Thanks so much for the replies- extremely helpful! I should have given more 411... the gate we intend to use is a wide-slat, galvanized metal one which tends to catch the wind, it is not a round-bar type of cattle gate or chain link, which I think would catch the wind less. Anyone using a wide-slat gate with this opener and still no wind problems? Any problems with wind opening your gate, or degrading the actuator? Thanks so much for the replies- extremely helpful! I should have given more 411... the gate we intend to use is a wide-slat, galvanized metal one which tends to catch the wind, it is not a... » Read More Thanks so much for the replies- extremely helpful! I should have given more 411... the gate we intend to use is a wide-slat, galvanized metal one which tends to catch the wind, it is not a round-bar type of cattle gate or chain link, which I think would catch the wind less. Anyone using a wide-slat gate with this opener and still no wind problems? Any problems with wind opening your gate, or degrading the actuator? « Show Less
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Actuator has held up very well. No corrossion on piston. Bought one of these for my fater in law. He was having problems with wind opening the gate some. That actuator actually failed, the internal limit sensors were damaged. Warrantee replacement was no hassle. He has not had the wind issue with the new piston. For the price this is the best auto gate opener on the market. Just a quick tip on installation. You don't need as big of a sealed lead acid battery as the manual suggest. You can use one of the small ones for about $30. Good luck.
1514109
Best gate opener we've used. Only problems come from movement of posts in rain-softened soil. Needs totally rigid posts.
1514110
Will this work on a 10ft wide and 6ft tall typical Redwood fence gate? Not sure what the weight of the gate will be. Thanks
1514111
No problem with wind only friends pushing the gate to squeeze by. I put an electronic latch on and have had no more problems. As of this date I am still very satisfied with the setup.
1514112
My opener is installed in the pull to open configuration and other then the wiggle room, I have had no problems with wind. Because there is the possibility of a little wiggle, I installed a board to my post so my dog would not be tempted to squeeze out if the slight wiggle space was detected.
576422
we can have heavy winds where I live. I have had no problems with wind opening my gate. It works great after about 8 months. The only thing I need to do is make sure everything is tightened down (nuts and bolts) on a regular basis as it shares in the instructions.
1514113
no problem with wind opening the gate, but my actuator has come-off the spiral drive and no longer works, i think it may have happened after some of the nuts and bolts worked themselves loose and took the gate off the 90 degrees setting.
2147749
If you have a "city" application go for it. I am in the cocuntry and It does not serve the purpose. I have already changed the gears one time and will have to change again soon. I put down a metal strip for the gate to run up on when opening and the metal strip is contaminated by stuff in the field. This is not a heavy duty item.
2102076
The key is the tension. Too loose and the gate doesn't quite lock, too tight and it's hard to open/close. Remember that you have to lift it once you unlock it, and if the lifting action is where the problem is maybe a little WD40 can solve the issue.
754986
All it takes is the right length of chain. The real key is having good quality rollers. If your gate does not move easily with out an opener them your opener won't last as long. The rollers I'm using we're more expensive but well worth it
954455
My experience with the LockMaster: I only use this very occasionally, but I have had it awhile. I live in Arizona. My gate is light weight, 10' opening. When I first installed it, I remember they did have to send me a different receiver & remotes, because it would not operate at all. It has not worked a few times with the remote, but then it will work again. This unit is pretty light weight made. I also have a Mule on another gate, built heavier duty, but NOT able to be 110V. That is why I bought this one. I really don't think it is built for medium or heavy use to be honest, but for my use, the price, & 110V works for me. My experience with the LockMaster: I only use this very occasionally, but I have had it awhile. I live in Arizona. My gate is light weight, 10' opening. When I first installed it, I remember they did have to send me a different receiver & remotes, because it would not operate at all. It has not worked a few times with the remote, but then it will work again. This unit is pretty light weight made. I also have a Mule on another gate, built heavier duty, but NOT able to be 110V. That is why I bought this one. I really don't think it is built for medium or heavy use to be honest, but for my... » Read More My experience with the LockMaster: I only use this very occasionally, but I have had it awhile. I live in Arizona. My gate is light weight, 10' opening. When I first installed it, I remember they did have to send me a different receiver & remotes, because it would not operate at all. It has not worked a few times with the remote, but then it will work again. This unit is pretty light weight made. I also have a Mule on another gate, built heavier duty, but NOT able to be 110V. That is why I bought this one. I really don't think it is built for medium or heavy use to be honest, but for my use, the price, & 110V works for me. « Show Less
1407101
I had to cover an opening that size with this gate. I just added a single 2x4 as a spacer on the hinge side, and it works perfectly. My wife runs a daycare, and the gate has been up and solid as a rock for 9 years.
