Announcing: MAXSYS Wireless Remote for CT-vacs

[nclemmons]

Took about 10 minutes to install, largely because I was searching for the T-15 Torx bit and the 5mm hex key.

Instructions were straight forward and easy to follow.  Thanks for including photos as those make it so much easier to understand. 

The unit works like a charm.  I'm not pairing another MaxSys just yet, but the ease of integration is certainly making me consider it!

LOVE the integration of all functions on the 'auto' setting of the CT-26 now.  Excellent work, Rick!

Neil

 

[rmwarren]

Took about 10 minutes to install, largely because I was searching for the T-15 Torx bit and the 5mm hex key.

Instructions were straight forward and easy to follow.  Thanks for including photos as those make it so much easier to understand. 

The unit works like a charm.  I'm not pairing another MaxSys just yet, but the ease of integration is certainly making me consider it!

LOVE the integration of all functions on the 'auto' setting of the CT-26 now.  Excellent work, Rick!

Neil

Ditto - to the word. Even found a home for the fob [big grin]:

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RMW

 

[nclemmons]

I have a boom arm on a CT-26.  For now, I used a zip tie to attach the remote about 3.5 feet up from the end of the hose.  Will try it there and see if it snags anything.  I debated attaching to an apron but I don't always wear one so decided to keep it on the hose as a start.

 

[Rick Christopherson]

If you want to talk about a remote holder for the nozzle end, hit me up or have your buddy do it.

Yeah, I've come to realize how valuable a remote pocket would be for the end of a hose. If I can find one, I'll offer it as a consignment-type accessory, where I won't take any markup, but offer it to buyers at-cost for whatever the maker chooses. My friend hasn't said "no", but I think he wants to blackmail me for a free Maxsys to take a look. (Yeah, I taught him that trick.) [big grin]

 

[jwaite550]

Hi Rick,
Love the MAXSYS!! It works great and your attention to detail is awesome!  Thanks for saving me many steps!  Jeff

 

[justaguy]

I'm really thrilled to be hearing how happy everyone is. Please keep posting. This is great.

I want to thank everyone for their support in making this happen.

Hi Rick - want to add some more happy people. Post some SCG-10s for sale  [wink]

 

[onevw]

Just did the install and all went very well. Also a very nice job on the instructions some of the best instructions I have used.
I does have about a 2 or 3 second delay when pushing the off button before the vac shout down.

Rick

 

[Rick Christopherson]

I does have about a 2 or 3 second delay when pushing the off button before the vac shout down.

Yes, that's the same delay when you use a power tool. It's what Festool designed into the vac to clear the hose after the tool (or remote, in this case) shuts down. Maxsys shuts down as soon as you press the button, but the vac will run for a couple of seconds afterward.

 

[rmwarren]

I does have about a 2 or 3 second delay when pushing the off button before the vac shout down.

Yes, that's the same delay when you use a power tool. It's what Festool designed into the vac to clear the hose after the tool (or remote, in this case) shuts down. Maxsys shuts down as soon as you press the button, but the vac will run for a couple of seconds afterward.

Which took me 5 minutes to figger out for myself, I kept pushing buttons then decided I had to return it as defective until it dawned on me.  [doh] 

RMW

 

[Rick Christopherson]

For those of you waiting for the Dust Collector option, the electrical enclosures just arrived (weren't expected until Monday). The solid state power relays are also expected on Monday. So aside from figuring out mounting hardware, etc., these should be ready to ship early next week.

The enclosures are UL listed and liquid-tight with a clear cover. They are approximately 7" x 7" x 3". They can be mounted on the wall, or left on the floor. (The wall mounting holes are under the 4 cover screws.)

The enclosure will have a 5-foot input power cord and a 5-foot output power cord. If you wish these cut to a different length, please let me know. They come from a 10-foot extension cord cut in half. (Either 10 or 15 foot, I can't remember what I just ordered.)

The solid state relay is rated for 40 amps, and is universal for 120 to 240 volts (120-volt NEMA 5-15 is the default power cord type.) (The relay is capable of driving a 480-volt load, but Maxsys and the controls need 120 to 240.)

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[Rick Christopherson]

I forgot to mention above that I bought a few extra parts of everything. So if anyone else is interested in the DC kit, let me know.

 

[GhostFist]

Just to add mine came in on Thursday. simple installation. Works a treat.  Going to be real handy.
Thanks

 

[ccmviking]

Rick packaged mine up with 2 units.  One for my CT36 and the other to hook to my Felder RL160.  I have Felders auto start box installed in the RL so that it turns the dust collector on when I start my slider.  My RL160 is also plumbed to my Edgebander, CNC, Pocket hole machine and Kapex.  Now I have wireless start/stop of the RL from all my work stations.  It really works great and was a simple install as others have stated. 

Thanks Rick! 

 

[Dom]

I'm getting all exited for delivery now  [big grin]

 

[Rick Christopherson]

I'm getting all exited for delivery now  [big grin]

In the past I have found that shipping into the UK goes pretty fast. I once had one get there in 3 days, but that was some sort of fluke. I expect that yours should be arriving in just a few more days.

But I really took it in the shorts on all international shipments. The USPS just did an unannounced massive price increase on international small flat rate boxes. The cost to Canada doubled, and the cost elsewhere went up by 1/3.

 

[Dom]

I know it's in the lap of the gods I had some systainer clips from etsy shipped usps and it went backward and forward over the Atlantic four times .

Sad I know but it's one of those things I've wanted for a couple of years and I'm like a big kid at Christmas and am stamping by feet  [wink]

 

[Rick Christopherson]

Just to give an update on the Dust Collector option that several people have requested. They are taking a little more time to assemble than I expected, but I am pleased with the final outcome. With the clear cover, you can easily tell these are not the el-cheapo DC remotes you'll find at Rockler or Woodcraft that can barely handle a small DC unit.

Just for reference, the power relay and heatsink are 3 inches tall. They are rated at 40 amps at either 120/240/480 volts. As soon as I finish filling the orders, I'll make one for my own 240V, 3hp Powermatic twin bag DC. I've always wanted a DC remote for my Powermatic for when I'm running the planer and wide belt sander. I'm even going to rig one up for the pneumatic solenoid on my compressor so I can control the valve from either the workshop or garage. That's going to be really handy, because the wide belt sander needs both compressed air for controls and dust collection, and these are each on opposite ends of my shop.

The default setup comes with both an inlet and outlet power cord in either 120 or 240 volt configuration. But as a few have already learned, we can rig this up to tie directly into some existing DC controls.

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[Cheese]

Looks real good Rick...can't wait to get mine. [thumbs up]

 

[rljatl]

Sounds good, Rick.  Just out of curiosity, if I ever decided to use it on a 240v tool/dust collector, what would I have to do to change it from 120 to 240 volt?

 

[Rick Christopherson]

Sounds good, Rick.  Just out of curiosity, if I ever decided to use it on a 240v tool/dust collector, what would I have to do to change it from 120 to 240 volt?

Nothing.  [big grin]
Just cut the 120 volt plugs off and install 240 volt plugs. That's it. Everything is automatic and universal inside. I had spent a lot of time searching for parts that would be universal voltage just for this very reason.

But if anyone orders a 240 volt 50/60hz version, I'll put a 240 volt U.S. plug on it. If I can source an EU plug at a reasonable price, I'll even put one of those on.