63Amp Socapex Distro

Built for real world touring and production use, this 63A three phase Socapex distro is designed for reliable power distribution to lighting and stage loads, including rigs that end up behind LED screens, on platforms, or outdoors where equipment still needs to keep working.

24 channels, protected properly

This unit provides 24 Socapex channels in total, delivered via 4 ShowSafe 19 pin Socapex outputs. You also get 6 × 16A outlets for local kit such as control gear, networking, work lights, or small practical loads. It’s a genuinely useful setup because you can run the rig and still have convenient power nearby without dragging out another board.

Why this is different to one RCD for everything

Many Socapex distros put all channels behind a single RCD. That can be a problem because one earth fault, or enough normal background leakage across multiple connected devices, can trip the whole lot.

On this unit, each Socapex channel has its own two pole Type A, C curve RCBO. If one channel develops a fault, only that channel trips, so the rest of the rig stays live. It also helps avoid nuisance tripping caused by leakage adding up across lots of connected fixtures and drivers.

IP rated distro, because your fixtures already are

In the last couple of years we’ve seen a huge increase in IP rated fixtures (IP44, IP65, IP67 and beyond)… but plenty of power distribution on stages is still effectively “best kept dry”.

This is exactly why this unit exists. When the weather turns, or when that one leak appears in the exact wrong place (it always seems to), you shouldn’t need someone sprinting around with tarpaulin, plastic bags, and a roll of gaffer trying to protect the power.

This distro is built to handle real conditions and provides IP44 protection when both Socapex outputs are connected, so you can get on with the show rather than babysitting the electrics..

Variable RCD option on the 32A three phase output, with key bypass

The 32A three phase output can be supplied with a variable RCD system, giving you a practical way to suit different loads and site conditions instead of being locked into a single setting.

• Adjustable trip sensitivity from 30 mA up to 10 A
• Selectable time delay from instantaneous up to 10 seconds
• Key controlled bypass, so only the keyholder can bypass RCD protection when required by a competent person
• Clear indication when bypass is active, so it is obvious what state the protection is in

This makes the 32A three phase output ideal for feeding sub distribution or motor power where the connected load can change job to job.

Touring friendly construction

The enclosure is made from impact resistant polypropylene, chosen for hard wearing use with strong chemical and corrosion resistance. It is designed to handle life on the road, whether it is used bare or installed into a flightcase.

Enclosure dimensions: 542 x 490 x 450 mm (height x width x depth)

Key specs 

• Supply: 63A three phase input with 63A loop through
• Socapex: 4 ShowSafe 19 pin outlets providing 24 channels total
• Local outlets: 6 × 16A for control gear and essentials
• Protection: 24 individual two pole Type A, C curve RCBO protected Socapex channels
• Bypass: 32A three phase output: optional variable RCD system with key bypass
• Indication Green LED indication on outputs and channels so it is obvious what is live at a glance
• Phase rotation indication to catch supply issues before they become a problem
• IP rating: IP44 when Socapex outputs are connected
• Enclosure: impact resistant polypropylene 542 x 490 x 450 mm (height x width x depth)