Cartek 8 Channel Power Distribution Panel - Retro Edition
 
INTRODUCTION
The CARTEK Power Distribution Panel is a fully integrated, fully electronic solution to power distribution in race and rally cars. Designed to replace 8 Fuses, Relays and Switches as well as a variety of control systems, these units therefore greatly simplify the wiring, reducing build time, saving weight and maximising reliability.
HOW IT WORKS
The Power Distribution Panel takes +12V power directly from the Battery then distributes this to all of the electrical systems around the car. All 8 power outputs from the Power Distribution Panel are controlled from the front panel Pushbuttons or from external switches and inputs. All 8 Power Outputs are fully protected with 6 selectable current settings thereby completely removing the need for fuses or circuit breakers. The Function of each Channel is also selectable from a choice of 8 different Functions.
OPERATION
After configuring the Power Distribution Panel each Channel is operated by pressing the relevant front panel Pushbutton or by external signals such as from ECU or separate external switches (See details later). Above each pushbutton is a Status LED : No LED = Channel OFF. - LED on = Channel ON. - LED flashing = Over-current or short-circuit detected. On power up all channels perform a system reset which is indicated by all 16 LEDs flashing twice.
FEATURES
8 User Configurable Channels (no Laptop required)
Selectable current settings of 5, 10 or 15 Amps. Combine two channels together for 20, 25 or 30 Amps
Selectable Functions such as: 
 
Momentary action (Starter Motor, Washer Pump etc)
Latching (with memory)
Latching (without memory)
Latching with Time Delay (Heated Screen)
Flashing (Indicators etc)
Toggling (Headlights High Beam/Low Beam)
0v Momentary action (use as ordinary switch for ECU Map etc)
 
Over Current and Short Circuit Protection - no Fuses or Relays needed.
Multi coloured Label Sheet included for full customisation.
2 Back light settings as standard.
8 Momentary Switch Inputs - allowing any channel to be operated by an additional switch or the Cartek Wireless Control System.
8 ECU Inputs - allows the ECU to turn on channels such as Fuel Pumps.
4 Dedicated function inputs - Flash Input for Lights, Wash Input for Wipers, Wiper Park position etc.
SPECIFICATION
Size:
W=140 mm, L=145 mm
Weight:
450g
Rear Connectors:
AMP 1-776231-1,
M6 Stud for Power Input 
Operating Voltage:
6-12v
Total Output Current:
80 (Continuous)
Current Settings:
0A, 5A, 10A, 15A, 20A, 25A, 30A
Power Outputs:
8
ECU Inputs:
8
Switch Inputs/Outputs:
8
Battery Isolator XR Signal Inputs:
1
Operating Temperature:
-10 -+85 degrees C
Wiper Control:
Dedicated Wiper module with park position input.
Back Light:
Low and High power settings
Environmental Protection:
Front and Rear Gaskets, protection from Dirt.
Part Numbers:
CK-PDP-08
 
Connector & Crimps/Flying Leads Available On Separate Listing