Casio has launched two new additions to the EDIFICE line of high-performance metal chronographs based on the brand concept of “Speed and Intelligence.” The Casio EDIFICE EQB-1000AT and ECB-10AT, which are made with 6K carbon, are collaboration models designed with the Formula One™ team Scuderia AlphaTauri.
All eyes are on Scuderia AlphaTauri, the F1™ team whose driver Pierre Gasly took the checkered flag in last September’s Italian Grand Prix. The team’s cutting-edge technologies and passionate pursuit of speed perfectly match the EDIFICE brand concept, and Casio has been an official partner since 2016, when the team was known as Scuderia Toro Rosso.
The new EQB-1000AT and ECB-10AT watches mark the second collaboration with the team, this one coming after their name change to Scuderia AlphaTauri last year.
The dial and bezel of the EQB-1000AT and the dial of the ECB-10AT are made of 6K carbon, which is produced with high-strength carbon fiber like the material used in racing car wings and floors. The team’s navy-blue color sets the overall tone, while the team’s logo is engraved on the dials, case backs, and band loops.
Both models feature robust sapphire crystals for peace of mind even in the most grueling of races. The watches automatically adjust the time when paired with a smartphone using the dedicated app, providing the highly accurate time team members rely on when scheduling their days down to the minute. The app also features about 300 cities to choose from to set world time quickly and easily — ideal for a team that travels the world.
Casio EDIFICE x Scuderia AlphaTauri EQB-1000AT
Based on the original slim-profile EQB-1000 chronograph with its Tough Solar power system, this new watch connects via the dedicated app to easily set both the main display and inset-dial display to any two cities. Made with Cordura® fabric, the durable band can withstand the toughest conditions.
Technical details
Case
Size of Case: 49.9×45.7×9.8mm
Water Resistance: 100 meters
Communication Specifications
Communication Standard: Bluetooth® low energy
Signal Range: Up to 2m (may differ depending on surrounding conditions)
Stopwatch
Measuring unit: 1 second; measuring capacity: 23:59’59; measuring modes: flyback, direct timing start from the timekeeping mode
Other Features
Mobile Link functions (world time: over 300 cities, automatic time adjustment, phone finder, stopwatch data records, etc.); dual time; daily alarm; day and date display; full auto-calendar
Power Source
Tough Solar power system (solar-charging system)
Continuous Operation
About 19 months with the power-saving function ON after full charge
Total Weight
Approx. 71g
Casio EDIFICE x Scuderia AlphaTauri ECB-10AT
Based on the original ECB-10 with its Schedule Timer function, which syncs with a smartphone’s calendar app to display schedule start and end times on the LCD, as well as provide audible alerts, this new watch also connects with a smartphone to adjust automatically to the correct local time as you travel. The resin band provides a supremely comfortable fit.
Technical details
Case
Size of Case: 51.0×48.5×12.5mm
Water Resistance: 100 meters
Communication Specifications
Communication Standard: Bluetooth® low energy
Signal Range: Up to 2m (may differ depending on surrounding conditions)
World Time
38 cities (38 time zones, daylight saving on/off) and Coordinated Universal Time; auto summer time (DST) switching; home city/world time city swapping
Stopwatch
Measuring unit: 1/1000 second (for the first 60 minutes)/ 1/10 second (after 60 minutes); measuring capacity: 23:59’59.999”; measuring modes: elapsed time; 200-lap memory
Countdown Timer
Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 24 hours), 1-second accuracy
Alarm
5 daily alarms; hourly time signal
Other Features
Mobile Link functions (Automatic Connection, world time: over 300 cities, automatic time adjustment, phone finder, stopwatch data records, schedule timer, etc.); hand shift feature; full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour format; button operation tone on/off; schedule alarm on/off; day and date display; battery level indicator; airplane mode; low battery warning; LED light for the face and LCD (full auto LED light; Super Illuminator with afterglow: 1.5/3.0 seconds)
Power Source
2 years on CR2016
Total Weight
Approx. 110g
