Altronix AL1024ULXPD8R Installation Instructions

AL1024ULX Series

Power Supply/Charger

Installation Guide

Models Include:

• AL1024ULX

- Single Output

• AL1024ULXPD4 • AL1024ULXPD4CB

- Four (4) Fused Outputs - Four (4) PTC Outputs

• AL1024ULXPD8 • AL1024ULXPD8CB

Eight (8) Fused Outputs - Eight (8) PTC Outputs

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• AL1024ULXPD16 • AL1024ULXPD16CB

- Sixteen (16) Fused Outputs - Sixteen (16) PTC Outputs

For a red enclosure, add an “R” suffix to the part # e.g. AL1024ULXPD8R

Rev. 111003

Overview:

The AL1024ULX is a power supply that converts a 115VAC / 60Hz input, to a 24VDC regulating output
(see specifications below).
The AL1024ULX is the base power supply unit for the UL Listed multi-output power supply/charger series:
AL1024ULXPD4, AL1024ULXPD4CB, AL1024ULXPD8, AL1024ULXPD8CB, AL1024ULXPD16,
AL1024ULXPD16CB (Refer to AL1024ULX Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart below).

AL1024ULX Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart:

Distribution

Model Number

Altronix

Accessory Power

Module(s)

Class 2 Rated

Number of Outputs

Power Limited Outputs

Fused Outputs

PTC Outputs

Output Rating (amp)

Agency Lisitings

per Output

UL Listings and

File Numbers

AL1024ULX(R) -1---10

AL1024ULXPD4 PD4UL 4 - x - 3.5

AL1024ULXPD4CB PD4ULCB 4 x - x 2.5

AL1024ULXPD8 PD8UL 8 - x - 3.5

AL1024ULXPD8CB PD8ULCB 8 x - x 2.5

AL1024ULXPD16 16

AL1024ULXPD16CB 16

Two (2)
PD8UL

Two (2)

PD8ULCB

- x - 3.5

x - x 2.5

Do not exceed total output rating of 10 amp per unit.

Specifications:

Maximum char

Input:

• Input 115VAC / 60Hz, 4.4 amp.

Output:

24VDC output.

•
rent in non-alarm condition with

8 amp suppl

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y cur
10 amp supply current during alarm for Fire Alarm
Applications.
10 amp supply current for Access Control Applications.

• Filtered and electronically regulated outputs.

• Short circuit and thermal overload protection.

Battery Backup:

Built-in char

•
gel type batteries.

• Automatic switch over to stand-by battery when

C fails.

A

ger for sealed lead acid or

•

• Zero voltage drop when switched over to battery backup.

Supervision:

• AC fail supervision (form "C" contacts).

• Low battery supervision (form "C" contacts).

• Battery presence supervision (form “C” contacts).

Additional Features:

• AC input and DC output LED indicators.

• Power supply, enclosure, cam lock and battery leads

• All models are available in red enclosure
(add an “R” suffix to the part # e.g. AL1024ULXPD8R).

California
State Fire

arshal

M

ge cur

Factory
Mutual

Approved

UL Listed Standard

Protective Signaling

UL Listed for Access

Control System Units.

“Signal Equipment”

CSA Standard C22.2

rent 3.6 amp.

UL File # S4707

UL 1481

for Safety for Fire

Systems.

UL 294

Evaluated to

No.205-M1983

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Stand-by Specifications (total current shown):

-- DC +

B

AT FAIL

NO C NC NO C NC

+

BAT ---

DC

AC FAIL

L

G N

A

C

10A

250V

15A

250V

Green

L

ead

Battery connection (non power limited)

Door

Wire Strap
(from
Enclosure
to Door)

115VAC

power mains

non-power limited

Divider

CAUTION: De-energize unit prior to servicing. For continued protection
against risk of electric shock and fire hazard replace fuses with the same type
and rating: Input fuse 10A, 250V, Battery fuse 15A, 32V.
Replace fuse cover before energizing. Do not expose to rain or moisture.

INPUT

1

2

Power

Distribution

Module(s)

Battery and AC Supervision Circuit

(power limited).

Fuse

Cover

non-power limited

Class 1

Green Lead

Keep power limited wiring separate from non-power limited. Use minimum .25" spacing.

12VDC Rechargeable Battery

(optional)

12VDC Rechargeable Battery

(optional)

O

utput 15 Min. of Stand-by & 4 hr. of Stand-by & 24 hr. of Stand-by & 60 hr. of Stand-by &

5 Mins. of Alarm 5 Mins. of Alarm 5 Mins. of Alarm 5 Mins. of Alarm

24VDC / 12AH Battery Stand-by = 8 amp Stand-by = 1.5 amp Stand-by = 200mA Stand-by = 100mA

Alarm = 10 amp Alarm = 10 amp Alarm = 10 amp Alarm = 10 amp

Output 15 Min. of Stand-by & 4 hr. of Stand-by & 24 hr. of Stand-by & 60 hr. of Stand-by &

15 Mins. of Alarm 5 Mins. of Alarm 15 Mins. of Alarm 15 Mins. of Alarm

24VDC / 65AH Battery Stand-by = 8.0 amp Stand-by = 1.5 amp Stand-by = 500mA

Alarm = 10 amp Alarm = 10 amp Alarm = 10 amp

See battery size calculation worksheet for other batteries (

Pag e 7).

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.

Fig. 1

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1. Mount unit in desired location. Mark and predrill holes in the wall to line up with the top two keyholes in the
e

nclosure. 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, pg. 7,8).

Secure enclosure to earth ground.

