Magnetic Contact Operating Gap

[DamienGiles]

Hi!

Getting round to fitting two contacts, rear and front door - both new self installed PVC doors.

At the moment, I have two G3 CQR SC570 - according the manual the operating gap is only 20mm.

The problem I have is the two recommended diagrams for mounting them don't fit my situation - i.e. They can't fit side-by-side as the door & frame isn't level. The other option of connection them at the arrowed corners won't work unless I raise the contact from the frame to match the door.

I didn't pay for the contacts so worse case scenario I can look at the flush connectors like the CQR FS610/WH G2.

My question is - will the flush connectors be the "best" for mounting in the case or should I look to modify the mounting of the contacts.

(I don't want to hack the door as no porch = damp, draught, etc.) I've got the door covered by PIR but these contacts ARE going up

Any suggestions? Thanks.

[amateurandy]

I got round the problem by using the magnet from a heavy-duty switch fitted (glued directly without a cover and painted) in the groove on the top of the door and a small unobtrusive "micro" surface-mount switch on the frame. Gap when closed is maybe 20mm but it "trips" around 40mm.

[hpotter]

both new self installed PVC doors.

the door & frame isn't level.

I guess thats a misprint(post)?

Wont the magnet fit on the edge of the door?

TBO, flush looks better, but need balls if its your first time.

[Guest anguscanplay]

its 20mm in a 360deg arc - they dont HAVE to be level, just wire one up on a long lead and test it first so you get an idea.

but don`t connect the magnet relay .....LOL