In-line thrust swing gate automation with 30 years of proven reliability

The electromechanical actuator for low-level installation: quiet, powerful and built to last, even in the tightest spaces.

When you want swing gate automation that will work flawlessly every day for the next 20 years, with no surprises and no costly maintenance, but you need a "low" installation close to the ground or have unusual architectural constraints, the choice is the FAAC 415. This is not a simple electromechanical motor but an "in-line" thrust system engineered to withstand time, temperature swings and intensive use of up to 30 cycles an hour, with a design that makes installation possible where traditional actuators simply cannot go.

Why the FAAC 415 is unlike any other swing gate operator

The worm-screw electromechanical technology of the FAAC 415 delivers three concrete benefits you will notice every day:

• Movement as quiet as the door of a luxury car
  No irritating mechanical noise when you come home in the evening. Your gate opens with the discretion of a German limousine, without waking the neighbours or disturbing the family. The worm-screw system completely eliminates the vibrations typical of rack-driven actuators.
• "In-line" thrust for consistent force even with heavy gates
  With 3,000 Newtons of thrust (the equivalent of lifting 300 kg), the FAAC 415 handles gates up to 4 metres wide with ease (L version with electric lock), even solid wrought iron, infilled or heavily decorated leaves. "In-line" thrust means the entire force is transmitted straight along the axis of the gate, with no lateral losses.
• No unscheduled maintenance for years
  Thanks to the internal mechanism with a bronze crown wheel and hardened steel worm screw, there are no parts that wear out quickly. The die-cast aluminium body with its double-coat paint finish protects against oxidation and corrosion. That means once it is installed you forget the automation is even there, while using it every day with absolute reliability.

Horizontal cable outlet: the definitive solution for "low" installations

The FAAC 415 was designed specifically with a horizontal cable outlet to allow installation close to the ground, a situation in which traditional actuators with a vertical cable outlet create insurmountable problems:

✓ Gates with a low boundary wall (30-50 cm above ground) where the actuator has to be mounted almost flush with the ground
✓ Gates on slopes or uneven ground where the post sits lower than the level of the driveway
✓ Minimalist installations where the automation must be as discreet as possible
✓ Renovations of historic buildings with architectural constraints that rule out high-level installation
✓ Gates with a step or raised kerb where vertical space is extremely tight

With the horizontal cable outlet, the electrical connections exit sideways from the motor body, allowing you to install the FAAC 415 as low as 10-15 cm above ground with no risk of the cables being trodden on or water getting in.

It always works, even in extreme conditions

Volcanic ash, sea air, temperature swings between summer and winter: the FAAC 415 is certified to keep working without missing a beat. Its protection rating of IP54 (higher than the IP44 standard) means fine dust, direct rain and splashing water cannot damage the internal components.

We have installed FAAC 415 units even in areas exposed to ash from Mount Etna, and after 10 years they are still working perfectly.

VITAM installation: not just a motor, but a complete guaranteed system

When you choose the FAAC 415 installed by VITAM, you do not just get the best operator on the market. You get:

✓ A technical site survey with our team for precise sizing and optimal positioning
✓ Certified installation to FAAC standards, with final testing and a technical report
✓ Full training on use including remote control programming and the smartphone app
✓ Genuine FAAC spare parts always in stock in our Bronte warehouse (no waiting time)
✓ Priority technical support with a call-out within 24 hours whenever needed
✓ VITAM extended warranty up to 60 months on request (vs. the standard 24 months)

Which FAAC 415 version is right for you?

Choose the FAAC 415 230V (300 mm stroke) if:

• You have a residential gate of up to 2.5 m per leaf (3 m with an electric lock)

• Standard installation with a 230V mains supply available

• Normal domestic use (10-30 openings a day)

• You want the most affordable solution with professional performance

Choose the FAAC 415 L 230V (400 mm stroke) if:

• Your gate is up to 3 metres per leaf (4 m with an electric lock)

• You have very wide posts or increased distances between the hinge and the motor bracket

• A solid iron or infilled gate requiring a longer stroke

• Installation on a 230V mains supply

Choose the FAAC 415 24V (300 mm stroke) if:

• You have an apartment block or facility with frequent traffic (continuous use)

• You want maximum safety through low voltage (schools, nurseries, hospitals)

• You need a system with a backup battery for power cuts

• You want compatibility with advanced control logic and high-end home automation

Choose the FAAC 415 L 24V (400 mm stroke) if:

• You have a long gate (up to 4 m) plus continuous heavy traffic

• You need maximum safety (24V) plus an extended stroke (400 mm)

• Installation at a large apartment block, business or public facility

• System with a backup battery for guaranteed 24/7 operation

Not sure which version to choose? We guide you to the exact version for your gate during the free site survey, assessing leaf weight, post dimensions, frequency of use and the level of security you want.