SOMFY Garage Door Motor Belt Rail 3.5m UAE

The SOMFY Garage Door Motor Belt Rail 3.5m is an original SOMFY transmission rail designed for compatible automatic garage door openers. The rail uses a belt-drive system to transfer movement from the garage door motor to the carriage for smooth opening and closing operation.

With a rail length of 3.5 metres, this model is suitable for compatible garage door installations requiring a longer travel distance. The rail is supplied in a convenient 2-piece configuration for easier transportation and installation.

The SOMFY 3.5m belt rail is suitable for selected SOMFY garage door automation systems, including compatible DEXXO applications. Always confirm the exact garage motor model and required rail length before ordering.

Key Features

• Original SOMFY garage door rail
• Reference 9013818
• 3.5 metre rail length
• Belt-drive transmission
• 2-piece rail construction
• Smooth garage door movement
• Quiet belt-drive operation
• Suitable for compatible SOMFY garage motors
• Compatible with selected SOMFY DEXXO systems
• Suitable for sectional garage doors
• Suitable for compatible up-and-over garage doors
• Replacement or new-installation rail
• Professional installation recommended

Technical Specifications

SOMFY 3.5 Metre Garage Door Rail

The SOMFY 3.5m garage door rail provides the mechanical guide and transmission system required for compatible SOMFY ceiling-mounted garage door openers.

The carriage travels along the rail and transfers the motor movement to the garage door through the connected door arm.

Belt Drive Garage Door Rail

This SOMFY rail uses a belt-drive transmission instead of a conventional chain transmission.

Belt-drive rails are an excellent choice for residential garages where smooth and quiet garage door operation is important.

Quiet Garage Door Operation

The belt transmission helps reduce mechanical transmission noise compared with conventional metal chain-drive systems.

This makes the SOMFY belt rail particularly suitable for villas, townhouses and residential garages located close to bedrooms or living areas.

2-Piece Garage Door Rail

The SOMFY 3.5m belt rail is supplied as a 2-piece rail.

The sections are joined during installation to create the complete garage door motor transmission rail.

SOMFY DEXXO Garage Door Rail

SOMFY offers belt rails as part of its garage door automation range for compatible DEXXO garage door openers.

Somfy documentation lists both 2.9m and 3.5m belt rail options for compatible garage door automation systems.

Compatible with SOMFY DEXXO PRO

The 3.5m belt rail can be used with compatible SOMFY DEXXO PRO garage door automation installations where the motor model, door dimensions and required travel are suitable.

Compatibility should always be checked using the exact SOMFY motor reference before ordering.

3.5m Rail Overall Installation Length

For compatible SOMFY DEXXO installations, a 3.5m rail produces an overall motor and rail assembly length of approximately 3.89 metres.

When the motor head is installed with a 90-degree offset in a compatible configuration, the overall length can be approximately 3.69 metres.

Suitable for Sectional Garage Doors

The SOMFY belt rail can be used with compatible automatic sectional garage doors.

The correct rail length should be selected according to the garage door height, travel requirements and installed motor model.

Suitable for Up-and-Over Garage Doors

Compatible SOMFY garage door openers can also automate suitable up-and-over garage doors using the appropriate rail and installation accessories.

The garage door should be correctly balanced and move smoothly by hand before installing the automation system.

Replacement SOMFY Garage Door Rail

The SOMFY 3.5m belt rail can be used as a replacement when an existing compatible garage door rail or belt transmission has become damaged or worn.

Before replacing the complete rail, the technician should inspect the belt, carriage, rail sections, tensioning mechanism, door arm and motor connection.

Garage Door Belt Tension

Correct belt tension is important for smooth and reliable garage door operation.

A belt that is excessively loose may cause poor movement or transmission problems, while excessive tension can place unnecessary load on the rail and motor components.

Common Garage Door Rail Problems

• Damaged or worn drive belt
• Loose belt tension
• Broken garage door carriage
• Damaged rail section
• Door does not travel smoothly
• Excessive noise during operation
• Belt slipping during opening or closing
• Damaged rail joining section
• Motor operates but door does not move correctly

Check Rail Length Before Ordering

SOMFY garage door rails are available in different lengths and transmission types. Before ordering, check the existing rail length, motor model, garage door height and transmission type.

A 3.5m rail should not automatically be used as a replacement for every SOMFY garage door installation.

Check Belt or Chain Before Ordering

SOMFY garage door systems are available with both belt and chain transmission rails.

If replacing an existing rail, confirm whether the installation uses a belt-drive or chain-drive system before ordering the replacement.

Professional SOMFY Garage Rail Installation

Professional installation is recommended to ensure the rail sections are correctly assembled, aligned and secured to the ceiling.

The belt tension, carriage, door arm and motor head should be correctly installed before programming the garage door travel.

SOMFY Garage Door Belt Rail Supplier in UAE

AAM Automatic Doors & Gate Barriers supplies SOMFY 3.5m garage door motor belt rails in UAE for compatible SOMFY garage door automation systems.

Supply, installation, replacement and garage door motor repair support are available across Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain and Al Ain.