Altronix AL400ULX Series Power Supply Charger Installation Guide

AL400ULX Series
Power Supply/Charger

AL400ULX Series Power Supply Charger

Models Include:
AL400ULX
– Single Output.
AL400ULPD4
– Four (4) Fuse Protected Outputs.
AL400ULPD8
– Eight (8) Fuse Protected Outputs.
AL400ULXPD16
– Sixteen (16) Fuse Protected Outputs.
AL400ULPD4CB
– Four (4) PTC Protected Outputs.
AL400ULPD8CB
– Eight (8) PTC Protected Outputs.
AL400ULXPD16CB
– Sixteen (16) PTC Protected Outputs.
For a red enclosure add an “R” suffix to the part #, e.g. AL400ULPD8R
Installation Guide

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:

Altron ix
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
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
AL40OULX AL400ULXX AL400ULXR
AL400ULPD4| PD4UL| 1| | 32V| 4
4| 3
3| 3.| 5A/
250V| 15A/
4| | 4.| 5A/
250V| 15A/
32V
AL400ULPD4CB| PD4ULCB| | ✓| 3.
AL400ULPD8| PD8UL| 8| ✓| | 4.| 5A/
250V| 15A/
32V
AL400ULPD8CB| PD8ULCB| | ✓| 3.
AL400ULXPD16| Two (2) PD8UL| 16| ✓| | 4.| 5A/
250V| 15A/
32V
AL400ULXPD16CB| Two (2)
PD8ULCB| | ✓| 3.

AL400ULPD4(CB) and AL400ULPD8(CB) are available in larger enclosure.
Add “X” to the model number (e.g. AL400ULXPD4/CB).

Agency Listings

All Units:
UL:
UL 294 – Access Control Systems
UL 603 – UL Listed for Power Supplies for use with Burglar-Alarm Systems.
UL 1069 – UL Listed for Hospital Signaling and Nurse Call Equipment.
UL1481 – UL Listed Power Supply for Fire Protective Signaling Systems.
Access Control Performance Levels:
Destructive Attack – I; Endurance – IV; Line Security – I; Stand-by Power – IV.
cUL: “Signal Equipment” Evaluated to CSA Standard C22.2 No.205-M1983.
AL400ULX(R), AL400ULXX(R) only:
CSFM – California State Fire Marshal Approved.
MEA – NYC Department of Buildings Approved.
AL400ULX(R) only:
FM – Factory Mutual Approved

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:

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
---|---|---|---
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.
Note:
Expected battery life is 5 years; however, it is recommended changing batteries in 4 years or less if needed.

LED Diagnostics

Power Supply Board

Power Distribution Module

Terminal Identification

Power Supply Board

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 21 VDC (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| Positive DC power outputs.
1N to 4N| | 1N to 8N| Negative DC power outputs.

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

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

Fig. 3a – PD8UL Power Distribution Board Non Power-Limited Outputs
Replace fuses with the same type and rating 3.5A/250V

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

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)
---|---|---|---
B112LP| Base| 0.12| 36
B114LP| Base| |
B404B| Base| |
D11100ACDC| Photoelectric| 0.15| 0.70
011100ACDCLP| Photoelectric| 0.15| 0.70
011100ACDCLPW| Photoelectric| 0.15| 0.70
D11400ACDC1| Ionization Duct| 25| 95
D11400ACDCP| 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/135° Thermal| 0.05| 50
2112/24TSRB| Photoelectric w/135° 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
2451111 (with/8402B Base)| Photoelectric| 0.10| 39
2W-MOD| Loop Test/Maintenance Mod.| 30| 50
4W-B (12/24 volt)| Photoelectric I;| 0.05| 23
4WT-B (12/24 volt)| Photoelectric P w/Therm| 0.05| 23
4WTA-B (12/24 volt)| P Photo w/Therm/Sounder| 0.05| 35
4WTR-B (12/24 volt)| P Photo w/Therm/Relay| 0.05| 35
4WITAR-B (12/24 volt)| P Photo w/lsolated Therm/Sounder/Relay| 0.05| 50
2W-MOD2| P Loop Test/Maintenance Mod.| 0.05|
RRS-MOD| I3Reversing Relay/Sync Module| 0.05| *
6424| Projected Beam| 10| 28.
Beam 1224(S)| Projected Beam| 17| 39.

A.2 Relays
Table A-2 below lists relays compatible with AL400ULX output.

PR-2
PR-3 EOLR -1| 15303030
| R-10T| 23
| R-14T| 23
| R-20T| 40
| R-24T| 40
System Sensor| R-10E| 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)

Altronix is not responsible for any typographical errors.
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