Product Description
Contact set
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the CT 215252 contact set used for?
A: The CT 215252 is a contact set for electric lift truck electrical systems. It contains replacement contacts used in contactors, motor starters, or relay assemblies to control motor circuits and main power functions in pallet jacks and walkie stackers.
Q: Which Caterpillar lift trucks use the CT 215252?
A: The CT 215252 is designed for Caterpillar electric pallet jacks and walkie stackers. It is used in various models depending on the contactor or relay housing that requires replacement. Verify the exact housing type and part configuration before ordering.
Q: What materials are the CT 215252 contacts made from?
A: Contact sets typically use silver alloy, copper-silver alloy, or other conductive materials that resist erosion and arcing under electrical load cycling. Material composition affects durability, current capacity, and resistance to contact pitting.
Q: What are symptoms that the CT 215252 contacts need replacement?
A: Warning signs include motor that does not start despite good battery voltage, intermittent motor operation, or audible chattering from the contactor. Worn contacts create high resistance and prevent reliable power delivery to the traction motor circuit.
Q: How long do the CT 215252 contacts last?
A: Contact lifespan depends on duty cycle and load switching frequency. Typical contacts last thousands of electrical cycles. Heavy-duty equipment with frequent on-off cycles wears contacts faster. Replace when electrical symptoms develop or during scheduled preventive maintenance.
Q: Are there equivalent contact sets from other manufacturers?
A: Contact sets from Crown, Toyota, Raymond, or Yale may have equivalent specifications, but the housing and contact configuration must match exactly. Always verify cross-reference compatibility with the exact contactor model in your lift truck before ordering alternatives.