Powering Up Security Devices

Power supplies come in two basic designs – linear and switching – both with advantages and disadvantages. Which power supply design is best? There is a time and place for both types.


Information: www.altronix.com.

SECURITRON BPS

Securitron manufactures a variety of products designed to supply and monitor 12 or 24 volts for the operation of security and safety equipment. The Boxed Power Series (BPS) power supplies are designed for applications requiring an interface with a fire alarm system or battery backup. The BPS Series linear power supplies are UL Class 2 listed, allowing for wire runs without the use of conduit from power supply to door.

Features include:

1, 4 or 8 separate output circuit breakers based on model

LEDs monitor zone status (voltage, no voltage)

Slide switches connect or disconnect load from power (excludes 1 Amp)

Internal capability of charging option 12 or 24VDC sealed lead acid backup batteries while operating the DC load (battery not included)

Complete - Requires only 110VAC to the fused input (BPS)

Rugged steel enclosure

Provided with terminals for fire alarm relay connection, allowing release of all devices upon fire alarm activation

Clean linear power for flawless operation with all sensitive active electronic components

BPS UL Listed

Operating Temperature: +32 to +105F [0 to +40C]

Models/Voltages Available:

BPS-12-1, BPS-24-1 ( single output)

BPS-12-3, BPS-24-2 ( four outputs)

BPS-12-45 and BPS-24-3 ( four outputs)

BPS-12-6 and BPS-24-4 ( eight outputs)

BPS-12-9 and BPS-24-6 ( eight outputs)

BPS-12-15 and BPS-24-10 ( eight outputs)

Securitron’s new Boxed Power Supply – Solar (BPSS) is a truly standalone product enabling powering of equipment using sustainable solar and battery operated power.

Securitron says: “The BPSS is the only out-of-the-box solution specifically designed for remote access control. Select the BPSS-10W or BPS-20W (10 or 20 charging Watts respectively) based on the solar activity in the area/region where installed. BPSS package includes solar panel, solar panel mounting bracket, solar controller, NEMA-3R wall mount enclosure, pole mounting brackets and lead acid battery. Included mounting brackets for Cellular Control Module and solar panel accommodate 2” OD post maximum.”

Features include:

Complete out of the box Solar Power System designed specifically for use with Access Control Products

Remote electronic locking of gates and out buildings

Works with most fail secure electric locks

Works with most keypad or card reader system

Available in 10W and 20W versions

Outdoor Operation

100% Solid State Solar Controller

Low voltage battery monitor to protect batteries from deep discharge

Includes mounting brackets for power supply enclosure and solar panel. Enclosure accommodates up to 2” diameter pole

Optional mounting brackets available to mount power supply enclosure to 3” diameter pole

Optional solar wind kit available for high wind areas

Watch for an in depth hands-on evaluation of the BPSS in an upcoming issue of The Locksmith Ledger.

Information: www.securitron.com.

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