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VBOX Pit Lane Timer

The VBOX Pit Lane Timer takes the guesswork out of the crucial pit stop period of an endurance race.

  • Avoid pit stop penalties
  • Get prompts when to leave the pit box
  • Receive warnings before crossing the line too early
  • Log your data to SD card
  • Low power consumption

Features

Bluetooth

Up to 25 Hz Data Logging

VBOX Pit Lane Timer logs stint and pit lane times to SD card at 10 (Mini) or 25 times per second. The data is calculated at all times, even if you choose not to display it. 

Made in Britain

VBOX products are designed and manufactured in the UK. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, ensuring top-notch quality in every aspect of our products.

Flexible Installation Options

Choose from three Pit Lane Timer models designed to suit your installation needs—rear connector for permanent setups, side connector for accessibility, or a compact model for tight spaces.

Product Options

Choose from three Pit Lane Timer models designed to suit your installation needs.

Mini Pit Lane Timer

For limited space

Update rate: 10 Hz
Velocity accuracy: 0.18 km/h
Position accuracy: 2.5 m (50% CEP)
IP Rating: IP65
Operating Temp: -20 to +70 °C
Power: <1.5 W
Input Voltage: 7 – 30 V DC
Dimensions: 50 x 50 x 26.7 mm
Weight: 103 g

View datasheet

Pit Lane Timer (S)

For installation flexibility

Update rate: 25 Hz
Velocity accuracy: 0.1 km/h
Position accuracy: 2 m (95% CEP)
IP Rating: IP31
Operating Temp: 0 to 60 °C
Power: <2 W
Input Voltage: 7 – 30 V DC
Dimensions: 120 x 50 x 22 mm
Weight: 171 g

View datasheet

Pit Lane Timer (R)

For more permanent installations

Update rate: 25 Hz
Velocity accuracy: 0.1 km/h
Position accuracy: 2 m (95% CEP)
IP Rating: IP31
Operating Temp: 0 to 60 °C
Power: <2 W
Input Voltage: 7 – 30 V DC
Dimensions: 120 x 50 x 15 mm
Weight: 156 g

View datasheet

How does it work

Watch our pit lane timer demo video.

Secondary display for the pit crew

You have the option to add a secondary display to the VBOX Pit Lane Timer (not Mini Pit Lane Timer) which mirrors the stationary countdown time and makes this information easily available to the pit crew and driver.

The OLED Pit Display (RLVBPITDSP-V2) will keep the team informed of how much time they have left in the pit lane and exactly when to release the car with minimal time loss.

A standard OLED display cannot be used instead of an OLED Pit Display.

On Screen Data

VBOX Pit Lane Timer has various display options depending where you are on the track.
The data that is shown in each display mode is calculated by the unit at all times, even if you choose not to display it.

ON TRACK
Stint Time
When you are out on the track, the Pit Lane Timer will show your time from pit stop to pit stop.
IN PIT LANE
Live Speed

When you enter the pit lane, the Pit Lane Timer will show your live speed value.

Pit Lane Timer recognizing the pre-set pit lane entry point as it is crossed, displays the velocity until the car comes to a stop and then counts down to zero to indicate when it is time to get out again.

IN PIT BOX
Countdown Time
When you come to a stop in your pit box, the Pit Lane Timer then displays a countdown to when you should leave your pit box.

Font Options

VBOX Pit Lane Timer display has the option to show font as a high contrast outline or inverse screen colours for use in different light conditions.

Normal
Inverted
Outline

LED Behaviour

VBOX Pit Lane Timer uses an array of 6 LEDs to prompt you when to speed up, slow down and leave the pit box. 

Pit Speed Monitoring

Monitoring Speed in the Pit Lane

As soon as the car crosses the pit entry line, the LEDs start to provide feedback to the driver about their current speed. The LEDs can change colour or blink to indicate whether the driver needs to adjust their speed.

Pit Speed Countdown

Time to Leave the Pit Box

Once the car stops in its designated pit box, the LEDs will indicate how long you should remain stationary before it's time to leave.

Pit to Exit Delta

Delta Time from Pit Box to Pit Exit

Delta time refers to the time difference between leaving the pit box to reaching the pit exit. This information can help you to understand how your pit stop time compares to the optimal or expected time.

Add-ons and Accessories

Additional Mounts

RLACS287 / RLACS359

All VBOX Pit Lane Timer packages include a mounting option: a suction mount for lap timers with a side connector (RLACS287) or a screwable bracket (RLACS359) for RLVBPIT-R with a rear connector.

Heavy Duty Suction Mount

RLVBACS041

Compatible only with the VBOX Pit Lane Timers that have side connectors.

Power Supply

RLCAB014LE / RLCAB165 (Mini Pit)

2 m power cable, included in package. Pit Lane Timer comes with an unterminated cable, Mini Pit Lane Timer with a connector for an in-car 12V auxiliary or cigar lighter socket.

External Patch Antenna

RLACS262

Low profile GNSS antenna with RG-174 connector (2 m cable). Included in package.

OLED Pit Display

RLVBPITDSP-V2

Secondary display for the pit crew, which mirrors the countdown time of the VBOX Pit Lane Timer (only) when stationary.

Battery Pack

RLACS333

Useful if you cannot access the auxiliary power supply of your car or motorcycle, or if you want to avoid accidental data loss, which can happen when the unit is power cycled before the data has been transmitted.