Planet Eclipse will not be introducing a new Ego in 2012. This model is the 2011/2012 model!
The "Ashes 2" color has been discontinued by eclipse due to issues with the anodization(coloring) process.
Ego11 Technical Specification
Following the trends in paintball and
being able to react and respond to them in a way that benefits the player in a
positive way is a difficult thing to achieve. Being able to provide a product
that is all things to all men is even harder. Planet Eclipse have always prided
itself on being able to react quickly, give the customer what they want, when
they want it, and to give users the flexibility to have their marker just how
they like it.
This philosophy has never been more evident than it is in
the New Ego11.
Over the past 18 months you will have seen Planet Eclipse
taking steps to help improve the �feel� of the marker during play, as well as to
improve the ability of the markers to handle super brittle tournament paint.
Controlling the speed of the bolt in any marker is the key to achieving improved
feel, reduced sound signature, and more gentle handling of the paintball within
the marker. The more gentle the acceleration and deceleration of the system, the
smoother the marker feels.
But of course doing so does have its
drawbacks. For example by slowing the cyclic speed of the marker, you also
reduce the rate of fire. As with many things in life there is a trade off. As we
look to improve the feel of the marker on one hand, we inhibit it in terms of
outright speed on the other.
But what if you want your Ego to shoot fast
like Egos used to shoot? If the marker is tuned for smoothness, how do you get
the speed? What if you want to shoot 15bps but want it smooth? What if you only
care about shooting 12bps because that�s all you can use with PSP rules but want
it to be as smooth as possible? How can you cave all these things in one
solitary marker?
Well until now, it just wasn�t possible without making
major, time-consuming physical changes to the pneumatic system of the marker, or
even re-machining parts to allow different dynamic characteristics of a marker.
But not now. Not any more.
The Ego11 comes equipped with an industry
first. A bespoke solenoid manufactured by MAC Valves USA that incorporates twin
flow control devices. Etched into the side of the solenoid body is easy to make
out the two incremented scales. Below the scales are two one-quarter turn
Solenoid Flow Controls. These Solenoid Flow Controls, fitted with pointer and
limit stops, can now be used to independently control both the forward and
rearward speed of the Rammer. For the first time ever in a poppet marker the
user can now tune the speed, feel and rate of fire of their own marker with a
simple twist of an adjuster. In the time it takes you to turn off your tourney
lock, the Ego11 can be switched from a high speed, max ROF, uncapped,
free-for-all machine, into the softest, gentlest, smoothest shooting capped PSP
poppet you have ever felt. Or how absolutely anything in between?! The analogue
adjustment means infinite control of the speed of the bolt and rammer in either
direction giving unprecedented influence over the dynamic characteristics of
each marker. It looks like you really can have your cake and eat it with the
Ego11.
But the solenoid is not the only place that has a complete
overhaul. Take a look around the grip frame and there are several things that
should jump out. Like the new POPS ASA.
POPS stands for Push On Purge
System and is a completely new concept in On/Off/Purging ASAs. The idea is
simple. Just push back on the front �Bonnet� section of the POPS and this
depresses the pin in your tank, gasses up the marker, and then latched itself
into place. Gassing up the marker takes a fraction of a second. Once gassed up
the bonnet stays in position until the pushbutton on the side of the POPS bonnet
is depressed, at which point the bonnet pops forward and the marker purges its
air. Again, de-gassing takes a fraction of a second and very little effort. The
new POPS also features, of course, T-Slot mounting to the frame, but this time
with longer adjustment range than the previous Eclipse ASAs. It also hosts front
porting for the first time on an Eclipse ASA, as well as new fittings that
require Loctite or tape to seal in and can be removed quickly and easily with a
hex key.
The new fitting takes air via the shortened macroline hose into
a new angled swivel on the exceptional SL3 regulator which also comes with one
of the new fittings.
The SL3 regulator should need little introduction at
this point. It was first seen on the SLS from last season and then went on to
appear on the Geo2. The SL3 reg retains all of the simplicity of the old Eclipse
regulators, but also throws in a load of new features and even better
performance. Notably the regulator has a new seal system that means the
regulator seal can now be flipped or replaced if required, and is more durable
to start with. No piston replacement needed with this new design. The regulator
also performs far superiorly across a very wide range of input pressures. You
can run HP or LP tank, flipping between the 2 without any effect on marker
velocity. The benefit of this added stability is even more evident when it comes
down to the game, where you can shoot the Ego11 at full velocity right down to
the last 200-300psi in the tank. You can really squeeze every last bit of
performance out of your system.
Those who are observant may also notice a
new spacing between the SL3 reg and the grip frame. The inclusion of the new
solenoid has given the Ego11 the opportunity to spread its stance a little. The
frame has been moved backwards allowing more room between the front regulator
and the trigger guard. Just enough to add some additional support and control to
the marker, but not enough to forsake the compact dimensions and sharp handling
that Ego users have become so accustomed to.
