Canopy flash

details at a glance

from 399€

from 598€

from 598€

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

The philosophy behind the SOTECC-canopy flash

Automatic mode
Automatic mode without additionall workload
Nowadays a modern sailplane cockpit has a many switches, buttons and displays and there is no end in sight. In order to counteract this development, our philosophy is to support,but without additional pilot workload. That is why our canopy flash works fully automatic, without even activating it by a switch. (only able with connectBOX)
Protection also against aircraft without flarm.
LSA, planes, hangliders
…unfortunalety there is a high number of aircraft wihtout any anti-collison devices or transponder. As our systems are flashing with a battery saving frequency the whole flight, not only if there is a flarm detected threat, they can protect you also against aircraft without flarm. Our philosophy: Battery saving flashing ALWAYS when airborne. In addition if flarm recognizes a potential threat, the canopy flash changes its flash frequency to a more remarkable and more aggressive one. All this fully automatic, without any switch.
Support and development
We have always new ideas and consistently improve.
…If you have any questions about our products, feel free to contact us at any time. If you have a special request or need help, do not hesitate.

Functions:

briefly explained

Automatic Activation

Power-saving default flash

warning mode at imminent collision threat

Automatic shutdown

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.

Reduced pilot workload
Less potential for errors due to automatic mode
Protection also against aircraft without flarm
Battery saving normal operation

If requested, you can also order only the canopy flash without connectBOX, however then operation is without all the features mentioned above.

Compatible Aircraft

Schempp-Hirth

Arcus, Duo Discus XL, Duo Discus
Ventus 3 Sport/Performance
Discus b, Discus 2a, Discus 2b, Discus 2c
Ventus 2a, Ventus 2b, Ventus 2c
Ventus 1, Ventus C
Std. Cirrus
Nimbus4 (D) (DL) (DXL)
Quintus

HpH

Shark
Twin Shark
304 CZ

Schleicher

Rolladen-Schneider (LS)

Jonker Sailplanes

JS3 Rapture

Binder

EB 29

DG 100
DG 300
DG 500
DG 800
DG 1000

Grob

G 102 Astir
G 103 Twin Astir

Installing

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.