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Magnetic Liquid-Level Gauges

Magnetic Liquid-Level Gauges

Magnetic Liquid-Level Gauges

Product catalog summary
Application
The 6500 Series Senior™ gauges are designed for low-pressure tanks (0-25 psig) containing diesel fuel, gasoline, fuel oil, and lubricating oils. They are used in various applications such as construction equipment, stationary generators, boats, farm equipment, and home heating.
General Information & Features
The gauges are available in gear-action models for top, centerline, or angle mounting, and lever-action models for centerline mounting only. The standard float is made of nitrile rubber, with aluminum or stainless steel options available at extra cost. The gauge mounts to a Senior™ flange using specific screws and a Buna-N gasket.
Top Mounting Adjustable Liquid-Level Gauges
Models include options for different ohm ranges and direct-reading dials. Specific models and their configurations are listed, such as the 6540 with gear action and top mounting, and the 6580 with gear action and top mounting.
General Specifications
  • Accuracy: Direct-reading dials are ±3%; TwinSite™ senders are ±7%.
  • Temperature Range: -40°F to +158°F (-40°C to 70°C).
  • Shock & Vibration: Suitable for mobile applications.
  • Power: 0.5 watts maximum for TwinSite™ versions.
  • Tank Pressure: Up to 50 psig (3.4 Bar).
  • Approvals: UL listed for flammable liquids, some models recognized for marine service.
Materials of Construction
  • Head: Die-cast aluminum.
  • Centershaft, Support Tube & Float Rod: Tempered aluminum.
  • Gears, Cross Stud & Bearings: Stainless steel.
  • Drive Magnet: Alnico.
  • Gear Housing: Acetal plastic.
  • Float: Nitrile rubber.
  • Gasket: Buna-N.
  • Direct Reading Dial: Aluminum with acrylic crystal, hermetically sealed.
  • Side Reading Dial: Aluminum with polycarbonate crystal, hermetically sealed.
  • TwinSite™ Sender: Polyamide.
  • Screws: Zinc-plated steel.
Ordering Information
When ordering, specify the gauge model number, tank diameter and riser height, mounting location, ohm range on TwinSite™ versions, preferred switch on switch gauges, and any listed options or preferences.
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Magnetic Liquid-Level Gauges General Information & Features The 6500 Series Senior™ gauges are available in gear-action models for top, centerline or angle mounting. In lever-action models centerline mounting is only available. The standard float is nitrile rubber. Aluminum or stainless steel Floats are available at extra cost. The gauge is mounted to a Mating Senior™ flange 2 ½” bolt circle [63,5mm] using four ¼”-28 X 9/16” long screws. The gasket is Buna-N. Model# 6540 6543 L6543 6560 6580 6583 L6583 Lever Gear Lever Dial, Sender or Switch Data Senior™ TwinSite™ Sender in choice of 0-30,090, or 240-30 Ohm ranges. #5002S00062 directreading dials may also be used. Senior™ side-reading fractional Senior™ direct-reading fractional Top Mounting Adjustable Liquid-Level Gauges Model# 6580-0151 Dial or Sending Data Magnetic Liquid-Level Gauges The 6500 Series Senior™ gauges are designed for use in low pressure tanks 0-25 psig [0-1,7 Bar] containing diesel fuel, gasoline, fuel oil and lubricating oils. Used in many applications such as construction equipment, stationary generators, boats, farm equipment and home heating. .#5002S01379 Senior direct-reading fractional dial .#P5880S02547 Senior TwinSite™ dial 0-90 Ohms .#P5648S02547 Senior TwinSite™ dial 240-30 Ohms *Also available with 0-90 or 240-30 ohm sender. See reverse side for dimensional data, materials of construction, performance, and advice on how to order. ROCHESTER GAUGES INTERNATIONAL S.A. Z.I. WAVRE NORD - AVENUE LAVOISIER, 6 - 1300 WAVRE - BELGIUM Phone: +32(0)10241010 Fax: +32(0)10228139 Web site: http://www.rochester-gauges.be E-mail: info@rochester-ga

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Magnetic Liquid-Level Gauges General Specifications* Accuracy Accuracy depends on proper sizing of gauge and tank Configuration. Normally, direct-reading dials are ±3%; TwinSite™ senders are ±7%. Vibration improves accuracy. Temperature Range -40F to +158°F,-40 to 70C Humidity Paint exposed portions of gauge, less dial, for marine Applications. Shock & Vibration Suitable for mobile applications. Power 0.5 watts maximum for TwinSite™ versions. Tank Pressure Up to 50 psig [3,4Bar] Approvals These direct indicating gauges are UL listed for flammable Liquids. Some models UL recognized for marine...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.