Soliswitch FTE20
Technical Data
ComparePoint Level / Solids
| Measuring Principle | Paddle |
| Characteristic / Application | universally applicable as a full, empty and demand alarm on silos containing solids |
| Specialities | Rotation Monitoring System Fold-away paddle |
| Supply / Communication | 230 VAC 50/60 Hz 115 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 ... 22 psi) |
| Min. density of medium | >= 80 g/l |
| Main wetted parts | 1.4305 |
| Max. tensile strength | Rope version >1500N |
| Process connection | NPT 1 1/2", PBT NPT 1 1/4", PBT G 1 1/2", PBT NPT 1 1/2", 1.4305 NPT 1 1/4", 1.4305 G 1 1/2", 1.4305 |
| Sensor length | 75 mm (3") 100 mm (4") 120 mm (4 3/4") 200 mm (8") 300 mm (12") Rope length of approx 2000 mm (80"), can be shortened |
| Communication | Micro switch with changeover contact max. 10 A/250 VAC |
| Certificates / Approvals | ATEX II1/2D Ex ta/tb IIIC Da/Db CSA DIP/ II, III/1/E-G FM DIP/ II, III/1/E-G EAC Ex ta/tb IIIC Da/Db IECEx Ex ta/tb IIIC Da/Db NEPSI Ex tD A20/A21 UK II1/2D Ex ta/tb IIIC Da/Db INMETRO Ex ta/tb IIIC Da/Db Non-hazardous area + KC marking |
| Options | Rotation Monitoring System Signal Lamp Fold-away paddle Weather protection cover |
| Components | HAW569 Surge arrester |
The economical Soliswitch FTE20 is a paddle-type level switch for limit detection of bulk solids. The robust polymer housing and one-piece design make it the ideal sensor for detecting full, empty and demand states of bulk solids. The device uses an optimized polymer material and robust construction and complies with the latest standards, suitable for dust explosion hazardous areas.
Advantages
The device features a tool-free fault self-test function and automatic rotation monitoring, offering excellent value for money
Economical paddle-type limit switch for solids granule measurement, Ex approved
Suitable for dust explosion hazardous areas and complies with the highest safety standards
The switch adjusts automatically to the weight of the solids, without tools
The device housing can be rotated 360 ° to ensure the best installation position
Easy installation
Robust plastic housing with transparent cap
Areas of application
Process connections: NPT 1½", PBT; NPT 1¼", PBT; G 1½", PBT; NPT 1½", 1.4305; NPT 1¼", 1.4305; G 1½", 1.4305
Sensor length: various standard lengths between 100 mm (4") and 600 mm (24"), rope extension length 2000 mm (80") (adjustable)
Ambient temperature: -20...+80 °C (-4...+170 °F)
Process pressure range (absolute): 0.5...2.5 bar (7...36 psi)
ATEX II 1/3 D, CSA DIP/ II, III/1/E-G, FM DIP/ II, III/1/E-G
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Case Studies
Municipal Wastewater Treatment — Wastewater Treatment Plant · Rotary Application Case
Project Background
Municipal Wastewater Treatment customers at the Wastewater Treatment Plant stage have long faced the challenge of insufficient accuracy in effluent quality monitoring and instruments prone to contamination causing data drift, affecting compliance discharge, placing higher demands on the stability and measurement accuracy of Rotary.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable Rotary for the customer and delivered one-stop service covering selection, installation, commissioning and tuning.
Results
- Measurement accuracy and response speed significantly improved, with stable and reliable data;
- Instruments adapt to complex Municipal Wastewater Treatment conditions, greatly reducing maintenance;
- Helping customers achieve continuous online monitoring and cost reduction, highly recognized by customers.
Food & Beverage — Food Production Line · Rotary Application Case
Project Background
Food & Beverage customers at the Food Production Line stage have long faced the challenge of high hygienic measurement requirements, with inline instruments needing to withstand CIP/SIP cleaning while maintaining stable accuracy, placing higher demands on the stability and measurement accuracy of Rotary.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable Rotary for the customer and delivered one-stop service covering selection, installation, commissioning and tuning.
Results
- Measurement accuracy and response speed significantly improved, with stable and reliable data;
- Instruments adapt to complex Food & Beverage conditions, greatly reducing maintenance;
- Helping customers achieve continuous online monitoring and cost reduction, highly recognized by customers.
Chemical & Pharmaceutical — Reactors and Storage Tanks · Rotary Application Case
Project Background
Chemical & Pharmaceutical customers at the Reactors and Storage Tanks stage have long faced the challenge of highly corrosive media and complex conditions, requiring corrosion-resistant and explosion-proof instruments, placing higher demands on the stability and measurement accuracy of Rotary.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable Rotary for the customer and delivered one-stop service covering selection, installation, commissioning and tuning.
Results
- Measurement accuracy and response speed significantly improved, with stable and reliable data;
- Instruments adapt to complex Chemical & Pharmaceutical conditions, greatly reducing maintenance;
- Helping customers achieve continuous online monitoring and cost reduction, highly recognized by customers.
Power & Energy — Power Plant Boiler and Turbine · Rotary Application Case
Project Background
Power & Energy customers at the Power Plant Boiler and Turbine stage have long faced the challenge of unstable measurement under high temperature and pressure, with high maintenance and downtime costs, placing higher demands on the stability and measurement accuracy of Rotary.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable Rotary for the customer and delivered one-stop service covering selection, installation, commissioning and tuning.
Results
- Measurement accuracy and response speed significantly improved, with stable and reliable data;
- Instruments adapt to complex Power & Energy conditions, greatly reducing maintenance;
- Helping customers achieve continuous online monitoring and cost reduction, highly recognized by customers.
