Need suggestions for a barn door

[NyCCTVTech 0]

I have a client with a 10 foot Barn door that slides close . it has a door in the door with a sheerlock . my issue is they used a flush mount contact at the end of the door so when its closed the power transfer contact provides 24v to the lock. they used a cheap flush mount plastic contact ive never seen before and it has no name or markings on it. the contact melted from the amps.since we all know sheerlocks are thirsty . ive seen some stuff online but dont find power ratings. most stuff is for car doors. any help on suggestion of products i can use to fix this problem would be apprieciated.

 

Thanks

[ssnapier 0]

I am a bit confused by your description. Any chance you can draw this and post a picture? I would love to help, but right now I just cannot picture the issue.

[hardwired 0]

I think he means that he has a man door with a maglock that is in the center of a large sliding barn door.

 

I think the best option for that would be to use a coiled cord to connect it. If the door travels 10 feet, putting it offset so it will travel 5 feet each way will let him use a fairly short cord.

[ssmith10pn 0]

I think the best option for that would be to use a coiled cord to connect it. If the door travels 10 feet, putting it offset so it will travel 5 feet each way will let him use a fairly short cord.

 

This ^^^

[hardwired 0]

If he really has to have a transfer contact, this might be a better option, just have to check the current draw of his existing maglock- http://www.securitron.com/en/site/securitron/Products/Power-Transfer-Devices/ICPT-Inductive-Coupling-Power-Transfer/