The lex products PowerGATE company switch provides access to relatively high amounts of electrical power, typically 60A and above, in applications where the equipment utilized changes on a regular basis, such as theaters, studios, convention centers and arenas. Company switches have become the preferred type of product for applications of this nature due to safety and convenience benefits.
- PowerGATEâ„¢ company switch design accommodates both IEC 60309 pin & sleeve and lug outputs in one wiring chamber, resulting in a compact design
- Features an electronic trip circuit breaker that is 100% rated, enabling continuous operation at maximum capacity
- Circuit breaker rated at 65,000 AIC (Amps Interrupting Capacity) to exceed requirements for installed dimmers
- Both IEC 60309 pin & sleeve and lug outputs are behind the access door, helping to eliminate accidental disconnection, unauthorized access and/or tampering with connections
- Unique arrangements of both pin & sleeve and lug terminations enables both sets of cable to drape downward for lower profile when mounted against a wall
- For enhanced safety, the access door to pin & sleeve and lug connections is interlocked to the main breaker, which means the breaker cannot be turned on unless the access door is closed
- Power shuts off automatically when the access door is opened, eliminating the ability to make or break a connection under load
- Circuit breaker allows for lockout/tagout to restrict access as needed
- Features a durable IEC 60309 pin & sleeve receptacle built to an international configuration standard
- IEC 60309 pin & sleeve receptacle does not require qualified personnel for installation
- The chassis ground can be isolated from the main ground for sensitive audio applications
- Markets served: theaters, convention centers, studios, theme parks, recreation facilities