Italian Made Extra Heavy Duty Linear Actuator APC PS-6000
Packing a punch the APC Proteous 6000 system can deliver 2000N of thrust to operate gates up to 600kg for each gate leaf or 3m in length for each gate leaf. With two built-in adjustable stops for opening and closing positions, the system is versatile in its stopping arrangement.
Adjustable built-in stopper
Simple to adjust just loosen off and slide to the desired stop point and re-tighten. Also supplied with a second stopper to allow the system to stop in the close position without a physical stop required, this is ideal in Push to Open Outwards scenarios or even Pull to Open scenarios where the gate is high off the ground.
Actuator Overview

System Capacity For Each Gate Leaf

Installation Geometry
Specifications
Thrust |
2000N |
Motor Voltage
|
24v DC
|
Manual override
|
Via override key supplied
|
Working temperature
|
-20° - +50°
|
Duty Cycle
|
90%
|
Maximum stroke
|
360mm (without stoppers -30mm for each stopper)
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Gates size
|
3m max for each gate leaf
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Gate weight
|
600kg max for each gate leaf
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Feature Rich and Highly Versatile Control Box
Special Features
Energy Saving Mode (5mA Standby Current)
Standalone low voltage/high voltage driveway light control by remote (completely separate to the safety light)
Soft Start/Soft Stop (Ramping feature) with adjustable cut in points
Direct electric lock connection
Induction Loop Compatible for auto opening or as a safety device
Supports programmable timers
Safety Features
Adjustable Over current adjustments
Supports encoder motors and limit switch motors
Safety Sensor connection input configurable for open and/or closing
Supports Safety Edges
Automatic Courtesy Light Output (Blinking or Static illumination) with adjustable pre-operating courtesy times
Simple to use LCD interface

Control Board Overview

Accessories Compatibility and Controlling Options
Constant DC Accessories Output
Open/Stop/Close Inputs for Full Gate Operation and Pedestrian Gate Operation
Remote controls
Induction Loops
Weekly Timers
Entry and Exit push button with isolation key switches (Wired and Wireless Options Available)
Keypads (Wired and Wireless Options Available)
Exit/entry sensors
Intercom system with dry contact output
Automatic switching timer
WiFi Control System (App Based Control)
GSM Control Systems (Mobile Call/SMS based Control)
Remote Features

24V 20 Watt Solar Panel (Upgradable to 40 Watt or 60 Watt options)
Mono Crystalline silicon solar cells with 3mm tempered glass and two sheets of tedlar-polyeaster-tedlar (TPT) and ethylene Vinyl acetate (EVA). This protects against moisture penetrating into the module. The solar panel is supplied with a fence mounting bracket system along with a pre-connected 5 metre cable (maximum cable distance is 20 metres), the solar panel is also fitted with a diode to prevent feed back from the batteries.
Specifications |
Maximuim Power |
20W/40W/60W |
Optimum Operational Voltage |
36V |
Open Circuit Voltage |
43.2V |
20W Panel Dimensions |
640 x 300 x 25mm |
40W Upgrade Panel Dimensions |
535 x 515 x 30mm |
60W Upgrade Panel Dimensions |
805 x 535 x 30mm |
APC Uno Standalone Solar System
The APC Uno is an articulate all in one design allowing for clean and secure housing the APC Sun Power Solar Regulator and multiple batteries. The housing can fit up to 2x 9aH batteries (Uno Box), 2x 17aH batteries(Uno Large Box), and 1x 33aH battery(Uno Large Box). In the case of 33aH batteries a Master Uno Large Box and Slave Uno Large Box are required, see details below.
Key Features:
- Direct fitting of APC Sun power Regulator (available separately)
- Sleek contoured design
- Cable management entries for a clean installation
- Subtle grey to suit all installation environments
- Heavy duty 5mm galvanized 6 hole mounting plate Supports multiple mounting surfaces (piers, posts, walls etc.)
- Easy to access with the tool free clip lock system
- Can be secured with a small padlock
- Four output glands allowing for completely weatherproof entry/exit of cables up to 9mm OD each
Dimensions (UNO BOX and UNO BOX LARGE)
UNO BOX

