Pulsar Red Power Plus EN54C series User manual

USER MANUAL
EN
Edition: 1 from 14.02.2019
Supersedes the edition: -------
Power supplies
EN54C series
v.1.0
Power supplies for fire alarm systems and
smoke and heat control systems.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Before installation, read the instruction manual to avoid errors that
can damage the device and give you an electric shock.
Before installation, cut off the voltage in the 230 V power-supply circuit.
To switch power off, use an external switch, in which the distance between the
contacts of all poles in the disconnection state is not less than 3mm.
The shock protection circuit shall be done with a particular care: the yellow and green
wire coat of the power cable should be connected to the terminal marked with
the grounding symbol on the PSU enclosure. Operation of the PSU without the
properly made and fully operational shock protection circuit is UNACCEPTABLE! It
can cause damage to the equipment or an electric shock.
The device should be transported without batteries. This has a direct impact on the
safety of the user and the device.
Installing and connecting the power supply must be carried out without batteries.
When connecting batteries to the power supply, pay particular attention to the correct
polarity. If necessary, it is possible to permanently disconnect the battery from the
power supply systems by removing the FBAT fuse.
The power supply is adapted to be connected to a power distribution network with an
effectively earthed neutral conductor.
Ensure a free, convection air flow around the enclosure. Do not cover the ventilation
openings.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PSU FEATURES.....................................................................................................................................4
2. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE PSU.............................................................................5
3. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................................6
3.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION........................................................................................................................................................6
3.2. BLOCK DIAGRAM.................................................................................................................................................................7
3.3. DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS AND POWER SUPPLY TERMINALS.........................................................................................7
4. INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................10
4.1. REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................................................................................................10
4.2. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. ..............................................................................................................................................11
4.3. PROCEDURE FOR CHECKING THE POWER SUPPLY AT THE PLACE OF INSTALLATION............................................................12
5. FUNCTIONS.........................................................................................................................................13
5.1. CONTROL PANEL................................................................................................................................................................13
5.2. TECHNICAL OUTPUTS.........................................................................................................................................................13
5.3. INPUT OF COLLECTIVE FAILURE:EXTI...............................................................................................................................14
5.4. INDICATION OF THE ENCLOSURE OPENING -TAMPER. .....................................................................................................16
5.5. PSU OVERLOAD.................................................................................................................................................................16
5.6. SHORT-CIRCUIT OF THE PSU OUTPUT. ...............................................................................................................................16
5.7. ADDITIONAL MODULES......................................................................................................................................................16
5.7.1. Extending the number of PSU outputs - EN54C-LB4 and EN54C-LB8 fuse modules..............................................16
5.7.2. Cooperation with electric actuators - EN54C-LS4 and EN54C-LS8 sequential modules........................................17
6. RESERVE POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT...........................................................................................18
6.1. BATTERY DETECTION. .......................................................................................................................................................18
6.2. PROTECTION AGAINST SHORT-CIRCUIT OF THE BATTERY TERMINALS................................................................................18
6.3. PROTECTION AGAINST REVERSE BATTERY CONNECTION....................................................................................................18
6.4. DEEP DISCHARGE BATTERY PROTECTION UVP. .................................................................................................................18
6.5. BATTERY TEST...................................................................................................................................................................18
6.6. MEASUREMENT OF THE RESISTANCE OF THE BATTERY CIRCUIT.........................................................................................18
6.7. BATTERY TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT. .........................................................................................................................18
6.8. STANDBY TIME. .................................................................................................................................................................19
7. TECHNICAL PARAMETERS. ..........................................................................................................20
Table 4. Electrical parameters.............................................................................................................................................20
Tabela 5. Mechanical parameters........................................................................................................................................22
Table 6. Safety of use............................................................................................................................................................22
Table 7. Operation parameters. ...........................................................................................................................................23
Table 8. Recommended types and sections of installation cables. .......................................................................................23
8. TECHNICAL INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................24

