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DACE Ultima AC/DC Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for the Ultima AC/DC 800 gate opener

  • What is the difference between the RT, HT and AC/DC 800?

     

      HT18/36 RT25/50 AC/DC
    Speed 18mtr/m - 36mtr/m 25mtr/m - 50mtr/m 30mtr/m
    Motor RPM 3100rpm* 4500rpm* 3100rpm*
    Internal Gear Steel Steel Steel
    Start Up Pull Force 28kg/18kg 22kg/18kg 32kg
    Running Pull Force 18kg/12kg 15kg/12kg 22kg
    Weight 600kg/300kgs 500kg/300kgs ???kgs
    Application High Traffic Regular Traffic High Traffic
      Level ground or gradient Level ground only Level ground or gradient

    *Depends on weight of gate

  • Do I require a physical power point at the gate?

    Yes

  • What gate size will the gate opener do?

    A maximum gate length of 20mtrs

  • Do I need to have a stop for the gate in the open and closed position?

    Yes, this will be a fail safe in case the gate opener does not shut off for some reason when the gate is opening or closing.

  • Is there an obstruction safety feature?

    Yes
  • Can I set the gate opener to auto close after I drive through?

    Yes, you have an auto close time up to 30 minutes

  • What warranty does the product have?

    2 year warranty back to base on motor, gear box and control board

  • Are spare parts available for this product?

    Yes
  • Can I have Backup Battery?

    Yes (optional)

  • Does the gate opener have a manual release?

    Yes

  • How many remotes can I have tuned to the gate opener?

    1024 remotes to the standard on board receiver

  • What maintenance should I do on my gate opener?

    The manufacturer recommends checking the oil level periodically by removing the oil level screw and refilling the gearbox with S.A.E.75W/90.
    We do recommend keeping an eye out for insect or bug infestation on the main control board as well as checking the nylon racking every so often to make sure there are no worn teeth or that the racking has dropped over time.
  • Is this kit supplied with full DIY instructions?

    Yes
  • What distance will the remotes work from?

    With our standard remotes you can get anywhere from 30mtrs to 50mtrs taking into account line of sight to the gate and area interference. For a longer distance our long range option could get you up to 400mtrs.
  • How do visitors use the gate?

    You have the option of visitor push buttons, keypads or GSM units for visitor entry.

  • Can I place the push button at the house?

    Yes, you would have to wire the push button back to the main control box.
  • What happens if I have questions when installing?

    If you have questions throughout the installation, you can call the office Monday - Friday to speak with our trained staff

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  • Motor with Base Plate

  • 4mtrs Nylon Racking

  • 2 x Remotes

  • 2 x Release Keys
  • Inbuilt high current toroidal transformer

  • Backup battery optional (not included)

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DACE Ultima AC/DC 800

The DACE Ultima AC/DC 800 motor is a continuation of the RT and HT series for residential & light commercial applications and suits gates up to 20mtrs long.

With state of the art technology and a strong, rugged construction it will stand up to the most extreme conditions.

The DACE Ultima AC/DC 800 features pedestrian mode, auto close, auto close override, adjustable speed and many other exciting features.

This kit is the perfect solution where you have a direct powerpoint at the gate for a plug and play system. You can also add an optional backup battery for those times of power outages.

The motor comes with an inbuilt high current toroidal transformer ready for an easy plugin installation at the gate.

NO MORE EFFORT
HIGH TRAFFIC
Ultima AC/DC 800 is the workhorse you need when people come and go often.
GREATER CONVENIENCE
ALL IN THE PRESS OF A BUTTON!
MORE STYLE
A SECURE HOME
Your property is less desirable to thieves with an automated gate.
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Steel Internal Gear

To suit BMGi's standards, we have engineered the Ultima's internal gear with a steel internal design to go with our steel internal drive gear. This ensures the slide motor has a higher life expectancy and allows our units to be more shock tolerant when an unexpected obstruction is sensed.

