Description
FAAC C4000i Concealed Sliding Gate Opener – 109001
The FAAC C4000i is an innovative 24V concealed sliding gate operator designed to be installed completely inside the gate post, providing automated operation without a conventional gate motor being visible beside the driveway.
Designed primarily for premium residential sliding gates, the C4000i can operate tracked sliding gates weighing up to 400kg and gate leaves up to 8 metres wide, with a maximum operating speed of 16m/min.
Its exceptionally compact 110mm-wide motor assembly can be incorporated into suitable aluminium or steel gate posts with minimum internal dimensions of just 110 × 110mm.
Combined with the dedicated FAAC E4000I electronic control board and patented BUS 2easy absolute encoder system, the C4000i provides smooth, quiet and precise gate automation while maintaining the clean architectural appearance of the entrance.
FAAC Part Number: 109001
👁️ Completely Concealed Gate Automation
The defining feature of the FAAC C4000i is its concealed installation.
Rather than positioning a conventional sliding gate motor beside the gate, the C4000i is designed to be incorporated directly inside a suitable aluminium or steel gate post.
Once installed, the operator is effectively hidden from view.
This makes the C4000i particularly suitable for:
- Architectural sliding gates
- Premium residential entrances
- Aluminium sliding gates
- Custom fabricated gates
- Modern minimalist gate designs
- Installations where visible automation equipment is undesirable
The result is a much cleaner entrance with the gate automation incorporated into the structure of the gate system.
📐 Fits Inside a 110 × 110mm Post
Despite incorporating the drive system required to automate a sliding gate weighing up to 400kg, the C4000i is extremely compact.
FAAC specifies:
- Operator dimensions: 110 × 180 × 250mm
- Minimum internal column dimensions: 110 × 110mm
- Operator weight: approximately 3.5kg
This allows the operator to be incorporated into suitably designed aluminium or steel posts without requiring an oversized motor enclosure beside the gate.
🚪 Sliding Gates Up to 400kg
The FAAC C4000i is designed for residential sliding gates with:
- Maximum tracked gate weight: 400kg
- Maximum cantilever gate weight: 250kg
- Maximum gate leaf width: 8m
The lower 250kg rating for cantilever gates should be considered when selecting the operator for a cantilever sliding gate installation.
Actual suitability also depends on:
- Gate construction
- Rolling resistance
- Track and wheel condition
- Cantilever hardware
- Gate alignment
- Wind loading
- Gate length
- Required operating frequency
⚡ 24V Low-Voltage Motor
The C4000i uses a 24V DC electric motor controlled by the dedicated E4000I electronic control system.
FAAC specifies:
- Incoming power supply: 220–240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Electric motor: 24V DC
- Maximum power: 150W
- Maximum expressed force: 125N
The low-voltage drive system allows precise electronic control of gate movement, speed, force and obstacle detection.
🏎️ Gate Speed Up to 16m/min
The FAAC C4000i provides a maximum gate speed of:
- 16 metres per minute
The opening and closing speeds can be electronically programmed through the E4000I control board.
This provides relatively fast operation for a residential sliding gate while allowing the installer to configure the movement characteristics according to the individual gate.
♾️ Continuous-Duty Operation
Despite its compact size and residential application, FAAC specifies the C4000i for continuous operation.
This provides excellent operating capacity for frequently used residential entrances and shared residential gate installations.
The C4000i combines this operating capability with smooth and quiet movement, making it particularly well suited to residential environments.
🧠 Dedicated E4000I Control Board
The FAAC C4000i uses the dedicated E4000I electronic control board.
The E4000I provides extensive electronic adjustment and programming of the gate system, including:
- Automatic operating logic
- Semi-automatic operating logic
- Hold-to-run operation
- Adjustable opening speed
- Adjustable closing speed
- Adjustable motor force
- Adjustable opening slowdown distance
- Adjustable closing slowdown distance
- Adjustable slowdown speed
- Partial opening
- Adjustable pause times
- Opening and closing safety inputs
- STOP input
- Programmable output
- Flashing light output
- Primary/Secondary configuration
- Sleep mode
- Accessory management
Motor thrust can be programmed across 50 adjustment levels, while gate speed can be configured across 10 levels.
🎯 BUS 2easy Absolute Encoder
One of the most important features of the C4000i is its patented FAAC BUS 2easy absolute encoder system.
Unlike conventional sliding gate motors that rely on physical limit magnets or brackets mounted to the gate rack, the C4000i uses an absolute encoder to determine the position of the gate.
This means conventional rack-mounted opening and closing limit switches are not required.
The encoder provides:
- Absolute gate position monitoring
- Precise opening position recognition
- Precise closing position recognition
- Accurate obstacle detection
- Electronic anti-crushing control
- Automatic reversal when an obstacle is detected
- Position retention following a power failure
- Precise slowdown control
Because the encoder retains absolute position information, the control system does not lose the gate position when mains power is interrupted.
