Altronix T3AMK7716S Trove3AM3 Dual Power Supply Access Control System

Overview

The Altronix T3AMK7716S is a complete dual-supply power distribution and access control platform designed for AMAG-based security installations. This Trove3AM3 configuration delivers redundant 24VDC power with integrated access power control and voltage regulation, making it ideal for distributed access control deployments requiring fault tolerance and centralized power management.

Key Features

• Dual AL1024ULXB2 Power Supplies: Two independent 10A@24VDC regulated power supplies provide redundancy and increased aggregate capacity for multi-door access control systems
• Dual ACMS8 Access Power Controllers: Two 8-fuse dual input/output access controllers manage power distribution to access points with independent circuit protection
• Dual VR6 Voltage Regulators: Stabilized output voltage for consistent access control device performance across load variations
• Dual PDS8 Power Distribution Modules: Two 8-fuse distribution modules enable granular circuit management and fault isolation
• Fused Circuit Protection: Multiple ACMS8 and PDS8 modules provide 8-fuse configurations per module, protecting individual access control loads and preventing cascade failures
• AMAG Integration: Factory-labeled configuration for AMAG access control systems, ensuring compatibility with standard AMAG hardware deployments
• Cam Lock Security: Included cam lock secures the enclosure against unauthorized access or tampering
• Tamper Switches: Two (2) tamper switches detect enclosure intrusion and trigger system alerts
• Complete Mounting Hardware: All necessary hardware included for wall or DIN rail installation

Integration & Compatibility

The T3AMK7716S is purpose-built for AMAG access control ecosystems and integrates seamlessly with AMAG credential readers, electronic locks, and management software. The dual-supply architecture provides redundancy for critical access control applications, ensuring that loss of a single power supply does not compromise system operation. The fused distribution design isolates individual door circuits, preventing a short or overload on one access point from affecting others. Each ACMS8 dual input/output configuration accepts two independent input sources, enabling seamless switchover between primary and backup supplies.

Package Contents

• Two (2) AL1024ULXB2 10A@24VDC regulated power supplies
• Two (2) ACMS8 8-fuse dual input/output access controllers
• Two (2) VR6 voltage regulators
• Two (2) PDS8 8-fuse dual input/output power distribution modules
• Cam lock for enclosure security
• Two (2) tamper switches
• Complete mounting hardware

Ted Perry

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

During integration planning for a multi-building access control expansion, I evaluated the Altronix T3AMK7716S as a redundant power backbone for AMAG systems. This kit addresses a core operational requirement: ensuring that access control infrastructure survives single points of failure. The dual-supply architecture with independent voltage regulators and fused distribution is the right approach for enterprise deployments where access denial equals facility security and operational disruption.

Technical Highlights:

• Redundant 10A@24VDC Capacity: Two independent AL1024ULXB2 supplies mean that loss of one supply does not disable access control. In my testing, the dual-input ACMS8 controllers seamlessly pass load to the secondary supply, and the VR6 regulators maintain stable output across the transition.
• Granular Circuit Protection: The dual ACMS8 and PDS8 modules provide 16 total fused circuits (8 per ACMS8, 8 per PDS8). This level of isolation prevents cascading failures when individual door strikes or readers develop faults.
• AMAG Ecosystem Integration: Factory labeling and dual input/output configuration are designed specifically for AMAG credential and lock hardware, eliminating custom wiring and reducing deployment risk.

Deployment Considerations:

• The dual-supply design requires proper input source planning. Ensure both AL1024ULXB2 supplies are fed from independent circuit breakers or UPS sources to achieve true redundancy; a single input source defeat negates the fault tolerance benefit.
• Fuse sizing and load balancing across the 16 total circuits must be validated against your door count and strike current profiles. Oversizing fuses creates risk; undersizing causes nuisance trips.
• The included tamper switches should be integrated into your access control event logging so that enclosure intrusion is detected and logged in real time.

The T3AMK7716S is a solid engineering choice for AMAG-based access control systems that require redundancy without adding proprietary complexity. It scales across 2–16+ access points and integrates directly into existing AMAG infrastructure. Recommended for enterprises with uptime SLAs and facilities where access denial has business impact.