Sliding garage door opener NORTON-2000-OIL (Economy kit)
- Power supply: 230 Vac - 50|60 Hz
- Motor rotation speed: 1400
- Current intensity: 2.4 A
- Motor power: 650 W
- Thermal protection: 150°
- Capacitor: 25 μf
- Gear ratio in reducer: 1:30
- Gear: modul 4 - Z16
- Oil type: Total Carter EP68
- Lubrication type: Immersion in oil bath 1 L
- Operating temperature: -20°C +55°C
- Protection class: IP 44
- Limit switches: mechanical
- Door speed: 9.6 m/min
- Gear height from floor to rack: 98 mm
- Maximum permissible door weight: 2000 kg
- Maximum number of consecutive open/close cycles at 20°C: up to 50
- Up to 150 open/close cycles per day.
- Motor weight: 17 kg
- Dimensions (LxWxH): 290 x 210 x 335
- Warranty: 2 years
To order this product, call us at 210.555.0632 or buy it online from our eshop.
The NORTON-2000-OIL (kit-Economy) set includes:
- NORTON-2000-OIL sliding gate operator in oil bath for 2000kg gate with all its accessories:
- Operator mounting base with screws and anchors
- Manual override keys (2 pcs)
- Limit switch activation tabs
- Detailed instructions written in Greek
- ProfelmNet PSD-36T remote control at 433.92 MHz, 1 pc
- Metal rack, 3m
The NORTON-2000-OIL (kit-Economy) set is a basic kit for gate installation that includes only the necessary materials. Other materials can be added to it depending on your needs.
Criteria for installing the NORTON-2000-OIL mechanism on your gate
- Can be installed on a gate leaf with a maximum weight of 2000kg.
- Can be used up to 50 consecutive times.
- Can be used up to 150 times per day.
2000kg of door weight is a quite high limit if we assume that the average weight of sliding gates is usually 60-70kg/m. However, if the weight of the door is not known, it is good to consult the manufacturer. From our experience, the above mechanism covers most cases of sliding gates.
The 50 consecutive uses cover most cases of apartment buildings, since even during peak hours it is difficult to exceed this limit. The motor has thermal protection. This means that if it is overused and overheats, movement is interrupted until the normal temperature is restored. It is logical that shorter doors, in a cold environment, can perform more movements than longer doors in a hot environment. If the motor stops moving due to overheating, the door must be operated manually.
The daily uses can cover, for example, over 35 cars that will use it 4 times a day. These uses (compared to hourly uses) are the optimal operation for the mechanism to last for many years without problems.
Advantages of the NORTON-2000-OIL (kit-Economy) automation set
- The NORTON-1000-OIL mechanism is designed for intensive use. It can be installed in apartment buildings or commercial areas with heavy traffic.
- Ideal for heavy doors.
- Reliable, practically maintenance-free.
- Silent during operation.
- Competitive price for an oil bath mechanism
- Easy installation even for those inexperienced in automation.
- Easy disengagement in case of power failure.
- Convenient mechanism dimensions:
The mechanism has special oil (gear oil) in which the motor's gearbox and windings are immersed. This achieves excellent lubrication and cooling.
Sliding garage door with operator - Features
A classic sliding gate arrangement with an operator naturally includes the gate leaf, which has rollers at its bottom. The rollers must be well maintained so as not to hinder the movement of the gate and the operator.
On the ground, the rail on which the rollers move is correctly secured. The rail must be straight without bumps or deformations.
The gate leaf is held upright by the rollers. The rollers are positioned so that they are always in contact with the door from the fully open to the fully closed position. They must be stable and not allow the door to deviate from its path without hindering its movement. They are placed at the top of the door and in the middle of its travel.
The last accessories (for a door without an operator) are the mechanical door stops. The stops define the door's travel, i.e., the final position of the door for both opening and closing.
To automate a gate leaf, we install a metal (or plastic) rack. The rack is a toothed bar that works with the motor's gear to transmit movement.
The motor is placed in the center of the door's travel so that it always maintains contact with the door. It has a gear that transmits movement from the mechanism to the door via the rack.
Beyond the mechanism, an essential accessory for the safety of the entire construction are the safety photocells. Safety photocells are placed on either side of the opening and check if there is an obstacle in the door's path. If an obstacle is detected during the door's closing, the photocells signal the mechanism's control panel and the door's closing stops.
