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    Electronic Insertion-Mount Flow Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flow Switches. Electronic Insertion-Mount Flow Switches.
    Instead of disassembling your system for inline installation, thread these flow switches onto a mounting adapter (sold separately) and insert them into a pipe tee or pipe outlet. They send digital signals to your programmable logic controller (PLC) to activate automated controls or alarms when they reach a set flow rate. To calculate the flow rate, they generate a small amount of heat, then measure the cooling effect your liquid or gas has on it. This makes them ideal in applications with fluctuating temperatures. Use the buttons on the display to adjust the set point and other settings. These switches are accurate in any mounting position.
    IP65 rated switches protect against dust and washdowns. IP67 rated switches withstand temporary submersion.
    Flow Set Point
    1 13/16"
    Probe Length
    For Pipe Size
    For Liquids, gpm
    For Gas, scfm
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Max. Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Body
    Ht.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    304 Stainless Steel Body with 316 Stainless Steel Fittings
     
    1 Digital NPN Signal Output
    1/4
    1/2
    3/4
    1
    		0.02 to 1.5
    0.05 to 4.9
    0.13 to 12.7
    0.23 to 23    		0.14 to 2
    0.54 to 8.05
    1.21 to 18.11
    2.15 to 32.21    		4,300 psi @ 70° F-10 to 17536250 mA @ 19V DC
    250 mA @ 36V DC    		2 11/16"IP65, IP67
    		C-UL Listed
    UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		4547N130000000
     
    1 Digital PNP Signal Output
    1/4
    1/2
    3/4
    1
    		0.02 to 1.5
    0.05 to 4.9
    0.13 to 12.7
    0.23 to 23    		0.14 to 2
    0.54 to 8.05
    1.21 to 18.11
    2.15 to 32.21    		4,300 psi @ 70° F-10 to 17536250 mA @ 36V DC
    250 mA @ 18V DC    		2 11/16"IP65, IP67
    		C-UL Listed
    UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		4547N11000000
     
    2 Digital NPN Signal Output
    1/4
    1/2
    3/4
    1
    		0.02 to 1.5
    0.05 to 4.9
    0.13 to 12.7
    0.23 to 23    		0.14 to 2
    0.54 to 8.05
    1.21 to 18.11
    2.15 to 32.21    		4,300 psi @ 70° F-10 to 17536250 mA @ 19V DC
    250 mA @ 36V DC    		2 11/16"IP65, IP67
    		C-UL Listed
    UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		4547N14000000
     
    2 Digital PNP Signal Output
    1/4
    1/2
    3/4
    1
    		0.02 to 1.5
    0.05 to 4.9
    0.13 to 12.7
    0.23 to 23    		0.14 to 2
    0.54 to 8.05
    1.21 to 18.11
    2.15 to 32.21    		4,300 psi @ 70° F-10 to 17536250 mA @ 36V DC
    250 mA @ 18V DC    		2 11/16"IP65, IP67
    		C-UL Listed
    UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		4547N12000000
     
    Mounting Adapters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flow Switch Mounting Adapters. Threaded Fitting Connection.

    Threaded Fitting

    Connection

    Pipe
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Gender
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Threaded Fitting Connection
    1/4
    		NPT
    		Male1 7/16"316 Stainless Steel
    		4547N15000000
    1/2
    		NPT
    		Male1 1/8"316 Stainless Steel
    		4547N1600000
    3/4
    		NPT
    		Male15/16"304 Stainless Steel
    		4547N1700000
    1
    		NPT
    		Male1 3/8"304 Stainless Steel, Brass4547N1800000
     

