Quasar DC Chain Actuator

Centered chain orientation actuator

  • Ideal for smart buildings; integrates with building and home automation systems
  • Low voltage DC motors are energy efficient
  • Multiple actuators may be linked for simultaneous operation of multiple windows
  • Push/Pull Force: 66 lbs
  • 380 mm (15”), 500 mm (20″) chain stroke
  • UL Listed
  • 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

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    Opening: 380 mm (15”) or 500 mm (20”) chain stroke
    Force: 66 lbs. (300 N) push/pull
    Speed: approximately 15 mm (0.6 inch) per second
    Safety Marks: UL Listed, CE rated
    Use with: AFI UL Actuator & Control System
    DC voltage: 24 Vdc (-20% / +25%) low voltage
    Amp rating: 0.8 amps approx. at 300 N full load
    Power cable: UL cable 3 meter included, white color
    Dimensions: 32 x 47 x 676 mm (1-1/4” H x 1-7/8” W x 26-1/4” L)
    Signal feedback: Status signal open and closed available, See Accessories Data Sheet
    Mounting: Mounting brackets available separately
  • Specifications

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    Chain Stroke Push Force Pull Force Chain Speed Nom. Current Draw
    380mm 300N 300N 15mm/Sec. 0.8A at full load
    500mm 300N 300N 15mm/Sec. 0.8A at full load
  • Options

    • AFI Quasar Actuators are available in standard grey, white, or black color
    • Other RAL colors on request, see accessory data sheet
    • Status signal open and closed available, see Data Sheet
    • Mounting brackets available separately

    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.