PULSE 300 Series

PULSE 300 Series

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PULSE 300 Series

Commercial Door Operator

The new PULSE 300 Series, our flagship commercial door operators, deliver reliable power and speed performance for your commercial door needs. Representing the evolution of performance and technology built on years of user feedback from earlier generations of operators, these direct‑drive DC operators are loaded with features and programmable options while remaining easy to install, operate, and maintain. Fast, powerful, and quiet, the PULSE 300 Series is recommended for larger high-cycle balanced commercial and industrial doors. It’s an ideal solution for balanced doors up to 1580 lb./500 ft².

Features

High Power 90V DC Motors

We use 90V DC horsepower rated motors ranging from 1/2 HP, 3/4 HP and 1 HP, combined with gearboxes available in multiple sizes and ratios to ensure optimal strength and speed for your commercial applications.

High Power 90V DC Motors

High Power 90V DC Motors

We use 90V DC horsepower rated motors ranging from 1/2 HP, 3/4 HP and 1 HP, combined with gearboxes available in multiple sizes and ratios to ensure optimal strength and speed for your commercial applications.

Door Type Selection

On this operator, select between sectional and rolling steel door. For sectional doors, the factory default setting allows you to proceed without additional input, whereas for rolling steel installations, you specify the minimum and maximum roll diameter. Configuring this selection properly ensures constant open and close speeds throughout the door cycle.

Door Type Selection

Door Type Selection

On this operator, select between sectional and rolling steel door. For sectional doors, the factory default setting allows you to proceed without additional input, whereas for rolling steel installations, you specify the minimum and maximum roll diameter. Configuring this selection properly ensures constant open and close speeds throughout the door cycle.

Door Lock Activation

Third party door locks can be connected with ease. Once installed and selected, the operator activates the unlock function prior to opening and the lock function at full close. Settings for this feature include an adjustable door motion delay from 100 to 500ms to ensure optimal functionality and performance. Compatible with most 24V automatic locking systems.

Door Lock Activation

Door Lock Activation

Third party door locks can be connected with ease. Once installed and selected, the operator activates the unlock function prior to opening and the lock function at full close. Settings for this feature include an adjustable door motion delay from 100 to 500ms to ensure optimal functionality and performance. Compatible with most 24V automatic locking systems.

Built-in 24V Battery Backup

If power fails, the included 9Ah batteries takeover for continued door function. The door will operate normally, but more slowly, until power is restored or the batteries reach low power. At low power, regular door function is aborted to conserve battery life, and the door stays in the pre-selected ‘Last Cycle’ position, working only via the panel push buttons with push and hold protocols initiated. A built-in trickle charger ensures that the batteries are always charged and ready. If the batteries become fully drained or go missing, a crankshaft socket is provided for mechanical backup.

Note: No chain hoist is required with the built-in battery backup, though a chain hoist can still be added as an option if you want a manual backup.

Built-in 24V Battery Backup

Built-in 24V Battery Backup

If power fails, the included 9Ah batteries takeover for continued door function. The door will operate normally, but more slowly, until power is restored or the batteries reach low power. At low power, regular door function is aborted to conserve battery life, and the door stays in the pre-selected ‘Last Cycle’ position, working only via the panel push buttons with push and hold protocols initiated. A built-in trickle charger ensures that the batteries are always charged and ready. If the batteries become fully drained or go missing, a crankshaft socket is provided for mechanical backup.

Note: No chain hoist is required with the built-in battery backup, though a chain hoist can still be added as an option if you want a manual backup.

Adjustable Soft Start/Soft Stop

This feature offers smooth, controlled acceleration and deceleration of the door, and helps prolong the life of its mechanical parts. It also aids in the prevention of cable throw. The distance of both the acceleration and deceleration can be programmed to match the door requirements as needed.

Adjustable Soft Start/Soft Stop

Adjustable Soft Start/Soft Stop

This feature offers smooth, controlled acceleration and deceleration of the door, and helps prolong the life of its mechanical parts. It also aids in the prevention of cable throw. The distance of both the acceleration and deceleration can be programmed to match the door requirements as needed.

Programmable Open & Close Speeds

The PULSE 300 door operators are built to achieve opening speeds as high as 24” per second and closing speeds of up to 16” per second, however, can be adjusted to best suit the application. Simple menu settings allow for selecting speeds from 1 (slowest) to 5 (fastest).

Programmable Open & Close Speeds

Programmable Open & Close Speeds

The PULSE 300 door operators are built to achieve opening speeds as high as 24” per second and closing speeds of up to 16” per second, however, can be adjusted to best suit the application. Simple menu settings allow for selecting speeds from 1 (slowest) to 5 (fastest).

Intelligent Force Monitoring

Should the door hit an obstruction or become jammed, the system will sense the change in force and stop the open operation or reverse the close operation to avoid further damage. This integrated feature virtually eliminates the need for third-party safety edges.

Watch how instantly intelligent force monitoring reacts in our blog's video demonstration.

