Air Impact FAQ
FAQ for air impact markers
Air Impact FAQ
Model 78 Mite-E-Mark: a double-acting air impact marker
Information about Mite-E-Mark suggested air diagram.
Air Impact FAQ
Model 288 3 ton double acting Air cylinder return position sensor
Question about position sensor in model 288 double acting 3 ton air impact marker.
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
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
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
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