Understanding the electrical requirements for your gate helps with planning and prevents surprises during installation.
Power Requirements
Typical Needs
- 120V AC most common
- Dedicated 20-amp circuit ideal
- Some operators work on 15-amp
- Commercial may need 240V
What's Required
- Circuit breaker protection
- Proper wire gauge
- Weatherproof outlet or conduit
- Ground fault protection (GFCI)
Getting Power to the Gate
Options
- Run conduit from house
- Underground wiring
- Overhead (less common)
- Solar power (no electric needed)
Typical Distances
- Short run: Standard wire OK
- Long run: May need larger wire
- Voltage drop considerations
- Electrician can calculate needs
Who Does the Electrical?
Options
- Electrician runs power to gate
- Gate company does low-voltage
- Sometimes gate company does all
- Depends on license and scope
Low Voltage Wiring
What We Install
- Keypad/intercom wiring
- Safety sensor wiring
- Loop detector wiring
- Intercom connections
Solar Alternative
- No electrical work needed
- Self-contained system
- Great for remote locations
- Higher upfront cost
Electrical Planning
Standard Gate Co coordinates electrical requirements for every project. Call (323) 488-GATE to discuss your installation.