Hans Richter Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Dear all, looking for an affordable proportional foot switch like the one below (but less expensive). Using now a momentary 2/5 foot valve which only allow a ON/OFF situation and this is very annoying. At the moment I put an extra valve to reduce the air escape, to control at least the cylinder stroke. Did you know any web shop or Ebay supplier hoe also delivers in Western Europe on decent prices. Thank you very much in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneCoeArtistBlacksmith Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 You did not tell what kind of a hammer you have. I have a BigBlu hammer. If you get down and look the treadle is activated by a 3/4" ball valve. I made one, bypassing the one on the hammer. The valve is mounted on a movable base with a peddle and a spring to pull it back to closed. Total cost less than $25.00 and I can move it anywhere within a 15' radius. Sorry but I don't have any pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy k Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 I agree with the ball valve, mount it sturdy and you can extend the lever on the ball valve for more control - with a linkage to the treadle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeaverNZ Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Hi have you thought about using a regulator and fitting the spring to a pedal or lever instead of the usual screw in/out to change the preload on the spring which would change the output pressure Cheers Beaver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hans Richter Posted January 7, 2018 Author Share Posted January 7, 2018 Hi Gents, a short update regarding my power hammer. After ruing several work pieces under the dices, I replace the ‘ON/OFF’ pneumatic foot switch with a 180° treadle connected to a ball valve. Open’s a whole new world for me ones push the treadle more or less to control the air exhaust. Costs a lot of creativity but the result was worth it. Thanks about your comments and suggestions. Cheers, Hans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy k Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Now you have the idea. Good job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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