Overview

RX Series Surge Protection in a Twenty Amp, Three Step Sequencer

The CQ 1520-RX combines reliable AC power sequencing with the proven performance of the Juice Goose RX Series surge protection and filtration.

Each CQ Series product contains the circuitry needed for sequenced activation and plug-and-play coordination with other CQ Series models or RC Series accessories. All power up and power down sequences are performed automatically. Commands are passed from one CQ Series unit to the next.

The CQ 1520-RX is a single space rack mount device featuring 7 AC power outputs on the rear of the chassis with a combined rating of 20 amps . One output is unswitched. The remaining 6 outputs are grouped into 3 Power Pods of two outputs each. Each Power Pod is an individual sequence event. All outputs have premium, RX Series surge protection and line noise filtration.

Because the CQ 1520-RX is a self contained sequencing circuit, it can be the master or slave in a power sequencing system. Eight wire RJ-45 cable can be connected to this unit's Signal Input and/or Signal Output connectors to link it's operations with other CQ or control devices.

This product features LEDs on the front of the chassis for real time monitoring of the sequencing functions. Individual LEDs light when power is applied to its power pod.

Proven Power Protection

Published test results prove the effectiveness of the power protection circuitry contained in the CQ 1520-RX and other RX Series based products.

This RX power protection technology is particularly valuable because it works against common mode as well as normal mode events. While it protects against dramatic surge events of up to 6,000 volts at 3,000 amps on hot and neutral (normal mode), it also limits ground line (common mode) surges to one-half (0.50) volt to prevent operating faults of digital processing equipment.

Power protection circuitry in the CQ 1520-RX includes a differential transformer, lots of filtering capacitance and control circuitry providing protection from dangerous surges, high frequency interference, building wiring faults and over voltage. RX technology is proven to deliver protection comparable to an isolation transformer. Click here to see RX Series test results.

LED Function

A blue/red flashing Processor LED indicates the continuing operation of the circuit and logic that controls and drives the sequencer while protected from power line surges between line and neutral. In the unlikely event of failure of the RX protection circuitry the Processor LED on the front of the CQ will blink red. Should that happen, contact Juice Goose: 713-772-1404, info@juicegoose.com. Individual blue "Pod" LEDs are tied to the output of each of the sequencer relays. Each Pod LED lights when its relay latches.

Processor LED Function: Blue/Red Flashing = Sequencer and Surge Protection OK. Blinking Red = Sequencer OK, Surge Protection Failure. Solid Blue or Off = Sequencer Failure

Sequence Timing Adjustment

For CQ Series products, standard delay time between sequence up and sequence down events is 2 seconds. That can be adjusted in the CQ 1515 by changing position of two DIP switches located on the main control circuit board. Timing options are 2 seconds (standard), 10 seconds, 20 seconds and 30 seconds. Detailed instructions about making those changes are included in the CQ Series Manual.

Twenty Amp Rating

The 20 amp capacity of this unit requires it to be assembled with a 20 amp circuit breaker, 12 gauge power cable and a NEMA 5/20P plug at the end of the power cord. This plug can be inserted into any AC receptacle with a 20 amp rating.

Specifications

• Chassis: Tour Class (tm) 16 gauge steel with 11 gauge rack mount brackets
• Dimensions: 1.75”H x19”W x 7”D
• Weight: 10 lbs
• Circuit Breaker (thermal on back of the chasis): 15A or 20A
• AC Power Filtration @ 30 MHz: 80dB Common Mode, 60dB Normal Mode
• Transient Energy Absorption: 1,020 Joules
• Max AC Surge Let Through: 10 Volts Normal Mode, 1/2 Volt Common Mode (Ground)
• Number of Sequence Events: Three
• Power Input (seven foot power cord): 12/3 SJ with 5/20P or 14/3 SJ with 5/15P
• Power Output: six sequenced 5/20R or 5/15R and one unswitched 5/15R
• Input Voltage: US standard (120 VAC @60Hz)
• Signal Connections: RJ-45, eight wire cable
• Monitor LED Features
  • POD 1,2,3: Blue indicates power activation
  • Processor
    • Blue/Red Blinking: Sequencer and surge protection are functioning
    • Red Blinking: Surge protection fault
    • Solid Blue or Off: Sequencer fault