Maximum Controls Matrix III Control Board for Pro Series

Genuine OEM Control Board for Maximum Controls PRO Series Gate Operators

The Matrix III is the genuine OEM Maximum Controls control board for the PRO series of brushless DC gate operators, including the MAX 1500 PRO, MAX 2200 PRO, MAX F18 PRO, MAX 1200 FS PRO, MAX 1700 FS PRO, MAX MEGATRON 1400 PRO, MAX MEGATRON 1400 HP PRO, MAX MEGATRON 2200 PRO, and MAX MEGATRON 2200 HP PRO. Mounted inside the operator housing, the Matrix III drives the brushless DC motor, manages all gate-cycle logic, interfaces with safety sensors, accessory devices, and access control inputs, and provides the diagnostic and programming interface for the installation. The Matrix III is the correct factory-sourced replacement when the existing board fails due to lightning damage, water intrusion, power surge, or extended service life.

Beyond standard motor control, the Matrix III carries 16-position ERD sensitivity adjustment for both opening and closing directions with independent motor overload monitoring, monitored UL 325 2018 entrapment protection inputs for both Normally Closed and 10K resistor-terminated sensors across Opening, Photo Close, and Open-Close channels, an integrated three-slot loop detector rack for Exit, Center, and Safety loops, and built-in maglock control with adjustable disengagement timing. The on-board LCD display and programming buttons walk the installer through date and time setup, mode configuration, and feature toggles. A USB OBD and Black Box port logs the last 8,000 events to any standard USB flash drive for download to a computer or smartphone, giving installers full event history for field diagnostics. Solar operation is supported natively through the POWER/SOLAR IN terminal with an on-board Solar Mode switch for off-grid installations.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM replacement Matrix III control board for nine Maximum Controls PRO series brushless DC gate operators; supports slide and swing gate configurations, single and dual operator bi-parting installations
• ETL listed by Intertek (file 4009963) to UL STD 325 (2018 standard); certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No. 247; made in USA
• 16-position ERD sensitivity adjustment in both opening and closing directions; independent motor overload monitoring
• Monitored UL 325 2018 entrapment protection inputs for Normally Closed and 10K resistor-terminated sensors across Opening, Photo Close, and Open-Close channels; two monitored entrapment devices required per UL 325 for slide gate operators; one required for swing gate operators
• Integrated three-slot loop detector rack for Exit, Center, and Safety in-ground loops; additional external loop detector input via seven-pin terminal
• USB OBD and Black Box port logs the last 8,000 timestamped events downloadable to any USB flash drive for field diagnostics without special software
• RS-485 communication port for wired primary/secondary dual gate configurations; wireless primary/secondary link via DIP switch
• Built-in maglock relay with 1.5-second or 2.5-second disengagement delay options; Gate Disable input blocks all standard open commands except Fire Department and MAX Open
• Tamper Alert relay activates on unauthorized forced gate movement; anti-tailgate Quick Close detection built in
• POWER/SOLAR IN terminal with on-board Solar Mode switch for solar-powered installations
• Made in USA

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: MXPRO MATRIX III
• Compatible Operators: MAX 1500 PRO, MAX 2200 PRO, MAX F18 PRO, MAX 1200 FS PRO, MAX 1700 FS PRO, MAX MEGATRON 1400 PRO, MAX MEGATRON 1400 HP PRO, MAX MEGATRON 2200 PRO, MAX MEGATRON 2200 HP PRO
• Gate Type: Swing and Slide
• UL 325 Class (MAX 1500 PRO / 2200 PRO): Class I, II, III, IV
• UL 325 Class (MAX F18 PRO): Class III, IV only
• Listing: ETL listed by Intertek, file 4009963, to UL STD 325 (2018); certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No. 247
• Input Power: 115VAC or 230VAC selectable via MAX Toroid 15A transformer
• DC Power Outputs: 12VDC monitored, 24VDC
• Entrapment Sensor Inputs: OPEN ONLY NC, PHOTO CLS NC, OPEN/CLS NC; OPEN ONLY 10K, CLS ONLY 10K, OPEN/CLS 10K
• Loop Rack: Exit, Center, Safety; plug-in and external loop detectors supported
• Dual Gate Communication: RS-485 wired; wireless primary/secondary via DIP switch
• Solar Input: POWER/SOLAR IN terminal with on-board Solar Mode switch
• Event Log: Up to 8,000 events via OBD Black Box port, USB flash drive download
• ERD Sensitivity Positions: 16 per direction, opening and closing independent
• Battery Backup Modes: Leave Open, Leave Closed, Open 1 Time
• Origin: Made in USA
• Manufacturer: Maximum Controls LLC, Fountain Valley, CA
• Condition: New Genuine OEM Part

Conclusion

The Matrix III board governs all functions of the listed Maximum Controls PRO series gate operators. Each operator uses a model-specific ID plug that must be transferred from the failed board to the replacement. If the ID plug is not installed, the board will beep continuously and the operator will not function. The MAX F18 PRO is restricted to UL Class III and IV applications; the MAX 1500 PRO and 2200 PRO cover all four UL Classes. When replacing the board, inspect the motor wiring harness, limit sensor cables, entrapment protection devices, and accessory transformers for damage at the same time, as electrical faults in connected components are a common cause of board failure.