Collection: Gate Motors

The Centurion gate motor brand is widely regarded as one of the best in South Africa. Offering a range of motors suitable for different types of gates and applications. eg. A Sliding Gate

1. Make sure the motor you choose is strong enough for your gate. Check the product specs to see if it supports your gate’s weight and length — heavier or longer gates need more power to move smoothly.

2. A lightweight gate doesn’t need much power, but if yours is heavy or gets used a lot, pick a motor with decent torque. It’ll last longer and won’t struggle every time it opens.

3. If you live in an area with extreme weather conditions, you should look for a gate motor which will be resistant to such weather.

4. Security is paramount. It’s worth getting a motor that locks itself after closing, and make sure there’s a manual override — just in case the power goes out. If you’ve got an alarm or smart home setup, check if it can link up with those too.

5. Some motors are simple to set up — others feel like you need an engineering degree. If you’re doing it yourself, check what the installation involves before buying.

Gate motors are surprisingly efficient. They only use power when moving the gate, and even then, it’s just for a few seconds. In standby mode, the energy use is tiny — nothing compared to appliances like fridges or heaters. 

Centurion gate motors have been manufactured in South Africa for many years, are reliable, fast and will offer you many years of operation.

Water or Pests are common causes for gate motor damage.

Centurion D5 Evo: Ideal for those prioritizing a reliable, secure, and cost-effective gate motor solution for domestic or light-industrial use.

Centurion D5 Evo Smart: Perfect for those seeking the benefits of the D5 Evo with added speed, extended battery backup, and potential smart home integration features.

Centurion motors rely on a charged battery to work during load-shedding. If there’s no battery or backup supply, the motor won’t function, even if it’s normally connected to mains power.

1. Fit an anti-theft bracket over your gate motor.

2. Hide or secure gate motor batteries with locked, tamper-proof housings.

3. Make sure your gate can't easily be lifted off its rails.

4. Consider motion-sensor lights or CCTV near your gate.

Gate motors work by receiving signals from a controller, which tells the motor what to do. In order to open and close the gate, a motor must be opened or closed in either an on or off position. Control of gate motors can be done with a variety of different systems that make gate automation possible.

Popular centurion gate motors include Centurion D3, D5 &, D10, Vector and R series and the Centurtion D5 SMART, D10 SMART & D20 SMART.