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Rako RAK8-S
Rako RAK8-S
Rako RAK8-S

Rako

Rako RAK8-S

SKU RAK8-S

The Rako RAK8-S is an eight-channel switching RAK for non-dimmable loads such as lights, pumps and contactors, used in wired or wireless Rako systems. Its eight switched outputs are built in, so no cards are needed. Rako rates each channel at 300W of mains LED or 600W incandescent. It needs a RAK-LINK or RX-LINK.

Manufacturer: Rako
£1,098.00 inc VAT

Key features

Wired
  • RAK8 stack hardware for a cupboard install
  • 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-S

Its eight switched outputs are built in, so no cards are needed

RAK8 stack

The metalwork and bus for a RAK8 motherboard and cards, sat in a cupboard rather than in the ceiling.

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-S is

The Rako RAK8-S is an 8-channel switching board for central control of non-dimmable loads. Unlike the RAK8-MB, it has fixed switched outputs rather than card slots.

Where it sits in a Rako system

It needs a RAK-LINK in a wired system or an RX-LINK in a wireless one. With a link unit it can form a stack of up to 32 circuits or four RAK boards; an RX-LINK is limited to 16 channels. See the Rako RAK system.

Ratings and limits

  • Mains LED (GU10, B22, E14, G8): 300W per channel
  • Incandescent: 600W per channel
  • Transformers (MR16, GU5.3, halogen): 300W per channel, cos Φ 0.6 or better
  • Motors (fan, pump): 1A per channel (1/3 HP fan)

Power and connection

It runs from 230V AC 50Hz and needs a 10A Type B MCB. Each output has a 5A fuse, with a 15A main fuse. It communicates over RS485 with RAKs, RX-LINK and RAK-LINK. Rako's RAK8-S instruction manual covers installation, which should be done by a competent electrician.

Fitting

Wall mounted. It measures 193 x 253 x 110mm, weighs 3.5kg and operates from +2°C to +40°C.

Questions

Can the Rako RAK8-S dim lights?

No. It switches non-dimmable loads. Use a RAK8-MB with dimmer cards for dimming.

What can each RAK8-S channel switch?

Up to 300W of mains LED, 600W incandescent, 300W of transformer load or a 1A motor.

Does the RAK8-S need a link unit?

Yes: a RAK-LINK for wired systems or an RX-LINK for wireless systems.

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.