BFT DESME A15 Photocell Sensor Oman, 30m Self Aligning Pair
The BFT DESME A15 is a transmitter and receiver photocell pair with a 30 metre range, self aligning heads and an IP55 rating for outdoor use. It runs on 24V AC or DC and suits sliding gates, swing gates and barriers. Despite the lower number, it outranges the BFT Compacta A20. Supplied and fitted across Oman by Doors Auto.
Description
The BFT DESME A15 is a transmitter and receiver photocell pair with a 30 metre range, self aligning heads and an IP55 rating, built for BFT sliding gates, swing gates and barriers. It runs on a fixed 24V, AC or DC.
Read past the model number before choosing. DESME A15 covers 30 metres, further than the BFT Compacta A20 at 20 metres, even though 15 is the smaller figure in the name.
BFT DESME or Compacta photocell, why the number is not the range
| DESME A15, this product | Compacta A20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 30 metres | 20 metres |
| Power supply | 24V AC or DC, fixed | 12 to 35 Vac or Vdc, wide input |
| IP rating | IP55 | Not published |
| Alignment | Self aligning | Manual, 180 degree adjustment |
Choose DESME for a longer span or a genuinely outdoor, exposed mounting. Choose Compacta A20 if your board supplies an unusual voltage outside 24V, since its wider input range copes with more boards without an adaptor.
Self aligning photocells: faster commissioning, fewer callbacks
A self aligning photocell confirms the beam is correctly lined up during setup, rather than leaving an installer to guess by eye. That cuts commissioning time and reduces the chance of a photocell left slightly misaligned, which is the most common reason a gate reverses or refuses to close for no obvious reason.
BFT DESME A15 specification
| Configuration | Pair, transmitter and receiver |
|---|---|
| Range | 30 metres |
| Power supply | 24V AC or DC |
| Beam type | Infrared |
| Alignment | Self aligning |
| Protection rating | IP55 |
| Operating temperature | Minus 20°C to 55°C |
| Contact rating | 30V, 1A |
| Mounting | External, wall mounted |
| Reference | P111526 |
| Warranty | 1 year |
IP55 photocells for exposed Omani gate posts
IP55 covers dust protection and water jets from any direction, a genuine step up for a unit mounted permanently outdoors. Coastal sites in Sohar, Sur and Salalah still benefit from a periodic check of the cable gland, since salt finds any gap over years, and inland at Nizwa and Duqm a wipe of the lens keeps blown dust from weakening the beam even on a well sealed unit.
What is included, and what is not
- One BFT DESME A15 photocell pair, transmitter and receiver
Not included: mounting posts or brackets if your gate has none. See accessories, or the BFT swing gate motor and BFT sliding gate motor ranges if fitting a new gate.
BFT photocell supply and fitting across Oman
We stock both DESME and Compacta photocells, so we size by range and voltage rather than sell whichever is in stock. We cover all eleven governorates: Muscat, Al Batinah North, Al Batinah South, Ad Dakhiliyah, Ash Sharqiyah North, Ash Sharqiyah South, Adh Dhahirah, Al Buraimi, Al Wusta, Dhofar and Musandam.
Visit us at Shop No 176, Way Street No 57, Block No 17/2, Al Khuwair, Muscat, Oman. Call or WhatsApp +968 78109286, or email contact@doorsauto.com. Send your gate width and board model through the contact page.
BFT DESME A15 FAQ
Does the DESME A15 have a shorter range than the Compacta A20?
No, it is longer. DESME A15 reaches 30 metres against the Compacta A20’s 20 metres, despite the lower number in the name.
What does self aligning mean on this photocell?
It confirms the beam is correctly lined up during setup, cutting commissioning time and reducing the most common cause of a gate reversing for no obvious reason, a misaligned beam.
Will this photocell work with my control board?
It needs a 24V AC or DC supply. If your board supplies a different voltage, the wider input Compacta A20 may suit better.
What is the BFT DESME A15 price in Oman?
OMR 22.000 per pair. In stock, with fitting quoted separately.
Do you fit BFT photocells across Oman?
Yes, in all eleven governorates, with our engineers based in Al Khuwair, Muscat.
BFT DESME A15 Photocell Sensor Specifications
- Brand: BFT
- Model: DESME A15 Photocell Sensor
- Product Type: Gate Automation Accessory
- Capacity: Standard residential and commercial installations
- Build: weather sealed enclosure
- Application: residential driveways and family homes
- Availability: In stock in Oman, delivery nationwide








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