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INSTALLATION GUIDEA comprehensive guide to install Flex under carpet tile or on top of any flooring surface

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WARNING: RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK

• Read these assembly instructions prior to installation. • Flex must be anchored to the building floor for safe and proper use. Ensure use of proper anchors suitable for the application and environment. • The electrical supply connection to the building must be performed by a licensed electrician. Install per National Electric Code adopted in your location. • There are no user serviceable parts in this system. • Use provided hardware only. • Only use and install Flex in dry environments. • Do not place Top Cover seam directly over Power Hub terminals • Do not install this system over raised floors, across building expansion joints, or in areas where it will be subject to constant heavy loads. • For use with flooring materials between .1” and .35” (2.5mm-9mm ) thick. • Cap all unused connector openings with recommended termination system. • Power End Hub must be used to terminate power system. • Overall system length should not exceed 75’ (30m).

INSTALLATION BASICS

О Cut a 2” x 4” hole in your wall. О Find your Entrance Fitting and fish the flexible conduit through the hole. Fasten the plastic base to the floor. О Arrange your Powertracs and Power Hubs according to your layout. О Connect all modular components of the raceway together (ex. Powertracs and Power Hubs), and fasten the system to the floor with screws. Securely anchor the system at least every four feet using the holes provided. О At Receptacle Device or Hubcap locations, remove the “Remove Me” sticker from the Power Hub. Install the Receptacle Device, Hardwire Device or Hubcap as shown. О Completely surround the power distribution raceway with the transition ramping system. Position the transition ramping system down using some form of adhesive, and secure the ramps to the floor slab with 1/4” x 1 1/4” pin-drive anchors. О Trim the aluminum Top Cover and install in Powertrac between Receptacle Devices and Hubcaps. О Connect the flexible conduit to the building junction box. О Install carpet tile or suitable conformable flooring over the entire Flex assembly, cutting around devices.

REFER TO THE FOLLOWING PAGES FOR DETAILED INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY INFORMATION.


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Cut a 4” x 2” hole through the base of your wall, and bend the stud track inward.

CAVIT Y WALL

IN-WALL ENTRANCE FITTINGThis is the most common way to install Connectrac Flex - by passing all the cabling through a wall cavity.

NOTE! If you are installing Flex with a Walltrac Accessory, see page 05 for installation information.

TIP! Make sure to coordinate the placement of your opening with your furniture

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IN-WALLENTRANCE FIT TING

CONDUIT TO JUNCTION BOX

Use the metal screw holes on both sides to fasten plastic base to floor

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Connect Entrance Fitting, Powertracs, Power Hubs, Power End Hubs, and devices to complete theFlex raceway system. Once connected, securely install them using appropriate fasteners for your flooring. 3


In-Wall Entrance Fitting

Raceway System

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Power Hub These connect Powertracs. You can install power devices or Hubcaps into them.

Power End Hub A special hub that must be used at the end of each raceway.

Powertrac These come in various lengths. Make sure to coordinate the raceway with furniture in the space.

B

A

Z

Powertrac

Powertrac

Power Hub

PowerEnd Hub

B

For more information about Flex raceway system components , see page 15

Snap everything together... ... and fasten everything down.

*cl ick!**cl ick!*

Metal screw holes on bothsides to fasten plastic components to floor

Screw holes to fastenPowertrac to floor

SCAN FOR

INSTALL TIPS!


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When using a Walltrac kit, your Surface-Mounted Entrance Fitting is installed in the same way,except the conduit passes through aluminum extrusions mounted to the wall.

There are several variations of Walltracs - for more information, refer to the instructions includedwith your Walltrac kit.

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In-Wall Entrance Fitting

Raceway System

A

Power Hub These connect Powertracs. You can install power devices or Hubcaps into them.

Power End Hub A special hub that must be used at the end of each raceway.

Powertrac These come in various lengths. Make sure to coordinate the raceway with furniture in the space.

B

A

Z

Powertrac

Powertrac

Power Hub

PowerEnd Hub

BSCAN FOR

INSTALL TIPS!

