Conspit ARES 12 + Free CSD NANO combines a 12 Nm Direct Drive wheel base with a compact telemetry screen. The Conspit ARES 12 uses a 23-bit optical encoder, while the included Conspit CSD NANO attaches magnetically to the front of the base and connects through pogo-pin contacts at no extra cost. The base provides bottom M6 and side M8 mounting points. Its 2.99-inch LCD works with Conspit Link 2.0 and SimHub.
Available accessories
- Quick Release
+ Additional accessories
- Communication
- USB
- Max torque
- 12
- Max Torque Slew Rate
- 4.8-8Nm/ms
- Encoder
- 23-bit encoder
- E-stop button
- No
- QR Included
- No
- Fixing method
- Bottom
Side - Wheelbase weight
- 5.6 kg
CONSPIT ARES — Docs & Software
Here’s a quick bundle of all the important links for the ARES series — manuals and the Conspit Link software. Everything in one place so you don’t have to dig around. Makes setup and the first run way smoother.
Product Manuals (PDF)
- ARES Series Quick Guide V1.2 (EN) — short manual, perfect if you just want to get it up and running (date: 2025-07-22).
- ARES Series – Rig Adapters Manual + Template V1.0 (CN/EN) — guide + templates for mounts/rigs, super useful when setting things up (date: 2025-06-17).
- ARES Series Function Guide V1.33 (EN) — full breakdown of functions, settings and modes (date: 2025-06-06).
| Component | Parameter | Details |
|---|---|---|
| ARES 12 | Type | Direct Drive wheel base |
| ARES 12 | Maximum torque | 12 Nm |
| ARES 12 | Torque slew rate | 4.8-8 Nm/ms |
| ARES 12 | Encoder | 23-bit optical encoder, angular precision below 0.01 degrees |
| ARES 12 | Cogging torque | Below 2.3% |
| ARES 12 | Dimensions | 134 x 150 x 260 mm |
| ARES 12 | Net weight | 5.6 kg |
| ARES 12 | Mounting points | 4 x M6 bottom, 4 x M8 side |
| ARES 12 | PC connection | USB 3.0 |
| ARES 12 | Software | Conspit Link 2.0 |
| CSD NANO | Display | 2.99-inch colour LCD |
| CSD NANO | Resolution | 800 x 268 pixels |
| CSD NANO | Dimensions | 92 x 27 x 13 mm |
| CSD NANO | ARES 12 mounting | Magnetic, pogo-pin contacts |
| CSD NANO | Universal connection | USB-C |
| CSD NANO | Supported environments | Conspit Link 2.0, SimHub, custom images and video files |
| Bundle | Platform | Windows PC |
| Device or use | Compatibility | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Windows PC | Yes | Target platform for the wheel base and display. |
| Conspit Link 2.0 | Yes | Wheel-base configuration and native CSD NANO layouts. |
| SimHub | Yes, for CSD NANO | Requires the official CSDNano.shdp file. |
| ARES 12 front magnetic interface | Yes | CSD NANO power and data through pogo pins. |
| Conspit CDR system | Yes | The wheel-side CDR component is required and sold separately. |
| Bottom cockpit mounting | Yes | Four M6 points. |
| Side cockpit mounting | Yes | Four M8 points; brackets are selected separately. |
| PlayStation and Xbox | No confirmed support | The manufacturer specifies Windows PC. |
| Item | Quantity | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Conspit ARES 12 wheel base | 1 | 12 Nm Direct Drive wheel base. |
| Wheel-base power supply | 1 | Power supply for ARES 12. |
| USB 3.0 cable | 1 | Connects the wheel base to the PC. |
| Conspit CSD NANO display | 1 | Complete display included free. |
| USB Type-C cable for CSD NANO | 1 | For the display's universal connection. |
| Adhesive-backed metal plate | 1 | Supports alternative CSD NANO installation. |
The steering wheel, wheel-side CDR component, wheel-base brackets, CES E-Stop, pedals and cockpit are not included.
1. What is included in this bundle?
You receive the ARES 12 wheel base with its power supply and USB cable, plus a complete CSD NANO with a USB-C cable and metal mounting plate.
2. Is CSD NANO included at no extra cost?
Yes. The complete CSD NANO display is part of the bundle and is included free.
3. How much torque does ARES 12 provide?
The wheel base delivers up to 12 Nm of torque.
4. How large is CSD NANO?
The housing measures 92 x 27 x 13 mm and contains a 2.99-inch LCD.
5. Is a USB-C cable required when the display is attached to the base?
No. ARES 12 transfers power and data to CSD NANO through magnetic pogo-pin contacts.
6. Does CSD NANO support SimHub?
Yes. Install the official CSDNano.shdp device file and configure the screen in SimHub.
7. Does the bundle include a CDR quick release?
No. The wheel-side CDR component must be selected separately.
8. Is the CES E-Stop supplied?
No. The CES E-Stop is an optional accessory for ARES wheel bases.
9. Which mounting points does ARES 12 use?
The wheel base provides four M6 threads on the bottom and four M8 threads on the sides.
10. Does the bundle work with PlayStation or Xbox?
The manufacturer confirms Windows PC support. PlayStation and Xbox compatibility is not specified.
11. How long is the warranty on CONSPIT products?
Simline.eu is an authorised CONSPIT partner in Poland and Europe. CONSPIT products are covered by warranty protection for up to 2 years within the European Union, according to CONSPIT warranty terms.
12. How is a CONSPIT warranty claim handled?
Simline.eu assists with the warranty process and manages the claim after receiving the required documentation. Once the issue has been reviewed, we provide the next instructions.
13. How do I submit a CONSPIT warranty claim?
Email support@simline.eu or conspit@simline.eu. Include a fault description and photos or videos showing the problem. Further instructions will be provided after review.
Manufacturer
- Simline
- Nakielska 89
- 85-347 Bydgoszcz
- Poland
- info@simline.eu
- +48517768318
Responsible person
- Sim-Center Sp Z o.o.
- Garbary 100/164
- 61-757 Poznań
- Poland
- salon@sim-center.pl
- +48602214221


