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1. PSU features.
In accordance with standards: EN 54-4,
EN12101-10
27,6 V DC uninterruptible power supply
available versions with 2 A/3 A/5 A/10 A current
efficiencies
available versions with space for 7 Ah –65 Ah
batteries
independently protected outputs AUX1 and AUX2
high efficiency (up to 89%)
low level of voltage ripple
microprocessor-based automation system
measurement of the resistance of the battery
circuit
automatic temperature-compensated charging
automatic battery test
two-stage battery charging process
accelerated battery charging
monitoring of the continuity of the battery circuit
monitoring of the battery voltage
monitoring of charging and maintenance of the
batteries
cooperation with EN54C-LB4 and EN54C-LB8
fuse modules (optional equipment)
cooperation with EN54C-LS4 and EN54C-LS8
sequential modules (optional equipment)
optical indication –LED panel
deep discharge battery protection (UVP)
battery overcharge protection
the LoB low battery voltage indication
battery output protection against short-circuit and
reverse connection
output voltage control
fuse monitoring of AUX1 and AUX2 outputs
relay output of collective failure ALARM
EPS relay output indicating 230 V power loss
the EXTi input of external failure
protections:
SCP short-circuit protection
OLP overload protection
OVP overvoltage protection
Surge protection
Antisabotage protection –Tamper
closing the enclosure - lock
convection cooling (forced only in the EN54C-
10Axx)
warranty - 5 years from the production date

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2. Functional requirements of the PSU.
The buffer power supplies for fire alarm systems has been designed in accordance with the following
standards:
- EN 54-4:2001+A1:2004+A2:2007 Fire detection and fire alarm systems.
- EN 12101-10:2007+AC:2007 Smoke and heat control systems.
Functional requirements
Requirements
according to
standards
Power supplies
EN54C series
Two independent power sources
YES
YES
External Power Supply failure indication
YES
YES
Two independent power supply outputs protected against short-circuit
YES
YES
Temperature-compensated battery charging
YES
YES
Measurement of the resistance of the battery circuit
YES
YES
Low battery indication
YES
YES
Recharging the battery to 80% of the rated capacity within 24 hours
YES
YES
Deep discharge battery protection
YES
YES
Short-circuit protection of battery terminals
YES
YES
Battery fuse failure indication
YES
YES
Charging circuit failure indication
YES
YES
Short-circuit protection
YES
YES
Overload protection
YES
YES
Output of collective failure ALARM
YES
YES
EPS technical output
YES
YES
Low output voltage indication
-
YES
High output voltage indication
-
YES
Indication of power supply failure
-
YES
Overvoltage protection
-
YES
Input of an external failure indication EXTi
-
YES
Tamper indicating enclosure opening
-
YES

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3. Technical description.
3.1. General description.
The buffer power supplies has been designed for an uninterrupted supply of fire alarm systems, smoke
and heat control systems, fire protection equipment and fire automatics requiring stabilized voltage of 24 V DC
(±15%). The power supplies are fitted with two independently protected AUX1 and AUX2 outputs, which provide
a voltage of 27,6 V DC and the total current efficiency depending on the version:
The power supply model
Battery
Continuous operation
Imax a
Instantaneous operation
Imax b
EN54C-2A7
EN54C-2A17
7 Ah
1,6 A
2 A
17 Ah
1,2 A
EN54C-3A7
EN54C-3A17
EN54C-3A28
7 Ah
2,6 A
3 A
17 Ah
2,2 A
28 Ah
1,8 A
EN54C-5A7
EN54C-5A17
EN54C-5A28
EN54C-5A40
EN54C-5A65
7 Ah
4,6 A
5 A
17 Ah
4,2 A
28 Ah
3,8 A
40 Ah
3,2 A
65 Ah
2,4 A
EN54C-10A17
EN54C-10A28
EN54C-10A40
EN54C-10A65
17 Ah
9,2 A
10 A
28 Ah
8,8 A
40 Ah
8,2 A
65 Ah
7,4 A
In case of power loss, the PSU switches to battery power, providing uninterruptible power supply. The
power supply unit is housed in a metal enclosure (color red RAL 3001) with space for battery.
Power supply units works with maintenance-free lead acid batteries made with AGM technology or gel
technology.

