
1500 Series and 1600 Series Electric Strikes
Installation Instructions
NOTE: Installation wiring for the product and wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
Product Components
1
1500 Series or 1600 Series Electric Strike
2
Trim Enhancer
1
3
Pigtails (12 VDC and 24 VDC)
4
5/64” Hex Wrench
5
#6-32 x 3/16” Phillips Head
Screws to Mount Trim Enhancer
1
Specications
ELECTRICAL RATINGS FOR
1500/1600 (Solenoid)
VOLTAGE
CONTINUOUS DUTY
INTERMITTENT DUTY*
ELECTRICAL RATINGS FOR
1500E/1600E (EcoStrike™)
VOLTAGE
IN RUSH CURRENT
CONTINUOUS DUTY
Solenoids are rated at +/- 10% indicated value.
* Applies to AC Only: 10% max duty cycle
(2 min. max on time)
12 VDC 24 VAC
0.24A
24 VDC
0.12A
- -
Input voltage: 10–30 VDC, Autosensing
Minimum Activation Duration: 1 second
10 VDC 30 VDC
0.475A
0.010A
12 VDC
0.460A
0.009A
12–16 VAC
- -
0.24–0.32A
24 VDC
0.220A
0.005A
0.12A
0.215A
0.004A
2
4
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE REQUIREMENTS
200 feet or less
200 - 300 feet
300 - 400 feet
NOTE: The above table applies to Models 1500, 1500E, 1600, and 1600E.
3
5
VOLTAGE
12VDC 24VDC
18 gauge
16 gauge
14 gauge
20 gauge
18 gauge
16 gauge
Models 1500E and 1600E: For Indoor Use Only
Models 1500 and 1600: For Outdoor Use
Ratings
Static Strength: 1,500 lbs
Dynamic Impact: 70 ft-lbs
Endurance: 250,000 cycles
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UL294 Performance Levels
Destructive Attack: Level 1 (No attack test)
Line Security: Level I (No Line Security)
Endurance: Level IV (100,000 cycles)
Standby Power: Level I (No secondary power source)
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Converting the Operation Mode
IMPORTANT NOTE: Converting the electric strike to FAIL SAFE mode negates the unit’s re rating.
NOTE 1: The 1500 and 1600 Series Electric Strikes ship congured for FAIL SECURE OPERATION. The steps
below are provided to convert to FAIL SAFE OPERATION, if desired. The operation mode of the
1500E and 1600E (EcoStrike ™ ) is set at the factory and cannot be changed.
NOTE 2: The suitability of the locks in the FAIL SECURE OPERATION mode is up to the local Authority Having
Jurisdiction (AHJ) and emergency exit hardware may be required in such installations.
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Connecting the Power
IMPORTANT NOTE: Before electrically connecting the device, the input voltage must be veried using a multimeter.
Many power supplies and low voltage transformers operate at higher levels than listed. Any input
voltage exceeding 10% of the electrical specication (see Page 1) may cause severe damage to the
unit and will void the warranty.
1500 or 1600:
1500E or 1600E:
NOTE: No AC input voltage.
For 12 VAC, 12 VDC, or 16 VAC, USE the pigtail marked “12 VDC.”
For 24 VAC or 24 VDC, USE the pigtail marked “24 VDC.”
For 10–30 VDC, ALWAYS USE the pigtail marked “12 VDC.”
Purple and Black Wires
Red and Black Wires
White
Tan
Common
Door Closed and Latched
Tan
White
IF CONNECTOR IS MISSING
CONNECT
RED
VIOLET
STRIKE
BLACK
ELECTRIC
RED/GREEN
VIOLET
STRIKE
ELECTRIC
BLACK
RED/GREEN
RED
TOGETHER
(+ 12 VDC)
(-NEG)
CONNECT
TOGETHER
(+ 24 VDC)
CONNECT
TOGETHER
(-NEG)
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