This category brings together all the gate remote controls distributed by Keyfirst: universal and cloning remotes, original brand-specific remotes, and compatible remotes. With 495 references covering over 40 gate automation manufacturers, this is the reference catalogue for locksmiths, automation installers, property managers and maintenance technicians who need to replace or duplicate a remote quickly, without immobilising their client or replacing the existing installation.

The most represented automation brands in the catalogue are Faac, Nice, BFT, Cardin, Somfy, Came, Beninca, Ditec, Hörmann, Sommer, Marantec and Gibidi. Stock is maintained in France to guarantee delivery within 24 to 48 hours, essential for urgent interventions.

Universal and cloning remotes: the fast solution for any gate

Universal and cloning remotes are the most requested products in this category. They allow a lost or faulty remote to be replaced without precisely identifying the original model, and without accessing the automation unit to reprogram from the receiver. The XTEL100 range is the market reference for this segment: it covers 433.92 MHz and 868 MHz frequencies, supports both fixed code and rolling code, and is available in several colours (black, blue, red, green) to allow quick visual identification of remotes when managing multi-access installations.

The black XTEL100 universal remote and its colour variants work on the cloning principle: they read the code from the original remote and reproduce it on a new unit. This technology allows any fixed-code remote to be duplicated in seconds, with no programming on the automation unit. For rolling-code remotes, the XTEL100 also supports the main protocols on the market (HCS, AUT64, CAME), covering the vast majority of installed systems across Europe.

The Remocon RMC168SL is another universal reference in the catalogue, recognised for its broad compatibility with auto-learning systems and its mechanical robustness suited to intensive professional use. Universal remotes are particularly useful in residential management, rental property portfolios or public buildings where remote loss or damage is frequent and a fast solution without site visits is needed.

For technicians managing a mixed fleet of installations across different brands and models, universal remotes allow a compact, versatile stock to be maintained rather than brand-by-brand, model-by-model inventory, a significant logistical and economic advantage for installers and maintenance companies working on heterogeneous parks.

Original brand remotes: Faac, Nice, BFT, Cardin, Somfy and more

Faac is one of the most widely installed manufacturers across the European residential and commercial property market. Its XT2, XT4 and T10 remotes are the most common references. The T10 is the modern version, with its slim format, backlit button and compatibility with Faac 787 and 740 control boards. The Faac range is available in 433 MHz rolling code DS for more recent systems and in 433 MHz fixed code for older installations.

Nice offers design-led, ergonomic remotes compatible with its full range of automation products. The Nice FLO2 and FLO4 remain the most widely deployed models in the field, while the Era Plus range adds bidirectional communication for connected installations. BFT covers its Deimos, Mizar and Igea range operators with Mitto B RCB02/04 remotes in Keeloq rolling code, widely present in residential and commercial sites across the UK and Ireland.

Cardin is a widely distributed brand across Europe with its S449 and S504 remotes in both 433 MHz rolling code and fixed code. Its broad availability in professional and retail channels makes it one of the most requested replacement brands. Somfy is a key name for swing gate and garage door automation, with its Keygo io and Telis 1 io for io-homecontrol systems and Situo 1 RTS for radio RTS systems, particularly common in residential estates and new-build developments.

Hörmann and Sommer are the leading brands for garage door automation in Germany and the UK, both widely installed in residential and industrial premises. Came, Beninca, Ditec, Marantec, Aprimatic, Gibidi and Allmatic complete the catalogue to cover the brands most present in the European installed base. Dedicated subcategories for each brand allow direct filtering by manufacturer.

How to choose the right gate remote control

The first criterion is compatibility with the installed automation unit. Each automation system works with a specific radio receiver that only accepts remotes programmed on its frequency and protocol. You therefore need to identify the brand and model of the automation unit (shown on a nameplate on the motor or control box) before choosing a replacement remote. If in doubt, the reference printed on the back of the old remote or the installation's technical documentation are the most reliable sources. Keyfirst technical support is available for any compatibility check.

The second criterion is the transmission frequency. Gate remotes operate on frequencies expressed in MHz: 433.92 MHz is the most widespread frequency in Europe, used by the vast majority of manufacturers. The 868 MHz frequency is used by more recent systems from certain brands (Somfy io, Nice Flor-S). A different frequency to the receiver will result in total incompatibility. The frequency is generally printed on the back of the old remote or in the technical documentation.

The third criterion is the encoding type: fixed code or rolling code. Fixed code sends the same signal at each press, allowing direct copying onto a universal remote. Rolling code generates a new code at each use, enhancing security but requiring a learning procedure on the receiver. Rolling code systems are standard on recent installations (since the 2000s for most premium manufacturers). To replace a rolling code remote, you need either an original remote from the same brand or a cloning remote compatible with the specific rolling code protocol.

The number of buttons determines how many automation units can be controlled from the same remote. A 2-button remote controls a gate and a garage door; a 4-button remote can control up to four separate automated systems (gate, garage door, pedestrian gate, shutters). For blocks of flats or commercial premises wanting unified access management from a single device, 4-button models are the preferred choice.

Fleet management and professional orders

For professionals managing large installation fleets (residential complexes, car parks, warehouses, serviced residences), Keyfirst offers commercial terms suited to volume orders. The Keyfirst+ programme gives access to permanent discounts across the full remote catalogue, covering both universal remotes and original brand references. These discounts apply equally to installers and property managers.

For technicians needing to quickly identify the exact compatible reference for a given installation, the Keyfirst technical support provides a precise answer on the compatibility of a remote with a given receiver, simply by providing the automation brand and model or the reference of the old remote. This service is included in the Keyfirst offer at no extra charge.

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