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PRECISION Precision Hardware Inc (PHI) PS161-6 Power Supply - DE Devices Operated Up to 4 Devices (Required For DE Devices) PS161-6

BEST PS161-6 Power Supply for Delayed Egress Exit Devices - 120V Input, 12/24V Output, 6A Capacity

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BEST PS161-6 Power Supply for Delayed Egress Exit Devices - 120V Input, 12/24V Output, 6A Capacity

Professional Power Supply Solution for Delayed Egress Applications

The BEST PS161-6 Power Supply delivers reliable power for delayed egress exit devices, electric locking systems, and exit alarm applications. This commercial-grade power supply features 120V AC input with selectable 12V or 24V output rated at 6 amps total capacity. Designed to control up to 4 delayed egress exit devices with 8 total outputs and 2 amp maximum per channel. Built with thermal and short circuit protection plus auto reset overload protection for dependable operation in critical access control applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Dual Voltage Output: Selectable 12V or 24V output provides flexibility for various delayed egress and access control device requirements.
  • High Current Capacity: 6 amp total output with 2 amp maximum per channel supports up to 4 delayed egress exit devices for comprehensive system coverage.
  • Multiple Output Channels: 8 total outputs allow connection of multiple devices while maintaining proper load distribution and system reliability.
  • Advanced Circuit Protection: Thermal and short circuit protection with auto reset overload protection prevents damage and ensures continuous operation.
  • Filtered and Regulated Power: 910mV ripple voltage specification ensures clean, stable power delivery for sensitive electronic access control components.
  • Commercial-Grade Input Protection: 120V AC input protected via automatic reset circuit breaker with 5A/250V input fuse ratings for reliable operation.
  • Battery Backup Ready: 7.5A/32V battery fuse ratings support backup power integration for uninterrupted system operation during power outages.

Technical Specifications

  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Electronic: Yes
  • Product Category: Electronic Access Controls
  • Product Group: Electronic Access Controls
  • Product Subgroup: Power Supplies
  • Product Type: Power Supplies
  • Series: PS161-6
  • Subcategory: Power Supplies

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply. Confirm 120V AC, 60Hz input power and current capacity of 3.5A AC 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. Use appropriate wire gauge and connectors for the 12V or 24V output application.
  5. Configure operational settings including voltage selection (12V or 24V) and channel assignments per delayed egress device requirements.
  6. Restore power and test all functions including normal operation, delayed egress device control, and integration with connected access control systems.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Delayed Egress Exit Device Systems
  • Commercial Building Access Control
  • Educational Facility Safety Systems
  • Healthcare Institution Security
  • Industrial Facility Exit Control
  • Emergency Exit Compliance Systems
  • Multi-Tenant Building Security

Delayed Egress Compliance

The PS161-6 is specifically designed to power delayed egress exit devices in compliance with building safety codes. The power supply can control up to 4 delayed egress devices using 4 of the 8 available outputs, ensuring proper power distribution and system reliability for code-compliant delayed egress applications.

Why Choose BEST Quality?

BEST power supply products deliver professional-grade reliability with filtered and regulated outputs rated for continuous commercial operation. Built with comprehensive circuit protection including thermal, short circuit, and auto reset overload protection for dependable performance in critical access control applications. Engineered for demanding commercial environments where reliable power delivery is essential for safety and security systems.

Manufacturer Resources

Precision 2000 Series Catalog

Product Specs

Series:
PS161-6
Subcategory:
Power Supplies
Product Group:
Electronic Access Controls
Product Subgroup:
Power Supplies
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Electronic:
Yes
Product Type:
Power Supplies
Product Category:
Electronic Access Controls
Department:
Door Hardware

