Optex SL-200TNR, SL-100TNRi Quick Guide

BEAMS &

ENCLOSURES

ACTIVE INFRARED — PERIMETER DETECTION

Active Infrared

PHOTOELECTRIC BEAM DETECTORS

FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE

Security starts at the perimeter, or the ‘A Zone’, and
OPTEX has built its reputation on a proven first line of
defense. Our point-to-point photoelectric detection
solutions give you full protection, creating a virtual
trip wire at the perimeter. With multiple options
and features for all threat levels, including battery­powered beams that require no trenching or wiring and
tower enclosures for stacking and hiding beam height
and location, OPTEX provides you with flexibility and
choice based on your perimeter security needs.

PHOTOBEAM PART NUMBER GUIDE

Twin

Beam

Single channel frequency

SL-200TNR

Four channel frequency

AX-200TFR

Quad Beam

Ready for wireless,
battery-powered
(Batteries included,
accepts most
manufacturers’
wireless
transmitters)

SL-200QDP

Detection range in feet

SL-350QFRi

Detection range in feet

iSeries wireless,
battery-powered
(Inovonics
EN1941
transmitter
& batteries
included)

SL-650QDM

Slimline design Dual modulation

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FEATURES & VALUE

QUICK FEATURES GUIDE

Beam detection range shouldn’t be the only feature you look at when
selecting an OPTEX photobeam. Review the additional features below

to nd the right detector for your photobeam application.

“Beam alignment over long distances is troublesome.”

Solution: Sniper Viewfinder & BAU-4 Auto Alignment Unit

The Sniper viewnder includes x2 magnication over conventional
photobeam models. This allows for high visibility during the alignment
process, even over long distances. The optional BAU-4 Auto Beam
Alignment Unit automatically and accurately adjusts the optical access
to peak performance, allowing one technician the ability to align long
distances beams without additional help.

For All SL Models

“I want to stack my photobeams for added protection.”

Solution: Four Channel Selectable Beam Frequencies

Require extra protection at the
perimeter? Choose a photobeam
detector that has four channel
selectable frequency and stack two
of them on a pole or better yet, in
an AX-TW200 Beam Enclosure.

AX-100TF, AX-200TF, AX-100TFR,
AX-200TFR, AX-100TFRi, AX-200TFRi,
SL-350QFR, SL-350QFRi, SL-200QDP,
SL-350QDP, SL-650QDP, SL-200QDM,
SL-350QDM, SL-650QDM

Hardwired Beam Considerations

Keeping these tips in mind will greatly reduce false and missed alarms
caused by improper installation.

Distance

The longer the distance, the bigger the voltage drop. Drops in voltage
can lead to missed and false alarms. For longer runs, use thicker gauge
wire. (Max 18 gauge)

Power Supply

When selecting your photobeam’s power supply, make sure to choose
one with the correct Amps to cover the beam’s current consumption.

Wiring

Choose the correct wiring conductor based on the outputs you want
monitored. (Tamper, Alarm, D.Q. Circuit, Power; varies by model)

Zoning

Although photobeams can be installed in series, home runs are always
recommended. This allows for easier troubleshooting and zones to be

identied when an alarm occurs.

Battery-Powered Value

Cost

In the majority of cases, applications such as utility substations and
large parking lots can be too expensive or labor intensive to trench.

“Getting power to perimeter is too expensive.”

Solution: Battery-Operated Models

To combat costly trenching and labor, or in situations where power is
not available, choose one of OPTEX’s wireless ready, battery operated
models. Mount them in the AX-TW200 beam tower for a completely
wireless and secure perimeter.

AX-100TFR, AX-200TFR, AX-100TFRi, AX-200TFRi, SL-350QFR, SL-350QFRi

“Fog, snow, & heavy rain can be an issue at my job site.”

Solution 1 : D.Q. Output (Environmental Disqualification)

D.Q. output will send a trouble signal when the beam strength is below
acceptable levels, for more than 20-40 seconds, due to fog, snow or
heavy rain.