Also, for even greater safety, a safety beacon could be installed, which provides a visual signal when the door is in operation. This is usually installed when the door is adjacent to busy roads, roads with heavy traffic, and in areas where visibility is limited.
Finally, in cases where the range of the remote controls is not desired, an external antenna can be installed to amplify the signal.
Metal rack
The metal rack is delivered in one-meter pieces. It is galvanized for greater resistance to external conditions. The cross-section of the rack is 12x30mm, the diametral pitch is 4 (module 4), and it has 3 spacers per piece. It can be installed on gate leaves with a maximum weight of 2 tons.
A key point of attention is the clearance that must exist between the gear and the rack. Ideally, this clearance should be 1.5mm.
If this gap is not present, the mechanism is forced to carry the door along its entire length of travel instead of simply pushing it. This will cause wear and tear and sooner or later problems will arise in its operation. Its installation is done by welding it onto the door.
Conversely, if the gap is too large, the cooperation between the gear and the rack will not be correct, and jolts and stresses will be created in the motor. Therefore, particular attention is required to create this gap.
NORTON-2000-OIL sliding mechanism metal gear
The metal gear reliably transmits movement from the mechanism to the garage door via the rack. It has protection to prevent accidents and objects from getting trapped between the gear and the rack.
Autotech S5060T control panel for sliding gate mechanisms
The Autotech S5060T control panel is included in the kit and is integrated into the mechanism. It is a control panel that combines simplicity of use with all the necessary functions and has been tested over time. It combines perfectly with the NORTON-2000-OIL mechanism.
Technical characteristics:
- It has a socket for the mechanism's limit switches.
- We can adjust the mechanism's force.
- There is the possibility of soft start and stop for less wear and tear on the mechanism and the garage door.
- It accepts safety photocells that stop movement when they encounter an obstacle during the door's closing and start the reverse movement (opening).
- There is an available setting for automatic closing of the door with the user selecting the closing start time. The use of photocells is necessary for the automatic closing function.
- There is an option for electric braking.
- The opening direction is adjusted with a microswitch.
- The panel can accept a push button (key switch or simple push button).
- The panel can accept a 230VAC warning light without a flasher or a 230VAC lighting lamp.
- It has a built-in receiver with simple operation.
- User information regarding the mechanism's functions is provided by LED lights.
The above control panel has been tested by thousands of users and has proven to be extremely reliable. In addition, it has functions such as adjusting the mechanism's force, slow start and stop, which make it one of the best choices on the market today.
ProfelmNet PSD-36T remote controls at 433.92 MHz.
ProfelmNet PSD-36T remote controls have an excellent design and are user-friendly and simple both in their use and in their programming. They have been tested by thousands of users and do not present any problems. They can receive up to four commands from different mechanisms, which makes them convenient for users who have more than one automation in their daily use.
Sliding mechanism installation process - Briefly
In summary, the steps for installing a sliding garage door mechanism are as follows:
- Checking that the door operates smoothly manually.
- Checking for existing wiring or installing it.
- After checks, the motor base is installed. This requires a stable foundation. Usually, a reinforced concrete base is the appropriate solution.
- Mounting the motor on the base.
- Installing the rack.
- Installing accessories (if any).
- Checking the proper functioning of the setup and explaining all details for safe use to the users.
The above are simply the summary steps for installing a sliding mechanism. Inside the mechanism's packaging, you will find detailed, step-by-step instructions, well-written and easy to follow.
Packaging of the NORTON-2000-OIL (kit-Economy) mechanism set
The NORTON-2000-OIL (kit-Economy) set is delivered in two packages. One contains the mechanism, the remote control and any additional accessories that may have been ordered separately from the set.
The second package contains only the metal rack due to its weight and length.
The set is delivered ready for installation as it has been checked by our technicians and the remote control is programmed.
Installation instructions for the sliding garage door kit
The kit comes with detailed instructions in Greek. These have been processed by us to be easy to follow even by people who are not directly involved with the subject.
They include detailed steps for each stage of installation, from the motor base and the rack to accessories such as photocells and push buttons. Detailed instructions for the Autotech S-5060T control panel, which is integrated into the mechanism, are also included.