This is a Genuine OEM Approved replacement part used on Porter Cable Sanders. This switch has a Plastic Body and it includes Metal Screws and Terminals. Switches are a commonly replaced part in power tools, handling on/off operations. Because switches use mechanical internals, they will degrade and wear out over time, eventually requiring replacement.
To replace this switch you would need a Screwdriver.
• First make sure the tools is not plugged in
• Then you want to remove Screws used to hold two pieces of Housing Set together
• Disconnect Wires from the old Switch and remove it from the Housing
• Place the new Switch in the Housing and connect Wires to it
• Reassemble the Housing
Switch 5140112-36
OEM part for: Porter Cable
Part Number: 5140112-36
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Product Description ?
- Classification: Part
- Weight: 0.06 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
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Compatibility
This Switch will fit the following 25 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Porter Cable
Show More Compatible ModelsThis item works with the following types of products:
- Sander Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: A22746, 849317
Repair Videos ?
Swap out the switch on your belt sander with these simple, step-by-step instructions....
February 06, 2015
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Customer Repair Instructions ?
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Old style switch fell apart.
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Torx
Parts Used
2. Removed the old switch.
3. Connected the new switch.
4. Reassembled and tested.
Switch broke
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Power Drill
Parts Used
Belt sander switch
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
2. Removed 2 screws holding switch
3. Removed wires (4) from switch
4. Removed old switch.
5. Attached new eyelets (2) to the black wires
6. Installed new switch in handle with 2 screws
7. Attached black wires to the no 2 terminals in
new switch
8. Connect white wires with wire nut (not supplied).
9. Reassemble handle.
Shorted switch
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, None
Parts Used
Broken switch
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
switch wouldn't turn off, stuck in on position
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Power Drill, vacuum
Parts Used
Switch was broken and would not reliably turn off. On occasion when it was plugged in it would start up and run.
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
demolition hammer needed switch and rubber torsion bar
Tool Type
Demolition Hammer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, punch, welder
Cord damaged, switch not functioning properly
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Medium
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wire stripper & crimper
Parts Used
Belt sander switch shorted out and melted inside the handle housing.
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
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