Updating a Sensor Pack (Original?) that has 6 50a outlets to one that has 12 stagepin outlets

Hi Guys,

 

Would it be possible to "update" the outlets on the back of my older Sensor Dimmer? What I mean is, would it be possible to change out the outlet panel on the back of the pack?

Also, would it be possible to get the Sensor 3 retrofit kit to work on these really old racks?

 

I believe it's the generation where the control card is the classic, but not sure...

 

The top panel looks exactly like this one from 4Wall*:

http://www.usedlighting.com/122/etc-12-x-2-4k-sensor-pack

 

*Except for the fact that pack has the 20A dimmer modules.....and 20A stagepin outlets

 

Thanks guys!

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  • It is possible to update the Pack to Sensor3.  If you want to also change the backpanel, I would suggest that between parts and labor you may be approaching the cost of a new pack. We are happy to discuss this further with you and also your local dealer can quote you both options so you can make a decision based on the cost differential.

    Jake Dunnum

    Dimming Product Manager

    Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.

  • I'm assuming it's a little more complex then unscrewing the back panel, loosening the terminals to the outlets, and rewiring the outlets to the terminals?

    Are the insides of a 50A rack not the same to a 20A stagepin rack?

    As a compromise, would it be possible to just dimmer double the circuits to get 12 outlets?  

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  • You cannot dimmer double with a 50a dimmer as all the wiring and devices are 20a rated, thus you have no code compliant over-current protection.  

    As well the interior slot for a 50a dimmer is different from a 20a and 100a, to prevent a 50a dimmer to be used in a slot that has wiring designed for a 20a circuit.  There are tabs on the interior of where the module installs that get configured for the assorted dimmer sizes.  That all would need to be changed.  

    Steve B.

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