Altronix AL400UL3 Triple Output Power Supply and Charger Installation Guide

June 4, 2024
Altronix

AL400UL3
AL400UL3X
Triple Output Power Supply/Charger

Installation Guide
For a red enclosure add an “R” suffix to the part #, e.g. AL400UL3XR

Overview:

Altronix AL400UL3/AL400UL3X multi-output power supply/charger is specifically designed for use with access control, burglar alarm, fire and nurse call systems, and accessories. AL400UL3/AL400UL3X converts a 115VAC 60Hz input into three (3) individual power-limited outputs (see specifications).

Features:

Agency Listings:

  • UL Listed:
    **UL294* Access Control Systems
    UL603 Power Supplies for use with Burglar-Alarm Systems,
    UL1069 Hospital Signaling and Nurse Call Equipment,
    UL1481** Power Supplies for Fire Protective Signaling Systems.

  • cUL Listed:
    CSA Standard C22.2 No.205-M1983, Signal Equipment.

  • MEA – NYC Department of Buildings Approved.

  • CSFM – California State Fire Marshal Approved.

  • NFPA 72 Compliant (Fire-Protective Signaling Service).

Input:

  • Input 115VAC, 60Hz, 3.5A.
  • Input fuse rated @ 5A/250V.

Output:

  • Class 2 Rated power-limited auto-resettable output(s).

  • 1.75A continuous supply current at 5VDC.

  • 1.75A continuous supply current at 12VDC.

  • 1.5A continuous supply current at 24VDC.
    Burglar Alarm Applications (UL 603):
    12VDC = 10VDC-13.2VDC.
    24VDC = 20VDC-26.4VDC.

  • 100 mV p/p output ripple.

  • Output fuse rated @ 15A/32V.

  • Filtered and electronically regulated output(s).

  • Short circuit and thermal overload protection.

LED Indicators:

  • AC input, DC output and Battery LED indicators.

Battery Backup:

  • Built-in charger for sealed lead acid or gel type batteries.
  • Automatic switch over to stand-by battery when AC fails.
  • Maximum charge current 0.7A.
  • Zero voltage drop when switched over to battery backup.

Supervision:

  • AC fails supervision (form “C” contacts).
  • Low battery and battery presence supervision (form “C” contacts).

Additional Features:

  • Power supply, enclosure, cam lock and battery leads.

E nclosure Dimensions (H x W x D):
AL400UL3:
13.5” x 13” x 3.25” (342.9mm x 330.2mm x 82.6mm).
Accommodates up to two (2) 12VDC/7AH batteries.

AL400UL3X:
15.5” x 12” x 4.5” (393.7mm x 304.8mm x 114.3mm).
Accommodates up to two (2) 12VDC/12AH batteries.

*Access Control Performance Levels: Destructive Attack – I; Endurance – IV; Line Security – I; Stand-by Power – II.

Stand-by Specifications (total current shown)**:

Battery| 30 Minutes of Alarm (for Access Control)| 4 hr. of Stand-by and 5 Minutes of Alarm| 24 hr. of Stand-by and 5 Minutes of Alarm| 60 hr. of Stand- by and 5 Minutes of Alarm
---|---|---|---|---
7AH| Stand-by = 3.0A Alarm = 3.0A| –| –| –
12AH| –| –| Stand-by = 200mA Alarm = 3.0A| –
40AH| –| Stand-by = 3.0A Alarm = 3.0A| Stand-by = 1.0A Alarm = 3.0A| Stand-by = 300mA Alarm = 3.0A

** Current is measured between power supply and ALX3B board.

Installation Instructions:

Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code/NFPA 70/NFPA 72/ANSI, and with all local codes and authorities having jurisdiction. The product is intended for indoor use only.

