Power distribution unit for crypto mining applications
A compact three-phase power distribution in new power usage environments is presented including but not limited to a three phase power source; a three phase alternating current input port configured to receive three phase power from the three phase power source; a first, second and third input terminal on the three phase alternating current input port configured to receive a first, second and third phase of power from the three phase power source; a first output terminal configured to distribute the first phase of power from the three phase power source; a second output terminal configured to distribute the second phase of power from the three phase power source; and a third output terminal configured to distribute the third phase of power from the three phase power source.
1. A power distribution system for crypto mining applications, comprising:
a housing constructed of galvanized or cold rolled steel;
a three-phase alternating current input port configured to receive three-phase power from a power source;
a plurality of power strip sections, each power strip section comprising:
6 single phase 240 VAC outlets;
a 45 ampere, three-pole breaker electrically connected to the three-phase input;
cabling for distributing single phase 240 VAC power to each outlet;
a 20 ampere, single phase miniature circuit breaker electrically connected to each outlet;
a hinge to secure each power strip to a mining cabinet;
at least one steel raceway enclosing power cables, the raceway having:
a width and depth not exceeding 6 inches;
holes configured to mount each power strip section securely while sealing the power cable in;
a terminal block connected to the three phase input, from which cables are connected to the 45 ampere breakers in the power strip sections; a 3 foot service loop in each cable between the terminal block and each power strip; and
a strain relief securing the cable between the power strip and the raceway.
2. The power distribution system of claim 1 , wherein each power strip section has a height not exceeding 4 inches and a length not exceeding 36 inches.
3. The power distribution system of claim 1 , wherein the raceway is constructed of cold rolled steel and includes a lifting bracket mounted to a top of the housing.
4. The power distribution system of claim 1 , further comprising a bus bar assembly including: a first bus bar configured to connect a first phase input terminal to a first output terminal; a second bus bar configured to connect a second phase input terminal to a second output terminal; and a third bus bar configured to connect a third phase input terminal to a third output terminal.
5. The power distribution system of claim 4 , wherein each bus bar is a flat metal strip mounted on insulators within the housing.
6. The power distribution system of claim 1 , further comprising a neutral bar and a ground bar electrically connected to the system and secured within the housing.
7. The power distribution system of claim 1 , wherein the system includes a breaker panel configured to mount one or more 1-pole or 3-pole circuit breakers.
8. The power distribution system of claim 1 , wherein the input power is selected from the group consisting of 240 volts, 415 volts, and 480 volts.
9. The power distribution system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more LED pilot lights to indicate power.
10. The power distribution system of claim 1 , further comprising a cable isolation assembly including: a bottom isolation barrier constructed of 16 GA metal; a front bottom and top cover constructed of 14 GA metal; and a breaker cover constructed of 16 GA metal.