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3.2. Block diagram.
The power supplies has been manufactured based on a high-efficiency system of AC/DC
converter. Applied microprocessor circuit is responsible for the full diagnostics of the PSU parameters and
batteries. The figure below shows a flowchart of the power supply, along with selected functional blocks which
are essential for the proper functioning of the unit.
Fig. 1. PSU block diagram.
3.3. Description of components and power supply terminals.
Table 1. Elements of the PSU (Fig. 2).
Compone
nt No.
Description
L-N-PE 230 V power connector with protective terminal
Terminals:
TEMP –input of the battery temperature sensor
TAMPER –input of the microswitch tamper
Closed input = no indication
Open input = alarm
ALARM –technical output of collective failure of the PSU - relay type
EPS –technical output of AC power failure indication
open = AC power failure
closed = AC power - O.K.
EXTi –external failure input
Closed input = no indication
Open input = alarm
+BAT- –terminals for connecting the battery
+AUX1- –AUX1 power output ( - AUX=GND)
+AUX2- –AUX2 power output ( - AUX=GND)
CAUTION! In Fig.2 the set of contacts shows a potential-free status of the relay, which corresponds to power
supply failure.
Fuses:
FBAT –fuse in the battery circuit,
FAUX1 –fuse in the AUX1 output circuit,
FAUX2 –fuse in the AUX2 output circuit,
The fuse values are given in table 4 - "Electrical parameters".

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LEDs –optical indication:
230 V –voltage in the 230 V circuit
APS –battery failure
ALARM –collective failure
AUX1 –AUX1 output voltage (at the AUX1 connector)
AUX2 –AUX2 output voltage (at the AUX2 connector)
PANEL LED –connector to the external LED indicators
Battery temperature sensor
Battery connectors; positive: +BAT = red, negative: - BAT = black
Fig. 2. The view of the power supply module based on the EN54C-2A7.

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Table 2. Elements of the PSU (Fig. 3).
Component
No.
Description
PSU (tab. 1, Fig. 2)
Battery temperature sensor
Battery connectors; positive: +BAT = red, negative: - BAT = black
Place to install the EN54C-LB4 or EN54C-LB8 fuse module
TAMPER; microswitch (contacts) of antisabotage protection (NC)
Fitting battery
Embossing for cable gland
Embossings for concealed wires
Lock
Fig. 3. The view of the power supply based on the EN54C-2A7.

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4. Installation.
4.1. Requirements.
The PSU is to be mounted by a qualified installer, holding relevant permits and licenses (applicable and
required for a given country) for ~230 V in and low-voltage installations.
As the power supply is designed for a continuous operation and is not equipped with a power-
switch, therefore, an appropriate overload protection in the power supply circuit should be provided. Moreover,
the user should be informed how to disconnect the power supply unit from the mains supply (usually by
assigning an appropriate fuse in the fuse box). One switch should only protect one power supply. The electrical
system shall follow valid standards and regulations. The power supply should operate in a vertical position in
order to provide free and convectional air flow through ventilating holes of the casing.
As the PSU cyclically runs a periodic battery test, during which the resistance in the battery circuit is
measured, pay attention to the proper connection of cables to the terminals. Installation cables should be firmly
connected to the battery side terminals and to the power supply connector. If necessary, it is possible to
permanently disconnect the battery from the power supply systems by removing the FBAT fuse.
The side walls of the housing include the embossings, which should be used to carry out installation
cables. Use a blunt instrument to make an opening for cable gland from the outside of the housing. Then,
carefully mount the cable gland, protecting the PSU from water penetration, in the opening.
Fig. 4. The method of forming an opening for cable gland.
The PSU is fitted with PG9 and PG11 cable glands. Gland size should be chosen depending on the
cross-section of the cable. Single cable gland can be used for only one wire.
Fig. 5. Recommended types and sections of installation cables PG9 and PG11 for cable glands.

