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.csp-tile.cap-top .scrim{background:linear-gradient(to top,rgba(5,5,8,.96) 0%,rgba(5,5,8,.9) 20%,rgba(5,5,8,.55) 46%,rgba(5,5,8,0) 80%)}\n  .csp-triple{grid-template-columns:1fr;border-top:0}\n  .csp-triple \u003e div{border-top:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.18);padding:12px 0 4px}\n  .csp-triple \u003e div + div{border-left:0;padding-left:0}\n  .csp-eng{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:26px}\n  .csp-eng .card .pic{height:210px}\n  .csp-split{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:22px;padding:28px 0}\n  .csp-split.rev .media{order:0}\n  .csp-split h3{font-size:19px}\n  .csp-box{columns:1}\n  .csp-xsell{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:18px}\n  .csp-cta{padding:30px 20px;margin-top:30px}\n  .csp-cta h2{font-size:21px}\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Conspit Ares 12Nm is a direct drive wheel base built around two decisions most of its rivals do not make: a motor developed from scratch for sim racing rather than adapted from an industrial servo, and a 23-bit optical encoder in place of the cheaper magnetic type. This version is fitted with Conspit's newer CDR quick release, which follows the pattern most of the industry uses, so third-party wheels fit without an adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock the Ares 12Nm in both quick-release fittings and neither replaces the other. If your wheels are already on Conspit's original coupling, take the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-ares-wheel-base-10nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCDP version\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-pills\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-pill\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Nm\u003c\/b\u003eholding torque\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-pill\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e23-bit\u003c\/b\u003eoptical encoder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-pill\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u0026lt;0.01°\u003c\/b\u003eangular resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-pill\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkew-pole\u003c\/b\u003edirect drive motor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-pill\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCDR\u003c\/b\u003equick release fitted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-pill\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5.6 kg\u003c\/b\u003enet weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-pill\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePOGO\u003c\/b\u003eexpansion contacts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-pill\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eConspit Link 2.0\u003c\/b\u003etuning software\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-dealer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorised Australian Distributor for Conspit\u003c\/strong\u003eGenuine Conspit stock brought in direct, with a full 12 month manufacturer warranty handled by our team in Queensland, so a warranty claim never means shipping a unit overseas. Prices in Australian dollars, GST included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-trust\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorised Distributor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficial Conspit distributor for Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 6v6l4 2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 Month Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandled in QLD, no overseas returns\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"1\" y=\"3\" width=\"15\" height=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M16 8h4l3 3v5h-7V8z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"5.5\" cy=\"18.5\" r=\"2.5\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"18.5\" cy=\"18.5\" r=\"2.5\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping Australia Wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreight from Queensland\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M23 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSim Racing Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe run what we sell\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-bleed\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-open\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-two-bases-low-light.webp?v=1788841699\" alt=\"Conspit Ares 12Nm CDR and Ares Platinum direct drive wheel bases side by side in low light\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"scrim\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cap\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-eyebrow gold\"\u003eMaster the scene\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirect drive, with the quick release that fits everything\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ares 12Nm is Conspit's core direct drive base: a purpose-built skew-pole motor and a 23-bit optical encoder. This version fits the newer CDR quick release, so it takes the wheels the rest of the industry makes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-ledger\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-ledger-head\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-eyebrow\"\u003eCDP and CDR, side by side\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"csp-h2\"\u003eThe only thing that changes is the coupling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"csp-lead\"\u003eWe stock the Ares 12Nm in both quick-release fittings, and neither replaces the other. The motor, encoder, electronics, software and mounting are identical. Pick the one that matches the wheels you own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-deltas\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-delta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-cdr-quick-release_8328952f-025e-4a59-9bbc-14912a6dd9b3.