Track Lighting
PowerTrip
Introducing PowerTrip, a current limiting device designed for use with Lytespan®, Radius® Basic® and Advent® Track. It works by minimizing the impact of state and federal legislation governing the use of track lighting systems.
PowerTrip Specification Sheets
PowerTrip
Under Title 24 of the California Energy Code, ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1 or IECC Section 805.14, the actual wattage of fixtures on a given circuit track is often exceeded by the higher value of the "default" load as defined in the code. By requiring the use of the default load for power consumption calculations these codes penalize the use of energy efficient halogen, fluorescent, and CMH light sources on track in many instances.
How It Works
PowerTrip replaces standard Live-End and In-Line track power feeds and is just as easy to install. PowerTrip connectors contain a miniature electromagnetic circuit breaker that limits the current load on the track to a specified amperage/wattage. Exceeding the rating of the PowerTrip device by increasing fixture wattage or count breaks the circuit and shuts off power to the track. Remove the excess load, reset the PowerTrip breaker, and power is restored to the track.

How To Select
Total the wattage (including ballast input wattage if applicable) of all fixtures that will be used on each circuit of track. Determine the default wattage as stipulated by the applicable code; either 45 watts per linear foot of track in CA, or 30 watts per square foot (all other states). If the actual load is higher than the default load the PowerTrip is not required. If the default load is higher than the actual load, select the PowerTrip kit that exceeds but is closer to the actual load.



How to order
PowerTrip is a two-part system. Choose the PowerTrip Connector that best suits the power feed requirements of the installation, either Live-End or In-Line. Next choose the PowerTrip Breaker Module as shown in "How to select" above. Order both components separately.


  • +/- 35% tolerance to prevent nuisance tripping
  • Built-in 30 second time delay
  • Rocker reset switch with red "off" indicator Surface or junction box mount
  • T-Bar compatible for direct feed
  • Connectors accept one or two breaker modules
  • UL Listed
 
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