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Chicken Coop Door Opener With 12” Stroke

$215.00

For those who enjoy hands-on work or already have a door for their coop, this Chicken Coop Door Actuator is a worthwhile option to consider. This particular Coop Door Actuator is a good choice for standard-sized chicken breeds, with a stroke length of 12 inches, providing enough space for your chickens to move in and out of the coop comfortably.

How To Customize Your Chicken Door

Standard chicken Door

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Our standard coop door, complete with an AC adapter and controller that allows you to set open/close times on your door.

Wifi Chicken Door

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Similar to the standard door, but comes with a Wi-Fi controller that allows you to remotely control the door’s open/close times via an app.

AC Adapter (Default)

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This adapter is the default power option included with the door. It plugs into a wall outlet and supplies safe, low-voltage power to your chicken door.

12 Volt Power Cord

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Add an additional power option to your door. The 12-volt cord connects a 12-volt source—such as a solar battery box or adapter—to your chicken door.

3 FT Power Cord

3 ft power cord

The 3 ft power cord is a short cable that carries low-voltage power from the source (such as your AC adapter or 12V battery) to the chicken door/controller.

Solar Kit

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The complete solar setup- The solar panel turns sunlight into electricity. The electricity feeds into the solar battery box, which contains a 12V battery and a charge controller.

Solar Panel

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The solar panel is a flat panel that makes DC electricity when light hits it. It feeds that power into the solar battery box.

Solar Battery Box

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The solar battery box stores and manages power, allowing the door to operate at any time.

What makes Smart Chicken Door the right choice?

Predator Free automatic chicken door

Predator Free

Built from high-quality aluminum, this door resists tough predators like raccoons and foxes that can chew or claw through wood or wire. Remote monitoring allows you to check the status from anywhere, providing added peace of mind.

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One-Year Warranty

Enjoy a one-year warranty on ALL of our products. If you experience any issues with your Smart Chicken Door within the first year, it will be repaired or replaced at no additional cost.

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Heavy Duty

These doors are crafted from lightweight yet durable aluminum, which won’t bend, warp, or break like wood or plastic doors. With weather-resistant seals and an automatic locking mechanism, the door keeps predators out and withstands all types of weather.

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USA Made

Made in the USA and Amish‑built for uncompromising craftsmanship. Every Smart Chicken Auto Door is precision-assembled with durable materials and rigorous quality control, ensuring a door that works right, lasts long, and earns your trust.

Questions about Our Smart Chicken doors

Yes, it does! Here is a video showing how the timer is set on our automatic door:

Yes! The door will not hurt your chickens if they happen to be in the entrance when it closes. It has a safety sensor to ensure that the door will stop before it crushes your hens.

We aim to build doors that last for as long as you need them. However, we offer a one-year warranty on ALL of our products. If there are any problems with your door within the first year, it will be repaired or replaced at no additional cost!

No, the installation process is quite simple and may only take up to an hour. The door comes with clear instructions and all the necessary parts. In most cases, you will only need a screwdriver and a drill. Our blog covers other must-know auto coop door questions, including a complete guide on how to install the doors.

Our customers occasionally mention the door squeaking, which can be taken care of by lubricating the actuator on your door.

Measurements for Actuator:

  • 12″ stroke ( for a 12″ door opening) 
  • Extended 29 1/4″  
  • Retracted 17 1/4″

If you like hands-on work, and want to ensure that your chickens are safe from the neighborhood fox, this Coop Door Actuator is a good fit for you. This coop door is hand-made, not made by machine, and slides vertically or horizontally in a linear motion. Included with the kit is an electric cable, and a timer controller for easy programming, allowing you to set timers for the door to open and close. This automatic door opener is also compatible with solar as well as battery. If you have a sunny location, our solar kit may be an additional option you may want to consider.

Because we care about the well-being of your chickens, we have safety features installed in the coop door kit, and the actuator will move the door slowly enough to provide your birds with ample time to get in and out of the coop.

Please note: The video references a camera view, but that feature is no longer supported.
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Hassle-free
Chicken Door Setup

The SmartPet Auto Door is designed for hassle-free setup, with a straightforward installation process that requires no specialized tools. Its wireless design allows for easy connection to your WiFi network, and the included app lets you control and monitor the door remotely, so you can get your door up and running quickly and focus on what matters most—your flocks.

Learn how to Predator Proof your Coop and Keep your flock safe with an automatic chicken door