Interlogix 1038T Series - Manual

1038T Series Surface Mount Terminal
Magnetic Contacts
Installation Instructions
1. Run the system wiring to the switch location. System wires can be routed to either
end or side of the switch.
2. Clean the mounting surfaces with the alcohol pad provided.
3. Align and mount the switch base and the magnet base with either the tape or
screws provided. The arrow on the switch must point toward the magnet. See
Figure 1.
4. Strip, twist, and insert wires into the screw terminals. The wire should be between
the terminal body and nut. See Figure 2. Tighten screws.
5. If you are routing wires through the side of the switch cover, remove the appropri-
ate cutout from the cover.
6. Place the switch cover down over the center of the switch and slide it either left or
right until the cover snaps firmly into place. Repeat with the magnet cover.
FORM A 1038T
Voltage: 100 VAC/DC Max
Current: 0.5 A Max
Power: 7.5 W Max * 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.
1031601 REV B 09/01
Figure 1 Figure 2
Magnet this side
Part Loop Electrical Gap Distance *
Number Type Configuration
1038T Closed NO 1"
Specifications