Finding the best automatic gate closers suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.
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1. Automatic self Closing gate Closer. Adjustable Closing Tension, Works Great for Pool and Dog Gates or Any Chainlink gate.
Feature
Durable powder coated finish2 year warranty
Adjustable closing tension
Ideal for chain link gates
Reversible - Fits right or left swing gates
Description
Taking Gate Security to the Next Level with our Revolutionary Gate Closer Spring. The Gate Shut spring gate closer allows you to close your gate automatically, without complicated internal mechanisms, faulty hydraulic systems, electricity, or human intervention of any kind. As you will see, all you need is a gate and the desire to keep your gates closed. It is just that simple.2. TB175Black Gate Closer
Feature
Durable Gate Closerflush mount gate closer
Up to 125 pount gates
Description
TB175 Garden Gate Closer, desinged for flush mount gates weighing up to 125 pounds, adjustable closing speed in black3. USAutomatic 020320 Sentry 300 Commercial Grade Automatic Gate Opener
Feature
Qualifies for 30% tax credit if solar chargedOperates gates up to 20 feet in length
3 Year Limited Warranty
2 remote transmitters included
Description
The Sentry 300 automatic gate opener is the first high quality, commercial grade, Do-it-Yourself gate opener. The Sentry 300 is made in the USA and powered by a 12 vdc battery with two charging options. The battery can be charged by the included AC transformer or USAutomatic's recommended solar panel kit. The solar panel option allows for remote installations and qualifies for a 30% federal tax credit. The Sentry 300's energy efficient design makes it the first, truly solar charged gate opener that can provide weeks of operation with no sun. The Sentry Plug-N-Go wiring harness eliminates the need for wiring and makes installation fast and simple, typically under 1 hour. Universal mounting brackets that allow for push-to-open or pull-to-open installation easily bolt onto most existing gates. The linear actuator provides 400 lbs of thrust and has a compression rating of 1000 lbs. Open or close time is usually 16 seconds and will not vary dramatically with gate weight. The Sentry 300 S is designed for installation on farm gates up to 20 feet in length, ornamental iron gates up to 12 feet in length and chain link gates up to 14 feet in length. A full line of solar friendly accessories are available to allow you to customize your automated gate system to your needs. The Sentry 300 S is covered by a 3 year limited warranty that repairs or replaces defective products. System includes all mounting hardware, two dual button transmitters, battery charger, AC transformer for battery charging, installation DVD, full color installation/owners manual, control box with pre-installed components, and linear actuator. Recommended battery is a Sealed lead acid, group U1 battery not included in kit.4. Adjustable Door Closer Fire Rated Spring Loaded Auto Closing Surface Mounted
Feature
Non-Handed Door CloserSpring Door Closer
Spring Closer
Safety Spring Door Closer
Gate & Screen Door Closer
Description
Item Descriptions:
-100% Brand New And Heavy Duty
-Fully adjustable (suitable for left and right handed doors) Closer has spring loaded adjustable tension
-An automatic surface mounted door closer with 30 minutes fire rating
-Helps reduce heat loss from rooms and draughts
-Installation steps:
1.please install the door closer at exact position
2.Adjust the pressure to your need by tommy bar
Package:
Door Closer x1
Item Specifications:
Color:Black
Length:117mm
Overall length:150mm
Width:32mm
Material strong zinc:strong zinc
Country/Region of Manufacture:Hong Kong
Type:Sprung loaded door closer
Brand:Unbranded/Generic
MPN:Does not apply
5. Spring Hinge Door Closer, Fits on Most Door Butt Hinge Pins, 4 Pack
Feature
Spring closer turns lightweight interior doors into self-closing doorsLong-lasting construction includes Vinyl Sleeves on Wing prevents door from being scratched
Safely and easily installed without completely removing the hinge removal
Nice chrome finish, Keeps door closed, Ideal for closet doors, Kitchen cabinet Doors, Bedroom closet doors, bathroom closet doors, Pantry doors etc,
Installation: close door, pull hinge pin up enough to put spring on pin with tension
Description
Spring closer turns lightweight interior doors into self-closing doorsLong-lasting construction includes Vinyl Sleeves on Wing prevents door from being scratched
Safely and easily installed without completely removing the hinge removal
Nice chrome finish, Keeps door closed, Ideal for closet doors, Kitchen cabinet Doors, Bedroom closet doors, bathroom closet doors, Pantry doors etc,
Installation: close door, pull hinge pin up enough to put spring on pin with tension
6. 50 Ft. Driveway Vehicle Sensor (FM138) for Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Opener
Feature
The 50 ft. Driveway Vehicle Sensor (FM138) allows a vehicle to drive past the sensor's 12 ft. magnetic field and will open your gate automatically, allowing guests the ability to exit without a Remote (FM135).Works with single and dual gates.
