FTE30 Soliswitch Point level switch rotary paddle switch

Simple mechanical mechanism, extremely robust and cost-effective point level switch for bulk solids

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• Measuring principle

  Paddle

• Characteristic / Application

  universally applicable as a full, empty and demand alarm on silos containing solids

• Specialities

  Hinged paddle

• Supply / Communication

  230 VAC 50/60 Hz
  115 VAC 50/60 Hz
  48 VAC 50/60 Hz
  24 VAC 50/60 Hz
  20 bis 28 VDC

• Ambient temperature

  -20 °C ... 60 °C (-4 °F ... 140 °F)

• Process temperature

  -20 °C ... 80 °C (-4 °F ... 170 °F)

• Process pressure / max. overpressure limit

  0.5 bar to 1.5 bar (7 psi to 22 psi)

• Min. density of medium

  >= 100 g/l

• Main wetted parts

  Shaft: 1.4305
  Paddle: 1.4301

• Process connection

  G 1 1/2", PBT
  G 1 1/2", 1.4305
  Reinforced shaft G 1 1/2", 1.4305

• Sensor length

  100 mm (4")
  200 mm (8")
  300 mm (12")
  400 mm (16")
  500 mm (20")
  600 mm (24")
  Rope length of approx 2000 mm (80"), can be shortened

• Communication

  Micro switch with changeover contact max. 10 A/250 VAC

• Certificates / Approvals

  No approvals available

• Options

  Relay

• Application limits

  max. grain size 50 mm (2")

The economical Soliswitch FTE30 is a paddle switch for point level detection in bulk materials. Its robust polymer housing and compact design makes it an ideal sensor for full, empty and demand alarm in applications with bulk solids. The optimized materials make the unit outstandingly robust and therefore suitable for use in dust explosive areas.

• Process connections: G 1½", PBT; G 1½", 1.4305; Reinforced shaft G 1½", 1.4305

• Sensor length: Different standard lengths between 100 mm (4") and 600 mm (24"), additional rope length of 2,000 mm (80") (can be shortened)

• Temperature: -20 to +80 °C (-4 to +170 °F)

• Pressure: 0.5 to 1.8 bar (7 to 25 psi)

• Reliable and economical paddle switch

• Highest safety standard

• Diverse instrument designs for use under different application conditions

• Slip clutch prevents impact on paddle

• Ingress protection to IP65 for optimum safety in the process