Construction:

The Candy Switch housing is a gasketed aluminum cast providing a NEMA-12 dust tight, drip proof rating. The input shaft is steel with a black oxide finish and is supported by self-lubricating bushings. The reference scale on top of each unit is available in glass or Lexan plastic. Each Candy Switch model has (2) 1/2" NPT outlets to accommodate circuit connection.

Dwell and Timing:

When setting up and adjusting the Candy Switch, it should be noted that the dwell and timing are independent adjustments. A change in the timing does not affect the dwell. However, a change in the dwell may affect the timing, depending on whether the dwell adjustment is made on the leading edge or trailing edge of the cam.

Reference Scale:

Each Candy Switch model has a reference scale located on top of the switch. This scale defines relative values for both dwell and timing. Operators may use this scale to define limits of adjustment or to return to a previously established set of values. Standard models are shipped with glass scales, however, Lexan plastic scales are available when glass is not suitable.

Repeatability:

The Candy Switch series is typically accurate to within 1/2 to 1% with slight variations depending on the model and operating speeds.

Banking:

Any number of Candy Switches may be banked together for multiple circuit control. Different models may be mixed in the bank depending on application requirements. Four (4) 1/4"-20 threaded rods are required as tie rods through the bank. The CS-30 banking gears (one per switch) may be used to gear the switches together. In this arrangement, Candy recommends that every other switch be ordered to run in the opposite direction as the one before it.

An alternative to this banking arrangement employs the CS-56 Idler Gear Unit between switches. This serves to separate the Candy Switches by 3/8" allowing for a third gear in the train causing each input shaft to rotate in the same direction. See accessory notes for more details.