For more information about Flex raceway system components , see page 15

Snap everything together... ... and fasten everything down.

*cl ick!**cl ick!*

Metal screw holes on bothsides to fasten plastic components to floor

Screw holes to fastenPowertrac to floor


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! Additional Powertrac Options These additional Powertrac options are installed exactly like everything else - snap them together and fas-ten them down!

Use the metal screw holeson both sides to fasten plastic

base to floor

*cl ick!*

*cl ick!*

Powertrac ExtenderExtend any Powertrac by 6”

Powertrac CornerConnect any two Powertracs

at a 90° angle


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If you are NOT installing a power device or Hubcap into a Hub, do not remove the sticker over the central terminals.

When installing a Receptacle Device or Hubcap into a Hub or End Hub, remove the sticker that says “remove me” to expose the terminals. Then securely fasten the device or Hubcap down using the screws indicated.

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Leave sticker ifNOT installing device

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Remove sticker ifinstalling device

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Align the device to the Power Hub, and press down firmly. Then, use the screws included to securely fasten the device to the Hub.5

Receptacle Device

Provides (4) NEMA 5-20R receptacles wired to oneor two of four available circuits. It can also be swapped at any time with Hubcap or other power device.

For more information, see page 24.

SCAN FOR

INSTALL TIPS!

Hubcap

This component covers a Power Hub to createan ADA-compliant, walkable surface.


SCAN FOR

INSTALL TIPS!

Hardwire Device

A junction box for connecting to systems furniture and other electrical applications. This provides 35.6 cubic inches of volume and (3) 1/2” knockouts to provide power where it’s needed.


NOTE: This device is not intended for use with any electrical wiring device such as power outlets / face-plates / switches.

SCAN FOR

INSTALL TIPS!


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After the Flex raceway system is installed, completely surround it with the transition ramps.

Use construction adhesive to position the transition ramps around the raceway.

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Secure the ramps to the floor slab with 1/4” x 1 1/4” pin-drive anchors.

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Some Flex installations use alternate transition ramps for installation on top of any flooring. Refer to instructions included with these ramp extrusions for more information.

Some Flex installation use Datatracs for added low-voltage capacity. Use the included data managementclips to organize the data cabling.

TIP! Pull slightly from one end of the cable as you are installing top cover to ensure proper installation.

See capacity information on page 31


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DO NOT place cut in aluminum Top Covers directly over this area.


Trim the aluminum Top Covers and install them into the Flex raceway system. Be careful not to align any Top Cover seams directly over the central terminals of a Power Hub. 7

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Alternate Installation Method The Connectrac Flex ramping system is very flexible! The “flat” area of the Powertrac raceway can be extended as far as you’d like, just put the standard Transition Ramps at the edges of an “island” of flooring: !

FILL WITH APPROPRIATE SUBFLOOR MATERIAL


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Connect the flexible conduit to junction box using wiring diagram below. 8

Install carpet tile over entire system. Trim the carpet around devices. 9

BARE

WHITEBLACKBLUEBLK-WHTPINKRED

GROUND

NEUTRAL 1LINE 1LINE 3NEUTRAL 2LINE 4LINE 2

CIRCUITONE

CIRCUITTWO

CIRCUITTHREE

CIRCUITFOUR

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IN-WALL ENTRANCE FITTING

Specifications

Description

MaterialPC PlasticGalvanized Steel

Country of OriginTaiwan

CompliancecULus Listed to US & Canadian Safety Standards

Entrance Fittings are quick connectors that power the entire Flex raceway by converting the building mains power to the Flex 4-circuit power system. The In-Wall Entrance Fitting starts at the wall and is used when power/data cabling is running INSIDE the wall. It is attached to a flexible steel conduit that is pre-wired and available in two lengths (15’, 30’).The flexible conduit includes a 1/2” knockout fitting and typically connects to a junction box in the wall or ceiling.

Ordering Information

Associated Part Number Description

Simply order the Flex Codes you need for your raceway, and we’ll provide your system’s detailed part numbers on your bill of materials (BOM) and packing list.

