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๐Ÿ”’ Enhance Security with the Ghost Controls AXZL ZombieLock Automatic Gate Lock Review

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Description of ๐Ÿ”’ Enhance Security with the Ghost Controls AXZL ZombieLock Automatic Gate Lock

Automatically locks and unlocks the gate when the Automatic Gate Opener is activated. Patented design that allows the lock to provide feedback to Ghost Controls gate opener system controller which will prevent the gate operator from moving before it confirms that lock is in the unlocked position (this function only applies to Ghost Controls openers). Limited functionality with other brands of 12VDC automatic gate opener systems. Powder-coated aluminum reduces the weight on the end of the gate and also is weather-resistant for all seasons of the year. Can be easily mounted to tubular gates with the AXTB Tube Gate Bracket Kit (not included). Includes 2 mounting studs, 2 lock nuts, and 4 flat washers for installation. Includes 20' cable (3 conductor) to wire directly into gate opener controller for power and control.

Reviews

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Nightmare castle for me and our neighbors.

This lock is utterly useless once you've encountered fences and in climates with wide temperature swings like the high deserts/Northern Arizona. The differences between the lock, pin box and pin are so small that any expansion/contraction of the hot and cold dimples will cause the lock to jam and trigger the opener's safety devices. Also a big problem in strong winds. Wind resistance on unmarked chain link gates will result in the gate not closing properly. When the wind closes the gate, theโ€ฆ

Pros
  • High marks for grip and durability from testers
Cons
  • Not sure

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Good design but expensive and with annoying bugs

This is a worthy accessory for the Ghost Control gate opener if you live in a windy area. The mounting design is very solid and connecting to the gate opener is easy enough. But it has a very nasty flaw, which is that the lock won't open when it comes into contact with the metal case that comes with the kit. Who thought it was a good idea? If the wind blows, it is quite possible that the lock will be blown away and touch the metal case. You have to get out of the car, manually push the gate soโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Stylish and modern design
Cons
  • Unfashionable

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Essential, especially for double gates

I am very happy with this lock. I originally installed dual gate openers with the intention of not using a lock. However, I soon learned that strong winds would force the gates to open and close. This happened several times in heavy rain and my dogs ran away. It turned out that the opening wasn't very good at holding the gate in place under any force and this would be a big problem if my sheep discovered this. As with my previous Gate Opener review, I wanted the install to look good, so I tookโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Very good value for money
Cons
  • New competitors have emerged

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works great when assembly instructions are used

The issues mentioned in all the negative reviews appear to be either problems assembling the gate or not following the assembly instructions. If the gate moves sufficiently due to high winds or temperature changes, this is a gate installation issue and has nothing to do with ZombieLock. Another issue mentioned in the reviews sounds like the instructions were not followed, particularly in ensuring that the programming of the opener's "push" function itself is done exactly as described in theโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Ideal for outdoor activities
Cons
  • Useless features

Revainrating 5 out of 5

How to set it to close perfectly every time

I've seen a lot of reviews where people complain that the lock closes and the gate bounces a bit when closing. I've managed to set mine to always lock up after it's in the right position and it happens every time. Here's what I did: The instructions for the gate opener state that you must retract the opener fully and then secure it to the gate in the desired closed position. Here's the problem. The gate opener has approximately 1/8 inch clearance. So if you pull it back to the fully closedโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Builds confidence
Cons
  • There's nothing here

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Great idea, bad execution.

I hesitated to post this until I was convinced. I've been using ZombieLock for about nine months now. The product has two problems.1. When unlocking spaces, it only stays open for a few seconds. I see no reason why it shouldn't stay open for ten seconds. why should i worry I have a 15 foot aluminum tubular gate. You'd think the wind would go straight through, but it catches enough wind that the north wind wants to open the gate and the south wind wants to close it. I either constantly adjustโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Easy to read control panel
Cons
  • Reliability