TCGR-12 (M50/K12) Crash Rated Box Frame Cantilever Slide Gate & TYM-HYD-VF2/3 Operator System
Product Notes
- Closes single clear opening widths up to 26 feet.
- For larger clear opening widths contact Tymetal. Custom options are available.
- The TCGR-12 is available in a manually operated configuration as well as automated versions having speeds up to 3’ per second.
Product Summary
The TCGR-12 Box Frame Cantilever Slide Gate is ASTM F2656 M50-P2* certified (equivalent to U.S. Department of State K12). Will stop a 15,000 pound vehicle traveling at 50 mph within 1 to 7 meters. The TCGR-12 utilizes a robust box frame design that allows the user flexibility to match almost any fence line while providing M50/K12 crash rated protection for those openings.
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Chain Link Specs Features & Benefits
- Aluminum box frame cantilever design integrated with the TCGR-12 crash beam provides structural integrity over larger openings while eliminating concern for rust and delivering M50-P2* crash protection.
- Listed for use in UL 325 Usage Classes III and IV.
- Variable frequency drive provides soft start and stop.
- Speed: 2.2 or 3.0 feet per second with Emergency Fast Operation (EFO) feature.
- RS485 to Ethernet for network connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
TYMETAL has been in the perimeter security solutions market since 1985. With more than three decades of experience designing, manufacturing, and installing the TCGR-12 (M50/K12) Crash Rated Box Frame Cantilever Slide Gate & TYM-HYD-VF2/3 Operator System, we have encountered many questions along the way. Explore a few of the common questions we are asked below. If you don’t find the answers you’re looking for, feel free to contact us by phone at 888-978-4283 or online.
What distinguishes the TCGR-12 from standard heavy-duty sliding gates?
The Tymetal TCGR-12 is a crash-rated cantilever slide gate certified to K12 / ASTM F2656 M50/P2 standards, incorporating aluminum gates with steel stanchions, foundation anchor systems, and roller carriage designs that are purpose-engineered for certified vehicle impact resistance — features absent in standard heavy-duty slide gates that provide access control but not anti-ram protection.
What crash rating level does the TCGR-12 achieve?
The TCGR-12 is certified to ASTM F2656 M50/P2 and U.S. DoS K12 standards. This P2 designation means the gate stops a 15,000-lb vehicle at 50 mph within a penetration distance greater than P1 but still within the bounds of the K12 certification, providing the highest vehicle impact resistance in TYMETAL’s cantilever slide gate line.
What drive systems and control options are compatible with the TCGR-12?
The TCGR-12 is compatible with hydraulic and electromechanical operator systems designed for crash-rated gate service. Control options include guard booth push-button stations, card readers, vehicle loop detectors, and remote operation interfaces. TYMETAL can provide integrated operator and control configurations matched to the TCGR-12’s structural and operational requirements.
What are the foundation and maintenance requirements for optimal performance?
The TCGR-12 requires a deep reinforced concrete foundation engineered specifically to the gate’s K12 crash certification. Maintenance includes regular roller bearing lubrication, structural fastener inspection, and post-inspection verification of foundation integrity. Any vehicle contact event requires professional inspection and documentation before the gate is returned to certified operational service.