The Ego11 has some other
quite interesting changes to the ergonomics of the frame. The new frame profile
along with, yet again, a higher grip position combine with an all-new grip that
is actually sunk into the frame around most of its perimeter. These in turn with
a brand new co-molded console that runs all the way up the back of the frame to
add comfort and grip. Slimmer in the middle section of the grips, and with
grippy rubber running down the back of the frame, the look and feel of the Ego11
is still fresh. Simple mechanical changes ensure that the grip screws clamp down
firmly into place without the chance of crushing the grips or, more importantly,
some delicate internal component.
Of course inside the frame there still
lies the ubiquitous Eclipse circuit board, fitted with extra large tru-color
backlit LCD module, sounding device, triple external pushbuttons, micro and opto
sensing triggers, 16-bit processor and expansion port that allows connection to
PC with the optional E-Portal2 kit. With all the adjustability and functionality
you could ever need, the range of adjustment on the Ego11 is simply
breathtaking. Refill counters, ROF indicators, timers, audible beeper, debounce
presets, RF enabled, you name it, the Ego11 board will do it or support it. And
when combined with the new direct acting solenoid, the prioritized drive
circuitry will ensure that shot-to-shot consistency and rate of fire accuracy
are the very best they can be.
Also inside the frame, and in charge of
actuating the micro and opto switches on the board, is a new trigger, with new
bearing carrier, and new spring system. The trigger has 5 points of adjustment.
Forward travel, rearward travel, magnetic return strength, spring return
strength and finally micro-switch actuation point. Designed in the ever-popular
S-style, the trigger has the smooth, slop-free action that has been the backbone
of Eclipse markers for years. It�s wide range of adjustability and option of
magnetic or spring return make it quick and easy to set up to any individuals
liking without the need break the gun apart to get at adjusters. As with
everything in an Eclipse marker, simplicity is key.
Internally the Ego11
boasts the Zick2 kit, the Cure3 bolt, the same adjustable LPR found on SLs as
well as the LP protection vent that was found in the Ego10. All highly proven,
tournament winning components.
And up front, you�ll find the new Shaft4
barrel in 14�, 0.689� bore configuration that has been receiving outstanding
reviews since its launch on the Geo2 earlier this year. Re-designed for better
efficiency and consistency, and ported for reduced sound signature, there really
is no need to replace exceptional, stiff arbour honed, premium barrel.
Finally, the Ego11 comes packaged in a new zippered case, which includes in its
contents a full hex key set, oil, barrel sock, full-color 84-page manual, and a
comprehensive spares kit that includes regulator components, o-rings, detents,
springs and screws.
The Ego11 has been developed and created with the
soul intention of giving the modern player the things they most desire in a
modern paintball marker. A smoother shot. A quieter sound signature. Outstanding
Efficiency. Unparalleled reliability. Simplicity. Industry-Leading Customer
Service. Ergonomics. And built-in User Adjustability and choice. All from a
company that whatever the situation, whatever the occasion, will always have
your back.
Eclipse Ego11 Features
- Dimensions
- Weight � 882g/1.94lb
Including 14� Shaft4 Barrel, Battery, Feed Tube, OOPS
- Length � 542mm
Including 14� Shaft4 Barrel
- Height � 211mm
- Width � 27mm
Materials
- Body � 6061-T6 Aluminium
- Barrel � 6061-T6 Aluminium
-
Frame � 6061-T6 Aluminium
- Feed � 6061-T6 Aluminium
- Eye Covers �
6061-T6 Aluminium
Electronics
- Interface � 3 Pushbuttons On
Frame, Tourney Lock on PCB
- Display � Transflective LCD w/ Tru-Color
Adjustable Backlite
- Solenoid voltage � 5V
- Processor voltage � 3V
-
Processor � 16-Bit 16MIPS
- Power Supply � 1 x 9V (PP3) Battery
-
Interface � E-Portal Compatible
Hardware
- ASA Mount � T-Slot
mounted adjustable rail with POPS (Push On Purge System)
- Trigger Methods �
Micro Switch and Break-Beam Opto-Switch
- Trigger Mechanism � Leaf Spring and
Magnetic Return
- Trigger Pivot � Dual Instrument Ball Race Units Mounted in
Bearing Carrier
- Barrel � 2-Piece Micro Honed Shaft4 14� length 0.689� Bore
- Feed Tube � Lever Operated Clamping Feed with Sprocket Thumb Wheel
Pneumatics
Operating Principle � Under and Over Poppet
Solenoid Type �
Custom MAC Solenoid Valve
Drive Mechanism � Zick2 Rammer System
Bolt
Mechanism � Cure3 Bolt
Ergonomics
Grip Type � Contoured Dual Density Grip
Grip Pitch � 162mm
Firmware
Firing Modes � Semi and Ramping Capped and
Uncapped
Debounce Modes � 10 Debounce Modes
Weight:
2.00LB
