Description
The Conspit Ares APEX 8Nm Wheelbase feels like the kind of hardware that doesn’t just drive your rig—it commands it. Compact, muscular, and purpose-built for sim racers who care about mechanical feel over flashy numbers, this wheelbase combines a custom-developed skewed-pole direct drive motor with asymmetric dual processors running at 170MHz + 168MHz. The result is steering that feels deliberate and consistent, with every ounce of torque and texture shaped by engineering rather than excess. It’s precision boiled down to pure control.
What Sets the Conspit Ares APEX 8Nm Wheelbase apart?
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Purpose-Built Motor with Skewed-Pole Design – Instead of recycling an industrial motor, the APEX uses a motor developed from the ground up for sim racing. Its skewed-pole stator design nearly eliminates cogging torque, giving steering movements a natural smoothness. You feel the car’s weight and grip transitions without mechanical interference, allowing your muscle memory to respond to the road rather than to motor vibration or noise.
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Dual Processor Control Architecture – The APEX runs on asymmetric dual processors clocked at 170MHz and 168MHz, working in tandem for ultra-stable signal handling. This architecture processes input and feedback data independently, producing consistent steering behavior even under rapid torque changes. The system’s stability is often praised for preventing oscillations and maintaining fluidity across long races, especially during high-speed corrections or drift control.
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Open USB Passthrough for Any Wheel – Thanks to its optional USB-A Adapter Spacer, the APEX can connect virtually any USB wheel directly to the base via a high-durability slip ring. No dangling cables, no interference, and no input lag. The passthrough system rotates with the shaft, keeping your setup clean and functional. It’s a simple but brilliant solution that shows Conspit understands the pain of tangled cables and inconsistent data signals.
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Compact Form, Serious Build Quality – The body is CNC-machined from aerospace-grade aluminum, with passive cooling channels that keep temperatures stable through endurance sessions. Despite its 8Nm torque, the base weighs just under 6 kg and feels as solid as a block of billet metal. Its minimalist footprint makes it perfect for compact rigs, without compromising the feel or torque consistency that direct drive users expect.
Pros and Cons
| Pros |
Cons |
| Exceptionally smooth motor with ultra-low cogging torque. |
Currently limited to PC use only. |
| Dual processor system ensures stable, fluid feedback. |
Requires optional adapter for third-party wheel USB passthrough. |
| Compact aluminum body with effective passive cooling. |
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| Supports Conspit CDR quick release for fast wheel swaps. |
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Specifications
| Specification |
Value |
| Model |
Conspit Ares APEX 8Nm Wheelbase |
| Maximum Torque |
8 Nm |
| Encoder |
21-bit High-Resolution Magnetic Encoder |
| Processor |
Asymmetric Dual Processors (170MHz + 168MHz) |
| Motor Type |
Custom Skewed-Pole Direct Drive Motor |
| Cooling System |
Passive Cooling with Intelligent Thermal Management |
| Material |
Aerospace-Grade Aluminum (One-Piece Housing) |
| Dimensions |
134 × 150 × 196 mm |
| Weight |
5.9 kg |
| Mounting |
M6 x 4 (bottom), M8 x 4 (sides) |
| Quick Release System |
Conspit CDR (wheel-side optional) |
| Connection |
USB 3.0 |
| Software |
Conspit Link 2.0 |
| Platform |
PC (Windows) |
Conspit Ares APEX 8Nm Wheelbase Compatibility
The Conspit Ares APEX 8Nm Wheelbase works natively with Conspit’s own CDR quick release system and is designed to integrate seamlessly with both Conspit and third-party steering wheels through its optional USB-A Adapter Spacer. This spacer allows any USB wheel to connect directly to the base, utilizing the internal slip ring for full signal passthrough. The feature eliminates the need for rear cable routing, maintaining a clean setup even with custom button boxes or SimHub-powered displays. Mounting is flexible via M6 and M8 bolt patterns, ensuring compatibility with most aluminum extrusion rigs and industry-standard wheel decks.
In terms of platform support, the Ares APEX is built specifically for Windows PCs and functions through Conspit Link 2.0 software, which offers in-depth configuration, firmware updates, and tuning profiles developed with professional drivers. It’s compatible with all major PC racing simulators including iRacing, Assetto Corsa, rFactor 2, Automobilista 2, and RaceRoom. It does not support PlayStation or Xbox consoles. The USB 3.0 connection ensures low latency and stable communication across every supported title, delivering a consistent, grounded steering experience.
