Vertical Hydraulic Gate Closer, 180°, Silver

A hydraulic closer that stands upright against the post, with an arm and rail to the gate. The cylinder sits vertically in line with the post, so the body takes up very little room, and the silver powder coated aluminium housing is suited to outdoor use. Closing force is delivered over the full 180 degree opening, not only the last part of the swing. The rail set for 90 degree and 180 degree fitting is in the box. Closing speed and the final snap have separate micro adjustment. It fits to the post through front fixings with no welding. The price shown is for one closer, and no maximum gate weight is published for this line.

Why this closer works

Force over the whole swing. A gate can be left open at any angle and still come back. Many closers only pull hard over the last few degrees and leave a wide open gate standing.

Fine control of the close. The closing speed and the final snap are adjusted separately. Bring the speed down for a heavy gate and increase the final snap if the leaf has to push a latch home.

Built-in pretension. The closer has integrated pretension, which makes installation smoother.

Neat on the post. The upright cylinder lines up with the post rather than crossing the opening, which keeps the gate clear of anything for hands or vehicles to catch.

Where it is used

Pedestrian gates on schools, parks, communal gardens, plant yards and commercial perimeters that must close themselves. The two rail options suit gates that open to 90 degrees against a stop and gates on 180 degree hinges that fold back along the fence.

Specifications

Choosing the right closer

This closer goes on the post and uses an arm across to the gate. That means it can be added to a gate that already has good hinges, and the upright body is easy to reach for adjustment. If you would rather have nothing visible on the post, use a closer hinge set, which builds the closer into the hinge. Check your post is at least 60mm wide and look at the published set-outs in the table before you order.

Fitting and care

Set out the fixings following the instructions in the box, using the 90 degree or the 180 degree rail set depending on how far your gate opens. Fix the body upright to the post at 280mm between fixings. Fit the rail to the gate and connect the arm, then bring the closing speed up slowly and set the final snap last. On any gate used by the public have it checked by a competent installer. Hollow posts need enough wall thickness to carry the front fixings, so check before drilling.

Keep the body clean, check that the fixings and arm are tight at routine inspections and re-check the speed setting after the first few weeks in use. Do not attempt to open the hydraulic body.

Frequently asked questions

Ordering and delivery

Order online, with Express UK Delivery to your site and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a larger job, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery before you order.