Eaton Tripp Lite Safe-IT UL 1363A Medical-Grade Power Strip for Patient Care Vicinities

Designed for the demanding needs of modern healthcare environments, the Eaton Tripp Lite Safe-IT UL 1363A Medical-Grade Power Strip delivers reliable power distribution right where it matters most. With four hospital-grade outlets, a built-in load monitor, antimicrobial housing, and safety covers, this power strip is engineered to support life-critical equipment attached to IV poles, mobile carts, crash carts, and portable medical workstations in patient care vicinities. It’s UL 1363A listed for hospital use, meaning it’s built to withstand the rigors of busy clinical settings while helping protect patients, clinicians, and devices. Its compact 2-foot cord length makes it ideal for tight spaces on carts and at bedside stations, reducing clutter and minimizing tripping hazards. In short, it combines rugged performance and hygienic design with intelligent safeguards to help you power essential devices with confidence in high-stakes environments.

• Four hospital-grade outlets: The PS-402-HG-OEMLM provides four NEMA 5-15R-HG hospital-grade receptacles, enabling you to power multiple essential devices from a single, centralized power source on IV poles, mobile carts, and patient-accessible workspaces.
• Load monitor for enhanced protection: A built-in load monitor helps you observe current draw and prevent overload scenarios, safeguarding connected devices such as infusion pumps, monitors, and other critical equipment from unexpected power spikes.
• Antimicrobial, easy-to-clean housing: The antimicrobial housing is designed to resist microbial growth and stands up to frequent disinfection, a vital feature for maintaining hygiene in patient care areas without compromising performance.
• Safety covers guard against dust and incidental contact: Removable or swing-type safety covers protect unused outlets, reducing contamination risk and keeping cleanliness levels high in busy clinical settings.
• Compact, flexible footprint with hospital-grade reliability: With a 2 ft (0.6 m) cord, this power strip fits neatly on carts, poles, and compact workstations while maintaining the robust, hospital-grade construction required for patient environments.

Technical Details of Eaton Tripp Lite Safe-IT UL 1363A Medical-Grade Power Strip

• Model: PS-402-HG-OEMLM
• Outlets: 4 hospital-grade NEMA 5-15R-HG receptacles
• Cord length: 2 ft (0.6 m)
• Plug type: NEMA 5-15P-HG (hospital-grade plug)
• Voltage/current rating: 125 VAC, 15 A (maximum load dependent on connected devices)
• Compliance: UL 1363A listed for medical environments
• Special features: Load monitor, antimicrobial housing, safety outlet covers
• Environment: Suitable for patient care vicinities such as IV poles, mobile carts, crash carts, and portable workstations

how to install Eaton Tripp Lite Series Safe-IT UL 1363A Medical-Grade Power Strip

Step 1: Identify a clean, dry mounting location on the cart, pole, or workstation where the power strip will have direct access to power while staying within reach of essential equipment. Avoid areas susceptible to splashes or excessive dust.

Step 2: Route the 2-foot hospital-grade cord to a grounded, medical-grade wall outlet that is rated for the expected load. Do not use extension cords or daisy-chain power strips with other outlets to preserve safety and compliance.

Step 3: Attach the power strip to the chosen mounting point if possible, ensuring it remains stable and does not obstruct wheels, doors, or drawers. Ensure the unit is oriented to minimize cable strain and to allow easy access to the outlets.

Step 4: Connect critical devices one by one to the four NEMA 5-15R-HG outlets, distributing load evenly across outlets and avoiding overloading any single circuit. Use the load monitor to observe cumulative current and stay within safe limits for the connected devices.

Step 5: Engage safety covers over any unused outlets when devices are not connected, to protect against dust ingress and incidental contact during routine cleaning and patient care procedures.

Step 6: After installation, verify that all equipment remains powered and that the power strip’s indicator signals are functioning normally. Maintain a routine cleaning schedule using approved disinfectants compatible with antimicrobial housing to sustain hygiene without harming the unit.

Step 7: Train staff and caregivers on proper usage, emphasizing the importance of not daisy-chaining power strips, monitoring load with the built-in monitor, and replacing the unit if any audible clicks, unusual heat, or indicator alarms appear.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What makes this power strip suitable for patient care vicinities?

  A: It combines four hospital-grade outlets, a dedicated load monitor, antimicrobial housing, and safety outlet covers within a UL 1363A-listed design, all focused on safe, reliable operation in busy clinical environments where hygiene and device protection matter most.

• Q: Does it provide surge protection?

  A: The description emphasizes hospital-grade outlets, load monitoring, and antimicrobial housing. It is designed for medical-grade power distribution and overcurrent protection through its integrated load monitor, but it is not marketed as a standalone surge protector. For surge protection needs, pair it with devices that explicitly provide surge protection compatible with medical-grade equipment.

• Q: How do I clean and maintain the antimicrobial housing?

  A: Use mild, hospital-grade disinfectants approved for use on antimicrobial surfaces. Wipe surfaces with a damp cloth and avoid abrasive cleaners that could degrade coatings. Regular cleaning helps reduce microbial load while preserving the unit’s protective features and longevity.

• Q: What is the length and why does it matter?

  A: The power strip has a 2-foot (0.6 m) cord, which is ideal for keeping equipment within reach on mobile carts and bedside stations without creating excess slack or clutter. The short cord minimizes cable hazards and supports tidy organization in compact healthcare spaces.

• Q: Which devices can be powered with this strip?

  A: It is designed to support a range of medical devices used in patient care vicinities, such as infusion pumps, patient monitors, communication devices, and other essential equipment that can be safely powered from standard hospital-grade outlets. Always observe the load monitor to prevent overloading the circuit.