AX-100TF, AX-200TF, AX-100TFR, AX-200TFR, AX-100TFRi, AX-200TFRi, SL­350QFR, SL-350QFRi, SL-350QDP, SL-650QDP, SL-350QDM, SL-650QDM

Solution 2 : A.T.C.P. (Automatic Transmit Power Control)

The A.T.C.P. feature automatically controls, adjusts and optimizes the
power of the beam and maintains optimal performance. It decreases false
and missed alarms caused by fog, frost, cross talk and signal saturation.

SL-350QDM

Power

Battery-Powered beams can be installed in areas where power is not
readily available, such as roof tops or remote locations.

Installation Downtime

Because of the signicant drop in installation time and the fact that no

trenching is required, end-users are less inconvenienced. Businesses
and residents can operate as usual during the install.

Flexible

In environments where storage conditions may change, such as
construction sites and storage facilities, battery-powered beam options

allow the detection area to move accordingly with minimal eort.

Upgrade

Battery-powered beam options can easily be added on to existing
security, video or access systems.

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Active Infrared

88.2oz (2500g)

SL-200QDM SL-350QDM SL-650QDM

84.6oz (2400g)

SL-200QDP SL-350QDP SL-650QDP

84.6oz (2400g)

SL-200QN SL-350QN SL-650QN

SL-350QFRSL-350QFRi

116.4oz (3300g)

PHOTOELECTRIC BEAM DETECTORS

PROFESSIONAL MODEL

SL-200QDM / 350QDM / 650QDM

• High power quad beam

• Double modulation

• Beam power control selector

• Automatic transmit power control

Normal 26mA / Max. 40mA 30mA / 43mA

-13°F to 140°F (-25°C to +60°C)

-30°F(-35°C) w/ HU-3 Heater

17.6 x 3.1 x 3.8 in (448 x 79 x 96 mm)

• Integrated alignment status comm

• Upper/lower beam selection button

• Beam power control selector

ADVANCED LEVEL

SL-200QDP / 350QDP / 650QDP

• High power quad beam

• Double modulation

• Upper/lower beam selection button

• Beam power control selector

STANDARD MODEL

Normal 17mA / Max. 24mA 22mA / 33mA

-13°F to 140°F (-25°C to +60°C)

-30°F(-35°C) w/ HU-3 Heater

17.6 x 3.1 x 3.8 in (448 x 79 x 96 mm)

SL-200QN / 350QN / 650QN

• High power quad beam

• Smart design ― slim body & vivid

interior color

PROFESSIONAL MODEL ADVANCED MODEL

SL-350QFRI & SL-350QFR

• Long distance 350 (100m)

• Long battery life ― 4 to 8 years

• Spacious back box for wireless

• Inovonics EN1941 included on SL-

*Transmitters shown not included
*2 batteries per side included
*2 additional batteries per side can be added

transmitter

350QFRi model

38mA 39mA 40mA

-13°F to 140°F (-25°C to +60°C)

-30°F(-35°C) w/ HU-3 Heater

(A total of 4 batteries are included)

Inovonics EN1941 Included Not IncludedWireless Transmitter

-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to +60°C)

17.9 x 3.3 x 5.4 in (452 x 83 x 138 mm)

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SL SERIES FEATURES

I.A.S.C.

Integrated Alignment
Status Communication

Transmit power c ontrol signal

POWER DOWN

Beam Power DOWN

TX

RX

RX

TX

High Immunity Against False Positives & Missed Alarms

Sniper Viewfinder ™

X2 Magnification Lens

The new telescope lens has a high level of visibility
for optical alignment work. Even over long distances,
a perfect installation and stable performance can be
achieved in a short period.

A.T.P.C. — Automatic Transmit Power Control (SL-QDM only)

Automatically controls, adjusts and optimizes the power of the beam and maintains optimal performance. It decreases false and missed alarms caused
by fog, frost, cross talk, and signal saturation.

Decreased beam power due to

dense fog conditions

Overpowering beam caused by

reection from wall

Decreased signal level (signal saturation) caused
by rising sun/sunset light entering receiver at the

same angle as the transmitted IR beams

FOG

TX RX

I.A.S.C.

Transmit power control signal

Integrated Alignment
Status Communication

POWER UP

RX

TX

I.A.S.C.

