So, I heard a strange noise in the shop tonight...

[erasmussen]

I really like the "mushroom' locking switch design like the MiniMax. My Shop Fox jointer has that, too. I know Powermatic jointers also use a switch like that. Anyone know where I can find one of these? I'm sure they're not cheap. I could just wire a toggle switch to kill the power. I have to admit I'm not sure what an A/B switch is, but hey - if it works...... :icon_thum For now, unplugging is free. :wink:



You can pick one up at your local electric supply
Most industrel machines have them, very common item

 

[woodguy1975]

I really like the "mushroom' locking switch design like the MiniMax. My Shop Fox jointer has that, too. I know Powermatic jointers also use a switch like that. Anyone know where I can find one of these? I'm sure they're not cheap. I could just wire a toggle switch to kill the power. I have to admit I'm not sure what an A/B switch is, but hey - if it works...... :icon_thum For now, unplugging is free.

Most of those E-stop style starters are a little pricy. A/B - allen bradley. The starter I have from my jointer is old school. Heavy duty with heaters and all. They were built much different in those days. It really isn't right for you though. Call Wilke Machinery and see if you can't get an E-stop style switch like what comes on my Yorkie planer for a good price. If you find one for under $100 I'd get it.

John

 

[NZAPP1]

The A/B switch or starter they are talking about is a Allen Bradley starters and push buttons. That is all I use I will remove the original plastic switches and contactors and replace with the A/B equipment they cost more but are worth it. I have spent the early part of my electrical career working in paper mill and the only relays, push buttons and starters where A/B. We would rewire every machine that did not come with that control system. I also use the push / pull E STOP switches on all my equipment.