Motorisation and automation is fast becoming the standard for indoor curtains and blinds, with a particular focus on the use of DC motors. There are plenty of good reasons for this. DC ‘Direct Current’ motors are quiet, reliable, smooth, and can be used for virtually any window, anywhere, even where mains power is not an option. Country has decades of experience testing, developing and refining DC systems, leading to the 12 volt lithium powered DC units in use today, which are so simple and reliable that it is easy to forget they are there at all. Let’s take a look at some of the advantages of DC motors for automating curtains and blinds.
Motorisation and automation of indoor curtains and blinds has lots of benefits, beginning with sheer convenience. However, not all homes have mains power located conveniently near every window. Where connecting to mains power is a challenge, 12 volt lithium powered DC motors provide a seamless and virtually invisible solution. Installation is simple and batter y performance is so good that homeowners often have no need to charge batteries for weeks or even months on end. When charging is necessary, it’s as simple as plugging the battery pack into a wall socket for a few hours.
DC motors provide excellent control over the movement of curtains and blinds. They can start, stop, and change direction smoothly and precisely, allowing for precise positioning of curtains or blinds to achieve the levels of light or privacy you’re after. There’s also scope for DC motors to operate at variable speeds, allowing for gradual and quiet movement of curtains and blinds.
Automation and motorisation of curtains and blinds should be free of effort – and free of noise, too. The DC motors used by Country operate very quietly, in fact, almost silently.
DC motors are known for their energy efficiency. They consume less power when compared to AC (Alternating Current) motors, which can result in energy savings over time, especially in a home automation setting. The energy efficiency of the lithium powered DC motors used by Country is particularly high. What this means is that the concealed batteries can last months between charges, depending on how often curtains and blinds are opened and closed.
Tested and refined over decades, the DC motors used by Country are designed and tested for amazing durability and carry a full 7-year warranty. Country’s 12 volt DC motors have built-in safety features, such as overload protection and temperature monitoring, which can help prevent accidents or damage to the motor.
Country’s 12 volt lithium powered DC motors are virtually maintenance free. This is particularly beneficial for automated curtains and blinds in hard-to-reach locations. And should motor maintenance or repair ever be needed, removal and replacement of Country’s DC motors is a simple matter that can be carried out by a Country technician in a matter of minutes.
Country’s 12 volt lithium powered DC motors are easily integrated into home automation and control systems. They can be controlled remotely via smartphones, tablets, or voice assistants, allowing homeowners to adjust curtains and blinds from anywhere in the house or even when they are away. For the ultimate in energy efficiency, scheduled automation is an excellent choice, enabling curtains and blinds to open and close at set times during the day, as chosen by the homeowner. Automation delivers benefits in energy savings, privacy and security.
Curtains and blinds fitted by Country with 12 volt lithium powered DC motors can continue to function even during power outages, providing batteries have a healthy charge. With power outages becoming increasingly frequent, this is a benefit that every homeowner can appreciate.
The 12 volt lithium powered DC motors used by Country are a great choice for automating curtains and blinds due to their precise control, variable speed, energy efficiency, quiet operation, and compatibility with automation systems. They offer homeowners convenience, comfort, and long-term reliability in managing their window treatments.
If you are interested in learning more about DC motors and automation in your home, a good way to get started is with a no-obligation in-home consultation with a Country Blinds Design Consultant. Book an appointment today, and find out from an expert all the benefits that DC motorisation of curtains and blinds could deliver for your home and lifestyle.
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