HES 9600 Wiring Diagram
The HES 9600 connects to access control systems using color-coded pigtails for 12V or 24V DC operation and optional LBM/LBSM monitoring. Hanchett Entry Systems (HES), an ASSA ABLOY company, provides pre-attached pigtails for field-selectable voltage configuration. For detailed access control panel integration, see the HES 9600 access control system wiring guide.
What are the HES 9600 wire colors?
The HES 9600 uses red/black for 12V, violet/red-green for 24V, and white/yellow/orange for monitoring. The strike ships with all pigtails pre-attached. Connect only the wires for your selected voltage and insulate unused leads.
| Wire Color | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ■ Red | 12V Positive (+) | Use with Black for 12V operation |
| ■ Black | 12V Negative (−) | Use with Red for 12V operation |
| ■ Violet | 24V Positive (+) | Use with Red/Green for 24V operation |
| ■ Red/Green | 24V Negative (−) | Striped wire, use with Violet |
| ■ White | Monitor Common | LBM/LBSM models only |
| ■ Yellow | Monitor N.O. | Normally Open contact |
| ■ Orange | Monitor N.C. | Normally Closed contact |
How do I wire the HES 9600 for 12V operation?
Connect Red (+) to positive 12V DC and Black (-) to negative/ground. The 12V configuration draws 500 mA continuous current. Insulate the Violet and Red/Green (24V) wires with electrical tape or wire nuts.
12V Wiring Connection
Power Supply (+12V DC) → Red Wire
Power Supply (GND) → Black Wire
Insulate: Violet and Red/Green wires
How do I wire the HES 9600 for 24V operation?
Connect Violet (+) to positive 24V DC and Red/Green stripe (-) to negative/ground. The 24V configuration draws 250 mA continuous current—half of the 12V configuration, making it more efficient for long wire runs.
24V Wiring Connection
Power Supply (+24V DC) → Violet Wire
Power Supply (GND) → Red/Green Wire
Insulate: Red and Black wires
The HES 9600 requires DC power. Connecting AC voltage will damage the solenoid and void the warranty. Use a rectified power supply if only AC is available.
How do I wire the LBM (Latchbolt Monitor) option?
The LBM option provides a SPDT switch that changes state when the latchbolt is depressed. Use the White (Common), Yellow (N.O.), and Orange (N.C.) wires to signal the access control system when the door is opened.
| LBM Contact | Wire | State When Latchbolt Extended | State When Latchbolt Depressed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common | White | — | — |
| Normally Open | Yellow | Open (no continuity) | Closed (continuity to Common) |
| Normally Closed | Orange | Closed (continuity to Common) | Open (no continuity) |
LBM Wiring to Access Control
Door Status Input (+) → White Wire (Common)
Door Status Input (−) → Yellow Wire (N.O.) or Orange Wire (N.C.)
Use Yellow (N.O.) for systems that expect a closed circuit when the door opens. Use Orange (N.C.) for systems that expect an open circuit when the door opens.
How do I wire the LBSM (Latchbolt Strike Monitor) option?
The LBSM option provides monitoring for both the latchbolt position and the strike keeper position. This dual-sensing confirms when the door has actually opened, not just when the strike releases. Wire connections are the same as LBM.
Learn more about LBM vs LBSM differences →
How do I wire the HES 9600 to an access control panel?
Connect the strike to the access control panel's lock output relay using matching voltage polarity. Most access control panels provide a relay output that switches power to the strike when access is granted. The diagram below shows a typical fail-secure configuration.
Access Control Integration (Fail-Secure)
Power Supply (+) → Panel Lock Relay (COM)
Panel Lock Relay (N.O.) → Strike (+) Wire
Power Supply (−) → Strike (−) Wire
When card reader grants access, relay closes, power flows to strike, door unlocks.
What wire gauge should I use?
Use 18 AWG minimum for wire runs up to 100 feet; use 16 AWG for runs up to 200 feet. Voltage drop increases with distance. At 24V, you can use longer wire runs than 12V for the same gauge because the lower current reduces resistive losses.
| Wire Run | 12V Minimum | 24V Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–50 ft | 22 AWG | 22 AWG | 18 AWG |
| 50–100 ft | 18 AWG | 20 AWG | 16 AWG |
| 100–150 ft | 16 AWG | 18 AWG | 14 AWG |
| 150–200 ft | 14 AWG | 16 AWG | 12 AWG |
View complete electrical specifications →
Wiring Best Practices
Do's and Don'ts
- DO verify voltage with a multimeter before connecting
- DO insulate all unused pigtails to prevent shorts
- DO use wire nuts or crimp connectors (not electrical tape alone)
- DO leave service loops for future maintenance
- DON'T connect AC voltage to the strike
- DON'T mix 12V and 24V pigtails
- DON'T exceed wire gauge limits for long runs
- DON'T run low-voltage wiring in same conduit as line voltage
Download the official HES 9600 installation instructions for complete wiring diagrams: