Which JM Motor Is Right for Your Application?

When it comes to fire shutters and industrial rolling doors, choosing the right motor is about more than just torque. Installers need to consider the application, control setup, bracket pack compatibility, solenoid requirements and operational environment to ensure a smooth and reliable installation.

The Ellard JM range has been designed to cover everything from compact fire shutters through to large industrial door systems, with dedicated bracket packs, fire control compatibility and multiple configuration options available across the range.

This guide breaks down each JM motor to help installers identify the right setup for the job. 

JM150 – Compact Fire Shutter Solution 

The JM150 is a compact single-phase operator designed for smaller fire shutter and rolling door applications. 

Key Features

• Single-phase 230v operation  

• 15Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 5 minutes 

• Uses Bracket Pack 6 (BP6)  

• 11T 3/8” sprocket setup  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included

Compatible Solenoids 

• PP100 

• PP200 

• PP300 

• PP400N

  
  

Installer Notes

The JM150 is ideal where space is limited and a compact fire shutter solution is required. Available in both right-hand and left-hand variants, with multiple sprocket configurations available. 

JM200 – Entry-Level Three-Phase Operator 

The JM200 offers a similar compact footprint to the JM150 but with three-phase operation for applications requiring smoother operation and higher frequency use. 

Key Features 

• Three-phase 415v operation  

• 20Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 10 minutes 

• Uses Bracket Pack 6 (BP6)  

• 11T 3/8” sprocket setup  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included 

Compatible Solenoids 

• PP100 

• PP200 

• PP300 

• PP400N 

  
  

Installer Notes

The JM200 is suited to installations requiring smoother three-phase operation while maintaining a compact setup. Ideal for everyday commercial fire shutter applications.

JM500 – The Versatile All-Rounder

The JM500 is one of the most versatile motors in the JM range and is available in both single-phase and three-phase configurations. Both versions can be used with either BP5 or BP8 bracket packs, depending on the required gearing and output speed. 

Key Features 

• Available in single-phase(230v) or three-phase (415v) 

• 62Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 7 minutes (single-phase)

• Max runtime: 14 minutes (three-phase) 

• Uses Bracket Pack 5 (BP5) or Bracket Pack 8 (BP8)  

• 9T 5/8” sprocket setup  

• Extended shaft option available  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included

Compatible Solenoids 

• PP100 

• PP200 

• PP300 

• PP400N 

Installer Notes

The JM500 is often the go-to operator for general industrial rolling door applications due to its flexibility across different setups. BP5 and BP8 allow installers to configure different gearing ratios and output speeds depending on the application requirements.

JM750 – Moving Into Heavier Duty Applications

The JM750 range is available in both single-phase and three-phase options and is designed for more demanding industrial shutter systems. 

Key Features 

• Available in single-phase (230v) or three-phase (415v) 

• 95Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 5 minutes (single-phase)

• Max runtime: 10 minutes (three-phase) 

• Uses Bracket Pack 10 (BP10)  

• 10T 5/8” sprocket setup  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included

Compatible Solenoids 

• PP100 

• PP200 

• PP300 

• PP400N 

• PP400-AP2 

  
  

Installer Notes

The JM750 marks the transition into larger industrial shutter systems and is commonly used where additional pulling power and increased durability are required. 

JM1000 – Heavy-Duty Industrial Performance

The JM1000 is a dedicated three-phase operator designed for demanding industrial applications and higher-use rolling door systems. 

Key Features 

• Three-phase 415v operation  

• 128Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 14 minutes 

• Uses Bracket Pack 7 (BP7)  

• 9T 3/4” sprocket setup  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included 

Compatible Solenoids

 

• PP400-AP2 

  
  

Installer Notes

The JM1000 is well-suited to demanding industrial environments where increased reliability and higher-duty operation are required. 

JM1500 – Modified FS3 Platform

The JM1500 introduces Ellard’s modified FS3 setup and is designed for larger industrial rolling door applications. 