Intelligent Force Monitoring

Intelligent Force Monitoring

Should the door hit an obstruction or become jammed, the system will sense the change in force and stop the open operation or reverse the close operation to avoid further damage. This integrated feature virtually eliminates the need for third-party safety edges.

Watch how instantly intelligent force monitoring reacts in our blog's video demonstration.

Chain Hoist Option

The PULSE chain hoist adds enhanced reliability by ensuring manual operation during extended power outages. Simple to use, it engages with a red cord and disengages with a green cord. It prevents downtime, protects operations, and delivers peace of mind for businesses needing uninterrupted performance.

A 26-foot chain is supplied for a 12.5-foot high standard lift door, with 13 feet of rope provided to engage and disengage the chain hoist. If more chain and rope are required, additional 26-foot kits are available to order.

Please contact us to order an extra chain kit or for any other custom accommodations. To order, add the "-CH" suffix to the door operator model number.

Learn more in the PULSE chain hoist installation guide.

Chain Hoist Option

Chain Hoist Option

The PULSE chain hoist adds enhanced reliability by ensuring manual operation during extended power outages. Simple to use, it engages with a red cord and disengages with a green cord. It prevents downtime, protects operations, and delivers peace of mind for businesses needing uninterrupted performance.

A 26-foot chain is supplied for a 12.5-foot high standard lift door, with 13 feet of rope provided to engage and disengage the chain hoist. If more chain and rope are required, additional 26-foot kits are available to order.

Please contact us to order an extra chain kit or for any other custom accommodations. To order, add the "-CH" suffix to the door operator model number.

Learn more in the PULSE chain hoist installation guide.

Programmable Closing Timer

Set your door to automatically close after a selectable 1 - 99 seconds open delay.

Programmable Closing Timer

Programmable Closing Timer

Set your door to automatically close after a selectable 1 - 99 seconds open delay.

Door Close Warning

When the closing timer is on, this feature will activate the red light on your traffic signal in advance of the door closing. Programmable from 1 to 9 seconds, use this safety feature as an early warning for your workers. Best used with iControls^® LED Stop & Go traffic lights.

Door Close Warning

Door Close Warning

When the closing timer is on, this feature will activate the red light on your traffic signal in advance of the door closing. Programmable from 1 to 9 seconds, use this safety feature as an early warning for your workers. Best used with iControls^® LED Stop & Go traffic lights.

Door Balance Check

PULSE door openers feature a balance check menu option. Once selected, the door automatically moves through one complete cycle and reports on the LCD the difference in force required to open the door versus closing it. Use this data to verify proper door balance without needing to remove the operator, and take the guesswork out of door balancing. A properly balanced door will extend the life of the door springs and maximize battery backup performance.

Door Balance Check

Door Balance Check

PULSE door openers feature a balance check menu option. Once selected, the door automatically moves through one complete cycle and reports on the LCD the difference in force required to open the door versus closing it. Use this data to verify proper door balance without needing to remove the operator, and take the guesswork out of door balancing. A properly balanced door will extend the life of the door springs and maximize battery backup performance.

Weather-Protect Option

iControls recommends an available upgrade for all weather-resistant applications. Standard PULSE operator motors are rated IP44, and could be vulnerable to water ingress. Furthermore, reflective photo-eye sensors can be affected by condensation on the reflector, preventing reliable operation in such conditions.

To ensure uninterrupted performance, our cost-effective weather‑resistant upgrade seals ingress points on the motor junction box and includes a NEMA 4X through-beam sensor in place of a reflective photo-eye.

To order the weather-protect option, add the suffix "-WP" to the door operator part number.

Weather-Protect Option

Weather-Protect Option

iControls recommends an available upgrade for all weather-resistant applications. Standard PULSE operator motors are rated IP44, and could be vulnerable to water ingress. Furthermore, reflective photo-eye sensors can be affected by condensation on the reflector, preventing reliable operation in such conditions.

To ensure uninterrupted performance, our cost-effective weather‑resistant upgrade seals ingress points on the motor junction box and includes a NEMA 4X through-beam sensor in place of a reflective photo-eye.

To order the weather-protect option, add the suffix "-WP" to the door operator part number.

Reliable & Precise Encoder

Mounted on the top of the gearbox, the encoder allows for easy, fool-proof limit setup, and easy left or right side mounting of the operator. It also facilitates advanced functionality of the door including soft start/soft stop, dual open limits and motion monitoring - if the door stops moving during its cycle, the encoder senses the lack of motion and halts operation to avoid any added damage to the operator and/or door. The encoder will also monitor the position of the door when the operator is being used in battery backup mode - no need to reset the encoder when the power returns.

Choose Your Cable Length

The motor on the PULSE 300 comes equipped with a pre-wired length of a 5 conductor cable for easy connection to the control panel. Select the length of cable that you require from your choice of 10, 15, 20, or 25 ft. and insert this length into the door operator part number, replacing “YY”.

Specifications

Power

90V DC motors available in 1/2, 3/4 and 1 HP

Voltage

110V – 240V AC, 1Ph

Gearbox Ratio Usage

The 30:1 ratio is better suited for higher speed balanced requirements.
The 40:1 ratio is recommended for most balanced commercial applications.
The 50:1 ratio is recommended when using pusher/bumper springs.

