DCU 2403

  • 230 VAC INPUT
  • 13.5 VDC or switchable to 27.0 VDC OUTPUT
  • Safety in accordance with DIN EN IEC 62368-1 & DIN EN 54-4
  • VdS approval
  • Integrated battery monitoring system
  • Temperature-controlled charging voltage adjustment
  • Up to 2 x 12 VDC / 24 Ah batteries can be integrated
  • Integration into bus systems for fault transmission to the fire alarm control panel
  • Mains voltage monitoring with selectable delay time
  • Earth fault monitoring (can be disabled)
  • Integrated door contact connection (changeover contact)

Technical Specifications

INPUT DCU 2403
Rated input voltage 230 VAC
Input current 1.1 A
Frequency 50 … 60 Hz

OUTPUT DCU 2403
Nominal output voltage when connected to the mains 13.5 / 27.0 VDC  ±1 % Temperature-controlled
Output current 6.0 A at 13.5 V
3.0 A at 27.0 V
Nominal output power 81 W
Output voltage when running on battery power typ. 13.0 … 9.5 V / 26.5 … 19.0 VDC

ENERGY STORAGE DCU 2403
Transitional period depends on the load; limited by battery capacity
Charging current 1.3 A per battery at 12.0 V
Deep discharge protection typ. 9.5 V per battery
Discharge warning contact typ. 11.0 V per battery
(suitable for use with 1 A, 30.0 VDC)
Storage type suitable for type: VRLA-AGM; 2 x 12 VDC
Storage capacity at least 5 Ah / max. 24 Ah

SIGNALLING AND COMMUNICATION DCU 2403
Signalling LED and indicator contacts

EFFICIENCY DCU 2403
Efficiency typ. 81 %

ELECTRICAL PROTECTION DCU 2403
Internal battery fuse T  4 A (5 x 20 mm) per battery
Internal mains input fuse T  4 A (5 x 20 mm)
Internal output fuse T 10 A (5 x 20 mm) per output

DCU 2403
Width 310 mm
Height 410 mm
Depth 211 mm
Weight 7.5 kg (about 23 kg including battery)
Installation method Wall mounting

CONNECTION 1 DCU 2403
Connection type Input
Connection technology Screw terminal
Single-core conductor 1,5 … 6 mm²
16 … 10 AWG
Stripping length 6 mm
Tightening torque for the terminal 0,5 … 0,6 Nm

CONNECTION 2 DCU 2403
Connection type Output / Signalling
Connection technology Screw-type / plug-in terminals
Fine-stranded conductor 0,2 … 2,5 mm²
24 … 12 AWG
Stripping length 7 mm
Tightening torque for the terminal 0,5 … 0,6 Nm

PROTECTION AND SAFETY DCU 2403
IP-Rating IP 30
Protection class I

DCU 2403
Ambient temperature (operation) -5 °C … +40 °C
Ambient temperature (storage) -20°C … +45 °C
Cooling natural convection

DCU 2403
EU Declaration of Conformity in accordance with 2011/65/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, (EU)305/2011
Standards and Regulations DIN EN IEC 62368-1
DIN EN 54-4
DIN EN IEC 61000-4-2
DIN EN IEC 61000-4-3
DIN EN 61000-4-4
DIN EN 61000-4-5
DIN EN IEC 61000-3-2
VdS – Approval G 209227
Certificate number 0786-CPR-20935

DCU 2403
Product group All-in-One UPS
Verpackungseinheit 1 item
Type of packaging Cardboard box
Country of origin DE
HS-Code 85044095
Item number 86272

Product Description

The DCU 2403 power supply unit ensures an uninterrupted power supply for fire alarm systems in buildings in accordance with EN 54-4. The unit combines the input power supply, UPS and battery charging functions in a single housing, which accommodates battery packs – consisting of two individual batteries – with a capacity of up to 24 Ah. The switchable output voltage (12 or 24 VDC) and the BUS connection via an adapter circuit board complete the unit’s features.

Approvals and Applications

CE Marking

CE Marking

2011/65/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, (EU)305/2011
Certified by VDS

Certified by VDS

G 209227

Complementary Products