[Shop-talk] Automatic driveway gates

[old dirtbeard]

Hi Jim,

I installed a larger swing gate across my driveway about 20 years ago, and
it still is working well. I have had to replace the gate opener twice, and
actually had one gate opener stolen off from the gate (arm and control
box). That was quite a shocker.

I live in a very safe neighborhood but believe that some workmen at a
neighboring house stole it.

As a result, I would strongly suggest that you get a lock for the pin where
the opener arm attaches to the gate.

Here in my city you also need to have a fire department key switch facing
the street so that they can open the gate in case of a fire on your
property.

I used Linear Pro for the opener. It says it is for professional
installation only, but I did it no problem. All of the parts are available
separately (e.g., circuit boards, arm, mechanical parts, etc.), and they
usually ship the next day.
https://www.gatecrafters.com/product_detail_875.aspx

Things will break or wear out on it eventually if you use it multiple times
a day for years, and replacement part availability and pricing is important.

Hope this helps. If you have any other questions, just ask,

best,

doug


On Sun, Feb 12, 2023 at 5:50 PM Jim Stone <1789alpine at gmail.com> wrote:

> Interesting idea, Pat.  Do you already have an automatic gate?
>
> > On Feb 12, 2023, at 4:18 PM, Pat Horne <patintexas at icloud.com> wrote:
> >
> > Jim, I’m looking into something similar as an anti-theft device for my
> 1967 Datsun. I found a project on line that consists of your cell phone &
> an Arduino device. It acts like the keyless entry systems that modern
> vehicles have. You just walk up, or in your case, drive up & the gate
> opens. No button press required. When your phone is out of range the gate
> closes (if you program the Arduino to behave like that).
> >
> > I’ll be interrupting the ignition & starter power on the car.
> >
> > Peace,
> > Pat
> >
> > Pat Horne
> > We support Habitat for Humanity
> >
> >
> > On Feb 12, 2023, at 3:11 PM, Jim Stone <1789alpine at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > Does anyone have any experience installing automatic driveway gate
> openers?  It looks pretty straight-forward, but any advice and/or brand
> recommendations would be greatly appreciated.  I will be installing a dual
> gate opener for the driveway to my shop.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Jim
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-- 
Best,

Doug
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