Is this a magnetic switch? The Woodstock catalog does not describe this switch as magnetic, but some reviewers here seem to think it is.
1625237
No it is not.. been through this myself. I needed a simple on off contact switch this one was it.
1625238
This is NOT a magnetic switch. I use this switch out the box for fractional hp at 120 or 220. For any application where a magnetic switch is used, this would serve to engage/disengage the magnetic switch.
1625239
Yes it is when used for 240v single phase. The contacts are magnetized and when power supply is lost or interrupted the contacts are returned to open position requiring you to re-engage the switch by pressing the start button. Marcus may be referring to a three phase magnetic switch which is set up differently.If you are still doubtful you can call the manufacture tech support ( I did to confirm ) Woodstock International, Inc.P.O. Box 2309Bellingham, WA98227-2309 USAPhone: (360) 734-3482Fax: (800) 647-8801
1625240
I can not say that it is, or is not, a magnetic switch. I can tell you that it performs the same function for me. I use these on my woodshop tools. I have tested them by turning on a tool, then turning the circuit off to simulate a power outage. When the breaker is switched back on, the tools do not re-start. You must physically turn the tool back on. Great, and necessary safety feature.
1625241
It is a magnetic switch, so you must match the switch voltage to the tool being switched. For instance, if you use a 220v switch to operate a 110v router, there will not be enough voltage to hold the switch in the on position.
115367
I wanted to make a note that a magnet does not always prove that it is stainless steel. It depends on what is in the steel. There are some stainless steel that a magnet will still not be magnetized to.
1627371
No, it's not magnetic. It's metal. The magnets you stick to it are magnetic. If the locker was magnetic, it would be scary all the tools flying towards it in my garage.
694010
No this is not magnetic. It has its own tape backing to adhere it to your battery. Nothing else.
1555039
I returned that fan as soon as I got it. It wasn't what I expected at all. Sorry, I know nothing about the switch. It was a long time ago, but if I recall, it was most likely an electronic switch. It was not the best quality fan, somewhat bigger and not very powerful, if I am remembering correctly.
425869
Well, I checked and the magnet barely has any pull. I looked it up though and apparently this is still normal and doesn't mean it's not stainless steel. Here's a reliable source of info on it. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-dont-magnets-work-on/
597982
I have magnets from travels on mine. It is a decent magnetic pull. Better than my refrigerator....I judge it as fairly strong. Good luck!
449820
Yes, it is magnetic, we have an induction cooktop and it works wonderfully with this type of surface. Enjoy!
1839824
No, it is not magnetic. I got out my neodymium magnets and they would not stick ot the Cuisinart pan. I tried a Farberware pan and another stainless steel pan- Living Home brand and they were magnetic.
1093176
Not magnetic itself but I don't know if it will stick to a magnet. I wouldn't think so-I think it may be aluminum.
1226315
Brad, this is not a magnetic switch but it has a safety feature in that you will have to manually reset after each time it is turned off. This is accomplished by lifting up on the red paddle before you press the green on switch. This is accomplished by the red plastic paddle being manually "locked into" a detent everytime it is pressed into stop. Some may feel it is a hassle and may even defeat this by grinding off the little nubs that lock it in. Personaly I got used to it quickly. Hope this answers your question.
488362
No - I was moving and didn't know if my new place would have a magnetic fridge. Turns out, it does. If your fridge is magnetic, you're good to go. But - I also wanted the plate for aesthetic reasons, so I could choose to mount them on the wall if I wanted to.
1564523
Yes, it's magnetic. I've never had it open as long as nothing is forcing it open.
185710
No, the tool itself is not magnetized. Perhaps you could use magnetic bits with the tool, but the tool does not come with the bits or sockets.
442973
It is not magnetic. It is a removable wall cling (like a thick sticker), and comes with a dry erase marker. We love ours!
1279346
No it is not magnetic in that I put a kitchen magnet on it and it did not stick. Does that answer your question?
1610212
cant remember if it was magnetic or not. but what i do remember is that it had a locking system for the bit. you pull the tip up or down to lock the bit in place. i misplaced mine so i cant varify whether or not its magnetic.