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Rako RAK8-MB
Rako RAK8-MB
Rako RAK8-MB – dimension drawing, lid, side and end

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Rako RAK8-MB

SKU RAK8-MB

The Rako RAK8-MB is an eight-slot motherboard for central lighting control, taking up to eight Rako control cards in any combination. Each slot becomes a dimming, switching or blind channel depending on the card fitted. It works in wired or wireless Rako systems and needs a link unit. Cards are sold separately, such as the WMT-400.

Manufacturer: Rako
£600.00 inc VAT

Key features

Wired
  • Eight slots for Rako control cards
  • Mix dimming, switching and blind cards in one stack
  • Wired Rako system
  • Run from the keypad; the Rako app needs an RK-HUB or WK-HUB
Product details Manual
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Why Rako RAK8-MB

Each slot becomes a dimming, switching or blind channel depending on the card fitted

Eight slots

One motherboard takes up to eight cards, so a cupboard stack can mix dimming, switching and blinds.

In the cupboard

Central lighting control, away from the ceiling void. The keypad on the wall still runs the room.

Keypad scenes

Evening, cooking, goodnight: the scene is stored in the system, and this stack does the work.

What the Rako RAK8-MB is

The Rako RAK8-MB is an 8-channel motherboard in a powder-coated galvanised steel case. It accepts the WMT-400, WML-300, WDA-600, WMS-600 and WM-CUB cards. For eight switched outputs without cards, see the RAK8-S.

Where it sits in a Rako system

It needs a RAK-LINK in a wired system or an RX-LINK in a wireless one. A RAK-LINK serves up to four RAK8-MBs (32 circuits); an RX-LINK serves up to two. Programming is stored on the motherboard, so cards can be swapped without reprogramming. See the Rako RAK system.

Ratings and limits

  • Eight card slots
  • Load per channel: set by the card fitted
  • Up to four RAK8-MBs per RAK-LINK, or two per RX-LINK

Power and connection

It runs from 230V AC 50Hz and needs a separate 10A Type B MCB-protected supply; it has an internal 15A fuse. It communicates with its link unit over RS485. Rako's RAK8-MB instruction manual covers installation, which should be done by a competent electrician.

Fitting

Wall mounted vertically so the ventilation works. It measures 208 x 256 x 110mm, weighs 3kg and operates from +2°C to +40°C.

Questions

Does the Rako RAK8-MB include control cards?

No. Cards are bought separately and fitted in any combination.

Does the RAK8-MB need a RAK-LINK or RX-LINK?

Yes, one or the other: RAK-LINK for a wired system, RX-LINK for a wireless system.

How many circuits can one stack control?

Up to 32, with four RAK8-MBs on one RAK-LINK.

Rako app

Scenes from the keypad, and from the phone

This product sits in a Rako system. The keypad on the wall runs the room. With an RK-HUB or WK-HUB, the same scenes also run from the free Rako app.

  • Room scenes from the keypad on the wall
  • App control once an RK-HUB or WK-HUB is on the network
  • Voice, timers and holiday mode from the Hub
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The Rako app is published by Rako, and needs an RK-HUB or WK-HUB with firmware 3.7.6 or later.