Powerbar 5.1 vs Powerhub-6D-PAB

4reason · 09/02/2016, 09:41 AM

So aside from socket vs terminal connections and 5 vs 6 switchable channels, are there any other functional/operational differences between the Powerbar and the Powerhub?

Jerel · 09/02/2016, 01:18 PM

I believe the 6D-PAB has been discontinued or unless you can still find one new/used.

4reason · 09/02/2016, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Jerel

I believe the 6D-PAB has been discontinued or unless you can still find one new/used.

Jerel, I think you are referring to the old Powerbar 6D-PAB, which is discontinued. I'm curious about the Powerhub which is a DIN rail mount version of the Powerbar. GHL has them for sale on their website. Or are they discontinued as well?

ReefRockerLive · 09/02/2016, 09:48 PM

The powerhub 6D-PAB is still in production.

Between the PB5.1 and the Powerhub, these are two separate devices which are used for different purposes. The GHL website has the info on both these products.

4reason · 09/03/2016, 08:47 AM

The GHL website is actually where I started but the description for the Powerhub is on the brief side.

"The digital switching module Power Hub–6D–PAB for ProfiLux 3 / 3.1 A / N / T (Ex) is addressed to professional users and primarily designed for use in control cabinets.

The digital switching module Power Hub–6D–PAB is addressed to professional users and primarily designed for use in control cabinets.

6 circuits can be switched independently, all channels are electrically isolated and switch up to 10 A / 240 VAC.

The device is designed for DIN rail mounting and offers screw terminals for the power supply (90 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz) and for relay connections.

Connected to PAB-Port of the ProfiLux. Daisy-chainable.

Maximum current in total / per socket: — / 15 A

Dimensions (LxWxH): 210 x 92 x 60 mm"

I guess specifically what I was hoping to find out on the Powerhub is if power consumption is measurable on individual channels and if firmware is upgradable? Haven't been able to find either of these points addressed anywhere, which could be my answer.

4reason · 09/03/2016, 10:50 AM

Firmware can be updated

Vinny@GHLUSA · 09/06/2016, 06:52 AM

Both devices are capable of monitoring power usage.

4reason · 09/06/2016, 09:05 AM

Awesome, thanks Vinny. Hope MACNA goes great!

fionaan · 03/12/2018, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 4reason

Jerel, I think you are referring to the old Powerbar 6D-PAB, which is discontinued. I'm curious about the Powerhub which is a DIN rail mount version of the Powerbar. GHL has them for sale on their website. Or are they discontinued as well?

I find one new

09/02/2016, 09:41 AM	#1
4reason Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 35	Powerbar 5.1 vs Powerhub-6D-PAB So aside from socket vs terminal connections and 5 vs 6 switchable channels, are there any other functional/operational differences between the Powerbar and the Powerhub?

09/02/2016, 01:18 PM	#2
Jerel Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Upper Marlboro, MD Posts: 109	I believe the 6D-PAB has been discontinued or unless you can still find one new/used. __________________ GHL ProfiLux 3.1T, Radion XR30 Pro & XR15 Pro, Skimz SM163, GHL Doser 2, EcoTech MP40wES-QD, Tunze 1073.050

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ReefRockerLive GHL Mitras LX7 Club Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT Posts: 2,454 Blog Entries: 1	The powerhub 6D-PAB is still in production. Between the PB5.1 and the Powerhub, these are two separate devices which are used for different purposes. The GHL website has the info on both these products. __________________ -ReefRockerLive Current Tank Info: Rimless 67g \| GHL Profilux 3.1T eX \| 2x GHL Doser 2 dosers \| 2xGHL Mitras LX7 LED \| Abyzz a100 \| Bubble King DC 150 \| 2x Vortech MP40w QD \| Fauna Marin Zeomatic 2.2ltr \| Fauna Marin Zeolight System \| Fauna Marin Balling Light Method

09/03/2016, 08:47 AM	#5
4reason Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 35	The GHL website is actually where I started but the description for the Powerhub is on the brief side. "The digital switching module Power Hub–6D–PAB for ProfiLux 3 / 3.1 A / N / T (Ex) is addressed to professional users and primarily designed for use in control cabinets. The digital switching module Power Hub–6D–PAB is addressed to professional users and primarily designed for use in control cabinets. 6 circuits can be switched independently, all channels are electrically isolated and switch up to 10 A / 240 VAC. The device is designed for DIN rail mounting and offers screw terminals for the power supply (90 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz) and for relay connections. Connected to PAB-Port of the ProfiLux. Daisy-chainable. Maximum current in total / per socket: — / 15 A Dimensions (LxWxH): 210 x 92 x 60 mm" I guess specifically what I was hoping to find out on the Powerhub is if power consumption is measurable on individual channels and if firmware is upgradable? Haven't been able to find either of these points addressed anywhere, which could be my answer.

09/03/2016, 10:50 AM	#6
4reason Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 35	Firmware can be updated

09/06/2016, 06:52 AM	#7
Vinny@GHLUSA Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 236	Both devices are capable of monitoring power usage.

09/06/2016, 09:05 AM	#8
4reason Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 35	Awesome, thanks Vinny. Hope MACNA goes great!