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The Hypertherm Inc. 428864 is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Generation 5 (G5) Cap Sensor Switch Kit designed for SmartSYNC Series 15-degree handheld plasma torches. It functions as an electro-mechanical safety interlocking mechanism that monitors the installation and torque stack-up of the torch's consumable retaining cap to prevent high-voltage electrical discharge when the cap is loose or removed.
Features
Automated Safety Interlock: Prevents high-voltage electrical discharge if the consumable cap is loose, removed, or improperly seated
Error Minimization: Communicates with the automated power supply to issue a structural warning (0-50 fault code) instead of firing an unstable arc
Precision Tolerance Alignment: Senses minute deviations in consumable stack-ups to detect non-genuine or worn-out aftermarket consumables
Modular Serviceability: Designed as an independent field-replaceable unit (FRU), eliminating the need to replace the entire torch body shell or lead assembly
High-Cycle Resilience: Spring-assist mechanism designed to withstand rapid kinetic compression cycles from repeated cartridge installations
Specifications
Manufacturer: Hypertherm Inc. / Hypertherm Associates
Part Number (MPN): 428864
Global Trade Item Number (GTIN/EAN): 00662310500528
Product Description: KIT:G5 CAP SENSOR HAND TORCH 15°
Circuit State: Normally Open (NO) (closes only when external consumable retaining cap is threaded tightly to tolerances, depressing the internal actuator pin)
System Code Correlation: Controls mitigation of the 0-50 Torch Cap Fault Code
Communication Interface: Integrates into localized wiring harness of SmartSYNC digital torch layout
Net Weight: 0.07 kg (approx. 0.15 lbs)
Torch Compatibility Configuration: Restricted exclusively to the 15° Handheld Variant of the SmartSYNC torch platform
