Axis 2N 01386-001 Security Relay for A46 Series IP Readers with Tamper Resistant Door Lock Protection

Product SKU: 01386-001

Product Overview

The AXIS 2N 01386-001 Security Relay is a compact tamper-resistant access-control accessory designed to protect electric door locks used with compatible AXIS A46 Series IP readers. Installed securely near the door lock, it separates the critical lock switching and power path from reader-side wiring, helping prevent forced unlocking through voltage injection, cable short-circuiting or manipulation of exposed reader cables. The reader sends an authorised unlock signal to the relay, while the relay performs the actual lock switching close to the protected door hardware. If abnormal manipulation or tampering is detected, unlocking is blocked so the door remains secured. Current Axis compatibility includes the AXIS A4610 Network Reader, AXIS A4611 Network Reader with Keypad and AXIS A4612 Network Bluetooth Reader, making the relay particularly relevant to higher-security access-control installations.

Key Capabilities

Best For

• High-security entry doors: Adds protection where exposing lock-control wiring at an external reader would create an unnecessary physical attack risk.
• AXIS A46 reader installations: Designed for compatible AXIS A4610, A4611 and A4612 network readers.
• Commercial and restricted areas: Useful at offices, secure rooms, warehouses and other entrances where forced unlocking through reader wiring needs to be reduced.
• Access-controlled electric locks: Provides NO and NC relay switching for suitable lock circuits within the published voltage and current limits.

Why Choose the 2N Security Relay

The main reason to add the 01386-001 Security Relay is that access control should not become vulnerable simply because someone can reach the cables behind an external reader. By placing the actual lock switching securely near the door, the relay reduces the opportunity to force the lock open using voltage injection or reader-side cable manipulation. Its compact 56 × 31 × 24 mm enclosure can be positioned close to the locking hardware, while NO and NC contacts provide practical installation flexibility. Available through Security Wholesalers, the relay is particularly worthwhile on AXIS A46 Series reader installations where the physical security of the lock circuit is just as important as the electronic credential used to request access.

Buyer Decision Tips

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Product	2N Security Relay.
Axis Part Number	01386-001.
Product Type	Tamper-resistant security relay for compatible access-control readers and electric locks.
Primary Function	Moves electric-lock switching away from exposed reader-side wiring and closer to the protected lock.
Compatible AXIS Readers	AXIS A4610 Network Reader, AXIS A4611 Network Reader with Keypad and AXIS A4612 Network Bluetooth Reader.
Security Protection	Designed to protect against voltage injection, cable short-circuiting and manipulation of reader-side wiring.
Passive Relay Contacts	Normally open and normally closed contacts.
Passive Contact Rating	Up to 30 V / 1 A AC/DC.
Reader / Intercom Fed Output	9–13 V DC depending on power source, with up to 400 mA DC available.
PoE-Fed Output	9 V DC when powered through the applicable PoE-fed system.
Adapter-Fed Output	Source voltage minus approximately 1 V, up to 400 mA DC.
External Power Supply Output	12 V / 700 mA DC.
Recommended Position	Installed discreetly close to the electric lock.
Dimensions	56 × 31 × 24 mm.
Weight	20 g.

Ideal Use Cases

Choosing the Right Model

• Choose 01386-001 if: You are using a compatible AXIS A46 Series IP reader and want to move the critical electric-lock switching away from exposed reader wiring.
• Check the lock first if: Its voltage or current requirements approach or exceed the relay’s published 30 V / 1 A passive-contact rating or available powered output.
• Do not treat it as the access reader: The Security Relay supplements the compatible reader and electric lock; it does not provide credential reading or replace the main access-control device.

FAQs

1. What does the AXIS 2N 01386-001 Security Relay do?
   The AXIS 2N 01386-001 Security Relay adds a protected switching point between a compatible AXIS A46 series IP reader and the electric lock. Instead of leaving critical lock-control wiring exposed at the reader, the relay is installed close to the lock and responds to the authorised unlock signal. This helps protect the door against cable attacks, voltage injection, short-circuiting and manipulation of reader-side wiring.
2. Which AXIS readers are compatible with the 2N Security Relay?
   Axis currently lists the 2N Security Relay for the AXIS A4610 Network Reader, AXIS A4611 Network Reader with Keypad and AXIS A4612 Network Bluetooth Reader. Compatibility should be checked against the exact reader used in the installation before ordering, particularly when working with an existing access-control system or older 2N hardware.
3. How does the 2N Security Relay improve door security?
   The relay improves security by moving the actual lock switching closer to the lock rather than leaving the critical unlock path exposed at the reader. The reader sends the authorised unlock command to the relay, and the relay controls the lock locally. If tampering or abnormal manipulation is detected, unlocking is blocked so the door remains secured instead of being released through a simple cable attack.
4. Where should the AXIS 2N Security Relay be installed?
   The Security Relay should be installed close to the electric lock so the protected lock-control wiring remains on the secure side of the door. This placement is central to its purpose: it reduces exposure of the lock wiring between the external reader and the locking hardware. The exact wiring and power arrangement should follow the access-control design and the relay’s electrical limits.
5. What relay contacts are available on AXIS 01386-001?
   AXIS 01386-001 provides passive normally open and normally closed relay contacts rated up to 30 V / 1 A AC/DC. This gives installers both NO and NC switching options when integrating suitable locking hardware. The lock, power supply and complete circuit still need to be selected within the relay’s published electrical limits.
6. How can the AXIS 2N Security Relay be powered?
   The relay can be powered from the compatible intercom or reader system, or from an external power supply. When fed from the intercom, the switched output is 9 to 13 V DC depending on the source, with up to 400 mA DC available. When fed from an external power supply, the switched output is 12 V / 700 mA DC.
7. Is AXIS 01386-001 suitable for higher-security door installations?
   Yes. AXIS positions the 2N Security Relay as a tamper-resistant accessory for high-risk installations where protecting door-lock control against physical attack is important. When planning the relay through Security Wholesalers, confirm the AXIS A46 reader, electric lock type, power supply and required NO or NC switching arrangement together so the complete access-control circuit is designed within the relay’s published limits.

Additional Information

Axis 01386-001 Security Relay Datasheet