  1. Mount the unit in the desired location. Mark and predrill holes in the wall to line up with the top two keyholes in the enclosure. Install two upper fasteners and screws in the wall with the screw heads protruding. Place the enclosure’s upper keyholes over the two upper screws, level and secure. Mark the position of the lower two holes. Remove the enclosure. Drill the lower holes and install the three fasteners. Place the enclosure’s upper keyholes over the two upper screws. Install the two lower screws and make sure to tighten all screws (Enclosure Dimensions, pgs. 7-8). Secure enclosure to earth ground. It is recommended to first review the following tables for screw terminals, switch selection and LED status indications. This will greatly facilitate installation hook-up.
    Carefully review:
    Stand-by Specifications (pg. 2)
    LED Diagnostics (pg. 4)
    Terminal Identification Table (pg. 4)

  2. Connect AC power (115VAC 60Hz) to the terminals marked [L, N] (Fig. 1, pg. 5). Green “AC” LED on the power supply board will turn on. This light can be seen through the LED lens on the door of the enclosure. Use 14 AWG or larger for all power connections. Secure green wire leads to earth ground. Use 18 AWG or larger for all power connections (Battery, DC output, AC input). Use 22 AWG to 18 AWG for power-limited circuits (AC Fail/Low Battery reporting). Keep power-limited wiring separate from non-power-limited wiring (115VAC / 60Hz Input, Battery Wires). Minimum 0.25” spacing must be provided. For Fire Alarm applications the outputs are “Special Applications” only, see list (refer to Appendix A, pg. 6).

  3. Measure output voltage before connecting devices. This helps avoid potential damage.

  4. Connect devices to be powered at 5VDC to the terminals marked [+ 5VDC –].

  5. Connect devices to be powered at 12VDC to the terminals marked [+ 12VDC –].

  6. Connect devices to be powered at 24VDC to the terminals marked [+ 24VDC –].

  7. Connect two (2) 12V Stand-by batteries.
    Note: For Access Control applications batteries are optional. When batteries are not used, a loss of AC will result in the loss of output voltage. Batteries must be lead acid or gel type if used. Use two (2) 12V stand-by batteries connected in series to the terminals marked [+ BAT –] (Fig. 1 , pg. 5).

  8. It is required to connect supervisory trouble reporting devices to outputs marked [AC FAIL, LOW BAT] (Fig. 1, pg. 5).
    Use 22 AWG to 18 AWG for AC Fail and Low Battery reporting. AC Failure will report in 5 minutes.
    Note: When used in fire alarms, burglar alarms, or access control applications, the “AC Fail” relay should be utilized to visually indicate that AC power is on. To delay the report for 6 hours cut the “AC Delay” jumper (Fig. 1, pg. 5).

  9. Please ensure that the cover is secured with the provided key lock.

Wiring:
Use 14 AWG or larger for all power connections.
Note: Take care to keep power-limited circuits separate from non-power- limited wiring (115VAC, Battery).

Maintenance:

Unit should be tested at least once a year for the proper operation as follows:
Output Voltage Test:
Under normal load conditions, the DC output voltage should be checked for proper voltage level (refer to Power Supply Voltage Output Specifications chart).
Battery Test:
Under normal load conditions check that the battery is fully charged, and check the specified voltage both at the battery terminal and at the board terminals marked [+ BAT –] to ensure that there is no break in the battery connection wires.
Note: Maximum charging current under discharge is 0.7A.
Note: Expected battery life is 5 years, however, it is recommended to change batteries in 4 years or less if needed.

LED Diagnostics:

AL400ULXB2 – Power Supply

Red (DC) Green (AC) Power Supply Status
ON ON Normal operating condition.
ON OFF Loss of AC. The standby battery is supplying power.
OFF ON No DC output.
OFF OFF Loss of AC. Discharged or no stand-by battery. No DC output.
Red (Bat) Battery Status
--- ---
ON Normal operating condition.
OFF Battery fail/low battery.

Terminal Identification:

AL400ULXB2 – Power Supply

Terminal Legend Function/Description
L, N 115VAC, 60 Hz
+ DC – 24VDC @ 3A total continuous output (supplies power to ALX3B).
AC Fail NC, C, NO Indicates loss of AC power, e.g. connect to audible device

or alarm panel.
The relay is normally energized when AC power is present. Contact rating 1A @ 28VDC.
Bat Fail NC, C, NO| Indicates low battery condition, e.g. no battery presence.
The relay is normally energized when DC power is present. Contact rating 1A @ 28VDC. Low battery threshold: 24VDC. Output threshold is set approximately @ 21VDC
+ BAT –| Stand-by battery connections. Maximum charge current 0.7A.

