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Side Mounted Stainless Steel Liquid Level Switch

Side Mounted Stainless Steel Liquid Level Switch

Side Mounted Stainless Steel Liquid Level Switch

Product catalog summary
Overview
The Whitman Controls L20/L25 Series are side-mounted liquid level switches made from 316L stainless steel, suitable for use in potable water, hot water, acids, and solvents. They are versatile, functioning as high or low-level indicators, and can withstand pressures up to 500 PSI. These switches are customizable for various OEM and industrial applications.
Key Features
  • Submersible to a NEMA 6 rating with Whitman Red Seal potting.
  • Constructed with 316/316L stainless steel stem and float.
  • Side-mounted with a wide operating temperature range.
  • Available in SPST configuration.
Specifications
  • Wetted Materials: 316/316L Stainless Steel
  • Minimum Liquid Specific Gravity: 0.85
  • Liquid Temperature Range: -40°F to +300°F
  • Max System Pressure: 500 PSIG
  • Electrical Switch Rating: 50 VA
  • Weight: Approximately 5 oz
Performance Characteristics
The L20 and L25 series differ mainly in fitting types (1/2” NPT for L20 and 1/2” BSPT for L25) and temperature ranges (-40°F to +257°F for L20 and -40°C to +125°C for L25). Both have a minimum liquid specific gravity of 0.85 and a crush pressure of 500 PSI or 35 BAR.
Installation Instructions
  • Care should be taken during installation to avoid over-tightening, which can damage threads and cause leaks.
  • Use an appropriate wrench to tighten the switch ½ to ¾ turn past hand tight.
Warranty
Whitman Controls offers a three-year limited warranty on their switches when used under normal operation conditions.
Selection Guide
Steps for selecting the right liquid level switch include determining liquid specific gravity, selecting compatible float material, identifying maximum system pressure, choosing mounting orientation, and selecting additional options.
Whitman Value
Whitman Controls emphasizes high-quality, customizable switches with a focus on superior service. They offer ISO 9001:2015 certified products, ensuring high standards of quality and rigorous testing. Their extensive product offering allows for cost-effective solutions tailored to specific applications.
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L20/L25Side Mounted Stainless Steel Liquid Level Switch OVERVIEW The Whitman Controls L20 / L25 Series Side Mounted 316L Stainless Steel Liquid Level Switches are commonly used in potable water, hot water, various acids, and in solvents. The side mount provides added versatility, allowing the switch to be used as a high or low level indicator, and stainless steel body provides use up to 500 PSI. These are most often used in many O.E.M. and various other custom industrial applications. These are available with several options as specified by the user. • Whitman Red Seal potting submersible to a NEMA 6 rating • 316 / 316L Stainless steel stem and float • Side mounted • Extensive operating temperature range • SPST availability • Wetted Materials: 316 / 316L Stainless Steel • Minimum Liquid Specific Gravity: OVERALL LENGTH: 0 • Liquid Temperature range: -40°F to +300°F • Max System Pressure: 500 PSIG • Electrical Switch Rating: 50 VA • Weight: 5oz (approx.) PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS *Actuation point is roughly midway of float travel in liquid with a specific gravity of approximately 1.0 CAUTION: Customer Media and environment must be compatible with construction materials as outlined above

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Liquid Level SwitchesLiquid Level Information The Whitman Controls full line of quality liquid level switches are factory sealed with our Red Seal potting compound, allowing submersibility to a NEMA 6 rating. Every switch meets our high quality standards and rigorous internal testing requirements, providing the end user confidence in the performance of our offering. Our ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System combined with extensive experience in related products, means greater assurance that Whitman Liquid Level Switches will deliver accuracy and reliability year after year. The National...

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Liquid Level Switch Selection Guide The chart below gives an overview of our liquid level switch product catalog at Whitman, and the functionality of each of our levels. Depending on your minimum liquid specific gravity, wetted materials, temperature range, and maximum system pressure, you will find a switch that will meet your specific needs and exceed your expectations. Steps Required for Identifying the Right Liquid Level Switch for your Application: Step 1: Determine your Liquid Specific Gravity - Ratio of Mass of liquid to mass of equal volume of water Step 2: Select a float material that...

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Whitman Value WHITMAN VALUE High Quality Switches, Fully Customizable, with an Unrelenting Focus on Superior Service Whitman Controls has been a leader in the pressure, vacuum, and liquid level switch industry for over 40 years. The Whitman Value is built on our differentiated offering of high quality switches, and the ability to deliver product to EXACT customer specifications in two weeks or less. Off the shelf switches limit an application’s functionality and versatility - Why choose a competitor switch that results in inferior performance? We take into account your application and media environment,...

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