A1.15, A1.30

CT.A1.1-15.4c

CT.A1.1-30.4c

ENTRANCE FITTING 1. IN-WALL w/ 15’ pre-wired conduit. 4-circuit.

ENTRANCE FITTING 1. IN-WALL w/ 30’ pre-wired conduit. 4-circuit.

Flex Codes*

*See Flex Spec Guides for Flex Code specification instructions.

0.56”

0.47”

4”

4.6”


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SURFACE-MOUNTED ENTRANCE FITTING

Specifications




A2.3, A2.15, A2.30

CT.03-A2.1-03.4c

CT.03-A2.1-15.4c

CT.03-A2.1-30.4c

ENTRANCE FITTING 2. SURFACE-MOUNTED w/ 2’ Walltrac & 3’ pre-wired conduit. 4-circuit.







Description

Entrance Fittings are quick connectors that power the entire Flex raceway by converting the building mains power to the Flex 4-circuit power system. The Surface-Mounted Entrance Fitting starts at the wall and is used when power/data cabling is running OUTSIDE the wall. It is attached to a flexible steel conduit that is pre-wired and available in three lengths (3’, 15’, 30’). The flexible conduit includes a 1/2” knockout fitting and typically connects to a junction box in the wall or ceiling.

Flex Codes*

4”

4”

0.47”


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POWERTRAC

Measurements with Top Covers installed and typical data capacity shown:

B.ON seriesB.FX series(for installation under carpet tile) (for installation on top of any flooring surface)

Specifications

Description

Powertracs are pre-wired raceway segments available in five nominal lengths (2’, 3’, 4’, 5’, 6’) that come complete with Top Covers and Transition Ramps. Each Powertrac has modular connectors on each end that easily snap into an Entrance Fitting, Powertrac Extender, Powertrac Corner, Power Hub, or Power End Hub to build your Flex raceway.

0.66” 0.81”

4” 4”

0.43” 0.58”

0.6” 0.6”




B.FX series, B.ON series

CT.B.PT.4c.1-02

CT.B.PT.4c.1-03

CT.B.PT.4c.1-04

CT.B.PT.4c.1-05s

CT.B.PT.4c.1-06s

2’ RACEWAY POWERTRAC pre-wired straight segment. 4-circuit.






Flex Codes*




4”

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POWER HUB

Specifications

Description

A Power Hub provides access to power devices, such as a Receptacle Device. It also has modular connectors on each end that easily snap into a Powertrac or Powertrac Extender to build your Flex raceway.




B.HUB

CT.B.PH.4c.1 RACEWAY POWER HUB. Device connection point & Powertrac coupler. 4-circuit.


Flex Codes*

MaterialPC Plastic



4”

0.43”8”


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POWER END HUB

Specifications

Description

A Power End Hub MUST be used to end every Flex raceway. It provides access to power devices, such as a Receptacle Device, and has a modular connector on one end that easily snaps into a Powertrac or Powertrac Extender.




B.HUB

CT.B.PHE.4c.1 RACEWAY POWER END HUB. Required to finish any powered run. 4-circuit.


Flex Codes*

MaterialPC Plastic



4”

4”

0.43”


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Powertrac Corner

Specifications

Description

A Powertrac Corner connects Powertracs at a 90° angle. It also has modular connectors on each end that easily snap into a Powertrac or Powertrac Extender to build your Flex raceway.





CT.B.PT.4c-C90.1-FX

CT.B.PT.4c-C90.1-OM-DG

RACEWAY POWERTRAC CORNER: FLEX. 90 degree corner top cover & bottom. 4-circuit.

RACEWAY POWERTRAC CORNER: FLEX-ON/FLEX-MAX. 90 degree corner top cover & bottom. 4-ckt. DARK

GRAY.

Flex Codes*

MaterialPC PlasticPowder Coated Cast Aluminum

ColorDark Gray

Country of OriginTaiwanChina



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POWERTRAC EXTENDER

Specifications

Description

A Powertrac Extender adds 6” to any standard Powertrac length. On one end it has modular connectors that easily snap into a Powertrac or Powertrac Extender, and the other end has modular connectors that connect to an Entrance Fitting, Hub, or End Hub.





