An autogate comprises 3 main components: an autogate system, a gate, and the autogate controller.
YES, you can separate the installation of the gate and autogate system!
First, we take a look at how to choose a suitable gate.
Gate for landed houses come in various sizes, heights, and design, but the gate design by any developer is more or less the same.
A typical height of gates are 5ft, 5.5ft, and 6ft.
If you are not running tight on a renovation budget, getting a new gate enlightens the overall appearance of your house.
Each house has a specific gate size. Terrace houses usually have 20 - 28ft openings while semi-detached or bungalow houses have wider openings.
Depending on the opening size, the option for gates varies.
Comparing the gates in Malaysia and Malaysia
| Type Of Cooker Hood | Description | Suitable Gate Size |
|---|
Swing Gate  | - Swing gate has two gate panels that swing outward (usually) or inward when open.
- Used for smaller gate sizes.
- Affordable than other gates. | 9 - 12 feet (3 - 3.7m) |
Bi-folding Gate  | - Bi-fold swing gates are similar to swing gate, but each leaf is cut in half vertically and joined by special hinges.
- As they swing open, they fold in half in the middle,
- Space saving. Requiring about half of the space to open, compared to the equivalent standard swing gates.
- Glide on a track or trackless system. | 12 - 22 feet (3.7 - 6.7m) |
Sliding Gate  | - Slide horizontally along a track.
- Require additional space equivalent to the width of the gate.
- Come with wheels and track | All Size |
The gate comes with various materials:
Mild steel - Painted steel, easily rusted, but cheapest
Wrought iron - Cabornized, aluminum, or powder coated. Long Lasting
Stainless steel - Resistance to rust. Some might consider it old fashion. Most expensive.
Wood panel with metallic frame - Aesthetic, modern look.
Mild Steel
Wrought Iron
Stainless Steel
How to choose the right autogate system?
The type of gates decides what autogate system to choose.
A Swing arm autogate and mounted-pillar autogate are for swing and bi-folding gates.
A sliding autogate has a motor moves the sliding gate left or right.
An underground motor autogate is used for swing gates that has the same principle like a arm autogate.
Swing arm autogate
Mounted-pillar autogate
Sliding autogate
Underground autogate
There are a lot of autogate system brand on the market and are priced differently based on the features they offer.
It is recommended to choose a reputable and experienced autogate installer to ensure good workmanship and after-sales service.
Autogate Wiring
Wiring for autogate is not included in autogate installation. New homeowners who install autogate for the very first time, they need to include the autogate wiring works.
Wiring for autogate uses special armored cables that withstand extreme pressure, heat, water, and chemical corrosion.
Other electrical wiring is done normally.
If you are replacing an existing autogate, the autogate installer will inform you if they can leverage the existing wiring.
Autogate wiring diagram
Autogate Remote Control and Indoor Control
Most autogate comes with 2 to 4 remotes for the autogate depending on the offer. You can always request more duplicates at an additional cost.
After installation of the autogate system, there will be an indoor control switch that can used to open and close the autogate.
If you already have an existing control, the autogate contractor will check if it is compatible with the new system.
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