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Marc Steele

Marc has been in the marking business for over 15 years. He provides technical assistance through emails and online chat.
Air Impact FAQ

Model 78 exhausts “too much air”

Q: For the Model 78,  when it impacts it seems to exhaust a lot of air. This is normal correct? Its just some sort of a quick exhaust? A: The seals are design to release the air when the marker contacts the part. The cylinder is not design to remain in Read more

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsOctober 12, 2018 ago
I-Mark

I-Mark Scribe Video

I-Mark scribe video with diamond pin.

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsOctober 12, 2018 ago
Bar Stock Marker

Loading height for 4040SD barstock marker

Q: What is the load height of the 4 sided barstock marker model 4040SD? A: The base includes holes for leveling feet and lagging to the floor however they are not included with the machine.  Attached is a screen shot of what comes in the the base standard.  The load Read more

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsOctober 12, 2018 ago
78, air impact marker, Mite-E-Mark
Air Impact Applications

Mite-E-Mark Video

Short video showing the operation of the Mite-E-Mark

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsOctober 11, 2018 ago
Air Impact FAQ

Connector Style for Model 288

Q: What sensor is integrated in the model 288-OB-25-D? A:   Eurofast: Small metric (M12 x 1 thread)10 volt/ 65 voltDC4 pin, 3 wire, normally open (+, pnp sourcing)Used in -E option of Model 78 Mite-E-Mark or -D of other air impact markers and hot stamping systems

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsOctober 9, 2018 ago
Air Impact FAQ

Model 288 Tube/Pipe Size and connections?

Q: What is the NPT and the Tube size required to install the model 288? A:  The tube size is 3/8” with a ½” shop air line into the valve. The air connection is 3/8″ NPT. For the complete operation guide please see the following document – http://www.columbiamt.com/CMT-Impact-Marking/Catalog/288_OG_and_parts.pdf

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsOctober 9, 2018 ago
Air Impact FAQ

Return position sensor for model 88?

Q: Does the model 88 have a switch to tell that it’s returned and away from the part? A: No. The model 88 does not have return switch because the return force is generated with a spring. The model 88 is a single acting cylinder – air forward, spring return. Read more

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsOctober 8, 2018 ago
Handy Andy

Handy Andy not running on Windows 10? Digital Signature issue.

While CMT has been working with Microsoft to get the digital signatures working, sometimes the drivers might not load correctly. HandyAndy_Drivers_1.2.3.zip Please download and run this exe. to fix the issue with your Handy Andy. 

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsOctober 8, 2018 ago
Air Impact FAQ

Air Requirements for Air Impact Markers

Air Requirements A simple chart gives various information for Air Impact Models. The information includes the bore size, stroke length, and relative time to extend, CV, SCFM, and expected drop in pressure of the compressed air. The Air Impact Marker is not generated solely dependent on the air flow. The Read more

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsAugust 19, 2018 ago
Air Impact FAQ

Wiring Information for CMT Eurofast Air Impact Marker Connector and others

CMT uses Turck Brand sensors. The wiring instructions are all provided by Turck.  Q: What is the wiring instructions A: These are provided my the manufacturer.  Turck Sensor Wiring Explaination

By Marc Steele, 7 yearsAugust 17, 2018 ago

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