The FAAC 844 C Z16 electro-mechanical operator (KT Automation reference KTI02006002844C) is engineered specifically for continuous-duty, high-traffic automated access control. Driven by a 220–240 V AC motor delivering 1300 N of thrust force through a Z16 Module 4 pinion, the unit automates sliding and cantilever gates weighing up to 1800 kg with travel spans reaching 40 meters. Its internal mechanical assembly operates completely immersed in a FAAC HP OIL bath, ensuring continuous heat dissipation and lubrication during intensive operational duty cycles across temperature ranges from -20°C to +65°C.
Heavy Industrial Yards and Logistics Hubs
Logistics depots, intermodal freight terminals, and manufacturing plants require wide perimeter clear openings to accommodate multi-axle freight vehicles, heavy machinery, and continuous commercial deliveries. The FAAC 844 C Z16 easily drives heavy industrial sliding gates up to 40 meters in span and 1800 kg in total leaf mass at a controlled linear speed of 9.6 m/min. In high-cycle freight environments, the motor's internal thermal protection (rated for automatic reset at 120°C) and continuous oil-bath lubrication prevent breakdown under intensive repetition, while the 30 mm stopping space ensures tight operational tolerances at final travel boundaries.
High-Throughput Commercial Access Gates
Commercial business parks, corporate vehicle compounds, and regional distribution facilities require constant vehicular access without compromising physical perimeter security. Operating with an internal non-reversing mechanical reduction system, the 844 C Z16 maintains positive physical locking when the motor stops, eliminating the immediate necessity for secondary mechanical drop bolts on heavy leaves. For system integrators, the drive integrates with FAAC control units featuring BUS 2Easy technology, FAAC Simply Connect network systems, and XF SLH or XF FDS decoding receivers to handle dense commercial vehicle entry streams.
Perimeter Access in Critical Infrastructure
Utility stations, data center campuses, and transit yards mandate automated barrier systems compliant with European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and EN 12453 safety standards. The FAAC 844 C Z16 incorporates an internal twin-disk mechanical clutch operating in the oil bath to establish an adjustable anti-crushing safety barrier. Travel stroke monitoring is maintained via integrated magnetic limit switch sensors that resist mechanical fouling from dirt or outdoor debris. When external power disruptions occur, access continuity is restored via the dedicated key-operated manual mechanical release lever.
Large Residential Estates and Communal Complexes
In multi-family residential communities or gated enterprise campuses where traffic frequencies exceed the duty limits of residential gearmotors, the 844 C Z16 provides an industrial-grade solution. Its IP44-rated enclosure safeguards electrical systems—including the integrated 18 µF start-up capacitor and 230 W motor core—against solid particulate ingress and water splashing from any direction. Furthermore, dedicated inputs supporting safety edges (NC or 8.2 kΩ) allow installers to implement comprehensive contact protection across high-risk closing edges.
Operational Environment Matrix
| Operational Environment | Gate Configuration | Key Functional Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Logistics & Freight Terminals | Cantilever or tracked sliding leaves up to 1800 kg / 40 m | 1300 N thrust force; Z16 Module 4 pinion coupling |
| Commercial Parks & Corporate Entrances | Continuous high-traffic automated sliding barriers | FAAC HP OIL continuous cooling; BUS 2Easy access integration |
| Critical Utilities & Secure Compounds | High-security boundary gates (EN 12453 compliant) | Oil-bath twin-disk safety clutch; non-reversing mechanical lock |
| Extreme Climate & Exposed Sites | Outdoor perimeter sliding gates (-20°C to +65°C) | IP44 ingress housing; 120°C auto-reset thermal protection |
