Altronix eFlow6NNX Installation Instructions

Power Supply/Chargers

Installation Guide

Models Include:

eFlow6N/eFlow6NX

- 6 amp @ 12VDC or 24VDC

eFlow6N8/eFlow6NX8 eFlow6N8D/eFlow6NX8D

- 6 amp @ 12VDC or 24VDC - 6 amp @ 12VDC or 24VDC

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

eFlow6N16/eFlow6NX16 eFlow6N16D/eFlow6NX16D

- 6 amp @ 12VDC or 24VDC - 6 amp @ 12VDC or 24VDC

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

Altronix Corp.

140 58th St. Brooklyn, NY

Rev. 6NRP052213 More than just power.™

Installing Company: _____________________ Service Rep. Name: __________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________ Phone #: _________________________

Overview:

The eFlow6N power supply/chargers convert a 120VAC / 60Hz input, to a 12VDC or 24VDC nominal output
(see Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart and Specifications).

eFlow6N Series Power Supply Configuration Reference Chart:

Nominal DC Outputs

[DC] [AUX]

Altronix

Model Number

eFlow6N

eFlow6NX – – –

eFlow6N8

eFlow6NX8 2.5A – –

eFlow6N8D

eFlow6NX8D – 2A –

eFlow6N16

eFlow6NX16 2 - PD8UL 2.5A – –

eFlow6N16D

eFlow6NX16D

12VDC Output

Range (volts)

24VDC Output

Range (volts)

10.0-13.2 20.19-26.4 10.03-13.2 20.19-26.4 6 3.5A 5A/250V 7.5A/32V 910 N/A 1

10.0-13.2 20.19-26.4 10.03-13.2 20.19-26.4 6 3.5A 5A/250V 7.5A/32V 910 PD8UL 8

9.78-13.2 20.0-26.4 10.03-13.2 20.19-26.4 6 3.5A 5A/250V 7.5A/32V 910 PD8ULCB 8

10.0-13.2 20.19-26.4 10.03-13.2 20.19-26.4 6 3.5A 5A/250V 7.5A/32V 910

9.78-13.2 20.0-26.4 10.03-13.2 20.19-26.4 6 3.5A 5A/250V 7.5A/32V 910

12VDC Output

Range (volts)

24VDC Output

Range (volts)

Maximum Supply

Current for Main and Aux.

Outputs (amp)

Input Rating:

120VAC, 60Hz

Input Fuse Rating

Battery Fuse Rating

Ripple Voltage (mV)

Under low battery condition

Power Distribution

PD16WCB

2 - PD8ULCB

Modiule

PD16W

Number of Outputs

Fused Output Ratings

PTC Output Ratings

– –

2.5A –

– 2A

2.5A –

16

– 2A

16

– 2A –

Accommodates up to

7AH Batteries

Accommodates up to

12AH Batteries

–

3

3

–

3

3

–

3

3

–

3

3

–

3

3

These units provide non power-limited outputs: eFlow6N, eFlow6NX, eFlow6N8, eFlow6NX8, eFlow6N16 and eFlow6NX16.
These units provide power-limited outputs: eFlow6N8D, eFlow6NX8D, eFlow6N16D and eFlow6NX16D.
If a power-limited output is required in the end-product application, the DC output from the power supply must be connected to a
separately Listed control unit or accessory board that provides power-limited outputs. The product(s) providing the power-limited
output(s) must be listed as appropriate for the particular end-product application (fire alarm, burglar alarm, access control), and wired
in accordance with the products installation instructions. Class 1 wiring methods, separation of circuits, and proper fire-rated enclo­sures all must be considered when connecting the DC output of the power supply to the end-product devices. The auxiliary output of
these units are power-limited.

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.

UL Listings for Canadian Installations:

ULC-S318-96 - Power Supplies for Burglar Alarm Systems. Also suitable for Access Control.

Altronix Corp.

140 58th St. Brooklyn, NY

California State Fire Marshal
(eFlow6N and eFlow6NX only)

European Conformity

Stand-by Specifications:

Fire Applications

24 hr. Stand-by/

5 min. Alarm

Battery

Burg. Applications

4 hr. Stand-by/

15 min. Alarm

7AH 0.4 amp/6 amp N/A 10 Mins./6 amp
12AH 1 amp/6 amp 0.3 amp/6 amp 25 Mins./6 amp
40AH (for eFlow6NX refer to Fig. 8, pg. 10) 6 amp/6 amp 1.2 amp/6 amp Over 4 Hours/6 amp
65AH (for eFlow6NX refer to Fig. 8, pg. 10) 6 amp/6 amp 1.5 amp/6 amp Over 4 Hours/6 amp

Access Control

Applications

Stand-by

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Specifications:

Input:

• 120VAC,60Hz.

Output:

• Foroutputvoltageandsupplycurrent,

refer to eFlow6N series Power Supply Configuration
Reference Chart, pg. 2.

• AuxiliaryPower-Limitedoutput

rated @ 1 amp (unswitched).

• OverVoltageProtection.

Battery Backup:

• Built-inchargerforsealedleadacidorgeltypebatteries.

• Maximumchargecurrent1.54amp.

• 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.

Supervision:

• ACfailsupervision(form“C”contacts).

Supervision (cont’d):

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

• 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.

Fuse Ratings:

• RefertoeFlow6NSeriesPowerSupplyConfiguration

Reference Chart, pg. 2.