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4.2. Installation procedure.
CAUTION!
Before installation, cut off the voltage in the 230 V power-supply circuit.
To switch power off, use an external switch, in which the distance between the contacts of
all poles in the disconnection state is not less than 3mm.
It is required to install an installation switch with a nominal current of min. 3 A in the power supply circuits
outside the power supply unit.
1. Mount the PSU in a selected location with use of special metal expansion bolts. Do not use PVC
dowels.
2. Connect the power cables ~230 V to the L-N terminals of the PSU. The cable length inside the housing
should not exceed 10 cm. Connect the ground wire to the terminal marked with grounding symbol in
enclosure. Use a three-core cable (with a yellow and green protection wire) to make the connection.
The shock protection circuit shall be done with a particular care: the yellow and green wire
coat of the power cable should be connected to the terminal marked with the grounding
symbol on the PSU enclosure. Operation of the PSU without the properly made and fully
operational shock protection circuit is UNACCEPTABLE! It can cause damage to the equipment or
an electric shock.
3. Connect the receivers’ cables to the AUX1 and AUX2 output terminals on the PSU board.
4. If needed, connect the cables from the devices to the technical inputs and outputs:
- ALARM; technical output of collective failure of the PSU
- EPS; technical output of AC power loss indication
- EXTi; input of collective failure
5. Install the batteries in a designated area of the enclosure (see Fig. 3).
Connect the batteries with the PSU paying special attention to the correct
polarity. Batteries must be connected in series using the special cable
(included). Attach the temperature sensor to any of the batteries with
mounting tape (included). Place the temperature sensor between the
batteries.
6. Switch on the ~230 V supply. The corresponding LEDs on the power supply PCB should be ON: 230 V
green and AUX1, AUX2.
7. Check the current consumption of the receivers, taking into account the battery charging current, so as
not to exceed the total current efficiency of the PSU (see section 3.1).
8. Once the tests are completed, close the enclosure.

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4.3. Procedure for checking the power supply at the place of installation.
1. Check the indication displayed on the front panel of the power supply unit:
a) The 230 V LED should remain lit to indicate the presence of the mains supply voltage.
b) The 230 V LED should remain lit to indicate the presence of the supply voltage.
2. Check the output voltage after 230 V power failure.
a) Simulate the lack of 230 V mains voltage by disconnecting the main circuit breaker.
b) The 230 V LED should go out.
c) The AUX LED should remain lit to indicate the presence of the output voltage.
d) The LED ALARM LED will start blinking.
e) The EPS and ALARM technical outputs will change status into opposite after 10s.
f) Turn on the 230 V mains voltage again. Indication should return to the initial status from point 1 after a
few seconds.
3. Check whether the lack of continuity in the battery circuit is properly indicated.
a) During normal PSU operation (230 V mains voltage on), disconnect the battery circuit by disconnecting
the FBAT fuse.
b) Within 5 minutes the PSU will start signaling a failure in the battery circuit.
c) The ALARM LED will start blinking.
d) The ALARM technical output will change status into opposite.
e) Turn on the. FBAT fuse in the battery circuit again.
f) The power supply should return to normal operation, indicating the initial status, within 5 minutes after
the battery test is completed.

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5. Functions
5.1. Control Panel.
The PSU is equipped with a LED panel allowing checking the current status of the power supply.
Fig. 6. Control panel.
Table 3. The description of the buttons and LEDs of the LCD panel.
- green LED indicating 230 V voltage
- green LED AUX indicating power at the AUX1 and AUX2 output of the PSU
- yellow LED ALARM indicating collective failure
5.2. Technical outputs.
The power supply is fitted with relay indication outputs changing state upon the occurrence of a specific
event.
Fig. 7. Electrical diagram of relay outputs.
EPS - output indicating 230 V power loss.
The output indicates 230 V power loss. Under normal status –with the 230 V supply on, the output
is closed. In case of power failure, the PSU will switch the output into the open position after a time 10s.
Fig. 8. EPS technical output.
CAUTION! In Figure the set of contacts shows a potential-free status of the relay, which corresponds
to power supply failure.

