Chain Pilot Box
The non-sequential
safety box
Chain Pilot Box
The non-sequential
safety box
New product, available in 128 models.
A new generation of enhanced safety boxes.
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The freedom to decide
your sequenceThe freedom to decide
your sequenceThe PowerSyntax Chain Pilot box features a set of PowerSyntax Chain Pilot connectors with L1+L2+L3+N+PE (or L1+L2+L3+PE), each one with its built-in microswitch. The connector’s microswitches control an auxiliary circuit connected to an external device (breaker, contactor, etc.), so that the system will only be activated once all the mechanically keyed cable connectors have been inserted in the corresponding panel-mount connectors on the Chain Pilot Box. So there is no need to respect a sequential order when mating or unmating your connectors.
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Product overview
Product overview
Insert all the cable connectors to activate the breaker or protection device. All connectors will de-energise should one become disconnected when in use. Built-in microswitch for electrical interlock on all connectors. No mechanical locks / longer lifespan. Ensures safe connection of all phases, neutral and earth. Electrical safety guaranteed. International patent on connectors
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Technical features
Technical features
Intermateable with standard PowerSyntax or other powerlock-style connectors. Microswitch-controlled auxiliary circuit ensures that the system will only be energised when all 5 connectors on the box have been mated. Total electrical safety as all connectors are de-energised should one become disconnected. Color coded connectors. 5-pole (E-N-L1-L2-L3) or 4-pole (E-L1-L2-L3) system with Panel Drain or Source connectors. Mechanically keyed connectors to prevent mating errors. Secondary lock for added mechanical safety. IP2X finger-proof protection. 2U 19” rack-mountable box. IP67 rating on connectors’ front mating side. Microswitch-controlled auxiliary circuit ensures that the system will only be energised when all connectors on the box have been mated. -
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Technical data
Technical data
Rated current: 480amp or 750amp Rated voltage: 1000V AC / 1500V DC Color coding: EUROPE: color coded connectors and panel inscriptions (E-green, N-blue, L1-brown, L2-black, L3-grey)
UK (old): color coded connectors (E-green, N-black, L1-red, L2-yellow, L3-blue)
AUSTRALIA: color coded connectors (E-green, N-black, L1-red, L2-white, L3-blue)
USA: color coded connectors (E-green, N-white, L1-black, L2-red, L3-blue)Model: source or drain Contact material: silver plated copper Box material: high temperature thermoplastic Rack space: 2U or 2.5U Endurance: 500+ connection cycles Degree of protection (connectors front side): IP67 when mated of with environmetal caps fitted (IP67 caps supplied as a standard) Degree of protection (connectors without caps): IP2X finger-proof Flammability: UL94 - V0 Operating temperature: -30°C to +85°C Safety notice: The PowerSyntax chain pilot box should only be installed and operated by suitably qualified persons -
Carefully packaged and shipped
to you in full safetyCarefully packaged and shipped
to you in full safety
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All the options you need
All the options you need
Configure your own Chain Pilot Box choosing between a wide range of options: 4 or 5 poles, color coding by geographical region, source or drain connectors, up to 480A or up to 750A, 2U or 2,5U of box height and contact type, threaded post or threaded hole.
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Choose your connector style1.
Choose your connector styleThe PowerSyntax Chain Pilot connectors are available in Panel Drain e Panel Source versions.
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Panel drain
Panel drain
With microswitch
With microswitch
On the panel drain, the spring device activating the microswitch is placed outside the mating part of the connector's shell.
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Panel source
Panel source
With microswitch
With microswitch
On the panel source, the spring device activating the microswitch is placed inside the mating part of the connector's shell.
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Choose the number of poles2.
Choose the number of polesThe Chain Pilot Box can be ordered with the standard 5-poles (G - N - L1 - L2 - L3) or in the 4-poles (G - L1 - L2 - L3) version.
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5-poles version
5-poles version
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4-poles version
4-poles version
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Choose the color coding3.
