Buy Mulin ML8-205 Recliner Actuator Motor – 333mm Stroke

Genuine Mulin ML8-205 replacement recliner motor

Replacing your recliner motor? Our Mulin ML8-205 is a slider-style actuator with a 333mm stroke, 36mm/s speed and three-lead wiring harness. Match the complete model on your original label, mounting arrangement and connections before ordering. If you're unsure, send us photos and measurements and we'll help you check the match.

Important: check the model suffix and frame clearance

ML8-205 is not the same as ML8-205C or ML8-205C3. The standard model has 333mm travel; the C variants have 200mm travel. Substituting the standard motor in an installation designed for a C variant can introduce 133mm of additional travel, risking over-extension, bending or serious damage to the metal recliner mechanism. Do not substitute models without confirming the complete mechanical and electrical setup and travel limits. This listing is for ML8-205; the C-variant figures below are comparison guidance, not another purchasing option.

Electrical Specs

• Brand: Mulin Electrics
• Model: ML8-205
• Rated input: DC 24V–28V, 1.5A
• Maximum duty cycle: 0.5 minute (30 seconds) ON / 4 minutes OFF

Performance

• Stroke: 333mm
• Linear speed: 36mm/s
• Maximum actuator force: 800N

The 800N rating is actuator force, not torque or chair occupant capacity. Follow the chair manufacturer's weight limit.

Dimensions & Build

• Style: slider actuator with white mounting block
• Minimum installation length: 157mm
• Total extended length: 647mm, as supplied

The supplied sheet does not define the measurement endpoints for these two lengths. Compare like-for-like measurements with your original before ordering. Measure mounting lengths centre to centre of pin where applicable. Stroke, mounting length and overall length are separate measurements; do not calculate one from another without matching reference points.

ML8-205C / ML8-205C3 comparison

• Stroke: 200mm
• Speed: 30mm/s
• Rated input: DC 28V, 1.5A
• Maximum actuator force: 800N
• Maximum duty cycle: 0.5 minute ON / 4 minutes OFF
• Minimum installation length: 157mm, as supplied
• Total extended length: 530mm, as supplied

These specifications and model comparisons were supplied by CouchGuard; they have not been independently verified from readable manufacturer labels. Check the full suffix on your original label rather than choosing by appearance or the ML8 family alone.

Wiring & Connections

All three leads exit the non-motor housing end of the actuator, according to the supplied sheet.

• Female five-pin handset connection with integrated retaining clip
• Male two-pin 0I power lead for the matching main-transformer daisy-chain
• Female two-pin 0I lead with retaining clip for compatible secondary accessories

Compare connector faces, gender, keying, polarity and cable routing with your original. The female accessory lead is not a universal accessory power outlet; use only a compatible assembly in the correct wiring arrangement.

Matching and safe replacement

The existing listing associates ML8-205 with the MLZB019 LED cup-holder system, but this does not mean every MLZB019 installation will fit. Match the original actuator, control-system wiring, mounts, clearance and travel limits. Plug-in replacement is suitable only when the entire installation matches.

Call us on 1300 268 244 or email clear photos of your label, full actuator, mounting block and all plug faces, together with measurements, if you need help.

A non-moving chair does not prove actuator failure. Check the switch, cup-holder control, power supply, cables and mechanism. Disconnect mains and any battery before replacement. Support the mechanism securely, keep clear of moving links and use a qualified repairer if unsure. Do not force plugs, modify wiring or connect directly to mains power.

Frequently asked questions

Which model is this listing for?

The standard Mulin ML8-205 with 333mm stroke, not ML8-205C or ML8-205C3.

How does ML8-205 differ from ML8-205C?

Our supplied sheet lists 333mm stroke and 36mm/s for ML8-205, compared with 200mm and 30mm/s for ML8-205C/C3.

Can I fit ML8-205 instead of a C variant?

Do not assume so. Its additional 133mm travel can over-extend and damage a frame designed for the shorter motor. Match the full suffix and installation.

What electrical input does ML8-205 use?

The supplied specifications state DC 24V–28V at 1.5A. Match your original ratings and power system.

Can it run continuously?

No. The supplied maximum duty cycle is 30 seconds ON followed by 4 minutes OFF.

Does 800N describe chair weight capacity?

No. It is actuator force, not the occupant capacity of the complete chair.

What lengths should I check?

The supplied ML8-205 figures are 157mm minimum installation length and 647mm total extended length. Confirm the measurement endpoints and compare mounting, overall length and stroke separately.

Which connections are included?

A female five-pin handset connection, male two-pin 0I power lead and female two-pin 0I accessory lead. Compare the wiring and polarity as well as pin count.

Will it work with every MLZB019 cup-holder system?

No. Match the full actuator model, control system, wiring and mechanical installation.

Is replacement tool-free?

Do not assume so. Tools and safe support depend on the chair and its mounting hardware.

Does a chair that won't move need a new actuator?

Not necessarily. Controls, cables, power supply and mechanism faults can also stop movement. Establish the fault before ordering.

Replacement Parts

CouchGuard supplies replacement parts for recliners, lift chairs and lounges, including electrical and mechanical components. Use the guidance below to help identify the correct part before ordering.

Price Match Guarantee

Found the same replacement part for a lower price from another Australian supplier? CouchGuard’s Price Match Guarantee applies to all part brands and types.

We compare the complete delivered price, not just the advertised part price. This means we compare the competitor’s part price plus delivery with CouchGuard’s part price plus delivery.

What qualifies?

• The competitor’s item must be the identical replacement part.
• The part must be currently in stock and available to purchase.
• The competitor must be an Australian supplier.
• The comparison must use the complete delivered price, including delivery charges.

How to request a price match

Have a link to the competitor’s product page ready so we can verify the part, availability, price and delivery charge. Call us on 1300 268 244, or contact us by email.

Before You Buy a Replacement Part

Replacement parts can look similar while having different model numbers, dimensions, connectors or mounting points. Before ordering:

• Check the original part for a manufacturer label, model number or part number.
• Compare the connector type, dimensions and mounting points with the product listing.
• Check the product description and compatibility guidance carefully.
• Contact CouchGuard with clear photos if you are unsure which part you need.

Additional Checks for Electrical Parts

• Check that the green light on the power supply is on.
• Check the leads and connections for visible damage.
• Check whether the switch is faulty.
• If possible, test the actuator in another compatible recliner.

These checks may help identify the fault, avoid replacing a working part and save you hundreds of dollars.

Selected Product Warranties

The following warranties apply to the listed products:

• 24-month warranty on all compatible actuators.
• 24-month warranty on all genuine Okin and TiMOTION actuators.
• 12-month warranty on all genuine Kaidi, eMoMo and Mulin actuators.
• 24-month manufacturer warranty on 6000mAh and 3950mAh batteries purchased on or after 11 September 2026.
• 12-month manufacturer warranty on the 2550mAh battery pack.

All actuators supplied by CouchGuard are tested by the manufacturer before leaving its facility. If a defect becomes apparent, contact us promptly with your order details so we can assess the product under the applicable warranty.

Warranty coverage is subject to our Purchase Terms and your rights under Australian Consumer Law.

Reach out to our team today by calling 1300 268 244 or emailing info@couchguard.com.au