PNC-50-4L Injection Molded Nose Cone for Model Rockets
PNC-50-4L Injection Molded Model Rocket Nose Cone

PNC-50-4 Nose Cone

SKU: 072703
$2.00
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The PNC-50-4 Nose Cone is a classroom-ready part designed for hands-on model rocket building and flight experiments. Its streamlined ogive shape demonstrates how aerodynamic design reduces drag and improves altitude, making it an excellent teaching tool for physics and engineering lessons.

Constructed from durable injection molded ABS plastic, this 4.125 in. (10.48 cm) nose cone withstands repeated launches and recoveries. The integrated shoulder fits securely in BT-50 body tubes, making assembly straightforward for students and reliable for educators leading group projects.

  • Length: 4.125 in. (10.48 cm)
  • Material: White Injection Molded ABS Plastic
  • Compatible Body Tube: BT-50
  • Used in these kits: Super Nova, Nova Payloader, Comanche 3
  • Educational value: Demonstrates aerodynamic efficiency and flight stability
  • Durable design: Withstands repeated classroom launches and recoveries
  • Integrated shoulder: Ensures a secure, consistent fit in BT-50 tubes
  • Easy to finish: Smooth surface for quick painting and customization

Overview

The PNC-50-4 Nose Cone brings real-world aerodynamics into the classroom. Its ogive profile is engineered to reduce drag and stabilize flight, giving students a clear example of how design affects rocket performance. When paired with classroom launch activities, it helps illustrate concepts like thrust, lift, and drag in a tangible way.

Made from strong yet lightweight injection molded ABS plastic, the PNC-50-4 is built to handle repeated educational use. The material resists cracking and impact damage, ensuring rockets can be launched multiple times throughout the school year without frequent replacement.

The integrated shoulder provides a secure and precise fit into BT-50 body tubes, allowing for consistent assembly and recovery system attachment. Its smooth surface also makes it easy for students to paint and customize their rockets with minimal prep work.

Featured in well-known Estes kits like the Super Nova, Nova Payloader, and Comanche 3, this nose cone connects classroom learning to real rocketry applications. Whether used in science labs, STEM clubs, or outreach programs, the PNC-50-4 delivers both durability and educational value.

PNC-50-4L Injection Molded Model Rocket Nose Cone

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