- APC SmartSlot card providing 6 fully isolated output relays mapped to UPS status conditions (on battery, low battery, on bypass, replace battery, etc.)
- 4 opto-isolated input contacts for remote UPS control and testing
- Expandable to 8 output relays and 8 input contacts via the optional AP9810 Dry Contact I/O Accessory
- Compatible with most APC by Schneider Electric UPS devices up to 160kVA with an available SmartSlot
- Designed for integration with building management systems, alarm panels, and PLC-based monitoring infrastructure
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Description
APC Dry Contact I/O SmartSlot Card — AP9613
Full APC Specification: Dry contact, Management Options, Dry Contact I/O Card, monitor external UPS environmental sensors, output relays, and input contacts
The AP9613 is APC's dry-contact integration card for environments where UPS status must be exposed through hard-wired contact closures rather than (or in addition to) network protocols. It provides 6 fully isolated output relays mapped to UPS conditions and 4 opto-isolated input contacts for remote control — directly connectable to building management systems (BMS), industrial alarm panels, PLCs, and DDC controllers.
When Dry Contacts Matter
Many critical-infrastructure environments require physical contact-closure signaling regardless of what network-based monitoring exists. Industrial facilities, healthcare critical systems, fire/life safety integration, and government secure facilities frequently mandate dry-contact UPS status for alarm panels and BMS integration — both for redundancy with network monitoring and for explicit compliance with electrical and life-safety codes.
Key Features
- 6 Output Relays (Fully Isolated): Mapped to standard UPS conditions including on battery, low battery, on bypass, output power off, replace battery, and additional configurable conditions.
- 4 Opto-Isolated Input Contacts: Remote UPS control and testing through dry-contact closure from upstream control infrastructure.
- Expandable to 8 Relays + 8 Inputs: Add the AP9810 Dry Contact I/O Accessory through the universal input/output ports.
- Broad UPS Compatibility: Compatible with most APC UPS devices up to 160kVA output rating with an available SmartSlot.
- Standard Sensing Voltage: 5 VDC at less than 1 mA nominal — interfaces cleanly with most BMS and PLC contact inputs.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | APC SmartSlot card |
| Output Relays | 6 fully isolated (expandable to 8 with AP9810) |
| Input Contacts | 4 opto-isolated (expandable to 8 with AP9810) |
| Sensing Voltage | 5 VDC at less than 1 mA (nominal) |
| Input Stability | 1 second minimum for valid recognition |
| UPS Compatibility | Most APC UPS up to 160kVA with SmartSlot |
| Optional Expansion | AP9810 Dry Contact I/O Accessory |
| Warranty | 2-year |
Ideal Applications
- Building Management Systems (BMS): UPS status integration with Modbus-incapable or contact-closure-only BMS controllers.
- Industrial Process Control: PLC-based UPS status integration in manufacturing, water treatment, and process facilities.
- Healthcare Critical System Integration: Hospital alarm panels and life-safety system integration where dry-contact UPS status is code-required.
- Government Secure Facilities: Air-gapped UPS status signaling where network-based monitoring is not permitted.
- Fire/Life Safety System Integration: UPS status into fire alarm panels per NFPA 72 and related codes.
Questyme: Dry Contact Integration Planning
Mapping UPS conditions to BMS or PLC inputs requires understanding both the AP9613's relay assignments and the receiving system's input specifications. Questyme can scope the integration plan before shipment. Contact our team.
Specifications
Overview
Model
Dry Contact I/O SmartSlot Card
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Mode
Not rack-mountable
Mounting Preference
No preference
Product Line
NMC EMBEDDED SW
Shipping Dimensions
Height: 2.01Width: 9.25Length: 6.26
Shipping Weight
0.9 lb
UPC Code
731304293842
Lead time
Usually in Stock
Provided Equipment
User Manual
USB cable
USB cable
Environmental
Packaging Made with Recycled Cardboard
No
Packaging without Single Use Plastics
No
Ambient Air Temperature for Operation
32-104 ?F (0-40 ?C)
Ambient Air Temperature for Storage
5-149 ?F (-15-65 ?C)
Relative Humidity
0-95 %
Storage Relative Humidity
0-95 %
Operating Altitude
0-10000 ft
Storage Altitude
0-50000 ft (0.0000000000-15240.0000000000 m)
Packaging / Certifications
Unit Type of Package 1
PCE
Packaging Made with Recycled Cardboard
No
Packaging without Single Use Plastics
No
WEEE
The product must be disposed on European Union markets following specific waste collection and never end up in rubbish bins.
Take-back
Yes