BEA MS51W Series Battery-Powered Touchless Actuator with 900 MHz Wireless Transmitter
Professional Touchless Access Control Solution
The BEA MS51W Series delivers professional-grade touchless door activation with battery-powered operation and built-in 900 MHz wireless transmission. This active infrared actuator provides three years of uninterrupted operation with superior battery life and LED status alerts for easy maintenance. Engineered for challenging conditions including harsh lighting and cold weather climates, the MS51W offers selectable immunity modes to mitigate environmental disturbances such as rain, water spray, and snow.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Extended Battery Life: Three years of uninterrupted operation reduces maintenance requirements and ensures reliable performance in commercial applications.
- Wireless 900 MHz Transmission: Built-in transmitter reduces wiring requirements and provides flexible mounting options for versatile installation.
- Active Infrared Technology: Touchless operation provides germ-free door activation without physical contact for safer interactions and enhanced accessibility.
- Environmental Immunity: Selectable immunity modes enhance performance and mitigate disturbances from rain, water spray, snow, harsh lighting, and cold weather conditions.
- LED Status Indicators: Battery status alerts provide clear maintenance notifications for proactive service scheduling.
- MAGIC SWITCH® Design: Available in a variety of popular design options including accessibility artwork for professional appearance and ADA compliance.
- Challenging Condition Performance: Engineered specifically for reliable operation in harsh lighting and cold weather climates where standard actuators may fail.
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
- Verify electrical requirements match available power supply. Confirm voltage per specifications and current capacity before proceeding.
- Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
- Mount the unit in the specified location ensuring adequate clearance for wiring access, ventilation, and future service requirements.
- Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams. Use appropriate wire gauge and connectors for the application.
- Configure operational settings including selectable immunity modes per application requirements.
- Restore power and test all functions including normal operation, touchless activation response, and wireless transmission to connected systems.
- Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.
Professional Applications
- Commercial Building Access Control Systems
- Healthcare Facility Touchless Entry
- Educational Institution Safety Systems
- Retail Store Automatic Door Control
- Industrial Facility Clean Room Access
- Government Building Security Systems
- Multi-Tenant Residential Entry Points
Environmental Immunity Design
The MS51W features selectable immunity modes specifically engineered to enhance performance and mitigate environmental disturbances including rain, water spray, and snow. This advanced design ensures reliable operation in challenging conditions such as harsh lighting and cold weather climates where standard touchless actuators may experience interference or reduced performance.
Why Choose BEA Quality?
BEA touchless actuator products deliver professional-grade reliability with active infrared technology and three-year battery life rated for demanding commercial applications. The MAGIC SWITCH® line provides germ-free door activation engineered for superior performance in challenging environmental conditions. Designed for commercial applications where dependable touchless access control and enhanced accessibility are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Touchless Actuator
- Series:
- MS51 Series
- Subcategory:
- Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Electronic:
- Yes
- Product Group:
- Electronic Access Controls
- Product Subgroup:
- Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
- Product Category:
- Electronic Access Control
- Department:
- Door Hardware