TL;DR
The CAME ZLX24 is a new universal control board designed for the full range of 24V swing gate motors. It comes in two variants, the ZLX24SA and ZLX24MA, and introduces Adaptive Speed and Torque Technology, a Virtual Encoder, Smart Movement Control, and multiple connection modes including CNX BUS and the RIO wireless system. The redesigned board offers noticeably more physical space than its predecessors, making installation and cabling significantly easier to manage.
What Is It?
Gate automation control boards are not usually the most glamorous part of a project, but they are the part that either makes an installation straightforward or turns it into a troubleshooting exercise. CAME has taken a good look at what installers actually need from a board and responded with the ZLX24.
The most immediately noticeable change is the physical design. The ZLX24 has been given considerably more room than previous CAME board designs, which matters more than it might sound. A board with well-spaced terminals, logical layout, and room to route cables cleanly makes for a faster, neater, and less error-prone installation. It is the kind of detail that experienced installers will notice and appreciate immediately.
Beyond the physical redesign, the ZLX24 brings a meaningful set of electronic enhancements to the 24V swing gate category.
Key Features
Adaptive Speed and Torque Technology
The board automatically adjusts motor speed and torque in response to real-world conditions, compensating for variables like gate weight, wind resistance, and mechanical wear. This reduces the need for manual fine-tuning and helps extend motor lifespan.
Virtual Encoder
Without needing a physical encoder fitted to the motor, the ZLX24 can monitor gate position electronically. This simplifies installation while still enabling precise movement control and obstacle detection.
Smart Movement Control
Combined with the virtual encoder and adaptive technology, Smart Movement Control gives the gate a more responsive and controlled movement profile, reducing mechanical stress on both the motor and the gate structure.
CNX BUS and RIO System 2.0
The ZLX24 supports CNX BUS for digital accessory management, as well as the RIO wireless system for connecting safety and command devices without additional cabling. Traditional and resistive inputs are also supported, meaning the board works with both new and legacy accessories.
CONNECT Technology
Local and remote management is handled through CAME's CONNECT platform, allowing installers and service teams to configure, monitor, and diagnose systems without a site visit.
Two Variants
| Feature | ZLX24SA | ZLX24MA |
|---|---|---|
| CNX BUS inputs | Yes | Yes |
| Settable safety inputs | 4 | 2 |
| B1-B2 Output | Yes | No |
| RIO System 2.0 | Yes | Yes |
| CAME KEY and Gateways slot | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Speed and Torque | Yes | Yes |
| Virtual Encoder | Yes | Yes |
| Clock module | Yes | No |
| User capacity | 1,000 | 250 |
| PCB plastic cover | Yes | No |
Advantages
- Redesigned board layout provides significantly more physical space, making cabling and terminal access cleaner and faster for installers
- Universal compatibility across the full range of CAME 24V swing gate motors reduces the number of SKUs an installer needs to stock
- Adaptive Speed and Torque Technology reduces manual setup time and improves long-term reliability
- Virtual Encoder removes the need for additional hardware while still delivering accurate position monitoring
- Multiple connection modes (CNX BUS, RIO wireless, traditional, resistive) give installers flexibility to work with new and existing accessories
- Remote management via CONNECT reduces call-out costs for routine adjustments and diagnostics
- Two variants allow the board to be right-sized to the application without paying for unused capacity
- PCB plastic cover on the SA variant adds a layer of protection for the board in installation environments
Possible Disadvantages
- As a new product, long-term field reliability data is not yet established compared to mature predecessor boards
- The two-variant structure requires careful selection at the specification stage; choosing the MA variant and later needing the clock module or higher user count means a board swap
- RIO wireless accessories add convenience but introduce radio as a dependency in environments with potential interference
- CONNECT remote management relies on network connectivity at the installation; sites without reliable internet access will not benefit from this feature
- Installers unfamiliar with Virtual Encoder setup may need training or documentation review before first deployment
Bottom Line
The CAME ZLX24 feels like a control board designed by people who have spent time on actual installations. The physical redesign alone will save time on every job, and the combination of Adaptive Speed and Torque Technology with the Virtual Encoder removes two of the more time-consuming aspects of commissioning a swing gate system. Whether you opt for the SA or MA variant, the ZLX24 is a capable and well-considered upgrade to what was already a reliable product family.