Frequently asked questions on the E8 Automatic Gate Openers

Single gate a maximum gate length of 4.2mtrs

The double gate openers are supplied in 2 sizes: the 400kit allows a maximum gate length of 2.5mtrs each gate (total opening of 5mtrs) and the 500kit allows a maximum gate length of 4mtrs each gate (total opening of 8mtrs)

Single gate can be mounted either top, middle or bottom of gate frame.

Double gates are best mounted to the bottom of your gate frame providing the area is not prone to flooding. Mounting the arms to this section will prevent any bending or twisting of the gates when they are pushing up against the ground stop.

Yes - you will be supplied with approximately 7mtrs of cable in the kit to run across the driveway for the second actuator arm

YES - if your gate is swinging from a square post then the standard brackets will be suitable for the installation.  If swinging from a round post then you do have optional round post brackets that you can purchase.  If swinging from a pillar then your gate cannot be hinged any further than 150mm in from the back face of the pillar.

Yes, you have the choice of 30, 60 or 120 seconds

Our 45watt panel requires 6 hours of full sun to have the 12v 14ah battery fully charged

Yes - Our gate opener will either push or pull open a gate with the actuator mounted on the inside of the property. If your gate is pushing out to the road to open, you will require the push to open bracket.

Unlimited on the standard remotes in the kit

With our standard remotes you could get approximately 50mtrs taking into account line of sight to the gate and area interference. For a longer distance our long range option MAY get you up to 400mtrs (all dependent on area interference and line of sight)

There are a variety of accessories available for you to setup at your front gate that your visitors can use such as push buttons and  keypads.

Yes, you would have to wire the push button back to the main control box.

Yes, your gate must close onto either a stop or post. This will allow the actuator to apply pressure to the gate for a solid hold in that position.

The electric system will close and open together, however the solar system will open the gates together but when closing, one gate will close first and the second gate will follow. This saves charge on the battery.