High Altitude Weather Balloons – HAB
Rocketman High-Altitude Weather Balloons
Our high-altitude weather balloons are ideal for individuals, educational groups, or amateur scientists looking to launch photographic payloads, GPS trackers, or scientific experiments to near-space. These balloons can carry a wide variety of payloads, from cameras and sensors to creative items such as action figures, family photos, or even a vinyl record turntable.
Key Features:
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High Performance: Made from Totex meteorological balloon material, these HABs achieve their burst altitude reliably over 99% of the time, ensuring consistent mission success.
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Payload Capacity: Capable of lifting photography equipment, GPS trackers, scientific instruments, and other payloads with precision and stability.
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Trusted Manufacturer: Produced by Kaymont, the world’s largest distributor of Totex balloons. Kaymont balloons have a 30+ year legacy of use in the U.S. Space Program and are routinely launched by the National Weather Service.
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Educational and Recreational Use: Perfect for HAB enthusiasts, STEM programs, or amateur meteorology projects seeking near-space experiences.
Rocketman HABs combine reliable lift, high-quality materials, and trusted performance, making them the preferred choice for both educational and professional near-space missions.
Rocketman also manufacture's inflators for the Kaymont Balloons, they can be found here:
3cm Neck Inflator: Weather Balloon Inflator 3.0cm – Rocketman Parachutes Store
5cm Neck Inflator: Quick Disconnect Inflator 1.4cm, 3cm and 5cm – Rocketman Parachutes Store
HAB-350
With a payload of 1-2 lbs., the user should expect and altitude approaching 60,000 to 70,000 feet
Product Information:
Weight: 350g
Manufacturer: Totex
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium/ Hydrogen
Payload: 1-2 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 350m/min
Burst Diameter: 13.5ft
Burst Altitude: 48,000- 70,000ft
Neck Diameter: 3.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
HAB-600
The HAB-600 is our most popular balloon for first-time launches and training.
Product Information:
Weight: 600g
Manufacturer & P/N: Totex TA600
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium/ Hydrogen
Payload: 1-2 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 350m/min
Burst Diameter: 19.8ft
Burst Altitude: 75,000- 90,000ft
Neck Diameter: 3.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
HAB-800
These balloons are recommended for individuals or groups who have had experience in HAB launches and are primarily using payloads of 2 to 4 lbs (1000 to 2000 grams).
Product Information:
Weight: 800g
Manufacturer & P/N: Totex TA600
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium/ Hydrogen
Payload: 2-4 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 350m/min
Burst Diameter: 23.0ft
Burst Altitude: 90,000- 100,000ft
Neck Diameter: 3.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
HAB-1000
These balloons are recommended for individuals or groups who have had experience in HAB launches and are primarily using payloads of 2 to 4 lbs (1000 to 2000 grams).
Product Information:
Weight: 1000g
Manufacturer & P/N: Totex TA1000
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium/ Hydrogen
Payload: 2-4 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 350m/min
Burst Diameter: 25.8ft
Burst Altitude: 100,000- 110,000ft
Neck Diameter: 3.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
HAB-1200
The HAB-1,200 is recommended for individuals or groups who have had experience in HAB launches and are trying to progressively attain higher altitudes after each launch.
Product Information:
Weight: 1200g
Manufacturer & P/N: Totex TA1200
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium/ Hydrogen
Payload: 2-4 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 350m/min
Burst Diameter: 28.3ft
Burst Altitude: 96,000- 110,000ft
Neck Diameter: 3.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
HAB-1500
The HAB-1500 is capable of carrying 4-6lb payloads over 100,000 ft. Operators should be experienced with HAB launches and familiar with FAA requirements.
Product Information:
Weight: 1500g
Manufacturer & P/N: Totex TA1500
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium/ Hydrogen
Payload: 4-6 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 350m/min
Burst Diameter: 31.0ft
Burst Altitude: 105,000- 115,000ft
Neck Diameter: 3.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
HAB-2000
These balloons are made to lift larger (7-9 pounds) payloads to altitudes reaching 110,000 feet. With lighter payloads, expect altitudes approaching 115,000 feet under optimal conditions.
Product Information:
Weight: 2000g
Manufacturer: Totex
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium/ Hydrogen
Payload: 4-9 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 350m/min
Burst Diameter: 34.6ft
Burst Altitude: 107,000- 117,000ft
Neck Diameter: 5.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
HAB-3000
These balloons provide the highest level of achievement for high altitude balloonists, carrying maximum payloads of up to 12 lbs and reaching burst altitudes of more than 115,000 feet, depending on weight of payload.
Product Information:
Weight: 3000g
Manufacturer: Totex
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium/ Hydrogen
Payload: 4-12 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 350m/min
Burst Diameter: 42.7ft
Burst Altitude: 115,000- 125,000ft
Neck Diameter: 5.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
HAB-4000g
These balloons are the largest commercially available weather balloons in the world. These balloons are capable of carrying extremely heavy payloads and can reach burst altitudes of more than 130,000 feet, depending on weight of payload.
Product Information:
Weight: 4000g
Manufacturer: Totex
Material: Natural Latex
Inflation Gas: Helium
Payload: 4-18 lbs
Rate of Ascent: 320m/min
Burst Diameter: 50.59ft
Burst Altitude: 118,000- 130,300ft
Neck Diameter: 5.0cm
Neck Length: 12.0cm
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