🚫 No Rack-Mounted Limit Magnets
The C4000i does not require the conventional opening and closing limit magnets commonly installed on the rack of a sliding gate.
The BUS 2easy absolute encoder provides the control system with the gate position electronically.
This provides several benefits:
- Cleaner gate appearance
- No visible limit magnets
- Fewer external components
- No limit brackets to be knocked out of adjustment
- Accurate position monitoring
- Simplified gate rack installation
This is particularly beneficial on architectural gate installations where maintaining a clean appearance is important.
🛑 Precise Obstacle Detection
The absolute encoder allows the E4000I control system to accurately monitor gate movement.
If an unexpected obstruction is detected during operation, the electronic control system can respond by reversing the gate movement according to its programmed safety configuration.
Encoder feedback assists with:
- Obstacle detection
- Anti-crushing protection
- Movement monitoring
- Force management
- Controlled acceleration
- Controlled deceleration
- Accurate gate positioning
Appropriate external safety devices must still be installed according to the requirements of the complete automated gate system.
🔑 Flexible Manual Release
The concealed installation of the C4000i requires a different manual release arrangement from a conventional surface-mounted sliding gate motor.
FAAC allows the manual release to be operated using a key release system installed through the side of the gate post.
The release can therefore remain accessible while the actual motor remains concealed inside the post.
Depending on the installation design, a remote release arrangement can also be used to allow the operator to be released from outside the property.
This allows the gate to be manually operated during:
- Power failures
- System faults
- Maintenance
- Servicing
- Emergency situations
⚙️ Z16 Module 4 Drive Pinion
The FAAC C4000i uses:
- Z16 drive pinion
- Module 4 rack profile
The concealed motor engages with compatible Module 4 rack installed along the sliding gate.
FAAC’s installation system incorporates rack-and-pinion meshing adjustment, allowing the installer to accurately establish the required engagement between the concealed motor and gate rack.
🔧 Four-Point Adjustable Installation
The C4000i has been specifically designed to simplify installation and adjustment inside the gate post.
The operator incorporates four adjustable fixing points which allow its position to be accurately set within the column.
Combined with the rack-and-pinion meshing adjustment system, this allows precise alignment between the concealed drive pinion and the gate rack.
This is particularly important because the operator itself is hidden inside the gate structure.
🔇 Smooth & Quiet Operation
FAAC specifically designed the C4000i to provide smooth and quiet gate movement.
This is particularly beneficial for residential installations where the gate may operate close to:
- Bedrooms
- Neighbouring properties
- Living areas
- Shared driveways
- Residential boundaries
The combination of low-voltage motor control, electronic speed management and precise encoder feedback provides controlled gate movement while maintaining the premium feel expected from a concealed automation system.
🔋 Optional Battery Backup
The E4000I control board provides a rapid connector for an appropriate FAAC XBAT battery backup system.
When an appropriate battery system is installed, the automation can continue to provide limited gate operation during a mains power failure.
Battery backup equipment is optional and is not included unless specifically stated.
📡 Radio & Connectivity Options
The E4000I control board provides a rapid connector for compatible FAAC XF radio modules.
Depending on the receiver installed, the system can support appropriate FAAC radio technologies and remote transmitters.
The E4000I also provides connectivity for compatible FAAC Simply Connect equipment.
Radio receivers, transmitters and connectivity modules are separate unless specifically stated as included.
🌦️ Concealed Installation Protection
FAAC specifies the C4000i operator itself with an IP30 protection rating.
Unlike a conventional weather-exposed sliding gate motor, the C4000i is designed to operate within the protective structure of the gate post.
FAAC specifies:
- Protection rating: IP30
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +55°C
The gate post and installation must therefore be appropriately designed to protect the operator and electronic components from water ingress and environmental exposure.
Correct drainage within and around the gate post is particularly important.
📦 What’s Included
FAAC part number 109001 includes:
- 1 × FAAC C4000i 24V Concealed Sliding Gate Operator
- 1 × Z16 Module 4 Drive Pinion
- 1 × FAAC E4000I Electronic Control Equipment
- 1 × Manual Release Key
- Mounting and fixing accessories
The operator incorporates FAAC’s absolute encoder positioning system.
Gate post, gate rack, radio receiver, transmitters, photocells, flashing light, battery backup, external release hardware and other installation accessories are separate unless specifically stated as included.
