Outdoor shading motor selection
Awning Motor for Retractable Outdoor Shading Systems
Tubular motors for folding arm awnings and outdoor shading systems, selected by projection, fabric load, tube, torque margin, control method and manual override need.
- 23+ years manufacturing experience
- OEM/ODM motor programs
- Global export support
- Certificates confirmed by model and market
Awning projects place higher load on the motor than many indoor blinds. This page keeps selection practical for B2B buyers by separating wired motors, receiver motors and manual override options without inventing unconfirmed torque or certification claims.
Buyer shortcut
Quick Selection
Diameter
- 45mm for many standard awnings
- 59mm for larger or heavier systems after load review
Power type
- AC wired
- DC battery or solar only after load and charging confirmation
Limit type
- Mechanical limit
- Mechanical limit with manual override
- Electronic limit where required
Control type
- Switch
- Built-in RF receiver
- Manual crank backup
Application
- Folding arm awning
- Outdoor shading
- Distributor/OEM awning systems
Model path
Recommended Models
YYGL45S
- Diameter
- 45mm
- Torque
- model-dependent
- Speed
- confirm by version
- Voltage
- AC configuration by market
- Power
- AC
- Limit
- Mechanical limit
- Control
- Switch / project control
Standard 45mm wired applications including awnings, zip screens and shutters.
Use project size and load to confirm final torque.
YYGL45R
- Diameter
- 45mm
- Torque
- 10-50Nm range shown on current product page
- Speed
- confirm by torque version
- Voltage
- 230V/50Hz shown on current product page
- Power
- AC
- Limit
- Mechanical limit
- Control
- Built-in RF receiver
Remote-control awnings, shutters and screens where a 45mm receiver motor fits.
Confirm RF transmitter, frequency and torque version before order.
YYGL45M
- Diameter
- 45mm
- Torque
- model-dependent
- Speed
- confirm by version
- Voltage
- AC configuration by market
- Power
- AC
- Limit
- Mechanical limit with manual override
- Control
- Switch / crank backup
Projects where manual crank operation is required during power failure.
Confirm crank access, bracket and head configuration.
YYGL45MR
- Diameter
- 45mm
- Torque
- model-dependent
- Speed
- confirm by version
- Voltage
- AC configuration by market
- Power
- AC
- Limit
- Mechanical limit with manual override
- Control
- Built-in RF receiver plus crank backup
Receiver-controlled awnings or shutters that also need manual override.
Confirm remote frequency and manual override hardware together.
YYGL59S
- Diameter
- 59mm
- Torque
- 60-140Nm shown on current product data
- Speed
- 9-15rpm shown on current product data
- Voltage
- 230V/50Hz shown on current product data
- Power
- AC
- Limit
- Mechanical limit
- Control
- Switch / external receiver
Large or high-load shading systems that need a 59mm mechanical limit motor after load review.
Use as a 59mm project review path; confirm tube, brackets and safety margin before order.
YYGL59M
- Diameter
- 59mm
- Torque
- 60-140Nm range shown on current product page
- Speed
- 9-15rpm shown on current product data
- Voltage
- 230V/50Hz shown on current product data
- Power
- AC
- Limit
- Mechanical limit with manual override
- Control
- Switch / crank backup
Large awnings or shutters requiring a 59mm platform and crank operation during power failure.
Confirm crank access, bracket strength and tube system before quotation.
WM45DS
- Diameter
- 45mm
- Torque
- model-dependent
- Speed
- confirm by version
- Voltage
- 12V DC battery / solar configuration
- Power
- DC battery / solar
- Limit
- Electronic limit
- Control
- Wireless receiver compatible
Wire-free 45mm battery / solar shading projects after load and charging review.
Model naming and version details may vary by market or configuration. Walter can confirm the exact model before quotation.
