Re: installing extra power supply for 8132i

["Bob Worthy" <securinc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Go for it. Charging circuit on the panel is the same for a 12V4Ah as it
would be if it spec'd the 12V7.2 Ah.

"Scott_DC" <scott.dc@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> I'm installing a 8132i keypad for my vista 128FBP system, and have a
> question about the supplemental power supply for it. I orderd the
> 8132ipk so it cames with the AD12612 power supply/charger. The
> documentation for the power supply says to use a 4AH Gel Cell battery.
> Would I be asking for trouble if I used a 7.2AH battery? I'd rather use
> the 7.2 because it's the same battery model i'm using for backup power
> on the main panel, and I would prefer have a longer backup time.
>
> Also, I need to get an enclosure to put the charger & battery into. Is
> that something that I can pick up at my local electrical supply house?
> If not does anyone have a suggestion of where I should order one
> online?
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> Scott
>