Weight Limit of Viking Slide Gate Operators
Viking access systems are designed to provide superior access control in residential and commercial settings. Slide gates are a popular choice of automatic gates because the operator itself is a relatively small opener unit, and slide gates allow you to maximize your property space by remaining parallel to the fencing. Viking slide gate openers are an exceptional choice of slide gate openers, as these are known to be able to handle heavy-duty gates. No matter the application, Viking slide gate openers can easily open and close the gate on your command.
Viking Slide Gate Opener Weight Limit
A key feature of Viking slide gate openers is its DC motor, which allows the gates to easily move gates weighing anywhere from 700 to 2,200 pounds, depending on the model. Below is a list of popular Viking slide gate opener models and their maximum weight capacity.
Viking K2 Slide Gate Opener
Viking K-2 slide gate openers have a maximum weight capacity of 700 pounds. This weight limit accommodates gates of roughly 30 feet. The weight and length of the gate can, of course, fluctuate but ought not to exceed 700 lbs or 30 ft.
Viking L3 Slide Gate Opener
Viking L-3 slide gate openers have a maximum weight capacity of 1,600 pounds. This weight limit is roughly equivalent to a gate that is 60 feet long, but just as with the K2 model, the weight and length can vary but should not exceed 1600 lbs or 60 ft.
Viking H10 Slide Gate Opener
Viking H-10 slide gate openers are designed for heavy-duty and industrial gate slide gate applications. The H-10 model has a maximum weight capacity of 2,200 pounds, which allows it to handle gates up to 75 feet in length as well. As with the K-2 and L-3 models, the weight and length limitations can vary but should remain at or below 2200 lbs and 75 ft.
If you have any further questions regarding Viking slide gates and their particular features, be sure to explore our collection of slide gate operators or reach out to our sales representatives. They are happy to help in any way they can!
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