{"product_id":"locinox-caracal-180-hydraulic-gate-closer-serval-hinge","title":"Locinox CARACAL 180° Hydraulic Gate Closer and SERVAL Hinge Set – Gates Up to 143 lb","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLocinox CARACAL\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a compact hydraulic gate closer with an included \u003cstrong\u003eSERVAL self-closing spring hinge\u003c\/strong\u003e. Together, the two components provide controlled hydraulic closing and the spring force needed to return the gate reliably to its closed position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesigned for gates weighing up to \u003cstrong\u003e143 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e and measuring up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e43-5\/16\" wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, the CARACAL permits a maximum opening angle of 180 degrees. Its patented hydraulic damping system provides adjustable closing speed and helps maintain consistent operation as temperatures change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe fiberglass-reinforced polyamide housings protect the internal components for exterior use. Both horizontal and vertical adjustment are provided for gate alignment, and the standard CARACAL-SD-K mounts to square profiles with self-drilling screws—no welding required. An optional CLB-CARACAL bracket set permits installation on compatible round or chain-link profiles. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic gate closer and spring-hinge system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the matching SERVAL self-closing hinge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for gates weighing up to \u003cstrong\u003e143 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports gate widths up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e43-5\/16\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum opening angle of \u003cstrong\u003e180°\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable hydraulic closing speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented hydraulic damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent closing performance during temperature changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSERVAL hinge supplies supplemental spring-closing force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReversible for left- and right-opening gates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum opening resistance of \u003cstrong\u003e11 Nm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e13\/16\" horizontal adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e13\/16\" vertical adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiberglass-reinforced polyamide housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for exterior applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-drilling-screw installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo welding required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional adapter available for round and chain-link profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eADA, PMR and RoSPA listed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTested to \u003cstrong\u003e500,000 cycles\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003eRAL 9005 black\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional NOSTEP anti-climb accessory available \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer TyagGW_tableContainerWithTableOfContents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocinox\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCARACAL-USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParent item number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD00000173\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrderable model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCARACAL-SD-K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel item number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP00010474\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic gate closer and spring-hinge set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum gate width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43-5\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum gate weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e143 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum opening angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpening force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.37 ft-lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum opening resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosing-speed adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinal-snap adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosing-force adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorizontal adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHanding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReversible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound-profile compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequires optional CLB-CARACAL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiberglass-reinforced polyamide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate temperature range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-4°F to 140°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eListed standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eADA, PMR and RoSPA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycle testing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500,000 cycles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded component\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSERVAL self-closing hinge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRAL 9005 black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDownloads and Documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAll documents and resources below are provided directly by Locinox:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.locinoxusa.com\/files\/specsheets\/D00000173_US.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eCARACAL Technical Specification Sheet – PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.locinoxusa.com\/resources\/file?guid=5fbb1d31-518e-476d-a1a2-d03e2afbfded\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eCARACAL Installation Instructions and Mounting Templates – PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.locinoxusa.com\/resources\/file?guid=50467de5-fb38-4270-9aa6-593a148db6c8\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eCARACAL Product Sheet – PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.locinoxusa.com\/resources\/file?guid=49f0054b-d8ce-4abf-9326-aaa4a088f9ac\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eLocinox Pool and Child-Safety Solution Guide – PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=aqUiHQR-yek\"\u003eCARACAL Installation Video\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.locinoxusa.com\/files\/specsheets\/P00016016_US.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eCLB-CARACAL Round and Chain-Link Adapter Specification Sheet – PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.locinoxusa.com\/gate-closers\/new-fit\/hydraulic-180-gate-closer-and-hinge-d00000173?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eOfficial Locinox CARACAL Product Page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eImportant Installation Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCARACAL must be used with the included SERVAL spring hinge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not install two CARACAL hydraulic closer hinges on the same gate. Locinox warns that excessive damping may prevent dependable closing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximize the distance between the upper and lower hinge components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound and chain-link installations require the optional \u003cstrong\u003eCLB-CARACAL\u003c\/strong\u003e adapter set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways confirm local gate, pool and child-safety codes before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe optional \u003cstrong\u003eNOSTEP\u003c\/strong\u003e accessory can be installed above the SERVAL hinge to discourage its use as a foothold. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with the Locinox CARACAL?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe CARACAL system includes the hydraulic closer hinge and its matching SERVAL self-closing spring hinge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the system use both CARACAL and SERVAL?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe CARACAL controls closing speed through hydraulic damping. The SERVAL provides the spring force that moves the gate toward the closed position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum gate weight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe current Locinox technical specification sheet lists a maximum gate weight of 143 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum gate width?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe current Locinox technical specification sheet lists a maximum width of approximately 43-5\/16 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the closing speed be adjusted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The hydraulic closing speed is adjustable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have final-snap adjustment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The current technical specification sheet lists final-snap adjustment as unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the gate open 180 degrees?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The system permits a maximum opening angle of 180 degrees when installed according to Locinox’s requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be installed on left- and right-opening gates?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The CARACAL is reversible for either gate handing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan two CARACAL closers be installed on one gate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Locinox specifically warns against installing two CARACAL hydraulic closers because the combined damping may prevent guaranteed closing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes installation require welding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The CARACAL-SD-K is mounted with self-drilling screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan CARACAL be installed on round or chain-link frames?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, but the \u003cstrong\u003eCLB-CARACAL\u003c\/strong\u003e adapter must be ordered separately. Locinox states that the adapter includes the corresponding brackets for the SERVAL hinge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs CARACAL suitable for pool gates?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocinox markets CARACAL for pools, playgrounds, parks and garden gates. However, the closer alone does not establish code compliance. Gate height, latch location, opening direction, clearances and applicable local regulations must all be verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a gate latch included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo latch is identified as part of the CARACAL package. Locinox recommends pairing CARACAL and SERVAL with the FORTIMA magnetic latch as part of its complete child-safety solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the NOSTEP accessory?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOSTEP is an optional anti-climb component that helps prevent the SERVAL hinge from being used as a foothold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Locinox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40922796720213,"sku":"CARACAL-SD-K","price":106.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1102\/8096\/files\/d00000173_0.jpg?v=1730919718","url":"https:\/\/uslocksupply.com\/products\/locinox-caracal-180-hydraulic-gate-closer-serval-hinge","provider":"US Lock Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}