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Aiphone PT-1210NA / PT-1211CA – AC Plug-In Transformers
UL Listed Power Supplies for Aiphone Systems
Product Overview
The Aiphone PT-1210NA and PT-1211CA are reliable AC plug-in transformers designed for powering various Aiphone intercom systems. These UL-listed units provide safe and consistent voltage output and are suitable for residential and commercial use.
Features
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PT-1210NA: 12V AC Plug-In Transformer
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PT-1211CA: 15V AC Plug-In Transformer
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UL Listed for safety and compliance
Specifications
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Output Voltage:
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PT-1210NA: AC 12V
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PT-1211CA: AC 15V
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Temperature Rating: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
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Dimensions: 3" H × 2-3/8" W × 1-7/8" D
Manufacturer Resources
General Line Catalog (Full Catalog)
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Transformers
- Product Group:
- Electronic Access Controls
- Product Subgroup:
- Parts and Accessories
- Subcategory:
- Accessories
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Electronic:
- Yes
- Tags:
- aiphone pt 1210n, 12v ac plug in transformer, pt1210n
- Product Category:
- Electronic Access Controls
- Department:
- Door Hardware
Aiphone PT-1210NA – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What is the difference between the Aiphone PT-1210NA and the PT-1211CA transformer?
Output voltage is the only thing you pick between. The PT-1210NA is a 12V AC plug-in transformer and the PT-1211CA is 15V AC. Both are plug-in AC transformers for powering Aiphone intercom systems, and both are UL Listed. Match the voltage the intercom station or door station calls for, because a 15V unit on a 12V system is the wrong part.
2) Can I mount an Aiphone plug-in intercom transformer in an unheated garage, parking structure, or exterior closet?
Only where temperatures stay between 32F and 104F (0C to 40C). That rating rules out unheated northern garages, rooftop enclosures, and anything that freezes overnight. For a gate or parking entry, keep the transformer inside conditioned space and run the low-voltage line out to the station.
3) Which Aiphone transformer do I order to replace a failed 12V unit on an existing intercom?
The PT-1210NA is the 12V AC plug-in unit. Read the voltage off the label of the transformer you are pulling out, or off the intercom's power terminals, and order to match: 12V AC gets the PT-1210NA, 15V AC gets the PT-1211CA. Both are plug-in AC types, so a hardwired supply is not a straight swap for either.
4) What can I use in place of an Aiphone PT-1211CA if I need a higher AC output for an intercom door release?
The Aiphone PT-1211CA is a 15V AC plug-in transformer, and the PT-1210NA is the 12V AC version of the same plug-in body. When the load calls for more than 15V AC, the ROFU 9116 is a plug-in Class 2 UL listed transformer that takes 120VAC 60Hz input and puts out 16VAC at 0.8A. Match the output to what the intercom or strike manufacturer specifies rather than to the physical fit, since both are cord-and-plug units that land in a standard receptacle.
5) Will the Aiphone PT-1210NA transformer fit in my electrical enclosure or panel?
It is a plug-in wall transformer, not an enclosure-mount supply, so it needs an accessible receptacle rather than space on a backboard. The body measures 3 x 2-3/8 x 1-7/8 inches. On a duplex outlet, plan for it to cover the second receptacle unless you feed it from a strip or a dedicated single outlet.
6) Is the Aiphone PT-1211CA transformer approved for commercial buildings?
Yes. The PT-1211CA and its 12V sibling the PT-1210NA are UL Listed and are catalogued for commercial service, and the description notes they suit both residential and commercial installs. For a multi-family or institutional job where the AHJ asks for a listed power supply, the UL listing is the line that matters.
7) What else could I use instead of an Aiphone plug-in transformer for a door intercom or access control device?
ZenSupply carries ROFU plug-in Class 2 transformers as an alternative. The ROFU 9112/9124 and the 9112D/9124D are plug-in Class 2 units, and the ROFU 9116 takes 120VAC 60Hz input and gives 16VAC at 0.8A out. Those are the choice when you need a Class 2 supply for a strike or maglock circuit. If the load is an Aiphone intercom, stay with the Aiphone unit at the voltage the system specifies rather than substituting a 16V output.
8) I need a UL listed plug-in transformer for a commercial building entry - which options should I be choosing between?
For a commercial entry, the Aiphone PT-1210NA at 12V AC and PT-1211CA at 15V AC are UL listed plug-in units rated for commercial use and for ambient temperatures of 32 to 104 degrees F, so an unconditioned vestibule or electrical closet needs to stay inside that band. The ROFU 9112/9124 and ROFU 9116 are also UL listed plug-in Class 2 transformers on 120VAC 60Hz input, the 9116 delivering 16VAC at 0.8A. The deciding factor is the output voltage and current your door station or strike calls for.
9) What is the difference between the ROFU 9112D/9124D and the ROFU 9112/9124 when I am spec'ing power for an access control opening?
Both are plug-in Class 2 transformers. The ROFU 9112/9124 is described as UL listed with 120VAC 60Hz input; the 9112D/9124D is the D-series plug-in Class 2 transformer. Alongside them, the Aiphone PT-1210NA and PT-1211CA cover 12V AC and 15V AC output in a UL listed plug-in body rated for 32 to 104 degrees F, which is the pairing to look at when the device on the other end is an Aiphone intercom.
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Does the Aiphone PT-1210NA come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Aiphone PT-1210NA is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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