Sliding gate operator limit sensor – Magnetic mechanism
A sliding gate operator limit sensor with the magnetic system is one type of limit sensor that uses magnets mounted on the gate and a corresponding magnetic sensor to detect the gate’s position and stop its movement at the desired open and closed limits.
When the magnet nears the sensor, it triggers a signal that cuts power to the motor, preventing the driveway gate opener from over-traveling. This mechanism ensures the gate stops precisely at the pre-set positions, enhancing both functionality and safety.
Usually, the Sliding gate operator limit sensor – Magnetic mechanism is used on the sliding gate opener and some types of swing gate operators.
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Function:Limit sensors, like limit switches, detect when the gate reaches its extreme open or closed positions.
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How it works:When the gate reaches the limit, the sensor sends a signal to the gate operator’s control board, which then stops the motor.
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Importance:Without limit sensors, the gate might continue to move, potentially hitting the end posts or other obstructions, causing damage.
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Types:Common types include magnetic limit switches and photoelectric sensors (photo eyes).
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Magnetic Limit Switches:These utilize magnets placed on the gate and a magnetic sensor on the operator. When the magnet aligns with the sensor, it triggers the limit switch.
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Photoelectric Sensors (Photo Eyes):These use infrared beams to detect obstructions. When the beam is broken (e.g., by the gate), the sensor signals the operator to stop.
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Installation:Proper installation and adjustment of limit sensors are crucial for reliable gate operation.
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Maintenance:Regular inspection and maintenance of limit sensors are recommended, as they can wear out or become misaligned over time.———————————–
More information about the sliding gates:
Sliding gate automation is usually included on the gate.
The single sliding gate is wider than the width of your driveway. It slides to one side of the drive opening on wheels that run along a track.
A single electric gate opener is mounted to one side of the drive entrance. The sliding gate motor is positioned so that a cog on the motor’s output shaft meshes with a toothed rack mounted along the inside of the gate. Therefore, as the electric sliding gate motor turns, the cog rotates in the rack and draws the gate along.
A sliding gate opens along a length of straight gate track more than twice the width of the driveway. This starts at the pillar or gate post on one side of the opening and crosses the drive past the opposite pillar. The sliding gate track is long enough for the gate to slide along to completely clear the drive entrance.
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