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PR Model Dimmer Rack


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PR Model Dimmer Rack

The PR series Dimmer bank unit is a dead front, free standing assembly of heavy duty steel construction, conforming to applicable NEMA and EIA standards. Front access to removable dimmer and electronics trays insures ease of service and maintenance. Hinged locking door prevent unauthorized entry.

Features:

  • Up to 192 dimmer circuits
  • Temperature and air flow sensors
  • Accepts all standard control signals
  • Innovative self-aligning Precizpin contacts
  • Overcurrent and short circuit protection
  • Complete plug-in power and control elements
  • UL listed

A full rack consists of 48 dimmer module slots, each capable of delivering power and control contacts for quad, dual or single dimmers of 2.4kw and 6.0kw capacity. Each module utilizes the PRECIZPIN plug-in system. This self aligning contact is designed to provide uniform and consistent pressure between dimmer pins and rack receptacles to prevent deterioration and overheating of the electrical contacts. Pins are rated at 125 amperes.

Each dimmer cabinet is supplies with all required plug-in firing cards, controller card and power supply card. The firing card is designed to regulate the output of each dimmer. Individual feedback signals to each dimmer prevent any undesirable change of light output due to line voltage fluctuations or line distortions. Each card controls up to 48 dimmer circuits using highly integrated circuit designs. A maximum of firing cards (192 dimmer circuits per rack) are housed in the cabinet.

One controller card is provided to receive both AMX-192 and DMX-512 data transmission protocols. The controller card contains a built-in, non-volatile "patch" which allows random and non-sequential dimmer numbering independent of dimmer ratings or placement in the rack.

One power supply card is supplied to provide the necessary control voltages for proper operation and voltage feedback to the firing cards.

A speed selectable low noise blower provides forced air ventilation so that each dimmer is individually cooled with ambient air. An ambient temperature of up to 40 degrees C. is accepted without affecting operation of a fully loaded and operating rack. Temperature and air sensors are an integral part of the protection system.

The dimmer rack has integral "amp trap" protection against overcurrent and short circuit conditions on the input main buss. The rack is complete with output and neutral connection terminals, main busses and necessary control terminals. All connection points are identified with permanently affixed markers. Each rack is equipped with removable top and bottom cover plates to ease conduit installation on job site.

All theater dimming systems are custom built from your specifications. Please contact us for details or prices on products and/or system quotes and consultations.


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