RacePad is the ultimate CAN-bus steering wheel button panel designed by Blink Marine to elevate your racing experience to the next level. With 4 rotary knobs and 8 easy-to-reach buttons, RacePad is the ideal addition to any race car, enabling both professional drivers and amateurs to fully customize their driving style thanks to individualized button icons and LED colour selection.
Important: RacePad ships with empty button inserts. Icon inserts must be selected and purchased separately. Thousands of stock icons are available, and custom icons can be requested.
RacePad Key Features:
- 4 Rotary Encoders with Pushbutton – Each encoder features 8 blue LED indicators for visual feedback. Manage scroll & select operations without letting go of the steering wheel
- 8 Programmable Pushbuttons – Equipped with RGB LED rings for full color customization. Supports momentary, toggle, and scroll functions
- Dual Protocol Support – Fully compatible with CANopen (Device Profile 401d) and J1939 communication protocols
- Flexible CAN Addressing – Assign any valid CAN address. J1939 Address Claim allows plug-and-play replacement without pre-programming
- 4 Additional 5V Inputs – Connect external analogue sensors (pressure, temperature), discrete switches, or Hall Effect sensors
- Replaceable Icon Inserts – Customize your button layout with thousands of laser-etched icons. Easy replacement system for quick modifications
- Independent Key Support – Supports any multiple key press combination simultaneously
Software Features
- CAN Keypad Addresses – Assign any valid CAN address to the keypad
- J1939 Address Claim Transmission – Automatic address announcement and acceptance for field replacement without GUI access
- Event Status Transmission – Sends messages to the bus indicating button press/release events
- Periodic Status Transmission – Continuous broadcast of all button states with adjustable frequency
- Periodic Heartbeat – Confirms keypad is functioning correctly with adjustable frequency
- LED Acknowledgement – Visual feedback confirmation for digital systems
Built for Racing Conditions
- UV Protected – UVB 400 hours resistance against sunlight deterioration
- Wide Operating Temperature – Functions reliably from -40°C to +70°C
- Chemical Resistant – Withstands engine cleaner, isopropyl alcohol, suntan lotion, multi-purpose cleaner, and muriatic acid
- Salt Spray Tested – Per ASTM B117 standard
- IP54 Ingress Protection – Protected against dust and water splashes
- 3 Million Operation Switch Life – Built for endurance racing and heavy use
- Reverse Polarity Protection – Prevents damage from incorrect wiring
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Electrical | |
| Supply Voltage | 12-24Vdc Nominal (8-32VDC range) |
| Standby Current | <50 mA |
| Communication Bus | CANopen, J1939 |
| MTBF | 35,543 hours (MIL-HDBK-217) |
| Mechanical | |
| Standard Connector | Deutsch DT04-4P |
| Switch Life | 3 million operations |
| Construction | Silicone rubber with polyurethane hardcoat |
| PCB | 1.6mm FR-4, double clad with 1oz copper |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 |
| Weight | 300g |
| Dimensions | |
| Front Panel | 197mm × 180.7mm (7.76″ × 7.11″) |
| Mounting Depth | 180mm × 150mm (7.08″ × 5.91″) |
Connector Pinout
| Pin | Colour | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue | CAN L |
| 2 | White | CAN H |
| 3 | Black | Negative Battery (GND) |
| 4 | Red | Vbatt (12-24V) |
What’s Included
- RacePad CAN-bus button panel (with empty button inserts)
- Steering wheel adapter mount holder
- 6-pin mating connector for auxiliary inputs
Note: Steering wheel not included. Deautsch DTM04-04P mating plug available as optional accessory. Button icon inserts sold separately.
RacePad Compatibility:
RacePad integrates seamlessly with racing data systems from AiM, Bosch, MoTeC, and other CAN-bus compatible equipment. The flexible addressing and dual protocol support ensures compatibility with virtually any racing ECU or dashboard system.
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