The drive for sliding gates is an opportunity to open them as quickly as possible, accurately and easily. Modern manufacturers offer a wide selection of models, so before you make a choice, you need to analyze the offers of each brand. In addition, you should be aware of the basic rules for choosing these products, so that they serve for a long time and reliably.
Gate weight and intensity
Since the gates in a private house do not have such a big load, you should not choose powerful models with a powerful engine. For home everyday use, the drive for sliding gates is simpler too. The most optimal engine option is 220 V, which is economical. As for weight, instructions should not always be trusted. If your gate weighs from 200 to 400 kg with a width of 4 m, choose a drive weighing from 800 to 1200 kg. In general, when choosing it is better to pay attention to the gate bus: it can be small, medium and large, respectively, and the drive must be selected accordingly. The line of such devices is presented by all leading manufacturers, so it remains only to understand the technical specifications and price offers.
Counterweight Dimensions
They are needed for console sliding gates, which are most often found. With the help of a counterweight, the canvas is balanced, while its dimensions usually occupy up to 50% of the doorway as a whole. If the size of the counterweight is reduced, then the load on the gate rollers will become greater, as well as the friction force, as a result, the gate will open and close with difficulty.
terms of Use
The drive for sliding gates very often fails with frequent use in the winter. This is due to the fact that low temperatures, precipitation stick to the guides, rollers and catchers, thereby creating increased rolling resistance of the gate, especially at the time of their start-up. That is why experts advise choosing models with a margin of power, that is, by weight of the canvas. At least, such gates will open effectively in any weather conditions due to greater mechanical strength and increased torque.
Quality fittings and installation
Any sliding gates must be mounted correctly, while it is important to choose high-quality fittings. It depends on how easy the rollers will move, and how much effort it will take to move the wings. As for the installation, you need to pay attention to the installation phase. Most often, automation fails due to non-compliance with installation technology. The drive for sliding gates should work stably and accurately without additional effort.
How to do it yourself?
Arrangement of an entrance gate is a technically advanced procedure. With proper installation, you can significantly save on space, since the canvas will move in one direction. There are three types of modern sliding gates:
- Cantilever. In them, on the lower part of the canvas, a supporting guide is installed, while the gate will not touch the roadway when moving, since they are not limited by anything. This design is used more often than hanging or on wheels.
- Suspension system. In it, the guide is mounted above the opening, and the gate is suspended on roller carts. Such designs are selected for the design of production and storage facilities.
- Gate on wheels. The rail in this design is installed in the opening, and the wheels are mounted to the door leaf.
To make a home-made drive for sliding gates, we need to stock up on a gate frame, roller bearings, end roller, lower and upper catcher, upper limiter, adjusting stand and plug. All installation work can be performed in several stages.
Work stages
All stages of the installation work can be divided into several stages:
- First, the foundation is set up.
- Sliding gates are made.
- Installation of the gate is in progress.
- Automation is set.
How high-quality and stable the home-made drive for sliding gates will work depends on a sound foundation. Its tab starts with the embedded part: it is created from the channel to which the reinforcement is attached. If the gates are automatic, then you need to immediately make a base for the drive - it should be above the channel level. The foundation requirements are as follows:
- pouring depth - not less than the depth of soil freezing;
- the length of the base is made up of half the width of the opening, and the width of the foundation should be at least 500 mm;
- the upper part of the base coincides with the level of the road surface of the gate.
The foundation is poured with concrete with a strength of at least 200 kg / cm 2 . If automation is connected to the gate, then you need to lay the wires in the corrugations. The foundation itself must be monolithic, pile or screw.
Frame creation and installation
To make the frame of the sliding gate, profile pipes will be required, as well as a set of the supporting system. The stages of work are as follows:
- First, we weld the outer frame from the pipe, to which the jib is then attached.
- We collect the crate and weld it.
- Weld the lower guide.
Now it's time to do the frame installation. This is done on a finished basis, in which the embedded part has already been laid. The gates can subsequently be lined with various materials - siding, profile sheet or boards.
Today, many domestic and foreign companies offer operators for sliding gates. Reviews about each brand are different, so you should definitely familiarize yourself with them - suddenly it contains really useful information for you. Consider the most popular automatic sliding door systems for customers.
