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Xtralis Test Transformer VTT-10000 (previously known as the Hot Wire Test – 
Power Supply Unit (PSU)) is a tool used to test very early warning aspirated 
smoke detection equipment.

How it works

The unit generates a high current that passes through a test cable in order to 
heat it, which in turn causes its insulation to burn giving off smoke.
The maximum operating time for the unit is three minutes and then it must be 
left immediately to cool it off for a period of at least seven minutes.

On State:

When the unit is turned on, the “POWER” indicator  ashes a green 

light and the power is applied to the output terminals until the set time has 
elapsed. 

Off State: Once the timer has timed out, the output is switched off and the 
“OUT” indicator illuminates a red light while the “POWER” indicator remains 
illuminated.

Timer

A timer is incorporated to provide a selectable burn period of up to 3 minutes.
The timer also helps to prevent the unit being inadvertently left on for an 
extended period.

The timer is reset when the switch is turned off and will run for the set period 
when the switch is turned on again.

Thermal Switch

The unit is protected against over-temperatures by a thermal switch.
Regardless of the power presence, this switch will not allow operation for an 
extended period (up to an hour) once turned on. Moreover, the thermal switch 
cannot be bypassed or reset manually.

Features

• Tests very early warning aspirated smoke 

detection equipment

• Incorporates a timer to provide a 

selectable burn period of up to 3 minutes

• Embedded thermal switch to protect 

against over-temperatures

Listings / Approvals

• EN 61558-1:1997 Safety of power 

transformers, power supply units and 
similar

• EN 61558-2-6:1997 Particular 

requirements for safety isolating 
transformers for general use.

• EN 50081-1 EMC-Generic Emissions

• EN 50082-1 EMC-Generic Immunity

• FCC Part 15 Class A Emissions

Regional approvals listings and regulatory compliance vary between product 
models. Refer to www.xtralis.com for the latest product approvals matrix.

Xtralis Test Transformer

VTT-10000

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