Sentrol 1078CT Series Magnetic Contacts

For 3/4" Diameter Steel Doors

Product Overview & Specifications

The Sentrol 1078CT Series comprises magnetic contacts designed for steel doors, featuring a closed-loop configuration. These contacts are available in various gap distances to suit different installation requirements and are offered in multiple color options.

Key Model Specifications

Part NumberGap Distance (In Steel)Gap Distance (In Wood)Loop TypeElectrical Configuration
1078CT3/8"7/8"ClosedN.O.
1078CTW3/4"2"ClosedN.O.
R1078CT5/8"N/AClosedN.O.

Available Colors

  • White
  • Mahogany brown
  • Grey

Quantity: 10

Certifications: 100% TESTED, UL LISTED, ULC Listed.

Product Code: 1078CT-N

UPC: 046188070275

Installation Instructions

For 1078CT Model

  1. Drill a 3/4" diameter hole, 1 5/8" deep, for the contact. Drill a 3/4" diameter hole, 1 1/2" deep, for the magnet. (Hole saw arbors are available from Sentrol.)
  2. Strip the wire from the security system loop, insert it into the terminal block, and tighten. Test for continuity.
  3. Lightly coat the contact and magnet with RTV mounting compound (Sentrol part number 1905) and insert them into their respective holes.

For R1078CT Model

  1. Drill a 3/4" diameter hole, 1 5/8" deep, for the contact. The 1840 Magnet is designed to be mounted in the top channel of a metal entry/exit door. The magnet can be rotated to accommodate either wide or narrow top channels.
  2. Clean the top channel of the door.
  3. Position the magnet opposite the switch in the top of the door channel.
  4. Lightly coat the contact and magnet with RTV mounting compound (Sentrol part number 1905) and mount them into their respective locations.

Technical Details

Dimensional Information

1078CT Model:

  • Contact: 1.63 inches (4.13 cm) length, 0.38 inches (0.95 cm) diameter.
  • Magnet (Part No. 1929): 0.94 inches (2.36 cm) diameter, 0.75 inches (1.91 cm) length.

R1078CT Model:

  • Contact: 1.63 inches (4.13 cm) length, 0.50 inches (1.27 cm) diameter.
  • Magnet (Part No. 1840): 0.94 inches (2.36 cm) diameter, 1.81 inches (4.60 cm) length.

Electrical Specifications

UL Specifications:

  • European Union Specifications: 48 VAC/DC Max., 0.5 Amp
  • FORM A (1078CT, 1078CTW, R1078CT): Voltage: 100 VAC/DC Max, Current: 0.5 A Max, Power: 7.5 W Max

Note: Gap Specifications are nominal and may vary ±20% due to temperature. Gap Specifications are for switch to make. Break distance is approximately 1.1 to 1.5 times make.

ULC Specifications:

  • All Contacts: 30 VDC, 50 ma max.
  • Gap Specifications: Refer to UL Gap Specifications.

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