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Smart Tubular Blind Motor – Roman 5 ft
Overview
The Beakn Smart Tubular Blind Motor – Roman 5 ft is a mains-powered tubular motor designed specifically to automate Roman blinds with a drop of up to approximately 5 ft (1.5 m). It fits neatly inside the blind's tube, preserving the signature elegant folding (pleated) appearance of Roman blinds while delivering full smart-home automation.
This motor belongs to the Smart Tubular Blind Motor (Works With Automation) family — built for app, voice, schedule, and scene-based control. There is no handheld remote in the box; it is designed from the ground up for smart-home and automation-first households and spaces.
A regular electrician installs it using the included accessories. Once live, it connects to the Beakn app and integrates into automation routines alongside lights and other Beakn devices.
Features
•App control — Open, close, and set the blind to any precise position from the Beakn app, from anywhere in the world.
•Voice control — Hands-free operation via compatible voice assistants; say the word and the blind moves.
•Schedules & sun events — Program the blind to open at a set time or at sunrise, and close at sunset or a set bedtime — automatically, every day.
•Scenes & automations — Incorporate blinds into multi-device routines such as Good Morning, Movie Mode, and Good Night, running in sync with lights and other Beakn devices.
•Precise positioning — Smooth, reliable movement with accurate stop positions for dialled-in light and privacy control at any time of day.
•Roman-blind friendly — Purpose-built for Roman blinds; the motor automates movement while fully preserving the elegant folding/pleated appearance the blind is known for.
•Quiet operation — Runs at approximately 31.2 dB — very quiet during normal use.
•IP44 protection — Rated against solid objects larger than 1 mm and splashing water.
•Fits inside the tube — The tubular format means the motor is hidden, keeping the installation clean and unobtrusive.
Use Cases
•Bedrooms — Schedule blinds to open gradually at sunrise for a natural wake-up, and close at bedtime for full privacy, no cords required.
•Living rooms — Automate shading through the day to cut glare on screens, reduce heat gain, and improve comfort without manual adjustment.
•Home offices — Manage light levels on demand by voice or app while staying focused on work.
•Hotels — Automate guest-room blinds on schedules or room-state triggers; clean, cordless installation suits high-end interiors.
•Retail spaces & showrooms — Set opening and closing times to match trading hours; control ambience via scenes without staff intervention.
•Conference rooms & offices — Trigger "Meeting Mode" or "Presentation Mode" automations that lower blinds and dim lights simultaneously.
•Anywhere with Roman blinds up to ~1.5 m drop — Especially suited to standard-height windows where the folded aesthetic of a Roman blind is a design feature worth preserving.
Compatibility
| Compatible With | Notes |
|---|---|
| Beakn app | Full control — open, close, position, schedules, scenes, automations |
| Voice assistants | Yes — hands-free open/close/position control |
| Beakn scenes & routines | Good Morning, Movie Mode, Good Night, sunrise/sunset, and custom automations |
| Other Beakn devices | Yes — integrates into multi-device scenes alongside lights and other Beakn products |
| Roman blinds up to ~1.5 m drop | Specifically designed for Roman blind format |
| Roller blinds | No — use the Smart Tubular Blind Motor – Roller variants for roller blinds |
| Blinds with >1.5 m drop | No — use the Roman 10 ft version for drops up to ~3 m |
| Handheld remote (third-party) | Not specified; no remote is included or referenced for this family |
| 220V AC mains supply (neutral required) | Required — will not work without a neutral wire at the installation point |
Selling Points
1.Automates Roman blinds without ruining their look — the motor is hidden inside the tube; the characteristic folding, pleated drape of the Roman blind is fully preserved.
2.True smart-home integration — not just a remote-controlled motor; it plugs into the full Beakn ecosystem with scenes, schedules, sunrise/sunset triggers, and multi-device automations.
3.Hands-free convenience — open, close, and position blinds by voice or automatically, without touching a cord or a phone.
4.Very quiet at 31.2 dB — low-noise operation suits living spaces, bedrooms, and offices.
5.Light, glare & energy management — automate shading through the day to cut glare, reduce solar heat gain, and support more comfortable, efficient spaces.
6.Simple, clean installation — everything needed is in the box (A-Pipe adaptor, mounting accessories, controller); a regular electrician does the job.
