Altronix AL600XPD4CB220 12/24VDC 6A 4-Output Surveillance Power Supply with BC400 Enclosure
Overview
The Altronix AL600XPD4CB220 is a hardwired 12/24VDC power supply designed for international surveillance and access control deployments where 220VAC mains are standard. Delivering up to 6A of total output current across four individually PTC-protected distribution outputs, this unit fits installations that need reliable, supervised power in a single-enclosure format — without the added cost of a separate distribution panel. Browse the full Altronix power supply lineup for additional output configurations and enclosure sizes.
The AL600XPD4CB220 pairs the AL600X power supply board with the PD4CB distribution module and the BC400 cabinet in a pre-integrated assembly — meaning you receive a ready-to-mount unit rather than a collection of components to wire separately on the bench. If you're specifying security power supplies for a European or international project, this is the model to evaluate first: it accepts 220VAC input natively and carries CE European Conformity, so it clears the most common import and installation approval hurdles without a step-down transformer in the loop.
Key Features
- 6A @ 12VDC or 24VDC Output: Six amps of total current headroom means you can power multiple cameras, door controllers, or auxiliary devices from a single supply — enough for a typical four-camera access point cluster without a separate distribution panel. Selecting 12VDC powers most legacy analog and IP cameras; switching to 24VDC serves electric locks and door strikes that require the higher rail.
- 220VAC Input: Native 220VAC input eliminates the need for an external step-down transformer in regions where 220V mains are standard — a practical cost and footprint reduction on international projects. This is the defining reason to choose this SKU over the domestic 115VAC AL600X variants.
- 4 PTC-Protected Output Channels: Each of the four outputs is individually protected by a PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) resettable device. A short on one camera or lock circuit trips only that channel — the remaining three outputs stay live. PTC devices self-reset after the fault clears, so field techs don't need to replace fuses on a service call.
- Sealed Lead-Acid / Gel Battery Charging: The integrated charger supports SLA or gel-type batteries, allowing you to wire a standby battery directly inside the BC400 enclosure. In the event of a mains failure, connected devices continue drawing from the battery without any external UPS or switchover relay.
- AC Fail, Battery Fail, and Battery Presence Supervision: Three supervised outputs give your monitoring platform real-time visibility into power health. AC Fail triggers if mains is lost; Battery Fail alerts if the battery drops below threshold; Battery Presence confirms the battery is actually connected — catching a common installation oversight before it becomes a liability during a real outage.
- CE European Conformity: CE marking confirms this unit meets EU low-voltage and EMC directives, which simplifies procurement for projects in Europe or other CE-accepting markets. For access control power supply specifications on international projects, this compliance check eliminates a frequent procurement bottleneck.
- BC400 Enclosure Integration: The BC400 cabinet provides a lockable, wall-mountable metal housing that keeps the power supply board, distribution module, and battery in a single secure footprint — reducing conduit runs and keeping the installation tidy in equipment rooms and server closets.
Integration & Compatibility
The AL600XPD4CB220 is designed for use with cameras, access control readers, door strikes, and ancillary security devices that operate on 12VDC or 24VDC. The four-output PD4CB distribution module accommodates up to four independent circuit runs from a single supply point — useful in multi-door or multi-camera clusters where individual circuit protection is required. When sizing for battery backup, select an SLA or gel-type battery that fits within the BC400 cabinet's internal dimensions and matches the ampere-hour runtime your project demands; Altronix publishes sizing guidance in their support documentation. For larger installations requiring more outputs or higher current, review the broader Altronix catalog for AL1012 and ALTV series units. Pair with a PoE switch when IP cameras are in the mix and centralized power management over Ethernet is preferred for some runs while hardwired 12/24VDC serves the remaining devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What input voltage does the AL600XPD4CB220 require?
A: The AL600XPD4CB220 accepts 220VAC input, making it suited for international deployments and regions where 220V mains is standard. It is not designed for 115VAC without a step-up transformer.
Q: Can the AL600XPD4CB220 power both 12VDC and 24VDC devices simultaneously?
A: No — the unit is configured for either 12VDC or 24VDC output, not both simultaneously. Select the output voltage that matches your connected devices before installation.
Q: What type of battery does the AL600XPD4CB220 charger support?
A: The integrated charger is compatible with sealed lead-acid (SLA) and gel-type batteries. Flooded or lithium batteries are not supported by this charger circuit.
Q: How does the PTC protection work on the four outputs?
A: Each output channel uses a resettable PTC device. If a short circuit occurs on one channel, only that output trips — the other three remain operational. Once the fault is cleared, the PTC resets automatically without requiring fuse replacement.
Q: What supervision signals does the AL600XPD4CB220 provide?
A: The unit provides three supervised outputs: AC Fail (mains loss detected), Battery Fail (battery below operating threshold), and Battery Presence (confirms battery is physically connected). These signals can be monitored by a compatible panel or controller.
Q: Is the AL600XPD4CB220 CE certified for use in Europe?
A: Yes. The AL600XPD4CB220 carries CE European Conformity, meeting EU low-voltage and EMC directives. This simplifies regulatory approval for installations in CE-accepting markets.
The AL600XPD4CB220 is the unit I specify when a project is overseas or in a facility with 220VAC mains and the integrator wants a single-enclosure answer — not a transformer, a separate distribution board, and a power supply stacked together on a backplate. Six amps at 12 or 24VDC across four individually PTC-protected outputs, factory-assembled into the BC400 cabinet, covers the majority of small-to-mid door or camera clusters in a single wall-mount footprint.
Technical Highlights:
- 220VAC Native Input: Eliminates the step-down transformer cost and additional wiring typically required when deploying North American-spec power supplies in European or Middle Eastern installations — a meaningful savings on a multi-site rollout.
- PTC Resettable Protection per Output: Four independent PTC-protected channels mean a shorted door strike or camera doesn't cascade to take down adjacent circuits. The PTC resets after fault clearance — no service call just to swap a fuse.
- Three-Point Supervision (AC Fail / Battery Fail / Battery Presence): This trio of supervised outputs integrates directly into a monitoring panel. Battery Presence is the one that earns its keep — it catches the tech who wired the cabinet but forgot to connect the standby battery, before that omission shows up during a real power event.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm output voltage selection (12VDC vs. 24VDC) matches your connected device mix before installation — the unit is not a dual-rail supply and cannot output both voltages simultaneously.
- Battery sizing is on you: the BC400 enclosure has finite internal space, so verify your chosen SLA or gel battery physically fits the cabinet before ordering. Altronix's published sizing tables are the reference — do not estimate from current draw alone without accounting for required runtime.
For a four-door access control cluster or a four-camera analog perimeter node at a European manufacturing facility, the AL600XPD4CB220 is the clean single-enclosure answer — properly supervised, code-compliant with CE, and ready to mount without additional componentry.