Easy DIY (Do It Yourself) installation.
Can be installed 3-50 ft. away from the gate.
Also available are longer lengths including 100 ft. Vehicle Sensor (FM140) and 150 ft. Driveway Vehicle Sensor (FM141).
Mighty Mule Wireless Driveway Vehicle Sensor (FM130) also available for wireless installation.
Backed by a 12 month Mighty Mule Warranty and Technical Support.
Description
Simply drive past the vehicle sensor and your gate will open automatically; allowing friends, family and delivery personnel to exit the property without the need of their own transmitter or your supervision. The vehicle sensor is designed to be buried alongside the driveway and wires to your gate opener control on board with 50' (15.2 m) of direct burial cable (included). People and animals will not activate the electromagnetic sensor; its detection radius is up to 12' (3.7 m).7. Ranbo stainless steel heavy duty spring loaded door butt hinge ,automatic closing/soft closer/adjustable tension/support buffer gate 5 X 3 inch brushed chrome( Pack of 2) thickness 2.9 mm (Silver)
Feature
Color: Silver Tone; Finish: Brushed, PolishedModel: HCJL-5Silver; Package Content: 2 x Spring Door Hinge; Weight: 792g
door opened to 90,stuck positioning bead,orientable positioning,automatic shutdown with buffer function
Mounting Hole Size: 6.5mm/0.26"; Unfolded Size: 125 x 78 x 3mm/5" x 3" x 0.12" (L*W*T)
Folded Size: 136 x 50 x 18mm/5.4" x 2" x 0.7" (Max.L*W*D); Weight Capacity: 60Kg/132Lb
Description
Available Color: Silver Tone, Gold Tone, Bronze Tone, Copper Tone.black toneThree functions of self-closing, a door stopper and a ordinary door hinge are ALL IN ONE!
Polished brushed stainless steel spring door hinge, high quality, long time for use.
Spring door hinges have a self closing feature that is nice for doors you do not want left open.
It has adjustable spring tension and closing speed, easy to open, with wide application range.
The special design on the hinge can position the door in 90 degree.
Alternative to overhead mounted door closers, this hinge can be used on any door where ordinary hinge can be installed.
Buffered hydraulic stealth hinge, hydraulic positioning function, adjustable intensity.
Spring hinges are fully assembled, instructions, the required number of matching screws and installation hardware are included.
Suggestions:
Door Height 900 - 1950mm or Door Weighs below 40kg, suggest to use 2 hinges;
Door Height 1950 - 2300mm or Door Weighs 40kg - 60kg, suggest to use 3 hinges;
Door Height 2300 - 2800mm or Door Weighs 60kg - 80kg, suggest to use 4 hinges.
Features:
Automatic closing door.
Close the door buffer.
Automatic closed-door, adjustable speed.
90-degree positioning with a rebound function.
Weight capacity is 132Lb.
Easy to install.
8. UHPPOTE Professional Hydraulic Fireproof Automatic Door Closer Gate Closer for 80-120KG Weight Door Max. Width 1030-1250mm
Feature
High quality die cast aluminum alloy body, three layers of bright paint protection, prevent oxidation.Two independent hydraulic valves control two doors, the speed of locking for the whole hydraulic control.
High carbon steel gear shaft, rack, the high frequency quenching and tempering treatment, the deformation is small, the movement is flexible.
Maximum gate width 1030-1250mm, suitable for door weight 80kg-120kg.
