The Only Drone Parachute Backed by 100 Years of Safety Innovation
Protect your crew and critical payloads with our Class 9-certified, pyrotechnically actuated parachute system, now available for integration on most commercial drones.
PARASAFE® CA1201
Class 9 Certified Safety for Industrial UAVs
Engineered for drones up to 25 kg (55 lbs) MTOW, the PARASAFE® CA1201 delivers Class 9-certified emergency protection for fixed-wing, multicopter, and rotorcraft platforms. Built with aerospace-grade components and pyrotechnic deployment, it’s ready for seamless integration across a wide range of commercial and industrial UAVs.
Bringing Trusted Safety Systems into the Drone Era
For over 100 years, Nippon Kayaku has engineered trusted solutions across pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and safety systems. With 29 years in pyrotechnic safety device development—including automotive airbag inflators—our technology now powers the most reliable drone parachute system available, with proven accuracy and near-zero failure rates.
Why Operators Trust PARASAFE
From high-risk commercial operations to everyday enterprise flights, PARASAFE is trusted by professionals who demand more from their safety systems. It’s not just a parachute—it’s an investment in operational confidence, system longevity, and the ability to fly with fewer limitations.
Built on Proven Safety Systems
PARASAFE is built using the same processes and quality controls trusted in automotive safety worldwide. With a history of zero-defect manufacturing, each unit is designed to perform with unmatched consistency and reliability when your drone needs it most.
Easy to Integrate, Built to Evolve
Whether you’re integrating during a new build or retrofitting an existing fleet, PARASAFE is designed for ease of use. The system is compact, lightweight, and broadly compatible, making it easy to deploy across multiple platforms with confidence.
Protects What Matters Most
Every mission comes with risk. PARASAFE reduces the consequences of in-flight failures by protecting critical assets, minimizing damage, and enabling safer operations near people or property. It’s a smart safeguard for drone programs that can’t afford compromise.
PARASAFE® Canister Specifications (PS-CA12-01)
| Weight | 900grams |
| Product Size | Φ130mm x H145mm = Φ5″ x H6″ |
Parachute
| Performance Supportable Weight | 25kg = 55lbs |
| Parachute Size (Area) | 11㎡ = 118 ft² |
| Decent Rate | 6 m/s at 25kg |
(ATS) Automatic Triger System (Coming Soon)
| Dimension | W 100mmxD 62mmxH 21mm |
| Weight | 110g |
| Operating Temp | 0 – 40℃ |
| Weather Performance | IP53 |
(MTS) Automatic Triger System
| Dimension | W 84 mm×D 60 mm×H 37 mm |
| Weight | 120g |
| Operating Temp | 0 – 40℃ |
| Weather Performance | IP54 |
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Fast, Reliable Deployment
Our proprietary pyrotechnic initiation system enables ultra-fast, dependable parachute activation, providing immediate protection for both drone and payload when failure occurs.
Seamless Drone Integration
PARASAFE® CA1201 is engineered for easy installation across a wide variety of multicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, and helicopters, whether retrofitted or built-in from day one.
Certified Safety Standards
Backed by Class 9 hazardous materials certification and built to the world’s highest safety standards, PARASAFE® brings peace of mind to complex aerial operations.
Compact, Lightweight Design
Measuring just 84mm x 60mm x 37mm and weighing 120g, the PARASAFE® MTS unit delivers robust protection without adding unnecessary bulk to your aircraft.
Reliable in Real-World Conditions
Rated IP54 and operational in temperatures from 0–40°C, the PARASAFE® system is designed to perform in unpredictable environments and demanding missions.
Backed by Proven Expertise
Built by Nippon Kayaku, a global leader in safety systems with over a century of experience and zero-defect manufacturing processes across 1 billion+ products.
Parachute Safety Systems FAQ
How is PARASAFE drone parachute installed?
PARASAFE mounting is done with industry grade hardware, there are several mounting points that secure it to the drone.
Parasafe can be installed in the top center or side arm if needed, our engineers can assist or customize a workable solution for you.
How long does it take to install PARASAFE?
First time mounting requires identifying a suitable location, top center or a side arm for example, then the mounting process itself is about 45-minutes. Once PARASAFE is installed, if removal is needed it would only take a few minutes.
What is the minimum flight altitude at which PARASAFE can be deployed?
Parasafe is designed to be deployed at a minimum of 30 meters (98 feet) of altitude.
Can the parachute be repacked?
The PARASAFE parachute cannot be repacked.
With pyrotechnics used to deploy the product, is there any fire hazard?
Parasafe’ s proprietary deployment system is self-contained and no fire hazard is posed. Our technology comes from our 30-years of expertise producing pyrotechnic safety devices for the automobile industry. We recommend familiarizing yourself with our PARASAFE product Instruction Manual.
Does PARASAFE fall under any provisions of the Explosives Control Law?
Parasafe was developed and tested to the highest safety standards, as all our automotive safety devices have been. We have worked closely with US governing, regulatory, and enforcement agencies to assure our product classification (Class 9) meets all legal guidelines for the production and sale to our customers.
What type of drones can PARASAFE be used with?
PARASAFE product weight is approximately 1 kg (2.2 lbs.), it is the user’s responsibility to familiarize themselves with our product specifications and properly size it to the drone. We are more than glad to help and assist with any questions or concerns.
When will PARASAFE become available for purchase?
PARASAFE is available now with the manual triggering system from our distribution partners Aero Systems West.
Realizing the KAYAKU Spirit
Safety as a Standard™
Backed by 100+ years of excellence in innovation, reliability and quality Nippon Kayaku Company produces products for the well-being of society. Our mission in UAS is to enable drone safety. We believe that safety should come as a standard feature in all drones, commercial and non-commercial, we are on a mission to deliver world class safety technologies.
