Lock Supply Connections - Pyronix PCX-256 Installation Manual

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10.13.4 Lock Supply Connections

The wiring to the lock mechanism must be kept separate from that for the Access Reader head.
Use of properly terminated screened cabled for both connections may provide sufficient isolation.
Separation is preferred.
DC lock mechanisms must have the back-EMF protection diode correctly fitted as specified by the
manufacturer.
Using Switched 12V Supply
Max current: 2.5A for 15 seconds.
Voltage is permanently present, and switched off to release the mechanism.
Using Volt-Free Relay Contacts
Relay capable of switching up to 50 volts, and up to 10 amps. This may be used to switch the
internal supply, or any suitable external supply, including AC voltages.
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