In order to install torsion spring hardware we recommend a clearance of 12 in.
Sectional garage door ceiling clearance.
51 mm to standard lift movements.
304 mm available it is best to use a dual track system designed for low headroom.
Dimension charts for sectional track sectional doors track headroom and backroom clearance standard lift track headroom clearance dimensions door height centerline of shaft minimum headroom 2 track 15 radius thru 12 0 o h.
Choosing a garage door size.
Use a high lift movement.
There is no standard garage door size.
However a single garage door at eight to nine feet wide and seven to eight feet high is a common measurement for many homes.
When a garage door opens it rolls back on horizontal tracks.
It can be used on any sectional garage door that has clearance problems due to low ceilings or obstructions allowing the garage door opener.
There is a garage door accessory called a low clearance bracket kit or low headroom kit.
When equipping a garage door with an electric door opener add 2 in.
Often modern styles one piece garage doors are designed by.
Our customer custom designed this door for the ultimate curb appeal and functionality.
This option helps provide more vertical space in the garage.
It is important to leave clear space above the garage door.
Used when there is at least the door height plus 12 of headroom clearance.
2 track headroom door height 12 required sideroom 4 5 required backroom 23 required.
Some carpentry work needs to be done to lower the header to get the minimum space you require.
What can be done if there is less than 4 inches 121 mm of clearance space over the door.
Keep in mind that a sectional door is made up of sections with heights varying between 18 and 24 inches 46 and 61 cm.
Headroom clearance is the distance between the top of the door opening and the ceiling.
We fitted this door with high lift tracks to create easy storage near the ceiling.
3 track headroom door height 12 required sideroom 5 5 required backroom 23 required.
The internal system also has a new powermaster h series operator for maximum lifting power.
61 cm of headroom.
The top of the door requires some room to make that turn.
If you need a double garage door the typical measurement is 16 ft.
Rather than cutting into your structural members notching the top of the door which can dangerously weaken it or destroying your concrete floor there is an easier and less destructive solution.
Do not use a standard lift movement if you have over 2 ft.
11 5 8 14 1 4 thru 16 0 o h.
12 5 8 15 3 4 3 track 15 radius thru 18 0 o h.
Clopay coachman sectional garage door.
121 mm to 12 in.
14 5 8 18.
If you use a trolley type operator add 2 inches.
On the other hand if there is only 4 in.
Most standard garage doors with extension springs require a minimum of 10 inches of headroom.
