Merlin Swing LR 500 Rural Gate Opener

Upgrade your rural property with the Merlin Swing LR 500, a heavy-duty gate opener designed for wide farm gates and acreage entrances. Engineered for all-weather performance and reliability, it delivers smooth, consistent access to your property year-round.

Key Features

• Flexible Power Options – Choose the setup that suits your property:
  • Mains Power: Simple plug-and-play connection for properties with easy access to electricity.
  • Solar Kit: Includes a 40W solar panel and high-capacity battery for hands-free, off-grid operation. Perfect for remote properties without mains power.
  • Dual Solar: Extra solar capacity for even greater reliability in low-sunlight areas.
• 3-Year Merlin Warranty – Backed by Merlin for long-term reliability and peace of mind.
• Smart Control (myQ Compatible) – With the optional myQ Gateway and Safety IR Beams, monitor and control your gate from anywhere, receive alerts, set schedules, and track usage history.
• Durable & Quiet – IP44 weather resistant, quiet DC motor, and smooth soft-start/soft-stop operation.
• Fast Access – Opens to 120° in 20–27 seconds.
• Safety Built-In – Automatic force sensing, obstruction auto-reverse, Security+ 2.0® encrypted rolling code, improved remote range, pedestrian mode, and timer-to-close function.

Optional E-Lock Add-On

Enhance stability and security with the Merlin E-Lock:

• Prevents unwanted gate movement in strong winds or forced entry attempts.
• Works seamlessly with the LR 500 control box.
• Unlocks automatically with a 24V pulse signal for hands-free access.
• Manual key release ensures operation even during power loss.

Technical Specifications

For full technical specifications and installation considerations, please refer to the downloadable brochures available on this page.

• Maximum Gate Size & Weight:
  • 3m gate – up to 300kg
  • 4m gate – up to 250kg
  • 5m gate – up to 200kg
• Gate Travel Speed: Opens 120° in approx. 20–27 seconds
• Motor Voltage: 24 VDC
• Input Power: 50 W
• Power Supply (Mains Option): 240 VAC, 50/60Hz
• Power Supply (Solar Option): 21.6–35 VDC from 40W solar panel with dual 18Ah batteries (12-month battery warranty)
• Maximum Pull Force: 1,500 N
• Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +55°C
• Radio Frequency: 433.30, 433.92, 434.54 MHz with Security+ 2.0® rolling code encryption
• Memory Capacity: Stores up to 64 remotes
• Ingress Protection: IP44 weather resistant, suitable for outdoor installation