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=== Conclusions ===
 
=== Conclusions ===
* 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.
* 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.
* 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.
* Mount the motor end of the actuator arms a little higher than the end that connects to the gateThis 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 pointI still think a motion activated light would be a good idea.
  
= Ghost Controls =
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== Solar Charge Controller ==
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]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Fo2ZE9qo60 Ghost Controls Automatic Gate Opener]
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* [https://ghostcontrols.com/pages/installation-video Ghost Controls Installation Video]
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* [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0255/2332/2989/files/TDS2_Manual.pdf?v=1662744899 Ghost Controls Manual]
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOeqxfW6SOA Installing the Best Off Grid Solar Powered Automatic Gate Opener from Ghost Controls]
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= Other Openers =
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giLVFsPFeUo How To Install Topens Single/Double DIY Gate Opener with Solar]
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= Other sources =
 
= Other sources =

Revision as of 16:57, 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