Maximum Controls MEGATRON-TANK Swing Gate Operator
The Maximum Controls MEGATRON-TANK is a super heavy-duty industrial swing gate operator rated for 4,500 lbs at 10 ft or 3,000 lbs at 30 ft, powered by a 24V brushless DC motor with a 5-year limited manufacturer warranty.
Overview
The Maximum Controls MEGATRON-TANK is engineered for high-traffic commercial swing gate applications demanding the highest level of gate control. Built around a continuous-duty brushless DC motor and the Matrix-III PRO Series control board, the MEGATRON-TANK delivers a capacity of 4,500 lbs at 10 ft or 3,000 lbs at 30 ft, housed in a robust corrosion-protected enclosure with a lockable cover. Switchable 115/230VAC input voltage and a built-in solar-ready battery module make it adaptable to a wide range of installation environments. Must be installed by a professional gate installer — tech support and warranty apply only to professionally installed units.
Key Features
- Continuous Duty Brushless DC Motor — 24V brushless DC motor equivalent to a 2.5 HP AC motor; no overheating possibilities
- Direct Gear Drive — Heavy-duty dual gear box 900:1 Size 100 (120 lbs); no chains, belts, or pulleys
- Large Output Shaft — 3¼" diameter solid steel with cast iron clamping system
- Intelligent Speed Control — 16 selectable speeds; gate speed 11.5 to 20 seconds for opening and closing; intelligent ramp-up and ramp-down for smooth operation
- Matrix-III PRO Series Control Board — Solar ready with built-in advanced solar regulator; up to 4 Solar Power Packs with 200W solar panels via Solar Combiner
- 24VDC Battery Backup System — Includes (2) 7-Ah batteries; up to 200 full cycles on backup; three modes of selectable battery backup functions
- Adaptive DSP Control — Advanced brushless DC motion control with state machine design electronics and ultra-fast microprocessor
- Tunable 16-Position Safety Obstruction Sensor — Auto adaptable to gate weight and size
- Dynamic Magnetic Brake System — Stops the gate immediately to prevent damage to obstructions
- Advanced Security Features — Built-in audible and remote alarms, tamper alert relay output, gate disable feature, anti-tailgate features, built-in transaction buffer
- Magnetic Lock Control — Relay outputs with selectable delay times
- Switchable 115/230 Voltage Selection and solar option
- Real-Time Performance Analyzer and Event Log — OBD port and Black Box
- Low Voltage Wiring — Remote power up to 500 ft (no battery needed)
- Selectable Open Timer — 0 to 60 seconds with 'timer off' option
- Built-In Outputs — 12VDC and 24VDC outputs; gate status outputs for gate monitoring
- High-Traffic Intuitive Loop Management System for better security
- Robust Lightning Protection — Up to 20KVolts and 10KAmps on all inputs and outputs (44 channels) including loop detector input connections
- Corrosion Protection — Gold zinc coating and powder coating
- Mechanical and Electrical Manual Gate Release functions
- Lockable Cover with key lock release
- On-Board Three Button Station
- Pinch Arm Protection Design
- Gate-in-Motion Alarm for industrial applications
- Automatic Gate Position Reset System and gate sync feature for automatic gate movement synchronization
- UL 325/991 Compliant — Class I, II, III, and IV; CSA approved
- 5-Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty
- Additional Entrapment Prevention Devices REQUIRED
Specifications
- Capacity: 4,500 lbs / 10 ft or 3,000 lbs / 30 ft
- Operational Voltage: 24VDC
- Power Source: Switchable 115/230VAC
- Motor: Continuous duty, 24V brushless DC (equivalent to 2.5 HP AC motor)
- Gear Box: Dual gear box 900:1 Size 100 — 120 lbs
- Output Shaft: 3¼" diameter solid steel
- Opening Speed: Opens 90° in 6 to 10 seconds
- Programmable Gate Speed: 16 selectable speeds; 11.5 to 20 seconds opening and closing
- Dimensions: 19.25" W x 23" D x 25" H; arm height 22.5"
- Shipping Weight: 323 lbs
- Battery Backup: 24VDC system with (2) 7-Ah batteries; up to 200 full cycles
- Temperature Range: -40°F to 158°F (-20°C to +70°C)
- Lightning Protection: Up to 20KVolts and 10KAmps on all inputs and outputs (44 channels)
- Open Timer: Selectable 0 to 60 seconds with 'timer off' option
- Compliance: UL 325/991 Class I, II, III, and IV; CSA approved
- Warranty: 5-year limited manufacturer warranty
The Maximum Controls MEGATRON-TANK delivers industrial-grade swing gate control with unmatched capacity, advanced electronics, and comprehensive security — purpose-built for the most demanding commercial access applications.