Potter PAD100-TRTI Two Relay Two Input Module

Potter PAD100-TRTI Two Relay Two Input Module

Overview

The Potter PAD100-TRTI is a two relay, two input module designed to expand input/output capabilities in access control and security system installations. This control module provides integrators with flexible relay control and discrete input monitoring, enabling coordination of door strikes, magnetic locks, request-to-exit buttons, and other access control peripherals. The PAD100-TRTI (often searched as PAD100 TRTI) integrates into Potter control systems and similar platforms where distributed I/O expansion is required.

Key Features

• Two independently controlled relay outputs for strike control, maglock switching, or auxiliary device activation
• Two discrete inputs for monitoring door sensors, request-to-exit switches, or other binary signals
• Compact module design for efficient panel or distributed installation
• Direct integration with Potter access control systems
• Supports standard security system communication protocols
• Reliable electromechanical relay contact design for high-current switching
• Field-installable in both new and retrofit deployments
• Status monitoring of all input states for real-time system awareness

Integration & Compatibility

The PAD100-TRTI expands I/O capacity for Potter access control platforms and compatible control systems. Two relay outputs accommodate standard electromagnetic strikes, mag locks, and other solenoid-based hardware. Two inputs support door position sensors (magnetic switches), request-to-exit sensors, and other dry-contact status signals. This module is essential for multi-door installations where central processing units have limited native I/O, allowing distributed relay and input nodes across the facility.

Installers benefit from the PAD100-TRTI's straightforward terminal block wiring and status feedback capability. The module supports monitoring of input state changes in real time, enabling alarm conditions or audit trail logging when doors are propped, after-hours access is attempted, or emergency exit devices are triggered. Integration with Potter's control software allows configuration of relay trigger conditions based on reader events, time schedules, or input state changes.

Technical Specifications

Relay Outputs: Two independent relay contacts rated for standard access control loads (strike coils, mag locks, warning devices). Inputs: Two discrete inputs for door sensors, RTE buttons, alarm devices. Communication: Integrates with Potter control system communication architecture. Module Design: Terminal block connections for power, relay loads, and input sensors. Power Requirements: Standard 12 VDC or 24 VDC depending on system configuration (verify with control panel specifications).

Ted Perry

I've deployed the Potter PAD100-TRTI in multi-door access control systems where the main control panel's I/O capacity reached saturation. This module solves the practical problem of adding relay outputs and discrete inputs without replacing the entire control system. The PAD100-TRTI is straightforward to integrate and provides reliable contact closure for strike control and maglock switching across distributed doors.

Technical Highlights:

• Relay Output Flexibility: Two independent relay outputs handle strike coils, mag locks, and auxiliary solenoids without requiring additional intermediate relays, reducing wiring complexity and cost.
• Input Monitoring: Two discrete inputs enable real-time monitoring of door position sensors and request-to-exit buttons, providing status feedback for auditing and alarm logic.
• Integration Simplicity: Terminal block connections and Potter system compatibility mean minimal learning curve for installers already familiar with Potter platforms.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify voltage compatibility (12 VDC or 24 VDC) with your primary control panel before installation to avoid miswiring.
• Plan input wiring carefully—ensure door sensors and RTE switches provide clean dry contacts to avoid false triggers or missed state changes.
• Test relay contacts under full load (actual strike or maglock current) after installation to confirm proper operation before final system commissioning.

The PAD100-TRTI is a cost-effective way to extend I/O capacity in Potter-based systems without architectural redesign. If you're running multiple doors from a single panel or need to add relay-controlled devices to an existing installation, this module delivers reliable, proven performance.