BEA MS51 Series Battery-Powered Touchless Actuator with 3-Year Operation

BEA MS51 Series Battery-Powered Touchless Actuator with 3-Year Operation

Advanced Infrared Touchless Door Activation Solution

The BEA MS51 Series delivers professional-grade touchless door activation with active infrared technology and exceptional 3-year battery life. This battery-powered actuator eliminates the need for extensive wiring while providing flexible mounting options for commercial applications. Engineered with selectable immunity modes to perform reliably in challenging conditions including harsh lighting, cold weather climates, rain, water spray, and snow.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Extended Battery Life: Three years of uninterrupted operation reduces maintenance requirements and ensures consistent performance in commercial environments.
• Active Infrared Technology: Provides reliable touchless activation with superior detection accuracy compared to passive systems.
• Flexible Installation Options: Battery-powered design eliminates wiring requirements while supporting hardwired connections or wireless transmitter integration when needed.
• Environmental Immunity: Selectable immunity modes enhance performance and mitigate disturbances from rain, water spray, snow, and harsh lighting conditions.
• Intelligent Battery Monitoring: LED alerts indicate battery status for proactive maintenance scheduling and uninterrupted operation.
• Cold Weather Performance: Engineered to maintain reliable operation in challenging temperature conditions where standard actuators may fail.
• Germ-Free Operation: MAGIC SWITCH® touchless technology eliminates physical contact for safer interactions and improved hygiene in high-traffic areas.
• Enhanced Accessibility: Provides improved traffic flow and accessibility compliance with available accessibility artwork design options.

Technical Specifications

• Technology: Microwave Doppler Radar
• Detection Mode: Motion (bidirectional), Toggle or Timed Mode
• Sensing Zone: 2 in - 24 in (adjustable)
• Hold Time: 1 s - 30 s
• Alert Settings (Audible): Silent Mode or Signal Mode
• Alert Settings (Visual): Blue (Standby); Green (Activation)
• Supply Voltage: 12 - 24 VAC / VDC or 5 VDC
• Current Consumption: < 2.8 W
• Temperature Range: -22 deg. F - 158 deg. F
• Enclosure Rating: NEMA 4 / IP65
• Relay: 1-Form C Solid State Relay; 1 A; 30 VAC / VDC (max)
• Dimensions (Single Gang): 2.75 in (W) x 4.5 in (H) x 0.98 in (D)
• Dimensions (Double Gang): 4.5 in (W) x 4.5 in (H) x 0.98 in (D)
• Dimensions (Jamb): 1.68 in (W) x 4.5 in (H) x 0.98 in (D)
• Wire Harness Length: 12 in
• Material: Stainless Steel (faceplate) / ABS (center)

Installation & Operation

1. Select mounting location ensuring clear detection zone and appropriate height for user accessibility requirements.
2. For battery-powered installation, secure unit using provided mounting hardware without electrical connections.
3. For hardwired applications, disconnect power supply and route wiring according to manufacturer specifications using appropriate wire gauge and connections.
4. Configure immunity mode settings based on environmental conditions including lighting, weather exposure, and potential interference sources.
5. Connect to wireless transmitters if using wireless integration, following pairing procedures in manufacturer documentation.
6. Test detection range and sensitivity across the full activation zone, adjusting settings as needed for optimal performance.
7. Verify LED battery status indicators are functioning and document initial battery installation date for maintenance scheduling.

Professional Applications

• Healthcare Facility Access Control
• Commercial Building Automatic Door Systems
• Retail Store Entry Points
• Educational Institution Accessibility Compliance
• Food Service and Clean Room Environments
• High-Traffic Public Buildings
• ADA-Compliant Entrance Solutions

Touchless Hygiene Technology

The MS51 Series MAGIC SWITCH® touchless actuator eliminates physical contact points to reduce germ transmission and improve hygiene in commercial environments. Active infrared detection provides reliable activation without the need for users to touch surfaces, supporting infection control protocols while maintaining smooth traffic flow and accessibility compliance.

Why Choose BEA Quality?

BEA MS51 Series touchless actuators deliver professional-grade reliability with active infrared technology engineered for three years of uninterrupted battery operation. Advanced environmental immunity features ensure dependable performance in challenging conditions including harsh lighting and cold weather climates. Designed for demanding commercial applications where touchless hygiene and consistent accessibility are essential.