HYLEC-APL HELPS HAMILTON LIGHT UP SINGAPORE
Hylec-APL has provided connectors for the innovative lighting system at Formula 1’s first ever night time Grand Prix
Volume electrical component suppliers Hylec-APL has provided plug and socket connectors for the floodlights that were used for the Singapore Grand Prix, which is the first night-time Grand Prix in F1’s history. Hylec’s products proved to be advantageous for the project as they provide ingress protection of IP68 and in house pre-wiring capabilities which greatly reduce installation time and reduce installation errors on site.
The recent Singapore Grand Prix has earned its place in the record books as being the first ever night time Grand Prix in Formula 1’s history. The timing of the event was intended to ensure that the large European audience would be able to view the event live during ‘normal’ hours. In order to ensure the safety of the drivers and quality of the television coverage it was essential that the lighting system used produced near daylight conditions without creating glare in wet weather.
Singapore is an equatorial country with a climate characterized by high temperature, humidity and abundant rainfall. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent and humidity can often reach 100% after heavy rainfall. The event, which was held on the 28th September, fell at the end of the Southeast Monsoon season which meant that all lighting equipment had to be capable of surviving in the wettest weather conditions.
Older designs of waterproof connectors can be very bulky and installers using them in very wet conditions will often resort to taping the sockets to ensure ingress protection is not compromised. However, in a sport that operates on speed and efficiency this lengthy process would not be suitable. It was essential that the sockets they used would have a speedy installation time while guaranteeing protection from the extremely high levels of moisture that were likely to be present.
Hylec-APL is a leading supplier of volume electrical and electronic components, its products are available from national stockists and direct to distributors and contractors. It was able to supply a 5 pole plug and socket connector with the reliability necessary for such a high profile project.
In such a prestigious sporting event it is extremely important for the fans that the lighting used is of the highest quality possible. To achieve this level it is important to ensure that all the components used throughout the system perform to the highest level. Hylec-APL is a company that works to the level of excellence required for such an undertaking, it was able to provide the lighting specialists with both the products and services that were required for such a project.
The plug and socket connectors are a part of the TEEPLUG range. The range is available with a variety of ingress protection which reaches IP68, ensuring protection from total submersion in water. They are inline connectors comprising of two parts, a male and female, which allows customers to pre-wire the product in house, this reduces installation time and minimises installation errors on site. The sockets use a double seal arrangement to achieve the ingress protection, an o-ring seal on the male part of the socket and an end seal in the female side. The connector has a close tolerance interference fit and then a simple twist lock collar to secure the connection.
To ensure ease of use there are red gaskets to make identification easier. The materials, being silicone, have an excellent tensile E-Modulus and ageing resistance to provide longevity of the product. A fast locking/unlocking version is also available (IP65) as well as a panel/chassis mount option for use with enclosures or bulkheads (IP68). There are also interchangeable TEEPLUG plug-socket connections available, adding even greater versatility to the range.
Robert MacDougall of Hylec-APL: “We are committed to delivering the right products to our clients. The TEEPLUG range provides users with a connection solution that withstands the outside environment and provides protection from accidental disconnection. We are happy that our product was able to be of service for such an historic occasion.”
Hylec-APL specialises in the bulk supply of Electronic and Electro-Mechanical components to OEMs, sub-contract manufacturers, and distribution organisations. Hylec-APL maintains a large UK stock profile, which reflects customer requirements at the company’s centrally located HQ and distribution centre in Northants, ideal for providing short lead times. To receive a copy of the new products brochure, readers can call Hylec-APL or visit www.hylec-apl.com.
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About Hylec-APL: Making the right connections
Hylec-APL specialises in the bulk supply of Electronic and Electro-Mechanical components to OEMs, Sub-Contract manufacturers, and Distribution organisations. Hylec-APL maintains a large UK stock profile, which reflects customer requirements at the company’s centrally located HQ and distribution centre in Northants.
Hylec-APL provides a wide range of product options and solutions including many thousands of different line items. From PCB Connectors and Terminal Blocks, to Cable Glands, Cable Accessories, LEDs, Switches, Buzzers, Relays, IP Rated Connectors and DIN Rail Mounting Enclosures, all items are quality assured and supported by dedicated technical expertise.