Altronix AL400ULX Series AL400ULPD4CB Power Supply and Charger Installation Guide

June 4, 2024
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Altronix AL400ULX Series AL400ULPD4CB Power Supply and Charger

Overview

Altronix AL400ULX is a power supply that converts a 115VAC, 60Hz input to a 12VDC or 24VDC regulating output (see specifications below). The AL400ULX is a base power supply unit for the UL Listed multi-output power supply/charger series: AL400ULPD4, AL400ULPD4CB, AL400ULPD8, AL400ULPD8CB, AL400ULXPD16, AL400ULXPD16CB (Refer to AL400ULX Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart below).

AL400ULX Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart








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Model Number

| Accessory Power Distribution Module(s)| Number of Outputs| Fused Outputs| PTC Outputs (auto-resettable)| 12VDC Total Output Current (A)| 24VDC Total Output Current (A)| Output Rating (A) per Output| Power Supply Input Fuse Rating| Power Supply Output Fuse Rating| ****







Agency Listings

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UL Listings and File Numbers

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| UL File # S4707

UL 294*

UL Listed for Access Control

System Units.

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UL 603

UL Listed for Power Supplies for Use with Burglar-Alarms Systems.

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UL 1069

UL Listed Hospital Signaling and Nurse Call Equipment.

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UL 1481

UL Listed for Power Supplies for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

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“Signal Equipment” Evaluated to

CSA Standard C22.2 No.205-M1983

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AL400ULX AL400ULXX AL400ULXR

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1

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4

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3

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2.5

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5A/

250V

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15A/

32V

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NYC         California

Dept. of        State Fire

Buildings        Marshal

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Factory Mutual Approved

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AL400ULPD4

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PD4UL

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4

| ✓| ****

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3.5

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5A/

250V

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15A/

32V

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AL400ULPD4CB| ****

PD4ULCB

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| ✓| ****

2.5

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AL400ULPD8| ****

PD8UL

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8

| ✓| ****

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4

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3

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3.5

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5A/

250V

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15A/

32V

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AL400ULPD8CB| ****

PD8ULCB

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| ✓| ****

2.5

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AL400ULXPD16| Two (2) PD8UL| ****


16

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3.5

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5A/

250V

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15A/

32V

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AL400ULXPD16CB| Two (2) PD8ULCB| ****

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2.5

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Access Control Performance Levels:

Destructive Attack – I; Endurance – IV; Line Security – I; Stand-by Power – IV. AL400ULPD4(CB) and AL400ULPD8(CB) are available in larger enclosure. Add “X” to the model number (e.g. AL400ULXPD4/CB).

Specifications

Input:

  • Input 115VAC, 60Hz, 3.5A.

Output:

  • Class 2 Rated power-limited output(s).
  • 12VDC or 24VDC selectable output(s).
    • Burglar Alarm Aplications (UL 603):
    • 12VDC = 10VDC-13.2VDC.
    • 24VDC = 20VDC-26.4VDC.
  • 4A total supply current at 12VDC or
    • 3A total supply current at 24VDC.
  • Filtered and electronically regulated output(s).
  • Short circuit and thermal overload protection.

Supervision:

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

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.

LED Indicators:

  • AC input, DC output and Battery LED indicators.

Additional Features:

  • Power supply, enclosure, cam lock and battery leads.
  • All models are available in red enclosure (add an “R” suffix to the part #, e.g. AL400ULPD8R).

Power Supply Output Specifications

Output Switch Position
12VDC SW1 – ON
24VDC SW1 – OFF
  • OFF – 24V
  • ON – 12V

Stand-by Specifications (total current shown)

Output| 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
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12VDC / 40AH Battery| Stand-by = 4.0A Alarm = 4.0A| Stand-by = 1.0A Alarm = 4.0A| Stand-by = 300mA Alarm = 4.0A
24VDC / 12AH Battery| –| Stand-by = 200mA Alarm = 3.0A| –
24VDC / 40AH Battery| Stand-by = 3.0A Alarm = 3.0A| Stand-by = 1.0A Alarm = 3.0A| Stand-by = 300mA Alarm = 3.0A

Fig. 1 – AL400ULX Series

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

CAUTION: When power supply board is set for 12VDC use only one (1) 12VDC stand-by battery. Keep power-limited wiring separate from non power-limited. Use minimum 0.25″ spacing.

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. Product is intended for indoor use only.

  1. Mount 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 two 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. 11, 12). Secure enclosure to earth ground.

  2. Set the unit to the desired DC output voltage by setting SW1 (Fig. 1c, pg. 4) to the appropriate position
    (Power Supply Output Specification Chart, pg. 3).

  3. Secure cabinet to earth ground. Connect AC power (115VAC, 60 Hz to the terminals marked [L, N] (Fig. 1, pg. 4). Green “AC” LED on 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 (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.
    CAUTION: Do not touch exposed metal parts. Shut branch circuit power before installing or servicing equipment. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer installation and servicing to qualified service personnel.
    For Fire Alarm applications the outputs are “Special Applications” only see list (refer to Appendix A, pg. 8). For other devices contact Underwriters Laboratories to ensure compatibility.

  4. Measure output voltage before connecting device. This helps avoiding potential damage.
    When servicing the unit, AC mains should be removed.