Spec screen
Technical Comparison
| Model | Diameter | Power | Limit | Control | Best RFQ fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YYGL45S | 45mm | AC | Mechanical limit | Switch / project control | Standard 45mm wired applications including awnings, zip screens and shutters. |
| YYGL45R | 45mm | AC | Mechanical limit | Built-in RF receiver | Remote-control awnings, shutters and screens where a 45mm receiver motor fits. |
| YYGL45M | 45mm | AC | Mechanical limit with manual override | Switch / crank backup | Projects where manual crank operation is required during power failure. |
| YYGL45MR | 45mm | AC | Mechanical limit with manual override | Built-in RF receiver plus crank backup | Receiver-controlled awnings or shutters that also need manual override. |
| YYGL59S | 59mm | AC | Mechanical limit | Switch / external receiver | Large or high-load shading systems that need a 59mm mechanical limit motor after load review. |
| YYGL59M | 59mm | AC | Mechanical limit with manual override | Switch / crank backup | Large awnings or shutters requiring a 59mm platform and crank operation during power failure. |
| WM45DS | 45mm | DC battery / solar | Electronic limit | Wireless receiver compatible | Wire-free 45mm battery / solar shading projects after load and charging review. |
Large awnings
59mm Project Review Path
Use 59mm only after load review
YYGL59S, YYGL59M and YYGL59E have current 59mm product data and live pages, but the final awning choice still depends on projection, fabric, tube, arm force, bracket strength and manual override requirement. YYGL59R and YYGL59MR should be treated as receiver or receiver plus manual override review paths until the exact project version is confirmed.
Selection logic
Buyer Guide
Start with projection and fabric load
Awning torque depends on projection, fabric weight, tube, arm force and installation friction. Send drawings or size data before final selection.
Use manual override when access matters
Manual override is useful when users need crank operation during power failure, but bracket, head and crank access must be confirmed early.
Choose receiver control carefully
Built-in receiver motors reduce external wiring for remote operation. Confirm transmitter frequency, grouping and market configuration before order.
Confirm wind and sensor logic
Wind or sun sensor needs depend on the control system. Confirm sensor compatibility by exact motor and controller, not only by category name.
Where it fits
Applications
Motorized awning
Application page for outdoor awning systems and selection inputs.
View applicationMotorized roller shutter
Related outdoor load and manual override considerations.
View applicationMotorized zip screen
Outdoor screen systems with wind and side-track constraints.
View applicationSupplier proof
Why Walter
- 23+ years focused on tubular motor manufacturing and application support.
- OEM/ODM support for labels, packaging, accessories and private programs.
- Model selection help based on tube size, load, voltage, control method and target market.
- Quality control process for motor assembly, accessories and order consistency.
- Export documentation and certification review are handled by exact model and destination market.
- Accessory matching for crowns, drive wheels, brackets and manual override parts can be reviewed with samples or drawings.
Visible answers
FAQ
Which motor diameter is normally considered for awnings?
45mm is a common starting point for many awnings, while 59mm may be reviewed for larger or heavier systems. Final choice depends on projection, fabric, tube and load.
When should an awning motor use manual override?
Use manual override when the awning must remain operable during power failure and the installation allows practical crank access.
Can an awning motor use remote control?
Yes. Built-in receiver models can support RF remote-control projects when transmitter frequency, grouping and control requirements are confirmed.
Is a battery motor suitable for awnings?
Only selected awning projects should consider battery or solar power. Load, charging conditions and duty cycle must be checked first.
Can wind or sun sensors be used with awning motors?
They may be used when the selected controller and receiver system support the sensor logic. Confirm the exact motor, controller and sensor before quotation.
What RFQ data should I send for an awning motor?
Send awning width, projection, fabric type, tube size, voltage, desired control method, quantity, market and manual override requirement.
Can Walter supply awning motor accessories?
Walter can review crowns, drive wheels, brackets, crank parts and control accessories together with the selected motor model.
Send an awning motor RFQ
Walter Motor can review the application before quoting so the motor, control method, accessory kit and market requirements are aligned.
- application
- tube size
- load, fabric weight or blind size
- voltage
- control method
- limit type
- quantity
- target market
- certification requirement
- OEM branding requirement