Safety Standards

UL 325 Listed for commercial applications – File E516991

Compatible Door Types

Balanced Sectional
Balanced Rolling steel / grill
Balanced Sliding

Duty Cycle

Continuous duty

Mounting

Left, right hand, or mid-shaft

Warranty

2 years / 1M cycles

Model Selection Chart

Information in metric system available on request.
Please contact sales for details.

Model No.	Motor (HP)	Gearbox			Max Door Weight (lb.)			Max Door Size (ft²)
Model No.	Motor (HP)	Shaft Size (in.)	Gearbox Size	Gearbox Ratio	Drum D400-144	Drum D525-216	Drum D800-384	Max Door Size (ft²)
PDC-300-050-1-30/50-YY	1/2	1	50	30:1	750^*	599	395	200
PDC-300-050-1-40/50-YY	1/2	1	50	40:1	750^*	799	526	200
PDC-300-050-1-50/50-YY	1/2	1	50	50:1	750^*	998	658	200
PDC-300-050-1-60/50-YY	1/2	1	50	60:1	750^*	1198	790	200
PDC-300-050-1.25-30/75-YY	1/2	1 1/4	75	30:1	N/A^**	600	395	200
PDC-300-050-1.25-40/75-YY	1/2	1 1/4	75	40:1	N/A^**	800	527	200
PDC-300-050-1.25-50/75-YY	1/2	1 1/4	75	50:1	N/A^**	999	659	200
PDC-300-050-1.25-60/75-YY	1/2	1 1/4	75	60:1	N/A^**	1200	791	200
PDC-300-075-1-30/50-YY	3/4	1	50	30:1	750^*	900	593	350
PDC-300-075-1-40/50-YY	3/4	1	50	40:1	750^*	1200	791	350
PDC-300-075-1-50/50-YY	3/4	1	50	50:1	750^*	1500	989	350
PDC-300-075-1-60/50-YY	3/4	1	50	60:1	750^*	1500^*	1185	350
PDC-300-075-1-30/63-YY	3/4	1	63	30:1	750^*	899	592	350
PDC-300-075-1-40/63-YY	3/4	1	63	40:1	750^*	1198	790	350
PDC-300-075-1-50/63-YY	3/4	1	63	50:1	750^*	1498	987	350
PDC-300-075-1-60/63-YY	3/4	1	63	60:1	750^*	1500^*	1185	350
PDC-300-075-1.25-30/75-YY	3/4	1 1/4	75	30:1	N/A^**	899	593	350
PDC-300-075-1.25-40/75-YY	3/4	1 1/4	75	40:1	N/A^**	1200	791	350
PDC-300-075-1.25-50/75-YY	3/4	1 1/4	75	50:1	N/A^**	1499	988	350
PDC-300-075-1.25-60/75-YY	3/4	1 1/4	75	60:1	N/A^**	1500^*	1186	350
PDC-300-100-1-30/63-YY	1	1	63	30:1	750^*	1198	790	500
PDC-300-100-1-40/63-YY	1	1	63	40:1	750^*	1500^*	1053	500
PDC-300-100-1-50/63-YY	1	1	63	50:1	750^*	1500^*	1317	500
PDC-300-100-1-60/63-YY	1	1	63	60:1	750^*	1500^*	1580	500
PDC-300-100-1.25-30/75-YY	1	1 1/4	75	30:1	N/A^**	1199	791	500
PDC-300-100-1.25-40/75-YY	1	1 1/4	75	40:1	N/A^**	1500^*	1054	500
PDC-300-100-1.25-50/75-YY	1	1 1/4	75	50:1	N/A^**	1500^*	1318	500
PDC-300-100-1.25-60/75-YY	1	1 1/4	75	60:1	N/A^**	1500^*	1581	500

Note: Maximum door weight based on counter balanced standard lift sectional door drum capacities.
Replace “YY” with required cable length.
^*Maximum allowable weight for this drum. Operator lift capacity exceeds drum capacity.
^**DRUM D400-144 is only available in 1" shaft.

Gallery

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What's Included

24V Backup Batteries

24V Backup Batteries
REP-BAT-12V-9.0A

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Polarized Reflective Photo-Eye Kit

Polarized Reflective Photo-Eye Kit
SA-XUM9APXBL2-KIT

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Installation & Support

Optional Accessories

3-Button Station

3-Button Station
PBS-3

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3-Button Remote Transmitter

3-Button Remote Transmitter
TXTA-200

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Universal Wireless Keypad

Universal Wireless Keypad
TXTA-KYPD

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Universal Plug-In Receiver

Universal Plug-In Receiver
RXTA-300

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Vitector NEMA 4X Optoeye

Vitector NEMA 4X Optoeye
SA-OPTOEYE-RT

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Red/Green Traffic Light

Red/Green Traffic Light
TL96-LV-YL

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Motion Sensor

Motion Sensor
SA-PDCRADAR-01

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