12V Power supplies...

[Mike P]

Personally, I would do something like this and then you can use a distribution board like this. You can usually find 8 port distribution boards. This is a similar supply (mine was only 4A) to what I got and will use to power all my PIR's, GB's, sirens, etc.

That's what I have but haven't even used it yet.. http://my.webpix.ca/d/154-2/IMG_2622.jpg

Helheim, Hi the board you have installed in your Altronix is a MOM-5 board. It is for a fire connection to a door locking system. Although it does work fine for 5 protected outputs. You can use it for either 12vdc or 24vdc.

Mike

 

[beelzerob]

That's what I have but haven't even used it yet..

Wow, that's like my mantra.

 

[PaulD]

The rain8net I have has a 24v brick, ...............

Unless your Rain8 is different than mine, that 24V brick is a 24VAC...not DC

 

[Helheim]

That's what I have but haven't even used it yet..

Wow, that's like my mantra. :lol:

Ya I buy things that seem like a good deal and then they sit on my shelf like 2 ELO touch screens, TS07, AP800, etc...

 

[beelzerob]

Unless your Rain8 is different than mine, that 24V brick is a 24VAC...not DC

You are correct...I just checked. So much for that (not a big deal, really).


Ok, here is my list of warts (all 12VDC):

OnQ Controller: 1000 mA
Ocelot/Secu16: 200 mA
Datanab: 800 mA

Netgear switch : 1000 mA
Netgear router : 1200 mA
DSL Modem : 500 mA

I also have a USB hub I'm using in that area, which is 4-5.5V, 3800 mA....but I'm pretty sure its usage is only temporary there, so no need to futz with it.

So I don't really have an abundance of devices (though there's sure to be more)....3 that are really HA dedicated, and 3 that are PC network related. It seems kind of strange to cut the transformers off and hook the network gear up to a dedicated power supply...they just seem more like an appliance than other stuff. And I'm not sure, but I may have to give the DSL modem back once cable comes to our area and I leave Windstream forever.

So what's the verdict? Include at least the switch and router in the mix too? Does it matter if these aren't co-located? The ocelot and datanab will be together, and the OnQ and network gear will be together, but across the room from each other (< 20 ft distance in wire terms).

 

[DrunkenLizard]

Darnit Steve, you have to be more careful than that. I almost bid on the distribution on the spot, just because it's (currently) so cheap. Never point me to a low priced ebay item!


So converting a PC power supply sounds interesting. Definitely along the "hobby" and "is work" lines, but still seems almost right on the edge of what I'd be capable of...and I seriously have at least 4 of these things just laying around.

So maybe converting a power supply...and THEN using the distribution panel? Is the distribution panel just for convenience, looks and (because of the fuzes) safety?

I'm going to do a wall-wart count tonight.

beelzerob,

I have a bunch of Altornix AL400ULX power supplies, If you want one, let me know and I will put one up for sale on the for sale section. I also have some Altronix PD-8 dis. boards. These are 8 output boards that can be used with the 400 power supplies. I use these as well as 600(More amperage) in my set-up. Every device including 4 wire smokes in my system has its own fused output. They come in a can, But if you are short on space they can be removed from the can. Check the Altronix web site for details. I love these things, They make for a super clean installation.

Mike

Hey Mike I'm interested as well, I've reached my power limit and haven't even installed what has arrived so far.

 

[Steve]

Unless your Rain8 is different than mine, that 24V brick is a 24VAC...not DC

You are correct...I just checked. So much for that (not a big deal, really).


Ok, here is my list of warts (all 12VDC):

OnQ Controller: 1000 mA
Ocelot/Secu16: 200 mA
Datanab: 800 mA

Netgear switch : 1000 mA
Netgear router : 1200 mA
DSL Modem : 500 mA

I also have a USB hub I'm using in that area, which is 4-5.5V, 3800 mA....but I'm pretty sure its usage is only temporary there, so no need to futz with it.

So I don't really have an abundance of devices (though there's sure to be more)....3 that are really HA dedicated, and 3 that are PC network related. It seems kind of strange to cut the transformers off and hook the network gear up to a dedicated power supply...they just seem more like an appliance than other stuff. And I'm not sure, but I may have to give the DSL modem back once cable comes to our area and I leave Windstream forever.

So what's the verdict? Include at least the switch and router in the mix too? Does it matter if these aren't co-located? The ocelot and datanab will be together, and the OnQ and network gear will be together, but across the room from each other (< 20 ft distance in wire terms).

Looks like a good application for a 6A min power supply (or 2 4's) and a PD8.

 

[beelzerob]

So what do you think, Steve? Does it matter if the devices aren't all in the same immediate vicinity? And is it worthwhile to power the switch and router in that way too?

I guess it kind of comes down to the question...what is the real benefit of power consolidation when dealing with wall warts. Is it just for cleanliness sake? Or is there some better benefit (capacity, efficiency, quality of power?).

Mike, I'm a sucker for a good deal, so if you're lookin' to get rid of some of those power supplies, or that 8 dist board (since Steve says I need one), then go ahead and post 'em.

 

[Steve]

Well, for me its simply extra power that the M1 doesn't have and it all going to be housed in 1 power can. But the items (in this case PIR's, etc) will be all over the house connected by 22/2. I guess there is no reason you can't hook anything up this way as long as you got the wire, but I would probably not use it to eliminate warts in other rooms, etc. If all the equip was either in or close to the can then I probably would.