I have the motion sensor lights .. Humps go on in the day light hours if it is a little windy ..
Have 3 sets around the house ..
How much power do they draw? I just want one at the gate that can illuminate the keypad/doorbell and signs. Need one that sits atop the post.
I'm trying to figure out the logistics and everything we need to get to make the gate opener functional.
Absolutely necessary things:
- 12v deep cycle battery >=250CCA (not sure on aH)
- Box to hold the battery that has outlets for the wires but no vents on top that would allow rain in
- 16/2 direct burial wire (found 100' on amazon for $25.22-- cheaper than local stores)
- 5/16"x4" Powerlag Hex Drive washer-head lag bolts at 90¢ a piece to attach the lock to the posts.
Additional stuff I'd like to get
- Wireless doorbell 1300' range w/ 2 receivers (mounted on gate post outside)
- Wireless keypad to unlock gate x2. One from outside (for deliveries/guests), and one mounted on a post inside that people when driving out.
- Lithium ion AA batteries for keypads & doorbell
- 10w high efficiency solar panel (just in case the 5w is insufficient)
- Gooseneck stand for inner keypad
- LED motion sensor light
I ruled out the underground sensor because it could be triggered by my cows.
I should have at least one pole that was used for my old satellite dish-- although I don't know if it is high enough. Not sure how high it should be. I have a couple of old satellite dishes lying around so I can take mounting hardware from them if need be.
Right now the thing giving me the most trouble is finding the right battery and box that aren't too expensive.
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