This is the first wireless scoring system on the market that plugs directly into the epee and has advanced software that can differentiate between body, guard and metal piste hits, without the need for calibration, giving a very high level of accuracy even under high levels of sweat. Why not ditch the body wire and go completely wireless?
This set comprises two Plugin units and is available in two storage case options. Although the Plugin is slightly larger than a standard epee body wire connector, there is still plenty of space for your hand to move.
The Plugin contains a high brightness red and green LED, along with a high volume buzzer.
The Plugins communicate with each other to determine the hit and the results are then displayed on both Plugins at the same time.
The Plugin meets all the FIE timing requirements.
The Plugin enclosure is made from CNC machined polycarbonate, which makes them very robust and able to withstand continuous direct hits.
The Plugin will run for up to 4 hours or more than 800 hits on a single charge. The Plugin will fully recharge in 2 hours using a standard USB-C charger (not supplied).
The Plugin has a test/coaching mode, which allows for rapid repetition of hits to help locate epee problems and for coaching.
The Plugin has a timeout mode to prevent fencers leaving the venue with the Plugin still inserted into their epee.
The Plugins are shipped as a pair, but can be paired with any other Plugin or Repeater.
For a full list of features and operating instructions please refer to the CWE User Guide, which can be found on the Downloads page. The CWE User Guide also contains a troubleshooting section to help you get the best performance from the system.
Each set comes with three spare easy to replace 4mm pins.
Quickstart instructions are available on the reverse of the transparent storage case and on the Downloads page.
Completely Wireless Epee Set - 2
Individual Plugin
Weight: 43g
Dimensions: 45 x 55 x 14mm (excluding pins)
Charging: USB-C (cable not included)
Set with plastic case
Weight: 200g
Dimensions: 140 x 130 x 38
Set with cardboard box
Weight: 100g
Dimensions: 130 x 60 x 16
Reviews
I'm coaching a kids epee class at my local Y. They have dry equipment but obviously electric would be far better. Buying a whole box and wires and reels is incredibly expensive though so I thought wireless might be best. I still didn't relish having to buy a dozen body cords and have the kids wear them while training dry. Then I learned of this system, and went for it. I'd used the old hitmate wireless system from a decade ago, and it went off on bell guards a fair amount. This one seems to do so less, but it still does so I wouldn't use it for a true tournament. For my purposes though it is amazing. I simply have 4 wired epees (2 left and 2 right) the two tiny plugs that come with this system and that's it. The kids simply trade the wired blades and we get a bunch of electric fencing in. If that's what you're looking for go for this setup. I also love the cheaper cardboard box shipping option, nice to pass on some savings for being green.
Dear Hitmate associates, Thursday, August 3, 2023
Received two sets of wireless scoring system for épées. Spent two weeks trying to find problems – found no fault – they work astonishingly well!
They are strongly constructed and slide into the bell socket with ease.
We can change both fencers on the piste in less than one minute and there is no mess with body cords, reels, wires, boxes….
We really like these new wireless plug-in devices. We still have two sets of the old pocket units and they are working well, but the kids like the new wireless better.
I’m using a four-way splitter that simultaneously charge the four units. I charge over-night once a week – this seems OK. Any suggestions on how often to charge?
I’ll keep in touch with our progress. Until then,
Best to you,
James White, maître d’armes
Professor Emeritus, U.C.S.D School of Medicine & Dept. P.E.A. & R.
Coach and fencers are very happy with this wireless scoring system. It has made our lives so much easier, no more lugging boxes and spools around. So much quicker to set up our fencing sessions and fencers feel freer in their movement.
Easy to use in any training situation, really enjoyed using it to sparr over Christmas. The box it comes with is great for transportation and protection when not in use.
Fencing outdoors, quickly, without heavy equipment or power. Transformative. Neat small easy to fit and doesn't interfere with the grip.