Composite Overwrap Pressure Vessels
Composite Overwrap Pressure Vessels (COPVs) are used to store gases and fluids at extremely high pressures. They are manufactured using a stainless steel, aluminum, or titanium liner wrapped in fiberglass, Kevlar, carbon fiber, or other composite materials.
At APEX Space & Defense, we design and develop COPVs for programs in space, aviation, defense, and commercial applications. Our lightweight COPVs are engineered for use in the most advanced platforms, enabling gas pressurization, propellant management, and more. With cutting-edge manufacturing services and state-of-the-art production equipment, we deliver custom-designed COPVs that meet the performance, pressure, durability, and material specifications required for modern spaceflight.
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Applications for Composite Overwrap Pressure Vessels
COPVs are used in platforms across the space, defense, and commercial sectors to store gases and fluids. Typical uses for COPVs include:
- Oxygen and nitrogen storage
- Propellants
- Pressurization systems
- Hydraulic control units
- Inflation systems
Past Programs and Platforms Featuring APEX COPVs
Our composite overwrap pressure vessel solutions are featured across the most advanced systems in the space and defense sectors. Platforms that have utilized APEX COPVs include:
- Terran R
- Atlas V
- A350
- A380
- CH-53K
- And more
Manufacturing Specifications for Composite Overwrap Pressure Vessels
| Liner Materials | Stainless, Aluminum, Titanium |
| Overwrap Materials | Fiberglass, Kevlar, Carbon |
| Max Diameter | 42 inches |
| Max Length | 100+ inches |
| Max Pressure | As required |
| Max Temperature | 350 °F |
Why Work With APEX for Your COPV Requirements?
APEX Space & Defense is more than a manufacturer. Our team works with you from concept through production, providing expertise at every stage of the process. With industry-leading materials knowledge and proven manufacturing experience at the highest levels, we'll move your program forward with unmatched quality. When you partner with APEX for your COPV needs, you can count on:
- Manufacturing expertise in advanced composite overwraps
- Design engineering input aligned with your project's requirements and goals
- Comprehensive testing and quality processes to validate superior performance and safety
- Long-term partnerships with leading organizations in space, aviation, defense, and commercial markets
Discover How APEX Space & Defense Can Provide Superior COPV Solutions for Your Application
Contact us to learn more, or request a quote today to get started on your COPV application. Our team will work with you to align your requirements with the right designs, materials, and manufacturing methods. For industry-leading composite manufacturing solutions in space and defense, APEX is your solution.