Fence Gate Size, Hinges and Locking Accessories: RFQ Details Buyers Should Confirm

Fence gate size, hinges and locking accessories should be confirmed before quotation because a gate is not defined by fence type alone. Buyers should send gate opening width, gate height, single or double leaf layout, frame size, mesh or infill type, post type, hinge type, lock or latch request, coating, quantity, packing and drawings.

Why gate details change the RFQ

Fence projects often include panels, posts and gates together, but the gate usually needs a separate review. A gate leaf may use a different frame, stronger post, hinge set, latch, lock, wheel, stopper or ground bolt than the standard fence panel.

If a drawing is available, mark the gate opening, swing direction, post locations, hinge side, lock side and ground condition. If no drawing is ready, send a sketch, gate photos, required opening width, height, fence type and destination.

For product context, see welded mesh fence, double wire fence and fence panels, posts and gates RFQ details.

Specification details to confirm

Detail	Why it matters	What buyers should send
Gate type	Defines gate layout	Pedestrian gate, vehicle gate, single leaf, double leaf or sliding wording
Opening size	Defines clear access	Clear opening width and gate height
Gate frame	Affects fabrication	Frame tube size, drawing detail or standard request
Infill type	Matches fence system	Welded mesh, double wire panel, chain link mesh or drawing-specified infill
Gate posts	Affects support	Post size, post length, base plate or embedded fixing
Hinges	Affects installation scope	Hinge type, hinge quantity, adjustable hinge or project wording
Locking accessories	Changes hardware scope	Latch, lock, drop bolt, stopper, wheel or handle request
Swing direction	Helps layout review	Left/right hinge side, inward/outward swing or drawing mark
Coating and color	Affects quotation basis	Galvanized, powder coated, PVC coated or color code
Packing and destination	Needed for export review	Gate count, hardware bag, labels, pallet marks and destination

Key terms to clarify

• Single leaf gate: A gate with one moving leaf.
• Double leaf gate: A gate with two moving leaves meeting in the center.
• Clear opening: The usable opening width between gate posts.
• Drop bolt: A vertical bolt used to hold a gate leaf in position.

What to prepare before sending RFQ

For a faster fence gate review, prepare:

• Gate type and fence system.
• Clear opening width and gate height.
• Single leaf or double leaf layout.
• Gate frame, mesh or infill details.
• Gate post type and fixing method.
• Hinge type, lock, latch, drop bolt and stopper request.
• Swing direction and gate position in the fence route.
• Coating, color and accessory request.
• Quantity, packing, destination and drawings.

QY can review fence gate RFQ details for quotation, but should not claim security rating, wind resistance, local compliance, installation suitability, hardware service life, stock, price or delivery time without confirmed project data.

RFQ checklist

Before sending a fence gate RFQ, confirm:

• Gate type.
• Opening width and height.
• Single or double leaf layout.
• Frame and infill.
• Gate posts and fixing method.
• Hinges.
• Locking accessories.
• Swing direction.
• Coating and color.
• Quantity, packing, destination and drawings.

Related QY pages

• Welded mesh fence for the main fence product page.
• Double wire fence for rigid fence panel context.
• Chain link fence for roll mesh fence context.
• Fence panels, posts and gates RFQ details for complete fence-system RFQs.
• Fence clips, clamps and base plates for accessory and fixing details.
• Contact QY Metal Tech when gate drawings and hardware details are ready.

FAQ

What should a fence gate RFQ include?

Send gate type, opening width, gate height, single or double leaf layout, frame, infill, gate posts, hinges, lock or latch, coating, quantity, packing and drawings.

Is fence panel size enough to quote a gate?

No. Gate quotation also needs clear opening, frame detail, gate posts, hinges, locking accessories, swing direction, coating and drawings.

Should buyers specify hinge side and swing direction?

Yes. Hinge side and swing direction help review the gate layout, post placement, lock side and installation drawing.

Can QY confirm security rating from gate hardware wording?

QY should not claim security rating or local compliance from hardware wording alone. Those claims need confirmed project standards and requirements.