Models T5x & T6x side-mounting float switches
Magnetrol® side-mounting float switches mount horizontally to any tank or vessel through a threaded or flanged pipe connection. Standard models are normally equipped with a single switch mechanism for high or low level alarm or control applications. Tandem models, with two switch mechanisms, are available for two-stage applications.
Float level switches
All float operated liquid level controls operate on the basic buoyancy principle which states "the buoyancy force action on an object is equal to the mass of liquid displaced by the object." As a result, floats ride on the liquid surface partially submerged and move the same distance the liquid level moves. Because of this, they are normally used for narrow level differential applications such as high level alarm or low level alarm.
Features
- Body material of cast iron, carbon steel or stainless steel
- 300 series stainless steel float and trim
- Threaded or flanged mounting
- Specific gravity ratings down to 0.50
- Process temperatures to +1000° F (+540° C)
Options
Applications
Operating principle
Side mounted units employ permanent magnetic force as the only link between the float and the switching element. As the pivoted float follows liquid level changes, it moves a magnetic sleeve into or out of the field of a switch actuating magnet causing switch operation. A non-magnetic barrier tube effectively isolates the switch mechanism from the controlled liquid.
Approvals
| ATEX | Ex d, Ex ia |
|---|---|
| CCOE | Ex d |
| CSA | XP |
| FM | XP |
| EAC (GOST) | Ex d, Ex ia |
| IEC | Ex d, Ex ia |
| Inmetro | Ex d |
| Korea | Ex d |
| NEPSI | Ex d |
Other approvals are available. Consult factory for more details.
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Approvals & certificates
Instruction manuals
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