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit CDR quick release fitted to an Ares wheel base, showing the wheel-side coupling and locking clasp\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-swap\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-gen\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"g\"\u003eCDP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eConspit clasp and ball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-gen v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"g\"\u003eCDR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eIndustry-standard pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFits the wheels everyone else makes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CDR follows the specification widely adopted across sim racing, so third-party wheels bolt straight on. The CDP remains the right choice if your wheels are already on Conspit's original coupling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-delta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-optical-encoder-render.webp?v=1788841699\" alt=\"Conspit Ares wheel base 23-bit optical encoder shown as a transparent cutaway render\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-swap\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-gen\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"g\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003e23-bit optical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-gen v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"g\"\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eBetter than 0.01°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptical, not magnetic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical encoders cost more and hold their accuracy better, especially as the base warms up. Every small steering correction is captured rather than rounded away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-delta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-optical-vs-magnetic-chart.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Chart comparing optical and magnetic encoders for accuracy, consistency, detail, latency and cost\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-swap\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-gen\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"g\"\u003eMagnetic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eCheaper, drifts more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csp-gen v2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"g\"\u003eOptical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"v\"\u003eConsistent under heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the money goes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConspit's own comparison at identical resolution: optical wins on accuracy, consistency and detail, and costs several times more to fit. That choice is most of why this base feels the way it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"csp-inline\"\u003eAlready on Conspit wheels? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-ares-wheel-base-10nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAres 12Nm with the CDP quick release\u003c\/a\u003e is the same base with the original coupling, and we stock the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-ares-quick-release\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCDP\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-cdr-quick-release\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCDR\u003c\/a\u003e quick releases separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-stats\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n\"\u003e12 Nm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l\"\u003eHolding torque from a purpose-built skew-pole direct drive motor\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n\"\u003e23-bit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l\"\u003eOptical encoder resolving better than 0.01 degrees of steering angle\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n\"\u003e5.6 kg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l\"\u003eNet weight in a 134 x 150 x 243 mm aerospace aluminium housing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n\"\u003e4 hours\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"l\"\u003eEndurance thermal testing with live motor and control system monitoring\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-eyebrow\"\u003eSpecialised for the task\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"csp-h2\"\u003eA motor developed for sim racing, not repurposed from a factory floor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"csp-lead\"\u003eMost bases in this class use an off-the-shelf industrial servo motor. Conspit developed the Ares motor from scratch, optimising the parameters that decide subjective feel: torque response, torque ripple and cogging torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-eng\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-motor-cutaway.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Ares direct drive motor cutaway showing the skew-pole stator and rotor assembly\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt around the feel, not the spec sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole motor is forward-developed for steering feedback and stability rather than adapted from industrial duty, which is where the fastest, smoothest response comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-skewed-pole-design.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Ares motor dual skewed pole design, stator and rotor poles angled to cut cogging torque\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual skewed pole design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth stator and rotor poles are skewed. That cuts cogging torque and with it torque ripple, electromagnetic vibration and noise, so low-speed movement is smooth instead of notchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-magnet-ring-cogging.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Ares motor rotor magnet ring, NdFeB magnets arranged for high torque density\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUltra-high torque density\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-permeability cores and powerful NdFeB magnets with an optimised air gap and high slot fill, so a compact housing delivers real torque rather than needing to be big to do it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-stator-laminations.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Ares motor stator laminations and copper windings in cross section\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMinimised torque ripple\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple simulation and prototype rounds settled the electromagnetic design: skewed poles, matched slot and pole counts, and a precise magnetic circuit for an unusually smooth steering feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-bleed\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-mosaic\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"inner\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-eyebrow gold\"\u003eMeasured, not claimed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"csp-h2\"\u003eThe torque figure comes off a test bench\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"csp-lead\"\u003eConspit's position is that a torque number without a measurement behind it is marketing. Every Ares is calibrated against a dynamic torque sensor rather than shipped on a nominal rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-tile csp-half cap-top\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-torque-test-bench.