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Detex BE-961-1 Battery Eliminator 120VAC to 9VDC Converter with 10-ft Flex Conduit

Detex BE-961-1 Battery Eliminator 120VAC to 9VDC Converter with 10-ft Flex Conduit

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Detex BE-961-1 Battery Eliminator 120VAC to 9VDC Converter with 10-ft Flex Conduit

Professional Power Solution for ECL and V40 Series Security Devices

The Detex BE-961-1 Battery Eliminator converts 120VAC input to regulated 9VDC output, powering up to three ECL or V40 Series battery-powered security devices. This wall-mountable unit includes a 10-foot flexible armored conduit and features a cast aluminum housing with built-in transient suppression circuitry for commercial installations. The LED indicator provides visual confirmation of power status while eliminating battery dependency and reducing long-term maintenance costs.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Multi-Device Power Capacity: Powers up to 3 ECL or V40 Series security devices with 0.5 amp output current for comprehensive coverage.
  • Voltage Conversion: Converts 120VAC input to regulated 9VDC output with jumper-selectable configuration per device for flexible installation.
  • Protected Wiring Solution: Includes 10-foot flexible armored conduit for durable, unobtrusive wiring that maintains full door operation.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Cast aluminum housing with built-in transient suppression circuitry ensures rugged durability in commercial installations.
  • Series Compatibility: Compatible with ECL-230D, ECL-230X, ECL-600, and V40 Series alarmed rim exit devices for versatile applications.
  • Visual Status Indication: LED power indicator provides immediate confirmation of active power status for easy monitoring.
  • Maintenance Cost Reduction: Eliminates annual battery replacements, reducing maintenance costs and supporting green building initiatives by minimizing battery waste.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 3-Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty from Detex for added confidence and protection.

Technical Specifications

  • Compatible Series: ECL-230D, ECL-230X, ECL-600, V40 Series
  • Product Category: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Group: Exit Devices and Trim
  • Product Subgroup: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
  • Product Type: Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
  • Subcategory: Battery Eliminators & Low Voltage DC Converters

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply. Confirm 120VAC input voltage and 0.5 amp current capacity before proceeding.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Mount the unit in the specified location ensuring adequate clearance for wiring access, ventilation, and future service requirements.
  4. Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams using the included 10-foot flexible armored conduit. Use appropriate wire gauge and connectors for the application.
  5. Configure operational settings including jumper-selectable voltage per device per application requirements.
  6. Restore power and test all functions including normal operation, LED power indicator, and integration with connected ECL or V40 Series devices.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Building Security Systems
  • Retail Loss Prevention
  • Healthcare Facility Access Control
  • Educational Institution Safety Systems
  • Industrial Facility Monitoring
  • Emergency Exit Compliance
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties

Why Choose Detex Quality?

Detex Battery Eliminator products deliver professional-grade reliability with cast aluminum construction and built-in transient suppression circuitry for demanding commercial applications. The 3-Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty provides added confidence while the rugged design ensures dependable performance where continuous security device operation is essential. Engineered to eliminate battery dependency and reduce maintenance costs in facilities requiring uninterrupted power to alarmed exit devices.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Battery Eliminators & Low Voltage DC Converters
Product Group:
Exit Devices and Trim
Product Type:
Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
Compatible Series:
ECL-230D, ECL-230X, ECL-600, V40 Series
Product Subgroup:
Exit Devices - Vertical Rod
Product Category:
Parts and Accessories
Department:
Door Hardware

Detex BE-961-1 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What powers a Detex ECL-230D or V40 exit device without batteries?
The Detex BE-961-1 Battery Eliminator is the plug-in answer. It takes 120VAC in and puts out regulated 9VDC, and it will run up to three ECL or V40 Series devices off the one unit. Stated compatibility is ECL-230D, ECL-230X, ECL-600 and the V40 Series alarmed rim exit devices. Output current is 0.5 amp, and there is a jumper-selectable voltage setting per device.
2) Can one BE-961-1 run more than one alarmed exit device, or do I need one per door?
One unit covers up to three ECL or V40 Series devices, so a bank of three alarmed exits can share a single 120VAC feed. Beyond three doors you are adding units. Each connected device gets its own jumper-selectable voltage setting, and the 0.5 amp output is the ceiling the three devices share.
3) How does the wiring get from the power converter to the door without fouling the door swing?
A 10-foot flexible armored conduit ships with the BE-961-1. It is the run from the wall-mounted converter to the device, armored so the wiring survives in a public corridor, and it is sized and routed to keep full door operation. If your converter location is more than 10 feet from the opening, plan the mounting point accordingly, because that conduit length is what comes in the box.
4) Is the Detex BE-961-1 an exit device, or just the power supply for one?
It is the power supply only, not a panic device. The BE-961-1 is a 120VAC to 9VDC converter in a cast aluminum housing that replaces the batteries in a Detex alarmed exit device. If you need the exit hardware itself, that is a separate part, for example a surface vertical rod device like the Von Duprin 8827-3FT or the Marks USA M9900VR. The BE-961-1 would then power a compatible Detex ECL or V40 alarm, not those devices.
5) What does it take to stop replacing 9V batteries in alarmed exit doors every year?
Hard-wiring them through a battery eliminator. The BE-961-1 converts building 120VAC to regulated 9VDC and feeds up to three ECL or V40 Series alarms, which ends the annual battery swap on those doors and the battery waste that goes with it. An LED on the unit shows power is live, so a walk-by tells a maintenance tech the doors are still powered instead of a dead alarm being found the hard way.
6) Does the BE-961-1 need an electrician, and where does it mount?
It is wall-mountable and it is wired to a 120VAC supply, so it is line-voltage work and it needs to follow local electrical code. Practical sequence: kill the power, mount the housing with clearance for wiring access, ventilation and later service, run the included 10-foot armored conduit to the device, set the jumper for voltage per device, then repower and confirm the LED plus the alarm function on each connected ECL or V40 device.
7) If we replace a Detex alarmed exit device with a mechanical vertical rod device, do we still need the BE-961-1?
No. The BE-961-1 exists to supply regulated 9VDC to up to three Detex ECL or V40 Series battery-powered devices in place of batteries. Mechanical vertical rod exit devices such as the Cal-Royal 9860, a Grade 2 heavy duty exit only device, or the Marks USA M9900VR 36 inch by 84 inch exit only panic device, latch and dog without any low voltage supply. Once the alarmed unit comes off the door, the eliminator and its 10-foot armored conduit run come out with it.
8) Will a 120VAC to 9VDC converter hold up in a loading dock or industrial corridor?
The housing is cast aluminum and the board carries built-in transient suppression circuitry, which is what matters on a dirty electrical service where surges kill cheap wall transformers. The armored conduit protects the run to the door. That combination is what puts it in commercial settings, retail loss prevention, healthcare, schools and multi-tenant residential rather than a light-duty adapter.
9) Is there only one version of the Detex BE-961-1, or do I have to specify options?
One model, BE-961-1, nothing to hand or configure at the order stage. The only setup decision happens at install, where a jumper selects the voltage per connected device. Everything else, the cast aluminum enclosure, the LED indicator and the 10-foot armored conduit, comes as standard.
How fast can I get the Detex BE-961-1 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Detex BE-961-1 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Detex BE-961-1 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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