Rako RAK-STAR Wired 16-Way Connection Unit for Star Wired Networks

Description

The Rako RAK-STAR is used when the Rakom CAT5 network is wired in a star, radial or home-run configuration.

• A wired connection unit allowing multiple CAT5 ‘star’ or ‘home run’ cables to be connected to the Rako wired network, generally for when the installer prefers to wire control panels in this fashion.
• The RAK-STAR also allows each ‘leg’ to be isolated making cabling fault identification easier.
• No additional power supply is required, the unit is fed from the RAK-LINK units via either the RJ11 sockets or the CAT5 network.

Connection for the CAT5 is via eighteen pairs of 4-way Krone punch down terminals. This allows for connection of the incoming and outgoing (if required) ‘daisy chain’ network plus sixteen star connections. With data out and return on each leg the RAK-Star provides an extention to the daisy chain network.

Each star connection can have up to 10 Rako devices connected with the common 15V power at the start of each leg reducing the volt-drop issues associated with long CAT5 runs. Each star connection has an isolation jumper for the 15V power to each leg and a switch to isolate the data. With most system faultfinding time being associated with cable and connection problems use of a RAK-Star box greatly reduces site time on larger networks.

Two RJ11 programming sockets within the unit allows system programming using the RASOFT software suite and connection of other Rakom accessories such as the WA-BRIDGE interface.

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Specification

Input Supply: Not required

Cat5 Output: 18 (2 used by network in & out connections)

Housing: Powder coated galvanised steel

Weight: 3kg

Climate Range: 
Temperature +2C to +40C
Humidity +5% to 90% non condensing

Rakom Cable Type: UTP CAT5e or CAT6

Rakom Terminals: Krone punch down

Standards: 
Emissions - EN61000-6-3 : 2001
Immunity - EN61000-6-1 : 2001

Communication: Rakom wired network

Dimensions

Product dimensions: W.193mm x D.253mm x H.110mm

Downloads

• Rako RAK-STAR Data Sheet PDF
• Rako RAK STAR Installation Instructions PDF

Delivery and warranty

Delivery usually in 1-2 weeks

  Supplied with a 3 year 'return to base' warranty

August factory shutdown

Lead times in July and August can be affected by European manufacturer summer shutdowns. Need it in a hurry? Let us know and we'll check availability for you.

About the manufacturer

Made in Britain, Rako smart lighting controls and systems are easy to use, easy to install & cost effective. Leading the way in providing state-of-the-art digital dimming technology, Rako provides innovative solutions for both wired systems (perfect for new build projects), wireless systems (ideal when it isn't possible to replace wiring) or a hybrid of both. 

Perfect for modern living, Rako systems can be easily controlled with tablets, smartphones and smartwatches. Set up lighting scenes that  allow you to select a pre-set lighting scene or change the mood lighting at the touch of a button. Rako offer a full suite of control panels, cover plates, control modules and dimmers, hubs and interfaces. If you're looking for fully integrated smart home mood lighting systems, you're in the right place.

Rako won the Smart Building Awards for Best Lighting Control product and the CEDIA EMEA Award for Best New Hardware for 2022.

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