sommer evo+ 2080 direct drive garage door opener
· evo+ Series

Sommer evo+ 2080 Direct Drive Garage Door Opener

Direct Drive

Heavier-duty Sommer evo+ — 800N lifting force for doors up to 1,100 lbs, same German engineering and lifetime motor warranty.

  • 800N (1 HP equivalent) — handles doors up to 1,100 lbs
  • Speeds up to 8.3 in/sec
  • Direct drive — quieter and longer-lasting than chain/belt
  • Lifetime motor warranty, made in Germany
  • 128-bit encrypted radio with rolling code
  • UL325 certified

Looking to Repair or Install the Sommer evo+ 2080 in Phoenix or the East Valley?

The Sommer evo+ 2080 brings 800N of lifting force for doors up to 1,100 lbs — the same near-silent German direct-drive engineering, scaled up for heavier doors. We install the evo+ 2080 across the Phoenix area, and we service the direct drive and controls on the ones already running throughout the East Valley.

Need a Sommer EVO-2080 installed or repaired? Farnsworth Garage Door Service installs, repairs, and services Sommer openers across the Phoenix area. Same-day service is our standard.

At a Glance

Drive Type
Direct Drive
Motor
1 HP equivalent
Direct Drive
Battery Backup
No
Travel Speed
8.3 in/sec
Max Door Height
Up to 8 ft
Max Door Weight
Up to 1100 lbs
Lighting
LED
LED
Made In
Germany

Common Sommer EVO-2080 Problems We Fix

If your Sommer EVO-2080 is acting up, here's what we see most often — and we repair every one of these as part of our garage door opener repair & replacement service across the Phoenix area. Call us at (602) 935-9766 and we'll get it sorted.

  • The door won't open or close Usually a failed logic board, capacitor, motor, or travel module — or a tripped safety sensor. We diagnose the exact cause instead of guessing.
  • The remote or keypad stopped working Often a reprogramming issue, a worn receiver, or a dead remote battery. We carry the right remotes and keypads for the Sommer lineup.
  • It's gotten loud or runs rough New noise or rough travel points to worn drive components or loose hardware. We track down the source and fix it.
  • The door reverses before closing, or won't stay shut Almost always the safety sensors (photo eyes), the travel limits, or the force settings. Quick to diagnose, quick to fix.
  • The motor runs but the door doesn't move The drive has disengaged or a gear has stripped. We re-engage the trolley or replace the gear assembly.

Convenience & Safety Features

HomeLink compatible
Soft start / soft stop — reduces wear on door and opener
Anti-break-in locking — auto-locks under attack
Active braking

Installing the Sommer EVO-2080 in Phoenix & the East Valley

Thinking about putting a Sommer EVO-2080 on your garage? Here's how Farnsworth handles it.

1

We source the opener for you

You don't need to track down the Sommer EVO-2080 yourself. We stock and source Sommer openers for our clients and bring the right one to your home.

2

Professional install, done right

Direct drive openers have very few moving parts, but the fixed chain rail still has to be mounted true. We set the Sommer EVO-2080 up for the quiet, smooth operation it's built for.

3

Tuned, tested, and explained

We balance the door, set the travel limits and force, test the safety reverse, program your remotes, and walk you through everything before we leave.

Old opener on its way out, or building new? See our opener installation & replacement service, book a visit, or call (602) 935-9766 — same-day service is our standard.

What's In the Box

  • 1 motor carriage trolley
  • 1 Control Housing with 6' power cord
  • 1 Pearl 4-button transmitter with visor clip
  • 3 operator rails
  • 2 connecting sleeves
  • Chain with isolator
  • Straight door arm
  • Curved door arm
  • Installation, door hardware, and ceiling bracket kits
  • Safety sensor kit
  • Wired 3-button wall station
  • English and Spanish technical manuals

Compatible Accessories

  • Memo Transmitter Memory Memo
  • Senso Humidity Sensor Senso
  • Lock Locking Magnet Lock
  • Lumi evo+ Additional LED Lighting Lumi

