Q: Change Proximity sensor to another brand

The double acting air impact markers have an integrated position sensor option. The following questions has come up quite a bit.

Q: I have visited your website and noticed that the proximity sensors you use are Turck. I would like to know what style proximity sensor this is and if it could be cross referenced to a Cutler Hammer. My customer carries the Cutler Hammer switch in their crib and does not wish to increase their inventory. Is the proximity sensor a tubular style sensor? Any information would be greatly appreciated.

A: Our markers use Cyl Indicators which are not tubular. Below are the features:

1) Fixed distance so the impact marker vibration doesn't cause adjustment to loosen up.

2) the housing has a 90 degree connector for tight clearance.

3) The 90 also swivels 360 degrees for cord routing.

4) The probe is mounted into the cylinder housing and senses the actual piston position.

5) The housing of the indicator is a bolt on type which also uses an O-RING seal tested for 250 psi.

6) The Turck brand at present is the only indicator that CMT installs as the probe sensing leads have a spiral wrap which allows for the shock of the impact. All others tested failed quickly, some only lasted 5 cycles.

7) The CMT 1 year standard warranty is only valid when the CMT standard cyl. indicator is used.