Advantages:

• PDS and Dimension 4 workstations with PDS are UL tested for structure and safety. They are listed under Furniture UL 1286, File #E113928.
• PDS is cost-effective. The only effort required by an electrician is to connect the power up cable to the power source, thereby reducing installation costs.
• PDS accommodates both single — and double-sided stations.
• PDS receptacles are located on the inside and outside of the uprights for accessibility.
• PDS receptacles are flush with the uprights to facilitate accessory clearance.
• Receptacles snap in and out to accommodate changing electrical requirements.
• Redistribution of electrical usage can be accomplished by simply exchanging numbered receptacles for access to a different numbered circuit.
• PDS is easily expandable as workstation and facility requirements grow.

The unique PDS supplies three separate 20 amp electrical circuits within a workstation or workstation grouping for independently operated electrical equipment.

PDS contains the following components:

Pass-Through Blocks are the power distribution blocks located in the uprights to which the receptacles, power-ups and interconnects are connected. Pass-through blocks contain a universal connector pattern that acts as an electrical switchboard for all three circuits. The 48" upright has two pass-through blocks; the 60", 72" and 84" uprights each have three.

PDS Duplex Receptacles contain two standard 15 amp 3-prong outlets. There are three different receptacles. Each is designated with the number 1, 2 or 3, and each has a unique connector pattern that provides the appropriate connection for the designated circuit. All duplex receptacles work in any pass-through block.

The PDS Power-Up Cable is hard wired to the facility power as required to supply power to a bench or group of benches. IAC recommends having a qualified electrician make all electrical connections. After the power-up cable is connected to the power source, it is plugged into any available pass-through block. Normally, the pass-through block at the top of the upright is used for power-up cables dropped from the ceiling, and the pass-through block at the bottom of the upright is used for floor or wall power. Power-up cable is ordered separately, and is required for PDS use.

PDS Interconnect Cables are used to connect the circuitry in one upright to the circuitry in another upright within a workstation, running under the worksurface. Each standard PDS starter unit and add-on unit includes its own interconnect cable. Separate 48" interconnect cables must be ordered for corner configurations.

Bezel Trims are decorative cover plates, which are placed around the outside of the receptacles and are attached to the upright trim panel.

When planning in-line stations, amperage requirements must be calculated and proximity to power sources considered before determining what PDS components are needed.

Multiple in-line workstation applications will require an additional power-up cable if the demand on any individual circuit exceeds 20 amps. For additional information, please consult the factory.

PDS Pass-Through / Receptacle Location

* PDS locations on D4 workstations supplied with adjustable height worksurfaces are slightly different. The middle pass-through blocks are positioned higher on the uprights to accommodate worksurface travel. These "adjustable height" positions are illustrated above.