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ALARM - technical output of collective failure indication.
Output indicating collective failure. In the case of 230 V power failure, battery circuit failure, PSU
failure, or EXTi input activation, the collective failure signal ALARM will be generated.
Failure can be triggered by the following events:
- AC power loss
- faulty batteries
- undercharged batteries
- disconnected batteries
- high resistance of the battery circuit
- no continuity in the battery circuit
- UAUX1, AUX2 output voltage below 26 V
- UAUX1, AUX2 output voltage over 29,2 V
- battery charging circuit failure
- blown FAUX1 or FAUX2 fuse
- PSU overload
- to high battery temperature (>65°C)
- temperature sensor failure, t < -20°C or t > 80°C
- enclosure opening - TAMPER
- internal damage of the PSU
Fig. 9. Technical output ALARM.
CAUTION! In Fig.2 the set of contacts shows a potential-free status of the relay, which corresponds
to power supply failure.
5.3. Input of collective failure: EXTi.
The EXT IN (external input) technical input indicating collective failure is intended for additional, external
devices that generate the failure signal. Disconnection of the EXTi terminals will cause a failure of the PSU and
generate a failure signal at the ALARM output.
The EXTi technical input is not galvanically isolated from the power supply. The "minus" terminal is
connected to the power supply.
The connection of external devices to the EXT IN input is shown in the electrical diagram below. Relay
outputs or "open collector" signal outputs can be used as the signal source.
Fig. 10. Connections to the EXTi input.
The EXTi input has been adjusted to work with EN54C-LB4 and EN54C-LB8 fuse modules generating a
failure signal in case of a fuse fault in any of output sections (see section 5.7). To guarantee a correct
cooperation between the fuse module and the EXTi input, the connections shall be made as presented in the
diagram below.

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Fig. 11. Example of a connection with the fuse module EN54C-LB8.

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5.4. Indication of the enclosure opening - TAMPER.
The PSU is fitted with the microswitch tamper indicating enclosure opening.
The tamper cable is not connected to the terminal in the factory settings. In order to activate tamper,
remove the jumper from tamper terminal and plug in the tamper cable.
Each opening the enclosure will generate a failure signal at the ALARM technical output.
Fig. 12. TAMPER technical output.
5.5. PSU overload.
If the output overload occurs during the PSU operation, the PSU will limit the battery charging current for 1
minute. If, after this time, the overload is removed, the normal charging mode will be restored.
5.6. Short-circuit of the PSU output.
In case of short-circuit of the AUX1 or AUX2 output, one of the fuses - FAUX1 or FAUX2 –becomes
permanently blown. The restoration of the voltage at the output requires the replacement of the fuse.
During a short circuit, the PSU failure is indicated by the ALARM LED and a collective failure signal at the
ALARM output.
5.7. Additional modules.
The PSU can be used with optional fuse or sequential modules that will increase its functionality in the case
of extended fire protection systems. A place to mount additional modules has been provided inside the power
supply housing.
When installing the fuse module in the power supply, take into account the current consumption for
the power supply's own needs, which is used for the calculation of the standby time (see section 6.8).
5.7.1. Extending the number of PSU outputs - EN54C-LB4 and EN54C-LB8 fuse modules.
The PSU is fitted with two independently protected outputs for connecting AUX1 and AUX2 receivers.
If more receivers are connected to the power supply, it is recommended to secure each of them with an
independent fuse. Such a solution will allow avoiding the failure of the entire system in the event of a fault (short
circuit on the line) of any of the connected receivers.
The possibility of such protection is provided by the optional EN54C-LB4 (4-channel) or EN54C-LB8 (8-
channel) fuse module, for which the mounting location is provided inside the housing (Fig. 3). Figure 10 shows
the connection of the power supply, the fuse module, and the receivers (LOAD).
The fuse module, depending on the version, allows connecting 4 or 8 receivers to the power supply.
Output state is indicated by green LEDs.
The blown strip fuse is signaled as follows:
- switching off the appropriate LED: L1 for AUX1 etc.
- the red PSU LED lights up
- switching the PSU relay output into a no-voltage state (contacts as in Figure 11)
In addition, the blown fuse signal is passed to the EXTi input of the collective power supply failure, and the PSU
reports a failure at the ALARM output.
The relay output of the PSU fuse strip can be used for remote control, e.g. external optical indication.

