Benefits of the brushless motor in automatic barriers

Are you looking for a resistant, precise and fast automatic barrier? Find out how brushless motors are the best choice for this performance.

The continuous search for efficiency and reliability encourages constant technological advances. Among these advances, the increasingly frequent integration of brushless motors in various applications, such as automatic barriers, stands out.

But in the context of electric motor automation, you often hear two terms: “Brushless” and “Brushed”. Therefore, in this article, you will not only learn about brushless motors, but you will also learn about the different points that differentiate these two motors.

Let’s explore more closely what these engines are and how they are transforming the idea of automatic barriers.

Read on to learn more.

What is a brushless and brushed motor? What are the diferences?

“Brushless” is a term that means “without brushes”. In other words, this motor does not use carbon brushes in its composition.

On the other hand, conventional “brushed” motors mean, that they have brushes.

Brushless and brushed motors are two fundamental technologies in the electric motor industry, each with its own distinct characteristics.

Brushless motors, unlike brushed ones, do not have brushes to transfer energy to the rotor, which results in more efficient and durable operation. This lack of mechanical friction not only reduces wear, but also makes brushless motors ideal for applications that require high efficiency and long service life. Additionally, brushless motors offer greater speed control and precision.

On the other hand, brushed motors are still widely used where simplicity and low cost are priorities, although they are less efficient and have a higher level of wear.

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Benefits of the brushless motor in automatic barriers

Now that we have explored the main differences, it is possible to foresee some of the main benefits that automatic barriers can enjoy when integrating a brushless motor. These advantages go beyond simple mechanical operation and directly reflect on the efficiency, reliability and experience of the user as well as that of the technicians.

Let’s take a closer look at some of these benefits:

1. Reduced mechanical wear and ease of installation

Barriers with brushless motors have a significant reduction in mechanical wear due to their brushless operation. This benefit is especially valuable as it extends the useful life of the equipment and reduces the need for frequent maintenance and repairs.

These are often designed to be compact and lightweight, which makes installing the automatic barrier easier. This also ends up reducing the time and effort required to install the equipment.

2. Durability and reliability

The superior service life of the Brushless motor, around 10 thousand hours of activity, guarantees greater durability. The fact that it has a long life not only reduces replacement costs, but also provides greater reliability as automatic barriers are less likely to present mechanical failures, which ultimately results in a more reliable experience for customers.

For those who use the equipment frequently, the high durability is a great advantage, as it eliminates the need for maintenance and reduces costs.

3. Lower maintenance

Brushless motors require less maintenance compared to traditional motors. This means technicians can spend less time performing maintenance and have the opportunity to have more time for other tasks.

On the other hand, customers can enjoy lower maintenance costs over the lifetime of the automatic barriers. This also means less barrier downtime.

4. Faster maneuvers and efficiency

The motor does not have the friction of brushes and, therefore, loses less power, increasing work efficiency. This way, the equipment can be used for longer, maintaining the same quality.

It has faster response times, which ultimately provides a more fluid experience for people. And they are more energy efficient than brushed motors, resulting in long-term energy savings for the customer. This can be especially beneficial in commercial or industrial applications where automatic barriers are used constantly.

5. Quieter automation

It is a silent motor, which provides a pleasant environment during use. It is an advantage not only for the professional, but for those who move through the space, as it reduces noise during the process and can result in a more pleasant experience. Especially important for environments where noise can be a problem, such as nearby residential or commercial areas.

6. Compatibility with Modern Technology

What if you could remotely diagnose the barrier control board, check the current position of the boom, open and close the automation, create routines and much more? All of this is possible thanks to the integration of more modern automation systems such as MCONNECT LINK.

These compatibilities make it easier to adapt automatic barriers to the specific needs of each location, ensuring smooth and integrated operation, which translates into an improved experience for customers.

Based on the various benefits provided by the brushless motor in automatic barriers, Motorline could not remain indifferent to this opportunity. Therefore, we proudly present our TURBO barrier.

TURBO is an automatic barrier with a brushless motor, silent and operates with an impressive performance of 3 million maneuvers (MCBF), which means that maneuvers are faster and without failures. Not to mention that it complies with the EN12453 standard.

This barrier has several benefits, find out everything about the new TURBO automatic barrier,