292073
I installed a 6-foot post for the latch side of a gate. It was not very sturdy. I bought two heavy L-brackets and attched the post to the house, near the top. It is really sturdy now, but otherwise it was not sturdy enough. The anchor seems heavy duty, but when you put in a six or eight foot post, the metal has too much give. Maybe something with bolts on all four sides would be better, don't know for sure.
991927
I got his AFTER the Barn Swallows had already built their nest. I haven't even put it up yet and replied on others "reviews" to determine if it works, or not. I will put it up once the winds settle down and a couple weeks before all the birds return in the Spring. That's when I'll know for sure. A friend of mine had one hanging near his barn and he said it worked fine.............For awhile. Then, the nesting birds seemed to get used to it and began to build their nests one more. His is mounted statically, in one place and does not move. I'm mounting mine with about 12" of heavy PARACHUTE cord so it sways in the wind and even light breezes. I think that will do the trick! Good luck! Ken j. I got his AFTER the Barn Swallows had already built their nest. I haven't even put it up yet and replied on others "reviews" to determine if it works, or not. I will put it up once the winds settle down and a couple weeks before all the birds return in the Spring. That's when I'll know for sure. A friend of mine had one hanging near his barn and he said it worked fine.............For awhile. Then, the nesting birds seemed to get used to it and began to build their nests one more. His is mounted statically, in one place and does not move. I'm mounting mine with about 12" of... » Read More I got his AFTER the Barn Swallows had already built their nest. I haven't even put it up yet and replied on others "reviews" to determine if it works, or not. I will put it up once the winds settle down and a couple weeks before all the birds return in the Spring. That's when I'll know for sure. A friend of mine had one hanging near his barn and he said it worked fine.............For awhile. Then, the nesting birds seemed to get used to it and began to build their nests one more. His is mounted statically, in one place and does not move. I'm mounting mine with about 12" of heavy PARACHUTE cord so it sways in the wind and even light breezes. I think that will do the trick! Good luck! Ken j. « Show Less
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I bought a cable with a dog clip on each end to go around my tree,then I threaded the free end of the boss through it and used the 2 clamps to secure.It has been up for awhile now and works a treat.It can be used to lengthen but in my case our dog was pulling the clamps and still able to reach the fence to dig.This way the join stops him.Also I didnt realize the weight limit for this runner .My boxer is much heavier and a puller (33kg) and it holds him just fine. I would suggest spraying all metal though as the clips rusted very quickly,but its only surface rust,I just give it a spray of WD40 every few weeks.You could use a bit of chain and thread through that as well. I bought a cable with a dog clip on each end to go around my tree,then I threaded the free end of the boss through it and used the 2 clamps to secure.It has been up for awhile now and works a treat.It can be used to lengthen but in my case our dog was pulling the clamps and still able to reach the fence to dig.This way the join stops him.Also I didnt realize the weight limit for this runner .My boxer is much heavier and a puller (33kg) and it holds him just fine. I would suggest spraying all metal though as the clips rusted very quickly,but its only surface rust,I just give it a spray of... » Read More I bought a cable with a dog clip on each end to go around my tree,then I threaded the free end of the boss through it and used the 2 clamps to secure.It has been up for awhile now and works a treat.It can be used to lengthen but in my case our dog was pulling the clamps and still able to reach the fence to dig.This way the join stops him.Also I didnt realize the weight limit for this runner .My boxer is much heavier and a puller (33kg) and it holds him just fine. I would suggest spraying all metal though as the clips rusted very quickly,but its only surface rust,I just give it a spray of WD40 every few weeks.You could use a bit of chain and thread through that as well. « Show Less
548211
Oh....welll... Reading the other responses I guess I stand corrected. I use my gate for a dog so there is no issue with them figuring out how to work it.