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5.7.2. Cooperation with electric actuators - EN54C-LS4 and EN54C-LS8 sequential modules.
The sequential modules are designed for use with electric actuators without return spring (EN54C-LS4)
and with electric actuators with return spring (EN54C-LS8) used for fire dampers and smoke vents. These
devices are used in fire alarm systems and smoke and heat control systems.
When switching on the electric actuator, a short-term current surge, exceeding its rated current, may
occur. If multiple electric actuators are connected, the above-mentioned surge current poses a risk of incorrect
operation of the power supply (e.g. triggering the protection of output circuit), despite not exceeding the current
capacity of the power supply.
The sequential switching module causes the receivers connected to its outputs to be sequentially
switched, with a delay of 100 ms. Thanks to this solution, the surge current is reduced to the value ensuring
correct operation of the power supply. Thus, it enables safe connection of additional actuators. All outputs are
independently protected by PTC polymer fuses and have LED diodes signaling the activation of each output.
The module is controlled by a control device (e.g. a CSP control panel) configuring the resistance at the
INPUT connector. The technical output of failure signals failures at the parametric INPUT input.
Fig. 13. Example of connection of the EN54C-LS8 sequential module with actuators with return spring.

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6. Reserve power supply circuit.
The PSU is fitted with intelligent circuits: battery charging circuit with the function of the accelerated
charging and battery control, which main task is to monitor the condition of the batteries and the connections in
the circuit.
If the controller detects a power failure in the battery circuit, appropriate indication and change of the
ALARM technical output.
6.1. Battery detection.
The control unit of the PSU checks the voltage at the battery terminals and, depending on the measured
values, determines the appropriate reaction:
UBAT below 4 V - batteries not connected to the PSU circuits
UBAT = 4 to 20 V - faulty batteries
UBAT over 20 V - batteries connected to the PSU circuits
6.2. Protection against short-circuit of the battery terminals.
The PSU is fitted with the circuit protecting against short-circuit of the battery terminals. In case of short
circuit, control circuit immediately disconnects the batteries from the rest of the power supply circuit, so the loss
of output voltage on power supply outputs is not observed. Automatic reconnection of the batteries to the PSU's
circuits is only possible after the removal of the short-circuit and correct connection of the circuits.
6.3. Protection against reverse battery connection.
The PSU is protected against reverse connection of the battery terminals. In case of incorrect
connection, the FBAT fuse in the battery circuit becomes blown. The return to normal operation is possible only
after replacing the fuse and correct connection of the batteries.
6.4. Deep discharge battery protection UVP.
The PSU is fitted with the disconnection system and the battery discharge indication. If the voltage at
the battery terminals drops below 20 V±0.2 V during battery-assisted operation, acoustic indication will be
activated and the batteries will be disconnected within 15s.
The batteries are reconnected to the power supply unit automatically once the 230 V mains supply is
restored.
6.5. Battery test.
The PSU runs battery test every 5 minutes. During testing, the control unit of the PSU measures the
electrical parameters according to the implemented measuring method.
A negative result occurs when the:
- battery circuit continuity is interrupted,
- resistance in the battery circuit increases above 300 mΩ
- terminal voltage drops below 24 V.
The battery test will also be automatically locked when the PSU is in the operating mode, in which the
battery test is impossible. Such condition occurs, for example, during battery assisted operation.
6.6. Measurement of the resistance of the battery circuit.
The PSU is checking the resistance in the battery circuit. During the measurement, the PSU driver takes
into account the key parameters in the circuit,and once the limit value of 300m ohms is exceeded, a failure is
indicated.
A failure may indicate considerable wear or loose cables connecting the batteries.
6.7. Battery temperature measurement.
Temperature measurement and compensation of the battery charging voltage can extend the life of the
batteries.
The PSU has a temperature sensor to monitor the temperature parameters of installed batteries. It is
recommended to place the temperature sensor between the batteries. Be careful not to damage the sensor
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Fig. 14. Mounting of the temperature sensor.
The nominal battery operating temperature recommended by many manufacturers is
25°C. Working at elevated temperatures will significantly shorten the battery lifetime. The service
life is reduced by half for each sustained temperature rise of 8°C above the nominal temperature.
This means that the battery lifespan, when operated at 33°C, can be decreased by 50%!
6.8. Standby time.
Battery-assisted operating depends on battery capacity, charging level and load current. To maintain an
appropriate standby time, current drawn from the PSU in battery mode should be limited.
Required, minimum battery capacity to work with the PSU can be calculated with the following formula:
QAKU = 1.25 ﴾﴾Id + Iz﴿•Td + ﴾Ia + Iz﴿•Ta + 0.05 Ic ﴿
where:
QAKU –The minimum battery capacity [Ah]
1.25 –the factor related to the decrease in battery capacity due to aging
Id –the current drawn by the load during inspection [A]
Iz –PSU current consumption (including optional modules) [A] (Table 12)
Td –required inspection time [h]
Ia –the current drawn by the load during an alarm [A]
Ta –alarm duration [h]
Ic –short-term output current

