Product Description
Contact tip
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does a contact tip do in an electric lift truck?
A: The ME 245A8490G2 contact tip is the wear surface that makes and breaks electrical connections in control relays or contactors. It carries current and withstands repeated arcing. Worn tips cause intermittent function or circuit failure.
Q: Which lift truck brands use the ME 245A8490G2 contact tip?
A: This contact tip fits Mitsubishi, Toyota, Crown, Raymond, and Yale electric pallet jacks and reach trucks. Verify your equipment model and serial range before ordering to confirm fitment.
Q: What are the material specifications of the ME 245A8490G2?
A: Contact tip is silver alloy or silver-cadmium with excellent conductivity and arc resistance. Designed to withstand thousands of make-break cycles. Replace when surface shows pitting, melting, or black oxidation.
Q: How long does the ME 245A8490G2 contact tip last?
A: Typical life is 3 to 5 years in standard warehouse service. Frequent switching, high currents, and contaminated environments reduce life to 1 to 2 years. Replace when electrical resistance increases or circuit becomes unreliable.
Q: What failure symptoms indicate the ME 245A8490G2 needs replacement?
A: Look for intermittent lift or lower operation, slow relay response, buzzing from the contactor, or erratic truck behavior. These indicate burned or pitted contact surfaces. Replacement restores reliable circuit operation.
