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BEA 10MS08U Microwave Touchless Actuator with Single and Double Gang Compatibility

BEA 10MS08U Microwave Touchless Actuator with Single and Double Gang Compatibility

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BEA 10MS08U Microwave Touchless Actuator with Single and Double Gang Compatibility

Advanced Microwave Motion Detection for Hygienic Access Control

The BEA 10MS08U Microwave Touchless Actuator utilizes proven microwave motion technology to provide consistent, dependable touchless activation with adjustable detection zones from 4 to 24 inches. This MS08 Series device detects moving objects such as hands, carts, or wheelchairs and features silent activation ideal for hospitals and noise-sensitive environments. The unit includes water-resistant foam gasket protection and is available with single or double gang box compatibility.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Adjustable Detection Range: 4 to 24 inch detection zone with pulse or toggle operation modes for versatile application requirements.
  • Silent Operation: Quiet activation technology specifically designed for hospitals and other noise-sensitive environments.
  • Water-Resistant Protection: Foam gasket provides increased reliability when exposed to liquid or cleaning products for demanding hygiene applications.
  • Low-Profile Design: Beveled construction reduces chance of accidental damage in high traffic areas while maintaining professional appearance.
  • Flexible Installation Options: Compatible with both single and double gang boxes for versatile mounting configurations.
  • Multiple Faceplate Options: Available in white, black, or cream faceplate colors with multiple graphic options for customized appearance.
  • ANSI Compliance Ready: Adjustable to comply with ANSI 156.10 knowing act standard for accessibility requirements.
  • Proven Microwave Technology: Reliable motion detection technology ensures consistent performance in commercial applications.

Technical Specifications

  • Technology: Microwave Doppler Radar
  • Radiated Frequency: 24.125 GHz
  • Radiated Power Density: 5 mW / cm2
  • Detection Mode: Motion (bidirectional)
  • Detection Range: 4 in - 24 in (adjustable)
  • Output: Relay with switch-over contact (voltage free)
  • Max. Contact Current: 1 A (resistive)
  • Max. Contact Voltage: 60 VDC / 125 VAC
  • Max. Switching Power: 30 W (DC) / 60 VA (AC)
  • Output Hold Time: 0.5 s (in pulsed mode)
  • Mains Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
  • Supply Voltage: 12 - 24 VAC +/-10% | 12 - 24 VDC 30% / -10%
  • Power Consumption: < 1.5 W
  • Material: ASA, Nylon, PC
  • Cable Type: Standard cable up to 16 AWG - 1.5 mm2
  • Temperature Range: -4 deg. F - 131 deg. F (-20 deg. C - 55 deg. C)
  • Norm Conformance: EMC: 2004/108/EC; FCC: G9B-MS08; IC: 4680A-MS08

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply and confirm current capacity before proceeding with installation.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Mount the unit in the specified single or double gang box location ensuring adequate clearance for wiring access and future service requirements.
  4. Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams. Use appropriate wire gauge and connectors for the application.
  5. Configure detection zone settings from 4 to 24 inches and select pulse or toggle operation mode per application requirements.
  6. Restore power and test all functions including motion detection sensitivity, activation response, and integration with connected door systems.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
  • Pharmaceutical Facilities
  • Clean Room Environments
  • Food Service and Processing Facilities
  • Commercial Building Access Control
  • Laboratory and Research Facilities
  • Retail and Public Facilities

Why Choose BEA Quality?

BEA touchless actuators deliver professional-grade reliability with proven microwave motion technology and water-resistant construction designed for demanding commercial applications. The MS08 Series provides consistent performance in hygiene-critical environments where dependable touchless activation is essential. Engineered for commercial applications requiring both reliability and compliance with accessibility standards.

