Altronix WAYPOINT10A8DU 24/28VAC 8-Output NEMA 4X Hardened Power Supply
Overview
The Altronix WAYPOINT10A8DU is a hardened, multi-output AC power supply engineered for surveillance and access control installations where the environment — not the budget — is the primary design constraint. With eight individually PTC-protected outputs, a NEMA 4/4X-rated enclosure, and a verified operating range of -40°C to 70°C, this unit is built to run continuously in outdoor cabinets, loading docks, cold-storage facilities, and industrial spaces where standard power supplies simply don't belong. If you're planning a deployment in a location where condensation, hose-down exposure, or temperature extremes are part of the daily reality, the WAYPOINT10A8DU belongs on your shortlist of Altronix power distribution solutions.
Key Features
- Dual Voltage Output — 24VAC or 28VAC: Field-selectable output voltage lets you match the supply to your camera or door-controller spec without adding a transformer. Running 24VAC pan-tilt cameras alongside 28VAC lock hardware on the same riser? This unit handles both modes, though not simultaneously — plan your load accordingly at design time.
- 4A Total Output at 24VAC / 3.5A at 28VAC: At 24V, you have 4 amps to distribute across eight outputs — about 500mA average per channel if loaded evenly. For a typical 24VAC IR camera drawing 250–350mA, that's room for eight cameras with headroom to spare. Stepping up to 28VAC trims the total to 3.5A, so recalculate your load budget before specifying the output voltage.
- Eight PTC-Protected Outputs at 2.5A Each: Each output carries an individual 2.5A PTC (polymeric positive temperature coefficient) resettable overcurrent device. A shorted camera or wiring fault on one run trips only that output — the other seven keep running. No fuses to stock, no service call to reset a blown fuse in a remote enclosure.
- NEMA 4/4X and IP66-11 Enclosure: NEMA 4X means the housing resists corrosion in addition to providing the rain, hose-down, and dust sealing of standard NEMA 4. IP66-11 confirms protection against powerful water jets. This is the right choice for exterior electrical rooms, car washes, food processing areas, and anywhere stainless-steel hardware is the norm — not an upgrade.
- -40°C to 70°C Operating Temperature: The full industrial temperature range covers unheated enclosures in northern climates (cold cranking at -40°C) and sun-baked rooftop boxes in the summer (70°C upper limit). Most commercial-grade supplies derate or fail below -10°C; this one doesn't. Storage is rated to -40°C / +75°C if the unit will sit in a warehouse before commissioning.
- 115VAC or 230VAC Input — 50/60Hz: Dual primary input voltage (115VAC at 1.0A / 230VAC at 0.5A, 115VA total) means the same unit can be deployed on North American or international mains without a step-down transformer. A meaningful advantage when you're standardizing a hardware BOM across multiple sites or export projects.
- UL/CUL Listed: Listing under both UL and CUL satisfies the AHJ requirements for security and fire-alarm-adjacent installations in the US and Canada without requiring a separate variance. Confirm with your local inspector, but UL/CUL listing is typically sufficient for permit pull on commercial security projects.
- 85% RH Humidity Rating: Paired with the NEMA 4X shell, the 85% ±5% humidity tolerance means the internal components are specified for condensing-adjacent environments. You're not relying on the enclosure alone to protect the electronics — the components themselves are rated for high-moisture operation.
Integration and Compatibility
The WAYPOINT10A8DU outputs 24VAC or 28VAC, which aligns directly with the power input requirements of the majority of 24VAC-spec analog and IP surveillance cameras, PTZ drives, and electromagnetic locks from major access control manufacturers. It does not supply DC output — if your reader or controller requires 12VDC or 24VDC, pair this unit with an appropriate DC power supply rather than attempting to use it as a direct replacement. The eight-output architecture is well matched to single-riser, multi-camera runs where a homerun to each camera is impractical; distribute the outputs across a terminal block and label each PTC circuit on your as-built drawings for serviceability. For larger deployments requiring more outputs or DC distribution, consult the broader power supply catalog to find a complementary unit that can share the same NEMA 4X enclosure footprint. Review your power planning guide before finalizing the load schedule — even with eight outputs, total system draw must stay under the 4A (24VAC) or 3.5A (28VAC) ceiling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the WAYPOINT10A8DU supply both 24VAC and 28VAC outputs simultaneously?