7.IP44 rated — solid build quality with meaningful ingress protection for long-term reliability.
8.Scales with your smart home — add multiple motors across a home or commercial space and manage them all from one app, in coordinated scenes and routines.
Key Specs
| Family | Smart Tubular Blind Motor (Works With Automation) |
|---|---|
| Blind type | Roman blind |
| Size / blind drop | 5 ft (~1.5 m) |
| Power | 115 W |
| Input voltage | 220V AC |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
| Motor speed | 28 RPM |
| Noise level | 31.2 dB |
| Motor length | 515 mm |
| Protection grade | IP44 |
| Wiring | 4-wire, 220V AC mains — neutral wire required |
| Handheld remote | No |
| In the box | Mounting accessories, A-Pipe adaptor, controller |
| Control methods | Beakn app, voice assistants, schedules, scenes, automations |
Installation & Wiring
Power & Wiring Requirements
•Supply: 220V AC mains, 50 Hz.
•Wiring type: 4-wire connection — a neutral wire is required at the installation point. Confirm neutral availability before purchasing.
•Who installs it: A regular, qualified electrician. No specialist blind technician is needed.
Physical Installation
1.The motor slides into the blind tube — it is a tubular motor, fully concealed inside the tube once fitted.
2.Use the included A-Pipe adaptor to couple the motor shaft to the blind tube correctly.
3.Fix the motor in place using the included mounting accessories.
4.Connect the included controller — this is what links the motor to the Beakn app and enables all automation functionality.
Sizing Check
•This is the 5 ft version, rated for blind drops up to approximately 1.5 m.
•If your Roman blind drop is greater than ~1.5 m, choose the Smart Tubular Blind Motor – Roman 10 ft instead.
•Match the motor to your blind type: this motor is specifically for Roman blinds, not roller blinds.
After Installation
•Connect via the Beakn app using the included controller.
•Set up schedules, scenes, and automation routines directly within the app.
•Works with voice assistants out of the box once set up.
FAQ
Does this motor require a neutral wire?
Yes. The Smart Tubular Blind Motor – Roman 5 ft runs on 220V AC mains with a 4-wire connection, and a neutral wire is required at the installation point. Check your wiring before purchasing.
Does it come with a handheld remote?
No. This motor belongs to the Works With Automation family and is controlled through the Beakn app, voice assistants, schedules, scenes, and automation routines. If you want a physical remote in the box, choose the Smart Silent Tubular Blind Motor – Roman 5 ft instead.
Will this work with my Roman blind?
Yes — this motor is purpose-built for Roman blinds. It automates raising and lowering while fully preserving the folding, pleated appearance that defines a Roman blind.
How noisy is it during operation?
The motor runs at approximately 31.2 dB — a very low noise level, roughly comparable to a quiet library. For an even quieter motor (and a handheld remote), consider the Silent family version.
What's the difference between this motor and the Silent version?
The Smart Silent Tubular Blind Motor runs at a lower noise level and includes a handheld remote for direct physical operation. This standard motor is slightly louder (31.2 dB) and has no remote — it is optimised for smart-home / automation control via app and voice.
Can I control it with Alexa or Google Assistant?
Yes — the motor is compatible with voice assistants. Once set up in the Beakn app, you can open, close, and position the blind by voice command.
Can I set it to open at sunrise and close at sunset automatically?
Yes. The Beakn app supports sunrise/sunset-triggered schedules, as well as fixed-time schedules and full automation routines.
Is this the right size for my blind?
The 5 ft motor is rated for Roman blind drops up to approximately 1.5 m. If your blind drop is greater than ~1.5 m, choose the Roman 10 ft version (rated up to ~3 m).
Is installation difficult?
No. The motor fits inside the blind tube using the included A-Pipe adaptor, mounting accessories, and controller. Because it runs on 220V AC mains (neutral required), a regular electrician connects the wiring — no specialist is needed.
What is the IP44 rating?
IP44 means the motor is protected against solid objects larger than 1 mm and against water splashing from any direction — a robust standard for an indoor blind motor.
Can I include this blind in routines with my lights and other Beakn devices?
Yes. Through the Beakn app, blinds can be included in scenes and multi-device automation routines — for example, a Good Morning routine that raises the blind and turns on lights simultaneously.