LiftMaster K-SL5851023G3, E-BOX, SL585, 230V, 3PH, 1HP
The LiftMaster K-SL5851023G3 E-Box is a replacement electrical control box assembly for a specific SL585 industrial slide gate operator configuration. On an industrial slide gate operator, the E-box is the protected control area that brings together the operator controls, line-voltage power handling, terminal connections, and related electrical hardware needed for normal gate operation. When the original electrical box is damaged, corroded, burned, water-intruded, or no longer serviceable, replacing the complete matching E-box can be a cleaner repair than trying to rebuild several mismatched electrical components one at a time.
This is not a universal SL-series control box. LiftMaster built the SL580, SL585, and SL595 families in multiple voltage, phase, horsepower, and generation combinations. A box for 230V, 3PH, 1 HP service should stay with that same operator configuration unless the manufacturer parts diagram confirms otherwise. The correct E-box helps keep the motor control circuit, accessory terminals, safety-device wiring, overload protection, and service layout matched to the operator it was designed to run.
Common replacement reasons include damaged contactor or relay area, failed transformer or line-voltage components, moisture damage inside the enclosure, burned wiring from a power event, missing terminal hardware, or a previous repair that left the electrical box unsafe or unreliable. Before replacing the assembly, the gate system should be inspected for root causes such as water entry, surge damage, incorrect incoming voltage, shorted accessory wiring, damaged conduit, or a motor problem that may damage the new box if left unresolved.
Compatible With
Common Compatible Models
- LiftMaster SL585 Series industrial slide gate operators configured as 1 HP, 230V, 3PH.
- SL5851023G3 / SL585 G3 operator configurations where the parts diagram calls for this exact E-box kit.
- Select commercial and industrial vehicular slide gate installations using the matching SL585 G3 electrical control box assembly.
Additional Model Families to Verify
- SL585UL, SL585U, and older SL585 references may appear in parts searches, but the electrical box must be matched by configuration number, not by model family alone.
- Do not substitute this E-box for SL575, SL580, SL595, CSL, RSL, or SL3000 operators unless a LiftMaster parts diagram specifically lists the same part number.
Important Compatibility Notes
SL585 electrical boxes are not universal. A 115V 1-phase box, 208V 1-phase box, 230V 1-phase box, 230V 3-phase box, 460V 3-phase box, and 575V 3-phase box can all belong to the SL585 family but use different internal electrical components. Match the original nameplate, incoming power, motor horsepower, and parts diagram before ordering.
Features & Specifications
| Feature / Specification | Details |
|---|
| Manufacturer | LiftMaster |
| Product Type | E-Box / Electrical Control Box Replacement Kit |
| Part Number | K-SL5851023G3 |
| Operator Family | SL585 G3 |
| Application | SL585 industrial slide gate operator electrical box replacement |
| Motor Rating | 1 HP |
| Voltage | 230V |
| Phase | 3PH |
| Control Generation | G3 |
| Compatible Operator Type | Commercial / industrial vehicular slide gate operator |
| Notes | Match by original E-box part number, operator nameplate, voltage, phase, horsepower, and parts diagram. |
Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
The following part numbers and search variations are commonly associated with this item or its operator configuration. Treat related numbers as verification aids, not automatic substitutes.
- K-SL5851023G3
- LM-K-SL5851023G3
- KSL5851023G3
- K-SL5851023-G3
- K-SL585-1023G3
- K-SL585-1023-G3
- SL5851023G3
Technician Note
Before replacing the E-box, compare the new assembly to the original box while the power is safely disconnected by a qualified technician. Confirm the voltage label, phase, horsepower, terminal designations, harness plugs, safety input wiring, accessory wiring, and grounding. If the original E-box failed from a short, surge, water intrusion, or motor fault, correct that issue before energizing the replacement.
Before Ordering Checklist
- Confirm the complete operator model number and configuration code on the LiftMaster nameplate.
- Match the original E-box part number to K-SL5851023G3 or a verified related number.
- Confirm incoming voltage, phase, and motor horsepower.
- Review the SL-series parts diagram for the exact electrical box listing.
- Check that the enclosure style, mounting points, conduit entry, and wiring layout match the existing operator.
- Inspect monitored safety devices, loop wiring, control wiring, and accessories before reconnecting the new box.
Professional Advisory
This part is connected to high-voltage operator wiring and gate safety circuits. Installation and troubleshooting should be performed by a qualified gate technician. Do not bypass monitored photo eyes, edge sensors, warning devices, overloads, or other required safety equipment to make an operator run.
Product Q&A
What is the K-SL5851023G3 used for?
The K-SL5851023G3 is a LiftMaster replacement E-box assembly used as the electrical control box for select SL585 industrial slide gate operator configurations. It houses the main control and power-management components for the matching operator setup.
Will this E-box fit every LiftMaster SL585 operator?
No. SL585 operators were built in different voltage, phase, horsepower, and generation configurations. This part should be matched to the original E-box part number, operator nameplate, and parts diagram before ordering.
Why do voltage and phase matter on an E-box replacement?
The E-box is built around a specific electrical configuration. A 230V, 3PH, 1 HP setup can use different transformers, contactors, overload protection, wiring, and terminal layout than another version of the same operator family.
Can this part be installed as a field electrical repair?
Because an E-box connects to line voltage and gate safety circuits, replacement should be handled by a qualified gate technician. Do not bypass monitored safety devices, warning devices, overloads, or required protection circuits.
What should be checked before ordering this E-box?
Check the operator model tag, original E-box number, voltage, phase, horsepower, control generation, enclosure layout, harness connections, and the LiftMaster parts diagram. Also inspect for water intrusion or damaged field wiring that may have caused the original failure.
