Gate Wizard
Please answer the following questions to help us assist you with selecting the best gate for your needs.
First Name (Required):
Last Name (Required):
Email:
Phone (Required):
What is the type of the gate:
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Swing Gate
Slide Gate
Barrier/Parking Gate
Is it a single or dual gate?
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Single Gate
Dual Gate
Approximate weight of each gate leaf (lbs.)?
Approximate length of each gate leaf (ft.)?
How many cycles a day?
How many feet to the power source? Type "solar" if no power is available within 1000 ft.
When are you planning to purchase the gate opener?
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Today
This Week
This Month
In 3 Months
More than 3 Months
If it is a SWING gate system, answer the following questions...
What is the size of the mounting post/column: (ex. 4"x4" or 4" diameter)
What is the wind blockage factor?
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No Blockage
Semi-Obstruct
Solid Gate
Wind NOT a factor
Is it a pull or push to open gate system? Will the opener pull the gate toward the property or push it away?
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Pull-To-Open
Push-To-Open
If it is a SLIDE gate system, answer the following questions...
What is the length of the opening (ft.)?
Is it cantilever (rolls on guide rollers, does not roll on ground) or V-Groove track?
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Cantilever
V-Groove
Enter any additional comments and/or click Submit
Other aspects and features of automatic gate openers to consider...
Which gate opener is right for my gate? The following guide is a general guide to assist you in finding the right opener for your gate. Please keep in mind that each gate location and climate creates a unique situation particular to each application.
DIY MIGHTY MULE GATE OPENERS
Gate Type
Weight and length
Frequency
Gate Operator
Power Requirements
My Gate is a 350 lbs and 12 ft. lightweight Mighty Mule 350 DC / Solar Compatible
500 lbs and 16 ft. light to moderate Mighty Mule 500 DC / Solar Compatible
500 lbs and 16 ft. dual gate /moderateMighty Mule 502 DC / Solar Compatible
My Gate is a 500 lbs and 30 ft light to moderate SL-1000B DC / Solar Compatible
1000 lbs and 30 ft moderate to heavy SL-2000B DC / Solar Compatible
PROFESSIONAL GTO/PRO GATE OPENERS
Gate Type
Weight and length
Frequency
Gate Operator
Power Requirements
My Gate is a 350 lbs and 12 ft. lightweight PRO SW-1500 DC / Solar Compatible
500 lbs and 16 ft. light to moderate PRO SW-2500 DC / Solar Compatible
500 lbs and 16 ft. dual gate/moderate PRO SW-2502 DC / Solar Compatible
650 lbs and 16 ft moderate to heavy PRO SW-3000XL DC / Solar Compatible
1000 lbs and 20 ft moderate to heavy PRO SW-4000XL DC / Solar Compatible
My Gate is a 500 lbs and 30 ft light to moderate PRO SL-1000B DC / Solar Compatible
1000 lbs and 30 ft moderate to heavy PRO SL-2000B DC / Solar Compatible
Which accessories are right for my gate opener? All current models of GTO's Mighty Mule E-Z gate openers and GTO/PRO's automatic gate operators are compatible with ALL GTO accessories.
How practical solar power is for your gate opener needs to be examined on a case-by case-basis. Factors to consider are: location of gate, type of gate, frequency of use, and how far the gate opener is from a power source etc.
Therefore, if you are within a 1000 ft of a power outlet, we recommend using the transformer that is included with your GTO gate opener. This will provide you with the most consistent charge than you would get from solar charging power. After all options are considered and it is determined that solar charging is your best option.— See charts below for the recommended number of solar panels based on your model, climate zone, and frequency of use.
The table and map below illustrate the maximum number of gate cycles to expect per day in a particular area when using solar charging panels with all GTO gate operators.
Up to 15 Watts of solar charging power for models FM700, FM702 .
Up to 30 Watts of solar charging power for models FM500, FM502 and FM350, PRO-SW1500, PRO-SW2500, PRO-SW3000, PRO-SW4000, PRO-SL1000B, PRO-SL2000B.
Installing an optional second battery is recommended for best performance of your gate opener.
What else will you need to install your automatic gate opener? Other Materials You May Need...
Low voltage wire: (16 gauge, multi- stranded, dual conductor, direct burial wire) will be needed. Wire length depends upon which accessories used and the distance between the transformer power supply and gate. [1000 ft. (304 m) max.]
Solar Panels: If your gate is more than 1000 ft. (304 m) away from an AC 110V power source, Solar Panels must be used to trickle charge the battery.
Push to Open Bracket: If your gate opens out from your property, you need to purchase special order a "push-to-open" bracket. You can program the gate operator for this application. (Dual gates require 2 brackets)
Gate Reinforcement: If you have thin walled tube or panel gates, you will need to reinforce them.
Mounting Plate: Depending on the type of gates, a horizontal cross member or mounting plate may be needed to mount the opener arm and gate bracket to the gate.
Properly installed gate: Your gate must be in good working order, firmly hung on an anchored fence post, and able to swing freely and evenly. This operator WILL NOT WORK on gates with wheels or gates that drag on the ground.
Gates weighing more than 250 pounds require ball bearing hinges. (not provided by Mighty Mule).
Gate post(s) must be at least 4 inches square or 4 inches in diameter.
Gate post greater than 8 inches thick will require longer bolts than the ones provided to mount post brackets to the gate post.
Access
Most gate operators offer remote control
transmitters and a receiver as part of gate opener packages. If remote transmitters are
not provided, you may purchase them separately, however, a radio
receiver is required to pick-up the signal from the transmitters.
The receiver can be purchased separately and is connected to the
accessory terminal on the control board of the gate operator. Other
access devices can also be used, such as a digital keypad, push
button, Telephone entry systems, card readers, exit sensors and so
on.
Exiting
How will your gate be opened from the
inside of your property when exiting? You may use your remote
transmitter to open the gate when exiting, but you may also use the
following devices:
Safety
If a vehicle, person, or object is in
the path of the gate, what kind of safety do you need when the
gate is closing or opening?