CT.B.PT.4c-EXT.1-0.5 0.5’ RACEWAY POWERTRAC EXTENDER. 6” Powertrac raceway extension. 4-circuit.

Flex Codes*

MaterialPC Plastic




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Specifications


Description

RECEPTACLE DEVICE

MaterialPC Plastic

ColorDark Gray




Power devices quickly snap into any Power Hub or Power End Hub. They are all interchangeable and can be hot-swapped when desired. A Receptacle Device is a NEMA 5-20R quad power device available in a single/split circuit with 4 circuit options.


C.PW1.11, C.PW1.22, C.PW1.33, C.PW1.44, C.PW1.12, C.PW1.34, C.PW1.14

CT.C.PW1.1-Q11-DG

CT.C.PW1.1-Q22-DG

CT.C.PW1.1-Q33-DG

CT.C.PW1.1-Q44-DG

CT.C.PW1.1-Q12-DG

CT.C.PW1.1-Q34-DG

CT.C.PW1.1-Q14-DG

CT.C.PW1cc.1-Q12-DG

CT.C.PW1cc.1-Q14-DG

CT.C.PW1cc.1-Q34-DG

POWER DEVICE 1. RECEPTACLE. 20A quad outlet. All circuit 1. DARK GRAY

POWER DEVICE 1. RECEPTACLE. 20A quad outlet. (2) circuit 1, (2) circuit 2. DARK GRAY






POWER DEVICE 1: TITLE 24 RECEPTACLE. 20A quad outlet. (2) circuit 1, (2) control ckt 2. DARK GRAY




Flex Codes*

5”

4”

1.2”


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HARDWIRE DEVICE

Specifications

Description

Power devices quickly snap into any Power Hub or Power End Hub. They are all interchangeable and can be hot-swapped when desired. A Hardwire Device is a 4-circuit monument that can be wired to connect to most furniture base feeds or other similar applications. This power device is not intended to have electrical components, such as power outlets/faceplates/switches, mounted directly to it.




C.PW2.4

CT.C.PW2.4c.1-DG POWER DEVICE 2. HARDWIRE MONUMENT. Connects to furniture base feed. 4-circuit. DARK GRAY.


Flex Codes*

MaterialPC PlasticPowder Coated Steel

ColorDark Gray


CompliancecULus Listed to US & Canadian Safety Standards4”

5”

2.73”


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HUBCAP

Specifications

Description

Power devices quickly snap into any Power Hub or Power End Hub. They are all interchangeable and can be hot-swapped when desired. A Hubcap is a power device that creates a walkable surface and makes power easily accessible for future needs.




C.HUBCAP

CT.C.DHC.1-FX-DG

CT.C.DHC.1-OM-DG

DEVICE HUBCAP: FLEX. Covers raceway in lieu of device. DARK GRAY.

DEVICE HUBCAP: FLEX-ON/FLEX-MAX. Covers raceway in lieu of device. DARK GRAY.


Flex Codes*

MaterialPowder Coated Cast Aluminum

ColorDark Gray

Country of OriginChina


4”

5”

0.08”


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DATA DEVICE

Specifications

Description

Data devices easily snap into a Powertrac or Datatrac. They can be installed anywhere on the raceway but look best when positioned next to power devices. The Flex system’s main Data Device is customizable and fits up to 8 low-voltage keystone modules.




C.DT2

CT.C.DT2.1-DG DATA DEVICE 2. DATA DEVICE. Fits up to (8) keystone modules. DARK GRAY.


Flex Codes*

MaterialPC Plastic

ColorDark Gray


4”

5”

1.2”


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TRANSITION RAMPS

Specifications

Description

Transition Ramps sit adjacent to a Powertrac or Datatrac, and help to transition the flooring material from the raceway to the surrounding flooring.




N/A - Contact us to order

CT.02-FM-SRS.1-03

CT.02-FM-SRS.1-06

3’ SIDE RAMP SET: FLEX/FLEX-MAX. (2) 3’ sets. [6 linear feet/3’ per side].

