The Sliding Gate Steel Gear Rack (also known as the gear rail) is the essential drive link between a sliding gate motor and the gate itself. Mounted along the bottom of the gate, its teeth mesh with the motor's pinion gear so that, as the motor turns, the gate is driven smoothly and reliably back a…
The Sliding Gate Steel Gear Rack (also known as the gear rail) is the essential drive link between a sliding gate motor and the gate itself. Mounted along the bottom of the gate, its teeth mesh with the motor's pinion gear so that, as the motor turns, the gate is driven smoothly and reliably back and forth along its track. Manufactured from heavy-duty steel, it's built for strength and long-term durability, making it the preferred rack choice for high-use, heavy, or industrial gates — where a tougher solution is needed over lighter nylon alternatives.
The rack is welded or bolted to the side of the gate, running parallel to the gate's direction of travel. The gate motor's pinion gear engages with the rack's teeth; as the motor turns, it drives the gate open and closed along the rack's length. A small clearance (typically 2–3mm) is maintained between the rack teeth and the pinion teeth to ensure smooth, low-friction movement without binding.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Heavy-duty steel (galvanised finish available) |
| Standard length | 2m sections (joinable for longer runs) |
| Tooth pitch | Module 4 (universal — compatible with Centurion and most standard sliding gate motors) |
| Rated gate mass | Up to 2000kg (steel rack) |
| Mounting | Steel angle brackets, for welding onto the gate frame |
| Recommended pinion clearance | 2–3mm gap between rack teeth and pinion teeth |
| Brand | N/A |
| Category | Gate Automation |
| Sub Category | N/A |
| Condition | New |
| Material | steel |
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