LIGHT TREE

NEW!

ADD EXCITEMENT TO YOUR DERBY!

INCREASE THE SUSPENSE!

Ever been to a drag race?  The cars are started by a series of lights that successively drop, allowing the driver to anticipate the optimum instant to pop the clutch.  When the light gets to green, VROOOOMM!!! 

Now, you can dress up your track with our latest derby product: The New Directions Light Tree.  It gives the feel of a drag strip, and focuses attention on the start of each race.

In the Idle Mode, the Light Tree continuously winks red every two seconds.  It reminds everyone where it is.

When the cars have been set up behind the start gate, and it is time to go, the racing official triggers the light tree into the Countdown Mode   When the light gets to green, off they go!

HOW IS THE LIGHT TREE POWERED?

Three AA Batteries will power it continuously for two weeks.

WHAT KIND OF LIGHTS ARE USED?

Each light ring consists of eight hi intensity LEDs, aimed outward in radial increments of 45 degrees. You see the same high intensity flashes no matter where in the room you are standing.

HOW DOES THE LIGHT TREE GET TRIGGERED INTO THE COUNTDOWN MODE?

You press a button on a wireless remote control from up to 50 feet away.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE LIGHT GETS TO GREEN?

The race official can simply start the cars in the usual way, by activating the start gate mechanism.   But for those inclined toward the ultimate in high tech, the Light Tree is designed to operate our Remote Control Start Gate.

CONTRUCTION

The Light Tree enclosure consists of a clear polycarbonate tube, and common Schedule 40 PVC plumbing pipe adaptors. When your order, you get only the light assembly and battery compartment above the slender support pipe. The overall dimensions are 2.375" diameter, by 13.5" tall. You will be expected to finish the light tree yourself regarding how it is mounted.

MOUNTING

The battery compartment accepts a 1" standard PVC pipe. The most logical mounting is probably a floor stand. You will want to make it robust so it won't tip over. We suggest, for example, making a base from a round concrete stepping stone. You can epoxy a 1" steel pipe flange, and make the support pipe perhaps 5 feet high. Or you can fasten the Light Tree to your track, using elbows and brackets. Or, you can even hang it from the ceiling if you like!. Parts are available at Home Depot and are very inexpensive, however they would be very expensive to ship, and possibly not optimum for your situation. Therefore the finishing touches are left to you.

We will work with you if you have special requirements for powering, triggering, or mounting.

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Light Tree (3 x AA battery operation).........................$159.00

Contact us regarding other power source or triggering alternatives.

Shipping and Handling.......................................10.00

See our Light Tree and Remote Start Gate in action!

Contact: New Directions, 900 Echols Street SE, Vienna, VA 22180 | 703-319-0840 | Email