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Monolithic Solar Sensor

The monolithic solar sensor uses an APS image sensor as the photoelectric conversion detector.

Monolithic Solar Sensor

Key Specifications

Model
C-SS-SiC-ANA/B-2B
Measurement Accuracy
0.05° (3σ)
Flight Heritage
Completed qualification
Application
Low Earth Orbit satellites
Dimensions (mm)
35 × 35 × 15
Weight (g)
50
Published: October 16, 2025 Last updated: January 9, 2026
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The monolithic solar sensor uses an APS image sensor as the photoelectric conversion detector.

Key Specifications

ParameterValue
ModelC-SS-SiC-ANA/B-2B
Measurement Accuracy0.05° (3σ)
Flight HeritageCompleted qualification
ApplicationLow Earth Orbit satellites
Dimensions (mm)35 × 35 × 15
Weight (g)50
Mounting Material2A12 T4
Operating Temperature (°C)−30 to +45
Storage Temperature (°C)−35 to +55
Data Update Rate≥15 Hz
Communication InterfaceRS-422 / CAN
Design Life2 years

Key Features

  • Low-cost design and implementation.
  • Integrated opto-electronic structure with high integration.
  • Lightweight and compact design.
  • High adaptability to space environmental conditions.

Applications

  • Used for solar vector detection and attitude determination in low-orbit satellite systems.

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Common questions about Monolithic Solar Sensor

What detector does the Monolithic Solar Sensor use?

It uses an APS image sensor as the photoelectric conversion detector and achieves a measurement accuracy of 0.05 degrees (3-sigma) with a data update rate of at least 15 Hz.

Which interfaces does the solar sensor provide?

It supports RS-422 and CAN interfaces. The sensor is compact at 35 x 35 x 15 mm and lightweight at about 50 g.

What is the design life and target orbit?

Model C-SS-SiC-ANA/B-2B has a 2-year design life, has completed qualification, and is used in low Earth orbit satellite systems.

What temperature range does it support?

It operates from -30 to +45 C and can be stored from -35 to +55 C, with a 2A12 T4 mounting material.

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