2. Secure enclosure to earth ground. Connect AC power (115VAC / 60 Hz to terminals marked [L, G, N]

(Fig. 1, pg. 3).
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 .25” spacing must be provided.

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

4. Connect devices to be powered:
a. For AL1024ULX Power Supply connect devices to terminals marked [- DC +]

(Fig. 1, pg. 3)

b. For other Power Distribution Models connect devices to be powered to terminal pairs 1 to 4 marked

[1P & 1N thru 4P & 4N]

(Fig. 2A & 2B, pg. 5) or 1 to 8 marked [1P & 1N thru 8P & 8N] (Fig. 3A & 3B, pg. 5)

carefully observing correct polarity.

5. 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.

6. Connect appropriate signaling notification devices to terminals marked [AC FAIL & BAT FAIL]

(Fig. 1, pg. 3)

supervisory relay outputs.
Note: When used in fire alarm, burglar alarm or access control applications, “AC Fail” relay must be used to
provide a visual indication of

AC power on.

7. Please insure that the cover is secured with the provided Key Lock.

LED Diagnostics:

AL1024ULXB - Power Supply Board

Red (DC) Green (AC) Power Supply Status

ON ON
ON

OFF

Normal operating condition

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.

Terminal Identification:

AL1024ULXB - Power Supply Board

Terminal Legend Function/Description

L, G, N

- DC +

AC FAIL Indicates loss of AC power, e.g. connect to annunciator/alarm panel. Relay normally
NO, C, NC energized when AC power is present. Contact rating 1 amp @ 28VDC.

BAT FAIL Indicates low battery condition, e.g. connect to alarm panel. Relay normally energized
NO, C, NC when DC power is present.

+ BAT - Stand-by battery connections. Maximum charge rate 3.6 amp.

Connect 115VAC to these terminals: L to Hot, N to Neutral, G to ground.

24VDC @ 8 amp continuous, 10 amp in alar

m non-power limited output, 10 amp continuous when

batteries are not used.

AC or brownout fail is reported within 0ne (1) minute of event. To delay reporting of up to
6 hrs., cut “AC delay” jumper and reset power to unit.

Contact rating 1 amp @ 28VDC.
A remo
within 1 minute. Lo

ved battery is reported within 1 minute. Battery reconnection is reported

w batter

y threshold: @ appro

ximately 21VDC.

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LED Diagnostics:

L

ED

F1 F2 F3 F4

1P

1N

2P

2N

3P

3N

4P

4N

Non-Power Limited

DC Output to devices

1P-4P Power Outputs,

1N-4N Common Outputs

()

From Power Supply

Board

(Factory Installed)

Replace fuses with the same type and rating 3.5A, 250V.

INPUT

LED

F1 F2 F3 F4

POWER OUTPUTS

1P

1N

2P

2N

3P

3N

4P

4N

Class 2 Rated Power Limited

DC Output to devices
1P-4P Power Outputs,

1N-4N Common Outputs

From Power Supply

Board

(Factory Installed)

()

N

COMMON POWER OUTPUTS

P

FUSED POWER OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

D1

INPUT

R1

LED

From Power Supply

Board

(Factory Installed)

Replace fuses with the same type and rating 3.5A, 250V.

Non- Power Limited

DC Output to devices

1P-8P Power Outputs,

1N-8N Common Outputs

()

N

COMMON POWER OUTPUTS

P

FUSED POWER OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

D1

INPUT

R1

LED

From Power Supply

Board

(Factory Installed)

Class 2 Rated Power Limited

DC Output to devices

1P-8P Power Outputs,

1N-8N Common Outputs

()

PD4UL/PD4ULCB/PD8UL/PD8ULCB - Power Distribution Module

G

reen Power Distribution Module Status

ON Normal operating condition.

OFF No Power Output.

Terminal Identification:

PD4UL/PD4ULCB/PD8UL/PD8ULCB - Power Distribution Module

Terminal Legend Function/

PD4UL/PD4ULCB PD8UL/PD8ULCB Description

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

Fig. 3A

Fig. 2B

Fig. 3B

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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.
Battery Test: Under normal load conditions check that the battery is fully charged, check specif ied voltage both at

battery terminal and at the board terminals marked [+ BAT -] to insure there is no break in the battery connection wires.

Note: Maximum charging current under discharges is 3.6 amp.
Note: Expected battery life is 5 years, however it is recommended changing batteries in 4 years or less if needed.

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Battery size calculation worksheet.

A

. AL1024ULX series internal cur rent consumption (standby) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ .05 A

B. Load current consumption (standby) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ A

C. Standby time required (hours) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ H

D. Battery capacity required for standby (A+B)*C _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ AH

E. AL1024ULX series internal power consumption (Alarm) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ .05 A

F. Load cur rent consumption (Alarm) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ A

G. Alarm duration (Hours, 15 Min=.2 Hour) (Alarm) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ H

H. Battery capacity required for Alar m (E+F)*G _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ AH

I. Total calculated batter y capacity D+H _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ AH

J. Battery capacity required I*1.8 (safety factor) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ AH

Note: AL1024ULX series power supply is designed to work with batteries up to 65AH. Please note, line [I]
must not exceeds 36AH. You have to reduce either standby current consumption or standby time in order to
comply with requirement.

To determine actual battery size please round line [J] to the nearest larger standard battery size
(e.g. 3.5 AH = 4.0 AH).

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1.285

Enclosure Dimensions:

15.5”H x 12”W x 4.5”D

Altronix is not responsible for any typographical errors.

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