Viking Sliding Gate Opener Comparison

Swing Gate Openers v. Slide Gate Openers

Viking's Slide and Swing Gate Openers are high-quality operators, both apt at keeping your property secure. Viking's range of Gate Openers are designed for residential and commercial use. Swing Gate Openers are typically used for residential properties with light to medium weighted gates, but many models are rated for residential and commercial use. They are optimal for various uses such as homes, condominiums, parking garages, hotels, and industrial factories. Slide Gate Openers are usually for commercial properties and can support gates up to 7,000 lbs. but can help maximize the space within your property. Slide Gate Openers are ideal for applications like apartments, parking garages, hotels, and industrial buildings. No matter what your application needs are, from small gate openings to large, industrial ones, this diverse collection has a solution that will meet your needs and surpass your expectations.

Commercial v. Residential Gate Openers

Viking Access Gate Openers range from residential openers to commercial openers, with some models being appropriate for both settings. Residential Gate Openers are suitable for use in a home or one to four single-family dwellings or an associated garage or parking area. Commercial Gate Openers will be used in applications like parking garages, hotels, retail stores, factories, and other high-security restricted access locations. When deciding which model best fits your property and security needs, examining the Usage Class, maximum gate height and weight, and the opener's operating speed will help determine which Viking model is the best fit for your property. Typically Swing Gate Openers are used in residential settings, and Slide Gate Openers are used in commercial applications.

Table 1. Slide Gate Opener Models: Feature Comparison

Compare the four major Slide Gate Opener Models by Viking Access.

Viking Access Slide Gate Opener Comparison
H-10 Slide Gate Operator Residential & Commercial View H-10 Operator	L-3 Slide Gate Operator Residential & Commercial View L-3 Operator	K-2 Slide Gate Operator Residential View K-2 Operator	Q-7 Slide Gate Operator Commercial View Q-7 Operator
Gate Type Single	Gate Type Single	Gate Type Single	Gate Type Single
Control Board V-Flex	Control Board V-Flex	Control Board V-Flex	Control Board V-Flex
Max Gate Capacity 2200 lbs / 75 ft	Max Gate Capacity 1600 lbs / 60 ft	Max Gate Capacity 700 lbs / 30 ft	Max Gate Capacity 7000 lbs / 120 ft
Normal Operating Speed 12" Per Second	Normal Operating Speed 12" Per Second	Normal Operating Speed 12" Per Second	Normal Operating Speed 14" Per Second
Usage Class I, II, III, IV	Usage Class I, II, III, IV	Usage Class I	Usage Class II, III, IV
Battery Backup 100 Continuous Cycles	Battery Backup 100 Continuous Cycles	Battery Backup 100 Continuous Cycles	Battery Backup 100 Continuous Cycles
Solar Compatible No	Solar Compatible No	Solar Compatible Yes	Solar Compatible No
Warranty 5 Years	Warranty 5 Years	Warranty 5 Years	Warranty 5 Years

Table 2. Swing Gate Opener Models: Feature Comparison

Compare the three major Swing Gate Opener Models by Viking Access.

Viking Access Swing Gate Opener Comparison
T-21 Swing Gate Operator Residential & Commercial View T-21 Operator	F-1 Swing Gate Operator Residential & Commercial View F-1 Operator	R-6 Swing Gate Operator Residential View R-6 Operator
Gate Type Single	Gate Type Single	Gate Type Single
Control Board V-Flex	Control Board V-Flex	Control Board V-Flex
Max Gate Capacity 2000 lbs / 12 ft or 1200 lbs / 20 ft	Max Gate Capacity 1500 lbs / 12 ft or 1000 lbs / 16 ft	Max Gate Capacity 700 lbs / 14 ft
Normal Operating Speed 13-16 Seconds Per 90°	Normal Operating Speed 13-16 Seconds Per 90°	Normal Operating Speed 13-16 Seconds Per 90°
Usage Class I, II, III, IV	Usage Class I, II, III, IV	Usage Class I
Battery Backup 400 Continuous Cycles	Battery Backup 400 Continuous Cycles	Battery Backup 400 Continuous Cycles
Solar Compatible No	Solar Compatible No	Solar Compatible Yes
Warranty 5 Years	Warranty 5 Years	Warranty 3 Years

