Gate safety photocells
Infrared sensor that stops the gate if something crosses
Photocells for automatic gates that stop or reverse closing if a car, person or pet crosses. We install them in the DR; message us on WhatsApp.
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Ideal for
- Homes with kids or pets
- Gated communities with foot traffic
- Parking lots
- Gates with automatic closing
Description
Photocells are a pair of sensors mounted on either side of the entrance, facing each other, that create an invisible infrared beam. If the gate is closing and something breaks the beam, the motor stops or opens back up. It's the simplest way to avoid hitting a car that is still pulling in, a child on a bike or the family dog.
Many gate openers were installed without photocells, and they can be added later to almost any gate opener, barrier or garage door opener that has a sensor input. We mount them at the right height, aligned and shaded from direct sun where possible, because the late-afternoon sun shining straight at some sensors can confuse them.
We recommend checking them from time to time: dust, cobwebs or a bump that knocks them out of alignment can keep the gate from closing, or let it close without detecting anything. Photocells help a lot, but they don't replace the habit of not crossing while the gate is moving.
Features
- Infrared beam transmitter and receiver pair
- Stops or reverses closing depending on the opener settings
- Wall, column or post mounting
- Can be added to existing openers that have a sensor input
- Two pairs available for wide or high-traffic gates
The service includes
- Installation and wiring
- Alignment and testing with the opener
Frequently asked questions
Does my gate opener accept photocells?
Most openers have an input for safety sensors. Send us a photo of the control board and we'll confirm.
My gate has photocells and won't close. What's wrong?
Often they're dirty, misaligned or facing direct sun. We can schedule a service visit to check them.
Photo credits
- 1: Honmingjun, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Reference photos of the product type; the model we install may vary with your project.
