As Racepak works to release the new Smartwire power control module, I figured it would be a great time to explain some of the features and benefits, while uncovering some of the mystery behind it.
I will break it up in various posts giving example of how the module can be used in different applications. Feel free to ask about your particular scenario and I would be happy to explain how Smartwire can help make your electrical system Smart!
In its most simple form Racepak’s Smartwire is a 30 output power center. Unlike its competition it does not have any fuses or relays to fail, no, its much smarter than that. Instead it uses solid state technology to constantly monitor every outputs current and load.
If a standard fuse blows that circuit is rendered useless until the user replaces the fuse. Smartwire can protect the circuit but also retry the circuit a number of times to see if it really failed or if it was just a power surge.
Of those 30 channels 8 of them are designed for high current (20 amps) loads and 22 of them are designed for 10 amp loads. Most devices from headlights, taillights, ignition systems, line locks, shock controls, etc have low current requirements. Things such as starters, water pumps, transbrake have higher current requirements.
The unit comes equipped with a 7 switch 1 button panel that connects via Racepak’s V-Net technology with expansion capabilities of up to 32 V-Net switches. It also has the ability to accept 12 hardwired inputs from things like your line lock button, transbrake button, brake pressure switch, brake light switch, turn signal switch, etc.
Unlike the competition, the Smartwire allows any combinations of inputs to control any output. Allowing you to decide how you want everything to work while reducing clutter.
The unit can be used as a standalone wiring solution or used with any Racepak V-Net Datalogger to take power distribution to a whole new level.
Stay tuned for more about Smartwire in coming posts. If you are interested in Racepak’s new Smartwire, Hyperaktive is taking pre-orders. We are very pleased to be involved in Smartwire from the beginning, which allows us to be the leader in tech support and installation. If you would like to get on the pre-order list you can email me at Joe@hyperaktiveps,com for more details.
I will break it up in various posts giving example of how the module can be used in different applications. Feel free to ask about your particular scenario and I would be happy to explain how Smartwire can help make your electrical system Smart!
In its most simple form Racepak’s Smartwire is a 30 output power center. Unlike its competition it does not have any fuses or relays to fail, no, its much smarter than that. Instead it uses solid state technology to constantly monitor every outputs current and load.
If a standard fuse blows that circuit is rendered useless until the user replaces the fuse. Smartwire can protect the circuit but also retry the circuit a number of times to see if it really failed or if it was just a power surge.
Of those 30 channels 8 of them are designed for high current (20 amps) loads and 22 of them are designed for 10 amp loads. Most devices from headlights, taillights, ignition systems, line locks, shock controls, etc have low current requirements. Things such as starters, water pumps, transbrake have higher current requirements.
The unit comes equipped with a 7 switch 1 button panel that connects via Racepak’s V-Net technology with expansion capabilities of up to 32 V-Net switches. It also has the ability to accept 12 hardwired inputs from things like your line lock button, transbrake button, brake pressure switch, brake light switch, turn signal switch, etc.
Unlike the competition, the Smartwire allows any combinations of inputs to control any output. Allowing you to decide how you want everything to work while reducing clutter.
The unit can be used as a standalone wiring solution or used with any Racepak V-Net Datalogger to take power distribution to a whole new level.
Stay tuned for more about Smartwire in coming posts. If you are interested in Racepak’s new Smartwire, Hyperaktive is taking pre-orders. We are very pleased to be involved in Smartwire from the beginning, which allows us to be the leader in tech support and installation. If you would like to get on the pre-order list you can email me at Joe@hyperaktiveps,com for more details.