OVERVIEW:
The
Powerbox DPC-12000 and 15000 Series
are 10-outlet lighting controllers that connect to a 4-wire, 240-volt main input,
and provide 240-volt and 120-volt output power through 10 NEMA type 6-15 outlets and 5 NEMA type 5-15 outlets. Rated
output capacity ranges from 30 amps to 60 amps continuous at 240 Volts, depending on the model. These units contain a
microprocessor-controlled GFCI main circuit breaker that provides the ultimate in specialized protection for you and your
equipment, when installed properly.
1.
MAIN POWER INPUT.
The DPC-12000 and DPC-15000 series have 4.5’ main power cables and come in the following
configurations and main connection types:
DPC-15000 (Ten 240-volt outlets, Five 120-volt outlets)
-50A Capacity, 4-Prong Plug & Play with a NEMA type 14-50P plug (standard 4-prong range plug)
-50A Capacity, 4-Wire Hardwire
-60A Capacity, 4-Wire Hardwire
DPC-12000 (Ten 240-volt outlets, Five 120-volt outlets)
-50A Capacity, 4-Prong Plug & Play with a NEMA type 14-50P plug (standard 4-prong range plug)
-50A Capacity, 4-Wire Hardwire
-60A Capacity, 4-Wire Hardwire
DPC-12000-D (Twelve 240-volt outlets, Six 120-volt outlets)
-30A Capacity, 4-Prong Plug & Play with a NEMA type 14-30P plug (standard 4-prong dryer plug)
-50A Capacity, 4-Prong Plug & Play with a NEMA type 14-50P plug (standard 4-prong range plug)
-50A Capacity, 4-Wire Hardwire
-60A Capacity, 4-Wire Hardwire
2.
GFCI MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER.
Provides protection to equipment and personnel through a microprocessor-controlled
technology that monitors line conditions and downstream appliance conditions for abnormalities that could lead to fire or
electrocution. The rating of this breaker will determine the capacity of the unit.
3.
PROGRAMMABLE DIGITAL TIMER.
The programmable digital timer allows the user to control the upper ten 240-volt
outlets and the first four 120-volt outlets. The timer allows for up to seven separate program cycles. A typical 12-hour on, 12-
hour off cycle, set for every day of the week, will require only one program. Outlets cannot be timed independently; they operate
in a group only. See Digital Timer Programming Instructions in Section 3 for details on setting the programs.
4.
240-VOLT TIMED OUTLETS.
The ten 240-volt outlets are controlled by the digital timer and can be programmed to turn on
and off according to the program(s) set in the timer. These outlets are designed for running HID lighting loads.
5.
120-VOLT TIMED OUTLETS.
The first four 120-volt outlets are controlled by the digital timer and turn on and off in unison
with the 240-volt timed outlets. The 120-volt timed outlets are designed for small loads such as fans and accessories.
6.
120-VOLT CONSTANT OUTLET.
The last 120-volt outlet provides constant power when the main unit is turned on and is
provided for running small accessory loads.
7.
DIGITAL AMMETER.
The DPC-15000 series has a digital ammeter that precisely monitors load draw in real time so that
you can ensure you don’t overload the unit and trip the circuit breaker inadvertently.
8.
OPTIONAL TRIGGER CORD.
This inlet accepts a standard 120-volt trigger cord that can be used to override the built-in
timer, in case you want to use another device to control the on/off cycles of the Powerbox.
9.
STATUS INDICATOR LIGHTS.
The DPC-12000 is identical in form and function to the DPC-15000, except the DPC-12000
does not contain the digital ammeter. It its place are four status indicator lights that show when the unit is on and protected.
10.
ZONE 1, 240-VOLT OUTLETS.
The DPC-12000-D is a Dual Zone unit that has two banks of 240-volt outlets. Shown in
#10 is Bank 1 of the 240-volt outlets, which are activated when the Bank 1 trigger cord (#14) receives a 120-volt signal.
11.
ZONE 2, 240-VOLT OUTLETS.
The DPC-12000-D is a Dual Zone unit that has two banks of 240-volt outlets. Shown in #11
is Bank 2 of the 240-volt outlets, which are activated when the Bank 2 trigger cord (#15) receives a 120-volt signal.
12.
ZONE 1, 120-VOLT OUTLETS.
The DPC-12000-D has three 120-volt outlets in Zone 1 that provide continuous power
when the main unit is powered on. These outlets can optionally be wired to power on in conjunction with the ZONE 1 240-volt
outlets, via the trigger cord.
13.
ZONE 2, 120-VOLT OUTLETS.
The DPC-12000-D has three 120-volt outlets in Zone 2 that provide continuous power
when the main unit is powered on. These outlets can optionally be wired to power on in conjunction with the ZONE 2 240-volt
outlets, via the trigger cord.
14.
ZONE 1 TRIGGER CORD.
This inlet accepts a standard 120-volt trigger cord (included) that when energized, causes the
240-volt outlets in Zone 1 to turn on.
15.
ZONE 2 TRIGGER CORD.
This inlet accepts a standard 120-volt trigger cord (included) that when energized, causes the
240-volt outlets in Zone 2 to turn on.
