Gooseneck Pedestal-PM-Bronze 42 Inch Pad Mount Access Control Pedestal Details
The Gooseneck Pedestal-PM-Bronze is a 42 inch bronze pad-mount keypad pedestal for driveway gate, access-control, and entry system installations. This style of gooseneck stand gives installers a raised mounting point for select keypads, card readers, intercom stations, telephone entry devices, and other low-voltage access-control equipment.
This is a pad-mount or curb-mount pedestal designed to anchor to a suitable concrete surface. It is not the same as a direct-burial post that is set into the ground. The bronze finish is commonly selected when the pedestal needs to blend with darker gate hardware, bronze fixtures, decorative fencing, or HOA-style entry equipment.
What This Part Does
This pedestal positions an access-control device where a driver can reach it from a vehicle while keeping the device mounted away from the gate operator cabinet. It is commonly used at residential driveway gates, gated community entrances, commercial driveways, parking areas, and controlled access lanes.
- Provides a 42 inch mounting height for standard vehicle access-control use
- Supports select keypads, card readers, intercoms, and telephone entry devices
- Allows low-voltage wiring to be routed through the pedestal when the site is prepared correctly
- Uses a bronze powder coated finish for outdoor access-control installations
- Designed for pad-mount or curb-mount installation on a suitable concrete pad
Compatible With
The Pedestal-PM-Bronze may be used with select access-control devices that can mount to the pedestal faceplate or to a compatible adapter plate or back box. Common applications include:
- Driveway gate keypads
- Telephone entry systems
- Intercom call stations
- Card readers and proximity readers
- RFID readers and access credential readers
- Push button entry controls
- Low-voltage access-control accessories with compatible mounting hardware
Important Compatibility Warning
A universal pedestal does not mean every keypad, reader, or telephone entry system will mount without adjustment. Mounting plates, faceplate sizes, enclosure depths, hole spacing, cable entry points, and back box requirements vary by brand and model. Always confirm the access-control device dimensions and mounting pattern before ordering.
Large telephone entry systems, recessed intercoms, flush-mount stations, oversized card reader housings, and vandal-resistant enclosures may require a separate back box, adapter plate, or heavier pedestal. Do not assume a similar-looking gooseneck pedestal is interchangeable without checking the actual mounting layout.
Comparison With Similar Pedestals
| Item |
Mounting Style |
Typical Use |
Interchange Caution |
| Pedestal-PM-Bronze |
Pad mount |
Standard car-height access-control device mounting |
Verify finish, faceplate, and device mounting pattern |
| Black or white pad-mount pedestal |
Pad mount |
Same general pedestal style with a different finish |
Confirm color and part number before ordering |
| Direct-burial gooseneck post |
In-ground burial |
Installations without a pad-mounted base plate |
Not a direct substitute for this pad-mount pedestal |
| Double-height car/truck pedestal |
Pad mount, dual height |
Sites serving both passenger vehicles and taller trucks |
Different height and mounting layout |
Similar Parts That Are Not Automatically Interchangeable
- Direct-burial gooseneck posts are made for in-ground installation and are not the same as this pad-mount pedestal.
- Double-height pedestals are used when both car-height and truck-height access points are needed.
- Wall-mount keypad boxes do not replace a freestanding pedestal.
- Brand-specific pedestals may use different faceplates, finishes, hole patterns, or conduit access points.
- Large telephone entry enclosures may need a heavier mounting post, adapter plate, or separate back box.
Not Intended For
- Direct burial into dirt, asphalt, or concrete without a base plate installation
- Mounting high-voltage gate operator controls or power equipment
- Truck-height access by itself where a taller or double-height pedestal is required
- Replacing a damaged pedestal without checking the base footprint and device mounting pattern
- Bypassing required fire access, emergency access, photo eyes, safety edges, or gate safety circuits
Features and Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Part Number |
Pedestal-PM-Bronze |
| Product Type |
Pad-mount gooseneck keypad pedestal |
| Mounting Style |
Pad mount / curb mount |
| Height |
42 inch |
| Finish Color |
Bronze |
| Construction |
Heavy gauge aluminum construction |
| Finish Type |
Powder coated outdoor finish |
| Typical Devices |
Select keypads, readers, intercom stations, and telephone entry devices |
| Electrical Rating |
Pedestal only - no voltage rating unless supplied with an installed device |
| Package Contents |
Pedestal assembly only unless the product listing or order includes additional hardware |
Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
- Pedestal-PM-Bronze
- Bronze 42 inch keypad pedestal
- Bronze pad-mount gooseneck stand
- Bronze curb-mount keypad pedestal
- Access control gooseneck pedestal
- Driveway gate keypad stand
Related Parts and Service Checks
- Confirm whether the access-control device is surface mount, flush mount, or requires a back box.
