i-PRO MC-BL3 Altronix BL3 Battery Leads 18 Inch 18AWG Pair
Battery backup installations fail when connections compromise system reliability. The MC-BL3 eliminates integration headaches with pre-terminated 18-inch 18AWG leads engineered for secure, code-compliant connections between backup batteries and power supplies in access control and surveillance deployments. These red-jacketed lead pairs handle the current demands of sealed lead-acid batteries while maintaining proper polarity identification throughout the installation lifecycle.
Key Features
- 18-inch length provides optimal reach for typical enclosure battery-to-board spacing
- 18AWG wire gauge handles current requirements for 12V/24V SLA backup batteries
- Red jacket ensures instant polarity identification during installation and maintenance
- Pre-terminated connections eliminate field stripping and reduce installation errors
- Pair configuration supplies both positive and negative battery connections
- Compatible with Altronix power supplies and battery backup systems
- Designed for enclosed security equipment installations
Power supply integrations require consistent, repeatable connections—especially in access control systems where backup power determines whether doors fail-secure or fail-safe during outages. The MC-BL3 standardizes these connections across installations, reducing field variables that lead to intermittent faults or voltage drops. The 18-inch length suits most NEMA enclosures and wall-mount chassis without excess wire management, while the 18AWG conductor handles typical 7AH-18AH battery charging and discharge cycles without voltage sag.
These leads integrate with Altronix power platforms commonly specified for multi-door access control and distributed camera systems requiring supervised backup power. The red jacket maintains NEC color-coding expectations for DC power distribution, simplifying troubleshooting and system documentation. When backup runtime calculations depend on minimizing voltage drop between battery and supply, proper gauge and termination matter—the MC-BL3 delivers both in a field-ready component that eliminates one more potential failure point in critical security infrastructure.