Key Features
- Genuine FAAC concealed sliding gate operator
- FAAC Part Number: 109001
- Model: C4000i
- Completely concealed in-column installation
- Suitable for aluminium or steel gate posts
- Minimum internal post dimensions of 110 × 110mm
- Maximum tracked gate weight of 400kg
- Maximum cantilever gate weight of 250kg
- Maximum gate leaf width of 8m
- Maximum gate speed of 16m/min
- Continuous-duty operation
- 24V DC motor
- 150W maximum power
- 125N maximum expressed force
- Dedicated E4000I control board
- Patented BUS 2easy absolute encoder
- Retains gate position following power failure
- Precise electronic obstacle detection
- Electronic anti-crushing functionality
- No conventional rack-mounted limit magnets required
- Adjustable opening and closing speed
- Adjustable motor force
- Adjustable slowdown
- Partial opening
- Primary/Secondary functionality
- Optional battery backup
- FAAC radio receiver compatibility
- Simply Connect compatibility
- Key-operated manual release
- Remote manual release option
- Four adjustable mounting points
- Rack-and-pinion meshing adjustment
- Z16 Module 4 pinion
- Smooth and quiet operation
- Designed for premium residential sliding gates
Specifications
- Manufacturer: FAAC
- Brand: FAAC
- Model: C4000i
- Part Number: 109001
- Product Type: Concealed Sliding Gate Operator
- Application: Residential
- Installation Type: Concealed / In-Column
- Incoming Power Supply: 220–240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Electric Motor: 24V DC
- Maximum Power: 150W
- Maximum Expressed Force: 125N
- Maximum Tracked Gate Weight: 400kg
- Maximum Cantilever Gate Weight: 250kg
- Maximum Gate Leaf Width: 8m
- Maximum Gate Speed: 16m/min
- Use Frequency: Continuous
- Drive Pinion: Z16 Module 4
- Position Detection: BUS 2easy Absolute Encoder
- Conventional Limit Magnets: Not Required
- Control Board: FAAC E4000I
- Force Adjustment: 50 Programmable Levels
- Speed Adjustment: 10 Programmable Levels
- Battery Backup: Optional
- Radio Receiver: Optional
- Simply Connect: Compatible
- Manual Release: Key Release / Remote Release Option
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +55°C
- Protection Rating: IP30
- Operator Dimensions: 110 × 180 × 250mm
- Operator Weight: Approx. 3.5kg
- Minimum Internal Post Dimensions: 110 × 110mm
Compatibility
Suitable for compatible residential sliding gate installations with:
- Tracked sliding gates up to 400kg
- Cantilever sliding gates up to 250kg
- Gate leaves up to 8m wide
- Suitable aluminium or steel posts with minimum 110 × 110mm internal dimensions
- Compatible Module 4 gate rack
- FAAC BUS 2easy accessories
- FAAC photocells
- FAAC radio receivers
- FAAC remote transmitters
- FAAC XBAT battery backup equipment
- FAAC Simply Connect equipment
- FAAC flashing lights
- Compatible safety devices
- Wired access control systems
🆚 C4000i vs Conventional Sliding Gate Motors
A conventional sliding gate operator is normally mounted externally beside the gate, with the motor housing, foundation and release system remaining visible.
The FAAC C4000i takes a completely different approach.
The operator is installed inside the gate post, leaving the entrance with virtually no visible gate motor.
Additional differences include:
- Concealed in-column installation
- Minimum 110 × 110mm internal post size
- Absolute encoder gate positioning
- No conventional rack-mounted limit magnets
- Electronic position retained after a power failure
- Adjustable internal mounting system
- Dedicated rack-and-pinion meshing adjustment
- Smooth and quiet 24V operation
- Up to 16m/min gate speed
For architectural and premium residential gates where appearance is a priority, the C4000i provides a significantly cleaner automation solution than a conventional surface-mounted sliding gate motor.
⚠️ Please Note
This listing is for FAAC part number 109001, the FAAC C4000i Concealed Sliding Gate Opener.
The C4000i is designed to be incorporated into a suitable aluminium or steel gate post with minimum internal dimensions of 110 × 110mm.
FAAC specifies a maximum tracked sliding gate weight of 400kg and a reduced maximum weight of 250kg for cantilever sliding gates.
The maximum gate leaf width is 8m.
Unlike conventional sliding gate operators, the C4000i uses a patented BUS 2easy absolute encoder for gate position recognition and does not require conventional opening and closing limit magnets mounted to the gate rack.
The operator has an IP30 protection rating because it is designed to operate within the protective structure of the gate post. The post, drainage and complete installation must therefore be designed appropriately to prevent water ingress.
Gate post, gate rack, radio receiver, transmitters, photocells, flashing light, battery backup and other installation accessories are separate unless specifically stated as included.
The maximum gate ratings are manufacturer limits and do not automatically mean every gate within these dimensions is suitable. Gate construction, rolling resistance, track or cantilever hardware, alignment, wind loading and operating requirements must also be considered.
If you are unsure whether the FAAC C4000i is suitable for your sliding gate design, contact our Technical Support team on 1300 733 066.