Transmit power c ontrol signal

Integrated Alignment
Status Communication

POWER DOWN

signal level

Sun(noise)

IR Beams(signal)

Time

Increase signal level to avoid signal saturation

signal level

Sun(noise)

IR Beams(signal)

Time

Boost beam power

Reduce beam power to avoid

unnecessary reection

Beam Power UP

XRXT

RX

Beam Power DOWN

Sunshine Protection Technology (SL-QDM & QDP only)

The sunshine protection technology has a triple layer construction to give better performance against external light sources, such as from the sun,

uorescent lighting, and mercury-vapor lamps.

1. The front cover is
constructed with special

lter materials to remove

visible lights

2. The photo-diode devices

with IR bandpass lter
transmit only the same
wavelength of the IR beams

3. The light disturbance

compensation circuit
dierentiates original double
modulated beams from other

external light sources

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Double-Sided & Single-Sided

BEAM ENCLOSURES

The TW-Series beam enclosures are suited for all OPTEX AX & SL Series
wired, IP, and wireless battery-powered infrared beams models

Concealing active infrared beams in
enclosures increases the security
and flexibility of perimeter
protection systems

OPTEX Dual & Quad IR beams can be mounted directly on walls or poles,

however by installing them in enclosures, it makes them less obvious. The

number and height of the tted beams becomes unknown to the potential

intruders, enhancing the security level.

AX-TWCAMAX-TW200

• Free standing AX-TW models provide 360° unobstructed view for the
beams, enabling back to back installation to cover a whole perimeter.

• Free-standing AX-TWS models provide 180° view enabling side
detection for sites where wall mount is not a possible or practical
option.

• Wall-mounted AX-TWM models feature 180° view and flush mount.

• 3’3” / 6’6” height options available.

• Durable construction with extruded and anodized aluminum frame
and acrylic materials.

• Beams can be mounted at any height and direction in the tower.

• Additional housing and fixings for lighting or fixed cameras available
as options.

• Anti-tamper and beam mounting plates included.

• Suitable for all wired, IP, and wireless OPTEX AX & SL (Smart Line)
models. (Consult with us for the list of accessories needed)

• Enclosure assembly included at no charge when site plan is provided.

AX-TWLUXEAX-TW100

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BUILD & CUSTOMIZE

STEP 1

Select Your Beams

Select beams by distance and
features. All OPTEX beams can be
mounted in the AX-TW enclosures.
Beam models are based on
detection distance for outdoor
ratings (indoors can be doubled). Do
you need adjustable frequencies?
Double stacked or single?

STEP 3

Select Enclosure
Height

OPTEX oers 2 enclosure options

for mounting beams: 1) Double­sided, for multiple beginning/
ending points or long distances, and

2) Single-sided, for point-to-point
applications. Once you’ve decided
on the teams, select the option that

best ts your application.

STEP 2

Choosing Beam
Mounting Enclosure

OPTEX oers 2 enclosure options

for mounting beams: 1) Double­sided, for multiple beginning/
ending points or long distances, and

2) Single-sided, for point-to-point
applications. Once you’ve decided
on the teams, select the option that

best ts your application.

STEP 4

Choose Accessories

Depending on the environmental
conditions, applications and security

level, OPTEX oers accessories to

enhance your perimeter system.

6’6”

3’3”

STEP 5

Pre-Assembly

When a site plan is provided, OPTEX technicians will pre-assemble our photo-

electric beams and tower enclosures to match your customers’ specications. As

long as a site plan is provided, this service will not be charged.

Mounting brackets set in concrete/
asphalt, heaters, and anti-climb
tampers are all examples of
accessories for your beam enclosure.

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BATTERY-POWERED, WIRELESS & IP SOLUTIONS

Battery-Powered, Wireless Solution

Save Time & Money

From rooop HVAC protection to electrical

substations, the wireless-ready, iSeries
photobeams, and enclosures from OPTEX

can oer you a battery powered, wireless

solution for all your security needs. While
the wireless-ready versions are shipped
with an empty backbox that will accept
any manufacturer’s wireless transmitter,
the iSeries come with Inovonics EN1941
wireless transmitters pre-installed, allowing
even more time saved while on the job site.
The EN1941 monitors the DQ circuit, tamper
and primary alarm, while an included BCU-4
module monitors for low battery. A total of
four lithium batteries are also included to
power the beams.

