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Cal-Royal Cal-Royal 8633-SW Microwave Cell Switch, with Single and Double Gang Black Faceplate, 8600 Series CAL-8633-SW

Cal-Royal 8633-SW Microwave Cell Switch with Single and Double Gang Black Faceplates, 8600 Series

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Cal-Royal 8633-SW Microwave Cell Switch with Single and Double Gang Black Faceplates, 8600 Series

The Cal-Royal 8633-SW is a touchless microwave motion switch from the 8600 Series, engineered for hands-free door activation in commercial environments. Utilizing microwave motion technology, this switch offers an adjustable detection range from 4" to 24", and the microwave cell can be mounted behind drywall for a clean, concealed installation. It ships with both single gang and double gang black faceplates for flexible mounting options and operates on 12/24V AC/DC power, making it compatible with a variety of access control systems.

Key Features

  • Adjustable Detection Range: Configurable from 4" to 24" to suit varying door activation requirements.
  • Flexible Power Options: Operates on 12/24V AC/DC, providing compatibility with a wide range of access control power supplies.
  • Concealed Mounting Capability: Microwave cell can be mounted behind drywall for a discreet, tamper-resistant installation.
  • Dual Faceplate Inclusion: Comes with both single gang and double gang black faceplates for versatile installation configurations.
  • Touchless Microwave Motion Technology: Enables hands-free door operation, supporting hygienic, low-contact access points.
  • 8600 Series Compatibility: Part of the Cal-Royal 8600 Series touchless solutions lineup for consistent system integration.

Technical Specifications

  • Subcategory: Touchless Solutions
  • Series: 8600 Series
  • Product Group: Electronic Access Controls
  • Product Subgroup: Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
  • Product Type: Switches
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Electronic: Yes
  • Product Category: Electronic Access Controls
  • Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Building Security Systems
  • Retail Loss Prevention
  • Healthcare Facility Access Control
  • Educational Institution Safety Systems
  • Industrial Facility Monitoring
  • Emergency Exit Compliance

Why Cal-Royal 8633-SW?

Cal-Royal 8600 Series touchless switches are built for commercial-grade access control applications, combining microwave motion sensing with flexible installation options including concealed drywall mounting. The adjustable 4" to 24" detection range and dual voltage power support allow the 8633-SW to integrate into a wide range of commercial access control systems, delivering dependable hands-free door activation for demanding facility environments.

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Touchless Solutions
Series:
8600 Series
Product Group:
Electronic Access Controls
Product Subgroup:
Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
Product Type:
Switches
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Electronic:
Yes
Product Model:
8633-SW
Product Category:
Electronic Access Controls
Department:
Door Hardware

