CAME 001FROG-AE Underground Swing Gate Motor

The CAME FROG-AE’s 30% duty cycle limits it to a maximum of 11 open/close cycles per hour — approximately one gate operation every 5 to 6 minutes sustained continuously. In residential terms, this equates to approximately 15 to 20 complete gate cycles per day under normal Abu Dhabi ambient temperatures, the same rating as surface residential motors like the BENINCA BILL range. This makes the FROG-AE the ideal underground motor for Abu Dhabi villas and private residences that want the clean concealed aesthetic of an underground installation without the higher cycle-frequency demands of commercial sites. At 460W of motor power, the motor has a thermal load per cycle that requires the 30% rest interval to dissipate heat before the next operation.

The CAME FROG-AE includes a built-in encoder that continuously tracks the motor shaft rotation and provides the control panel with real-time gate position data throughout the 18-second manoeuvring cycle. This enables precise slow-down as the gate approaches its open and closed stops, accurate obstruction detection by comparing actual motor load against the encoder’s position-based expected load, and consistent gate positioning on every cycle. The adjustable leaf-closing feature means the gate’s closing position can be precisely calibrated — the control panel uses encoder feedback to stop the gate leaf at an exact, repeatable angle every time it closes, rather than relying on a physical mechanical stop alone. This is particularly valuable for underground motors where precise gate-to-pillar alignment affects the visual finish of the entrance.

The CAME FROG-AE includes a thermal protection system that cuts motor power if the internal winding temperature reaches 150°C. At 460W per motor, the FROG-AE generates more heat per cycle than lower-power motors, and in an underground foundation box where natural air circulation is minimal, heat management is critical. If the motor approaches its thermal limit — due to rapid consecutive cycles, a stiff gate, or a very hot Abu Dhabi summer day increasing ambient ground temperature — the thermal cutout engages automatically, preventing motor winding damage. The motor resets automatically once it cools. This protection is especially relevant for 30% duty cycle operation: if the rest interval is shortened by unexpected repeated gate commands, the thermal protection is the last line of defence against motor burnout.

Underground installation of the CAME FROG-AE requires excavation of a foundation pit at each gate leaf’s hinge position, setting a foundation box into the pit with a concrete surround, drainage planning to prevent water accumulation in the pit (critical for the IP67 seal’s long-term integrity in Abu Dhabi’s occasional heavy rainfall and irrigation overspray conditions), accurate alignment of the motor drive axis with the gate hinge axis, 230V AC cable routing from the electrical supply to the underground motor, encoder wiring to the control panel, photocell placement, and full commissioning including adjustable leaf-closing calibration. Because the FROG-AE’s foundation box is permanently cast in concrete, correct positioning before pouring is essential — errors cannot be corrected without breaking out and repouring the concrete surround.

The CAME FROG-AE carries a 24-month manufacturer warranty from purchase covering manufacturing defects and material failures under normal operating conditions. As a 460W underground motor with a 30% duty cycle, the warranty is particularly sensitive to: thermal protection triggering from cycles faster than the 11 per hour maximum, which if persistent indicates an installation or gate problem that degrades motor life; foundation drainage failure allowing water to exceed the IP67 seal’s 1-metre immersion tolerance; and encoder wiring damage during installation that causes position errors and abnormal gate movement patterns. CAME is a leading Italian automation brand with strong warranty support; POWERgate Abu Dhabi handles all local warranty claims — contact us on WhatsApp (+971 50 884 4933) or at sales@powergatead.com.