PowerLink 4 (Central Europe)
by AbleNet
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What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026
The PowerLink 4 lets someone use a single switch to turn a plugged-in appliance on and off, such as a fan, a blender, or a battery-operated toy adapted for it. You choose how it responds from six modes, including a direct on-while-pressed mode, a timed mode that runs for 1 to 99 seconds or minutes, and a latch mode where one press turns the appliance on and the next turns it off. A built-in display makes it easy to set exact times, and a count mode shows how many times the switch was activated, which helps with tracking progress. This is the Central Europe version, and it takes any single switch, including AbleNet's wireless Big and Jelly Beamer switches. The outlets can power up to two appliances, and a two-switch mode requires both switches to be pressed, for shared or safer activation. It is only one piece of the setup, so you'll need a switch and an appliance to go with it.
Getting it
Try before you buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to get it
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Details
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- Addresses
- Platform
- Age range
- Complexity
- Professional guidance helps
- Price
- $330.00
- Funding
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What setup looks like
- Out of the box
- Plug the PowerLink into a wall outlet and plug your appliance into one of its outlets.
- Plug a switch into one of the two switch jacks and press it to test the appliance.
- With a guide
- Use the built-in display to pick a control mode and set the time for timed modes (1 to 99 seconds or minutes). Expect 15 to 30 minutes to try each mode.
- If you're using a wireless Big or Jelly Beamer switch, link it to the outlet following the manufacturer's steps. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
- With professional help
An OT or ATP can help choose the right switch, where to place it, and which mode fits the person's goals. This usually takes one session, plus follow-up to adjust modes as skills grow.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from AbleNet — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.