Vulcain igniters and starters

When reliability and precision matter most, APP’s Vulcain starters and igniters deliver proven performance for spaceflight applications. Trusted by European launch programs, these components ensure safe and efficient ignition every time.

APP supplies the turbine pump starter and igniter for Ariane 6, which successfully completed its maiden flight in July 2024. APP’s Vulcain starters and igniters are robust, high-performance pyrogen-based ignition devices containing composite solid propellant grains. The unique ammonium nitrate-based propellant formulations ensure chlorine-free combustion, offering both environmental and system advantages.