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5000 | 5300 Series
Electric Strikes
Installation & Operating Instructions
Product Contents
A 5000/5300 Electric Strike Body
B Trim Enhancer (with screws)
C 12 & 24 Volt Pigtails
Electrical Specifications
Electrical Ratings For Solenoid
CONTINUOUS DUTY INTERMITTENT DUTY*
12 VDC 24 VDC 12-16 VAC 24 VDC
Resistance in Ohms 50 200 50 200
Amps .24 .12 .24-.32 .12
Solenoids are rated at +/- 10% indicated value.
*10% max duty cycle (2 min. max on time) Indoor use only
Minimum Wire Gauge Requirements
SOLENOID VOLTAGE
12 VDC 24 VDC
200 feet or less 18 gauge 20 gauge
200 – 300 feet 16 gauge 18 gauge
300 – 400 feet 14 gauge 16 gauge
A
B
Diagram 1: Product Components
C
CAUTION! Before connecting any device at the installation site, verify input voltage using a multimeter.
Many power supplies and low voltage transformers operate at higher levels than listed. Any input voltage
exceeding 10% of the solenoid rating may cause severe damage to the unit and will void the warranty.