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It's exactly like any regular electric fence so it should work with wire, rope, tape or whatever you want to use...so long as it conducts electricity. This thing is really great and I'm very happy with it. Despite having a relatively small solar collector it sure seems to store enough electricity to easily do the job. In the end the most important thing is to make sure nothing is shorting-out. I've noticed if the wind is blowing and a fresh green leaf gets on the wire, it can conduct enough electricity so you keep hearing a "clack" as the voltage jumps...but this can happen with any system, just keep objects clear. It's exactly like any regular electric fence so it should work with wire, rope, tape or whatever you want to use...so long as it conducts electricity. This thing is really great and I'm very happy with it. Despite having a relatively small solar collector it sure seems to store enough electricity to easily do the job. In the end the most important thing is to make sure nothing is shorting-out. I've noticed if the wind is blowing and a fresh green leaf gets on the wire, it can conduct enough electricity so you keep hearing a "clack" as the voltage jumps...but this can happen with... » Read More It's exactly like any regular electric fence so it should work with wire, rope, tape or whatever you want to use...so long as it conducts electricity. This thing is really great and I'm very happy with it. Despite having a relatively small solar collector it sure seems to store enough electricity to easily do the job. In the end the most important thing is to make sure nothing is shorting-out. I've noticed if the wind is blowing and a fresh green leaf gets on the wire, it can conduct enough electricity so you keep hearing a "clack" as the voltage jumps...but this can happen with any system, just keep objects clear. « Show Less
1193910
Kacie, just off the top of my head, I really don't know or know if they have come out with wider gates. My opening is 34 3/4" with one extension. If you put a extension on both sides, maybe or if you added 2x4's on each side to pick up some slack you might be able to get the gate to work, but then you reach a point where the gate becomes a little weak, the whole gate. The better you can use the gate with out to much add ons (extensions) the more sturdy and stronger the gate. It is a great gate, maybe the mfg has made wider gates, would hurt to ask, like I say it is a great doggie gate and would work great for a child gate. bryan
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The gate does NOT swing all the way open and lay flat. Plus there's a bar that goes across the bottom of the entire gate so when the door's open you have to step over the bar to go through the gate. You can always remove the entire gate from the wall mountings if you want the space open for a period of time.
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I'd be a little concerned about that. My concern would probably be the plastic mounts... either the mounts themselves not holding up or just the job you do securing them to the wall. The gate itself will take the force of a 70 lb dog in my opinion.
2054957
My suggestion is to first estimate the weight of your wooden gate. I think the actuator would work fine as long as you support the gate on a strong post with high quality hardware. I also suggest searching the internet to see what people are writing in regards to the gate post size. I just read that some suggest at least 6"x6" posts for wide gates concreted into a 3ft deep hole. Some people also write to make sure that the wooden gate is constructed in an "X" configuration with the bracing as it will help alleviate the possibility of sagging. Hope this helps.
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I have a 20' long x 6' high (1 1/2 x 1 1/2 steel tubing ) gate on rollers. There was plenty of extra chain The unit works fine, but the automatic open close sensor stopped working. Aleko sent me a free replacement but that failed too. I've had the unit for 4 mths. Overall it's great value for the money ( if it lasts ) Hope this info helps
1999222
Howdy! I put these in my home on the interior doors to prevent the wind from blowing them closed. They are eight foot solid wood doors so are heavy and a lot of area for the breeze to catch. They work great and I love them for this application. When you say a "commercial" door I visualize an outside door with a door closer and you are wanting an easy way to hold it open when needed. I personnally do not think the magnet is strong enough for either outside winds or the strength of a door closer.