details at a glance
USB connection for programming
“no workload philosophy” with automatik mode
| dimensions | (80mm-105mm) x 60mm x 25mm (depends on type of aircraft) | (80mm-105mm) x 60mm x 25mm (depends on type of aircraft) |
|---|---|---|
| weight | 70g | connectBOX: 65g canopy flash: 70g |
| material | 3D-printed, scratch resistant PA12 | connectBOX: aluminium housing
3D-printed, scratch resistant PA12 |
| number of LEDs | 5 powerful CREE LEDs | 5 powerful CREE LEDs |
| power consumption | ~ 100 mA @ 12V | connectBOX: ~ 50mA @ 12V canopy flash: ~100mA @12V |
| voltage | 9-15V | 9-15V |
| visibility | more than 3500m | more than 3500m |
| temperature management | yes | yes |
| temperature range | −30 °C to + 85 °C | −30 °C to + 85 °C |
| automatic mode | no | yes |
| alarm mode(FLARM-warning) | no (unchanged flash frequency) | yes |
| programable | no | yes |
| installation outlay | 60-120 minutes | 90-150 minutes |
| colours | black, Nextel or individual | black, Nextel or individual |
| dimensions | (80mm-105mm) x 60mm x 25mm (depends on type of aircraft) |
|---|---|
| weight | connectBOX: 65g canopy flash: 70g |
| material | connectBOX: aluminium housing
3D-printed, scratch resistant PA12 |
| number of LEDs | 5 powerful CREE LEDs |
| power consumption | connectBOX: ~ 50mA @ 12V canopy flash: ~100mA @12V |
| voltage | 9-15V |
| visibility | more than 3500m |
| temperature management | yes |
| temperature range | −30 °C to + 85 °C |
| automatic mode | yes |
| alarm mode(FLARM-warning) | yes |
| programable | yes |
| installation outlay | 90-150 minutes |
| colours | black, Nextel or individual |
briefly explained
When switching on the avionics of your glider, the canopy flash is armed, but still not flashing and is waiting for your take-off. Once gaining speed on your take-off roll, the canopy flash starts flashing with a battery saving flash frequency. If a potential collision threat is recognized (depending on several parameters), the canopy flash automatically switches into the alarm-mode, the flashes are getting more remarkable and more aggressive. After landing and coming to a full stop, the canopy flash automatically stops flashing and is then again ready and armed for the next flight. All this without increased pilot workload and without any switch. It´s as simple as that.
If requested, you can also order only the canopy flash without connectBOX, however then operation is without all the features mentioned above.
Schempp-Hirth
HpH
DG
Schleicher
Rolladen-Schneider (LS)
Jonker Sailplanes
JS3 Rapture
Binder
Grob
Glasflügel
SZD
I want to install the canopy flash in my glider, but I have concerns about power consumption?
The power consumption is as low as possible and has never been lower ever before due to a new and intelligent control unit and the modern LED technique. The average power consumption of about 100 mA is comparable to a 57mm colour display.
I am not technically skilled. Is it difficult to install the canopy flash or especially the canopy contact?
We supply a very detailed installation instruction, cotaining several pictures and step by step instructions for a fast and easy mounting. Two templates help to install the canopy flash and canopy contact on spot and nothing can go wrong.
How long does it take to install the canopy flash?
Depending on your type of glider, two, up to three hours overall.
Are there any reflections on the canopy or canopy frame?
No, there are no reflections at all.
I there any other LED colour available?
Yes, white LEDs are also available. But we strongly recommend red LED, as the red colour stands out much better than white. Red is a true eye-catcher in all weather conditions.
I have a glider, which is not on the comparable type list.
Definitely please let us know, if you are interested, even though your glider is not listed. We steadily work on expanding the list.
