Product Description

The Deeter VFS-FP is a vertical magnetic float switch for control and indication of a liquid level while in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Features include:

  • ATEX & IECEx Ex d approved
  • Stainless Steel 316L housing and wetted components.
  • Suitable for gas and dust hazardous environments
  • IP68 Ingress Protection
  • Narrow Sensor Stem and external mounting
  • Suitable for high liquid temperatures

Custom options are available – please contact our sales office to discuss your requirements. Options include: Probe length, Switch voltage, Switch point quantity, Switch point height, Threaded mounting/seal options, Reed/Hall Effect technology, float sizes, 8 or 12mm sensor tube, cable entry thread.

The VFS-FP holds ATEX & IECEx Ex d certification for use in most regions worldwide.

VFS-FP
Approval ATEX & IECEx and Marine Type Approval
Applicable Standards ATEX & IECEx
Ex Coding Ex II 1/2G 2D
Ex d IIC T5 Ga/Gb
Ex t IIIC T100°C Db IP68
-20°C≤Ta≤+85°C
Sensor technology Magnetic float with Reed Switch
Sensor tube and wetted materials Stainless steel 316L
Connection head material Stainless steel 316L
IP rating with suitable cable gland IP66/68 for indoor or outdoor
Approximate weight 1.383 kg
Float Diameter: Specific gravity: ø52.6mm : 0.6
Maximum liquid temperature: -20°C to +85°C
-20°C to +125°C
-20°C to +190°C
Maximum head temperature -20°C to +80°C
Maximum operating pressure 150PSI / 10Bar standard
450PSI / 31Bar optional
Thread connection-Sensor tube ½” NPT
Thread connection-Tank Mounting 2” BSP
Thread connection-Wiring port M20X1.5
Connection head height 95mm
Switch Rating 0 to 240vac. 1Amp. 50Watts max
Altitude 2000m Maximum
Pollution Degree (enclosure interior) 2
Installation Category Cat II
Datasheet VFS-FP and F/S-FP Datasheet
Installation Manual FS-FP Datasheet and Manual

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