Uno Box Outer Dimensions
Height |
205mm (Including cable glands) 180mm Without |
Width |
180mm |
Depth |
249mm Including Mounting bracket, 210mm without |
UNO BOX LARGE

Uno Box Large Outer Dimensions
Height |
281mm (Including cable glands) 255mm Without |
Width |
263mm |
Depth |
230mm Including Mounting bracket, 189mm without |
Battery Requirments and Configuration
Battery Dimensions (each) |
Battery Size |
12V Configuration |
24V Configuration |
Uno Box Requirments |
151x65x99mm |
BAT-9 (9aH) |
1x Battery Required |
2x Batteries Required |
Up to Two Batteries in one Master Uno Box |
181x77x167mm |
BAT-17 (17aH) |
1x Battery Required |
2x Batteries Required |
Up to Two Batteries in one Master Uno Box Large |
195x130x167mm |
BAT-33 (33aH) |
1x Battery Required |
2x Batteries Required |
One Battery in Master Uno Box Large
(and One Battery in Slave Uno Box Large for 24V) |
Typical Configuration

Battery Wiring
33aH Configuration

At a glance
- 12-24V Compatible
- LITHIUM Battery Compatible
- Easy to use LCD Interface
- Compatible with Most Batteries
- 32 Bit Micro Controller
- Extra Large Wiring Terminals
- 12 Stages of Protection including short circuit, temperature, over and undercharge etc.
- Metal Heat sink
- USB Output
In Depth

