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Infrared Photocells (GTR196A)

Instantly detect any obstacles and avoid accidents when your automated gate opens and closes with this clever infrared sensor. Simply attach to your gate post and enjoy extra peace-of-mind.

The perfect compliment to Richmond’s huge range of automated gate products, an infrared sensor can provide safety at all times. This convenient accessory will stop your gate from opening or closing when a vehicle, person or obstacle is detected.

Specifications

Can be used on swing, sliding and cantilever gates.
Suits 240V AC or 24V DC gate motors
Rated to IP54
Protective weather cover to shield parts
Includes 1.5m long, 5-core cable
Range 1m-10m (max)
Maximum range may be reduced in bad weather conditions

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What are the main benefits of the Infrared sensor?

Stops your gate closing on vehicles and people
Easy installation with only simple tools required
Ideal for properties with children and pets
Eliminate the risk of damage to your vehicles and gate
Durable weather cover will protects parts from rain and dirt
Compatible with Richmond’s range of automatic gate motors

How do Infrared Photocells work?

When attached to your automated gate system, an infrared beam is sent from the photocell to the reflector.. If this invisible beam is interrupted or broken by an obstacle such as a car or person it will automatically stop the gate closing and reopen the gate.

For anyone looking to complete their automated gate system, this infrared sensor will help to prevent accidents and ensure your gate won’t close on someone or something in its path.

Can the Infrared sensor be used for different vehicle sizes?

Vehicles come in all shapes and sizes, and vehicles like trucks and tractors may need photocells set at a different height. Luckily, multiple infrared photocells can be used where this is required.

Whether it’s at different heights, or on either side of a swing gate to ensure a vehicle is always detected, you can have multiple detection points, and with the correct wiring only one photocell needs to be triggered for the gate opening or closing to be stopped.

For anyone looking to complete their automated gate system, this infrared sensor will help to prevent accidents and ensure your gate won’t close on someone or something in its path.