    Fixed-Set-Point Hazardous-Location Flow Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flow Switches. Fixed-Set-Point Hazardous-Location Flow Switches.
    Safe to use where flammable gases and combustible dust may be present, these switches activate or deactivate when your flow reaches a factory-set level. All are UL listed for hazardous environments. Because their set point is fixed, they’re ready to go, making them easy to install. They actuate when your flowing liquid or gas pushes their paddle into a set position. These switches are single pole, double throw (SPDT) and can turn one device from off to on (normally open) or from on to off (normally closed). They must be mounted horizontally to function accurately.
    These switches are calibrated with water and air. They can also be used with other liquids and gases but may not measure accurately if their viscosity is significantly different.
    Set Point
    Conduit
    Pipe
    Connections
    For Liquids,
    gpm
    For Gas,
    scfm
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Voltage, V AC
    Max. Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Trade
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Gender
    End-to-End
    Lg.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    304 Stainless Steel Body with Threaded 304 Stainless Steel Fittings
    1/2 NPT Female1.56.52,000 psi @ 70° F-4 to 220120/2405 amp @ 120V AC3/4
    		NPT
    		Male2 1/4"NEMA 4
    		UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		47565K610000000
    3/4 NPT Female2102,000 psi @ 70° F-4 to 220120/2405 amp @ 120V AC3/4
    		NPT
    		Male2 5/8"NEMA 4
    		UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		47565K62000000
    1 NPT Female3142,000 psi @ 70° F-4 to 220120/2405 amp @ 120V AC3/4
    		NPT
    		Male3"NEMA 4
    		UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		47565K63000000
    2 NPT Female10432,000 psi @ 70° F-4 to 220120/2405 amp @ 120V AC3/4
    		NPT
    		Male4 3/4"NEMA 4
    		UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		47565K6600000000
     

    Hazardous-Location Flow Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flow Switches. Hazardous-Location Flow Switches.
    UL listed for use where flammable gases or combustible dusts may be present, these flow switches activate or deactivate equipment when your flow rate reaches a set point. Use the adjustment screw to select their set point. They actuate when your flowing liquid or gas pushes their paddle into a certain position determined by the set point. All are single pole, double throw (SPDT) and can either turn one device from off to on (normally open) or on to off (normally closed). Mount them horizontally. Rated NEMA 4, they also protect against weather and washdowns.
    These flow switches are calibrated with water and air. You can use them with other liquids and gases, but they may not measure accurately if the viscosity is different from water or air.
    Flow Set Point
    Conduit
    Pipe
    Connections
    For Liquids,
    gpm
    For Gas,
    scfm
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Voltage, V AC
    Max. Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Trade
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Gender
    End-to-End
    Lg.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    304 Stainless Steel Body with Threaded 304 Stainless Steel Fittings
    1/2 NPT Female0.04 to 0.750.18 to 2.71,450 psi @ 70° F-4 to 220120/2405 amp @ 120V AC3/4
    		NPT
    		Male3 5/8"NEMA 4
    		UL Listed
    CE Marked
    		91445K240000000
     

    Flow, Pressure, and Temperature Transmitters for Gases

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flow Transmitters. Flow, Pressure, and Temperature Transmitters for Gases.
    Measure and transmit flow rate, pressure, and temperature of industrial gases, such as air, argon, CO2, and nitrogen, flowing through your system. These transmitters are ideal for applications where temperature and pressure can fluctuate. To calculate flow rate, they generate a small amount of heat, then measure the cooling effect your gas has on it. Also known as transducers, these transmitters convert measurements to an electrical signal that can be interpreted by receiving devices, such as remote displays and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). As flow, temperature, and pressure increases, the output signal increases. For your receiving device to interpret the signal, you will need to calibrate it for the measurement range and output signal of the transmitter. They only give accurate readings within the rated measurement range. Mount them directly inline with your system. They measure correctly no matter their mounting orientation.
    A digital display makes it easy to read measurements and adjust settings based on your gas. These transmitters have two configurable outputs, and each output can only be wired for one measurement (flow rate, pressure, or temperature). Outputs configured as digital pulse send flow data using spikes of voltage that match the input voltage of the transmitter. One of the outputs can be wired for IO-Link, so you can change settings and receive error messages remotely from your PLC or computer. You’ll need an IO Link controller (not included) to connect to your interface.
    These transmitters are calibrated with air but still measure accurately when used with other gases.
    Flow Measurement
    Type
    Pipe
    Connections
    Flow Range,
    scfm
    End-to-End
    Lg.
    Accuracy
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal Material
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Mounting
    Position
    Field
    Recalibratable
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    One Digital Switch/Pulse Output and One 4-20 mA Analog Transmitter/Digital Switch/Pulse Output—4-Pole M12 Connection Plug
     
    304 Stainless Steel Body with 304 Stainless Steel Fitting
    Thermal1/2 NPT Male0.15 to 4411 13/16"±6%230 psi @ 70° F14 to 140Fluoroelastomer
    		18 to 30Any AngleNoIP65, IP67
    		4384N11000000000
    Thermal1 NPT Male0.4 to 13218 3/4"±6%230 psi @ 70° F14 to 140Fluoroelastomer
    		18 to 30Any AngleNoIP65, IP67
    		4384N1200000000
     
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