Electric Propulsion Filters
Protect Critical Propulsion Components from Contamination
Mott Electric Propulsion Filters are engineered to deliver ultraclean propellant flow for electric propulsion systems using xenon, krypton, argon, and other EP propellants. Designed for both off-the-shelf and custom configurations, these porous metal filters protect contamination-sensitive components while supporting stable propulsion performance across commercial, defense, and deep-space missions.
Propulsion Performance Specifications
Engineering Performance
| Specification | Capability |
|---|---|
| Supported Propellants | Xenon, Krypton, Argon, and other electric propulsion propellants |
| Flow Range | <1 SCCM to 40,000 SCCM |
| Filtration Grades | 1 µm, 2 µm, 10 µm, 25 µm |
| Materials | Titanium, 316L Stainless Steel, Nickel 200, Inconel 600 |
| Proof Pressure | Up to 7,500 psi |
| Operating Temperature Range | -452°F to 1,500°F depending on configuration |
| Manufacturing | AS9100 U.S. Production |
| Availability | Custom and Off-the-Shelf Designs |
Materials & Compatibility
Available Electric Propulsion Filter Configurations
| Part Number | Media Grade | Porous Material | Hardware Material | Largest OD (in) | Proof Pressure (psi) | Temperature Range (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | 10 µm | Titanium Grade 2 | Titanium Grade 5 | 2.00 | 600 | -50 to 800 |
| TBD | 25 µm | Nickel 200 | Inconel 600 | 1.50 | 225 | -452 to 600 |
| TBD | 2 µm | 316L Stainless Steel | 316L Stainless Steel | 0.75 | 750 | -321 to 1,472 |
| TBD | 10 µm | 316L Stainless Steel | 304L Stainless Steel | 0.75 | 7,500 | -321 to 1,500 |
| TBD | 10 µm | Titanium Grade 2 | Titanium Grade 5 | 1.25 | 477 | -50 to 800 |
| TBD | 10 µm | Titanium Grade 2 | Titanium Grade 5 | 1.25 | 477 | -50 to 800 |
| TBD | 1 µm | Titanium Grade 2 | Titanium Grade 5 | 2.00 | 1,300 | -50 to 800 |
Applications
Hall Effect Thrusters
Protects contamination-sensitive flow control components while maintaining clean, stable propellant delivery.
Ion Propulsion Systems
Provides high-efficiency particle filtration for long-duration ion engine performance.
Micropropulsion Systems
Supports precision low-flow propulsion systems requiring ultraclean propellant flow.
Satellite Constellations
Optimized for scalable production, repeatability, and rapid deployment programs.
Deep Space Missions
Engineered for extreme thermal, mechanical, and environmental conditions.
Electric Propulsion Feed Systems
Protects regulators, restrictors, valves, and thrusters from particulate contamination.
Why Filtration Matters in Electric Propulsion
Contamination Can Limit Thruster Performance and Mission Life
Engineers designing electric propulsion systems face several challenges:
- Protecting precision flow components from contamination
- Maintaining stable thrust performance
- Preventing erosion of downstream components
- Maximizing mission lifetime
- Supporting high-volume satellite production
Mott’s porous metal media delivers ultraclean propellant flow to help safeguard critical components and improve propulsion system reliability.
Key Engineering Benefits
Need a Custom Electric Propulsion Filter?
Whether you need a proven off-the-shelf configuration or a fully custom solution optimized for your propulsion architecture, Mott’s engineering team can help identify the right filtration solution for your mission requirements.