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Side Mounting Float Switch

Side Mounting Float Switch
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Side Mounting Float Switch

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The side mounted float level sensor (FF series) is designed for horizontal mounting on tanks or vessels, suitable for high or low-level controls. Custom-made mounting flanges are available in JIS, DIN, and ANSI standards. A variety of floats are offered to accommodate different specific gravities (S.G.). Both Micro-Switch and Reed Switch types are available, with wetted parts made from materials like plastics, stainless steel, and anti-corrosive or explosion-proof types.

Working Principle
The float switch operates on buoyancy and magnetism principles. As liquid levels change, the float rises or falls, causing the float magnet to interact with the switch magnet, opening or closing the electrical circuit.

Features
Reed Switch: 1A, 30W 220Vac/200Vdc (FF20, 45, 55, 89)
Micro Switch: 5A/250Vac
Wiring configurations are provided for different models, with specific electrical ratings.

Specifications
Operating temperature ranges from -40°C to 200°C depending on the model. Contact capacities vary, with options for SPDT and SPST configurations. Housing materials include SUS304, SUS316, and aluminum alloy, with IP65 protection.

Configuration Diagrams
Diagrams illustrate the relationship between nozzle length and pipe diameter, emphasizing the importance of correct sizing to ensure proper switch operation.

Installation Guidelines
Ensure the cable duct faces downward to prevent moisture ingress. The float and extension rod must be fully inserted into the tank. Avoid mounting near the tank's inlet or outlet, and verify the liquid's S.G. level before installation.

Model and Order Information
Detailed model numbers and order codes are provided, with options for standard, economy, high-temperature, and anti-corrosive models. Various certifications are available, including ATEX, IECEx, and NEPSI.

Contact Information
FineTek has offices in Taiwan, China, Singapore, Indonesia, the U.S., and Germany, with contact details provided for each location.
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Side Mounting Float Switch FineTek C€ <g> Innovation • Quality • Sharing

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WORKING PRINCIPLE The reed switch relies on two basic scientific principles namely: buoyancy and magnetism. Buoyancy causes the float (which contains a magnet) to rise with the liquid and magnetism helps open and close the switch. A change in liquid levels raises or lowers the float up or down. The end of the pivot arm (non float side) contains a permanent magnet that can repel the switch magnet (inside the stationary ‘stem’ of the entire structure). The side mounted float level sensor (FF series) are manufactured specifically for horizontal mounting on tanks or vessels. They work well as high...

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3. Flange 6. Reed Switch The length of the nozzle has to be comply with the pipe diameter. If the length of nozzle is too long It will affect the switching movement. The suggested maximum length of the nozzle is listed as below chart: (Unit: mm) ©: Float dia is larger than fhe nozzle dia so sensor cannot be insert. ◎: Nozzle

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Above-mentioned models are approved by class societes : DNV-GL - LR - BV - ABS o

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Above-mentioned models are approved by class societes : DNV-GL - LR - BV - ABS o

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ANTI-CORROSIVE MODELS FF80EFM --- PC Housing FF81E --- Without Housing Wetted parts : P.P. 2 Cable spec. : PVC 3x0.75 mm

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SQUARE FLANGE & TEST ACCESSORIES 1. Housing material: Aluminum (IP65) 2. Suitable S.G.: >0.65 3. Operation temp.: -20~100BC 4. Contact mode: SPDT(1C) 5. Contact rating: 5A/250Vac 6. Operation pressure: 15kg/cm2 7. Wetted parts: SUS304 8. Weight: (approx.) 1.2 kg Test Board (Optional) Material: SS41 Please weld test board with level instrument. Without level dropping, level instrument can be checked regularly if functions well. Check list Check if mechanical parts of level switch function well? Check if float functions well? Square flange

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NEPSI Ex d IIC T3~T6 Gb IECEx Ex d IIB T4 or T5 or T6 Gb Ex tb IIIC T135BC or T100BC or T85BC Db ATEX II 2G Ex d IIB T4 or T5 or T6 Gb II 2D Ex tb IIIC T135BC or T100BC or T80BC Db EXPLOSION PROOF

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1. SUS304/SUS316 materials are not available for corrosive application. 2. The cable duct(s) must face downward to prevent moisture seeping in. 3. The float and extension rod must be inserted into the bin completely. 4. Check the liquid's S.G. level before installation. 5. The mounting hole must be larger than the external diameter of the float. (Please refer to p2) 6. Don't mount the devices near the bin's inlet or outlet.

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00: Standard 01: Economy 02: Hi-temperature 08: Super Hi-temperature 00: None 1C: ATEX-Ex d 2C: IECEx-Ex d 5C: TS-Ex d 7C: NEPSI-Ex d B0: DNV B1: DNV+ATEX C1: ABS+ATEX E1 : BV+ATEX F1: LR+ATEX B7: DNV+NEPSI C7: ABS+NEPSI E7: BV+NEPSI F7: LR+NEPSI (Next page) Standard with dual switch Vertical with dual switch Doule angle with dual switch Square flange & test accesries with dual switch A6: Square flange A7: Small H: H type(Aluminum) 1/2TF-* 70*70 M: M type(For Certification only) G: G type(For Anti-corrosive only) Z: SUS type(For Mini only) FM3> ge item AK: JIS-FF AN: ANS-RF AS: DIN-FF Thread...

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Global Network Germany China Head Quarter North America Taiwan FineTek Co., Ltd. - Taipei Head Quarter No.16, Tzuchiang St., Tucheng Industrial Park New Taipei City 236, Taiwan TEL: 886-2-2269-6789 FAX: 886-2-2268-6682 EMAIL: [email protected] California, U.S. Aplus Finetek Sensor Inc. - US Office 355 S. Lemon Ave, Suite D Walnut, CA 91789 TEL: 1 909 598 2488 FAX: 1 909 598 3188 EMAIL: [email protected] Germany FineTek GmbH - Germany Office Bei den Kämpen 26 21220 Seevetal-Ramelsloh, Germany TEL: +49-(0)4185-8083-12 FAX: +49-(0)4185-8083-80 EMAIL: [email protected] Mütec Instruments GmbH - Germany...

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