PowerBOX 4Kx - Intelligent Power Strip with Remote LAN Control

PowerBOX 4Kx is an intelligent power strip that allows remote control of four devices. Each output socket can be individually turned on or off via the web interface. Thanks to its open API architecture, integrating it with systems from other manufacturers using various protocols (JSON, Modbus/TCP, SNMP, MQTT-flex, Telnet, etc.) is extremely easy.

Additionally, the device accurately measures electrical parameters (A, W, kWh, TPF) on each output, ensuring precise monitoring of energy consumption. With the secure NETIO Cloud service, outputs can be controlled from anywhere in the world.

Benefits and Features

1. Remote Control: Each device connected to the strip can be independently turned on or off remotely via the web interface, allowing for efficient power management.

2. Integration with Other Systems: With its open API architecture, the device is compatible with many protocols, facilitating integration with other systems.

3. Measurement of Electrical Parameters: The strip accurately measures electrical parameters on each output, enabling control and monitoring of energy consumption.

4. Industrial Applications: PowerBOX 4Kx is suitable for industrial applications, operating in a wide temperature range, supporting software updates over the network, retaining the last output state before power-off, and switching relays at zero current (ZCS).

5. Scheduling On/Off: Ability to schedule operating times for each output, allowing for automatic turning on and off of devices at specified days and times.

6. Remote Control via Mobile App: Control the strip using the NETIO Mobile 2 app both in the local LAN and via the NETIO Cloud service.

Check Online Demo

• http://powerbox-4kx.netio-products.com/#
• Login: demo
• Pass: demo

Technical Specifications

• Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +65°C
• Software can be updated remotely
• Measurement of Electrical Parameters on each output: current [A], power [W], energy [Wh], power factor TPF [%], phase [°]
• Supports various communication protocols, including JSON, Modbus/TCP, SNMP, MQTT-flex, Telnet, and many others
• Ability to group outputs and control them collectively
• Secure NETIO Cloud service for remote control

PowerBOX 4Kx is an intelligent power strip that allows for efficient power management in various applications, from IT to lighting and multimedia devices. With its advanced features and precise measurement of electrical parameters, it is an excellent tool for controlling and optimizing energy consumption in different environments.

Typical Applications

• IT Infrastructure: Remote restart of devices in a 19” rack in a data center
• AV Equipment: Multimedia equipment turned on/off from a central system or multimedia control panel.
• Diagnostics of connected devices through measurement of their energy consumption (3D printer, laboratory equipment, ...)
• Lighting: Control of additional lighting from a central system
• Conference Rooms: Turning off unused equipment
• Digital signage or AV (audio video): NETIO supports drivers for most systems

Technical Specification

• LAN (RJ45): Yes
• Wi-Fi: No
• Online Demo: Yes
• Network: Built-in network server
• FW Update: Yes (via web interface)
• Mobile App: NETIO Mobile2 (Android)
• Cloud Connection Required for Installation: No
• Control Button: Yes
• Service: NETIO Cloud (paid service)

Open APIs (M2M protocols)

• Modbus/TCP
• MQTT-flex
• Telnet
• HTTP API interface URL
• JSON over HTTP
• XML over HTTP
• SNMP v1/v3
• HTTP Push XML
• HTTP Push JSON

Lua Support: No

Schedule Function: Yes

IP WatchDog Function: No (planned)

Email Sending: No

Event Log: Yes (internet)

Electrical Measurements

• 4x current [A]
• 4x Consumption [Wh]
• 4x Output power [W]
• 4x TPF (true power factor)
• 4x Phase [°]
• 4x Reverse energy [Wh]
• Frequency [Hz]
• Voltage [V]
• Accuracy: better than 1% (25°C)
• Power Consumption: “x” in the model number “4Kx” specifies the plug type
• Output Power: “x” in the model number “4Kx” specifies the socket type (4 sockets)
• Number of Controlled Outputs: 4
• Electrical Measurements: Yes
• Number of Measured Outputs: 4

Available Electrical Socket Versions

• Type F - DE schuko – PowerBOX 4KF (230V/16A)
• Type E – FR – PowerBOX 4KE (230V/16A)
• Type G – UK – PowerBOX 4KG (230V / 13A)

Internal Consumption: Max. 1-2 W

SPD - Surge Protection: Yes, type 3

Switching Element: SPST-NO relay, ZCS

ZCS (Zero Current Switching): Yes

IOC (Output State Independent of Hardware Firmware Updates): Yes

PowerUp Output State: On / Off / LAST state

Charge Delay: Yes

Material

• Mechanical: aluminum profile
• PowerBOX 4KE, 4KF: 320 x 66 x 63 mm + 1.6 m cable
• PowerBOX 4KG: 368 x 66 x 63 mm + 1.6 m cable
• Protection: IP30
• Sound Output: No

Temperature Range: -20°C to +65°C/10A

Design and Manufacturing: European Union (Czech Republic, Prague)