The APC Sun Power System can automatically detect the batteries voltage and set itself into the appropriate charging mode of 12V or 24V.
The APC Sun Power can be set to to be used with Sealed lead acid, flooded batteries, gel batteries and even Lithium Batteries.
The APC Sun Power systems built in temperature sensor will automatically adjust the charging voltage to best suit the environment and as a result a 30% increase in battery lifetime can be expected. Furthermore if the ambient temperature within the enclosure it is installed within exceeds 85° Celsius the Sun Power system will automatically turn off.
The APC Sun Power load output will automatically switch off once the load output exceeds 10 Amps (or short circuit) and auto re -try after 30 seconds.
In case of an installation error the Sun Power solar regulator will not be damaged by incorrect polarity on the solar connection or the battery connection.
The Sun Power Series has Two built in USB terminals, each USB terminal is rated to 5V 1A and can be used to operate low current USB devices such as USB powered speakers, tablet and mobile phone charging, warmers, fans etc.
Built to be last and be used in duty applications the Sun Power System not only offers a powder coated steel heat sink backing plate to keep the controller cool in all charging conditions but also has extra large 10mm wire terminals allowing for use with heavy duty cabling, large bootlace crimps or multiple wires per terminal.
Specifications
System Voltage |
12V/24V DC auto |
PV Max Input Voltage |
55V |
Self-consumption |
10mA |
Max Charging current |
10A |
Max Discharging current |
10A |
Battery type |
Sealed(Default)/Gel/Flood/Lithium |
LVD |
11.0V ADJ 9V...12V ; x2/24V |
LVR |
12.6V ADJ 11V...13.5V ;x2/24V |
Float Voltage |
13.8V ADJ 13V... 15V ; x2/24V |
Boost Voltage |
14.4V ADJ 13V...17V ;x2/24 |
battery voltage less than 12.6v auto boost 2hours |
Battery Over Voltage |
16.5V ; x2/24V |
Reverse Connection Protection |
Yes |
Load Over Current Protection |
Yes, each 30s auto restart again |
Controller Over Temperature |
Yes |
USB Output |
5VDC/1A 2PCS |
Charging Type |
PWM |
Charge circuit voltage drop |
<=0.25V |
Discharge circuit voltage drop |
<=0.1V |
Temperature Consumption# |
For 12V system:-24mV /°C ; x2/24V |
Relative humidity |
≤95%, N.C. |
Working Temperature |
-20°C~+55deg;C(Product can work continuously at full load) |
LCD temperature range |
-20°C~+70°C |
Waterproof grade |
IP32 |
Mounting hole size |
Φ5mm |
Terminals |
10mm²/8AWG |
Weight |
245g |
Overall dimension(mm) |
190×108×41.5 |
24V 9aH Battery System
Supplied with the automation kit, the 24V Battery System* (2 x 12V 9Ah Batteries) will allow for continued use of the gate system, whether day or night. The system can operate for up to one week of regular residential use without any charge from the solar panel (winter months/wet season) and will automatically recharge from sunlight. When the system batteries are fully charged, it will continue to float charge to keep the batteries topped up and ready for use. In the case of extended use requirements or higher duty, there are upgrade options to 17aH and 33aH battery systems.
*Fully charged batteries will provide 27V and Cuts Off the system at 24V to improve AGM battery life
Specifications
Transformer |
24V (Uno Solar System) |
Motor Output Voltage |
24v DC |
Max Operating Power |
300 Watts |
Maximum Gate Length |
10 Metres |
Maximum Gate Weight |
500 KG |
Speed |
28 cm/s |
Working temperature |
-20° - 50° |
RF |
APC Rolling code 433.92mhz |
Motor Duty Cycle |
90% |
Auxiliary Inputs |
0V Momentary Pulse |
Accessories Voltage |
24V DC |
Operator Inbuilt Safety |
Over current + Encoder Sensitivity |
Long Distance Remote
The APC-RC450S Long range remote is capable of achieving operating distances of up to 400 metres, coupled with the add on booster antenna it can reach up to 800 metres. With these distances you can operate the gate system from around the property, at the home or from the workshop. Multiple long range remotes can be used on the one system.
APC-KP2W Wireless Keypad Features
- Low Power Consumption only 18uA in standby.
- Easy to replace AA battery-powered system (supplied) with up to two years usage on general use.
- High strength tempered glass faceplate with an ultra-modern and highly reliable touch-sensitive operation.
- Blue Backlight illumination upon touch with an automatic timeout to return to standby.
- Two dedicated LED indicators indicating and accepted pin code (green) and also security lockout (red)
- IP53 Weatherproof rated and suited for outdoor and indoor environments.
- Built in Anti Tamper alarm and security lockout to help prevent theft and unauthorized usage.
- Pin code scramble allowing the user to input a series of random number before the pin code to prevent pin code theft.
- Two-Channel operation allowing the user to control two different items or functions using separate pin codes.
Channel 1 supports up to 8 Pin Numbers (Full Gate Feature)
Channel 2 supports up to 3 Pin Numbers (Pedestrian Gate Feature)
Wired Double Push Button with Isolation Key
The wired double push button switch is a simple and easy to use method to operate the gate for full gate operation and also pedestrian function.
It is mounted in the general area of the gate and can be isolated by using the supplied keys without affecting the rest of the system, this is handy if you want to continue using the remotes or any other method of operation but wish to stop use of the push button itself.
The push button is wired to the control board using the supplied cable roll. If required the wireless push button can be upgraded to a wireless keypad for higher access security using pin number and can have diffrent pin codes for both the full gate operation and pedestrian function.
Automatic Electric Lock
The 12V electric gate lock is a completly automatic solution to lock the gates once reaching the closed position and automatically unlock as soon as the command is given for the gates to operate whether by remote or any other accessory.
The electric gate lock will connect to the first gate to operate in the open sequence and it will engage into its armature plate when closed. The armature plate is a blank canvas and can be welded or screwed to a custom stand off bracket which will be bolted to the ground or to a gate stop. The electric lock itself is wired back to the control board by the supplied 6 metre cable
65mm Rubber Gate Stop
The supplied 65mm rubber gate stop with a steel base is used for the gate alignment and tension whilst they are in the closed position; it also allows the gates to be mounted up to 50mm off the ground.
Being that the minimum vehicle height from the ground is 100mm, it will not interfere with the vehicle. In the case that the vehicle was lower than the typical minimum, the stopper would not cause any damage as it is constructed from solid rubber but retains its general strength from the steel plate used at the bottom side contacting the driveway.
65mm Rubber Gate Stop Dimensions
