--- title: "Turnstile Gate Dimensions: Lane Widths & Space Planning | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/turnstile-gate-dimensions-kenya description: "Turnstile gate dimensions and space planning: typical lane widths for tripod, flap and swing barriers, cabinet sizes, clearances and how many lanes you need." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/turnstile-gate-dimensions-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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A key that was copied once will open your door for as long as the lock stays the same. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Standard lane: roughly 500 to 600 mm. - Accessible lane: typically 900 mm or wider. - Cabinets: about 1 m high, 1.2 to 1.5 m long. Quick answer Space planning starts with lane width and the number of lanes. Standard pedestrian lanes on tripod and flap turnstiles are roughly 500 to 600 mm wide, while accessible swing lanes are typically 900 mm or wider. Cabinets are usually around a metre high and 1.2 to 1.5 m long. Always confirm against the chosen model's drawings. 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Free site survey in Nairobi and nearby counties. Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Standard lane: roughly 500 to 600 mm. - Accessible lane: typically 900 mm or wider. - Cabinets: about 1 m high, 1.2 to 1.5 m long. - Leave queue space before and after the lanes. - Confirm every size with the model's installation drawing. ## Typical sizes | Type | Typical lane width | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | | Tripod turnstile | About 500 to 550 mm | Arm length sets the passage | | Flap barrier | About 550 to 650 mm | Wide-lane versions available | | Swing barrier | About 900 to 1,200 mm | For wheelchairs and goods | | Full-height | Set by the rotor | Needs a large footprint | **Important**: These are typical ranges for planning only. Final dimensions come from the manufacturer's drawing for the exact model. ## How many lanes? - Count people arriving in the busiest 15 minutes - Divide by what one lane can pass in that time for your reader type - Add one accessible swing lane - Allow space for queues so people don't block the doors Then see [turnstile installation](https://qyvea.co.ke/turnstile-gate-installation-kenya) and [turnstile prices](https://qyvea.co.ke/turnstile-price-in-kenya). ## Frequently asked questions How wide is a turnstile lane? Standard lanes are roughly 500 to 600 mm; accessible lanes are typically 900 mm or wider. How much floor space does a turnstile need? 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