Lifesafety Power FPO250/250-2M8NLC2SD16E8M2/P16-A 250W Power Supply
Overview
The FPO250/250-2M8NLC2SD16E8M2/P16-A is a 250W redundant power supply with managed distribution built for surveillance and access control installations where multiple door controllers, readers, locks, and cameras draw power from a single backbone. It delivers either 20A at 12V or 10A at 24V—enough to support a mid-to-large access control panel, several remote readers, and multiple camera branches without requiring separate supply runs. The 8-output managed distribution module, fused at 3A per output, protects each load independently and prevents a single short from cascading across your entire system. Mounted in an E8 enclosure (36H × 30W × 6.5D inches), it fits standard vertical cabinet rails and centralizes power delivery where you can visually confirm fuse status and quickly diagnose supply-side failures.
Compatibility
This supply pairs with Lifesafety Power access control and integrated security platforms that accept 12V or 24V DC input. The managed output module supports any combination of low-current devices—HID or Salto reader boards, electric strikes, magnetic locks, door position sensors, and PoE injectors for camera runs. The E8 form factor fits standard 19-inch rack rails and wall-mount brackets used in most security equipment cabinets. Confirm your system's input voltage requirement (12V or 24V) and total amperage draw before installation; this unit is configured as a single-voltage supply, not dual-voltage switchable.
Installation Notes
Mount the E8 enclosure vertically in a secure, temperature-controlled cabinet to protect fuses and connections from tampering and condensation. Each of the 8 managed outputs is independently fused at 3A, so plan your device distribution to balance load across outputs—avoid clustering all locks on a single output. Wire AC mains to the indicated terminals on the primary circuit board; provide a dedicated 15A or 20A circuit breaker upstream. Redundant power models (indicated by the "2" in the model number) include dual supplies with automatic switchover; verify the companion supply is also present and properly connected before powering the cabinet. Test each output independently with a multimeter to confirm voltage and amperage before connecting critical loads.