Key Features

• Three-phase 415v operation  

• 369Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 10 minutes 

• Uses Bracket Pack 9 (BP9)  

• 11T 1” sprocket setup  

• Modified FS3 compatibility  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included 

Solenoid Compatibility

• Must use PP400-2 

  
  

Installer Notes 

The JM1500 can integrate directly with the customer’s own control system or Ellard’s modified FS3 dedicated controller.  

JM2200 – Large Industrial Door Operator

The JM2200 is designed for larger industrial shutter systems and introduces duplex sprocket configurations for more demanding applications. 

Key Features

• Three-phase 415v operation  

• 428Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 10 minutes 

• Uses Bracket Pack 11 (BP11)  

• 14T 3/4” duplex sprocket setup  

• Modified FS3 compatibility  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included 

Solenoid Compatibility

• Must use PP500 

  
  

Installer Notes

The JM2200 can integrate directly with the customer’s own control system or Ellard’s modified FS3 dedicated controller. Commonly specified for demanding industrial applications requiring duplex chain arrangements and larger shaft setups. 

JM3000 – Specialist Heavy-Duty Operator

The JM3000 is engineered for very large industrial door systems and specialist heavy-duty applications. 

Key Features 

• Three-phase 415v operation  

• 765.7Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 10 minutes 

• Uses Bracket Pack 12  

• 13T 1” duplex sprocket setup  

• Modified FS3 compatibility  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included 

Solenoid Compatibility

• Must use PP500 

  
  

Installer Notes

The JM3000 can integrate directly with the customer’s own control system or Ellard’s modified FS3 dedicated controller. Designed for specialist industrial applications requiring high-powered operation and duplex plate wheel and chain systems.

JM4000 – Maximum-Duty Industrial Solution

The JM4000 sits at the top of the JM range and is designed for the most demanding industrial applications.

Key Features 

• 415v operation  

• 825.4Nm motor torque  

• Max runtime: 10 minutes 

• Uses Bracket Pack 14 (BP14)  

• 13T 1” duplex sprocket setup  

• Modified FS3 compatibility  

• Compatible with FCP-03 fire control panel  

• Mechanical limits  

• Haul chain included

Solenoid Compatibility 

• Must use PP500 

  
  

Installer Notes 

The JM4000 can integrate directly with the customer’s own control system or Ellard’s modified FS3 dedicated controller. Built for large-scale industrial environments where maximum-duty performance and reliability are essential. 

Fire Control Panels & Solenoids

Across the JM range, Ellard’s FCP-03 fire control panel provides advanced fire door operation while maintaining everyday door functionality. 

The FCP-03 can: 

• Automatically close doors upon fire signal activation 

• Provide audio and visual warning indication 

• Integrate with smoke and heat detectors 

• Support repeater panel functionality for both sides of the door opening.

The JM range also supports multiple solenoid configurations depending on the application:

• PP100 Manual Reset 

• PP200 Auto Reset 

• PP300 Mechanical Release 

• PP400N Manual Reset & Fusible Link 

• PP400-AP2 Auto Reset & Fusible Link 

• PP500 Quartzoid Bulb System

  
  

A Solution for Every Installation

The Ellard JM range provides installers with a scalable solution for everything from compact fire shutters through to large industrial rolling door systems. 

With dedicated bracket packs, multiple sprocket configurations, flexible control options and fire panel compatibility throughout the range, the JM platform allows installers to configure the right setup for virtually any application. 

Whether you’re specifying a compact JM150 fire shutter setup or a heavy-duty JM4000 industrial operator, understanding the compatibility between motors, bracket packs, starters and solenoids is key to delivering a reliable installation. 

Need Help Choosing The Right JM Setup? 

Our team can help you specify the correct JM motor, bracket pack, control panel and solenoid setup for your application. 

Get in touch with Ellard today at sales@ellard.co.uk for technical advice, product support and fast delivery across the full JM range.