Power Port .dwg drawings are now available.
CAD .dwg drawings for the Jack Fuse Power Range range are now available for use in manuals and panel layouts. You can find each drawing on the associated product page. PP8FR PP8PTC PP10HD PP10MG
Technical
Australian Wiring Rules and Fused Protection of Security Cables.
Electronic security and access control cabling falls under the requirements of the AS/CA S009:2020 Australian Standard. This standard covers the installation requirements for customer cabling and is otherwise known as the “Wiring Rules.” Section 20.4 states: “the Cabling shall be protected from excessive currents or voltages that may cause damage or fire, by such means …
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ATMOD – available resistor values
The ATMOD quick connect end-of-line security resistor network module is available in the following resistance values to suit the most common security and electronic access control systems & panels. Note these are dual or double EOL resistors. ATMOD01 – 1K/1K – Black, suits: Protege GX, Protege WX, CCURE, Lenel ATMOD22 – 2K/2K – Green, suits: …
Learning with Jack Fuse
Jack Fuse is excited to launch our FREE two part Product & Power Distribution Certification. Participants will learn how to get the most out of the Jack Fuse product range ensuring an efficient and safe Jack Fuse installation. Great general power distribution and protection training is also provided that is useful in any security installation. …
Silencing the DOTL
Door Open To Long (DOTL) sounders are used at a door to warn when the door has been left open longer than a pre-set time. They are also sometimes used in large retail stores with secure fire exits to alert staff if a customer opens the door. The problem is that in the event of …
Missing the point…..
I found this today, a recent install. Maybe we need to make the instructions a little more clear/simple. The installer has used a separate relay to take the fire interface and monitor the fire trip. They have then fed the switched power into the fuse module. The whole point of the PP8FR is to provide …
What is next for the Power Port Range?
The time has come to evaluate the current design of the PP8FR and PP4F against current market needs. We would greatly appreciate any feed back or new ideas from installers of our Power Port range. If you have any comments or want to make suggestions for new features please feel free to comment on this …
Security Cable Voltage Drop Part 2 Technical Calculations & Solution
Voltage drop issues in security systems can be avoided with some simple calculations leading to correct cable selection. Theory We power electric locks and other devices via sheathed copper cable. This cable has a known resistance per meter and the electric device will require a known current. The resistance causes the voltage to drop as …
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Security Cable Voltage Drop Part 1 – Explanation and Diagnostics
Cable voltage drop refers to the lower potential available at the far end of a cable run compared to the potential available at the power supply end. Voltage drop in access control systems is often ignored until it presents a problem and can be difficult to diagnose. The effect of voltage drop is most often …
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