Mighty Mule FM145 Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock
by Mighty Mule
 |
Our Price: $159.95 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Category: Tools See more product details |
Product Details
Manufacturer: Mighty MuleModel: FM145
Product features:
- The FM145 Bulldog Gate Lock secures pedestrian walk-thru gates in a locked position
- The sturdy black Bulldog lock is mounted horizontally, and it locks the swinging pedestrian gate to a post or column
- The FM145 works with a variety of Mighty Mule access controls, including a digital keypad and a wireless intercom/keypad
- Allows for keyed entry into the property with keys that are included with the gate lock
- Mighty Mule R4211 Replacement Control Board for GTO/Mighty Mule Gate Openers
- Mighty Mule FM143 Automatic Gate Lock
- Mighty Mule FM133 Gate Opener Pin Lock
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Mighty Mule FM145 Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock
Customer Review: Great lock but one defect...
Summary: 4 Stars
I received and installed the lock a couple of weeks ago. It installed easily and it works well. There are a couple of problems though, and I hope this gets back to the manufacturer.
Minor problem: The keypad doesn't have any space behind it in the case, so that if you need to bring the wires in low on the keypad, you will have trouble routing them around the battery clips to the connections at the top. Their recommended hole is near the top, but the way I mounted it, I couldn't go through the fence at that point. They should leave some more room on the inside to give you flexibility.
Major problem: The bold in the lock has a curved surface to allow it to click over the Clevis Pin on the Lock Receiver when you shut the gate. The problem arises because they not only made the outer surface curved, they also curved the inner surface of the bolt along with it. The result is that if the gate is pushed in slightly so that the bolt is in contact with the Clevis Pin, it forms a slight hook, and when you energize the bolt, it jams on the Clevis Pin and will not retract. You have to jiggle the gate and then try again.
It's not a deal breaker. I called the company and spoke to a fairly knowledgeable fellow and we concluded my problem is based on the fact that our big redwood gate has a lot of inertia and binds the bolt when it's pushed in slightly. However, he agreed that it was a bad idea to curve the back surface of that bold and said he would pass it along to the product designers.
We really love the convenience. We have this on our driveway redwood gate, where previously we just had a hasp and padlock on the outside. If it was locked and you were on the inside, you had to go all the way around back through the house and out the front and use two hands to open the padlock. Even if you were on the outside, it was a big hassle if you were carrying bags to take directly to the back yard. Now, I just push the buttons and I'm in!
Description of Mighty Mule FM145 Bulldog Pedestrian Gate Lock
Use this Mighty Mule Bulldog Walk-Through Gate Lock to secure yards, swimming pools, playgrounds, boat docks or tennis courts from unwanted guests. Application: LockGate Hardware Tools
Tools and Hardware
Bestsellers in Gate Hardware Tools
National Mfg. N185934 Door And Gate SpringNational Mfg.; Tools
Best price: $0.76
1-3/ 4 Zinc Safety HaspNATIONAL MFG CO; Tools
Best price: $5.99
Price in other shops:
National #N272-716 2x1/ 2 Mending PlateNATIONAL MFG CO; Tools
Best price: $0.26
Price in other shops:
10x1 Mending PlateNATIONAL MFG CO; Tools
Best price: $1.24
Price in other shops:
National Mfg. N211284 Medium HingeNational Mfg.; Tools
Best price: $1.81
Price in other shops:
2PK 4x4 SB HingeNATIONAL MFG CO; Tools
Best price: $3.79
Price in other shops:
National Mfg. N101394 Adjust-O-Matic Heavy-Duty 8-Inch Gate LatchNational Mfg.; Tools
Best price: $11.77
Price in other shops:
Gto, Inc. FM148 Push to Open Post BracketGTO, INC; GTO; Sports
Best price: $18.99
Stanley Hardware 76-0869 Ornamental Gate SpringStanley Hardware; Tools
Best price: $10.99
Price in other shops:
Stanley Hardware 75-1085 1-15/ 16" Large Screw Eyes - Zinc Plated 5 per PackageStanley Hardware; Tools
Best price: $1.01
Similar Tools and Hardware Products
Mighty Mule FM500 Automatic Gate Opener for Heavy Duty Single Swing GatesMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $439.00
Price in other shops:
Mighty Mule FM134 2-Button Keychain TransmitterMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $14.50
Price in other shops:
Mighty Mule FM136 Wireless Intercom/ KeypadMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $168.99
Price in other shops:
3 Pack - GTO Rb741 Remote Control / GTO PRO Remote ControlGTO / Mighty Mule Inc; Tools
Best price: $45.00
Mighty Mule RB570 Replacement TransformerMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $15.00
Price in other shops:
Mighty Mule FM132 Gate Opener Push Button ControlMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $3.00
Price in other shops:
Mighty Mule FM133 Gate Opener Pin LockMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $13.65
Price in other shops:
Mighty Mule FM135 Single Button Entry TransmitterMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $14.95
Price in other shops:
Mighty Mule FM143 Automatic Gate LockMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $119.99
Price in other shops:
Mighty Mule FM137 Digital KeypadMighty Mule; Tools
Best price: $33.49
Price in other shops: