Rackmount and Portable Power Distribution for Production

Power strips and distribution units are fundamental components in any professional AV, theatre, or live sound setup, ensuring reliable and safe power delivery to critical equipment. This category encompasses a range of solutions, from robust rackmount power rails designed for permanent installations to versatile portable plug boards for temporary setups and on-the-go applications. For rack-mounted systems, options include horizontal power rails with multiple 10A outlets, often featuring surge protection, overload protection, and EMI/RFI filtering to safeguard sensitive electronics. Units like the SHOWTECHNIX RAC1200 offer 12 outlets in a 2RU form factor, while the RPR-6HMCB provides 6 outlets with an integrated 10A MCB circuit breaker for enhanced safety and control. These are vital for theatre technicians, AV engineers, and riggers managing complex equipment racks. Portable power solutions, such as the SHOWTECHNIX APB4 and PT6969SBE plug boards, provide convenient power distribution with overload and surge protection for stage, studio, or workshop environments. These units are designed for flexibility, allowing multiple devices to be powered from a single source, and often include features like wider-spaced outlets to accommodate bulky power adapters. For more demanding applications, the ONEstage SPD8 offers a 2RU rackmountable power distribution unit with a 50A 4-pole master breaker and 8 x 16A RCBOs, ideal for larger events and stage performances. Specialised units like the Radial Engineering RA-POWER-1 combine surge suppression with clean power conditioning, offering superior filtering against interference and robust protection for valuable electronic and audio equipment. Such devices are crucial for live sound engineers and production managers who require pristine power for optimal audio performance and equipment longevity.