How much headroom is required above a residential garage door?

In order to install torsion-spring hardware, we recommend a clearance of 12 in. (305 mm). On the other hand, if there is only 4 ¾ in. (121 mm) to 12 in. (304 mm) available, it is best to use a dual-track system designed for low headroom. When equipping a garage door with an electric door opener, add 2 in. (51 mm) to standard lift movements. For low-headroom system, you do not need the additional 2 in. (51 mm).

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Torsion1 Extension2
Headroom Operation type Headroom Operation type
0" à 4 ¾" Not possible (lower the headboard of door) 0" à 4 ¾" Not possible (lower the headboard of door)
4 ¾" à 12"

 

Low Headroom (double track system) 4 ¾" à 8 ½"

 

Low Headroom (double track system)
12" and higher Standard (12" radius)3 8 ½" and higher Standard (10" radius)
Torsion1
Headroom Operation type
0" to 4 ¾" Not possible (lower the headboard of door)
4 ¾" to 12" Low Headroom (double track system)
12" and higher Standard (12" radius) (3)
Extension2
Headroom Operation type
0" to 4 ¾" Not possible (lower the headboard of door)
4 ¾" to 8 ½" Low Headroom (double track system)
8 ½" and higher Standard (10" radius)

Conversion: 1 in. = 25.4 mm

1. Garaga recommends the use of torsion springs for improved door operation and increased safety.

2. Garaga recommends the use of safety cables with extension springs for more security.

3. You can order a 15 inches radius with torsion springs operation.

IMPORTANT: If an electric operator is being used, add 2 inches (51 mm) to headroom required to Standard lift operation.

Standard Lift MovementLowlift Movement
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