Residential Operators

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Residential gate openers for driveway swing and slide gates. Protec Controls carries LiftMaster LA400 and LA500 arm kits, RSW12UL and RSL12UL operators, DoorKing 6100, 6300 and 6500 swing operators, and Linear SWR, SWD, SLR and SLD models. Homeowners and gate installers can find single gate kits, primary and secondary units, and DC models with battery backup.

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DoorKing 6100-380 primary swing gate operator

DKS - Doorking 6100 Primary Swing Gate Operator

Doorking

DKS - Doorking 6100 Secondary Unit

Doorking

DKS - Doorking 6300 1/2HP Primary Swing Gate Operator

Doorking

DKS - Doorking 6300 1/2HP Secondary Swing Gate Operator

Doorking

DKS - Doorking 6300 1HP Primary Swing Gate Operator

Doorking

DKS - Doorking 6300 1HP Secondary Swing Gate Operator

Doorking

LiftMaster CSL24UL 24VDC commercial slide gate operator

Liftmaster CSL24UL 24DC Slide Gate Operator

Liftmaster

Liftmaster CSW200101UL 1HP High Traffic Commercial Swing Gate Operator

Liftmaster

Liftmaster CSW200501UL 1/2HP High Traffic Commercial Swing Gate Operator

Liftmaster

Liftmaster CSW24UL High-Traffic Commercial Swing Gate Operator

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA400DC Actuator Arm only (Primary)

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA400DCS Actuator Arm only (Secondary)

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA400PKGUL All in One Single Swing Gate Kit

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA5001PKGXLMU All in One Single Swing Gate Kit /w Metal Box

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA500CONTUL Control Box Plastic

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA500CONTXLMUL Control Box Metal

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA500DC Actuator Arm only (Primary)

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA500DCS Actuator Arm only (Secondary)

Liftmaster

Liftmaster LA500PKGUL All in One Single Swing Gate Kit

Liftmaster

Liftmaster RSL12UL 1/2HP 12dc Residential Slide Gate Operator

Liftmaster

Liftmaster RSW12UL Residential/Light Commercial Swing Gate Operator

Liftmaster

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Linear OSCO SLD-211 1/2 HP DC slide gate operator

LINEAR OSCO SLD-211 1/2HP SLIDE GATE OPERATOR

Linear

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LINEAR OSCO SLR-211 1/2HP SLIDE GATE OPERATOR

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LINEAR OSCO SLR-221 1/2HP SLIDE GATE OPERATOR

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LINEAR OSCO SWC-111 1HP SWING GATE OPERATOR

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LINEAR OSCO SWC-121 1HP SWING GATE OPERATOR

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LINEAR OSCO SWC-211 1/2HP SWING GATE OPERATOR

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LINEAR OSCO SWC-221 1/2HP SWING GATE OPERATOR

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Linear OSCO SWD-211 1/2HP Swing Gate Operator w/ DC Battery Back-up

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Linear OSCO SWR-211 1/2HP Residential Swing Gate Operator

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Linear OSCO SWR-221 1/2HP Residential Swing Gate Operator

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How to Choose a Residential Gate Opener

Swing or Slide

A driveway gate on hinges needs a swing opener. A gate that rolls sideways on a track or rollers needs a slide opener. Measure the gate length and estimate its weight, then check both against the operator's limits. Tall solid gates catch wind and need more force than open picket gates of the same size. For more models, see all swing gate operators and slide gate operators.

Arm Actuator or Pad Mount

Arm actuators, like the LiftMaster LA400 and LA500, bolt between the post and the gate. They suit light to medium gates and are simple to install.
Pad or post mount operators, like the DoorKing 6300 and 6500, sit beside the gate and drive an articulated arm. They handle heavier gates.

Single or Dual Gate

A double driveway gate needs one operator per leaf. Order a primary unit, which holds the control board, and a secondary unit for the second leaf. Most brands also sell complete kits.

Power Outages and Solar

DC openers run from a battery that the charger keeps topped up, so the gate still opens when the power goes out. At homes with no power at the gate, a DC opener can run from a solar panel if the panel and battery are sized for your daily cycles and sun hours.

Safety Rules for Homes

Homes fall under UL 325 Class I. Current operators need monitored photo eyes or safety edges before they run automatically, so plan on photo eyes for every entrapment zone.

Common Questions

How many cycles a day can a residential gate opener handle?

It varies by model. Residential units are rated for normal family traffic. Busy shared driveways or small HOA gates usually need a commercial-rated operator.

Can I add a remote or keypad later?

Yes. Most residential openers have a built-in receiver or accept a plug-in receiver, and they have inputs for keypads and exit devices.