About the Juice Goose CQ3000 30A Power Distribution System with Remote Control Capability
The Juice Goose CQ3000 is a high-amperage, professional power distribution and sequencing system designed to manage and protect large-scale electrical loads in critical audio, video, broadcast, and industrial installations. Engineered for systems demanding up to 30 amps of continuous power, this unit consolidates distribution, sequencing, and protection into a centralized, rack-mountable chassis. Its primary function is to automate the startup and shutdown of multiple equipment banks—preventing massive inrush currents that can trip breakers or damage gear—while providing robust surge suppression and noise filtration. The system is ideal for large equipment racks, mobile production trucks, performance venues, and data centers where multiple high-wattage amplifiers, servers, or processing units must be powered reliably and safely.
A core feature of the CQ3000 is its remote control capability, allowing the entire power system to be activated or deactivated via a dry contact closure, low-voltage trigger, or network command. This enables seamless integration with facility automation systems, touch panels, or security systems. The front panel includes a master power switch, status indicators for each sequenced outlet bank, and metering for voltage and current draw, providing real-time feedback on system health. The unit incorporates the "CQ" series' signature sequencing logic, powering up sensitive control electronics first, followed by high-draw equipment after adjustable time delays, and reversing the order upon shutdown.
Housed in a heavy-duty 2U or 3U steel rack-mountable enclosure, the CQ3000 is built to handle continuous high-current operation. It features multiple outlet banks, often a mix of NEMA and IEC receptacles, to accommodate diverse equipment types. By combining high-capacity power distribution, intelligent sequencing, remote control, and integrated protection, the Juice Goose CQ3000 serves as the central nervous system for power management in large, complex installations, ensuring operational safety, equipment longevity, and simplified control.