Choose the color codingThe PowerSyntax Chain Pilot connectors can be coded for Europe, UK (old), Australia and U.S.A. color schemes.
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Identification color codes
(5-POLES)Identification color codes
(5-POLES)Ground Neutral Line 1 Line 2 Line 3 Europe & UK UK (old) Australia U.S.A. -
Identification color codes
(4-POLES)Identification color codes
(4-POLES)Ground Line 1 Line 2 Line 3 Europe & UK UK (old) Australia U.S.A. -
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Choose the contact's terminal4.
Choose the contact's terminalThe PowerSyntax Chain Pilot Panel connectors in the Chain Pilot Box are equipped with different contact types, depending on current rating (480amp or 750amp) and cable terminations.
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M12 extended threaded post
M12 extended threaded post
Exclusive design
Exclusive design
M12 threaded-post contact, up to 480 amp or 750 amp (all-copper contact). Lug terminal retained through M12 nut. Longer contact allows connectors mating without interfering with the microswitch's contacts.
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M12 threaded hole
M12 threaded hole
Standard contact
Standard contact
M12 threaded-hole contact, up to 480 amp or 750 amp (all-copper contact). Lug terminal retained through M12 bolt. Used as an alternative for M12 threaded-post contacts on SPX 4 and SPX 7 panel-mount connectors.
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Choose the box height5.
Choose the box heightPick the right box for your rack, we can provide two options: 2U and 2.5U. Both choices are available for the 4-poles or the 5-poles versions.
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Box height: 2U
Box height: 2U
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Box height: 2,5U
Box height: 2,5U
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Overall dimensions
Overall dimensions
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Type Poles Units Contact A B C D E Drain 4 2U M12 post 88 mm 349,5 mm 57 mm 46 mm 161 mm Drain 4 2U M12 hole 88 mm 349,5 mm 57 mm 16,3 mm 131,3 mm Drain 4 2,5U M12 post 108 mm 349,5 mm 57 mm 46 mm 161 mm Drain 4 2,5U M12 hole 108 mm 349,5 mm 57 mm 16,3 mm 131,3 mm Drain 5 2U M12 post 88 mm 432 mm 57 mm 46 mm 161 mm Drain 5 2U M12 hole 88 mm 432 mm 57 mm 46 mm 161 mm Drain 5 2,5U M12 post 108 mm 432 mm 57 mm 46 mm 161 mm Drain 5 2,5U M12 hole 108 mm 432 mm 57 mm 16,3 mm 131,3 mm Source 4 2U M12 post 88 mm 349,5 mm 35 mm 46 mm 139 mm Source 4 2U M12 hole 88 mm 349,5 mm 35 mm 16,3 mm 109,3 mm Source 4 2,5U M12 post 108 mm 349,5 mm 35 mm 46 mm 139 mm Source 4 2,5U M12 hole 108 mm 349,5 mm 35 mm 16,3 mm 109,3 mm Source 5 2U M12 post 88 mm 432 mm 35 mm 46 mm 139 mm Source 5 2U M12 hole 88 mm 432 mm 35 mm 16,3 mm 109,3 mm Source 5 2,5U M12 post 108 mm 432 mm 35 mm 46 mm 139 mm Source 5 2,5U M12 hole 108 mm 432 mm 35 mm 16,3 mm 109,3 mm -
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Extra safety, even in the packaging
Extra safety, even in the packaging
Every detail is important to us
Every detail is important to us
We care about every aspect regarding the safety of our products, from the starting design to the final delivery. Every single Chain Pilot Box is enclosed in a polyethylene shell, inserted in a sealed cardboard package and shipped in another cardboard box, for further protection.
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The IP67 caps are supplied
as a standardThe IP67 caps are supplied
as a standardIP67 protection of the Chain Pilot Box is fully ensured when all the connectors are mated or all the caps are fitted.
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PowerSyntax series
PowerSyntax series
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Discover all products
Chain Pilot and Chain Pilot Box are part of the wider PowerSyntax family of connectors and accessories. Find out everything you need about PowerSyntax in the main website.