Any Intrusion

Value of a Wireless-Ready
Battery-Powered System

or Access Panel

with Hardwired

Inputs

• Easy solution to sites where trenching is too
expensive or labor intensive.

• Can be installed in areas where power is not
readily available.

• No downtime to end-user. Businesses &
residents can operate as usual during install.

• Allows for a flexible solution in changing site
environments, such as construction sites.

• Can easily be added on to support existing
video or access systems.

IP Solution

IP Camera

Dry Contact Connection
Power Connection
Event Code & PoE

OPTEX Beams

Network
Switch

EN5040T Repeater EN4232MR Receiver

*If repeater is mounted

outdoors, ACC650

enclosure is required

EN7290 Receiver/

Interface for

VISTA 128/250

Sensing Solutions
For IP Systems

IP Video
Management
Software

When PIE-1 IP encoders are combined with

OPTEX beams & enclosures, a complete IP

powered detection solution is achieved.

You can now connect to all leading VMS

platforms to control IP cameras, and PIE-1 is
compatible with Power over Ethernet (PoE),
making it possible to supply power using a
PoE hub or switch. With the PoE connection,
alarm signal information can be exchanged
via IP protocol. In addition, only one LAN
cable is needed to connect PIE-1 to a PoE hub

or switch, reducing installation time & cost.

Any PC

Application

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BEAM ENCLOSURE PART NUMBERS

Beam Enclosure Cover

Free-Standing Beam Enclosures

6in.

AX-TW(S)(M)

TW 360° STW 180° STWM 180°

Free-Standing Beam Enclosures Wall-Standing Beam Enclosures

3’3”/6’6”

1000mm / 2000 mm

10in.

5.8in.

7.2in.

9.6in.

AX-T W AX-TWS AX-TWM

1000mm / 2000 mm

Ground Mounting, 360° Ground Mounting, 180° Wall Mounting, 180°

Flush Mount

AX-TW100

AX-TW200

3’3” 360° Beam Tower Floor

6’6” 360° Beam Tower Floor

AX-TW100S

AX-TW200S

3’3” 180° Beam Tower Floor

6’6” 180° Beam Tower Floor

AX-TW100M

AX-TW200M

3’3” 180° Wall Mount Beam Tower

6’6” 180° Wall Mount Beam Tower

(standard height)

Exterior Installation Mounting for Enclosures

When using a free-standing tower, the AX-TWEB allows for secure concrete mounting, even in uneven soil and the harshest of environments.

Dig an 18” x 18” x 18” (minimum)
hole. Add rebar or support if
needed and pour concrete (for
TWEB bracket) or asphalt (for

With included red head bolts,
secure enclosure base to bracket
bold heads (Bolts can also be

added to existing concrete/asphalt)
TWEB-A bracket). Insert bracket
and cable access conduit while
concrete/asphalt is still wet.

TWEB Pictured

Common Accessories

AX-TWLUXE AX-TWH24V AX-TWSSLAX-TWEB AX-TWCAM

Tower head
extension for

lighting (12V

light bulb not
included)

AX-TWAA AX-TWCAB AX-TWSMAX-TWEB-A BAU-4

Anti-climb top
tamper

Concrete
support bracket
for free-standing
enclosures on
pads

Asphalt support
bracket for
free-standing
enclosures on
pads

With included red head bolts,
secure enclosure base to bracket
bold heads (Bolts can also be
added to existing concrete/asphalt)

Enclosure

Enclosure Base

Conduit

12V or 24V,

250mA, non­polarity heater

& thermostat

Guy wires for
photobeam
enclosures in
extreme wind
conditions

AX-TWEB

Concrete

Bracket for SL

& AX-TFR

series (set)

Pole/wall
mount L
bracket for
AX-TW50, 100,

200, & 300

CCTV extension

head for
enclosure
(Camera not
included)

Automatic
beam-alignment
tool (only
compatible with
SL series)

08

TOTAL SECURITY SOLUTIONS

HIGH SECURITY LASER DETECTION

Use laser technology from OPTEX to create a horizontal
plane or vertical wall with four outputs for remote video
applications and 8 independently adjustable detection
areas. The REDSCAN RLS-3060SH is the ideal detector for
controlling network cameras and can be integrated with

leading VMS platforms, access control systems and analog

control panels.

