Somfy Simu T8S DMI 280Nm Diameter 94mm 120V Slim Head (2008303)
Somfy Simu T8S DMI 280Nm Diameter 94mm 120V Slim Head (2008303)
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Simu T8S DMI 280Nm Diameter 94mm 120V Slim Head -- a slim head commercial operator with manual override
The Simu T8S DMI 280Nm Diameter 94mm 120V Slim Head (2008303) is a wired axial tubular operator for industrial and commercial rolling closures. It delivers 280 Nm at 10 rpm on 120V/60Hz power and fits a 94mm tube. Its DMI head adds manual override, and Somfy lists a chain hoist (9019458) and a 7mm hex eye shaft (9018569) for crank or chain operation during outages. Choose it for heavy doors, grilles and shutters that need more torque than a T6.
Benefits
- 280 Nm at 10 rpm for heavy commercial rolling closures
- Slim head design on a 94mm tube
- 4-wire wired control for switches, key switches and relays
- DMI manual override for chain hoist or crank operation during outages
- IP 44 rated with a 4 minute thermal time
- Somfy lists the T8-S / T8-S DMI operator bracket (9018069) and safety brakes as accessories
Specifications
| Torque / Speed | 280 Nm / 10 rpm |
| Voltage | 120V / 60Hz AC |
| Rated current | 6.9 A |
| Operating power | 820 W |
| Control | Wired, 4-wire |
| Head type | Slim head |
| Manual override | Yes (DMI) |
| Tube diameter | 94mm |
| Protection | IP 44, Class I |
| Duty | 10 cycles per day |
| Thermal time | 4 min |
| Operating temperature | 41°F to 104°F |
| Applications | Industrial and commercial closures, rolling shutters |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Compatible with: T8 round drives and sets for 200 Nm to 280 Nm listed by Somfy for this motor (9001297, 9001312, 9013824), the T8-S / T8-S DMI operator bracket (9018069), Simu safety brakes (404 Nm 2005627, 1000 Nm 2005629), the T8S DMI chain hoist (9019458) and 120V switches or relays for wired motors.
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Common questions
What is the Simu 2008303 built for?
Somfy rates the Simu T8S DMI 280Nm Diameter 94mm 120V (2008303) for industrial and commercial closures and rolling shutters. It delivers 280 Nm at 10 rpm on 120V/60Hz power, which suits heavy doors and grilles beyond the range of T5 and T6 motors.
What tube size does the 2008303 fit?
The 2008303 fits a 94mm tube. Its slim head keeps the motor end compact. Somfy lists T8 round drives and sets for 200 Nm to 280 Nm motors, including the 94mm round drive (9001297) and the 97mm and 124mm round sets.
Which bracket and brakes go with the 2008303?
Somfy lists the T8-S / T8-S DMI operator bracket (9018069) for slim head T8S motors, along with Simu safety brakes rated from 258 Nm to 3000 Nm, such as 404 Nm (2005627) and 1000 Nm (2005629). Check local code for brake requirements.
How does the manual override on the 2008303 work?
DMI marks the manual override version of the T8S. Somfy lists a chain hoist for T8S DMI motors (9019458), its chain (9019460) and a 7mm hex eye shaft (9018569) for the 2008303. With these you can open or close the closure by hand when power is lost.
How is the 2008303 wired?
The 2008303 uses a 4-wire cable. Wire it to a 120V switch, key switch or relay rated for the motor, and use the Somfy 4-wire motor tester cable (9012116) during setup. Somfy rates it for 10 cycles per day and backs it with a 5-year warranty.
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