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Ares torque performance testing bench with a dynamic torque sensor coupled to the wheel base\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"scrim\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cap\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe testing bench\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dynamic torque sensor with 0.015 Nm resolution sampling at 1 kHz, coupled directly to the base to record what it actually produces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-tile csp-half\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-torque-measurement-chart.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Ares output torque plotted against measured torque during bench testing\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"scrim\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cap\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutput against measured\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommanded torque plotted against delivered torque. The same rig is used to calibrate and optimise each unit, not just to produce a graph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-sec\" style=\"padding-bottom:0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"csp-eyebrow\"\u003eDesign, software and safety\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"csp-h2\"\u003eThe parts you live with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-split\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-industrial-design.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Ares 12Nm CDR wheel base on white, showing the compact aerospace aluminium housing\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact, and made of the right things\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA visually lightweight profile over a high-grade aerospace aluminium body, with a heat dissipation design proven through endurance testing. It takes up little room on a rig and does not need to be hidden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"csp-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e134 x 150 x 243 mm, 5.6 kg net\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAerospace-grade aluminium alloy housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-stage forming, machining and surface treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour M6 bottom or four M8 side mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-split rev\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-pogo-module-contacts.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Ares wheel base front face with the magnetic POGO contacts for expansion modules\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePOGO module contacts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnetic contacts on the front face let expansion modules attach without cabling, so future Conspit accessories fit without opening anything up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"csp-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic, tool-free attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvision for future Conspit expansion modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSits behind the quick release, out of the way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-split\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-conspit-link-software.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit Link 2.0 software showing Ares wheel base force feedback settings and presets\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConspit Link 2.0\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet steering range, tune force feedback, watch live status and save presets. Official presets built by professional drivers give you a sane starting point instead of a wall of sliders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"csp-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForce feedback tuning with live status monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering range and stop feel per car\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom presets that switch with the game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety mode for supervised or junior drivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-split rev\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-ares-12nm-cdr-wheelbase-ces-emergency-stop.webp?v=1788841730\" alt=\"Conspit CES emergency stop button, an optional accessory that cuts power to the Ares motor\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCES emergency stop, optional\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn external switch that cuts motor power instantly. Worth adding for coaching rigs, shared setups and anywhere a driver may be meeting direct drive for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"csp-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmediate motor deactivation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold separately, plugs into the rear panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs with the built-in safety mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-sec\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"csp-h2\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"csp-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConspit Ares 12Nm CDR direct drive wheel base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHolding torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurpose-built skew-pole direct drive, dual skewed stator and rotor poles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEncoder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23-bit high-resolution optical, better than 0.01 degree angular resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConspit CDR quick release system (industry-standard pattern)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal management\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal-time high-frequency motor and controller temperature monitoring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePOGO magnetic contacts on the front face\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in safety mode; CES E-Stop available separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAerospace-grade aluminium alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e134 x 150 x 243 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.6 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM6 x 4 (bottom), M8 x 4 (sides)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB direct, USB 3.0 data cable supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePC (Windows)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConspit Link 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCP120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-sec\" style=\"padding-top:0\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"csp-h2\"\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"csp-box\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConspit Ares 12Nm CDR wheel base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.0 data cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted quick-start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-sec\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"csp-h2\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the Conspit Ares 12Nm CDR?