Drive Units
Take advantage of Wadsworth’s 40 plus years of experience in automating vents. Our greenhouse control drive units set the standard for powerful performance, smooth operation and reliability.
Greenhouse Control Drive Units
Gusto Drive Unit
Reliable Ventilation, Simplified
The Gusto is built for smooth, dependable greenhouse ventilation. With an intuitive motor configuration, durable construction, and low-maintenance design, it delivers full vent travel and consistent performance growers and installers can count on.
Features & Benefits
- Thermal overload protection with automatic reset Protects the motor and ensures continuous duty without interruptions.
- Quick reversing capability Allows fast, smooth direction changes for better ventilation control.
- Worm gear with tapered roller bearings, dual shafts, sealed in synthetic oil Provides durable, long-lasting performance with reduced wear.
- Dual output shaft Offers flexibility for a variety of installation configurations.
- Sealed for life; limited or no maintenance required Reduces service needs and lowers long-term costs.
- Superior heat dissipation through fin and casting design Extends motor life and maintains reliable operation in demanding conditions.
Specifications
- Gear Motor: 115V / 1PH / 15HP / 120V; 60Hz; 2.5 amps – TEFCG
- Motor Design: Ball bearing motor with copper windings, Class B insulation
- Certification: CSA approved \
- Gear Reducer: Total reduction 1350:1; 1.2 RPM final output
- Output Torque: 2160 in-lb torque
- Capacity: Lifts up to 325 ft of 4 ft polycarbonate roof ridge vent or 400 ft of 4 ft polycarbonate side vent
- Duty Rating: Continuous duty
- Output Shaft: 1-3/8” output coupling shaft
Why Choose Gusto?
- Easy to Install – Motor configuration simplifies setup and ensures proper alignment.
- Full Vent Travel – Reliable performance for maximum airflow.
- Low Maintenance – Sealed-for-life design keeps downtime minimal.
- Built to Last – Durable
VC 2000
Take advantage of Wadsworth’s 40 plus years of experience in automating vents. Our drive units set the standard for powerful performance, smooth operation and reliability.
Features
- Gear motor: 1/5 HP – 115V; 60Hz; 2.5amps – TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled)
- Ball bearing motor with copper windings – Class B insulation
- Gear reducer: total reduction 1350:1; 1.2 and 3 RPM final output
- Output torque 1500 inch lb / 169 Nm
- Lifts up to 325’ of 4’ polycarbonate roof ridge vent or 400’ of 4’ polycarbonate side vent
Benefits
- Thermal overload protection – automatic reset – continuous duty
- Quick reversing
- Worm gear with tapered roller bearings on dual output shafts immersed in synthetic oil
- Dual output shaft
- Sealed for life; limited or no maintenance required
- Superior heat dissipation through fin & casting design
VC 100A
Features
- Gear motor: 1/20 HP – 115V; 60Hz; 0.68 amps – TENV (Totally Enclosed Non-Ventilated)
- Ball bearing motor with copper windings – Class B insulation
- Gear reducer: total gear reduction 1900:1; 0.85 and 2.5 RPM final output
- Output torque 500 inch lb / 56 Nm
- Lifts up to 75’ of 4’ polycarbonate roof ridge vent or 125’ of 4’ polycarbonate side vent
Benefits
- Thermal overload protection – automatic reset – continuous duty
- Quick reversing
- Worm gear with tapered roller bearings on dual output shafts immersed in synthetic oil
- Dual output shaft
- Sealed for life; limited or no maintenance required
- Superior heat dissipation through fin & casting design
Testimonials
Hear From Our Drive Unit Customers
“The Gusto drive is designed so the motor naturally aligns in the right position. That makes installation simpler, reduces the chance of errors, and ensures full vent opening for better airflow.”
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