Gooseneck Pedestal-PM-White 42 Inch Pad Mount Access Control Pedestal Details
The Gooseneck Pedestal-PM-White is a white 42 inch pad-mount keypad pedestal for driveway gate, access control, and entry system installations. This style of gooseneck stand is commonly used when a keypad, card reader, intercom station, telephone entry control, or similar low-voltage access device needs to be positioned where a driver can reach it from a vehicle.
This is a pad-mount pedestal, sometimes called a curb-mount gooseneck pedestal. It is intended to anchor to a suitable concrete pad or curb surface. It is not the same as a direct-burial pedestal that is set into the ground.
What This Pedestal Does
This pedestal provides a raised mounting point for access-control devices at a gate entrance, parking lot entrance, community entry, commercial driveway, or controlled access point. The gooseneck shape helps position the keypad or reader toward the driver side of the vehicle while keeping the mounting post secured to the pad.
- Provides a 42 inch mounting height for standard vehicle access-control use
- Supports select keypads, card readers, intercom stations, and telephone entry controls
- Helps route low-voltage wiring through the pedestal when the site is prepared correctly
- Uses a white powder coated finish for outdoor access-control installations
- Designed for pad-mount or curb-mount installations on a suitable concrete surface
Compatible With
The Pedestal-PM-White may be used with select access-control devices that can be mounted to the pedestal faceplate or to a compatible adapter/back box. Common applications include:
- Driveway gate keypads
- Telephone entry systems
- Intercom call stations
- Card readers and proximity readers
- RFID or access credential readers
- Push button entry controls
- Low-voltage access-control accessories with compatible mounting hardware
Important Compatibility Warning
A universal pedestal does not guarantee every keypad, reader, or telephone entry system will bolt up without adjustment. Mounting plates, back boxes, faceplate sizes, cable entry locations, and hole patterns vary by brand and model. Confirm the equipment dimensions and mounting pattern before ordering.
Large telephone entry systems, recessed-mount stations, flush-mount intercoms, oversized card reader housings, and vandal-resistant enclosures may require a separate back box, adapter plate, or a different pedestal style. Do not assume that a similar-looking pedestal will fit the same device.
Comparison With Similar Parts
| Item |
Mounting Style |
Typical Use |
Interchange Caution |
| Pedestal-PM-White |
Pad mount |
Standard car-height access-control device mounting |
Verify faceplate and device mounting pattern |
| Black or bronze pad-mount pedestal |
Pad mount |
Same type of installation with a different finish |
Confirm finish 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 cars 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 and truck access points are needed.
- Wall-mount keypad boxes do not replace a freestanding pedestal.
- Brand-specific pedestals may have different faceplates, hole patterns, finishes, or conduit access points.
- Large telephone entry enclosures may need a heavier 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 control panels or gate operator power equipment
- Truck-height entry by itself where a taller or double-height pedestal is required
- Replacing a damaged post without confirming 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-White |
| Product Type |
Pad-mount gooseneck keypad pedestal |
| Mounting Style |
Pad mount / curb mount |
| Height |
42 inch |
| Finish Color |
White |
| 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-White
- White 42 inch keypad pedestal
- White pad-mount gooseneck stand
- White 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 mounting hole pattern before assuming the device will bolt directly to the pedestal faceplate.
- Confirm the concrete pad is sound, level, and sized for the pedestal base.
- Plan conduit and low-voltage wiring before anchoring the pedestal.
- Verify vehicle approach, driver reach, gate swing/slide path, and safe clearance from moving gate parts.
- Confirm whether the site needs one pedestal, a dual-height pedestal, or a separate pedestrian access station.
Technician Note
Most pedestal problems are not caused by the pedestal itself. They usually come from the wrong mounting style, poor conduit placement, a keypad that does not match the faceplate, or a pedestal installed too close to the moving gate. Before drilling anchors, dry-fit the device on the faceplate and confirm the driver can reach the keypad without pulling into the gate path.
Before Ordering Checklist
- Confirm the part number is Pedestal-PM-White.
- Confirm that white is the correct finish for the job.
- Confirm that a 42 inch car-height pedestal is correct for the vehicle lane.
- Confirm that the job calls for pad mount, not direct burial.
- Confirm that the keypad, reader, intercom, or telephone entry device can mount to the faceplate.
- Confirm whether anchors, conduit, wire, adapter plates, or back boxes are needed separately.
- Confirm that mounting location does not interfere with gate travel, emergency access, or required safety devices.
Installation and Service Notes
Install the pedestal only on a suitable mounting surface using hardware appropriate for the concrete condition and site requirements. Low-voltage wiring should be routed cleanly through the pedestal and protected from sharp edges, water entry, and strain at the device. If the installed device requires power, relay wiring, network wiring, telephone wiring, or access-control integration, follow the device manufacturer's wiring instructions.
Do not use this pedestal to bypass safety devices or emergency access requirements. If the access-control wiring, gate operator safety circuits, fire access equipment, or site wiring is unclear, have the installation checked by a qualified gate, access control, or low-voltage technician.
Professional Advisory
For commercial gates, gated communities, parking lots, and multi-user access systems, pedestal location matters as much as the part itself. A keypad mounted at the wrong height or too close to the gate can create vehicle reach problems, nuisance damage, or unsafe stopping positions. Confirm layout, device fit, conduit routing, and gate safety requirements before final mounting.
Product Questions & Answers
Is Pedestal-PM-White 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, and desired driver reach before ordering.
Can this 42 inch pedestal be used with a telephone entry system?
It can be used with select telephone entry systems, but larger telephone entry units may require a back box, adapter plate, or a 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-White 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.
