Why don’t I need more power
for the SG-400F gate?
The SG-400F gate uses DC technology, therefore drastically
reducing the need for high power, even during the initial start of
movement of the gate arm. AC barrier gates typically draw a
huge amount of power while the gate arm is accelerating. The
SG-400F gate doesn't. On top of that, using microprocessor
intelligence, the SG-400F gradually increases speed of acceleration
(and deceleration), which also reduces the power needed to
operate.
How many loops can I control from the SG-400F
gate?
The SG-400F gate typically comes equipped with a single- or
dual-channel loop detector, depending on what you have
ordered. However, the internal component layout allows for
more detectors to be mounted. We easily accommodate up to 4
loops, by using 2 dual channel loop detectors. Please make
sure you specify how many loops you would like to control from the
SG-400F gate when you place an order.
Do you provide loops to connect to the loop
detectors?
Yes, we provide basic loop products that can
be connected to our gate operators. However, we don't
carry all specialty products. Contact us for your application,
and we will either provide you with the right product, or we will recommend
you to buy them from 'National Loop Company', through their distribution channel.
Many of our gates have been installed with
the use of loop coils from this company. For detailed information on
their products, go to their website at www.nationalloopcompany.com.
What types of gate arms are supported?
Due to the high-speed of operation, we support only one type of
arm: a 10' round aluminum arm, with part number HRB-3. We
don't support the use of any other arms: the internal controller is
optimized to work with that specific arm, having that specific
weight. The use of any other arm, or attaching objects to the
arm will invalidate your warranty, and will seriously impact the
longevity of the SG-400F.
Can the SG-400F gate be fitted on existing bolts
that are from a previous gate?
Yes it probably can. Of course we don't have a list of ALL
older gates, but we supply a fixing mechanism that assumes that
there are 4 protruding bolts. Our fixing brackets will
accommodate to the location of the protruding bolts. In
the extreme worst case, you might have to drill a
few extra holes in the fixing brackets that we provide.
You will never have to drill extra holes in the actual SG-400F
cabinet.
What are the power requirements for the SG-400F
gate?
The SG-400F operates with 2A @ 110VAC.
Can the SG-400F gate be installed with a “free
open” from a loop detector?
Yes it can. Please make sure you order the extra loop
detector (or order a dual channel detector instead of a single
channel one). Once you have that, you can wire the extra loop
to the gate open signal, so that the gate opens automatically when a
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