6’ SIDE RAMP SET: FLEX/FLEX-MAX. (2) 6’ sets. [12 linear feet/6’ per side].

Flex Codes*

MaterialMoisture-resistant MDF

Country of OriginUnited States


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END RAMPS

Specifications

Description

End Ramps sit at the end of a Powertrac or Datatrac, and help to transition the flooring material from the raceway to the surrounding flooring.





CT.02-FM-ER.1

CT.02-FM-ERF.1

END RAMP: FLEX/FLEX-MAX end-of-raceway transition ramps.

END RAMP FILLER: FLEX/FLEX-MAX raceway filler piece for ganging raceways.

Flex Codes*

MaterialPC Plastic



4”

15”


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TOP COVER

Measurements for both install options shown:


Specifications

Description

Top Covers are included with every Flex raceway order. They conceal and protect Powertracs, Powertrac Extenders, and Datatracs. Top Covers for the Flex under-carpet system are hidden under the carpet tile. Top Covers for the Flex on-floor system are visible on top of the flooring surface and are available in a standard Silver finish or an optional Dark Gray finish for an extra charge.

0.59” 0.74”

4” 4”





CT.01-TC-FX.1-03

CT.01-TC-OM.1-03-DG

CT.01-TC-OM.1-03-SV

CT.01-TC-OM.1-06-DG

CT.01-TC-OM.1-06-SV

3’ TOP COVER: FLEX/EXPRESS.

3’ TOP COVER: FLEX-ON/FLEX-MAX. DARK GRAY.

3’ TOP COVER: FLEX-ON/FLEX-MAX. SILVER.

6’ TOP COVER: FLEX-ON/FLEX-MAX. DARK GRAY.

6’ TOP COVER: FLEX-ON/FLEX-MAX. SILVER.


Flex Codes*

MaterialAluminum

Color (B.ON series only)Dark GraySilver


4”

L


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DATA CHANNEL

Measurements with typical data capacity shown:


Specifications

Description

Data channels can be ganged alongside the main Flex raceway to provide additional data capacity. Data channels include both a bottom Datatrac and a Top Cover. Each data channel typically holds up to 10 cables for our system installed under carpet tile and up to 18 cables for our system installed on top of flooring.

0.66” 0.81”

4” 4”

0.43” 0.58”





CT.01-DT.1-03

CT.01-DT.1-055

CT.01-DT.1-06

3’ DATATRAC.

5’ 6.5” [66.5”] DATATRAC.

6’ DATATRAC.


Flex Codes*

MaterialAluminum

Color - Top Cover(B.ON series only)Dark GraySilver


4”

L

3.53” 3.53”


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WIREWAY CAPACITY & DIMENSIONS

FLEX SYSTEM TECHNICAL GUIDE

Powertrac

Data Channel

Powertracs are pre-wired raceway segments available in five nominal lengths (2’, 3’, 4’, 5’, 6’) that come complete with Top Covers and Transition Ramps. Each Powertrac has modular connectors on each end that easily snap into an Entrance Fitting, Powertrac Extender, Powertrac Corner, Power Hub, or Power End Hub to build your Flex raceway.

Data channels can be ganged alongside the main Flex raceway to provide additional data capacity. Data channels include both a bottom Datatrac and a Top Cover. Each data channel typically holds up to 10 cables for our system installed under carpet tile and up to 18 cables for our system installed on top of flooring.

(Measurements with Top Covers installed and typical data capacity shown.)

B.ON series

B.ON series

B.FX series

FOR INSTALLATION UNDER CARPET TILE

FOR INSTALLATION UNDER CARPET TILE

FOR INSTALLATION ON TOP OF ANY FLOORING SURFACE

FOR INSTALLATION ON TOP OF ANY FLOORING SURFACE

B.FX series

(up to 4 cables)

(up to 10 cables)

(up to 6 cables)

(up to 18 cables)

0.43”

0.43”

0.58”

0.58”

0.6”

3.53”

0.6”

3.53”


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