Optex PE Beam battery operated is now Wireless Ready with PowerG
When it comes to innovative solutions, as a distributor of premium security products, at BGW Technologies we have the team to bring real security solutions together.
You may remember in our September PING Customer Newsletter last year, we introduced the you to the Optex Short Range Photoelectric (PE) Detectors – Optex OPXAX-200TF/TFR. Offering the first line of defence by adding a boundary or perimeter to increase the effectiveness of a security solution, the OPXAX-200TF requires hardwiring, but the OPXAX-200TFR which offers similar features to the OPXAX- 200TF, is powered by lithium batteries (power source 2x 3.6DC/13AH for transmitter and 2x 3.6VDC/13AH for receiver and current draw about 810 μA), allowing for perimeter protection to be installed in locations where mains power is not available.
Currently the Optex PE with PowerG on board is only available in the US, however recognising the value of this solution BGW Technologies has created a kit that matches the functionality of the US model.
We asked Stanley El Komala from our product team to explain:
“The set up involves adding the OPXBCU-5 for the battery common unit to share power between PE Beam and also the DSC PowerG Transmitter (DSCPG4945). By pairing the Optex wireless beams with the DSC transmitter it can be used on DSC PowerSeries Neo or Qolsys IQ Panel 4 (QOLIQP4021). There is also a BYO transmitter option if you’re looking to pair it with another brand of wireless panel. The integration makes this a market-leading perimeter detection system using Active Infrared Technology (Photoelectric beams) enhanced by the range of PowerG”. - Stanley is Snr. Product Manager for our Intrusion product range.
We also checked in with head of our NSW sales team on his thoughts:
“The nice thing about the wireless beam combo is that you can deploy beams on a perimeter or gate without trenching/cabling out to it plus the battery life is a very respectable at 3-5 Years” - Graham Clark, is State Manager for NSW and the ACT.
So what are the benefits of combining PowerG enabling the PE Beams?
By incorporating the OPXAX-200TFRD beam sensor with the OPXBCU-5 unit and DSC PowerG Transmitter DSCPG4945 offers:
- Battery Operated PE Beams with low current draw and battery sharing with DSC PowerG Transmitter DSCPG4945.
- Multichannel, Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) technology - to overcome frequency blocking and interference.
- Adaptive transmission power - for battery life preservation.
- High transmission ranges - for reliable communication.
- TDMA synchronized communication technology - to prevent message collisions
- Two-Way 128-bit AES encryption - for high-level protection against analysis tools and digital attacks
By incorporating the OPXAX-200TFRD beam sensor with the OPXBCU-5 unit and DSC PowerG Transmitter DSCPG4945, users can achieve unparalleled security for their premises. The system's ability to detect intrusions with precision and accuracy ensures that any unauthorised entry is promptly identified, alerting security personnel in real-time.
To learn more about Battery Operated Wireless Ready Optex PE Beams get in touch with your local BGW Technology team here.
To have a read through our article on the Optex PE Short range devices from the September PING Newsletter, click here