Swing Gate Openers & Solar Compatibility

Going green has never been easier with Viking Solar Swing Gate Openers. A solar-powered opener allows you to install your gate opener in applications where A/C power is not available or economical. They also come equipped with solar smart power-saving technology that minimizes current draw while in standby mode, making them both powerful and efficient. Swing Gate Openers that are solar compatible only need a single 12V solar panel system to be a fully solar-powered gate operator. The Solar Swing Gate Openers are also equipped with a backup battery that provides 400 continuous cycles at 100% capacity. Viking Solar Swing Gate Openers can be used in applications like homes, condominiums, apartments, high-traffic residential installations, parking garages, hotels, and industrial factories. Viking Access Gate Openers never make you sacrifice power and durability for your Solar-Powered Swing Gate Opener.

Table 2. Swing Gate Opener Models: Feature Comparison

Compare the four major Solar Compatible Swing Gate Opener Models by Viking Access.

Viking Access Swing Gate Opener Comparison
G-5 Swing Gate Operator Residential & Commercial View G-5 Operator	E-4 Swing Gate Operator Residential & Commercial View E-4 Operator	X-390 Swing Gate Operator Residential View X-390 Operator	I-770 Swing Gate Operator (In-Ground) Residential View I-770 Operator
Gate Type Single	Gate Type Single	Gate Type Single	Gate Type Single or Dual
Control Board V-Flex	Control Board E-4	Control Board V-Flex	Control Board V-Flex
Max Gate Capacity 2000 lbs / 12 ft or 1200 lbs / 20 ft	Max Gate Capacity 1500 lbs / 12 ft or 1000 lbs / 16 ft	Max Gate Capacity 700 lbs / 14 ft	Max Gate Capacity 650 lbs / 12 ft
Normal Operating Speed 15-18 Seconds Per 90°	Normal Operating Speed 12-16 Seconds Per 90°	Normal Operating Speed 10-13 Seconds Per 90°	Normal Operating Speed 13-15 Seconds Per 90°
Usage Class I, II, III, IV	Usage Class I, II, III, IV	Usage Class I	Usage Class I, II, III, IV
Battery Backup 400 Continuous Cycles	Battery Backup 400 Continuous Cycles	Battery Backup 400 Continuous Cycles	Battery Backup 400 Continuous Cycles
Solar Compatible Yes	Solar Compatible Yes	Solar Compatible Yes	Solar Compatible Yes
Warranty 3 Years	Warranty 3 Years	Warranty 3 Years	Warranty 3 Years

Viking Access Cloud-Based Accessories for Viking Gate Operators

The Viking Monitor makes controlling your gate easier than ever before. The Viking Monitor App allows you to open and close your gate from anywhere wirelessly! This cloud-based application provides operator history and instant notifications on gate operations and actions, keeping your property secure and apprised in real-time. All data can be saved with the cloud or a USB. The Viking Monitor App is accessible on both Apple and Android devices with a simple download from the App Store.

Summary

Viking Access Gate Openers are available in a wide range of Swing and Slide Openers, Residential and Commercial Openers, and Solar-Compatible Swing Openers. Swing Gate Openers and Slide Gate Openers are used in both residential and commercial settings. Deciding which type of opener best suits your needs is based on your gate's weight and length, dual or single gates, operating speed, and usage class. Slide Gate Openers are often chosen for a more commercial or industrial setting, while Swing Gates are used in homes, condominiums, or other high-traffic residential installations. And if you want to make your property more energy efficient, choose a Solar-Powered Swing Gate Opener. They allow you to install your gate opener in applications where A/C power is not available or economical and come with a solar smart power-saving technology that minimizes current draw while in standby mode. No matter the type of opener or accessory needed, Viking Access Gate Openers always deliver top-notch quality while keeping your perimeter secure.