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DACE Ultima AC/DC 800
Features & Specifications

Features

Specifications

Gate Weight & Forces

Dimensions

  • Large Graphics Display
  • On-Board Help Screens
  • 8 Inputs and 5 Outputs
  • Inbuilt high current toroidal transformer
  • Navigate Menu Via Joystick
  • Multiple Security Functions
  • Quick Nav Screen for Easy Selection
  • Program up to 1024 Remotes
  • Time Manager Controls up to 840 Events
  • 15 Channel On-Board Code Hoping Receiver
  • Ultra Energy Efficient
  • Voice Prompts to Simplify Installation
SPECIFICATIONS
Battery Backup Yes Optional - 12v
Max. Running Speed 30mtrs/min
  Gate Specifications
Max. Gate Mass 800kgs
Max. Startup Force 32kgs
Max. Running Force 22kgs
Max. Gate Size 20mtrs
  Motor Specifications
External Pinion Gear Steel
Internal Drive Gear Steel
Transformer Supply Voltage 220V / 240V AC
Max. Supply Voltage 16.5 AC
Cycles per day 1500
Motor Power 120 Watts
Motor RPM 3100 Watts
On Board Receiver 1024
Receiver 16 Channel
Adjustable Ramp up YES - adjustable per centimeter
Adjustable Ramp down YES - adjustable per centimeter
Sleep Modes Light, Medium, Deep Sleep
Menu Navigation Quick navigation and voice prompts
Auto Close times 0 - 30 minutes
Upgradable Software YES - Software upgradable by USB
On Board Charger 1.5A Intelligent multistage charging
Self Diagnostics Screen YES
Collision Sensing YES - Open and Close force
GATE WEIGHT - RUNNING FORCE - PULL FORCE
How to check that your gate is suitable for the
Ultima AC/DC 800 slide gate motor
  Gate Specifications
Max. Gate Mass 800kg
Max. Starup Force 32kgs
Max. Running Force 22kgs
Checking Pull Force & Running Force
gate pull force

The driveway gate pull and running forces should be measured before purchasing or installing any gate opener. Should the measured forces exceed those in the table above for the Ultima units, then the motor must not be installed. It may be possible to reduce these forces by carrying out maintenance on the gate rail but if not, then the motor must not be installed.

These forces can be measured using a fishing or luggage scale (see figure above).

Starup Force: place the gate in the fully open/closed position and pull on the scale until the gate starts moving. The value showing on the scale at the point that the gate starts moving is the Startup Force kgf. This should be checked in both directions.

Running Force: this is the maximum value read while the gate is moving before coming to the fully open position.

Checking the Effective Gate weight if on a Gradient
gate gradient

Gradient = A (0.3m) / B (4m)

Effective Gate Weight
When is a 200kg gate really 800kgs - Working out the effective gate weight

Effective Gate Weight = 40 x gradient + 1 x actual gate weight
Eg. A driveway, that falls 300mm over 4m (.300/4 = .075 gradient) has an effective weight of 800kgs
Effective Gate Weight = 40 x .075 + 1 x 200
Therefore, the example above wouldn't suit either of these motors

Other Examples:

80kg actual gate weight - Fall 100mm over 4m = 160kg effective gate weight

80kg actual gate weight - Fall 200mm over 5m = 208kg effective gate weight

150kg actual gate weight - Fall 350mm over 6m = 266kg effective gate weight

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Template guide tips for installation

Tips for using the cardboard template guide when installing your actautor arm

The below example is showing us a pull to open setup.
Actuator arm on the inside of the property pulling the gate inwards to open.
E8 Template guide setup
This first image shows us with the gate in the open position and template setup. You will always set your gate up in the open position, generally around the 90 degree mark. This will allow the arm to have full retraction in the open and therefore no ground stop required. You will position your template so that it's pivot point marries up to the secondary bracket and arm pivot point. Using the short side of the template position it to the gate frame and mark the gate with a piece of tape beween the 2 end lines on the template. This will represent the gate bracket pin.
E8 Template guide setup
Once you have your mark on the gate from the open position using the short side of the template, you will then close the gate to hit its stop. Bring the long side of the template around to the closed gate frame. Now check that the tape marked on the gate falls within the long cardboard template. If it does, then you have the gate bracket marked and positioned on your gate as well as having the correct position for your actuator arm's pivot point. If the tape falls outside the long cardboard template then your pivot point is not correct which will result in the gate not fully closing. Try adjusting the pivot point and start again.
E8 swing kit template guide and setup
Image above shows a nice angle between the gate and actuator arm. If this is not set correctly and the arm runs parallel with the gate you will end up with a tired and eventually damaged arm.
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