Altronix eFlow104NK1 eFLOW Dual Output Power Supply/Charger Kit Installation Guide

eFlow104NK1
Dual Output Power Supply/Charger Kit The fully assembled kit includes:
– (1) eFlow104N – Power Supply/Charger
– (1) VR6 – Voltage Regulator
Installation Guide Rev. 104NK1_041818

Overview:

Altronix eFlow104NK1 dual output power supply/charger kit converts a 120VAC, 60Hz input into one (1) 5VDC or 12VDC selectable output at up to 6A supply current and one (1) 24VDC output. It also offers a suite of features that includes fire alarm disconnect, overvoltage protection, and low power disconnect which prevents deep discharge of stand-by batteries.

| UL Listings for US Installations:
UL 294 – UL Listed for Access Control System Units.
UL 603 – UL Listed for Power Supplies for Use with Burglar-Alarms Systems.
UL 1481 – UL Listed for Power Supplies for Fire Protective Signaling Systems.
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| UL Listings for Canadian Installations:
ULC-S318-96 – Power Supplies for Burglar Alarm Systems. Also suitable for Access Control.
****| European Conformity

Stand-by Specifications:

**** Battery| Burg. Applications 4 hr. Stand-by/ 15 min. Alarm| Fire Applications 24 hr. Stand-by/ 5 min. Alarm| Access Control Applications Stand- by
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7AH| 0.4A/10A| N/A| 5 Mins./10A
12AH| 1A/10A| 0.3A/10A| 15 Mins./10A
40AH (for eFlow104NX refer to Fig. 8, pg. 10)| 6A/10A| 1.2A/10A| Over 2 Hours/10A
65AH (for eFlow104NX refer to Fig. 8, pg. 10)| 6A/10A| 1.5A/10A| Over 4 Hours/10A

Specifications:

Input:

• 120VAC, 60Hz, 4.5A.

Output:

• Two outputs:
  – Selectable 5VDC or 12VDC output;
  – 24VDC output.

• 5VDC @ 6A continuous and 24VDC @ 8A continuous or
  12VDC @ 6A continuous and
  24VDC @ 6A continuous

•  Auxiliary Class 2 power-limited output rated @ 1A (unswitched).

• Overvoltage protection.

Battery Backup:

• Built-in charger for sealed lead acid or gel-type batteries.
• Maximum charge current 1.0A.
• Automatic switch over to stand-by battery when AC fails.
  Transfer to stand-by battery power is instantaneous with no interruption.

Fire Alarm Disconnect:

• Supervised Fire Alarm disconnect (latching or non-latching) 10K EOL resistor. Operates on a normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) trigger.
• AC fails supervision (form “C” contacts).
• Battery fail & presence supervision (form “C” contacts).

Supervision:

• Low power shutdown. Shuts down DC output terminals if battery voltage drops below 71-73% for 12V units and 70-75% for 24V units (depending on the power supply).  Prevents deep battery discharge.

Visual Indicators:

• Green AC Power LED indicates 120VAC present.
• AC input and DC output LED indicators.

Additional Features:

• Short circuit and overload protection.
• The unit is complete with a power supply, enclosure, battery leads, and cam lock.

Enclosure Dimensions (approximate H x W x D):
13.5” x 13” x 3.25”
(342.9mm x 330.2mm x 82.6mm).

Installation Instructions:

Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code/NFPA 70/NFPA 72/ANSI, The Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and with all local codes and authorities having jurisdiction. The product must be located indoors within the protected premises.