ALX3B – Power Output Module

Terminal Legend Function/Description
+ INPUT – 24VDC from the power supply (AL400ULXB2).
+ 24VDC – 24VDC @ 1.5A continuous power-limited output
+ 12VDC – 12VDC @ 1.75A continuous power-limited output.
+ 5VDC – 5VDC @ 1.75A continuous power-limited output.

Fig. 1
CAUTION: De-energize the unit prior to servicing.
For continued protection against the risk of electric shock and fire hazards replace the fuse with the same type and rating.
Do not expose to rain or moisture.

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Appendix A – UL Listed Compatible Devices
A.1 Four (4) Wire Smoke Detectors
Table A-1 below lists four (4) wire smoke detectors compatible with AL400UL3/AL400UL3X output.

System Sensor Smoke Detector/Base| Detector Type| Max Stand-by Current (mA)| Alarm Current (mA)
---|---|---|---
B112LP| Base| 0.12| 36
B114LP| Base| |
B404B| Base| |
DH100ACDC| Photoelectric| 0.15| 0.70
DH100ACDCLP| Photoelectric| 0.15| 0.70
DH100ACDCLPW| Photoelectric| 0.15| 0.70
DH400ACDCI| Ionization Duct| 25| 95
DH400ACDCP| Photoelectric Duct| 25| 95
1112/24/D| Ionization| 0.05| 50
1424| Ionization| 0.10| 41
1451 (w/B402B Base)| Ionization| 0.10| 39
2112/24ATR| Photoelectric| 0.50| 60/70
2112/24AITR| Photoelectric| 0.50| 60/70
2112/24/D| Photoelectric| 0.05| 50
2112/24T/D| Photoelectric w/135o Thermal| 0.05| 50
2112/24TSRB| Photoelectric w/135o  Thermal Supervisory Relay| 15| 45
2312/24TB| Photoelectric| 0.12| 50
2412 (12 volt)| Photoelectric| 0.12| 77
2424| Photoelectric| 0.10| 41
2451| Photoelectric| 0.10| 39
2451TH (with/B402B Base)| Photoelectric| 0.10| 39
2W-MOD| Loop Test/Maintenance Mod.| 30| 50
4W-B (12/24 volt)| Photoelectric I3| 0.05| 23
4WT-B (12/24 volt)| Photoelectric I3 w/Therm| 0.05| 23
4WTA-B (12/24 volt)| I3 Photo w/Therm/Sounder| 0.05| 35
4WTR-B (12/24 volt)| I3 Photo w/Therm/Relay| 0.05| 35
4WITAR-B (12/24 volt)| I3 Photo w/Isolated Therm/Sounder/Relay| 0.05| 50
2W-MOD2| I3 Loop Test/Maintenance Mod.| 0.05|
RRS-MOD| I3 Reversing Relay/Sync Module| 0.05|

6424| Projected Beam| 10| 28.4
Beam 1224(S)| Projected Beam| 17| 38.5

* Contact manufacturer for current draws.
A.2 Relays
Table A-2 below lists relays compatible with AL400UL3/AL400UL3X output.

Manufacturer Model Current (mA)
System Sensor PR-1

PR-2
PR-3
COLOR-1
R-10T
R-14T| 15
30
30
30
23
23
Manufacturer| Model| Current (mA)
---|---|---
System Sensor| R-20T
R-24T
R-10E
R-14E
R-20E
R-24E| 40
40
23
23
40
40

Enclosure Dimensions (BC300): AL400UL3
13.5” x 13” x 3.25” (342.9mm x 330.2mm x 82.6mm)

Enclosure Dimensions (BC400): AL400UL3X
15.5” x 12” x 4.5” (393.7mm x 304.8mm x 114.3mm)

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