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eIt is Conspit's 12 Nm direct drive sim racing wheel base fitted with the newer CDR quick release instead of the original CDP. Same skew-pole direct drive motor, same 23-bit optical encoder, different wheel-side coupling.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the CDP and CDR versions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eOnly the quick release. The CDP is Conspit's original clasp-and-ball design; the CDR uses the widely adopted industry pattern, so it fits a much broader range of third-party wheels. The motor, encoder, electronics, software and mounting are identical. We stock both: see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-ares-wheel-base-10nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAres 12Nm CDP version\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich one should I buy, CDP or CDR?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eIf you are already in the Conspit wheel ecosystem and own CDP-side wheels, the CDP version keeps everything interchangeable. If you own or plan to buy third-party wheels, the CDR is the more flexible choice because it matches the common industry pattern. If you are unsure, tell us which wheels you own and we will tell you which base to take.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much torque is 12 Nm, really?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eEnough for serious GT and formula driving on a rigid rig. It is a meaningful step past belt and gear drive bases, and it is the range most drivers settle at rather than the maximum they can hold. If you want more headroom, the 20 Nm Ares Platinum is the next step up.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat encoder does it use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eA 23-bit high-resolution optical encoder with angular resolution better than 0.01 degrees. Optical rather than magnetic, which is the more expensive choice but holds accuracy and consistency better.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy does an optical encoder matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eMagnetic encoders drift more with temperature and resolve less detail at the same nominal resolution. An optical encoder captures small steering inputs more faithfully and stays consistent through a long stint, which is what you feel as a base that does not go vague when it gets warm.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a skew-pole motor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eThe stator and rotor poles are angled rather than straight. That cuts cogging torque, the notchy magnetic detent you can feel when turning an unpowered motor, along with torque ripple, vibration and noise. It is why the Ares feels smooth at low speed rather than grainy.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it get hot?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eIt has real-time high-frequency temperature monitoring of the motor and its control system, and a heat dissipation design proven over four-hour endurance testing. In normal use, including long stints, thermal throttling is not something you should run into.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHas the torque figure been independently measured?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eConspit publishes bench data rather than only a claimed figure. A dynamic torque sensor with 0.015 Nm resolution at 1 kHz is coupled to the base and the output torque is plotted against measured torque, which is also how each unit's torque parameters are calibrated.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the POGO module?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eMagnetic contacts on the front face of the base for quick-fitting expansion modules, so accessories can connect without cabling. It is provision for future Conspit modules as much as anything you plug in today.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs there an emergency stop?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eThe CES E-Stop is an optional external switch that cuts power to the motor instantly. Worth having if the rig is used for coaching, by children, or by anyone unfamiliar with a direct drive base. There is also a built-in safety mode that limits output.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it safe for kids to use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eWith the safety mode enabled, yes, under supervision. The mode caps the force the base can produce so a young or inexperienced driver is not fighting full direct drive torque. Adding the CES E-Stop is a sensible extra.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat software does it use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eConspit Link 2.0 on Windows. It handles force feedback tuning, steering range, status monitoring and custom presets, with official presets built by professional drivers as a starting point.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it mount to my rig?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eFour M6 bolts on the bottom or four M8 bolts on the sides. It fits standard aluminium-profile cockpits, and Conspit sells both CNC aluminium and sheet steel profile brackets plus a front mount bracket. Tell us your rig and we will confirm which bracket you need.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat wheels will fit it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eAny wheel with a matching CDR-side quick release, which is the common industry pattern, plus Conspit's own wheels via the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-cdr-quick-release\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCDR Quick Release\u003c\/a\u003e. Conspit's \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-max01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMax01\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-h-ao-carbon-fibre-wheel-hub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eH.A.O hub\u003c\/a\u003e are the natural pairings.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it work on PlayStation or Xbox?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eNo. The Ares is a PC product on Windows. There is no console licensing chip in the base.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it with pedals from another brand?