Explosion Proof Vertical Float Switch (VFS-FP)
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 |