Signs It's Time to Replace Your Opener

A garage door opener is easy to ignore until it strands you. If any of these sound familiar, it's worth a conversation:

  • Your opener is 10–15 years old or older — motors and logic boards wear out, and parts get harder to find.
  • It still uses a fixed code instead of rolling-code security, which leaves your garage vulnerable.
  • It has no auto-reverse safety system, or the reverse is unreliable — a serious hazard with kids or pets.
  • It's slow, loud, or shakes the whole garage every time it runs.
  • It has no battery backup — so a Phoenix monsoon outage locks you out (or in).
  • It can't connect to your phone, and you want to check or close the garage from anywhere.

The Sommer EVO-2080 is a solid, current-generation upgrade — and we can have it installed before you know it. Learn more about opener repair & replacement, or call (602) 935-9766 and we'll tell you honestly whether a repair or a replacement makes more sense for your door.

Warranty

MotorLimited Lifetime
Accessories2 yr
Farnsworth Pro Notes

What We Watch For on the Sommer EVO-2080

  • It runs on 128-bit Rolling Code security. We make sure any remotes, keypads, or accessories we add are matched to that protocol so nothing gets locked out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Farnsworth install the Sommer EVO-2080 in the Phoenix area?

Yes. We source, install, and service the Sommer EVO-2080 across Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Tempe, San Tan Valley, and the rest of the East Valley. You don't need to buy the opener separately — we stock and bring it to you.

Do you repair the Sommer EVO-2080, or only install new ones?

Both. Whether your Sommer EVO-2080 needs a repair, a tune-up, or a full replacement, Farnsworth handles it. We work on this model regularly and carry the common parts.

My Sommer EVO-2080 is acting up — can it be fixed, or should I replace it?

That depends on the issue and the age of the unit. We'll diagnose it honestly and tell you whether a repair or a replacement is the better value for you — we don't upsell.

How soon can you come out?

Same-day service is our standard, and we'll get to you as quickly as we can. Call or text (602) 935-9766 and we'll find the soonest time that works.

What areas do you serve?

Farnsworth Garage Door Service covers Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Tempe, San Tan Valley, and the rest of the East Valley.

Manufacturer Documents

Spec sheets, owner's manuals, and install guides published by the manufacturer. Click any document to open the PDF.

Why Homeowners Call Farnsworth for Their Sommer Opener

A real local name

Farnsworth Garage Door Service is run by brothers Brigham and Riley Farnsworth — a name the East Valley has known for decades. You're calling neighbors, not a national call center.

5.0 stars from your neighbors

A perfect 5.0 Google rating from our neighbors. We treat every garage like it belongs to someone we'll see at the grocery store — because it usually does.

We know this brand cold

We install and repair Sommer openers every week. We know the programming quirks, the common failure points, and which parts to keep on the truck.

Same-day is our standard

A garage door problem doesn't wait, and neither do we. Same-day service is the norm, and we show up when we say we will.

More Sommer Openers We Service

Comparing models? Here are other Sommer openers Farnsworth installs and repairs across the Phoenix area.

Technician / Installer Reference

Tech Spec Sheet

For installers and Farnsworth techs in the field. Most homeowners can skip this section.

Programming & Remote

Security Code128-bit Rolling Code
Encryption128-bit rolling code

Installation Requirements

Rail Length8 ft
Extension Kit Neededdoors taller than 8 ft (3 ft extension kit #10460V000)
Door Typessectional

Power, Compliance & Engineering

Standby Power1 W
Country of OriginGermany
CertificationsUL325
Configuration ToolSOMlink
Self-Learning Force CurveYes

Common Replacement Parts

Part NameSKU / Part #
3 ft rail extension set10460V000

Need a Sommer EVO-2080 Installed or Repaired in the East Valley?

We work on Sommer openers every week across Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, and the rest of the Phoenix metro. Whether you're upgrading from an older unit, replacing a worn-out part, or planning a new install, we'd love to help. Same-day service is our standard.

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