Visual Indicators:

• GreenACPowerLEDindicates120VACpresent.

• ACinputandDCoutputLEDindicators.

Additional Features:

• Shortcircuitandoverloadprotection.

• Unitiscompletewithpowersupply,enclosure,

battery leads and cam lock.

Enclosure Dimensions (approximate H x W x D):

eFlow6N, eFlow6N8, eFlow6N8D,
eFlow6N16, eFlow6N16D:

13.5” x 13” x 3.25” (342.9mm x 330.2mm x 82.55mm)

eFlow6NX, eFlow6NX8, eFlow6NX8D,
eFlow6NX16, eFlow6NX16D:

15.5” x 12” x 4.5” (393.7mm x 304.8mm x 114.3mm)

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 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, pgs. 11-12).
Secure enclosure to earth ground.

2. Set desired DC output voltage by setting SW1 to the appropriate position on the power supply board (Fig. 1i, pg. 5).

3. 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 lead 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.
For Fire Alarm applications the outputs are “Special Applications” only, see list (refer to Appendix A, pg. 12).

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

5. Connect devices to be powered:
a. For eFlow6N/eFlow6NX connect devices to terminals marked [- DC +] (Fig. 1h, pg. 3).
b. For other Power Distribution Models connect devices to be powered to terminal pairs 1 to 8 marked
[1P & 1N thru 8P & 8N] (Fig. 3a & 3b, pg. 6) or 1 to 16 marked [1P & 1N thru 16P & 16N] (Fig. 4a & 4b, pg. 6)
carefully observing correct polarity.
For auxiliary device connection this output will not be affected by Low Power Disconnect or Fire Alarm Interface.
Connect 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 output voltage. When the use of stand-by batteries is desired, they must be lead acid or gel type.
Connect 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 - Casil 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.

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9. To enable Low Output Power Shutdown set dip switch [Shutdown] to ON position (Fig. 1c, pg. 5).
To disable Low Output Power Shutdown set dip switch Shutdown] to OFF position (Fig. 1c, pg. 5).

10. Trigger terminals are end of a line resistor supervised (10k ohms). Opening or shorting trigger terminals will cause
[DC] output to shutdown (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 (Sentrol model 3012 or equivalent) at the top of the
enclosure. Slide tamper switch bracket onto the edge or the enclosure approx. 2” from the right side
(Fig. 5, pg. 7 or Fig. 7, pg. 9). Connect 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:

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
eFlow6N: 12VDC or 24VDC nominal rated @ 6 amp max.
Battery Test: Under normal load conditions check that the battery is fully charged, check specified voltage
(12VDC @ 13.2 or 24VDC @ 26.4) 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 1.54 amp.
Note: Expected battery life is 5 years, however it is recommended changing batteries in 4 years or less if needed.

LED Diagnostics:

Power Supply/Charger

Red (DC) Green (AC/AC1) 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.

Power Distribution Module

Green (AC) Power Distribution Module Status

ON Normal operating condition.
OFF No Power Output.

Terminal Identification:

Power Supply/Charger

Terminal
Legend

L, N Connect 120VAC 60Hz to these terminals: L to hot, N to neutral (non power-limited) (Fig. 1a, pg.5).
– DC + 12VDC or 24VDC nominal @ 6 amp continuous output (non power-limited output) (Fig. 1h, pg. 5).
Trigger EOL

Supervised
NO, GND

RESET
+ AUX – Auxiliary Power-Limited output rated @ 1 amp (unswitched) (power-limited output) (Fig. 1f, pg. 5).
AC Fail

NC, C, NO

Bat Fail
NC, C, NO

– BAT + Stand-by battery connections. Maximum charge current 1.54 amp (non power-limited) (Fig. 1g, pg. 5).

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Function/Description

Fire Alarm Interface trigger input from a short or FACP. Trigger inputs can be normally open,
normally closed from an FACP output circuit (power-limited input) (Fig. 1d, pg. 5).

FACP interface latching or non-latching (power-limited) (Fig. 1e, pg. 5).

Indicates loss of AC power, e.g. connect to audible device or alarm panel. Relay normally energized
when AC power is present. Contact rating 1 amp @ 30VDC (power-limited) (Fig. 1b, pg. 5).

Indicates low battery condition, e.g. connect to alarm panel. Relay normally energized when DC power
is present. Contact rating 1 amp @ 30VDC. A removed battery is reported within 5 minutes.
Battery reconnection is reported within 1 minute (power-limited) (Fig. 1b, pg. 5).

Power Distribution Module

g

Terminal Identification:

Terminal Legend
PD8UL/PD8ULCB

Terminal Legend
PD16W/PD16WCB

Function/Description

1P to 8P 1P to 16P Positive DC power outputs.
1N to 8N 1N to 16N Negative DC power outputs.

Fig. 1 - eFlow6N Board configuration

CLOSED --- 12V

OPEN --- 24V

1i

1h

--- DC +

1

--- BAT +

AC

AC DELAY SHUTDOWN

O
N

DC

1 min.
2 hr.

1c

enable
disable

TRIGGER EOL

SUPERVISED

NO GND

RESET

1e 1f1d

+ AUX –

5A 250V

AC1

LG N

NC C NO NC C NO

1a 1b

BAT FAILAC FAIL

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 FAILAC FAIL

[BAT FAIL - C, NO] (Fig. 2, pg. 5).

POWER

SOURCE

NC C NO NC C NO

RED INDICATING

LAMP

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