Gear/ rack driven gate openers have plenty of torque to handle the roof weights per the above model ranges.
We recommend that you directly purchase one of the above gate openers to suit your observatory needs from the model links above.
** Interactive Astronomy is not affiliated with TOPENS™ products . Recommendations above are based on customer usage and experience.
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All Systems Include:
Prior to your order we consult with you directly to determine your exact observatory
requirements and establish your custom cable lengths. This allows us to pre-
NOTE: The motor must be shipped to us for wiring and testing (see address below)us f
INTERACTIVE ASTRONOMY
1286 VALLEY FORGE DRIVE
CHICO, CA 95973
ATTN: Jim Collins
*The gate opener drive gear can be replaced with a chain sprocket, for those requiring a chain pull system.
$1470.00 -
$1695.00 -
$1920.00 -
*Gate opener motor not included in above pricing
**Price includes return shipping of gate opener motor after wiring and testing.
$1220.00 -
NEW: All of our new systems for gate openers will have the electronic control boards removed.
This is due to some unresolved issues, usually during electrical storm activity, the gate opener logic has caused “Phantom Roof Openings”.
All new systems will have direct wiring to the Gate Opener Motor from our own control relays for OPEN and CLOSE commands.
TOPENS™
Model | Roof Cap. | Motor
RK700T 1500 lbs. 0.4 HP
RK1200T 3400 lbs. 0.8 HP
RK2600T 5500 lbs. 1.2HP