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The Arklyfe 83E Smart Curtain Motor – Lithium Battery is the battery-powered universal version of the 83E motor, built for Australian homes that want a smart curtain motor with broad track compatibility, but where running a new mains feed to the window is impossible, expensive or not allowed by the building's strata rules. The lithium battery sits inside the motor body, so the entire install fits the existing track without any power cable visible above the pelmet. Shipped from Melbourne.

The compatibility story is the headline. The motor works with DIY-spliced tracks, telescopic tracks and standard Gardis-style curtain rails, which covers most of the curtain track types specified across Australian homes, from the older Gardis hardware in pre-2010 apartments through to the wider modular tracks used in renovations and new builds. For an installer carrying one motor SKU across a multi-room job with mixed legacy hardware, that breadth saves real time on site.

The battery trade-off is the same as any battery-powered curtain motor: recharges are needed every few months depending on usage, and torque drops slightly as the battery ages. For primary bedrooms operated twice daily, this is rarely noticeable. For high-traffic living-room curtains operated five or six times a day, the mains-powered version of the 83E is the better long-term choice. App, remote and scene-based control are standard, and the motor pairs with most third-party smart-home gateways via the same protocols as the rest of the Arklyfe range. For a smart-curtain upgrade where running new wiring is genuinely off the table, the 83E Lithium Battery is the right product.

✓ Lithium battery, DIY/telescopic/Gardis track compatibility. Shipped from Melbourne. 12-month warranty. Free shipping on orders over $199. | Compare the full Curtain Motor range →

Technical Details
Rated torque
1.2 N·m
Rated frequency
50/60 Hz
Input voltage
DC 7.4 V
Rated current
2.8 A
Rated speed
100 RPM
Receiver sensitivity
-110 dBm
Load capacity 4 m track
60 kg
Rated power
22 W
Receiving frequency
433.92 MHz
Operating noise level
35–40 dB
Featured heading
Smart Curtain Motors for New Builds, Retrofits, and Everyday Comfort
Charging voltage current
DC 5 V / 2 A
Battery capacity
3200 mAh
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Smart Curtain Motors for New Builds, Retrofits, and Everyday Comfort

Upgrade the way your home opens, closes, and responds throughout the day with Arklyfe smart curtain motors. Designed to suit both project installations and home retrofits, this range gives you flexible options for hardwired and battery-powered setups, making it easier to match the right motor to the way your space is built. Whether you are fitting out a new home, improving a renovation project, or converting existing curtains into a smarter system, Arklyfe curtain motors are built around practical daily convenience, quieter operation, and better control across bedrooms, living rooms, and shared family spaces.

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

How long can it be used on a single charge?

After a full charge, with one open/close cycle per day, it can be used for about three and a half months.

How do I charge it?

You can charge it using the included charging cable with a 5V/2A power adapter, or use our solar panel for power.

What types of tracks can this motor be used on?

It is compatible with standard Gardis tracks on the market. It can also be used with our company’s DIY splicing track kits and telescopic tracks. Please note, the motor must be used with our company’s drive box.

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