Camden CX-ED1799L-8 Dual Monitor Electric Strike
The Camden CX-ED1799L-8 is a TCP/IP-enabled electric strike purpose-built for single-door access control installations where remote monitoring and real-time status feedback are non-negotiable. The strike body accommodates two integrated monitor switches, delivering dual-channel door state verification—a feature that eliminates ambiguity in high-security environments where false negatives on door locking create operational risk.
Overview
This strike communicates directly over TCP/IP, allowing network-based monitoring and control without relay translation layers or analog intermediaries. Operating at 12VDC, the CX-ED1799L-8 simplifies power distribution in existing infrastructure and reduces shock hazard in public-facing installations. The dual monitor switch configuration means you get cross-verification of strike activation: if one switch fails to report, the second provides immediate confirmation or fault detection. This redundancy is particularly valuable in retail access points, secure corridors, and server room entries where door security cannot tolerate silent failures.
Key Features
- Dual Monitor Switches: Two independent feedback channels eliminate single points of failure. When both switches confirm strike engagement, you know the door is locked. When they diverge, you trigger immediate diagnostics or alerts—this beats single-sensor designs where you never know if the strike actually fired.
- TCP/IP Communication: Direct network integration cuts latency and simplifies API hooks to your access control platform. No serial converters, no relay modules—network frames arrive in milliseconds, enabling real-time monitoring dashboards and faster exception handling.
- 12VDC Low-Voltage Design: Runs from standard low-voltage power supplies already present in most access control cabinets. Reduces wiring complexity and eliminates high-voltage shock risk. Integrators appreciate the simplified certification pathway on public-facing doors.
- Single-Door Capacity: Rated explicitly for one door, making it ideal for focused deployments (secure entry points, controlled-access rooms) rather than broad-scale multi-door installations.
- Electromechanical Strike Body: Solid-state design delivers reliable locking without moving solenoid coils that degrade over time. Rated for extended duty cycles in high-traffic access points.
- Real-Time Status Reporting: Continuous feedback allows system administrators to verify strike engagement immediately after unlock events and detect fault conditions within seconds, not hours.
Integration & Compatibility
The CX-ED1799L-8 integrates into networked access control platforms through its TCP/IP interface. It communicates with controllers, door management software, and VMS platforms that support standard network protocols. The dual monitor switches output discrete status signals that feed into your system's logic engine, triggering conditional alerts, audit logs, or interlocks based on strike state. Before deployment, verify TCP/IP port availability on your switch infrastructure and confirm network latency expectations with your access control vendor—most platforms tolerate 200ms round-trip latency without issue, but real-time high-security deployments may impose tighter constraints. The access control integration guide covers common platform handshakes and IP addressing strategies.
Specification Summary
- Communication Protocol: TCP/IP—native network communication without intermediaries
- Voltage: 12VDC—integrates with standard low-voltage supplies
- Monitor Switches: 2 independent channels—cross-verification of strike state
- Door Capacity: 1 door—single-installation design
- Product Type: Electric strike body—electromechanical locking mechanism
When to Choose a Different Model
If you need multi-door strike management across a facility, consider higher-capacity strike models in the Camden line that support relay chains or distributed I/O expansion. If your platform requires 24VDC operation or analog feedback only (no IP networking), a traditional hard-wired strike may be more cost-effective. If environmental factors demand IP67 (full submersion tolerance) or extreme temperature swing, verify the CX-ED1799L-8 operating envelope first—12VDC designs typically assume climate-controlled cabinets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the CX-ED1799L-8 work with Milestone XProtect or other major VMS platforms?
A: The CX-ED1799L-8 communicates via TCP/IP, enabling integration with most networked access control systems. Compatibility depends on your platform's support for generic TCP/IP strike drivers. Consult your VMS vendor's device certification list or contact pre-sales engineering to confirm.
Q: What's the power draw, and will my 12VDC supply handle it?
A: The CX-ED1799L-8 operates on 12VDC. Consult the product datasheet for exact current draw during strike activation. Most access control power supplies (5–10A rated) easily handle a single strike, but verify total load if deploying multiple strikes on one supply.
Q: Can I use a single monitor switch instead of both?
A: The dual monitor switch design is integral to the CX-ED1799L-8—it provides cross-verification and fault detection. Disabling one switch defeats the redundancy benefit. If you need a single-monitor strike, explore other models in the Camden family.
Q: Is the CX-ED1799L-8 compatible with fail-safe or fail-secure operation?
A: Strike behavior (lock energized vs. de-energized) depends on your access control system logic and power supply configuration. The CX-ED1799L-8 itself is a passive strike body. Confirm fail-mode requirements with your system integrator or access control vendor before commissioning.
Q: What's the mean time between failures (MTBF) for the dual monitor switches?
A: Monitor switches are electromechanical components with typical lifespans in the 1–3 million cycle range depending on load and duty cycle. Refer to the datasheet for exact MTBF or reliability data.
Q: Does the CX-ED1799L-8 support ONVIF or other open standards?
A: The strike communicates via TCP/IP. ONVIF support depends on your access control platform's drivers. ONVIF is primarily a video surveillance standard, so most door strike integrations use proprietary or custom TCP/IP handlers. Verify with your platform vendor.
Jerry TildsenPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The Camden CX-ED1799L-8 solves a problem that single-sensor strike designs leave open: silent failure. The dual monitor switches mean you're not relying on one mechanical contact to confirm that a door actually locked. When both switches agree, you know the strike fired. When they diverge, you know something's wrong before a security audit finds it. That's the real value of the CX-ED1799L-8 in high-security single-door deployments.
Technical Highlights:
- Dual Monitor Feedback Channels: Two independent switches eliminate ambiguity around strike state. In a failure scenario, you get immediate notification rather than discovering the strike failed to engage when someone tries to open the door. Cross-verification is critical in retail loss-prevention and secure-room access points.
- TCP/IP Native Communication: Direct network messaging cuts out relay translation layers and analog signal conditioning. Status updates arrive in milliseconds, enabling real-time monitoring dashboards and faster response to fault conditions. No serial gateways, no analog-to-digital converters—just network frames to your access control platform.
- 12VDC Low-Voltage Design: Runs from standard access control power supplies already present in your cabinet. Simplified wiring, faster installation, lower certification overhead on public-facing doors. Low-voltage also means lower shock hazard and easier troubleshooting for field technicians.
Deployment Considerations:
- Network latency: Verify your switch and network infrastructure can sustain consistent sub-200ms round-trip messaging to the strike. If your access control platform runs over WiFi or WAN links, test latency before full deployment.
- Single-door scope: The CX-ED1799L-8 is rated for one door. If you're deploying across a multi-door corridor or stairwell, you'll need multiple strikes and corresponding TCP/IP channels on your controller. Plan your IP addressing and switch port allocation upfront.
- Power supply capacity: Confirm your 12VDC supply has headroom. Strike activation draws peak current for a few hundred milliseconds. An undersized supply can sag the voltage bus and cause intermittent failures in other access control devices. Aim for at least 20% headroom above calculated peak load.
Position the CX-ED1799L-8 for secure single-entry points—retail loss-prevention gates, server room doors, secure corridors—where real-time door state verification and redundant feedback justify the TCP/IP complexity. If you're protecting a warehouse loading dock with dozens of doors, a simpler hard-wired strike and basic relay feedback will be faster to deploy and cheaper to maintain.
