Altronix T1KE3F8D TROVE1 Kisi 8-Door Access Control Power Enclosure
Overview
The Altronix T1KE3F8D is a pre-configured TROVE1 enclosure purpose-built for deployments pairing the Altronix power and distribution platform with the Kisi cloud-based access control system. It ships ready to support up to eight access-controlled doors from a single 18" x 14.5" x 4.62" UL294-listed enclosure — replacing the hours of custom wiring and layout work that an integrator would otherwise spend assembling equivalent components from scratch. If your project spec calls for Kisi as the access platform and you need a clean, code-compliant power solution in a single box, the T1KE3F8D is the part to order.
Drawing 3.5A from a standard 120VAC/60Hz circuit, the unit delivers a regulated 24VDC at 6A to power door hardware — strikes, mag-locks, and readers — without requiring a dedicated high-amperage circuit. That output headroom covers a realistic mixed door load while leaving margin for expansion within the enclosure's PTC structure.
Key Features
- 24VDC / 6A Regulated Output: Delivers enough current for eight doors running typical electrified hardware. At 24VDC you can drive longer wire runs to remote doors with lower voltage drop than a 12VDC system — relevant on large floor plates where panel-to-door distances push 200+ feet.
- Eight PTC-Protected Outputs at 2.5A Each: Polymeric positive-temperature-coefficient overcurrent protection on every output means a shorted lock or reader trips only that circuit — the other seven doors keep operating. No blown fuses to swap on a Saturday night call.
- 7AH / 12VDC Battery Backup: Onboard battery capacity keeps controlled doors operational through short outages. Size your hold-up time expectation to the actual lock current draw; a typical 500mA mag-lock per door gives you meaningful hold-up on this 7AH reserve without an external battery cabinet.
- UL294 / CAN/ULC-S319-05 / CE Listed: UL294 is the listing inspectors and AHJs look for on access control power supplies. Having it factory-installed in the TROVE1 chassis means you are not retrofitting a listed supply into an unlisted enclosure — the whole assembly meets the listing requirement, which matters for final inspection sign-off.
- 120VAC Input on a Standard 3.5A Circuit: Connects to a conventional 15A branch circuit without a dedicated sub-panel. In retrofit projects where electrical capacity is tight, a 3.5A draw is easy to accommodate off existing circuits near the IDF closet.
- 18" x 14.5" x 4.62" Steel Enclosure: Shallow 4.62" depth fits in standard IDF/MDF wall-mount scenarios without protruding into aisle clearance. The TROVE1 form factor is designed to co-locate the Altronix power module and the Kisi controller board inside a single lockable enclosure — cleaner than a multi-box install and easier to audit during service calls.
- 0°C to 49°C Operating Range: Covers conditioned equipment rooms, server closets, and light industrial environments. Not rated for unconditioned outdoor enclosures — plan for a climate-controlled space or add an enclosure heater if the install location drops below freezing.
- 90 BTU/Hr Heat Dissipation: A 90 BTU/Hr thermal load is modest and will not meaningfully raise temperatures in a ventilated equipment room. Relevant for closets with multiple heat-generating devices — factor it into your thermal budget but it is unlikely to be a constraint.
Integration and Compatibility
The T1KE3F8D is factory-configured for the Altronix TROVE1 platform integrated with Kisi access control. This is not a generic power supply — the enclosure layout, mounting provisions, and wiring harness are matched to the Kisi controller's physical and electrical requirements. If your project uses a different access control head-end (Lenel, S2, Brivo, Genetec hardware), this is not the correct SKU; select the appropriate Altronix TROVE1 variant matched to that platform instead.
The 24VDC output aligns with the most common electrified door hardware voltage specification. Verify your lock hardware and reader specifications before finalizing the install — mixing 12VDC and 24VDC hardware on the same output circuits requires attention to compatibility. The eight access control outputs accommodate a wide range of door configurations: electric strikes, magnetic locks, and electric latch retraction devices all operate reliably at 24VDC with appropriate current draw.
