Description
The LiftMaster 50-PL48P40 BD Loops 4' x 8' Preformed Pave-Over Vehicle Detection Loop with 40' Lead-In is designed for vehicle detection applications used with compatible automatic gate, barrier gate, parking and access control systems. Featuring a 4-foot x 8-foot preformed loop with a 40-foot lead-in, the 50-PL48P40 provides professional installers with a ready-to-install loop configuration for compatible pave-over applications.
Vehicle detection loops are commonly incorporated into automatic gate systems to detect vehicle presence or movement when connected to compatible loop detection equipment. The 50-PL48P40 provides a clearly defined 4' x 8' loop size, pave-over construction and 40' lead-in, allowing installers to select the appropriate configuration for the project.
Product Highlights:
- Brand: BD Loops
- LiftMaster Part Number: 50-PL48P40
- Product Type: Preformed Vehicle Detection Loop
- Installation Type: Pave-Over
- Loop Size: 4' x 8'
- Lead-In Length: 40'
- Preformed loop configuration
- Designed for compatible vehicle detection systems
- Suitable for automatic gate and barrier gate applications
- Designed for professional access-control installations
- Used with compatible vehicle loop detection equipment
LiftMaster 50-PL48P40 4' x 8' Vehicle Detection Loop
The LiftMaster 50-PL48P40 combines a 4' x 8' detection loop, 40-foot lead-in and preformed pave-over construction into one installation-ready configuration.
Loop dimensions, lead-in length and installation style are important considerations when selecting vehicle detection equipment. The 50-PL48P40 gives installers a specific configuration for projects requiring:
4' x 8' Loop + Preformed Pave-Over Construction + 40' Lead-In
Customers searching by exact model may also find this product using terms such as LiftMaster 50-PL48P40, BD Loops PL48P40, 4x8 vehicle loop, 4' x 8' gate loop, or 4x8 preformed detection loop with 40' lead-in.
Preformed Pave-Over Vehicle Detection Loop
The 50-PL48P40 is a preformed pave-over loop, making its installation method an important distinction from other vehicle detection loop products.
Pave-over loops are intended for installations where the loop is incorporated into the applicable paving project rather than installed as a conventional saw-cut loop in an existing finished surface.
Installers should verify that a pave-over preformed loop is appropriate for the planned installation before ordering.
4' x 8' Loop with 40' Lead-In
The 4-foot x 8-foot dimensions distinguish the 50-PL48P40 from other BD Loops configurations with larger or smaller detection areas.
The specified 40-foot lead-in provides the connection length associated with this particular loop configuration.
Before ordering, verify the three primary specifications:
- Loop Size: 4' x 8'
- Installation Style: Preformed Pave-Over
- Lead-In Length: 40'
If a project requires different loop dimensions or a different lead-in length, select the appropriate vehicle detection loop configuration rather than substituting based only on appearance.
Vehicle Detection for Automatic Gate Systems
The LiftMaster 50-PL48P40 can be incorporated into compatible vehicle detection systems serving automatic gates and controlled vehicle entrances.
Potential applications include compatible:
- Automatic slide gate systems
- Automatic swing gate systems
- Barrier gate operators
- Parking access systems
- Commercial vehicle entrances
- Gated communities
- Controlled-access facilities
- Vehicle entry and exit lanes
The specific function of the loop depends on the detector, gate operator, control configuration and overall system design.
Vehicle Loop Detection Equipment
A preformed loop such as the 50-PL48P40 is one component of a complete vehicle detection system.
Depending on the installation, customers may also require compatible:
- Vehicle loop detectors
- Gate operator control equipment
- Safety devices
- Photo eyes
- Additional detection loops
- Access control equipment
- Gate operators
- Barrier gate operators
- Installation accessories
This makes the 50-PL48P40 a strong product to internally link with GatePoint Solutions' Vehicle Detection Systems, Gate Operators, Barrier Gate Operators, and related installation accessory collections.
50-PL48P40 vs. Other Preformed Loop Sizes
BD Loops configurations are available with different loop dimensions and lead-in lengths, so customers should identify the exact configuration required for the installation.
For example, the LiftMaster 50-PL48P40 provides a 4' x 8' loop with a 40' lead-in, while the LiftMaster 50-PL612P40 provides a larger 6' x 12' loop with a 40' lead-in.
Creating dedicated pages for each configuration makes it easier for installers to select the correct loop while strengthening searches for specific dimensions such as:
- 4x8 vehicle detection loop
- 4x8 preformed loop
- 6x12 vehicle detection loop
- Pave-over gate loop
- 40-foot lead-in loop
- BD Loops vehicle detection loop
Choosing the Correct Vehicle Detection Loop
Before ordering the LiftMaster 50-PL48P40, verify that the project requires:
4' x 8' loop dimensions
Preformed pave-over installation
40' lead-in length
The correct vehicle detection loop depends on the site design, detection requirements, installation method and compatible detection equipment.
LiftMaster 50-PL48P40 / BD Loops PL48P40
The LiftMaster 50-PL48P40 BD Loops 4' x 8' Preformed Pave-Over Vehicle Detection Loop with 40' Lead-In is designed for professional installers building or servicing compatible vehicle detection systems for automatic gates, barrier gates and controlled vehicle entrances.
Also searched as a LiftMaster 50-PL48P40, 50-PL48P40 loop, BD Loops PL48P40, BD Loops 4x8 loop, 4x8 vehicle detection loop, 4' x 8' induction loop, preformed loop wire, preformed vehicle loop, pave-over loop, gate operator detection loop, automatic gate vehicle loop, barrier gate loop, or 40-foot lead-in vehicle loop.
Installation Note: Confirm the required loop dimensions, installation method, lead-in length and compatibility with the planned vehicle detection equipment before ordering.
Special Order Item: This product is a special order item. Please allow additional time for processing and fulfillment before shipment.