AX-TW200

6’6” double sided

Free-standing beam

enclosure

AX-TW200

6’6” double sided

Free-standing beam

enclosure

RLS-3060SH

EN5040T Repeater

EN7290 Receiver

ACC650 Enclosure

(Outdoor use)

iSeries battery-powered wireless photobeams

iSeries battery-powered wireless photobeams

SL-350QFRi

SL-350QFRi

BX-80NRi

80’x3’ low mount
Battery-powered
Outdoor dual PIR

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OR

BXS-RAMi

80’/40’ each side
Battery-powered

Anti-masking

Outdoor quad PIR

EN4232MR Receiver

EN7290 Receiver

VXI-RDMi

40’x40’ low mount

Battery-powered

Outdoor dual tech

OR

VXI-RAMi/RDAMi

40’, 90° low mount

Battery-powered

Anti-masking

Outdoor PIR/dual tech

ADDITIONAL SPOT DETECTION

Build strategic outdoor detection areas inside the
perimeter and throughout the property, without
running wires for power or signal. In addition,
OPTEX passive infrared and dual technology
detectors can trigger cameras, lights, or be used to
notify the authorities when motion is detected.

AX-TW200M

6’6” single sided, wall mount beam enclosure

No

detection

HX-40RAMi

40’x50’ high mount

Battery-powered
Outdoor dual PIR

No

detection

No

detection

No

detection

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From residential to critical infrastructure, OPTEX has the right solution for any application & environment.

With indoor and outdoor detection options for every threat level, OPTEX provides you with exibility and choice based on your perimeter security needs.

Since its founding over 30 years ago, OPTEX has established a worldwide reputation for quality, innovation, and technical excellence. Out products will
always represent an investment in performance, and long term satisfaction.

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connect / integrate

with all leading VMS

platforms to control

IP cameras (should

be ordered in pairs)

small animals from

sitting on detector.

Also protects the

front of detector

from excessive rain

and snow.

PIE-1

PoE IP Encoder

Allows beams to

Prevents birds and

ABC-4

Anti-Bird Cap

Anti-frost design

Optional heating unit

International protection

Operation temperature

Environmental humidity

Dimensions (HxWxD in)

HU-3, Requires local power

-4° to 140°F (-20 to 60˚C)

11.6 x 2.7 x 4.6
95% max.

IP65

3

Current draw (Peak)

Alarm output

Tamper

Alarm memory

FormC

—

3

Beam blocking ratio

4ch. selectable freq.

Alignment angle

LED indicator

Monitor jack for align.

Beam alignment method

Automatic gain control

Lightning protection

Environment DQ

Power supply

(For Hybrid: 2 included for Transmitter Unit)

3.6V 13.0Ah LSH20 lithium batteries

Yes, Wirefree operation

No

3

+/- 90˚ Horiz., +/- 5˚ Vert

4step LED indicator

3

3

99%

Outdoor detection range

Indoor detection range

Beam

200

(S) =

(M) =

Single Sided, Free Standing

Single Sided, Wall Mount

100

Shorter distance is required

DQ Circuit is needed

Twin

200

400

( ) =

Double Sided, Free Standing

AX-TW200

AX-TW200S

AX-TW200M

AX-TW100

AX-TW100S

AX-TW100M

3’3” TOWERS

One beam unit is close to main power source

but other beam unit needs to be wireless

Power is not available

USE THIS BEAM IF

6’6” TOWERS

Powered

Hybrid

and batteries

transmitter

Inovonics

Includes

EN1941

Powered

Hybrid

and batteries

transmitter

Inovonics

Includes

EN1941

batteries

Includes

ENCLOSURES

SL-200TNR SL-200TNRi

Hybrid, Battery-Powered, & Wireless Options

AX-100TFR AX-100TFRi

Heating Unit for

Hardwired SL

Models and AX-TN,

AX-TF Models.