For integrators planning a multi-enclosure deployment, Altronix's TROVE ecosystem supports expansion. A single T1KE3F8D handles up to eight doors; larger campuses with 16, 24, or 32 controlled openings should review the Altronix TROVE2 and TROVE3 variants or plan multiple T1KE3F8D units with appropriate panel-level aggregation in the access control panel architecture. Pair with a compatible PoE switch if your Kisi reader deployment uses IP-based readers drawing power from the network rather than from the panel output.
Agency listings — UL294, CAN/ULC-S319-05, and CE — support deployment in the US, Canada, and CE-mark jurisdictions. This is a meaningful advantage for integrators working on multi-site enterprise accounts with properties in all three regions, since a single product SKU satisfies local inspection requirements in each market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the output voltage and current of the T1KE3F8D?
A: The T1KE3F8D delivers 24VDC at 6A total output current, distributed across eight PTC-protected outputs rated at 2.5A each.
Q: Does the T1KE3F8D include battery backup, and what capacity is provided?
A: Yes. The unit includes a 7AH/12VDC battery backup to maintain door access operations during short power outages. Hold-up duration depends on the actual current draw of your connected door hardware.
Q: What agency listings does the T1KE3F8D carry?
A: The T1KE3F8D is listed to UL294, CAN/ULC-S319-05, and CE — covering access control power supply requirements in the United States, Canada, and CE-mark jurisdictions.
Q: Is the T1KE3F8D compatible with access control platforms other than Kisi?
A: No. This SKU is factory-configured for the Altronix TROVE1 platform paired specifically with Kisi. If you are deploying a different access control head-end, select the appropriate Altronix TROVE1 variant matched to that platform.
Q: What input power does the T1KE3F8D require?
A: The unit requires 120VAC, 60Hz at 3.5A — a standard North American branch circuit. No dedicated sub-panel or high-amperage circuit is required.
Q: What are the enclosure dimensions and weight of the T1KE3F8D?
A: The enclosure measures 18" x 14.5" x 4.62" and weighs 17.23 lbs. Shipping weight is 21.23 lbs in a 21.75" x 18.25" x 5.75" carton.
The T1KE3F8D is one of those products that makes the most sense when you look at what it replaces: a separately sourced power supply, a field-built PTC distribution board, battery wiring, and the enclosure to house all of it. Altronix has pre-integrated the whole stack into a single UL294-listed TROVE1 chassis at 24VDC/6A — and because it is factory-matched to Kisi, there is no guesswork on controller mounting, terminal compatibility, or listing integrity when the inspector shows up.
Technical Highlights:
- 6A at 24VDC Output: Enough headroom for eight doors running standard electrified hardware, with 24VDC providing lower voltage-drop sensitivity on longer in-wall runs compared to 12VDC systems — relevant in multi-story or large floor-plate installs where runs regularly exceed 150 feet.
- Eight 2.5A PTC Outputs: Per-circuit self-resetting overcurrent protection means a faulted door circuit isolates without killing the rest of the panel. In a live building, that is the difference between one door failing and eight doors failing — a meaningful operational distinction.
- UL294 / CAN/ULC-S319-05 / CE Tri-Listed: A single enclosure that satisfies inspection requirements in the US, Canada, and CE-jurisdiction sites. For enterprise integrators managing multi-country rollouts, this eliminates the sourcing split between North American and European hardware.
Deployment Considerations:
- The 0°C to 49°C operating range is adequate for conditioned equipment rooms but rules out unconditioned spaces — if your closet drops below freezing in winter, plan for a supplemental heater or a different enclosure class.
- This enclosure is Kisi-specific. If there is any chance the customer will migrate to a different access platform, document this clearly at the point of sale — swapping head-end platforms means a different TROVE1 variant, not a field re-config of this unit.
The T1KE3F8D is the right call for Kisi-standardized enterprise deployments where the integrator wants a single, inspectable, UL-listed power assembly per floor or zone — particularly in multi-site accounts where consistency in the panel room speeds up both commissioning and future service visits.
