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Rectangular green circuit board with eight fuse holders and terminal blocks, 4.50 by 8.00 inches

ALTRONIX

ALTRONIX ACM8 Access Power Controller 8 Fused Trigger electronic

SKU CH-1G44-ZMY2J

Distributes 12 to 24 V AC or DC across eight fused trigger outputs in a UL 294 recognised phenolic or fibreglass housing measuring 4.50 by 8.00 by 1.25 inches

  • UL 294 recognised for code-compliant access control
  • Eight fused trigger outputs protect each circuit
  • 12–24 V AC/DC input works with common power supplies
  • 12–24 V AC/DC output matches lock voltage needs
  • Compact 4.50 × 8.00 × 1.25 in phenolic board fits tight enclosures

Access Power Controller for Security Systems

The ALTRONIX ACM8 is an access power controller designed for security installations that require eight fused trigger outputs. It accepts an input voltage of 12 to 24 volt AC or DC and delivers the same voltage range to connected devices. The unit is built on phenolic or fiberglass material and carries UL recognised certification under standard UL294.

Practical Limits of the UL294 Standard

The controller operates within a 12 to 24 volt AC or DC window, so it cannot be used with higher-voltage building circuits or lower-voltage logic boards without additional conversion. Eight fused trigger outputs provide individual circuit protection, but the total current draw across all outputs must stay within the supply rating. The UL294 recognition applies to access control system components, not to standalone power distribution for non-security loads.

Capacity and Headroom for Trigger Outputs

The board measures 4.50 in by 8.00 in with a height of 1.25 in, fitting standard enclosure spaces for access control panels. Eight fused outputs comfortably handle multiple door strikes, maglocks or request-to-exit devices on a single supply. Headroom diminishes when several high-current devices activate simultaneously, so installers should verify the aggregate load against the fused rating before commissioning.

Highlights

  • UL 294 recognised for code-compliant access control
  • Eight fused trigger outputs protect each circuit
  • 12–24 V AC/DC input works with common power supplies
  • 12–24 V AC/DC output matches lock voltage needs
  • Compact 4.50 × 8.00 × 1.25 in phenolic board fits tight enclosures

Specifications

BrandALTRONIX

Questions about this item

How do I decide between the phenolic and fiberglass versions of the ACM8?

Both materials are offered for the same 8 fused trigger controller; choose based on your enclosure environment and mounting preference.

What does the 12 to 24 volt AC or DC input range mean when the unit is installed?

The controller accepts any supply within that range, so it can run directly from common 12 V or 24 V access system power without a separate converter.

What does the UL294 listing cap in practice for this access power controller?

UL294 recognition confirms the ACM8 meets the safety and performance requirements for access control system power supplies.

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