- Check the device mounting hole pattern before assuming it will bolt directly to the pedestal faceplate.
- Confirm the concrete pad is level, sound, and positioned correctly for the vehicle lane.
- Plan conduit and low-voltage wiring before the pedestal is anchored.
- Verify driver reach, vehicle approach, gate travel, and safe clearance from moving gate parts.
- Confirm whether the site needs one car-height pedestal, a double-height pedestal, or a separate pedestrian entry station.
Technician Note
Most gooseneck pedestal problems come from layout or device fit, not from the post itself. Before drilling anchors, dry-fit the keypad, reader, or intercom to the faceplate and confirm the driver can reach the device without pulling into the gate path. Also check that the conduit stub-up lands inside the base area and does not block the pedestal from sitting flat.
Before Ordering Checklist
- Confirm the part number is Pedestal-PM-Bronze.
- Confirm that bronze is the correct finish for the gate, fence, or access-control area.
- Confirm that a 42 inch car-height pedestal is correct for the lane.
- Confirm that the installation requires pad mount, not direct burial.
- Confirm that the keypad, reader, intercom, or telephone entry device can mount to the pedestal faceplate.
- Confirm whether anchors, conduit, wire, adapter plates, or back boxes are needed separately.
- Confirm that the pedestal location does not interfere with gate travel, emergency access, or required safety devices.
Installation and Service Notes
Install the pedestal only on a suitable concrete mounting surface using hardware appropriate for the site conditions. Route low-voltage wiring cleanly through the pedestal and protect wiring from sharp edges, water entry, and strain at the mounted device. If the attached device requires power, relay wiring, data wiring, telephone wiring, or access-control integration, follow the device manufacturer's installation requirements.
Do not use this pedestal or any access-control wiring to bypass safety devices, fire access, emergency access, or operator safety circuits. If the gate operator wiring, access-control wiring, or safety circuit is unclear, have the installation checked by a qualified gate, access-control, or low-voltage technician.
Professional Advisory
For gated communities, commercial driveways, parking lots, and residential gate entrances, the pedestal location should be planned before the concrete is drilled. A keypad mounted too close to the gate, too far from the vehicle lane, or at the wrong angle can create nuisance damage and unsafe stopping positions. South Florida installers and local customers may also want to confirm pickup availability for bulky pedestal orders before scheduling the job.
Product Questions & Answers
Is Pedestal-PM-Bronze the correct stand for a driveway keypad?
It may be the correct stand if the keypad is being mounted at standard car height on a concrete pad and the keypad faceplate or enclosure can bolt to the pedestal mounting plate. Confirm the keypad dimensions, hole pattern, wiring path, finish color, and driver reach before ordering.
Can this bronze 42 inch pedestal be used with a telephone entry system?
It can be used with select telephone entry systems, but larger units may require a back box, adapter plate, or heavier pedestal. Verify the enclosure size, mounting pattern, wiring entry, and device weight before assuming a direct fit.
Is this pedestal the same as a direct-burial gooseneck post?
No. This is a pad-mount or curb-mount pedestal designed to anchor to a suitable concrete surface. A direct-burial post is a different style made to be set into the ground and should not be treated as an automatic replacement.
Does the Pedestal-PM-Bronze include the keypad or access-control device?
No. This listing should be treated as the pedestal assembly only unless your order specifically shows additional devices or hardware. Keypads, readers, intercoms, anchors, conduit, wiring, and adapter plates are typically selected separately for the job.
Will the universal bolt pattern fit every brand of keypad?
No universal pattern should be assumed to fit every device without checking. Many common keypads and readers may fit, but faceplate size, hole spacing, cable entry, back box depth, and device enclosure style can vary by manufacturer.
Can this pedestal be used for both cars and trucks?
This 42 inch pedestal is normally used for standard car-height access. If the lane must serve both passenger vehicles and taller trucks, a double-height pedestal or a separate truck-height station may be the better choice.
What should be checked before mounting the pedestal to concrete?
Check the concrete condition, base location, conduit stub-up, wire path, driver reach, gate clearance, and device faceplate fit before drilling anchors. Also confirm the pedestal will not interfere with gate travel, pedestrian access, emergency access, or required safety devices.
