DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0
DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0 DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0
DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0 DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0
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Latest reviews

Sunday 04 April, 2021
Best powder checker that I’ve ever used. Highly recommend.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Thursday 01 April, 2021
Purchased two of these items, works GREAT, on first run had a media pin stuck in primer hole, the new powder checker caught the problem. Takes a little bit to get set up, but once set runs flawless . Will purchase again for my other presses.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Saturday 27 March, 2021
Would have been five stars except if you live in a dry climate the plastic tip causes static cling and powder comes out of the case and than drops. You can used the other end but than it is a small tip area and seems to push into the powder. Should have made the tip out of brass to get rid of...
Rating: (1 of 5 Stars!)
Thursday 25 March, 2021
Easier to setup than the Dillon powder check. Really light the bright red LED with the audio alarm. No false alarms if no brass case at the powder check station. Cost less then the Dillon too.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Tuesday 16 March, 2021
I received the Magnetic Powder Check die and it is well made. I tested it on a single stage press and it works fine. I am sure it will be great on my Mark Seven Apex 10 when I receive the press.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Monday 08 March, 2021
Great product easy to set and reliable. I installed mine on a Hornady AP had to modify by shorting a couple threads.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Thursday 04 March, 2021
Great product, works flawlessly. I have a Dillon XL1100 with the Dillon powder check, not happy with it. The Double Alpha unit is far superior.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Monday 15 February, 2021
I'm using mine on a Dillon 650 for 300 blackout and no powder spillage at all. I also converted mine to a direct plug in power source so never have to worry about a battery. It uses a 6VDC and 11A battery and found a 6VDC and 10A power supply on Amazon.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Saturday 13 February, 2021
DAA Magnetic Powder Check
Die optimale Lösung für die sichere Munitionsherstellung, kein zu wenig, kein zu viel Pulver in der Hülse!! Einfache Handhabung und sicher!!
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Tuesday 09 February, 2021
Compared to the Dillon Power Check the DAA Magnetic Powder Check was a breeze to calibrate. I like the DAA so much I've sold my Dillon PC and plan on purchasing three more DAA for each of my other tool heads. The bright red LED addition to the audio alarm is a plus.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Tuesday 09 February, 2021
Worked great on 40 s&w cases but had to add a spacer to adjust 9mm cases to activate alarm with no powder charge
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Sunday 31 January, 2021
Works great one less thing to possibly make a mistake on.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Wednesday 27 January, 2021
This is a great idea, very easy to set up. I believe they are 'almost' there, but not quite. The problem is the plunger (I have only tested the pistol plunger) has a tendency to catch on the push rod. It binds as the rod is raised, so even if there is no shell in the holder, it lifts the plunger...
Rating: (4 of 5 Stars!)
Monday 25 January, 2021
I have been waiting for this product to become available for some time. After receiving it and installing it(which was super easy) all I can say, is AWESOME. I will be purchasing another one for my 223 XL750 head. Do NOT purchase a Dillon powder check, get this one.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Sunday 24 January, 2021
I will start off by saying mine arrived broken. The tab that holds the sensor head was broken and the battery was dead. I called and was sent a replacement in under a week. Great customer service.

My own observations the lock tab for the sensor head is a bit delicate. If you are aware of that...
Rating: (4 of 5 Stars!)
Wednesday 20 January, 2021
I have been very impressed with several of the items that I have purchased from you. The powder check is no exception. This is very easy to set up and works perfectly. This can be mounted on any progressive press. I have already showed it to my friends and they have purchased their own.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Wednesday 13 January, 2021
Does a good job checking for no-powder or double charges. The boot kicks up powder when it makes contact with the case and ends up making a huge mess on the shellplate, really makes me wonder what powder they used to test this with before going to market.

[DAA Reply]: Yes, a powder check is...
Rating: (2 of 5 Stars!)
Wednesday 30 December, 2020
This device does its job well. It's easy to set up - easier than Dillon's Powder Check. And since it takes up less space on the press, it is easier to do just about everything.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)
Wednesday 16 December, 2020
Set this up on a Hornady LNL Progressive press with 9mm shell plate , Red Anodized threaded fitting wouldn't go down far enough to allow casing to lift internal plastic bushing to activate the micro switch , hit the top of shell plate ! Had to put in lathe and turn down the threaded area like...
Rating: (4 of 5 Stars!)
Tuesday 15 December, 2020
It is great! It is designed to work on virtually any press with a 7/8-16 die thread regardless of manufacturer.
It is too easy to lose track of what is happening when running a progressive. I think every progressive should have an audible and visual powder alarm.
Rating: (5 of 5 Stars!)

DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0

(133)
Manufacturers: Double-Alpha Academy
DILLON XL750 NOTE
The Dillon XL750 Powder Measure is angled such that the powder bar must extend directly over station #4 in the toolhead, and it cannot be repositioned. This Is not an issue if you have a short die in that station. However, if you wish to run a powder check in station #3, and a bullet dropper in station #4, as many do, this creates a serious problem. As a solution to this issue we are pleased to offer our  Extra-Short Dillon Powder Bar. (sold separately)
Description
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Description:

The DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0 (US Pat. Pending) is a great addition to any progressive reloading machine, helping to ensure the quality and safety of your reloaded ammo.

The unique new design uses a high-tech Reed Sensor and a magnet assembled to the plunger Rod, to assess if the charge in the case is of the correct height.

In the new 2.0 design, the Sensitivity Adjustability feature has been removed, in favor of placing the Reed sensor in a fixed position on a custom built PCB board. That fixed position is one that sets the accepted height variance to about 2.0-2.5mm, which is what we found to be the best setting for all. More than sufficient to pick up a double-charge, debris in the case or a case without powder.
This design change now allows all components to be PCB mounted on the custom board – making the electronics much more reliable and long lasting.

An additional improvement to the DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0 is that the polymer shoe on the end of the plunger rod (which contacts the powder) has now been replaced with a brass CNC machined part, which helps to reduce the static electricity which could cause some powder to be lifted out of the case. 

The DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0 assembles onto a station immediately after your powder dropper, screwing into a standard die thread 7/8-14 station. However, unlike other powder check systems, the DAA product does not require a dedicated hole drilled through the tool head next to the station! It can be used on ANY progressive reloader which has an available station after the powder drop.

A powder-check does require the use of a station in your toolhead, so if you do not currently have an available station, you may need to combine your seating and crimping into one station using a 2-in-1 seat/crimp die to free up a station. These too are available from DAA.

The DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0 is activated off the top rim of the case rather than the base of the shell plate, this means that no alarm will sound if no case is present. The powder sensing plunger (now with brass shoe) enters into the case mouth to rest on top of the charge and measure its height, sounding an alarm if the  powder level is either too low or too high. It provides both an audible beep alarm as well as a bright red LED light when triggered.

The DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0 includes a replacement short plunger, suitable for use with rifle ammo. When using for rifle, simply replace the plunger, and assemble the steel rod upside down, using the end without the brass shoe to enter into the small case mouth. Parts included make this suitable to use with all pistol ammo (9mm and up) and for rifle from .223 and larger.

It’s compact size, slick and modern design, ease of setup and adjustability, make the DAA Magnetic Powder Check 2.0 the perfect accessory for your toolhead!

Summary of features and advantages:

  • Can be used on all toolheads, does not require a dedicated hole near station.
  • Assembles onto any 7/8-14 station
  • Provides both an audible AND a visual alarms
  • Acceptance range of powder level is approx. 2.0-2.5mm. Easily enough to trigger an alarm in case of a double-charge or no-charge situation.
  • Includes all parts for both rifle and pistol use
  • Activates off the rim of the case, so no alarm sound when no brass is present
  • Slim and compact design
  • Quality materials. Stainless Steel Rod, Brass shoe, with an aluminum red anodized die body. Rubber coated glass-fiber reinforced nylon for electronic housing
  • Custom PCB board for all electronic parts ensures reliability and longevity

User Manual

Download - English

Note: will not work with Franford Arsenal X10.

Reviews (133)

Sunday 04 April, 2021
Best powder checker that I’ve ever used. Highly recommend.
Thursday 01 April, 2021
Purchased two of these items, works GREAT, on first run had a media pin stuck in primer hole, the new powder checker caught the problem. Takes a little bit to get set up, but once set runs flawless . Will purchase again for my other presses.
Saturday 27 March, 2021
Would have been five stars except if you live in a dry climate the plastic tip causes static cling and powder comes out of the case and than drops. You can used the other end but than it is a small tip area and seems to push into the powder. Should have made the tip out of brass to get rid of this issue (wish you would offer the tip as as a after market part you can buy and replace the plastic tip). You can try to used static guard and spray the tip or dryer sheets but neither one work for me.

