does anyone use a thomson saginaw actuator?

[drhydro]

Howdy folks,
I have a thomson saginaw actuator that i have some questions about. I was under the impression that it uses a hall effect sensor, but in talking with the folks at skyvision they informed me it was a reed switch. How can i tell the difference?
Thanks in advance :-D

 

[mkm4]

Howdy folks,
I have a thomson saginaw actuator that i have some questions about. I was under the impression that it uses a hall effect sensor, but in talking with the folks at skyvision they informed me it was a reed switch. Thanks in advance :-D

They make both types.

How can i tell the difference?

You have to open up the motor housing and take a look. If you don't see a Reed sensor or switch, it uses a Hall sensor.

Actuator Wiring
Replacement Reed Switch for Saginaw
Pictures of Reed Sensors
How It Works: Motor On A Hall Effect Switch
How It Works: Reed Switch Motor With A Transistor

 

[drhydro]

Well i found out the actuator i have does have a reed switch, thanks for the input :-D

 

[tdti1]

Thomson Saginaw is the top of the line arm, best you can get.