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Security Hyperstore

Security Hyperstore

Date: 2014-04-18
Choosing the Right Gate Motor Let's say, hypothetically, that you have finally grown tired of your old jalopy and you're in the market for a new, more reliable, mode of transportation. Naturally, there are a number of factors you would consider and things you would weigh up before finally settling on a car. 

Is safety an important consideration for you? Are you in the market for a family sedan or a sports hatch? Are you looking for something with superior fuel economy? Don't worry, with some handy tips from your favourite access automation company you'll be wielding that remote like a magical sceptre in no time. DC motors - DC, or direct current, is a method of power delivery relying on some sort of "power store" such as a battery. 

You'll find that the vast majority of CENTURION gate motors are DC-operated. And there's a good reason for that. Power delivery, especially in South Africa, is unfortunately quite unreliable and we've all borne the brunt of load shedding before. 

Weight of the Gate - Unless you're an ant or former Governor of California (and sometimes actor) Arnold Schwarzenegger, you probably can't carry much more than your body weight. But through the miracle of engineering gate motors are able to relatively effortlessly lug around several hundred times its own weight. 

But that doesn't mean it should be unrealistically loaded. Pull Force - This is more an extension of the previous point than a whole new heading. Pull force plays a monumental role in what gate motor you install, and has a direct impact on both the reliability and the service life of the operator. 

Swing or Slide - This one might seem fairly obvious if you already have a gate fitted, but if you're looking to install a gate where there isn't currently one this might warrant some thought. 

If you follow these few simple selection guidelines you're assured of a gate motor that'll faithfully serve you for years to come. 

And if you do get stuck, remember to contact the Security Hyperstore customer care on 0844786444 or our technical support centre is open Mon to Fri from 7am until 6pm and can be reached on 0861 003 123.