[DAA Reply]: As of Sep 1st 2021, the plunger tip is made out of brass which should solve issue.
Thursday 25 March, 2021
Easier to setup than the Dillon powder check. Really light the bright red LED with the audio alarm. No false alarms if no brass case at the powder check station. Cost less then the Dillon too.
Tuesday 16 March, 2021
I received the Magnetic Powder Check die and it is well made. I tested it on a single stage press and it works fine. I am sure it will be great on my Mark Seven Apex 10 when I receive the press.
Monday 08 March, 2021
Great product easy to set and reliable. I installed mine on a Hornady AP had to modify by shorting a couple threads.
Thursday 04 March, 2021
Great product, works flawlessly. I have a Dillon XL1100 with the Dillon powder check, not happy with it. The Double Alpha unit is far superior.
Monday 15 February, 2021
I'm using mine on a Dillon 650 for 300 blackout and no powder spillage at all. I also converted mine to a direct plug in power source so never have to worry about a battery. It uses a 6VDC and 11A battery and found a 6VDC and 10A power supply on Amazon.
Saturday 13 February, 2021
DAA Magnetic Powder Check
Die optimale Lösung für die sichere Munitionsherstellung, kein zu wenig, kein zu viel Pulver in der Hülse!! Einfache Handhabung und sicher!!
Tuesday 09 February, 2021
Compared to the Dillon Power Check the DAA Magnetic Powder Check was a breeze to calibrate. I like the DAA so much I've sold my Dillon PC and plan on purchasing three more DAA for each of my other tool heads. The bright red LED addition to the audio alarm is a plus.
Tuesday 09 February, 2021
Worked great on 40 s&w cases but had to add a spacer to adjust 9mm cases to activate alarm with no powder charge
Sunday 31 January, 2021
Works great one less thing to possibly make a mistake on.
Wednesday 27 January, 2021
This is a great idea, very easy to set up. I believe they are 'almost' there, but not quite. The problem is the plunger (I have only tested the pistol plunger) has a tendency to catch on the push rod. It binds as the rod is raised, so even if there is no shell in the holder, it lifts the plunger to make contact with the switch and gives a false reading. It is random, doesnt happen every time. I think they need to make the guide hole in the plunger 1-2mm larger.

[DAA Reply]: As of Sep 1st 2021, the plunger tip is made out of brass which should solve issue.
Monday 25 January, 2021
I have been waiting for this product to become available for some time. After receiving it and installing it(which was super easy) all I can say, is AWESOME. I will be purchasing another one for my 223 XL750 head. Do NOT purchase a Dillon powder check, get this one.
Sunday 24 January, 2021
I will start off by saying mine arrived broken. The tab that holds the sensor head was broken and the battery was dead. I called and was sent a replacement in under a week. Great customer service.

My own observations the lock tab for the sensor head is a bit delicate. If you are aware of that all should be fine.

Works just as advertised easy to set up and use. So far run 300 rounds with it
very happy and would purchase it again.
Wednesday 20 January, 2021
I have been very impressed with several of the items that I have purchased from you. The powder check is no exception. This is very easy to set up and works perfectly. This can be mounted on any progressive press. I have already showed it to my friends and they have purchased their own.
Wednesday 13 January, 2021
Does a good job checking for no-powder or double charges. The boot kicks up powder when it makes contact with the case and ends up making a huge mess on the shellplate, really makes me wonder what powder they used to test this with before going to market.

[DAA Reply]: Yes, a powder check is designed to check for double charges or no charge. It is not designed for anything else. The foot of the rod does make contact with the powder, like other such devices on the market, and as it lifts out it may indeed cause a spill of a tiny amount of powder. In our testing (N350 and N310) it was a negligible amount. But I do believe it does depend on static electricity,. Which may vary from place to place.
Wednesday 30 December, 2020
This device does its job well. It's easy to set up - easier than Dillon's Powder Check. And since it takes up less space on the press, it is easier to do just about everything.
Wednesday 16 December, 2020
Set this up on a Hornady LNL Progressive press with 9mm shell plate , Red Anodized threaded fitting wouldn't go down far enough to allow casing to lift internal plastic bushing to activate the micro switch , hit the top of shell plate ! Had to put in lathe and turn down the threaded area like EVERY die manufactured to put a step in it aprox. 3/16" to allow it to fit properly & actually work . Besides that , works like a champ
Tuesday 15 December, 2020
It is great! It is designed to work on virtually any press with a 7/8-16 die thread regardless of manufacturer.
It is too easy to lose track of what is happening when running a progressive. I think every progressive should have an audible and visual powder alarm.

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