Garage Door Drums
Features, Benefits, and Applications
Garage door cable drums are cylindrical objects that sit on the door shaft and are a critical component of the overhead garage door opening system.
They are an important piece of hardware used to facilitate the operation of a garage door, serving as support for the wires and cables leading to the springs and rollers.
They are found on any garage door that uses a torsion spring for a lift, regardless of whether it is for a commercial or residential application.
Functional, aesthetic, and safety considerations should be observed when selecting the proper drum for any particular garage door.
The Garage door cable drums need to be replaced when they become worn, broken, bent, or otherwise damaged.
Standard Garage Door Cable Drums
Standard garage doors are typically up to 8 feet in height and require cables with 5/32 inch (4mm) in diameter for 7’ or 8’ doors.
Garage Door High Lift Drums
High-lift garage door drums are bigger and have an offset design that enables them to ride higher up the cables.
This type of drum is larger in diameter and is designed to ride higher up the cables due to the need for additional clearance at the top of the garage.
In order to accommodate the greater number of turns, these drums usually have a deeper pull than drums for standard lift garage doors.
High-lift garage door drums are typically made of aluminum for increased durability.
Garage Door Vertical Lift Drums
Vertical garage door drums are an integral part of the vertical lift garage door system.
The drum is connected to the top of the door frame, using the cable and torsion spring to lift the door as it passes through an open channel in the door frame.
As tension is gradually released from the cable and spring as the door travels, the drum stores the energy from the spring so it can be used for the door‘s descent.
The drum allows for the cable and spring to be securely mounted for smooth operation and also helps maintain tension in the spring as the door is opened and closed.
Featuring varying benefits and drawbacks when it comes to installation and upkeep.
Utilizing the vertical–lift garage door drum is an essential part of a garage door system to ensure added convenience, security, and extra space for your business or home.