Manufacturer Resources

BEA Product Catalog

Product Specs

Product Type:
Touchless Actuator
Series:
MS08 Series
Subcategory:
Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Electronic:
Yes
Product Group:
Electronic Access Controls
Product Subgroup:
Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
Collection:
MS08 Series
Product Category:
Electronic Access Control
Department:
Door Hardware

BEA 10MS08U – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the BEA 10MS08U touchless actuator fit a single gang box, or does it need a double gang?
Either. The 10MS08U ships with single and double gang plate compatibility, so it drops into whichever box is already in the wall. The beveled low-profile body keeps it from catching carts and gurneys in a busy corridor. Give yourself enough depth behind the plate for the wiring and for pulling the unit later to service it.
2) What power supply does a BEA MS08 microwave actuator need, and can I run it off my existing door operator?
The MS08 runs on 12 to 24 VAC (+/-10 percent) or 12 to 24 VDC, at 50 to 60 Hz, drawing under 1.5 W. Most low energy operators and access control power supplies already put out 12 or 24 volts, so the actuator can usually be fed from the operator's auxiliary output. Wire it with standard cable up to 16 AWG (1.5 mm2).
3) What kind of output does the 10MS08U have, and can it switch my door operator directly?
Output is a relay with a switch-over (voltage free) contact, so it's a dry contact you land on the operator's activation input rather than a powered signal. Contact limits are 1 A resistive, 60 VDC or 125 VAC max, with max switching power of 30 W DC or 60 VA AC. That covers a normal operator trigger input. Anything drawing more than 1 A, like a mag lock or a motor load, needs an interposing relay between the actuator and the load.
4) Should I use a microwave touchless actuator or a push plate button on a hospital door?
A mechanical push plate is contact based, cheap to replace, and immune to false triggers, but every user touches it. The MS08 uses microwave Doppler radar at 24.125 GHz to sense motion, so nothing gets touched, which is the point in a hospital, pharmacy, clean room, or food processing area. It also activates silently, which matters in patient wings where a beeping or clacking actuator carries down the hall at night. If your opening is a back of house door with no hygiene or noise concern, a plain push plate does the same job.
5) Can a touchless actuator be washed down or used where cleaning chemicals get sprayed?
The MS08 has a water-resistant foam gasket behind the plate, which is what keeps liquid and cleaning product out during routine disinfection wipe-downs of the wall around it. Housing material is ASA, nylon and PC. Treat that as splash and cleaning resistance, not a submersible or pressure-wash rating.
6) What's the difference between pulse and toggle mode on the MS08 actuator?
Pulse mode sends one momentary signal per detection, with an output hold time of 0.5 seconds, which is what you want feeding a low energy operator that runs its own open and close timing. Toggle mode latches the relay on one detection and releases it on the next, so the door or device stays in state until someone waves again. Pick pulse for standard automatic swing doors, toggle where you want a hold-open or on/off behavior. It's a setting on the unit, not a different part number.
7) Will a microwave actuator work through a wall or a glass sidelite?
Microwave sensing is not line of sight the way an infrared sensor is, and the MS08 radiates at 24.125 GHz with a power density of 5 mW/cm2. That means it can see motion through thin non-metallic material, so mounting it against a hollow partition or beside a glass sidelite where people move on the far side can cause activations you didn't intend. Aim the plate at the approach path and dial the 4 to 24 inch zone down until only motion at the plate triggers it.
8) Can a touchless actuator be mounted outdoors or in an unheated space?
Operating range is -4 to 131 degrees F (-20 to 55 degrees C), which covers an exterior vestibule, a loading dock, or an unconditioned garage entry in most of the country. In a freezer or cold storage entry, check the room temperature against that low end before you commit.
9) Can I get the touchless actuator faceplate in a color other than white to match my other openings?
Faceplates come in white, black, or cream, with multiple graphic options for the icon printed on the plate. The 10MS08U as configured is the black plate. For a property standardizing a whole building, the plate color and graphic are the choices to lock down before ordering so every opening reads the same.
How fast can I get the BEA 10MS08U delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the BEA 10MS08U come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The BEA 10MS08U is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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