A: No. The unit is field-selectable between 24VAC (4A total) and 28VAC (3.5A total), but it operates at one voltage at a time. All eight outputs share the selected voltage. If your installation requires both 24VAC and 28VAC loads, you will need separate power supplies for each voltage.
Q: What happens if one camera shorts out and trips its PTC output?
A: Only the affected output trips. The remaining seven outputs continue to operate normally. PTC devices are self-resetting — once the fault is cleared, the output recovers without requiring manual fuse replacement or a service visit to the enclosure.
Q: Is the WAYPOINT10A8DU rated for outdoor installation in sub-zero climates?
A: Yes. The operating temperature range is -40°C to 70°C, making it suitable for unheated enclosures in northern climates. The NEMA 4/4X enclosure and IP66-11 rating add protection against rain, hose-down, and corrosion. No supplemental heating is required within the rated temperature range.
Q: Does the WAYPOINT10A8DU work on 230VAC European mains?
A: Yes. The unit accepts either 115VAC at 1.0A or 230VAC at 0.5A, 50/60Hz, with a total input draw of 115VA. This makes it suitable for international deployments without a step-down transformer, provided local wiring codes are followed.
Q: What agency listings does the WAYPOINT10A8DU carry?
A: The unit is UL and CUL Listed, satisfying the AHJ requirements for commercial security installations in both the United States and Canada. Always verify with your local authority having jurisdiction for permit-specific requirements.
Q: How many cameras can the WAYPOINT10A8DU realistically power?
A: Up to eight cameras, one per output, provided the total load stays within 4A at 24VAC or 3.5A at 28VAC. A typical 24VAC IR dome drawing 300mA leaves comfortable headroom across all eight outputs. Calculate your actual per-camera draw from the camera spec sheet and sum all eight loads before finalizing.
The WAYPOINT10A8DU is one of the few AC power supplies I'd spec without hesitation for an unheated exterior enclosure in a cold-climate installation. That -40°C lower operating limit is not a marketing number — it's the difference between a system that cranks up on a January morning in Minnesota and one that needs a service call before the facility opens. The NEMA 4X corrosion-resistant rating on top of the temperature range makes this a legitimate industrial-grade unit, not a commercial supply dressed up in a metal box.
Technical Highlights:
- 8 × PTC-Protected Outputs at 2.5A each: Individual resettable overcurrent protection per circuit means a wiring fault on one run doesn't kill the board. In a surveillance riser with eight cameras, that's the difference between one camera going offline and an entire floor going dark.
- 4A / 3.5A Total at 24VAC / 28VAC: The total output budget is modest — plan your load schedule before you spec this unit. Eight outputs at 500mA average each leaves reasonable headroom for 24VAC domes, but high-draw PTZ or heater-equipped cameras could hit the ceiling fast.
- 115VAC or 230VAC Input, 115VA total: The dual-primary input is genuinely useful on multi-site or international contracts where standardizing the hardware BOM across different mains voltages saves procurement headaches.
Deployment Considerations:
- Total output current — 4A at 24VAC — must be distributed across all active outputs. Map every camera's rated draw against the spec sheet before commissioning, and leave 15–20% headroom for inrush on cold-start in low-temperature environments.
- The unit outputs AC, not DC. Access control readers, electric strikes drawing DC, and any device requiring 12VDC or 24VDC regulation cannot be powered from this supply — plan a separate DC distribution point for those loads.
This is the right unit for outdoor or industrial surveillance deployments in environments where temperature extremes, moisture, and corrosion rule out standard commercial supplies — loading dock camera arrays, cold-storage perimeter systems, or exterior PTZ risers where the enclosure lives outside year-round.
