CTEC BF362-5 - 24V 5A EN54 Switch Mode Power Supply
EN54-4 Certified, High-Efficiency Power Supply for Fire Alarm Applications
The C-TEC BF362-5 is a boxed mains to regulated DC power supply providing 5A @ 24V DC and designed for mandatory fire alarm system functions. It is ideal for powering beam detectors, auto-dial communicators, aspirating smoke detectors, auto-open vent systems, auxiliary sounder systems, and other critical devices that require compliant and reliable power.
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Key Features & Benefits
- VdS certified to EN54-4 (1997/A2:2006).
- Ideal for powering beam detectors, auto-dial communicators, aspirating smoke detectors, auto-open vent systems, auxiliary sounder systems, and other mandatory fire alarm functions.
- Deep discharge battery protection and EN54 compliant reporting of battery impedance faults.
- Includes a single-pole volt-free changeover relay that switches for any fault condition.
- Three LED indicators: supply present, general fault and auxiliary fault (for optional connection to third-party equipment).
- Link selectable battery charging capacity.
- Environmentally-friendly charging circuit: dissipates just 0.35W compared to the industry norm of 2.55W.
- Supplied in a tough, durable metal box.
- Optional “caged” and “PCB-only” versions available with the same electronics (order codes BF362-5/E and BF362-5).
Technical Specifications
| Model, Description: | CTEC BF362-5 - 24V 5A EN54 Switch Mode Power Supply |
|---|---|
| Approval Certification: | Certified to EN54-4 by the VdS (0786-CPR-20892) / (G09197) |
| Application & Operation: | A boxed mains to regulated DC power supply providing 5A @ 24V DC. Fully compliant with EN54-4, it includes a single pole volt-free changeover relay that switches for any fault condition. |
| Mains Supply: | 230V 50/60Hz |
| Mains Rated Current: | 1.35A maximum (310 VA) |
| Total Output Current Limited To: | 5A (Max. continuous output current) |
| Output: | 4.6A DC current or 4A DC current (I max a, if PLK2 link fitted), 1A charge current; 5A DC current (I max b, charging turned off) |
| Battery Charge Capacity: | 7 Ah to 18 Ah |
| Max Battery Size and Type: | 2 x 12V 18 Ah VRLA |
| Indicators: | Supply Present (Green); General Fault (Amber); Auxiliary Fault (Amber); Hazardous Voltages Present (Red) |
| Connections: | Mains Input (CONN1); Supply Output (CONN5); Battery Input (CONN5); Fault Relay (CONN4); Charge Off Input (CONN4). Battery Monitoring On/Off Link (PLK1); Battery Charge Current Link (PLK2); High Temp. Output (PL2) |
| Product Dimensions: | 404 W x 404 H x 110 D mm |
| Construction & Finish: | Metal lid and base; RAL7035 textured |
| IP Rating: | IP30 (designed for indoor use only) |
| Weight: | 5.25kg (without batteries) |
| Operating Conditions & Temperature: | -5ºC to +40ºC. Max relative humidity: 95% |
