APG FS-500 Explosion Proof Stainless Steel Horizontal Float Switch

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The APG FS-500 Series Explosion Proof Stainless Steel Horizontal Float Switch is certified for use in Class I Division 1 / 2, Class II Division 1 / 2, and Class III hazardous areas. NFC and NEMA 4x approved. Horizontally mounted. This unit’s primary characteristics are its 316L stainless steel construction, reversible switch orientation, three adjustment patterns, and two temperature ranges.

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Durable, Reliable Performance APG FS-500 horizontal float switch has stainless steel wetted materials, reversible switch position, and CSA & NSF 169 certifications. Three Different Mounting Options Dual 1/2″ NPTMs, 1/2″ NPTM and 1/4″ NPTM, or Bulkhead mount with 1/2 – 13 threads are available.

Standard Temperature, dual-NPTM mount switches are CSA Explosion Proof, whereas Bulkhead mount switches and all High-Temperature variants are authorized for General Use. Each APG FS-500 horizontal float switch is NSF 169 certified. 100W Resistive Load Capacity FS-500 switches are rated for 100W resistive loads at up to 120 VDC or 240 VAC.

Features:

  • Class I Division 1 / 2
  • Class II Division 1 / 2
  • Class III
  • NEMA 4x
  • NSF 169 certified
  • Compact size
  • Reliability / long switch life
  • Shock resistive construction
  • Switch rated for 100 W
  • Can be used in a wide range of liquids
  • Operating temperatures up to 500° F (260° C)
  • CSA Explosion Proof (Standard Temp) and General Use (High Temp)
  • Horizontal mounting
  • 316L SS material
  • Made in the USA

Specifications:

SeriesFS-500
ModelFS-500-S...P1P1FS-500-HT...P1P1FS-500-S...P58FS-500-HT...P58
FS-500-S...P1P0FS-500-HT...P1P0
Performance
Pressure Rating300 psi (20.7 bar)100 psi (6.9 bar)
Minimum S.G.0.6
Actuation Angle10° ± 3°
Hysteresis8° ± 1°
Environmental
Operating Temp.-40º to 368ºF-40º to 500ºF-40º to 368ºF-40º to 500ºF
(-40º to 187ºC)(-40º to 260ºC)(-40º to 187ºC)(-40º to 260ºC)
LiquidsChemicals, Food, Potable Water
Electrical
Switch Rating
Max Capacity100 W (resistive load only)
Max Current (AC, 50/60 Hz)240 VAC: 0.416 A; 120 VAC: 0.833 A; ≤ 100 VAC: 1 A
Max Current (DC)120 VDC: 0.833 A; ≤ 100 VDC: 1 A
Life Expectancy106 -108
(# of actuations; depedant on electrical load)
Lead Wires#22 AWG, Teflon 24 - 99 in. (610 - 2515 mm)
Physical
Material
Stem316L SS
Float316L SS
Retainer316L SS
MountingHorizontal
Certification
CSA/cCSAus Contract #237484Explosion ProofGeneral Use
Class I, Div. 1 & 2, Groups A, B,C, & D, T3
Class II, Div. 1, Groups E, F, T200°C
Class II, Div. 2, Groups F, G, T200°C
Class III
Ta -40° C to 187° C
Single SealSingle Seal
NSF 169YesYes
Enclosure RatingNEMA 4X

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    Dave H.

    Do you have one that handles 350 PSI?

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