Supporting Teams in the America’s Cup Competition
The America’s Cup is not just a race; it’s a technological battleground where every fraction of a second counts. Teams push their 20-meter-long vessels to incredible speeds, surpassing 100 km/h powered solely by the wind. These cutting-edge boats, from the flagship AC75 class to the smaller AC40, represent the pinnacle of engineering and innovation.
Blink Marine keypads are trusted by teams in the America’s Cup and the Louis Vuitton Cup to control essential onboard systems. From managing the movement of the hydrofoils to operating winches for sail adjustments, our keypads ensure precise, reliable performance under extreme conditions. Whether on AC75s, AC40s, or even in advanced simulators used for pilot training, Blink Marine delivers the durability and responsiveness needed to compete at the highest level of sailing.
Here are the key details of the America's Cup:
🕰️ Year of the first edition: 1851 (the oldest international sporting competition still running).
⛵ Length of the boats: Up to 23 meters (AC75).
💨 Top speed: Over 100 km/h powered solely by the wind.
🎯 Crew precision: Reactions within 0.2 seconds for coordinated maneuvers.
⏱️ Time to complete a tack: About 4-5 seconds at top speed.
📺 Global TV coverage: Broadcast in 195+ countries, reaching millions of viewers.
💰 Design budget: approx $50 million for the technological development of a single boat.
💪 Key Challenges: Wind, sun, and saltwater exposure, split-second decision-making at extreme speeds
The PKP keypad series is built for durability and precision, offering reliable performance in extreme environments. With customizable layouts, IP67-rated protection, and intuitive usability, our keypads are trusted by America's Cup competitors to keep their systems running smoothly.
Performance isn’t just for racers!
Everyone deserves reliable, affordable onboard instruments built to withstand the harshest environments. That’s why, at Blink Marine, we deliver America's Cup-grade quality to all our customers as standard.
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