- Roof Racks & Outdoors
- Awnings & Accessories
- Awnings
- Darche 180 Freestanding Led Awning
At DARCHE, we aim to ensure that our gear can stand up to the tough Australian environment. That’s why we have put the Eclipse 180 Freestanding LED Awning through a comprehensive 30-day wind-testing regimen, with everything from gentle breezes to severe gales being thrown at the awning.
In our testing, the Eclipse 180 Freestanding LED Awning held up in winds over 50km/hr, and even after being damaged I was able to repeat the same performance with repairs. We used the Omega OM-CP-WIND101A wind speed data logger system, calibrated with data from the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, to measure wind speeds every second during our testing. For more details on the wind meter, check it out here.
Based on results and observations gained over the wind testing period, the Eclipse 180 Freestanding LED Awning is rated up to 30km/hr winds whilst freestanding. However, our recommendation is that it you always deploy the included poles and tie down your awning properly using pegs and guy ropes as Mother Nature is unpredictable and we want to protect your investment.
Not only is the Eclipse 180 Freestanding LED Awning built to last, but it's also loaded with features that will raise your next outdoor adventure to the next level. There are dimmable LED strips neatly integrated into the rafter arms that also includes an amber setting to avoid attracting insects. The innovative two-piece backing plate design allows for a fully-enclosed transit cover, maximising weather resistance while still retaining the ability to easily move the awning from one vehicle to another. There are also 8mm sailtrack channels built into the backing plate, giving you the ability to attach a wide range of accessories to your awning.
If you are after even more protection from the elements, awning wall kits that increase coverage from 8.2 to 16.5 m2 are also available.
*Please note that if this awning is mounted to a roof top tent, the poles must be used at all times to avoid damaging your roof top tent.*
*Ensure that your roof mounting system is fit for purpose. The supplied mounting brackets suit most commercially available roof racks or steel basket setups, however for some platform racks long brackets (T050801751B) may be required.*
- Over 2 years of development and testing
- Wind rated to 30 km/hr in freestanding mode
- 8.2m² of cover
- Fully-enclosed transit cover and two-piece backing plate design maximises weather resistance while still retaining the ability to easily move the awning from one vehicle to another
- Height-adjustable brackets suits a wide range of setup types
- X-tube aluminium alloy rafter arms, backing plate & hinges designed using state-of-the-art techniques & simulation for incredible strength & durability
- Integrated dual-colour (white and amber) dimmable LED lights on four rafter arms. (power bank not incl.)
- Additional height for headroom and water run off
- Heavy-duty 320gsm ripstop polycotton canvas with 3000mm waterhead rating
- All parts are designed to be replaceable for easy and low cost repair
- Compatible with rooftop tent awning bracket kits (T050801945 and T050801946, sold separately)
- Wall kits available (T050801744A and T050801744PV sold separately)
- Freestanding Wind Rating 30 km/hr
- Max. Head Height 2600mm
- Suits Vehicle Height 1400 to 2600mm
- Mount Type Side
- Fabric Material: 320gsm Ripstop Polycotton Canvas
- Frame Material: Extruded Aluminium Alloy
- Transit Cover Material: 820D Polyester Oxford
- Waterhead Rating 3000mm
- UPF Rating 50+
- External Dimensions 6160L x 2070W x 2300H mm
- Packed Dimensions 2220L x 160W x 180H mm
- Coverage 8.2 sqm
- Weight 21.0 kg
Tyre and Wheel Shipping
Cost: $15.99 per unit
All orders for items in stock at our Penrose store will be shipped on our standard 2-5 working day courier service. Items not in stock will leave our store within 1-2 working days.
Add another 1-2 days for RD Rural Delivery addresses
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE UNABLE TO SHIP TO P.O BOXES
Car Care Shipping
Cost: $12.99
All orders for items in stock at our Penrose store will be shipped on our standard 2-5 working day courier service. Items not in stock will leave our store within 1-2 working days.
Add another 1-2 days for RD Rural Delivery addresses
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE UNABLE TO SHIP TO P.O BOXES
Battery Shipping (No Rural Address)
Cost: $25.99
All orders for batteries are held in stock nationwide at various distribution warehouses around NZ and will get shipped from your closest warehouse. Shipping can take up to 7 working days due to the item requiring a dangerous goods certificate. In the event, its out of stock locally, it will get sent from the next closest distribution warehouse that has it in stock. NO RURAL ADDRESS OR P.O BOXES
Express Car Audio Shipping
Cost: $11.99
All orders for items in stock at our Penrose store will be shipped on our standard 2-5 working day courier service. Items not in stock will leave our store within 1-2 working days.
Add another 1-2 days for RD Rural Delivery addresses
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE UNABLE TO SHIP TO P.O BOXES
Standard Nationwide Shipping
Cost: $19.99
All orders for items in stock at our Penrose store will be shipped on our standard 2-5 working day courier service. Items not in stock will leave our store within 1-2 working days.
Add another 1-2 days for RD Rural Delivery addresses
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE UNABLE TO SHIP TO P.O BOXES
Large Items & Roof Box Shipping
Cost: $59.99
Oversized item shipping for roof trays and roof boxes. Delivery to Local Depot or Commercial Business Addresses only.
Expected delivery time of 3-10 working days, depending on location and stock on hand.
Pick Up at Hyper Drive
Cost: Free
Orders can be picked up between trading hours of 8 am-5 pm, Monday to Friday and Saturday 9 am-1 pm*. Pick up from 434B Church Street East, Penrose, Auckland.
*PLEASE WAIT FOR A CONFIRMATION EMAIL TO ADVISE YOUR ORDER IS READY FOR PICKUP*
Roof Top Tent Shipping
Cost: $99.99
Oversized item shipping for Roof Top Tents. Delivery to Local Depot or Commercial Addresses only.
Expected delivery time of 3-10 working days, depending on location and stock on hand.
Additional Information
SHIPPING TIMES
For items showing "In stock at Hyper Drive, ships today " orders placed before 3pm will normally leave the same day
*Larger item(s) may take an additional day to be picked up by carrier.
For Items showing "In stock at Distribution Centre -Ships in 1-2 working days " orders placed will take an additional 1-2 working days before they are shipped.
This means the item comes from a 3rd party warehouse and will be dispatched in up to 2 business days time.
We recommend sending your order to your workplace, this will speed up the delivery of your order as someone will be there to sign for it
All orders paid by bank deposit will be processed and shipped the day funds clear in our bank accounts. This can take up to two working days.
Pick-ups are welcome between business hours (Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm and Sat 9 am-1 pm). Payments are welcome to be made in-store.
COURIER COMPANIES:
We use Post Haste & Mainfreight for the majority of our shipping.
Post Haste (Nationwide):
http://www.posthaste.co.nz/tracktrace.html
For shipping large items, eg: roof top tents, awnings and roof boxes, we use:
Mainfreight (North Island):
https://www.mainfreight.com/track
Bascik Transport (South Island):
https://www.bascik.co.nz/