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7. Technical parameters.
Electrical parameters (Table 4).
Mechanical parameters (Table 5).
Safety of use (Table 6).
Operation parameters (tab.7).
Recommended types and sections of installation cables (Table 8).
Table 4. Electrical parameters.
EN54C-2A7
EN54C-2A17
EN54C-3A7
EN54C-3A17
EN54C-3A28
EN54C-5A7
EN54C-5A17
EN54C-5A28
EN54C-5A40
EN54C-5A65
EN54C-10A17
EN54C-10A28
EN54C-10A40
EN54C-10A65
Functional class EN 12101-10:2007
A
Mains supply
230 V
Current consumption
0,58 A
0,9 A
1,38 A
1,62 A
Inrush current
40 A
40 A
50 A
60 A
Power frequency
50 Hz
PSU’s power
56,8 W
85,2 W
142W
284 W
Efficiency
88%
89%
87%
88%
Output voltage at 20 ºC
22 V÷ 27,6 V DC –buffer operation
20V÷ 27,6V DC – battery-assisted operation
Continuous output current Imax a
1,6 A
1,2 A
2,6 A
2,2 A
1,8 A
4,6 A
4,2 A
3,8 A
3,2 A
2,4 A
9,2 A
8,8 A
8,2 A
7,4 A
Instantaneous output current Imax b (5 min)
2 A
3 A
5 A
10 A
Recommended battery capacity
7 Ah
17 Ah
7 Ah
17 Ah
28 Ah
7Ah
17 Ah
28 Ah
40 Ah
65 Ah
17 Ah
28 Ah
40 Ah
65 Ah
The maximum battery capacity
7,2 Ah
20 Ah
7,2 Ah
20 Ah
28 Ah
7,2 Ah
20 Ah
28 Ah
45 Ah
65 Ah
20 Ah
28 Ah
45 Ah
65 Ah
Battery charging current
0,4 A
0,8 A
0,4 A
0,8 A
1,2 A
0,4 A
0,8 A
1,2 A
1,8 A
2,6 A
0,8 A
1,2 A
1,8 A
2,6 A
Net/gross weight [kg]
3,1/3,3
4,2/4,5
3,1/3,3
4,2/4,5
7,1/7,6
3,1/3,3
4,2/4,5
7,1/7,6
7,1/7,6
12,7/13,4
4,8/5,1
7,7/8,2
7,7/8,2
13,2/13,9
Maximal resistance of the battery circuit
300mΩ
Ripple voltage (max.)
50mVp-p
50mVp-p
150mVp-p
30mVp-p
Current consumption by the PSU
during battery-assisted operation
52mA
52mA
55mA
85mA
Coefficient of temperature compensation of
the battery voltage
-36mV/ ºC (-5 oC÷40 oC)
The LoB low battery voltage indication
Ubat < 23 V, during battery mode
Overvoltage protection OVP
U>32 V±2 V, automatic recovery