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 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, pg. 9). Secure the enclosure to earth ground.
2. Connect unswitched AC power (120VAC, 60Hz) to terminals marked [L, N] (Fig. 1a, pg. 5). Use 14 AWG or larger for all power connections. Secure green wire leads to earth ground. Keep power-limited wiring separate from non-power-limited wiring (120VAC 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 the list (refer to Appendix A, pg. 8).
3. Measure output voltage before connecting devices. This helps avoid potential damage.
4. Select VR6’s output voltage (5VDC or 12VDC) using switch [S1] (Fig. 3a, pg. 6).
5. Connect devices to be powered: a. For 24VDC connect device(s) to terminals marked [– DC +] on eFlow104NB (power supply board) (Fig. 1h, pg. 5, Fig. 3, pg. 6). b. For 5VDC or 12VDC connect device(s) to terminals marked [+ OUT –] on VR6 (Fig. 3b, pg. 6) Carefully observe correct polarity. For auxiliary device connection, this output will not be affected by Low Power Disconnect or Fire Alarm Interface. Connect the device to terminals marked [+ AUX –] (Fig. 1f, pg. 5).
6. For Access Control applications batteries are optional. When batteries are not used, a loss of AC will result in the loss of the output voltage. When the use of stand-by batteries is desired, they must be lead acid or gel type. Connect the battery to terminals marked [– BAT +] (Fig. 1g, pg. 5). Use two (2) 12VDC batteries connected in series for 24VDC operation (battery leads included) Use batteries – Castle CL1270 (12V/7AH), CL12120 (12V/12AH), CL12400 (12V/40AH), CL12650 (12V/65AH) batteries or UL recognized BAZR2 batteries of an appropriate rating.
7. Connect appropriate signaling notification devices to AC FAIL & BAT FAIL (Fig. 1b, pg. 5) supervisory relay outputs.
8. To delay AC reporting for 2 hrs. set dip switch [AC Delay] to OFF position (Fig. 1c, pg. 5). To delay AC reporting for 1 min. set dip switch [AC Delay] to ON position (Fig. 1c, pg. 5). Note: Must be set to ON position for Burglar Alarm Applications.
9. To enable Fire Alarm Disconnect set the dip switch [Shutdown] to the ON position (Fig. 1c, pg. 5). To disable Fire Alarm Disconnect set the dip switch [Shutdown] to the OFF position (Fig. 1c, pg. 5).
10. Trigger terminals are end of a line resistors supervised (10k ohms). Opening or shorting trigger terminals will cause [DC] output to shut down (Fig. 1d, pg. 5).
11. Place a jumper for non-latching FACP. A momentary short on these terminals resets FACP latching [Trigger EOL Shutdown] (Fig. 1e, pg. 5).
12. For Access Control Applications: mount UL Listed tamper switch (Altronix model TS112 or equivalent) at the top of the enclosure. Slide the tamper switch bracket onto the edge of the enclosure approx. 2” from the right side (Fig. 3, pg. 6). Connect the tamper switch wiring to the Access Control Panel input or the appropriate UL Listed reporting device.

Wiring:
Use 18 AWG or larger for all low-voltage power connections.
Note: Take care to keep power-limited circuits separate from non-power- limited wiring (120VAC, Battery).

Maintenance:

The 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 eFlow104NK1: 24VDC nominal rated @ 10A max.
Battery Test: Under normal load, conditions check that the battery is fully charged, check the specified voltage (24VDC @ 26.4) both at battery terminal and at the board terminals marked [– BAT +] to ensure that there is no break- in in the battery connection wires.
Note: Maximum charging current under discharges is 1.54A.
Note: Expected battery life is 5 years, however, it is recommended to change batteries in 4 years or less if needed.

LED Diagnostics:

Power Supply/Charger

Terminal Identification:

Power Supply/Charger

power-limited) (Fig. 1a, pg. 5).
– DC +| 24VDC nominal @ 10A continuous output (power-limited output) (Fig. 1h, pg. 5).
Trigger EOL Supervised| Fire Alarm Interface trigger input from a short or FACP. Trigger inputs can be normally open and normally closed from an FACP output circuit (power-limited input) (Fig. 1d, pg. 5).
NO, GND RESET| FACP interface latching or non-latching (power-limited) (Fig. 1e, pg. 5).
+ AUX –| Auxiliary Class 2 power-limited output rated @ 1A (unswitched) (Fig. 1f, pg. 5).
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 @ 30VDC (power-limited) (Fig. 1b, pg. 5).
**** Bat Fail NC, C, NO| Indicates low battery condition, e.g. connect to the alarm panel. The relay is normally energized when DC power is present. Contact rating 1A @ 30VDC.
A removed battery is reported within 5 minutes.
Battery reconnection is reported within 1 minute (power-limited) (Fig. 1b, pg. 5).
– BAT +| Stand-by battery connections. Maximum charge current 1.54A (non- power-limited) (Fig. 1g, pg. 5).

Voltage Regulator

Fig. 1 – eFlow104N Board Configuration

Trouble/Time Limited Warning of Stand-by Batteries:
For compliance with ULC S318-96, the Time Limited Warning circuit must be connected for local or remote annunciation with an Amber or Red LED to indicate DC Trouble (low battery, loss of battery, or when 95% of the stand-by battery has been depleted). Connect the circuit to the Batt Fail relay contacts to an appropriate input of a UL Listed Burglar Alarm or Access Control Panel. The following figure shows the circuitry needed for local annunciation.

Fig. 2 – Battery trouble indication
For Canadian use, a red indicating lamp must be visible from the exterior of this enclosure.
Wire one leg of a UL Listed, power-limited power source to the indicating lamp.
Wire the second leg of the power source to the indicating lamp in series with the battery fail relay contact terminals marked [BAT FAIL – C, NO] (Fig. 2, pg. 5).

