US Automatic 500016 Replacement Logic Control Board for Patriot Openers 500001
The US Automatic 500016 is a replacement Patriot control board used in compatible earlier Patriot operator generations. It is commonly selected when a Patriot swing gate no longer responds correctly, has board-level damage, fails to read limit or accessory inputs, or needs a manufacturer-approved replacement for older board references. This board manages the Patriot actuator, receiver input, open/close commands, close timer behavior, and monitored photo eye inputs. It is often associated with green-board Patriot systems and may be used as a replacement path for certain discontinued board numbers, but it should not be confused with the later 500018 board without checking the operator's serial range and factory instructions. The safest ordering method is to match the original board number and confirm the manual for that Patriot generation.
Compatible With
- US Automatic Patriot I swing gate operators where the 500016 board is specified
- US Automatic Patriot II dual swing gate operators where the 500016 board is specified
- Select Patriot operators using earlier UL325 2016 board layouts
- Patriot systems with former board numbers 500001, 500002, or 500017 when the manufacturer replacement path confirms 500016
- Single gate Patriot installations using Gate 1 or Gate 2 output as allowed by the operator instructions
- Dual gate Patriot installations using the correct Patriot II wiring and actuator setup
- AC-charged and solar-charged Patriot battery systems when the board generation matches
Features and Specifications
| Manufacturer | US Automatic |
| Product Type | Logic control board |
| Part Number | 500016 |
| Application | Patriot swing gate operator control |
| Compatible Operator Type | Select US Automatic Patriot I and Patriot II swing gate operators |
| Voltage / Power | 12 VDC battery-backed Patriot control system |
| Safety Monitoring | UL325 2016 monitored entrapment input support where applicable |
| Included Components | Control board only unless otherwise stated |
| Notes | Commonly referenced for older Patriot board replacement paths |
Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
- 500016
- US-500016
- 500016 Patriot control board
- Patriot green control board
- Patriot logic board
- 500001
- 500002
- 500017
- 500018 related later board reference
- 500015 related expansion module
Technician Note
Many Patriot board issues are actually caused by batteries, charger wiring, solar charging, water intrusion, shorted accessories, or damaged photo eye wiring. Verify the cause before installing a replacement board.
Before Ordering Checklist
- Confirm the failed board is 500016 or a supported predecessor such as 500001, 500002, or 500017
- Check whether the installed system requires the later 500018 board instead
- Verify Patriot I or Patriot II model and serial range
- Compare terminal labels and connector layout with the original board
- Confirm required monitored safety devices are installed and working
Professional Advisory
Board replacement should be performed with the gate secured and power removed. If there is any question about monitored entrapment wiring or gate movement, have the system serviced by a qualified gate technician.
Important Ordering Warnings
- 500016 and 500018 are related Patriot boards but not always interchangeable
- Do not move wires by memory; label and verify each terminal
- Do not bypass monitored safety inputs to clear a fault
Questions and Answers
What boards is 500016 commonly related to?
The 500016 is commonly listed as a replacement path for former Patriot board references 500001, 500002, and 500017 when the operator generation matches.
Is 500016 the same as 500018?
No. They are related Patriot control boards, but the correct choice depends on the operator generation, serial range, safety-input layout, and connector arrangement.
Can 500016 be used on a dual Patriot gate?
Yes, when the Patriot II dual-gate system and wiring layout call for the 500016 board.
Does this board require monitored safety devices?
Compatible Patriot systems using this board must follow the required monitored entrapment protection setup. Do not bypass safety devices.
What should I compare before ordering?
Compare the original board number, terminal labels, connector layout, operator model, serial range, and manual revision.
