Gate automation failure/ replacement

[jgpp]

Thanks for the reply, I've just removed the lid and the pump is marked Sub R. Now looking at the spec sheet for Subs it says these are suitable for up tp 1.50m, our gate leafs are 2.5, though I don't think they will weigh any where near 800kg. Is this critical ?


The pump that has failed has worked well for three years whilst the other side has been replaced a few times .
Could we just replace the failed one with the correct pump ER/EL.

Thanks once again

Hi,

First of all, we need to find out which BFT Sub you have, as there are about 5 different types. All of these do 500 operations per 24 hours average, so your question about usage should not really be a problem.

But however, it will depend on how big and heavy your gate is. as all the different types of SUB motor take different size gates.

BFT is a good Manufacturer of gate automation and when fitted correctly and serviced correctly will work for many years without problems.

Attached is a specification sheet of a sub motor, it will show you the different models and the size of gate that they will work with.

If the seals are breaking then you may need a higher specification sub motor which is non-locking to avoid the size of the gate breaking the hydraulic seals.

Please let me know if you need more information.