Fig. 3 – eFlow104NK1 Configuration

Optional Rechargeable Stand-by Battery for UL294 Applications.
Note: 12V batteries are required for UL603, UL1481, and Canadian installations.| Optional Rechargeable Stand-by Battery for UL294 Applications.
Note: 12V batteries are required for UL603, UL1481, and Canadian installations.
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CAUTION: The power supply board is factory set for 24VDC. Use two (2) 12VDC stand-by batteries.
Keep power-limited wiring separate from non-power-limited. Use minimum 0.25″ spacing.
7AH Rechargeable batteries are the largest batteries that can fit in this enclosure. non-power-limited A UL Listed external battery enclosure must be used if using 12AH, 40AH, or 65AH batteries.

NEC Power-Limited Wiring Requirements for eFlow104NK1:
Power-limited and non-power-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the cabinet. All power-limited circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” away from any non-power-limited circuit wiring. Furthermore, all power-limited circuit wiring and non-power-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the cabinet through different conduits. One such example of this is shown below. Your specific application may require different conduit knockouts to be used. Any conduit knockouts may be used. For power-limited applications the use of conduit is optional. All field wiring connections must be made employing suitable gauge CM or FPL jacketed wire (or equivalent substitute).

The optional UL Listed battery enclosure must be mounted adjacent to the power supply via Class 1 wiring methods.
For Canadian installations use shielded wiring for all connections.
Note: Refer to the wire handling drawing below for the proper way to install the CM or FPL jacketed wire (Fig. 4a).

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 eFlow104NK1 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

A.2 Relays
Table A-2 below lists relays compatible with eFlow104NK1 output.

30
R-10T| 23
R-14T| 23
Manufacturer| Model| Current (mA)
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System Sensor| R-20T| 40
R-24T| 40
R-10E R-14E| 23
23
R-20E| 40
R-24E| 40

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

eFlow Power Supply/Chargers can be Controlled and Monitored while Reporting
Power/Diagnostics from Anywhere
over the Network…

LINQ2 – Network Communication Module
LINQ2 provides remote IP access to real-time data from eFlow power supply/chargers to help keep systems up and running at optimal levels. It facilitates fast and easy installation and set-up, minimizes system downtime, and eliminates unnecessary service calls, which helps reduce the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) – as well as creates a new source of Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR).

Features:

– UL is Listed in the U.S. and Canada.
– Local or remote control of up to (2) two Altronix eFlow power output(s) via LAN and/or WAN.
– Monitor real-time diagnostics: DC output voltage, output current, AC & battery status/service, input trigger state change, output state change and unit temperature.
– Access control and user management: Restrict read/write, Restrict users to specific resources
– Two (2) integral network controlled Form “C” Relays.
– Three (3) programmable input triggers: Control relays and power supplies via external hardware sources.
– Email and Windows Dashboard notifications
– Event log tracks history.
– Secure Socket Layer (SSL).
– Programmable via USB or web browser – includes operating software and 6 ft. USB cable.

LINQ2 Mounts Inside any eFlow Enclosure

Power Supply/Charger Operating Guide

Model

| Input 120VAC, 60Hz| Output| Auxiliary Power-Limited Output (unswitched)| Ripple Voltage
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5VDC| 12VDC| 24VDC
eFlow104NK1| 4.5A| 6A| –| 8A| 1A| 700mV
–| 6A| 6A

Overview:
The eFlow104NK1 power supply/charger converts a 120VAC, 60Hz input into one (1) 5VDC or 12VDC selectable output at up to 6A supply current and one (1) 24VDC output..

Stand-by Specifications:

Battery| Burg. Applications 4 hr. Stand-by/ 15 min. Alarm| Fire Applications 24 hr. Stand-by/ 5 min. Alarm| Access Control Applications Stand-by
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7AH| 0.4A/10A| N/A| 5 Mins./10A
12AH| 1A/10A| 0.3A/10A| 15 Mins./10A
40AH| 6A/10A| 1.2A/10A| Over 2 Hours/10A
65AH| 6A/10A| 1.5A/10A| Over 4 Hours/10A

Battery Backup:

• Built-in charger for sealed lead acid or gel-type batteries.
• Maximum charge current 1.54A.
• Automatic switch over to stand-by battery when AC fails.
  Transfer to stand-by battery power is instantaneous with no interruption.

LED Diagnostics:

Installing Company:
Service Rep. Name:
Address: ____
Phone #: __

Refer to the eFlow Power Supply/Charger Installation Guide: IIeFlow104NK1, Rev. 104NK1_041818 for complete instructions. This sheet is to be removed, framed, and posted next to the unit.

Rev. 104NK1_041818
eFlow104NK1 Installation Guide
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