Which version you are buying, 24 volt or 230 volt
Before the weight rating, this is the decision that matters most on the AC8R. Life builds this motor in two power types, and they are not interchangeable once fitted.
| Version | Power | Battery backup |
|---|---|---|
| AC8R DL 042 (this listing) | 230V AC | Needs an aftermarket inverter, not built for it |
| 24V DC version | 24V DC | Runs directly from a backup battery during a power cut |
This listing is the 230 volt version. If your gate is a shared entrance, a compound gate, or the only vehicle access to the property, ask us about the 24 volt version instead. A 230V motor stops working the moment the power does, and a 24V motor keeps opening on battery power.
Choosing between the Life ACER AC8R DL and the AC8RM DL
Separately from the voltage question, Life also sells this 800 kg motor with two limit switch types.
| Version | Limit switch type |
|---|---|
| AC8R DL | Electromechanical |
| AC8RM DL | Magnetic |
This listing carries the standard electromechanical DL board. If a manual or an old control board on site refers to the M DL, tell us before ordering.
Life ACER AC8R DL specifications for an 800kg sliding gate motor
The full technical picture for this 800kg sliding gate motor, so you can compare it line by line against any other quote.
| Model | Life ACER AC8R DL, kit reference SETUP AC8R DL 042 |
|---|---|
| Type | Irreversible electromechanical sliding gate motor |
| Max gate weight | 800 kg |
| Power supply | 230V AC |
| Motor power | 300 W |
| Thrust | 900 N |
| Speed | 10 metres per minute |
| Thermal cutout | 140°C |
| Limit switches | Electromechanical (DL) |
| Encoder | Yes, integrated |
| Control board | Digital Life, integrated |
| Operating temperature | Minus 20°C to plus 70°C |
| Country of origin | Italy |
A thermal cutout at 140°C means the motor pauses itself if it runs hot from prolonged heavy use, then resumes once it cools. On a compound gate working hard through an Omani summer afternoon, this is the motor protecting itself, not a fault.
Check your rack before ordering this heavier sliding gate motor
At 800 kg this motor sits at the point in the ACER range where we can no longer confirm the rack module with full confidence from Life’s own documentation, the way we can for the lighter 400 kg and 600 kg models. Photograph the tooth profile of any rack already fitted to your gate and send it to us on WhatsApp before ordering, so we can confirm it matches rather than assume.
Which Life ACER model suits your villa or compound gate in Oman
We stock the full range, and the number in the model name is the gate weight in kilograms.
| Model | Max gate weight |
|---|---|
| AC4R DL | 400 kg |
| AC6R DL | 600 kg |
| AC8R DL | 800 kg |
| AC12R DL | 1200 kg |
| AC15RM DL | 1500 kg |
Life ACER range from 400kg to 1500kg, sized for villas and compounds
An 800 kg motor suits a heavier villa gate, or a wider gate serving a genuine compound entrance. If your gate is used by several households or opens very often through the day, also ask about the 24 volt version above, since battery backup matters more the more a gate is relied on.
What is included in the Life ACER 800kg sliding gate motor kit
- Life ACER AC8R DL motor
- Digital Life control unit with receiver
- Two Life MAXI2 433.92 MHz rolling code remote controls
- One pair of Life VISIO outdoor safety photocells
- Life flashing light with built in antenna
- Four 1 metre nylon rack sections
- Push button
- Motor fixing plate
Quoted separately: extra rack for a gate leaf longer than 4 metres, the 24 volt version and battery if you want power cut backup, additional remotes, and installation. Spares and accessories are in gate spare parts and remotes and accessories.
Installing an Italian sliding gate motor in Muscat and across Oman
Our engineer checks your gate weight, rack, and whether you need the 230V or 24V version before fitting starts. Once confirmed, we mount the motor to its base plate, fit the rack, set the pinion mesh, wire the photocells and flashing light, then program the encoder and slowdown settings for an 800 kg gate.
Sliding gate motor installation for villas and compounds across every governorate
We install this Italian sliding gate motor in Muscat, Sohar, Nizwa, Salalah, Sur, Duqm and every other governorate, always from our own shop in Al Khuwair. See the full LIFE range, our sliding gate motors from 400 kg to 3,500 kg, or our gate automation installation service.
Common questions about the Life ACER AC8R DL in Oman
What is the maximum gate weight for the AC8R DL?
It is rated for sliding gates up to 800 kg. Weigh your gate leaf rather than judge it by eye.
Is the AC8R DL the 24 volt or 230 volt version?
This listing is the 230 volt AC8R DL 042 kit. Ask us if you need the 24 volt version instead, which takes a backup battery and keeps working during a power cut.
Will it work with the rack already on my gate?
We cannot confirm this without checking your unit directly. Photograph the tooth profile of your existing rack and send it to us before ordering.
How fast does this sliding gate motor move the gate?
Approximately 10 metres a minute, the same speed as the rest of the ACER range.
Do you install as well as supply the motor?
Yes, our own engineers survey and install anywhere in Oman. Cash on delivery, quoted on WhatsApp first.
Order the Life ACER AC8R DL sliding gate motor in Oman
OMR 180.000 for the complete 230V kit. The 24V version, extra rack and installation are quoted separately once we know your gate. Message us on WhatsApp or call the shop to get started.