Cal-Royal 8633-SW – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can the Cal-Royal 8633-SW microwave switch be hidden behind drywall?
Yes. The microwave cell on the 8633-SW can be mounted behind drywall, so nothing shows on the wall face and there is no exposed button to tamper with or vandalize. That is the main reason people pick a microwave cell over a push plate: the sensing element does not have to see the user, it senses motion through the wall material.
2) What power supply does the Cal-Royal 8633-SW touchless switch need?
It runs on 12 or 24 volts, AC or DC, so it will take power from most access control supplies already on the job without a separate transformer. That dual-voltage input is what lets it drop into an existing operator or mag lock circuit rather than forcing a dedicated supply.
3) Will the 8633-SW work as a door position switch or a request-to-exit on a lock?
No. The 8633-SW is an activation switch that senses approaching motion, so it triggers an operator or releases a lock when someone waves at it. It does not monitor whether a door leaf is open or closed. For door position monitoring use a magnetic contact such as the Schlage Electronics 7764 concealed flush mount or the 7766 surface mount. For request-to-exit signaled off the lock itself, the Command Access REXKIT-CL is a field installable switch kit for CL180 Series cylindrical locks.
4) For a loading dock or exterior door, is the Cal-Royal 8633-SW the right switch or should I use something weatherproof?
For wet or exterior locations, look at the Dortronics 5277-PZL weather proof heavy duty piezo push button with a dual-color illuminated ring, or the Dortronics WR5276-HD22 heavy duty waterproof switch with a 5/8 inch round stainless entry button. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW is a commercial microwave cell switch whose cell is intended to be mounted behind drywall for concealed installation.
5) What is the closest equivalent to the Cal-Royal 8633-SW microwave switch from another brand?
The RCI 913 microwave motion switch is the nearest match in technology. Both use microwave motion sensing for touchless door activation rather than a physical button, and the RCI 913 uses Doppler radar technology aimed at sterile environments. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW operates on 12/24V AC/DC, ships with both single gang and double gang black faceplates, and has a detection range adjustable from 4 inches to 24 inches with the microwave cell mountable behind drywall.
6) Can I use a Schlage 7764 or 7766 in place of the Cal-Royal 8633-SW?
No. The Schlage Electronics 7764 and 7766 are magnetic door position switches, single pole double throw, with the 7764 concealed flush mount and the 7766 surface mount. They report whether a door is open or closed. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW is a touchless microwave motion switch that activates the door on hand motion, with a 4 inch to 24 inch adjustable detection range. The two do different jobs and are often used together rather than in place of each other.
7) We need the release restricted to staff. Is the Cal-Royal 8633-SW appropriate?
No, a touchless switch activates for anyone who passes a hand in front of it. For restricted release, the Detex CS-400 Series electronic keyswitches with LED indicators require a key, and the Locknetics CSW-100 / CSW-200 is a flush mount concealed desk release with an SPDT switch placed out of public reach. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW is intended for hands-free public door activation with a 4 inch to 24 inch detection range.
8) Does the 8633-SW come with a faceplate, or do I have to order one separately?
Both are in the box. The 8633-SW ships with a single gang and a double gang faceplate, both black, so you can match whatever back box is already in the wall without a second order. Nothing else to specify at order time either, since it is a one-model item.
9) Microwave cell switch or push button for a touchless door opening?
A microwave cell like the Cal-Royal 8633-SW senses motion and needs no contact at all, which is why it suits healthcare and any low-contact opening, and it can be buried behind the wall finish. A mechanical push plate such as the Dortronics 5286 Series push plate exit release or the Dortronics 5287 Series heavy duty push button gives positive, deliberate actuation with no range to tune, which people prefer where accidental activation is a problem. If you want touchless but with the switch flush in the wall face, the Locknetics WS-200 wave switch is the other approach.
10) Is there another microwave motion switch besides the Cal-Royal 8633-SW?
Yes, the RCI 913 is a microwave motion switch using Doppler radar, offered for sterile environments. It is the closest like-for-like alternative in sensing technology. If you want touchless plus a remote control input, the RCI 910TC Series touchless actuator runs on 12/24 VDC and adds a 433 MHz remote.
11) If I want touchless activation but need a remote control option instead of the Cal-Royal 8633-SW, what should I look at?
The RCI 910TC Series touchless actuator adds a 433 MHz remote control and runs on 12/24 VDC. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW is a microwave cell switch that activates on motion alone, with an adjustable 4 inch to 24 inch detection range and 12/24V AC/DC power, and no remote transmitter is part of it.
12) We want a wave-to-open switch but do not want to run a microwave sensor. What is the simpler option?
The Locknetics WS-200 and WS-200-MB are flush mount wave switches, and the Locknetics TS-100 is a touch switch with dual LED status indicators and a programmable timer. Both are surface-readable devices at the wall rather than a sensing cell like the Cal-Royal 8633-SW, whose microwave cell can be concealed behind drywall with a detection range set anywhere from 4 inches to 24 inches.
13) Our spec calls for a push plate actuator. What do I order instead of the Cal-Royal 8633-SW?
For a push plate, the Dortronics 5286 Series is a push plate exit release with "Push to Exit" text, and the Dortronics 5287 Series is a heavy duty push button with a 1-1/2 inch wide push plate on a 3 inch wide back plate, also marked "Push to Exit". The Cal-Royal 8633-SW is a no-contact microwave cell switch shipped with single gang and double gang black faceplates.
14) What is the difference between the Cal-Royal 8633-SW and a Norton Rixson 503 or 504 vestibule switch?
The Norton Rixson 503 is an SPDT momentary push switch rated 15 amps for vestibule function, and the 504 is a dual SPDT momentary vestibule switch with a stainless steel face plate. Both are pressed by hand. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW is a microwave cell switch with no contact required, 12/24V AC/DC power, and the sensing cell can sit behind drywall out of sight.
15) I need an ADA-marked actuator at an accessible entrance. Does the Cal-Royal 8633-SW carry the handicap logo?
If the opening calls for a marked accessible actuator, the RCI 916 Series is a tamper-resistant push button with a handicap logo in blue on a 1-3/4 inch button. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW ships with plain single gang and double gang black faceplates and works by microwave motion sensing over an adjustable 4 inch to 24 inch range.
16) Is the Cal-Royal 8633-SW a request-to-exit device for a cylindrical lock?
No. Request-to-exit sensing inside a lock is a different part - the Command Access REXKIT-CL is a field installable request to exit switch kit for CL180 Series cylindrical locks in an SPDT configuration, installed in the lock itself. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW is a wall-mounted touchless microwave cell switch with a 4 inch to 24 inch adjustable detection range and single and double gang black faceplates.
17) Is the Cal-Royal 8633-SW suitable for a hospital or school, or is it a residential product?
It is a commercial-rated device, not a residential one. Cal-Royal lists it under the 8600 Series touchless solutions line, and typical uses include healthcare facility access control, educational institution safety systems, retail, and industrial facilities. For a facility standardizing across many openings, staying within the 8600 Series keeps the sensing behavior and power requirements consistent from door to door.
18) Does the Cal-Royal 8633-SW sound an alarm when the door is used?
No, it is a motion-activated switch that signals the door operator or access control system. If an audible alert is required at the opening, the RCI 903 Series is an audible alert with tamper-resistant design rated 80 to 96 dB. The Cal-Royal 8633-SW runs on 12/24V AC/DC and integrates with commercial access control power supplies.
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Does the Cal-Royal 8633-SW come with a warranty?
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