PNC-50BB White Nose Cone for Model Rockets
PNC-50BB White Model Rocket Nose Cone

PNC-50BB Nose Cone

SKU: 071026
$2.00
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The PNC-50BB White Nose Cone is a reliable, high-performance component for rockets built with BT-50 body tubes. Its long, streamlined design reduces drag for smoother, more stable flights—ideal for demonstrating core rocketry principles like aerodynamics, stability, and recovery in the classroom.

At 6.5 inches long and made from blow-molded HIPS plastic, this nose cone balances lightweight construction with durability to withstand repeated launches. The integrated shoulder and molded eyelet make recovery system attachment simple—no extra hardware required. Commonly used in kits such as the Tandem X Launch Set, Crossfire, and Banshee, the PNC-50BB gives educators a dependable part for hands-on STEM lessons.

  • Length: 6.5 in. (16.51 cm)
  • Material: White Blow Molded HIPS (High Impact Polystyrene)
  • Compatible Body Tube: BT-50
  • Used in these kits: Tandem X Launch Set, Crossfire, Banshee
  • Lightweight construction: Optimized for higher, straighter flights
  • Aerodynamic surface: Slender profile reduces air resistance
  • Integrated features: Molded shoulder and shock cord anchor—no pin required
  • Heat and impact resistant: Withstands ejection forces and engine heat

Overview

The PNC-50BB Nose Cone offers educators a dependable, classroom-ready part that helps bring the principles of rocketry to life. Its elongated, aerodynamic profile is carefully designed to minimize drag, allowing students to see the connection between shape, stability, and flight performance in action. Paired with BT-50 body tubes, this nose cone provides a consistent platform for reliable launches and recoveries, lesson after lesson.

Made from blow-molded HIPS (High Impact Polystyrene), the PNC-50BB is both lightweight and durable—qualities essential for frequent use in a classroom setting. Its ability to withstand repeated launch stresses, parachute ejections, and recovery impacts ensures long-term reliability, reducing replacement costs and keeping projects on track.

The design includes an integrated shoulder and molded eyelet for straightforward parachute or shock cord attachment. By eliminating the need for extra hardware such as a nose pin, assembly is simplified, saving teachers and students valuable classroom time. This straightforward design also helps reinforce proper construction techniques, ensuring successful flights and recoveries.

Frequently featured in educational kits such as the Tandem X Launch Set, Crossfire, and Banshee, the PNC-50BB has a proven track record in both hobby and classroom environments. For educators seeking a component that balances performance, durability, and ease of use, this nose cone is an excellent choice to support STEM curriculum and hands-on learning.

PNC-50BB White Model Rocket Nose Cone

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