The F1 gate operator has the capacity to operate swing gate up to 1500 lbs. for 12 ft. gates or 1000 lbs. for 16 ft. gates at 100% duty cycle under extreme conditions. This efficient operator provides a solution for high traffic commercial and residential applications. The F1 operator offers efficiency and technology combined in a single package.
- Gate Materials: Wood, Steel, Aluminum, Vinyl, and others.
- Weight and length: 12 ft. at 500 lbs. or 16 ft. at 1,000 lbs.
- Max degree of opening: 120 degrees
- Gate Post or Column size (pull to open): Gate Post must have a maximum of 3.00" OD pipe.
- Push to Open: No
- Solar Compatible: Yes (purchased separately)
- Power: 120/240 VAC Single Phase
- Power Wire Specification: 10 gauge wire (purchased separately). Maximum distance of 500 ft.
- Operating Temperature: -20°F up to +160°F
- Warranty: 5 year manufacturer warranty
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Viking F1 VA-F1NX Single Swing Gate Opener
The F1 VA-F1NX Swing Gate Operator, includes the V-Flex control board and a removable power supply box for low voltage wiring. The removable power supply box allows you to run low voltage to the gate operator rather than high voltage which removes the need to trench high voltage wires. This can save the home or business owner thousands in labor and permit costs.. The V-Flex control board provides a LCD display for diagnostics and operator status. The new 1/4" steel chassis allows an increased handling capacity for gates up to 1500 lbs. The F1 operator also features Viking's soft-start/soft-stop, built-in heater and Viking's true battery backup system. Smooth gate operation, compliant to both ETL and UL standards makes the F1 operator the ideal choice for your gate automation needs.
Gate Crafters has the resources you need.
How do you use your gate opener system once you get it? Gate Crafters is the only retailer to give a real answer to this question. We have develop videos for installing many of our gate openers and products and write DIY focused manuals for most gate openers and have individual instructions for each accessory to be installed with each gate opener.
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- Adaptive motor control
- Built-in loop rack
- Built-in thermostat controlled heater
- Built-in voltmeter
- Lightning strike protection
- Multiple power options
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- On-board display
- True battery back-up
- UL325 compliant
- Two monitoring inputs with up to 4 devices per input
- 120VAC outlet provided
- Adjustable speed control
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- Anti-tailgating feature
- Fail secure mode
- Fail safe mode
- Manual release - Mechanical
- Multiple power outage options
- Two 4Ah batteries included
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- Maximum Gate Capacity: 12 ft. at 1500 lbs. or 16 ft. at 1000 lbs.
- UL 325 Classification: Class I, II, III, IV
- Duty Cycle: 100%
- Operating Voltage: 24VDC
- Voltage Current Specs: 120VAC - 2.5A or 240VAC - 1.5A
- Main Power Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz
- Main Power Fuse: 4A Timed
- Alternative Power Source: 24VAC / VDC (60VA) or Solar
- Accessory Power: 24VDC - 750mA
- Power Consumption - Idle: 70mA
- Motor Current (Typical): 4.0A
- Operating Temperature: -20°F (-28°C) to 160°F (71°C)
- Opening Angle: 120°
- Gate Speed: 13-16 Seconds per 90°
- Battery Backup: 400 Continuous Cycles
Operator and Parts
- (1) Viking F1 VA-F1NX Swing Gate Operator
Accessories (brand is based on kit option selection)
- (1) 433 Mhz Receiver (LiftMaster is 315Mhz)
- (2) 433 Mhz RC Transmitter (LiftMaster is 315Mhz)
- (1) Photocell 10K Resistor
- (2) Photocell Adapter
Depending on your chosen option - Viking FAAC, LiftMaster, or Estate Swing - you will receive accessories from the corresponding brand. For example, if you select the option Estate Swing 433 MHz + 2 Free Remotes, you will receive an Estate Swing receiver, transmitter, photocell and adapter.
Disclaimer: The "Operator Only" option does not include accessories. Please be advised that if you select "Operator Only," you will receive only the operator.
 For over a decade, Gate Crafters has been the leading online retailer of gate openers and accessories. With our extensive technical and installation expertise, we proudly serve the DIY market. We believe that every customer deserves the chance to take pride in their projects, whether they are installing or troubleshooting their gate openers. Everyone should have access to high-quality products without the need of a professional. At Gate Crafters, we empower you to install with confidence by offering access to our trained technical staff seven days a week from 9 AM to 9 PM EST. By choosing to tackle your gate opener system yourself, you can save thousands of dollars over its lifespan while gaining valuable knowledge about your installation and how the system operates. This understanding will not only make troubleshooting easier, but also enable you to perform routine maintenance with confidence in the future. |
Gate Crafters is the DIY factor.
Gate Crafters further adds to most of our gate openers for easier DIY installation. We have developed exclusive components (example: easy adjustable mounting brackets), customized instructions, and offer a full spectrum of accessories to truly cover all aspects of the installation of your gate opener. In addition we have the largest staff of factory trained technicians in the US.
- Order specific customized accessory wiring instructions
- 360 degree accessories - we can take you through exit, entry, safety, power, and all other minute details to create a fully rounded kit.
- Free 24/7/365 Installation Support
- Free 7 day/week Technical Support
- Largest Number of Certified Techs in America
- Free assistance to find the right gate opener for your gate
- Free systems design assistance to match the right accessories to fit your needs.
- Extremely competitive pricing
- Free shipping on all accessories purchased with a gate opener
- We stock replacement parts
- Many brands of many types of accessories, enough to handle just about any operational situation you can imagine
Gate Crafters has actual experience.
We have a testing area, we have factory and internal training courses, we build gates and have our own gates that are automated, we attended all industry trade shows in multiple countries and are a member of the AFA, and we pay visits to our chosen manufacturers' factories. All these factors are what have lead to us having so many exclusive additions. When you see and actually use as many products as we have you tend to have many ideas for minor changes that have major impacts. We acted on these ideas and have utilized them to help thousands of customers automate their gates.
The following tools and supplies are suggested in the manufacturer manual for optimal installation. They are not provided by Gate Crafters, however, most tools are available at local hardware stores for purchase or rental. Please refer to the Installation Manual for Tools Needed. Depending on the type of gate, power supply and contributing environmental factors additional tools or supplies may be needed. Please review the product manual associated with this gate opener model for further details. |
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Manual: F1 Installation Instructions
Manual: F1 Spec Sheet
Manual: Viking Limited Warranty
QB ID: VA-F1NX-LM