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eYes. Pedals are a separate USB device on PC, so Simagic, MOZA, Fanatec, Heusinkveld or Simucube pedals all work alongside it. Conspit's own \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-cpp-evo-3-v2-hydraulic-pedal-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCPP EVO 3 V2 pedals\u003c\/a\u003e can also connect through the base over USB-C to keep the rig on one cable.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is in the box?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eThe Ares 12Nm CDR wheel base, the power supply, a USB 3.0 data cable, mounting hardware and the printed guide. Rig brackets, the CDR quick release and the CES E-Stop are sold separately.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat warranty do I get?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eA full 12 month manufacturer warranty. As the authorised Australian distributor for Conspit we handle warranty and support locally from Queensland rather than sending you overseas.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-faq-body\"\u003eFree shipping Australia wide from Queensland, typically two to four business days to metro areas once dispatched. Call us before ordering if you need it by a specific date.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-sec\" style=\"padding-top:0\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"csp-h2\"\u003eBuild the rest of the rig\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"csp-lead\"\u003eEverything below is Conspit gear we stock and can bundle with your base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-xsell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-xcard\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-ares-wheel-base-10nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/ConspitAresWheelBase_Player1SimGear_3.webp?v=1749951548\" alt=\"Conspit Ares 12Nm wheel base with the CDP quick release\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAres 12Nm CDP Version\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-xcard\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-cdr-quick-release\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/ConspitCDRQuickRelease_Player1SimGear5_5c2e41fa-f053-41c2-8288-b7b9ff8bcd63.webp?v=1757733878\" alt=\"Conspit CDR quick release adapter\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eConspit CDR Quick Release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-xcard\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-cpp-evo-3-v2-hydraulic-pedal-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/conspit-cpp-evo-3-v2-hydraulic-pedals-three-quarter.webp?v=1788841568\" alt=\"Conspit CPP EVO 3 V2 hydraulic pedal set\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCPP EVO 3 V2 Pedals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-xcard\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/conspit-ares-platinum-wheel-base-18nm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pic\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2391\/1241\/files\/ConspitAresPlatinumWheelBase_Player1SimGear_4.webp?v=1749947735\" alt=\"Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm direct drive wheel base\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAres Platinum 20Nm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about the Ares 12Nm CDR?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCDP versus CDR, rig brackets, wheel compatibility or stepping up from a belt drive base. Ask us before you order and we will make sure it fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-cta-btns\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"tel:0488385870\" class=\"csp-btn primary\"\u003eCall 0488 385 870\u003c\/a\u003e\u003clabel for=\"csp-modal-toggle\" class=\"csp-btn secondary\"\u003eSend us a message\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"csp-modal-toggle\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp-modal-overlay\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"csp-modal\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"csp-modal-toggle\" class=\"csp-modal-close\" aria-label=\"Close\"\u003e×\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSend us a message\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk us anything about the Conspit Ares 12Nm CDR, from wheel compatibility to rig mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cform class=\"csp-modal-fields\" method=\"post\" action=\"\/contact#contact_form\" accept-charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"hidden\" name=\"form_type\" value=\"contact\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"hidden\" name=\"utf8\" value=\"✓\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"text\" name=\"contact[name]\" placeholder=\"Your name\" autocomplete=\"name\" required\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"email\" name=\"contact[email]\" placeholder=\"Email address\" autocomplete=\"email\" required\u003e\n\u003ctextarea name=\"contact[body]\" rows=\"4\" placeholder=\"Your question about the Ares 12Nm CDR\" required\u003e\u003c\/textarea\u003e\n\u003cbutton type=\"submit\"\u003eSend message\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the Conspit Ares 12Nm CDR?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is Conspit's 12 Nm direct drive sim racing wheel base fitted with the newer CDR quick release instead of the original CDP. Same skew-pole direct drive motor, same 23-bit optical encoder, different wheel-side coupling.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference between the CDP and CDR versions?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Only the quick release. The CDP is Conspit's original clasp-and-ball design; the CDR uses the widely adopted industry pattern, so it fits a much broader range of third-party wheels. The motor, encoder, electronics, software and mounting are identical. We stock both: see the Ares 12Nm CDP version.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which one should I buy, CDP or CDR?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"If you are already in the Conspit wheel ecosystem and own CDP-side wheels, the CDP version keeps everything interchangeable. If you own or plan to buy third-party wheels, the CDR is the more flexible choice because it matches the common industry pattern. If you are unsure, tell us which wheels you own and we will tell you which base to take.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much torque is 12 Nm, really?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Enough for serious GT and formula driving on a rigid rig. It is a meaningful step past belt and gear drive bases, and it is the range most drivers settle at rather than the maximum they can hold. If you want more headroom, the 20 Nm Ares Platinum is the next step up.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What encoder does it use?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A 23-bit high-resolution optical encoder with angular resolution better than 0.01 degrees. 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