BEST PS161-6 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Do I have to order a power supply with delayed egress exit devices, or can I use any 24V supply?
Delayed egress devices need a dedicated supply, and the PS161-6 is the one specified for them. It's filtered and regulated with 910mV ripple, which matters because DE electronics are sensitive to dirty power, and it distributes across channels with 2A per channel limits so one device fault doesn't drag the others down. A generic transformer without regulation or per-channel protection is not a substitute.
2) Is the PS161-6 12 volt or 24 volt?
Both, selected in the field. The output is switchable between 12V and 24V DC, so you set it during configuration to match whatever the connected DE devices or electric locks call for. Pick before you energize, and confirm every device on that supply runs the same voltage, since the selection applies to the unit.
3) What incoming power does the PS161-6 need at the electrical rough-in?
120V AC, 60Hz, drawing 3.5A AC. Have the electrician land a dedicated 120V circuit at the enclosure location with clearance for wiring, ventilation, and future service. The input is protected by an automatic reset circuit breaker and 5A/250V input fuse rating.
4) What is the closest alternative to the BEST PS161-6 if I need 8 outputs at 12 or 24 volts?
The RCI DKPS-2A is the nearest match in configuration: it is an access control power supply with 8 outputs at 12/24VDC and 2A. The BEST PS161-6 also provides 8 total outputs with selectable 12V or 24V output, but carries 6A total capacity with 2A maximum per channel, which is what lets it run up to 4 delayed egress exit devices. If the total load across your openings stays within the DKPS-2A's rating, the output count and voltage selection line up; if you are powering multiple DE devices, the 6A total on the PS161-6 is the reason it is specified for that job.
5) I only need to power one electric strike, not a bank of delayed egress devices. What should I use instead of the PS161-6?
For a single low-draw device, several single-output supplies cover it without the multi-channel distribution. The SDC 620 Series is a 1 amp regulated and filtered low voltage power supply with dual voltage selection, and the Securitron AQD1 is a switching supply at 12/24 VDC, 1 amp. The Command Access PS1 Series is a 24VDC linear supply with 1 amp output if your device is 24V only. The BEST PS161-6 is built around 8 outputs and 6A total to serve up to 4 delayed egress exit devices, so a single-strike opening does not use what it provides.
6) Which power supplies look like alternatives to the BEST PS161-6 but will not actually do the job?
A few items in the same family solve different problems. The ROFU 10305-LA/10306-LA is a power transfer hinge rated 1.5A at 42V, not a supply at all - it carries power through the door edge and still needs a supply feeding it. The Command Access CAT Field Tester is a portable 12-24VDC unit that runs off DeWalt, Makita and Milwaukee batteries, intended for bench and field testing rather than permanent installation. The Securitron BPSS is a boxed solar power supply for sites without line power. The BEST PS161-6 is a fixed 120V AC input unit with 8 outputs feeding up to 4 delayed egress exit devices, so none of those three substitute for it on a hardwired DE opening.
7) Can I add battery backup to the PS161-6 so delayed egress doors keep working during a power outage?
The PS161-6 is built for backup integration, with 7.5A/32V battery fuse ratings on board to support batteries. Batteries themselves are a separate item from the supply.
8) Is 6 amps enough, or do I need a bigger access control power supply?
Six amps total with 2A per channel covers a typical four-door delayed egress group. If you're powering a larger bank of mag locks or electric strikes, step up: the Altronix AL1024ULACMCB gives 24VDC at 10A across 8 PTC outputs from a 115VAC 60Hz 4.2A input, and the Securitron AQS1210 is a 12VDC 10A switching supply. Both are general access control supplies rather than DE-specific.
9) Can the PS161-6 power electric strikes or mag locks as well as delayed egress devices?
Yes. Besides DE exit devices, the supply is rated for electric locking systems and exit alarm applications. Size your loads against 2 amps per channel and 6 amps across the whole unit, and set the 12V or 24V output to match, since the voltage selection covers everything on the supply.
10) I need more than 6 amps of 24 volt power for a large access control panel. What is the step up from the BEST PS161-6?
The Altronix AL1024ULACMCB is the larger unit in this class: a power supply and access power controller with 115VAC 60Hz input at 4.2A, 8 PTC outputs, and 24VDC at 10A in a grey enclosure. The Securitron AQS1210 is a switching supply at 12 VDC, 10 amps if your devices are 12V. The BEST PS161-6 runs 120V AC in at 3.5A with 6 amps of total output across its 8 channels, so both of those sit above it on current while the Altronix matches the 8-output layout.
11) I need battery backup on my delayed egress doors. How does the BEST PS161-6 compare to supplies sold with backup?
The BEST PS161-6 carries 7.5A/32V battery fuse ratings so backup power can be integrated for uninterrupted operation during outages, alongside its 120V AC input protected by an automatic reset circuit breaker with 5A/250V input fuse ratings. Peers that state backup in their own description include the Adams Rite PS-1, a regulated 1 amp 12/24 volt DC supply with battery backup, the Command Access PS204/204B linear supply at 2A 24VDC with battery backup, and the Detex 10-800 Series universal logic controller with a 120VAC/24VDC supply and battery backup. Those are lower-current units, so the choice comes down to how many devices the opening group needs to hold up.
12) I have a single 12 volt device on a timer and do not want to run a full panel. What is simpler than the BEST PS161-6?
The ROFU 9126T is a plug in mini power supply at 12 VDC and 1.5A with time delay built in, which covers a single 12V device without a hardwired enclosure. The ROFU 9102-12D UL/9102-24D runs on 10/120VAC 60Hz input if you want a boxed unit in either voltage. The BEST PS161-6 is the larger approach: 120V AC input, 12V or 24V selectable, 6 amps total across 8 outputs with thermal, short circuit and auto reset overload protection, sized for delayed egress and multi-device access control.
13) What happens if a wire shorts or a device overloads a channel on the PS161-6?
The unit carries thermal and short circuit protection plus auto reset overload protection, so it shuts the affected condition down and recovers on its own once the fault clears. No fuse swap or site visit to reset a tripped output, which is the practical difference on a building where a maintenance crew, not an integrator, is first on scene.
14) Is the PS161-6 suitable for a school or hospital exit control system?
It's a commercial-rated unit built for exactly that kind of work: delayed egress exit device systems, educational facility safety systems, healthcare security, industrial exit control, and multi-tenant buildings. The 4-device capacity suits a stairwell or wing group of DE openings on one supply.
15) What is the difference between the BEST PS161-6 and the Locknetics LP Series for a large facility?
The Locknetics LP Series is a 150 and 250 amp power supply supplied with an enclosure, a different class of unit entirely. The BEST PS161-6 is a 120V AC input supply with selectable 12V or 24V output at 6 amps total and 2 amps maximum per channel over 8 outputs, intended to control up to 4 delayed egress exit devices in commercial buildings, schools, healthcare and multi-tenant applications. Choose based on the total connected load your riser calls for rather than treating the two as interchangeable.
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Does the BEST PS161-6 come with a warranty?
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