Solar gate operators are more energy efficient. They do not require running wire from a power source in order to function properly. Solar-powered gate operators are also more cost effective than hard wired operators because there is no electricity bill associated with using one of these systems—you will only have to pay for the initial installation costs and then nothing else once everything has been set up correctly!
Hard-wired gates are much more reliable than solar ones because they don’t rely on getting enough sun in order to operate properly; however, this may cause some problems down the line if something goes wrong with one of these systems due to lack of maintenance after many years (or even months) without use.”
There are a couple of benefits to going solar. These include:
The most important downside of solar gate operators is that they rely on the sun for recharging the batteries. Going a week straight with rain may mean your batteries don’t recharge enough to keep up with the demand of opening the gate all day long. If you live in a region that gets 300 days of sun per year this option is great. However, if you get rain half of the year, you may want to look into hard wiring your gate operator so you don’t get stuck in or out of your gate.
Another downside is that you may be more limited with the number of accessories added to your operator. If your initial install only uses a receiver to open the gate with a wireless remote, you may have to replace your solar panel with a larger one later when you want to add more peripherals such as a keypad, more photo eyes, etc. to keep up with the power draw.
When it comes to gate operators, the hardwired option is typically the most common and reliable. You’ll find that this type of gate operator allows you to install a system that can be used in multiple situations, making it convenient for your home or business.
As I stated earlier, hardwired gate operators are more reliable because they don’t rely on solar to charge the batteries. It’s the most straightforward install. Since there are fewer components, there are fewer things that could go wrong when installing this type of system.
When determining whether to go wireless or not, you should weigh all the factors including cost, energy efficiency, and your needs.
Wireless gate operator installation is a viable option because it will be more cost-effective in many cases. You can save money by avoiding the need for a wired system and associated hardware. There are also no extra wires to install and no wiring mistakes between the power source and the operator.
Solar gate operator installation is more energy efficient. This means less power consumption overall which can help reduce costs over time as well as the environmental impact if electricity comes from coal-based sources (which most do). This is especially true if you live in an area where temperatures fluctuate widely throughout the year!
We hope that this article has given you the information needed to make an informed decision about whether or not a solar gate operator is right for your needs. Remember, every project is different, so you must weigh all of the factors involved to come up with the best solution.
If you’d like to get started with installing solar gate operators, or if you need help determining with option is best for your next project, please call your local SAS branch today and we will help you make the most informed decision!