Spray arm, prevent corrosion, precision oil seal to prevent loopholes.
Description
Features:High quality die cast aluminum alloy body, three layers of bright paint protection, prevent oxidation.
Two independent hydraulic valves control two doors, the speed of locking for the whole hydraulic control.
High carbon steel gear shaft, rack, the high frequency quenching and tempering treatment, the deformation is small, the movement is flexible.
Maximum gate width 1030-1250mm, suitable for door weight 80kg-120kg.
Adjustable speed closed segment 15 degrees to 180 degrees.
Adjustable strength locking segment 0 to 15 degrees.
Spray arm, prevent corrosion, precision oil seal to prevent loopholes.
Suitable for residential & commercial use.
Specifications:
Model: M-3705
Material: Aluminum alloy
Shape: Square
Hole Distance: 207x19mm/8.1"x0.75"
Suitable for door weight: 80kg-120kg/176lb-264kg
Maximum gate width: 1030-1250mm/40.55in-49.21in
Size: See Picture
Weight: 1.7kg
Without positioning (no hold open)
Package Includes:
1 x Door Closer
9. Lockey TB-250 Adjustable Hydraulic Gate Closer
Feature
Quick and easy installation for both in-line and offset hinge arrangements.Adjustable hydraulic (Nitrogen Gas) controlled closing speed.
Suitable for use with Lockey"s keyless security locks.
Made of steel with a bright Zinc plate finish.Ideal For
Both new and existing gate systems.
Description
This Gate Closers are economic and reliable automatic gate closer for use on commercial or residential gates. Unlike normal closing springs the TB Series does not slam gates shut rather it firmly pushes the gate closed making it ideal for use with Lockey security locks and other latching devices.Features. Quick and easy installation for both in-line and offset hinge arrangements.. Adjustable hydraulic Nitrogen Gas controlled closing speed.. Suitable for use with Lockeys keyless security locks.. Made of steel with a bright Zinc plate finish.Ideal For. Both new and existing gate systems.. Residential and commercial gates.. Pool gates.. Any application where gate must close automatically for safety and security.. The TB250450650 are not compatible with gates less than 30 inches wide.Specifications. Max Gate Weight - 125 lbs.. Max Gate Width - 52 in.. Max Opening Angle 110 degrees.10. UHPPOTE Hydraulic Automatic Control Fireproof Door Closer Gate Closer for 60-85KG Weight Door Max.Width 930-1100mm
Feature
High quality die cast aluminum alloy body, three layers of bright paint protection, prevent oxidation.Two independent hydraulic valves control two doors, the speed of locking for the whole hydraulic control.
High carbon steel gear shaft, rack, the high frequency quenching and tempering treatment, the deformation is small, the movement is flexible.
Maximum gate width 930-1100mm, suitable for door weight 60kg-85kg. No. 4 Force.
Suitable for fire doors, apartment, hotel, wooden door, office, steel door, security door etc.
Description
Features:High quality die cast aluminum alloy body, three layers of bright paint protection, prevent oxidation.
Two independent hydraulic valves control two doors, the speed of locking for the whole hydraulic control.
High carbon steel gear shaft, rack, the high frequency quenching and tempering treatment, the deformation is small, the movement is flexible.
Maximum gate width 930-1100mm, suitable for door weight 60kg-85kg. No. 4 Force.
Suitable for fire doors, apartment, hotel, wooden door, office, steel door, security door etc.
Adjustable speed closed segment 15 degrees to 180 degrees.
Adjustable strength locking segment 0 to 15 degrees.
Spray arm, prevent corrosion, precision oil seal to prevent loopholes.
Specifications:
Model: M-3704
Material: Aluminum alloy
Shape: Square
Hole Distance: 207x19mm/8.1"x0.75"
Suitable for door weight: 60kg-85kg/132lb-187kg
Closing Speed: 15 degrees to 180 degrees Adjustable
Locking Speed: 0 to 15 degrees Adjustable
Maximum gate width: 930-1100mm/36.61in-43.31in
Size: See Picture
Weight: 1.7kg
Without positioning (no hold open)
Package Includes:
1 x Door Closer