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Open Frame Power Supply 12V DC 8A Patriot Power
Patriot Power open frame power supply features 12V DC 8A output, mains fail and low battery relay contacts, and 10A plug input. Ideal for CCTV and access control.
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Alternatively Known As: Patriot OPS-12V-8A, Patriot Open Power Supply, 12V DC Security Power Supply, CCTV Battery-Backup Power Supply
Technical Specifications
- Model: OPS-12V-8A
- Input Voltage: 240V AC ±20% at 50Hz
- Output Voltage: User-adjustable 10–13.8V DC; preset for 12V DC
- Output Current: 8A nominal; 8.5A maximum
- Battery Charger: 13.8V DC at 1.2A
- Battery Capacity: Supports up to four 12V 7Ah batteries
- Low-Battery Cut-Off: 10V DC
- Low-Battery Signal: 11V ±0.5V via relay contact and red LED
- Mains-Fail Signal: Relay contact and red LED
- Efficiency: 86% at rated load
- Output Ripple: Less than 50mV peak-to-peak at full load
- Load Regulation: Less than 1%
- Line Regulation: Less than 0.2%
- Protection: Constant-current limiting, short-circuit shutdown and automatic recovery
- Input Connection: Australian 10A plug
- Compliance Marking: RCM listed as N12754 by Australian reseller documentation
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 60mm x 260mm x 130mm
- Weight: 1.2 kg
Key Features
- Compact open-frame construction for security and low-voltage equipment installations
- Suitable for CCTV cameras, DVRs, access control and general automation systems
- Integrated 1.2A charger for external 12V standby batteries
- Mains-fail and low-battery relay contacts with LED status indication
- User-adjustable DC output for 12V or battery-backed 13.8V operation
- Reverse-polarity protection on the battery terminals
- Low-voltage cut-off helps protect connected standby batteries
- Parallel configuration can be used to increase available current
- Short-circuit and overload protection with automatic recovery
Professional Installation Requirements
- The unit has a mains-voltage input and exposed open-frame terminals. Installation, mains connection and commissioning should be performed by a suitably licensed electrical or security-system technician in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and applicable Australian electrical requirements. Install inside a suitable ventilated enclosure where required.
Applications
- CCTV camera and surveillance systems
- DVR and security recording equipment
- Access control systems
- Alarm and security panels
- Telephone and communications systems
- Building management and general automation equipment
- 12V DC battery-backed low-voltage installations
Standards & Compliance
- RCM registration mark N12754 is listed for this model by Australian reseller documentation; verify the current declaration of conformity before installation.
- AS/NZS 3820 may apply to the essential safety requirements for in-scope electrical equipment; confirm the product's declared certification standard with the supplier.
Environmental Benefits
- Rated efficiency of approximately 86% helps reduce energy losses during operation.
- Supports rechargeable standby-battery operation, reducing disruption and potential replacement of connected security equipment after short mains interruptions.
- Metal construction and serviceable protection circuitry may support a longer operating life and reduce replacement waste.
- External lead-acid batteries can be separately replaced and recycled at end of life.
Warranty Information
Standard PSS Distributors warranty: 2-year return-to-base warranty from the original purchase date, subject to the supplier's warranty terms and correct installation and use.
Available Now
Available through Patriot Power, PSS Distributors and authorised Australian electrical and security-system distributors.
