Solar powered gate operators
The solar gate drive works on a 24 V basis. The batteries and the solar panels are mounted on a housing support. The gate is opened and closed by pressing the button. This also works at night or in the dark, as the batteries have stored power for several opening processes. We can also retrofit the gate opener to suitable existing gate systems if, for example, it is too complex to lay the line with mains voltage to the gate. With our trench cutter, however, we can also quickly and easily mill a line for you. For all other cases, the solar version of our gate operator is the right choice.
A solar gate opener can therefore be used sensibly if bridle paths or the rear entrance to the courtyard are to be opened. The system is already being used in nature reserves or for access to pastures. With its special running properties, the drive is able to open gates even in the vicinity of horses.
We also use this technology in our solutions for open barns.
This automatic solution is also very suitable for wheelchair users and people with other physical disabilities who find it difficult to keep heavy, self-closing gates open during passage. Photocells register movements in the gate opening so that the gate does not close until you are all the way through. The automation also ensures that the gate is closed a specified number of seconds after opening, so that it does not stand open and animals run out of the fence. The power of solar gate opener is relatively small, and there is usually no security risk. If you have high-power appliances in your home, you need to install an inline fuse to keep your power system safe.
Renogy solar gate opener
Renogy garage door operators can not only be supplied with energy in the conventional way. For some time now, solar modules have also been available to supply energy for your Renogy garage door operator. The Renogy solar gate opener are particularly environmentally friendly and cost-effective. Solar modules from the quality manufacturer are offered, for example, for the ProMatic battery garage door operator. As with Renogy hand transmitters, the solar modules are also matched to the Renogy solar gate opener and can only be used in conjunction with them. They represent a good, high-performance alternative to the mains-operated Renogy garage door operator. In addition, the Renogy solar gate opener also ensure reliable operation in the event of a power failure.
The latest generation
Since March 2013, the latest generation of ProMatic solar modules has been manufactured under the umbrella of the manufacturer for Renogy solar gate opener. The newest module primarily ensures that the battery in the garage door operator is permanently charged. With the new solar modules for the Renogy solar gate opener, the effort for the user is reduced considerably. The state of charge of the drives no longer has to be constantly checked. A possible exchange is also superfluous here. Renogy has provided the module with a MPPT solar charge controller. This charge controller primarily ensures that there is no overcharging and thus damage to the battery.
Reduce costs
Renogy solar gate opener make it possible to reduce costs in a targeted manner. On the one hand, this is possible through the use of solar energy, on the other hand, the latest generation is designed in such a way that it counteracts possible damage. In addition, the solar modules that are offered for the Renogy solar gate opener are very compact. The module is just 580 mm wide. Nevertheless, it is large enough to absorb enough solar energy, convert it and pass it on to the Renogy solar gate opener. The height is 330 mm. If we can’t buy batteries that can be used directly, sometimes we need batteries in series vs parallel.
Solar garage door operator: saves costs and effort
How about a solar garage door operator? Are you tired of constantly having to open and close your garage door by hand, but can’t retrofit an electric sliding gate operator because you don’t have a power connection in the garage?
There is now a solution to this problem: since there are many garages in US that do not have a power connection, special garage door drives with solar energy have been developed for testing.
This means you can always buy a solar garage motor whether you have a power source or not.
The advantages of a sun-powered test-winning operator are its independence from the power grid, so that the gate can also be operated in the event of a power failure and the environmentally friendly type of electricity, after all you have your personal small solar system on the garage roof, which is about the size of a DIN A4 sheet of paper. You will also save money in the long term with an offer, since you will not have electricity costs for the garage door. Here you can find out what you should consider when buying a solar drive system and how such a system actually works. Batteries often only provide DC power and cannot be directly connected to our electrical appliances. You may need to use a sinusoidal wave inverter.
Garage drive with solar – What you have to pay attention to when buying
When buying, be sure to pay attention to the accessories supplied with the drive and the price. With some solar garage door drive models, the solar panel must be purchased separately.
That’s why you should keep your eyes open when comparing prices, since the “packages” supplied may not have comparable content. Basically, a complete solar-powered garage door drive system consists of a solar panel, 12 volt batteries, a motor drive and a radio hand-held transmitter.
The hand-held transmitter is a remote control that you can use to conveniently open or close the roller door from your car or home. A hand-held transmitter is very safe because it is only set to a specific frequency. This means no other transmitter can open your garage. If you lose it, you can always easily get replacement parts.
How does a solar garage door opener work?
The solar module charges the supplied battery. This procedure has the advantage that the drive can be used at night and all year round, i.e. also in the winter months. The solar panel harnesses the sun’s rays, converting the solar energy into electricity, providing a power source that can be ‘tapped’ as needed. It is attached with a bracket on the roof of the garage and is oriented to the south. In comparison, the prices for off grid solar kit are constantly falling.
If your garage has a flat roof, a concrete or stone slab is also recommended for attachment to guarantee stability. Some drive systems with solar energy even offer parallel lighting of the garage, which is also operated by the energy generated during opening and closing.
Do you install it yourself or hire a specialist?
You can decide for yourself how you want to DIY solar power system. If you are handy, you can do the assembly yourself cheaply. The do-it-yourself version is particularly useful for a swing gate operator. As you don’t have to use a conventional power source. But if you don’t have the time or don’t dare to do the installation, just call a professional. No matter what you choose, the system should be installed after a day or two. Since the effort is very low.
Incidentally, the drive is not only of interest for cheap. Electricity-free garages: Even if you have a power connection in your garage. You can opt for the solar version. You are then not dependent on the local power grid and can also save money. Get cheap advice from a specialist dealer or shop. Or look online to see if a solar gate opener is an alternative for you.
