What supply voltage and frequency does each use?

Rated voltage — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 12 V; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 230 V. Mains frequency — Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 50 Hz. Power supply type — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: DC; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: AC mains.

Which tube diameters do they fit?

Motor diameter — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 45 mm; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 45 mm.

What torque and speed is each rated for?

Rated torque — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 10 Nm; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 10 Nm. Rated speed — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 16 rpm; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 16 rpm.

What protocols and control options does each support?

Limit setting — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Mechanical; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Electronic.

Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 12 V vs 230 V

Rated voltage — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 12 V^{[2; 2026-11-02]}; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 230 V^{[3; 2026-10-01]}.

Rated power input — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 45 W^{[2; 2026-11-02]}; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 105 W^{[3; 2026-10-01]}.

Rated current — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 3.75 A^{[2; 2026-11-02]}; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 0.47 A^{[3; 2026-10-01]}.

Last verified: 2026-11-02

When to choose Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm

For a supply rated 12 V^{[2; 2026-11-02]}.
For the stated supply type: DC^{[2; 2026-11-02]}.
For the stated diameter: 45 mm^{[4; 2026-10-09]}.
For a rated torque of 10 Nm^{[2; 2026-11-02]}.

When to choose Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm

For 230 V^{[3; 2026-10-01]} / 50 Hz^{[3; 2026-10-01]} mains.
For the stated supply type: AC mains^{[3; 2026-10-01]}.
For the stated diameter: 45 mm^{[3; 2026-10-01]}.
For a rated torque of 10 Nm^{[3; 2026-10-01]}.

Verifiable indicators

Short-time duty (S2) — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 10 min^{[2; 2026-11-02]}; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 4 min^{[3; 2026-10-01]}.

Rated life — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Not published. Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Not published.

Thermal protection — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Not published. Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Not published.

IP rating — Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: IP44^{[3; 2026-10-01]}. Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Not published.

Comparison table
Property	Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpmElero34 621.0101	Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpmGeiger AntriebstechnikGU4510-E01
Series & variant axes
SeriesDiffers: VariEco M DC vs SOLIDline Easy	VariEco M DC	SOLIDline Easy
Identity & lineage
Series / product line	Not published	SOLIDline Easy^{[1; 2026-10-01]}
Electrical
Rated voltageDiffers: 12 V^{[2; 2026-11-02]} vs 230 V^{[3; 2026-10-01]}	12 V^{[2; 2026-11-02]}	230 V^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Mains frequency	Not published	50 Hz^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Power supply typeDiffers: DC^{[2; 2026-11-02]} vs AC mains^{[3; 2026-10-01]}	DC^{[2; 2026-11-02]}	AC mains^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Supply rating (as stated)	Not published	230 V~/50 Hz^{[1; 2026-09-23]}
Rated power inputDiffers: 45 W^{[2; 2026-11-02]} vs 105 W^{[3; 2026-10-01]}	45 W^{[2; 2026-11-02]}	105 W^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Rated currentDiffers: 3.75 A^{[2; 2026-11-02]} vs 0.47 A^{[3; 2026-10-01]}	3.75 A^{[2; 2026-11-02]}	0.47 A^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Power factor (cos φ)	Not published	> 0.95 ^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Inrush current factor	Not published	1.2 x^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Cable connection	Not published	Pluggable cable^{[1; 2026-10-01]}
Drive performance
Rated torque	10 Nm^{[2; 2026-11-02]}	10 Nm^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Rated speed	16 rpm^{[2; 2026-11-02]}	16 rpm^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Short-time duty (S2)Differs: 10 min^{[2; 2026-11-02]} vs 4 min^{[3; 2026-10-01]}	10 min^{[2; 2026-11-02]}Highest stated	4 min^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Duty type	S2^{[2; 2026-11-02]}	S2^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Dimensions & mounting
Motor diameter	45 mm^{[4; 2026-10-09]}	45 mm^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Fits tube diameter	≥ 50 mm^{[5; 2026-10-01]}	Not published
Overall length	Not published	519.5 mm^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
WeightDifferent basis: 1.6 kg^{[2; 2026-11-02]} vs ≈ 1.9 kg^{[3; 2026-10-01]}	1.6 kg^{[2; 2026-11-02]}Different basis	≈ 1.9 kg^{[3; 2026-10-01]}Different basis
Limits & protection
Limit settingDiffers: Mechanical^{[5; 2026-10-01]} vs Electronic^{[1; 2026-10-01]}	Mechanical^{[5; 2026-10-01]}	Electronic^{[1; 2026-10-01]}
Limit range	Not published	> 200 turns^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Obstacle detection	Not published	Yes^{[1; 2026-10-01]}
Control & communication
Control interface (as stated)	Hardwired^{[5; 2026-10-01]}	Not published
Environment & protection
IP rating	Not published	IP44^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Noise level	Not published	39 dB(A)^{[3; 2026-10-01]}
Application
ApplicationsDiffers: Awning, Roller shutter^{[5; 2026-10-01]}^{[5; 2026-10-01]} vs Awning, Insect screen, Roller shutter, Screen^{[1; 2026-10-01]}^{[1; 2026-10-01]}^{[1; 2026-10-01]}^{[1; 2026-10-01]}	Awning^{[5; 2026-10-01]}, Roller shutter^{[5; 2026-10-01]}	Awning^{[1; 2026-10-01]}, Insect screen^{[1; 2026-10-01]}, Roller shutter^{[1; 2026-10-01]}, Screen^{[1; 2026-10-01]}
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Relations and interchangeability

Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm → Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm

Not directly interchangeable

Same product type (tubular motor)
Used for Awning, Roller shutter (same)
Ø45 mm (same class)
Torque 10 Nm (same)
Speed 16 rpm (same)
230 V vs 12 V
Power supply AC mains vs DC
Control system not confirmed
Limits are set differently (Mechanical → Electronic)
Other brand: crown & drive adapters, head and bracket must be checked

Required changes / checks: Control system not confirmed; Limits are set differently (Mechanical → Electronic); Other brand: crown & drive adapters, head and bracket must be checked

Not checked: crown & drive adapters and motor head; Not checked: brackets; Not checked: remote pairing; Not checked: wiring

Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm → Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm

Not directly interchangeable

Same product type (tubular motor)
Used for Awning, Roller shutter (same)
Ø45 mm (same class)
Torque 10 Nm (same)
Speed 16 rpm (same)
12 V vs 230 V
Power supply DC vs AC mains
Control system not confirmed
Limits are set differently (Electronic → Mechanical)
Other brand: crown & drive adapters, head and bracket must be checked

Required changes / checks: Control system not confirmed; Limits are set differently (Electronic → Mechanical); Other brand: crown & drive adapters, head and bracket must be checked

Not checked: crown & drive adapters and motor head; Not checked: brackets; Not checked: remote pairing; Not checked: wiring

Series

Cross-brand alternatives

Wistar motor WSME50-10/13: 10 Nm^{[Wistar motor manufacturer site (product catalog); 2026-10-01]}, Ø 45 mm^{[Wistar motor manufacturer site (product catalog); 2026-10-01]}, 230 V^{[Wistar motor manufacturer site (product catalog); 2026-10-01]}
Wistar motor WSME50-10/17: 10 Nm^{[Wistar motor manufacturer site (product catalog); 2026-10-01]}, Ø 45 mm^{[Wistar motor manufacturer site (product catalog); 2026-10-01]}, 230 V^{[Wistar motor manufacturer site (product catalog); 2026-10-01]}
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Questions and answers

What supply voltage and frequency does each use?: Rated voltage — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 12 V; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 230 V. Mains frequency — Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 50 Hz. Power supply type — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: DC; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: AC mains.
Which tube diameters do they fit?: Motor diameter — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 45 mm; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 45 mm.
What torque and speed is each rated for?: Rated torque — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 10 Nm; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 10 Nm. Rated speed — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 16 rpm; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: 16 rpm.
What protocols and control options does each support?: Limit setting — Elero VariEco M DC · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Mechanical; Geiger Antriebstechnik SOLIDline Easy · 10 Nm · 16 rpm: Electronic.

Sources

↑Geiger Antriebstechnik manufacturer site (product catalog)geiger.deSeries / product line: SOLIDline EasyManufacturer-stated · Observed 2026-10-01 · Retrieved 2026-09-23 · Public web pageUsed for: 5280, 592, 5287, 5286, 5285, 5282, 5283, 5281, 5284
↑Elero GmbH PDF catalogue elero_Catalog_2026_oP_08-26_EN.pdf (Title)elero.comRated voltage: Rated voltage (V DC): 12 [346210101] (p. 136)Manufacturer-stated · Observed 2026-11-02 · Retrieved 2026-11-02 · Public web pageUsed for: 67811, 67812, 67814, 67813, 67809, 67810, 67815, 67816, 67817
↑Geiger Antriebstechnik PDF cataloguegeiger.deRated voltage: Spannung: 230V~/50 Hz [GU4510] (p. 13)Manufacturer-stated · Observed 2026-10-01 · Retrieved 2026-10-01 · Public web pageUsed for: 30337, 30341, 30339, 30350, 30343, 30345, 30347, 30352, 30353, 30361, 30363, 30368, 30359, 30370, 30356, 30357, 30365
↑Tubular diameter derivation tdia-elero-catalog-2026-p135-varieco-dc-melero.com[tdia-elero-catalog-2026-p135-varieco-dc-m] Ø 45 mm from "VariEco M DC". archive: vendor/elero/aero/catalog_pdf/d3db2f5a3087a18e41569789454c321eaa3e24c3927400842437f18ecca3c54a.pdf p135. elero catalogue 2026 p135, Technical data VariEco M DC / VariEco M-868 DC: "Min. shaft diameter (mm) 50 … Diameter (mm) 45"Derived (vendor document) · Observed 2026-10-09 · Retrieved 2026-10-09 · Public web pageUsed for: 54571
↑Elero manufacturer site (product catalog)elero.comFits tube (min.): Shaft size (mm) from 50Manufacturer-stated · Observed 2026-10-01 · Retrieved 2026-09-23 · Public web pageUsed for: 26542, 26541, 26538, 26539, 26540

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