MTWS Motorized Switcher-I®

Same as standard 143-L & 143-R switching devices (for two-way direction) but with motorized operation. Simply by flicking a switch, the track channel is shifted and the curtain can then be moved to the switched channel. The mechanism is operated by a toggle-switch remote control station (Model RCS). The motor, controls and limit switches are housed in the switch itself. The motorized switch was designed for use in applications where it is impractical or impossible to use a positioning pole due to extreme height or obstructions.

With this flexible switching arrangement stage depths are easily increased or decreased and facilities for curtain storage are made available. Designed for use with all ADC Models 502, 422, 142 and 132 cyclorama tracks. Switches must be rigidly mounted in all instances. The device is easily installed and merely involves conventional splicing of the track channel to the permanent track sections incorporated as component parts of the switch, which is furnished for either left-hand or right-hand operation (must be specified when ordering).  Approximate dimensions: 3'-6"" long and can be extended to 16'.

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SPECIFICATIONS:

Switch bases shall be constructed of painted, machined 1/8" steel. Switches shall be equipped with Model 1400, 11-gauge extruded aluminum I-beam track milled for precise alignment in either switch position. Base plate of device shall be 1/8" steel machined to allow plate and attached track to freely move from position 1 to position 2. Operation of switch shall be via 1/30HP, 120 volt, 60 hz gearmotor with 120 volt control circuit and integral direct contact limit switches. Low voltage control (24 VAC is available as an option Model LVCS). Mounting base shall be equipped with openings for attachment to overhead structural members (unit cannot be flush mounted to ceiling). Unit shall be equipped with a hand crank for emergency manual operation. MTWS as manufactured by Automatic Devices Company of Allentown, PA.