Deta X7 / PDL 600

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SirHumphreyAppleby

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#303419 8-Feb-2023 20:34

I usually install PDL 600 series products when I can, but I was looking for a vertical unswitched double socket (PDL only seems to do a horizontal version). I didn't find what I was looking for on the Bunnings site, but I did find a few Deta X7 series products that look nearly identical to the PDL 600 series. Does anyone have experience with these?

I am particularly interested in knowing how the build quality and finish compares to the PDL, and if they are compatible with PDL plates and modules. I did contact Deta (Arlec) to confirm compatibility, but their response didn't exactly instill much confidence... "It should however we have not tested this."

pih

649 posts

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#3033735 8-Feb-2023 21:13

Deta and Arlec electrical plugs and sockets are crap. Nothing like the PDL range, but that's why they're so cheap compared to PDL. I find their sockets tend to be less smooth to plug in (clicks, jams occasionally rather than slide smoothly), sometimes don't hold the pins as snugly, and just generally don't have as good fit and finish. But if it's a one-off, and there's nothing else that fits the bill then go for it.

EDIT: sorry, was thinking about earlier Deta series. I highly doubt the two are compatible, but having compared them side by side, I can't say for sure.

Daynger

435 posts

Ultimate Geek

#3036135 13-Feb-2023 19:17

Deta and arlec are literal bottom of the barrel garbage.

Its a copy of the 600 series, but how close, if Deta themselves wont say yes its very likely a no.

SirHumphreyAppleby

2844 posts

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#3038734 18-Feb-2023 17:52

I ended up buying a couple of the power points. The quality seems quite good. Visually, there is little difference from the PDL 600 and the switch modules look identical from the rear. I'm only intending to use these in network cabinets so they won't see regular use, nor will they be carrying much current. For high use areas, I will stick to PDL 600 until these have proven themselves.

I didn't buy any units with switches to confirm module compatibility. I may get the version with the extra switch, pop out the switch and run a fibre connection through it as I've already allocated all the slots on the patch panel for RJ45 connectors.

Pilbromatic

20 posts

Geek

#3171383 13-Dec-2023 12:35

If it's any help to anyone, I've just tested this and can confirm that PDL600 mechs fit perfectly into Deta X7 plates. Specifially, I mounted RJ45 sockets.