How to choose between a single track and double track cantilever gate

Cantilever gates can be vital to a building’s security. The different styles of these gates have their own benefits and use for your property. Two of the most common types of cantilever gate are double track and single track gates.

Benefits

Cantilever gate openings under 27 feet generally have single tracks. These gates do not need as much support and are lighter than double-track gates. Single track gates also only use 2 mounting posts to stabilize them. The light nature of a smaller gate and the high-quality of the materials of the rollers and track make the single track gate smooth and easy-to-operate.

The finish sizes of cantilever gates can be as much as 50% longer than the size of the opening to allow proper counterbalance, but larger openings also need extra support. We recommend double track cantilever gates for gate openings larger than 27 feet. These gates usually use 4 mounting posts in order to provide more stability and strength than a single track cantilever gate.

If you’re questioning whether your cantilever gate should have a single track or double track, the answer ultimately comes down to how wide your opening is. If your opening is smaller than 27 feet, you should probably choose a single-track cantilever gate. When it’s larger than 27 feet, you should look at a double track.

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