>[!summary] The Mark II Motorized Lightband (MLB) is a space vehicle separation system. It is used to separate space vehicles from launch vehicles and to separate elements of launch vehicles. The Lightband is offered in a range of sizes from 8 to 38 inch bolt circle diameter. The MLB is made of aluminum alloys and features a dual redundant release motor. The MLB can support up to 1800lb payloads, and has been proven over hundreds of missions since its first flight in 2006. > >📊 Data Sheet: [[2000785M-MkII-MLB-User-Manual.pdf]] 🔗 Official Page: https://www.rocketlabusa.com/space-systems/separation-systems/motorized-lightband/ ![[Pasted image 20250111150840.png|400]] ## Specs | Parameter | Value | |----------------------|---------------------------------------| | Total Mass | 1.48 to 6.84 Kg | | Supply Voltage | 24 to 32 V (Nominal separation signal) | | Operating Temperature| -54 to +128 °C | | Dimension | 203.2 to 985.774 mm (diameter) |