NORTON-1000-OIL Sliding Gate Motor
Oil bath sliding garage door mechanism set with NORTON-1000-OIL motor for gates up to 1000 kg and for intensive use. Includes: mounting base, terminal switch activation tabs, disengagement keys and installation instructions in Greek.
Available in its basic version without control panel, without remote control. Depending on your needs, you can add 1 to 5 remote controls with control panel, 5 to 8 meters of rack and wired or reflector photocells.
General information about the NORTON-1000-OIL mechanism:
- Power supply: 230 Vac - 50|60 Hz
- Motor rotation speed: 1400
- Current intensity: 1.7 A
- Motor power: 550 W
- Thermal protection: 150°
- Capacitor: 18 μf
- Gear ratio in reducer: 1:30
- Gear: module 4 - Z16
- Oil type: Total Carter EP68
- Lubrication type: Immersion in oil bath 0.250 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: 1000 kg
- Maximum number of continuous open/close cycles at 20°C: up to 50
- Up to 150 open/close cycles per day.
- Motor weight: 16 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.
Criteria for the installation of the NORTON-1000-OIL mechanism on your door
- It can be installed on a door leaf with a maximum weight of 1000kg.
- It can be used up to 50 times continuously.
- It can be used up to 150 times per day.
The 1000kg 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 door weight is not known, it is advisable to ask the manufacturer. From our experience, the above mechanism covers most cases of sliding gates.
The 50 continuous uses cover most cases of apartment buildings, as even during peak hours, it is difficult to exceed this limit. The motor has thermal protection. This means that if the usage is exceeded and it overheats, the movement stops until the normal temperature returns. It is logical that small doors, in a cold environment, can perform more movements than large doors in a warm environment. If the motor stops due to overheating, the door must be operated manually.
The daily uses can, for example, cover more than 35 cars that will use it 4 times a day. These uses (compared to uses per hour) are the optimal operation for the mechanism to last for many years without problems.
Advantages of the NORTON-1000-OIL automation set
- The NORTON-1000-OIL mechanism is designed for intensive use. It can be installed in apartment buildings or commercial premises with heavy traffic.
- Ideal for heavy doors.
- Reliable, practically maintenance-free.
- Quiet during operation.
- Competitive price for an oil bath mechanism.
- Easy installation even for those not experienced in automation.
- Easy disengagement in case of power failure.
- Convenient mechanism dimensions:
The mechanism has a special oil (gear oil) in which the motor reducer and its windings are immersed. This achieves excellent lubrication and cooling.
Sliding garage door with mechanism - Features
A classic sliding gate arrangement with a mechanism 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 door and the mechanism.
The rail, on which the rollers move, is properly secured to the ground. 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 a mechanism) are the mechanical stops of the door. 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 cooperates with the motor's gear to transmit movement.
The motor is placed at the center of the door's travel so that it always has contact with the door. It has a gear that transmits movement from the mechanism to the door via the rack.
In addition to the mechanism, an essential accessory for the safety of the entire construction are the safety photocells. The safety photocells are placed on either side of the opening and check for obstacles in the door's path. If an obstacle is detected during the door's closing, the photocells instruct the mechanism's control panel to stop the door's closing and initiate the reverse movement (opening).
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 rack's cross-section is 12x30mm, the diametral pitch is 4 (module 4), and it has 3 spacers per piece. It can be installed on door 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 does not exist, the mechanism is forced to carry the door along its entire path instead of simply pushing it. This will cause wear and tear, and sooner or later problems will arise in its operation. The 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 jerks and stresses will be created in the motor. Therefore, particular attention is required to create this gap.
NORTON-1000-OIL sliding mechanism metal gear
The metal gear reliably transmits motion from the mechanism to the garage door via the rack. It features protection to prevent accidents and entrapment of objects between the gear and the rack.
Autotech S5060T control panel for sliding garage door mechanisms
The Autotech S5060T control panel is included in the set and is integrated into the mechanism. It is a control panel that combines simplicity of use with all necessary functions and has been tested over time. It combines perfectly with the NORTON-1000-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 an obstacle is encountered during door closing and initiate reverse movement (opening).
- There is an available setting for automatic door closing with user-selectable closing start time. The use of photocells is essential for automatic closing operation.
- There is an option for electric braking.
- The opening direction is adjusted with a microswitch.
- The panel can accept buttons (keypad or simple push-button panel).
- 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.
Operation of sliding gate photocells
Photocells are a product that significantly increases safety in the use of a sliding mechanism at minimal cost. These particular photocells (IR5001P) are extremely reliable and operate with 12-24 VDC or 12-24 VAC, making them compatible with most control panels on the market. They have been on the market for years and do not present problems. They require no maintenance and are quite reliable even in difficult weather conditions.
Photocell operation: The transmitter emits an infrared light beam, in the non-visible spectrum, which is directed towards the receiver. When there is no obstacle to interrupt the beam, the door operates normally. When the beam is interrupted by an obstacle (vehicle, pedestrian, pet, etc.) during door closing, the control panel instructs the mechanism to stop the door closing and begin the reverse movement (opening). If the beam is interrupted while the door is opening, it continues its course normally, while if it is open, it is not allowed to begin closing.
An alternative to wired photocells is the installation of reflector photocells. These photocells do not require wiring on both sides of the door, so they are easier to install. They are preferred in cases where the door and the surrounding area have been completed without provision for wiring. They have a slight surcharge compared to wired photocells, but they are a very good solution when wiring cannot be run.
ProfelmNet PSD-36T remote controls at 433.92 MHz.
ProfelmNet PSD-36T remote controls have an excellent design and are easy to use and program. 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 procedure - Brief overview
Briefly, 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 new wiring.
- After these checks, the motor base is installed. A stable foundation is required. Usually, a reinforced concrete base is the appropriate solution.
- Mounting the motor on the base.
- Installing the rack.
- Installing accessories (if any).
- Checking for proper operation of the entire setup and explaining all details to users for safe use.
The above are simply a brief overview of the 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-1000-OIL mechanism set (kit-Standard) S
The NORTON-1000-OIL set is delivered in two packages if it also includes a rack. One package contains the mechanism, remote controls, photocells, 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 set
The set comes with detailed instructions in Greek. They have been edited by us to be easy to follow even by people who are not directly involved in the field.
They contain detailed steps for each stage of the installation, from the motor base and rack to accessories such as photocells and buttons. Detailed instructions for the Autotech S-5060T control panel, which is integrated into the mechanism, are also included.