What is the most reliable opener for auto-opening a pop door?

[SteveBaz]

I keep stuff like this filed in groups. Here is a group on the same subject about auto doors.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=99668

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=1616486#p1616486

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=2526968

 

[gale65]

I'm wondering now how this whole setup works without electricity. Does the solar/battery outfit have a standard outlet or something for a timer to plug into? Or do they make special timers for them? We do have electricity out there, but it's not uncommon to have power outages often during the summer so it's not something we want to leave to chance while we're gone. We typically go for 2 or 2.5 weeks so it has to be as fail-proof as humanly possible.

 

[bbsnooks]

With out Electricity.. this one "ador" says it runs 3 years ( weather permiting) on a lg flash light battery..
I was glad to see the review of ADOR here at byc
I was about to give up. on any thing under 300- and get the VSb ($328 / door timer-vsb-pulley)
but thanks to byc reviewr marxmail, google and BYC I was able to fine the ....

Battery operated 180$ ADOR door +15$ for sensor if needed. all in one package ( link has there page)
FYI some one has developed several options for pulley's and installation.. of door and vsb type motor's
here http://www.flytesofancy.co.uk/uploads/vsb_original.pdf
this can be very useful for multiple door's and doors that are in tight cornors. and need creative attachments..

I havent built mine yet. but this is at the top of the list.. for door candy..

I have collected several links that may be helpful for some one just starting out..
I'll post them in the next message.

 

[bbsnooks]

There are more varities that are review'd on BYC and for what ever reason they didnt fit my plan.. I wanted a guillitine door.
THis list may come in handy for someone wanting to reasearch that type of door,


The know it all mind map of auto coop doors

How to use pulley's in door and lift (pg 4)pdf

$179.00 USD ​

This Battery operated.. ADOR 1 automatic door & opener -all in one. w/ battery alarm & optional night light for the girls.( accessories)

http://hackaday.com/2011/09/21/a-solar-powered-automatic-chicken-coop/
salvaged windshield wiper gearmotor

cordless screwdriver for the motor at BYC how to on blog

auto radio attena -chicken-coop-door opener


my favorite.. lil auto chick house. uses the 3doors on pulley vsb below..
VSB chicken-coop-door-opener
sold by
Foy's Electronic Doorkeeper > 300$ some w timer & Door / pulley sold in usa


for DIY builders aprox 80$ Reliable motor w/cutting board door BYC


EU - door lift less than $ VSB http://www.dawntillduskdoors.com/products/automatic-chicken-door-opener-kit-includes-unit-door-and-rails/



http://www.buildeazy.com/photo-chicken-coop-beatarticle.html

http://www.add-a-motor.com/Model%20D20 chicken coop motor
using the above
youtube how to .. Automatic Chicken Coop Door using a drapery motor



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU9T5s9r8Vc&NR=1&feature=fvwp



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may need to build shelter for door in freezing rain conditions.. - no stick - opening

https://pinterest.com/pin/298996862731014606/