Maximum Controls MXG-1800-FS Slide Gate Operator
The Maximum Controls MXG-1800-FS is a Fail Safe, heavy-duty 24V brushless DC slide gate operator rated for 1,800 lbs / 60 ft gates with continuous cycle operation and battery backup.
Overview
The Maximum Controls MXG-1800-FS is a high-traffic, heavy-duty 24V brushless DC slide gate operator built for continuous cycle operation across extreme temperatures. As part of the advanced MXG Series, it features anti-corrosive materials, a polymeric polyethylene Military Brown cover, and a fully sealed control box that protects all critical electronics, including the integrated loop rack, from dust, moisture, and corrosion. The Fail Safe design enables back-drivable manual operation upon loss of AC power or battery.
Omega I Board
The MXG-1800-FS is equipped with the Omega I Board, featuring:
- Simplified Dashboard Interface: streamlines installation and setup
- Fast-Charging Capability: supports high-speed battery charging up to 4.5 Amps
- OBD Port for Diagnostics: enables quick troubleshooting, just like the Matrix-III
- Quick-Access Design: spring-loaded door on the clear control box provides instant access to the board for adjustments and servicing
Key Features
- Fail Safe: back-drivable manual operation upon loss of AC power or battery
- Brushless DC motor equivalent to 1¼ HP AC motor
- Gate speed: 12 inches per second
- Capacity: 1,800 lbs / 60 ft gate
- Switchable 115/230 voltage selection
- Continuous cycle operation, overheating not possible
- Operational temperature range: -4°F to 165°F (-20°C to +74°C) including battery performance, without a heater
- Two 7 Amp AGM battery backup modules providing on average 100 cycles in case of power failure
- Optional two 36 Amp AGM batteries providing on average 500 cycles
- Fire Department Compliance, gate auto-opens upon loss of AC power or battery depletion
- Heavy-duty direct drive gearbox size 60, 20:1 gear ratio (no internal chains, belts, or pulleys)
- Chain size #40, 25 ft long
- Electronic release: jog switch at side cover sliding window
- Adaptive obstruction sensing with 16 selectable sensitivity settings (ERD)
- Audible alarm if gate is tampered with or ERD is triggered
- Selectable open timer: 0 to 60 seconds with timer-off option
- Magnetic lock control relay outputs with selectable delay times
- On-board three-button station
- Dedicated breaker requirement: 20 Amp
- Cover color: Military Brown standard; Military Grey optional
Specifications
- Capacity: 1,800 lbs / 60 ft gate
- Gate Speed: 12 inches per second
- Motor: 24V brushless DC (equivalent to 1¼ HP AC)
- Voltage: Switchable 115/230V
- Temperature Range: -4°F to 165°F (-20°C to +74°C)
- Dimensions: 15" W x 19" D x 25¾" H, 7.5" chain height
- Shipping Weight: 138 lbs
- Chain Size: #40, 25 ft
- Gearbox: Size 60, 20:1 gear ratio, direct drive
- Battery Backup (Standard): Two 7 Amp AGM (~100 cycles)
- Battery Backup (Optional): Two 36 Amp AGM (~500 cycles)
- Fast-Charge Rate: Up to 4.5 Amps
- Breaker Requirement: 20 Amp dedicated
- Compliance: UL 325/991 Class I, II, III, and IV; CSA approved
- Warranty: 5 years from date of manufacture; battery warranty 1 year
The Maximum Controls MXG-1800-FS delivers the power, durability, and advanced control features required for demanding high-traffic gate installations.