Conceals the back

side of a pole

mounted SL Series

detector.

HU-3

Heating Unit

BC-4

Back Cover

-4° to 140°F (-20 to 60˚C)

8.5 x 3.5 x 6.4
95% max.

IP55

-4° to 140°F (-20 to 60˚C)

17.9 x 3.3 x 5.4
95% max.

IP65

-31° to 140°F (-35 to 60˚C)

17.6 x 3.1 x 3.8
95% max.

IP65

620μA

HU-3, Requires local power

—

3

lithium batteries (4 included)

FormC

3

810μA600μA500μA

HU-3, Requires local power

—

3

lithium batteries (4 included)

FormC

745μA

3

38mA max.

Form C relay : 30VDC, 0.2 A

HU-3

—

3

39mA max.

3

40mA max.

Yes, Wirefree operation

3.6V 13.0Ah LSH20

No

3

Yes, Wirefree operation

3.6V 13.0Ah LSH20

No

3

10.5 - 30V DC 10.5 - 28V DC 10.5 - 28V DC
3over14kV

No

No

+/- 90˚ Horiz., +/- 5˚ Vert

4step LED indicator

ViewfinderViewfinder Sniper viewfinder

3

+/- 90˚ Horiz., +/- 5˚ Vert

4step LED indicator

3

TM

+/- 90˚ Horiz., +/- 10˚ Vert

4step LED indicator

3

Sniper viewfinder (Included) / BAU-4 Beam Alignment Unit (Optional)

100

200

Twin

99%

3

400

Shorter distance is required

Double stacking is needed

Trenching is not an option

Power is not available

DQ Circuit is needed

200

Trenching is too expensive

USE THIS BEAM IF

Advanced Models Professional Models

and batteries

transmitter

Inovonics

EN1941

batteries

and batteries

transmitter

Inovonics

EN1941

Includes

AX-200TFR AX-200TFRiSL-100TNR SL-100TNRi

Includes

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Trenching is too expensive

Double stacking is needed

Trenching is not an option

Long distance is required

Power is not available

DQ Circuit is needed

350

Quad

700

99%

3

200

400

350

Quad

700

99%

No

1300

650

USE THIS BEAM IF

Double stacking is not necessary

Shorter distance is required

Power to both sides is avail.

Multiple sets are not used

USE THIS BEAM IF

and batteries

batteries

Includes

transmitter

Inovonics

Includes

EN1941

SL-350QFR

SL-350QFRi

SL-200QN SL-350QN SL-650QN SL-200QDP SL-350QDM SL-650QDMSL-350QDP SL-650QDP SL-200QDM

Standard Models Advanced Models Professional Models

between two pole

mounted, back to

back SL Series

detectors.

conduit to the SL

Series detectors.

Conceals the gap

PSC-4

Pole Side Cover

Required to run

CBR-4

Conduit Bracket

-31° to 140°F (-35 to 60˚C)

17.6 x 3.1 x 3.8
95% max.

IP65

-31° to 140°F (-35 to 60˚C)

17.6 x 3.1 x 3.8
95% max.

IP65

HU-3

HU-3

Manual beam power adjust. needed

200

99%

99%

Quad

Quad

400

700

1300

400

700

1300

350

650

200

350

650

Form C relay: 30 VDC, 0.2 A

+/- 90˚ Horiz., +/- 10˚ Vert

5 Step with sound assist

3over14kV

—

3

3

Form C relay: 30 VDC, 0.2 A

3

40mA max. 43mA max.24mA max. 33mA max.

3

3

3

+/- 90˚ Horiz., +/- 10˚ Vert

5 Step with sound assist

3over14kV

—

3

3

3

3

3

3

Double stacking/long runs needed

Power to both sides is avail.

Harsh environment at site

Long distance is required

DQ Circuit is needed

Better false alarm immunity

A.T.P.C. feature is needed

USE THIS BEAM IF

Double stacking/long runs needed

Power to both sides is avail.

Harsh environment at site

Long distance is required

USE THIS BEAM IF

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