Altronix ACM8 Merkblatt

• These units convert one (1) 12 to 24 volt AC or DC input into eight (8) 

independently controlled fused or PTC protected outputs. These power outputs
can be converted to dry form “C” contacts (ACM8 & ACM8E only). 
Outputs are activated by an open collector sink or normally open (NO) dry 
trigger input from an Access Control System, Card Reader, Keypad, 
Push Button, PIR, etc. The units will route power to a variety of access control
hardware devices including Mag Locks, Electric Strikes, Magnetic Door 
Holders, etc. Outputs will operate in both Fail-Safe and/or Fail-Secure modes.
Units are designed to be powered by one common power source which will 
provide power for both the board operation and locking devices, or two (2) 
totally independent power sources, one (1) providing power for board
operation and the other for lock / accessory power. The FACP Interface enables
Emergency Egress, Alarm Monitoring, or may be used to trigger other 
auxiliary devices. The fire alarm disconnect feature is individually selectable 
for any or all of the eight (8) outputs.

• 12 to 24volt AC or DC operation 

(setting not required), (.6 amp @ 12volt, 
.3 amp @ 24volt current consumption with all 
relays energized).

• Power supply input options: 

a) One (1) common power input 

(board and lock power).

b) Two (2) isolated power inputs (one (1) for board 
power and one (1) for lock/accessory power).

• Eight (8) Access Control System trigger inputs:

a) Eight (8) normally open (NO) inputs.
b) Eight (8) open collector sink inputs.
c) Any combination of the above.

• Eight (8) independently controlled outputs:

a) Eight (8) Fail-Safe and/or Fail-Secure 

power outputs.

b) Eight (8) dry form “C” 5 amp rated relay outputs 

(ACM8/ACM8E only).

c) Any combination of the above

(ACM8/ACM8E only).

• Eight (8) auxiliary power outputs (unswitched).
• Output ratings:

- Fuses are rated 3.5 amp each (ACM8/ACM8E).
- PTCs are rated 2.5 amp each (ACM8CB/ACM8CBE).

• Main fuse is rated at 10 amp.

Note: Total output current is determined b

y the power

supply, not to exceed a maximum of 10 amp total.

• Red LEDs indicate outputs are triggered 

(relays energized).

• Fire Alarm disconnect (latching or non-latching) is 

individually selectable for any or all of the 
eight (8) outputs.
Fire Alarm disconnect input options:
a) Normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) 

dry contact input.

b) Polarity reversal input from FACP

signaling circuit. 

• FACP output relay (form “C” contact rated @ 1 amp 

28VDC not evaluated by UL).

• Green LED indicates when FACP disconnect 

is triggered.

• Removable terminal blocks facilitate ease 

of installation.

• Product weight: 

- ACM8E: 6.6 lbs.
- ACM8CBE:  6.7 lbs.

• Shipping weight: 

- ACM8E: 7.5 lbs.
- ACM8CBE:  7.6 lbs.

Rev. DSACM8 - C18J

ACM8

ACM8CBE

• Access Power Controller w/fuse 

protected outputs.

• Access Power Controller w/PTC

protected outputs.

• ACM8 w/enclosure.
ACM8CBE

• ACM8CB w/enclosure.