DOORHAN
Under this brand a wide selection of systems for gates of various types is produced. The DOORHAN sliding gate operator received the most good reviews. The advantages of this equipment include noiselessness and stability during the entire period of operation, a wide range of products at various prices, the ability to use in various temperature conditions. For gates weighing up to 800 kg, the Doorhan Sliding system - 800 KIT is suitable. It works effectively at temperatures up to -20 degrees, has a built -in control unit, is equipped with a signal lamp with a built-in antenna and a remote control.
In this model, the motor and gearbox are located in one housing and immersed in liquid lubricant. As a result, gates with such a drive can be operated three times more intensively. Improved protection of the unlocking mechanism ensures stable and uninterrupted operation, there is protection against overheating. The drive is designed specifically for use in the Russian Federation, featuring good dust and moisture resistance. This model is one of the available: you can buy it at a price of about 15000-16000 rubles.
More expensive Dorkhan operator for sliding gates - Doorhan Sliding-1300 KIT. It is designed for sliding gates weighing up to 1300 kg and can be operated at temperatures up to - 40 degrees. This system costs almost 18,000 rubles, while automation will please you with an excellent quality of work. The drive can be operated in all weather conditions as effectively as possible. The control board has a digital indicator of the operating mode, as well as motion control sensors. It is no accident that this model is considered the best in its segment.
FAAC
FAAC automatic drives are also available in a variety of models. Each equipment is a combination of excellent quality and high technology. Special microprocessor units, double-disk clutches in an oil bath allow operating systems as efficiently as possible. The operator for sliding gates FAAC 741KIT is designed for structures weighing up to 900 kg and can be operated at temperatures up to - 30 degrees. A special proprietary lubrication system protects the model from jamming the gearbox even in severe frost.
The structure of the model includes a drive with a control unit, a signal lamp, safety elements, a built-in receiver with an antenna. The proprietary grease protects the worm wheel from wear and tear, while minimizing the risk of gear jamming. The built-in control unit is removed in a plastic case to protect it from mechanical influences. If suddenly there are power outages, the device will operate in manual mode. The cost of this advanced system is about 30,000 rubles.
Nice
Many users like the Nice sliding gate operator due to the fact that they are available in two types - lever and linear. All models of the brand are characterized by excellent design, ease of use, safety. In addition, manufacturers are constantly introducing new technologies, so that their products successfully compete with models of other brands.
From economical models, there are a lot of good reviews about the Nice RD400 electric drive. It is designed for gates weighing up to 40 kg, capable of operating at temperatures from –20 to +50 degrees. You can adjust the functions of adjustment, speed, pause, acceleration, deceleration at the end points, and also detects obstacles. The drive is easy and reliable to mount, which is also noted by many users. It is convenient to configure it thanks to the integrated control unit. Programming is carried out by three buttons, while the end position of the gate can also be controlled. Has the function of partial opening of the gate. The cost of the model is 13,950 rubles.
Nice THOR 1561 is a more powerful Nice drive for sliding gates. It is designed for gates weighing up to 1500 kg, differs in electronic clutch and the most silent operation. The safety of use is ensured by an electronic brake, which can be programmed to eliminate the inertia of the door. The engine is equipped with forced ventilation to increase the intensity of work. The cost of the model is almost 31,000 rubles.
Came
It is also a popular brand of automation for gates. The Came operator for sliding gates is available in a wide lineup, so you have the opportunity to choose what you need. There are a lot of good reviews about the Came BX-78 model, which can be used for gates weighing up to 800 kg. Among the interesting features of this drive are the self-locking function, the presence of a motion control sensor and obstacle detection, as well as an integrated control unit. This model can be installed independently. Its distinctive features include:
- Modified gate control system.
- Full isolation of the control unit, engine, which protects them from external influences.
- The decoder works with different types of radio transmitters, remembering codes for working with them.
- Special fuses protect the engine and other important elements of the system from overloads.
Such a drive will cost about 15,000 rubles.
The safe model - Bx-243 - is designed for gates weighing up to 300 kg and leaf lengths up to 8.5 m. The 24V motor provides the intensity of work. This model is ideal for use in private cottages. The advantages of the model include:
- Integrated control board.
- An LED indicator mounted on the board provides easy system diagnostics.
- Ease of installation.
- Convenience of unlocking the gearbox with a key.
Automation works stably; when the power is turned off, emergency operation based on the backup battery will work. The cost of the model is about 13,000 rubles.
conclusions
How to choose a drive for sliding gates? Proceed from their features so that the gates work stably and efficiently. Pay attention to the parameters of the blade - they play an important role in opening and closing the system.