Why Mark 7 Sensors?
How Can Mark 7 Sensor's Enhance Your Reloading?
Reload with unparalleled speed, precision, and confidence using MARK 7® sensors. When you are loading on an automated press, it is almost impossible for you to keep track of every operation on each stroke. Did the case get decapped? Was your brass porperly primed? Is it properly swaged? Was the powder charge correct? Is the bullet seated correctly? Our advanced sensor technology empowers you to keep watch on all of these functions at all times, and each sensor will stop the press and alert you if it detects a problem. Designed to revolutionize your reloading experience, Mark 7 sensors allow you to achieve optimal performance with every press. Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to effortless reloading.
DecapSense
The Mark 7 DecapSense is designed to improve the reliability and safety of the reloading process. It ensures your machine stops and alerts you whenever a spent primer hasn't been removed during the decapping process, preventing potential damage to both you and your press.
How It Works:
At Station #2, the decapping process occurs, where the press pushes out the old primer from the brass case to prepare for a new one. The DecapSense uses an optical sensor to detect whether or not the spent primer has been successfully ejected. If the primer is missing or hasn't been removed, the machine will halt right before it moves to the next station, giving you time to check the impacted case. This feature helps prevent costly mistakes, as well as keeps your press running smoothly.
If you are working with new brass (which doesn't have primers yet), you can easily disable the sensor via the Mark 7 tablet interface, allowing you to reload without interruptions. The DecapSense also has the ability to detect whether brass is present at all in the decapping station—if there is no case, it can stop the machine before the press moves forward.
NOTE: Mark 7 Autodrive or Revolution Press required to use this sensor
Compatible with:
- APEX 10™/Evolution Autodrive™
- Revolution®
- Dillon RL1100/CP 2000/RL 1050/Super 1050 Autodrives
*Included with all 650/750 autodrives
SwageSense
The Mark 7 SWAGESense™ is designed to swage the toughest military crimped brass with ease, ensuring reliable results even with the most challenging cases. It also can detect both small and large primer ringers, especially those commonly found in wet-washed brass, and is capable of identifying small primers in .45 ACP brass. If the machine encounters a blockage or small pockets while using a large rod, it will automatically stop and alert you through the tablet. Additionally, it significantly reduces the likelihood of breaking swage rods, improving overall efficiency and durability. SWAGESense™ is constructed using hard anodized aluminum and comes complete with two hardened chromoly swage rods - for both small and large primer pockets.
How It Works:
During the swaging process, a specially designed rod is used to remove the military crimp and create a smooth, properly sized primer pocket. The SWAGESense™ system actively monitors this process, ensuring the swage rod enters the pocket correctly. If there are other obstructions—such as a partially ejected primer (a "ringer") or a smaller primer pocket—SWAGESense™ detects the issue and stops the press automatically, notifying you through the tablet interface. This built-in safeguard prevents damage to your equipment and ensures every case is swaged properly before moving forward.
Compatible With:
- APEX 10™/Evolution Autodrive™
- Revolution®
- RL1100/Super1050/1050X Autodrives™
- 650 Pro/750 Autodrives™
NOTE: Mark 7 Autodrive or Revolution Press required to use this sensor.
Primer Orientation Sensor
The Mark 7 Primer Orientation Sensor is designed to eliminate common issues with incorrectly placed primers while reloading. In the middle of a high-speed reloading session, you can often find out that primers will end up missing, upside down, or seated incorrectly, which is both frustrating and time-consuming. This sensor ensures the machine runs smoothly by automatically stopping it whenever it detects a problem with primer placement, helping avoid costly mistakes and keeping the reloading cycle on track.
How It Works:
The Primer Orientation Sensor works by monitoring the placement of primers in each case. As the brass moves through the reloading press, the sensor checks if each primer is correctly positioned. If the sensor detects that a primer is missing, upside down, crooked, or seated too high, it automatically stops the machine to prevent further issues. This saves you from wasting time and components, as well as maintain the overall quality of your reloads.
Additionally, the sensor has a second function: monitoring the rotation of the shellplate. If the machine fails to rotate the shellplate properly, it will trigger an alert and stop the press, ensuring that no steps are skipped or mishandled during the reloading cycle.
Compatible With:
- APEX 10™/Evolution Autodrive™
- Revolution®
NOTE: Mark 7 Autodrive or Revolution Press required to use this sensor.
Powder Check Sensor
The Mark 7 Powder Check Sensor is designed to ensure that every round reloaded during a cycle contains the right amount of powder. If the sensor detects a powder charge that's too high or too low, it'll automatically stop the machine and send you an alert on your tablet, prompting you to check the case. This helps avoid overcharged or undercharged rounds, ensuring the consistency and safety of the reloading cycle.
How It Works:
To use the Powder Check Sensor, you simply attach the appropriate probe (for small or large pistol, or small or large rifle cases) to the sensor rod. Then, adjust the sensor die to the correct height for your desired powder load. When the press is operating, the sensor probe is inserted into the case as it moves through the press. The probe’s position is measured using an infrared laser beam. If the powder level in the case falls outside the preset "overcharge" or "undercharge" limits, the sensor will detect the discrepancy and stop the press. You’ll receive an alert on the tablet, notifying you to inspect the case. The sensitivity can be adjusted based on the type of powder you're using and your specific needs.
Compatible With:
- APEX 10™/Evolution Autodrive™
- Revolution®
- RL1100/CP2000/Super1050/1050X Autodrives™
- 650 Pro/750 Autodrives™
NOTE: Mark 7 Autodrive or Revolution Press required to use this sensor.
BulletSense
The Mark 7 BulletSense is designed to prevent common loading issues before they impact your reloading process. Whether you’re dealing with missing bullets, upside-down bullets, or misaligned brass, the BulletSense ensures that each case is properly prepared for bullet seating. It utilizes a precise laser to monitor the bullet placement and can stop the machine if it detects a problem. It also acts as a brass sensor, ensuring no case is missed. BulletSense is fully adjustable to work with different bullet types and calibers, giving you peace of mind and preventing costly errors during your reloading session.
How It Works:
During the reloading process, bullets are placed on top of the case through a bullet feeder. As the shell plate moves, BulletSense uses a laser system mounted on an adjustable slider to detect the bullet's position. If the bullet is missing, upside down, sideways, or if there’s no brass present in the station, the laser beam will return to the sensor head uninterrupted, triggering the system to stop the machine. You’ll receive an alert on your tablet, prompting you to check the case. The height of the laser is easily adjustable using a thumb screw, giving you full control over where and how it detects the bullet and brass. This helps eliminate mistakes like improperly seated bullets, ensuring smooth and safe reloading.
Compatible With:
- APEX 10™/Evolution Autodrive™
- Revolution®
- RL1100/CP2000/Super1050/1050X Autodrives™
- 650 Pro/750 Autodrives™
NOTE: Mark 7 Autodrive or Revolution Press required to use this sensor.
