1. Power Distribution Blocks

2. PDB - Introduction
Typically, PDB’s facilitate getting power from the Main (high ampacity) to the Load (low ampacity), while conforming to Codes and specs.
The “Primary” is the input side of the PDB and accepts large wires from the main switch.
The “Secondary” is the output side and can usually accommodate a lot of smaller wires that continue on to the loads.
Main Power
3-pole PDB’s
The new FSLBS has many advantages over the old LBS:
The terminals are rated for two wires, which is highly valued by OEM’s and panelbuilders.
The rotary versions can be operated from the front or the side. This one benefit alone eliminates the need for over 20 catalog numbers.
Fourth poles and auxiliary contacts can be added on the fly, utilizing the snap-on feature
Our standard selector-style handles have features like NEMA 4X and a defeater mechanism that require an expensive upgrade from ABB.
The same switch used for the back panel can be mounted on the door, with full access to the terminals, thanks to the side-operating feature and modular design
The most valuable feature is that we can now be aggressive and responsive with our pricing. Lets go after those big accounts!
Loads

3. There are Two types of PDB’s:
PDB - Introduction
There are Two types of PDB’s:
Finger-Safe
Open-style
The new FSLBS has many advantages over the old LBS:
The terminals are rated for two wires, which is highly valued by OEM’s and panelbuilders.
The rotary versions can be operated from the front or the side. This one benefit alone eliminates the need for over 20 catalog numbers.
Fourth poles and auxiliary contacts can be added on the fly, utilizing the snap-on feature
Our standard selector-style handles have features like NEMA 4X and a defeater mechanism that require an expensive upgrade from ABB.
The same switch used for the back panel can be mounted on the door, with full access to the terminals, thanks to the side-operating feature and modular design
The most valuable feature is that we can now be aggressive and responsive with our pricing. Lets go after those big accounts!

4. PDB - Introduction
We have many different open-style configurations in both Aluminum and Copper
Section I of our catalog shows Mini, Intermediate and Large Configs
The new FSLBS has many advantages over the old LBS:
The terminals are rated for two wires, which is highly valued by OEM’s and panelbuilders.
The rotary versions can be operated from the front or the side. This one benefit alone eliminates the need for over 20 catalog numbers.
Fourth poles and auxiliary contacts can be added on the fly, utilizing the snap-on feature
Our standard selector-style handles have features like NEMA 4X and a defeater mechanism that require an expensive upgrade from ABB.
The same switch used for the back panel can be mounted on the door, with full access to the terminals, thanks to the side-operating feature and modular design
The most valuable feature is that we can now be aggressive and responsive with our pricing. Lets go after those big accounts!

5. Our FSPDB is our Newest style
FSPDB - Introduction
Our FSPDB is our Newest style
The new FSLBS has many advantages over the old LBS:
The terminals are rated for two wires, which is highly valued by OEM’s and panelbuilders.
The rotary versions can be operated from the front or the side. This one benefit alone eliminates the need for over 20 catalog numbers.
Fourth poles and auxiliary contacts can be added on the fly, utilizing the snap-on feature
Our standard selector-style handles have features like NEMA 4X and a defeater mechanism that require an expensive upgrade from ABB.
The same switch used for the back panel can be mounted on the door, with full access to the terminals, thanks to the side-operating feature and modular design
The most valuable feature is that we can now be aggressive and responsive with our pricing. Lets go after those big accounts!

6. What is it?
Copper or aluminum block designed to provide a convenient method of splicing cable or splitting primary power into multiple secondary circuits.
Approved for use in UL 508A industrial control panels
Finger-safe providing protection against electrical shock

7. It replaces existing open style PDB’s
Finger-Safe PDBs
FS Open-Styles to be replaced
FSPDB1A
6310x, 6315x, 6705x
FSPDB1C
6210x, 6215x, 6605x
FSPDB2A
6313x, 6316x, 6319x, 6757x
FSPDB2C
6213x, 6216x, 6219x, 6657x
FSPDB3A
6703x, 6706x, 6708x, 6709x, 6751x, 6756x, 6758x, 6761x, 6763x, 6766x, 6767x
FSPDB3C
6603x, 6606x, 6608x, 6609x, 6651x, 6656x, 6658x, 6661x, 6663x, 6666x, 6667x
FSPDB4A
6700x
FSPDB4C
6600x
FSPDB5A
6740x, 6742x, 6752x, 6905x, 6906x, 6909x, 6912x, 6965x
FSPDB5C
6640x, 6642x, 6652x, 6805x, 6806x, 6809x, 6812x, 6865x

8. Wire sizes and ampacity for 75 C wire (Cu)
UL 508A
Size
Diameter
Amps 14 12 10 8 6 4 3 2 1
1/0
.070
.091
.112
.156
.193
.242
.270
.301
.343
.383 15 20 30 50 65 85
100
115
130
150
Size
Diameter
Amps
2/0
3/0
4/0
250 MCM
300 MCM
350 MCM
400 MCM
500 MCM
.428
.479
.536
.584
.638
.688
.735
.818
175
200
230
255
285
310
335
380

9. FSPDB Block configuration
Primary/line side
Secondary/load side
FSPDB1A, C
(1) 2/0 - #14 X (1) 2/0 - #14
FSPDB3A, C
(1) #6 & (1) 2/0 - #14
X (8) #2 - #14

10. Where is it sold? 508 PANEL SHOPS SYSTEMS INTEGRATORS OEM’s
ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS

11. Why is it Sold?
Easy way to splice or split cable in electrical panels and wiring circuits.
Sell as a replacement against open style blocks because it has added safety feature
Smaller than open style blocks
- Din rail mountable
- Captive termination screws
SCCR requirement for UL 508 panels

12. How Do You Sell It? Sell the features - High SCCR (100kA)
- Compact size, modular
- IP20 Finger-safe
- Din rail mountable
Sell FS services & tools
- Technical services
- Website
- Customer service after sale

13. FSPDB FEATURES UL Recognized to std. 1059 and CSA certified
600V rated, 175A to 840A
IP20 Finger-Safe protection per IEC529
Short circuit current rating 100kA
Multi wire approved
Compact footprint with snap-on DIN rail mounting
Captive termination screws
Multi-pole mounting capability

14. The Competition: Major features: - UL Recognized to std. 1059
- CSA Certified
- IP20 Finger-Safe per IEC 60529
- High SCCR (100kA)
- High strand count wire approval
(classes B, C, G, H, I, K, 1, 2, 5)
- Multi-wire approved
Marathonsp.com

15. Marathon Price Comparison

16. Marathon/FS Footprint comparison

17. The Competition: Major features:
- UL Listed to 1953 (service entrance spacing)
- CSA Certified
- CE per IEC
- IP20 Finger Safe per IEC 60529
- High SCCR (200kA)
- Multi-pole mounting capability
- Captive termination screws
- DIN rail or panel mounting

18. Bussmann Price Comparison

19. Bussmann/FS Footprint comparison