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Door Opening Size (Width) |
Recommended Rail Size (Length) |
24 In. |
4.5 Ft. |
28 In. |
5.5 Ft. |
30 In. |
5.5 Ft. |
32 In. |
6 Ft. |
36 In. |
6.6 Ft. |
38 In. |
7 Ft. |
40 In. |
7.5 Ft. |
42 In. |
8 Ft. |
For all other Door Opening Sizes, use this formula to find the Recommended Minimum Rail Length (Single Rails Only) |
(Door Opening * 2) + 6" (Round up to the nearest half-foot) |
For Bypass Systems, use this formula to find the Recommended Minimum Rail Length | (Door Opening + 6") |