  5. Connect devices to be powered:
    a. For AL400ULX Power Supply: connect devices to the terminals marked [+ DC –] (Fig. 1, pg. 4).
    b. For other Power Distribution Models: connect devices to be powered to the terminal pairs 1 to 4 marked [1P & 1N] through [4P & 4N] (Fig. 2a & 2b, pg. 7) or 1 to 8 marked [1P & 1N] through [8P & 8N] (Fig. 3a & 3b, pg. 7), carefully observing correct polarity.

  6. For Access Control applications batteries are optional. When batteries are not used, a loss of AC will result in the loss of output voltage. When the use of stand-by batteries is desired, they must be lead acid or gel type. Connect one (1) 12VDC battery to the terminals marked [+ BAT –] for 12VDC operation.
    Use two (2) 12VDC batteries wired in series for 24VDC operation.

  7. Connect appropriate signaling notification devices to AC FAIL & BAT FAIL (Fig. 1a, pg. 4) supervisory
    relay outputs.
    Note: When used in fire alarm, burglar alarm or access control applications, “AC Fail” relay should be utilized to visually indicate that AC power is on. To delay report for 6 hours cut “AC Delay” jumper
    (Fig. 1b, pg. 4).

  8. 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 the proper voltage level (Power Supply Voltage Output Specifications Chart, pg. 3).
Battery Test: Under normal load conditions check that the battery is fully charged, check 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 discharges is 0.7A. Expected battery life is 5 years; however, it is recommended changing batteries in 4 years or less if needed.

LED Diagnostics

Power Supply Board

Red (DC) Green (AC) Power Supply Status
ON ON Normal operating condition.
ON OFF Loss of AC. Stand-by battery 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
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ON Normal operating condition.
OFF Battery fail/low battery.

Power Distribution Module

Green Power Distribution Module Status
ON Normal operating condition.
OFF No Power Output.

Terminal Identification

Power Supply Board

Terminal Legend Function/Description
L, G, N Connect 115VAC 60Hz. to these terminals: L to Hot, N to Neutral. Do

not use the [G] terminal.
+ DC –| 12VDC @ 4A or 24VDC @ 3A continuous power-limited output.


AC Fail NC, C, NO

| Indicates loss of AC power, e.g. connect to annunciator/alarm panel. Relay normally ener- gized when AC power is present. Contact rating 1A @ 28VDC. AC Fail condition will report approximately within one (1) minute after loss of AC. To delay report for 6 hours cut jumper J1 on the Power Supply Board (AC trouble output delay option). If this mode is selected, the Power Supply Board must be reset by removing all power to it for 30 seconds.


Bat Fail NC, C, NO

| Indicates low battery condition, e.g. connect to alarm panel. Relay normally energized when DC power is present. Contact rating 1A @ 28VDC. Low battery conditions will report approximately 21VDC (24VDC output setting) or approximately 10.5VDC (12VDC output

setting). Battery presence detection will report approximately 1 minute after battery remains undetected (missing or removed).

+ BAT –| Stand-by battery connections. Maximum charge current 0.7A.

Power Distribution Module

Terminal Legend Function/Description
PD4UL/PD4ULCB PD8UL/PD8ULCB
1P to 4P 1P to 8P
1N to 4N 1N to 8N

Power Distribution Module(s)

Fig. 2a – PD4UL Power Distribution Board Non Power-Limited Outputs

  • Replace fuses with the same type and rating 3.5A/250V

  • DC Output to devices From Power Supply

  • 1P-4P Power Outputs, Board

  • 1N-4N Common Outputs (Factory Installed)

Fig. 2b – PD4ULCB – Power Distribution Board Class 2 Power-Limited Outputs

  • DC Output to devices From Power Supply
  • 1P-4P Power Outputs, Board
  • 1N-4N Common Outputs (Factory Installed)

Fig. 3a – PD8UL Power Distribution Board Non Power-Limited Outputs

  • Replace fuses with the same type and rating 3.5A/250V

  • DC Output to devices From Power Supply

  • 1P-8P Power Outputs, Board

  • 1N-8N Common Outputs (Factory Installed)

Fig. 3b – PD8ULCB – Power Distribution Board Class 2 Power-Limited Outputs

  • DC Output to devices From Power Supply
  • 1P-8P Power Outputs, Board
  • 1N-8N Common Outputs (Factory Installed)

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 AL400ULX output.

System Sensor Smoke Detector/Base| Detector Type| Max Stand-by Current (mA)| Alarm Current (mA)
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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 AL400ULX output.

Manufacturer Model Current (mA)
  PR-1 15
  PR-2 30
System Sensor PR-3 EOLR-1 30

30

 | R-10T| 23
 | R-14T| 23
Manufacturer| Model| Current (mA)
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 | R-20T| 40
 | R-24T| 40
System Sensor| R-10E R-14E| 23

23

 | R-20E| 40
 | R-24E| 40

Enclosure Dimensions (BC300):
AL400ULX, AL400ULXR, AL400ULPD4, AL400ULPD4CB, AL400ULPD8, AL400ULPD8CB
13.5” x 13” x 3.25” (342.9mm x 330.2mm x 82.6mm)

Enclosure Dimensions (BC400):
AL400ULXX, AL400ULXXR, AL400ULXPD4, AL400ULXPD4CB, AL400ULXPD8, AL400ULXPD8CB, AL400ULXPD16, AL400ULXPD16CB
15.5” x 12” x 4.5” (393.7mm x 304.8mm x 114.3mm)

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