LM2 Series Chain Actuator
Off-center chain orientation actuator
- Concealed automated operation of multiple awning windows, hopper windows, casement windows, curtain wall vents, and skylights
- Ideal for smart buildings; integrates with building and home automation systems
- Certified for Smoke & Heat Extraction (SHE)
- Low voltage DC motors are energy efficient
- Push force up to 150 N (34 lbf)
- Pull force up to 200 N (45 lbf)
- Opening distance ranges from 21mm to 500mm approx.
- UL Recognized
Applications
- For automation of awning or hopper windows, skylights, or curtain wall vents.
- For commercial, institutional and residential projects, including schools, universities, municipal buildings, offices, gymnasiums, homes, condos, and more.
- Natural Ventilation systems, such as operable windows and skylights, save energy and lower operating costs by reducing air conditioning and heating use.
- LEED credits for green building projects can be earned under Indoor Environmental Quality for Natural Ventilation, Daylighting and Views.
- Smoke Evacuation systems reduce smoke, heat and casualties during a fire; AFI actuators are SHE certified.
Features & Benefits
- LM2 actuators are light duty operators, with compact casing and low noise operation.
- Push force: Up to 150N (34 lbf)
- Pull force: 200N (44 lbf)
- Actuator has stainless steel chain for rigidity and durability; Chain is off-center in casing.
- Can be concealed in frame or curtain wall
- UL Recognized
- Actuators available in Grey, White or other RAL colors
- Prewired with 3.1 meter cable
- Tested to 10,000 cycles
Specifications
Opening: 20 mm up to 500 mm chain stroke Push Force: 34 lbf (150 N) Pull Force: 44 lbf (200 N) Speed: approximately 10 mm (0.39 inch) per second Safety Marks: UL Recognized Use with: AFI UL Actuator & Control System DC voltage: 24 Vdc (-20% / +25%) low voltage Amp rating: 0.7 amps approx. at 200N full load Power cable: UL cable 3 meter included, black color Dimensions: 30 x 48 mm (1-3/16” H x 1-7/8” W ) x length varies with chain Brackets: Sold separately, see LM Brackets & Accessories Data Sheet Options
- AFI EM Actuators are available in standard grey, white, or black color
- Other RAL colors on request, see accessory data sheet
- UL cable 3 meter included, black color
- Status signal open and closed available, see Data Sheet
- Brackets sold separately, see LM2 Brackets Data Sheet
AFI Field Power Switch: For use with AFI DC Actuators, for testing, installation and maintenance, such as to extend the chain to attach to a window at installation. For connecting one to 3 actuators (up to 1.0 amps total of actuators at startup).
Warranty
- Tested to 10,000 cycles.
- 2-year manufacturer’s warranty; requires use according to Installation Guide recommendations.