Carl's Golf Simulator Enclosure Comparison Chart
Key Deciding Factors
| Enclosure kits with impact screen | DIY Kit | Pro Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Why buy this kit? | Our DIY Golf Enclosure Kit offers you an easy, entry-level way to build a safe place to swing your clubs and takes the guesswork out of designing your enclosure. | Carl's Pro Golf Simulator Enclosure Kit offers a high-end enclosure with top-of-the-line performance. It's available in wider, deeper bays with additional safety features providing you with an all-in-one solution perfect for home or commercial use. |
| Impact Screen8 | Standard, Preferred, or Premium Golf Screen | Premium Golf Screen |
| Ceiling Fabric | Black Nylon | Black Knit or Sprinkler System Compliant Netting |
| Wall Fabric | Black Nylon | Black Knit (Similar to Spandex) |
| Frame Connectors | 1-inch Steel Fittings | 2-inch Steel Fittings |
| Size Specific Diagram and Assembly Manual | Detailed Instructions | Detailed Instructions |
| Frame Sizes1 | DIY Kit | Pro Kit |
| Max Height | 124.75 | 125.5-inches (10.5 Ft) |
| Max Width | 163.33 | 249.5 |
| Max Depth | 118.25 | Varies: If the frame height is 120-inches or less, then the max depth is 249.5-inches. However, if the height is greater than 120-inches then the max depth is 200-inches. |
| Custom Sizes | Yes, customizable sizes. | Yes, customizable sizes. |
| Optional (Add-Ons) | DIY Kit | Pro Kit |
| Pipe Framing Kit2 | Pre-Cut 1-inch EMT Sold Separately | Pre-Cut 2-inch EMT Sold Separately |
| Foam Insert Kit3 | Optional | Optional |
| Back Cover Kit and Pipe Kit4 | Optional back cover blocks excessive ambient light | Optional back cover blocks excessive ambient light |
| Launch Monitor Mount5 | Not Compatible | Optional Overhead Mounting |
| Projector Mount6 | Ceiling or Floor Mount | Frame Mount, Ceiling, Drop-Mount, or Floor Options |
| Vinyl Ceiling Baffles7 | Optional | Optional |
| Timeline | DIY Kit | Pro Kit |
| Handling Time: Made to Order in Approximately | 5 Business Days | 10 Business Days |
| Shipping Time: Delivery Options Are Available After Adding the Item to Your Cart | Selected Delivery Time | Selected Delivery Time |
| Tools | DIY Kit | Pro Kit |
| You Will Need | Wrench or 1/2" socket, 3/16" Hex key, Rubber mallet, Pliers, Ladder | 6mm Hex Bit Socket and Ratchet and 8-Ft Ladder |
1 Size: Make sure to choose the right enclosure size by measuring your space and checking the frame specifications chart on the enclosure product pages for actual frame dimensions.
2 Frame Pipes: Our Golf Enclosure Kits require pipes to assemble the frame. Pipe Framing Kits are an add-on if you don't want to source or cut your own.
- PRO Enclosure: Requires 2-inch, EMT Pipes. Or add the Pipe Framing Kit with pre-cut and marked 2-inch EMT pipe in the exact lengths required for the Pro Golf Simulator Enclosure Kit - no pipe cutting or hauling required!
- International Shipments: If you are shipping this item inside the 48 United States or Canada, we recommend purchasing the 2-inch EMT, since they can be challenging to source locally. However, if you are shipping this product outside this area, consider the "No Pipes" option as freight shipping will be cost-prohibitive.
- Tip: Be sure you have access to 2-inch EMT pipes locally before selecting the "No Pipes" option.
- DIY Enclosure: Requires 1-inch EMT, which can be found at any local hardware store. Or add the Pipe Framing Kit if you'd rather have us include black, powder-coated EMT pipes pre-cut to the exact lengths required - no pipe cutting or hauling required!
3 Foam Inserts: Optional foam inserts block the ball from hitting the pipe frame; they slip behind the screen flaps and cover the pipes. These inserts are not visible from the front of your enclosure and are sold separately. If you need a lower cost, the immediate solution you can also consider is foam pipe insulation, from your local hardware store, to help reduce ricochet from frame ball strikes.
4 Back Cover Kit: Carl's C-Series Golf Enclosures unlocked the potential to add a back cover kit to your simulator. The back covers wrap around the back of the enclosure, behind the impact screen to block excessive ambient light. Back Cover Kits are also useful when installing your enclosure on high-pile carpet where golf balls can sneak under the screen. Just like with our enclosures, you can save a few bucks by sourcing and cutting your own pipes for the back covers, or you can buy pre-cut pipes directly from us.
5 Overhead Launch Monitor Mount: The 2-inch EMT pipes of the Pro Enclosure can hold mounts for frame-mounting overhead launch monitors including: Uneekor QED, EYE XO, EYE XO2, and GCHawk.
6 Projector Mount Options:
- Pro Enclosure: Compatible with Frame Mounted, Ceiling Mounted, Drop-Mounted, or Floor Mounted Projectors. See Projector Accessories for options.
- DIY Enclosure: Compatible with Ceiling Mounted, Drop-Mounted, or Floor Mounted Projectors. See Projector Accessories for options.
7 Safety Ceiling Baffles: Baffles are a strip of black vinyl that hang from the ceiling and are meant to catch and drop errant shots. Baffles are an optional extra layer of safety but depending on the height of your enclosure and the placement of your projector may cause shadows on the screen.
8 Screen Information: All our impact screens should withstand several thousands of strikes from even the best golfers and are made for use with real golf balls. Our Standard Material is the best value for home use. Our Preferred Material gives a better image than standard for just a few extra dollars, great for home or light commercial use. Our Premium Material is the top-seller for commercial and home use.
Resources:
How to Choose a Golf Impact Screen Material
How To Clean Your Golf Impact Screen, and Make It Last
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