6500 Commercial and Industrial

The 6500 Series Operators are designed to operate Vehicular Swing Gates in residential, commercial and industrial applications for both single and bi-parting gates. The Operator swings gates 90 degrees in approximately 12-14 seconds.

The unique design of this Operator allows for easy access to the electronics and mechanical areas of the Operator without ever having to remove the gate arm. The electronic magnetic limits will never wear out or break and they are easily adjusted. The solid steel frame and belt-driven gear box make this operator one of the quietest on the market today

 

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6500 Commercial and Industrial

Easy Access Design, Low Maintenance & Quiet Operation

The 6500 series operators are designed to operate vehicular swing gates in residential, commercial and industrial applications for both single and bi-parting gates. The unique design of this operator allows for easy access to the electronics and mechanical areas of the operator without ever having to remove the gate arm. This simplifies installation and maintenance. The electronic magnetic limits will never wear out or break and they are easily adjusted. The solid steel frame and belt driven gear box make this operator one of the quietest on the market today.

 

Compatible with
Swing Gates
Designed to Mount
on Concrete Pad
2-Piece Split Housing
for Easy Internal Access

 

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Applications

Apartment Complexes & College Residence Halls
Commercial & Industrial
Gated Communities
Mixed Use Buildings
Parking Facilities
Self Storage
Small Multi-Family Residential

Product Features

 

DKS - 6500 - Split Case - Gate Operator

 

 

Split Case

Two-piece split polyurethane housing allows easy installation and maintenance.

 

 

DKS - 6500 - One Of The Quietest Gate Operator

 

 

One of the Quietest

The solid steel frame and belt-driven gearbox make this Operator one of the quietest on the market today.

 

    Breakaway Hub

    Unique breakaway hub design prevents gear box damage if the gate is struck.

    Loop Detectors

    Easy plug-in ports for DKS Loop Detectors.

    Easy-to-Adjust Electronic Magnetic Limits

    Eliminates old-style mechanical switches that can wear out, break, or fail.

    Steel Frame

    Provides strength and durability even in harsh weather environments.

      

    Technical Specifications

    18′ / 22′ Maximum Gate Lengths

    700 lb. / 800 lb. Maximum Gate Weights

    Opens 90º in Approximately 12-14 Seconds

    Optional Backup Power Inverters

    1/2 & 1 HP Continuous Duty Motor

    Specifications
    • Maximum gate width 18-ft. (1/2 HP) or 22-ft. (1 HP).
    • Maximum gate weight 700 pounds* (1/2 HP) or 800 pounds* (1 HP).  (*Assumes gate swings level and is in good condition with properly adjusted hardware. Other external factors may affect the performance of the gate operator.)
    • 1/2 or 1 HP continuous-duty motor.
    • 115, 230*, 460* VAC. (*230 and 460 volt units use a step-down power transformer to achieve 115 volt operating voltage.)
    • Class I, II, III and IV applications.
    • Primary reduction is provided by a pulley / belt driving a 60:1 worm gear reduction system running in a continuous oil bath
    • The 6500 rotates the gate 90° in approximately 12-14 seconds
    • Operator mechanics are mounted on a steel frame plated for corrosion resistance
    • Two-piece articulating arm mechanical slow-start / slow-stop function
    • Mounting: operator requires a concrete mounting pad
    • Keyed access is provided to release arm for manual gate operation in the event of a power outage
      Split polypropylene housing simplifies installation and maintenance.
    • Unique breakaway hub helps to protect the gear box if the gate is rammed
    • Compliant with UL 325 and 991. ETL Listed. (Note: To be compliant with UL 325 and industry safety guidelines, additional Type B1 and/or Type B2 entrapment protection devices are required to be installed with this gate operator.  Your professional DKS system installer can provide you with more details on these devices and on current industry safety standards.)
    Gate TrackerTM

    Reporting output provides operator data to a DKS 1833, 1835, 1837 or 1838 access control system (requires 2358 expansion board)

     

    Mechanical
    • Adjustable, no maintenance magnetic limits.
    • Overlap feature for bi-parting swing gate operation.
    • Simple connection for secondary operator in bi-parting applications.
    • Selectable shadow/reverse loop function.
    • Magnetic lock power provided.
    • Gate tracker reporting output.
    • Programming switches.
    • Built-in reset switch.
    • Built-in power On/Off switch.
    • Adjustable electronic magnetic limits
    • Auto-close timer (1-23 seconds)
    • Gate overlap feature for bi-parting (dual) gate operation
    • Built-in On / Off switch
    • Built-in alarm reset switch
    • Ports for plug-in open and reverse loop detectors (DKS plug-in detectors only)
    • Three 115 VAC convenience outlets for accessory transformers
    Miscellaneous
    • Environmental: 10°F to 115°F (-12°C to 62°C)
    • Thermostatically controlled heater kit recommended for colder environments
    • Operator requires monitored Type B1 and/or Type B2 entrapment protection devices

     

     

     

    Dimensions and Weight

     

     

    Dimensions:
    18.38″W x 31.63″H x 23.25″D

    Shipping weight approximately:

    175-225 lb (79-102 kg)
    depending on model and options selected

     

    Tech Support

    Find all the documentation needed to install, program, and operate your DKS product below.

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    Quick Start Guides icons gate
    Quick Start Guides
    Owners Manuals icons gate
    Owner’s Manuals
    Accessory Manuals icons gate
    Accessory Manuals
    Tech Tip Videos icon gate
    Tech Tip Videos

    Resources

    6500 | Literature
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    Gate Hardware | Brochure
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    Swing Gate Series | Brochure
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