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The GfA door control generations TS-A (➊) and TS-B (➋) are being replaced. Built on proven features, practical experience, and new market requirements, the newly developed TS-C generation (➌) has been created. The new generation fully covers the existing functional scope of its predecessors and expands it with new comfort features. 
 
Five types will offer a tailored and requirement-oriented range in the future. For the first time, all door controls come with standard internet connectivity (IoT, Internet of Things). Of course, the TS-C generation meets all current legal requirements and is already prepared for future regulatory developments (f.e. new Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 on machinery, applicable from 20 January 2027).

The shared features of the new TS-C types are presented below, followed by a quick overview of the main differences.

Technical data

• Dimensions W x H x D [mm]: 175 x 390 x 90
• Operating frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
• Supply voltage: 1N~ 190-240 V; 3~ 190-240 V; 3/3N~ 360-415 V3)
• Max. output power of the door drive unit: 3 kW
• Protection class: IP 65
• Permissible temperature range: -10 °C...+50 °C
• Humidity during operation: max 93% (non-condensing) 

Design

• For GfA ELEKTROMATEN drives with digital limit switch (DES) or mechanical limit switch (NES) via additional adapter
• Newly designed housing or alternatively XL housing, each with threaded holes and supplied plugs
• Control unit as a separate product with touch protection IP20, can be mounted separately without an adapter
• Safety reversing contactor (with two independent shutdown options)
• Settings via rotary selector switch with two-digital display
• Main switch available as an accessory
• Top and botton entry for ELEKTROMATEN connection cables
• Connection of external devices via lever terminals that allow multiple wiring positions
• Connection of 4-pole spiral cable4)
• Up to 4 potential-free relay contacts
• Connection of 2-wire photoelectric safety sensors 

Functions

New functions are:

• Integrated real-time clock with world time zones
• Intelligent energy-saving function that optimizes power consumption by selectively switching off internal and external components
• Real-time event logging for all operations
• Bluetooth communication via your mobile device
• Wifi - connectivity
• Configurable input (from TS 92.12) for various functions (e.g., smoke and heat extraction, timed closing, etc.)
• Software updates via the evodo Sync. App
• Parameterization via the evodo Toolkit App
• Code protection to prevent unauthorized configuration

Proven functions:

•  Selectable operating modes: 
  • CLOSE / OPEN in hold-to-run mode 
  • CLOSE in hold-to-run mode / OPEN in self-hold mode 
  • CLOSE / OPEN in self-hold mode (from TS 92.12)

• Adjustment of limit positions (only DES) and all functions from the operator level

• Direction of rotation change via keypad

• Status and information display Cycle counter and maintenance cycle counter

• Adjustable force monitoring for sectional doors (DES) 

TS-C quick overview

The quick overview shows differences, market launch periods, and the classification of the new TS-C types in relation to the former (old) models TS 959, TS 970, TS 971, and TS 981. 

Connection kits

The connection kits for the power supply of the TS-C are partly based on the existing TS-B products, while also incorporating some modifications. To simplify allocation for you, the entire TS-C portfolio will receive new item numbers. One significant difference from the TS-B types is that connection kits will no longer be delivered as a complete product with the door control unit, but must be ordered separately.10) 

Connection cables

The DES, XES, and NES connecting cables between the door control unit and the drive correspond to the items from the TS-A and TS-B. The NES connecting cable will require an additional adapter in the future. The TS terminal connection set TS/clamp will also remain unchanged. 

Door modules

The wireless WSD door module (2.4 GHz radio), which can be used with the door control units TS 95.25 and TS 96.25, remains unchanged. The wired door modules are new in that the control unit side now uses a 4-pin (12) connector instead of two connectors. (13) This results in new item numbers. The existing sensors for the door modules remain unchanged (optical sensors OSE, pneumatic sensors, safety edges, etc.). 

Accessories

To make use of comfort functions, the door control units of the TS-C generation can continue to be equipped with additional switches and devices. For this purpose, the new DIF interface is partially used.

Communication

All TS-C units are equipped with Bluetooth and therefore offer, for example, the function of the well-known GfA-Stick for reading out the door controls. The TS-C units are also internet-capable, via Wifi or optionally through an integrated LTE/NB modem (available in a later phase). Using new apps, software updates (Evodo - Sync) can be carried out in the future or settings can be configured (Evodo - Sync).

Phased introduction in 2026 

The new GfA TS-C door control systems will be introduced in phases by GfA and RDA, as the exclusive dealer for the Benelux, in 2026, with the TS-A and TS-B control systems being phased out. Would you like to know more? We’d be happy to help!