Tommy Timer Time setting

[wracing]

How long do you set your timer for?

Say apoge is at 4 seconds. Is timer set for 4.5 secs (to allow for error) or is it 4 seconds exactly?

Best - W

[Brian]

it's probably safer to deploy a parachute after apogee, it gives a little room for error.

[U.S. Water Rockets1]

How long do you set your timer for?

Say apoge is at 4 seconds. Is timer set for 4.5 secs (to allow for error) or is it 4 seconds exactly?

Best - W

It's better to error a little on the late side and to make the parachute as strong as possible so that the chute will not tear off if the rocket is still moving when the chute comes out.

[wracing]

Thanks to both of you!