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=== Conclusions ===
 
=== Conclusions ===
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* We need to install "stoppers" to prevent the gates from opening too wide.  Setting the back of the drive mechanism on outer edge of the back of the 6x6 posts might help prevent this by changing the geometry of the arm/gate/posts.
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* We installed a Mighty Mule dual gate opener.
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* There should be two batteries in parallel to prevent issues with not enough voltage/amperage for the system.
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* There are two batteries in parallel to prevent issues with not enough voltage/amperage for the system.
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* Any lights on the posts should be on their own batteries/chargers to prevent issues.
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* There is too much shadow in the location where the gate is.  We either need more solar or more Sun.
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* Mount the motor end of the actuator arms a little higher than the end that connects to the gate.  This will allow water from rain or snow to flow away from the motor and keep from getting the interior of the unit wet.
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* No lights at this point.  I still think a motion activated light would be a good idea.
  
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= Ghost Controls =
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== Solar Charge Controller ==
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https://ghostcontrols.com
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* [https://www.amazon.com/SunGuard-Charge-Controller-Regulator-Morningstar/dp/B00IYO7WR8 SunGuard Solar Charge Controller]
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* [https://www.amazon.com/Controller-Intelligent-Regulator-Paremeter-Adjustable/dp/B08NFSCZ4V 30A Solar Charge Controller]
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fmfnxkh1IFo How to setup a basic Solar Charge Controller - Quick Guide & Menu overview] - YouTube
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDl4cN1JREo Tutorial: Programming Charge Controller on WSS 601 Solar Suitcase] - YouTube
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDg9R6jHpuM How To Setup a Basic Solar Charge Controller - Quick Guide & Menu Overview] - YouTube
  
 
= Other sources =
 
= Other sources =
 
* [https://www.homedepot.com/b/Lumber-Composites-Fencing-Gates-Gate-Openers-Automatic-Gate-Openers/N-5yc1vZbugu/Ntk-elasticplus/Ntt-gate+opener?Ntx=mode+matchpartialmax&NCNI-5&visNavSearch=gate%20opener HomeDepot.com]
 
* [https://www.homedepot.com/b/Lumber-Composites-Fencing-Gates-Gate-Openers-Automatic-Gate-Openers/N-5yc1vZbugu/Ntk-elasticplus/Ntt-gate+opener?Ntx=mode+matchpartialmax&NCNI-5&visNavSearch=gate%20opener HomeDepot.com]
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u14p6XRsIyw Why we would NEVER install a Ghost Controls gate operator.]
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* [https://www.wireandcableyourway.com/12-2-uf-b-wire-w-ground Wire and Cable Your Way] - $0.79 per foot for 12/2 UF-B underground rated wire.
  
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= UL325 =
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* [https://gateopenersafety.com/store/resources-information/safety-standards/ul-325-safety-standards.html What is it?]
  
 
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Latest revision as of 17:03, 21 November 2023

Mighty Mule

http://www.mightymule.com

Available at Tractor Supply

Reviews

Conclusions

  • We installed a Mighty Mule dual gate opener.
  • There are two batteries in parallel to prevent issues with not enough voltage/amperage for the system.
  • There is too much shadow in the location where the gate is. We either need more solar or more Sun.
  • No lights at this point. I still think a motion activated light would be a good idea.

Solar Charge Controller

Other sources

UL325

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