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Paxton 242-166-US Switch2 Standalone, Single Door Access Control Unit, ACU and 1A PSU in Plastic Housing

SKU: 242-166-US Paxton

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Paxton Access Switch2 Door Access Control System
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Key Features

  • Enterprise-grade single-door control that secures entry points and centralizes credential management for faster, more reliable access control
  • Stores up to 10,000 users on-board for robust, scalable access across sites without dependence on a central server
  • Supports two readers (in/out) and common Paxton readers (PROXIMITY, CARD-LOCK, TOUCH-LOCK) for flexible installation and bi-directional monitoring
  • Integrated ACU and 1A PSU in a tamper-resistant plastic housing simplifies installation and reduces component sourcing
  • Designed for high-security applications with local storage of permissions to maintain security even if networked systems are unavailable

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Product Model
242-166-US
Brand Name
Paxton
Product Line
Switch2
Product Name
Switch2 Door Access Control System
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242-166-US

Overview

Secure single-door access with Paxton’s Switch2 standalone access control unit — designed for organizations that need reliable, on-site entry management without complex servers. The Switch2 Access Control Panel stores access permissions locally and supports up to 10,000 users, making it ideal for schools, small campuses, offices and secure facilities that require scalable credential management. It accepts two readers for read-in/read-out configurations and is compatible with Paxton PROXIMITY, CARD-LOCK and TOUCH-LOCK readers for flexible deployment. The unit includes the ACU and a 1A PSU inside a tamper-resistant plastic housing and operates at 14V DC, streamlining installation and reducing rack or cabinet requirements. By keeping user data on the device, Switch2 enhances physical security and supports continuous monitoring and surveillance workflows even if enterprise networks are down. Choose Switch2 when you need a compact, dependable access control panel that prioritizes security, simple maintenance and easy integration with existing security systems. Contact your reseller to specify Switch2 for your next door security upgrade or site-wide access control rollout.

Features

  • Enterprise-grade single-door control that secures entry points and centralizes credential management for faster, more reliable access control
  • Stores up to 10,000 users on-board for robust, scalable access across sites without dependence on a central server
  • Supports two readers (in/out) and common Paxton readers (PROXIMITY, CARD-LOCK, TOUCH-LOCK) for flexible installation and bi-directional monitoring
  • Integrated ACU and 1A PSU in a tamper-resistant plastic housing simplifies installation and reduces component sourcing
  • Designed for high-security applications with local storage of permissions to maintain security even if networked systems are unavailable
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Technical specifications for Paxton 242-166-US Switch2 Standalone, Single Door Access Control Unit, ACU and 1A PSU in Plastic Housing
General Information
Brand Name Paxton
Manufacturer Paxton Access Ltd.
Product Line Switch2
Product Name Switch2 Door Access Control System
Product Type Door Access Control System
Product Model 242-166-US
Manufacturer Part Number 242-166-US
Technical Information
Number of Doors 1
Number of Users 10000
Application/Usage Door
Identification Method Key Code, Proximity
Physical Characteristics
Depth 3.1"
Width 7.9"
Height 7.9"
Power Description
Input Voltage 14V DC
Miscellaneous
Compatibility Paxton Access:TOUCH-LOCK or CARD-LOCK ReaderPROXIMITY Reader
Country of Origin GB

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Paxton 242-166-US Switch2 Standalone, Single Door Access Control Unit, ACU and 1A PSU in Plastic Housing

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