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LVL-A7 Vibration Limit Switch

Key Benefits at a Glance

  • Limit switch for liquids
  • Onsite function check possible thanks to LED indication
  • Large selection of process connections for hassle-free installation in existing systems
  • Easy to install even at points difficult to access due to compact design
  • Rugged stainless steel housing
  • Cost-saving plug connections
  • Approval as overfill protection and leak detection system acc. to WHG

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Product photo: Vibration Limit Switch LVL-A7
Product photo: Vibration Limit Switch LVL-A7
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Product Compliance: Europe – CE
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Technical data of LVL-A7

Measuring methodThe tuning fork is brought to its resonance frequency by means of a piezoelectric drive. If the tuning fork is covered by liquid, this frequency changes. The electronics monitor the resonance frequency and indicate whether the tuning fork is freely vibrating or is covered by liquid.
Construction typecompact device
device with short tube
Operating modeMAX = maximum safety:
The device keeps the electronic switch closed as long as the liquid level is below the fork.
example application: overspill protection
MIN = minimum safety:
The device keeps the electronic switch closed as long as the fork is immersed in liquid.
example application: dry running protection of pumps
The electronic switch opens if the limit is reached, if a fault occurs or in the event of a power fails (quiescent current principle)
SeriesVibracon LVL-A7
Rated voltageUr- DC-PNP: 10 ... 35 V DC, 3-wire
- AC/DC: 20 ... 253 V AC/DC, 2-wire
Current consumption- DC-PNP: < 15 mA
- AC/DC: < 3.8 mA
Power consumption- DC-PNP: < 975 mW
- AC/DC: < 850 mW
Measured variabledensity
Measuring rangemin. 0.7 g/cm3, optional> 0.5 g/cm3
Output typeswitching output
Switching currentmax. 250 mA
Electromagnetic compatibility
Directive 2014/30/EUEN 61326-1:2006 , EN 61326-2-3:2006
Low voltage
Directive 2014/35/EUEN 61010-1:2010
Electromagnetic compatibilityNE 21
Degree of protectionIEC 60529
Shock resistanceEN 60068-2-27
Vibration resistanceEN 60068-2-64
Climate classDIN EN 60068-2-38/IEC 68-2-38
Reference operating conditions- ambient temperature: 25 °C (+77 °F)
- process pressure: 1 bar (14.5 psi)
- fluid: water (density: approx. 1 g/cm3, viscosity: 1 mm2/s)
- medium temperature: 25 °C (+77 °F)
- density setting: > 0.7 g/cm3
- switching time delay: standard (0,5 s, 1 s)
Measured value resolution< 0.5 mm
Measuring frequencyapprox. 1100 Hz in air
Switching point13 mm ± 1 mm
Non-repeatability± 1 mm acc. to DIN 61298-2
Hysteresismax. 3 mm
Influence of ambient temperaturenegligible
Influence of medium temperature-25 µm/°C
Influence of medium pressure-20 µm/bar
Switching time- 0.5 s when tuning fork is covered
- 1.0 s when tuning fork is uncovered
- other switching times on request
Installation conditions
Installation positionsee section mounting position
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature-40 ... 70 °C (-40 ... 158 °F)
Storage temperature-40 ... 85 °C (-40 ... 185 °F)
Shock resistancea = 300 m/s2 = 30 g, 3 planes x 2 directions x 3 shocks x 18 ms, as per test Ea
Vibration resistancea(RMS) = 50 m/s2, ASD = 1.25 (m/s2)2/Hz, f = 5 to 2000 Hz, t = 3 x 2 h
Process conditions
Process temperature-40 ... +100 °C (-40 ... +212 °F)
-40 ... +150 °C (-40 ... +302 °F)
Process pressure (static pressure)-1 ... +40 bar (-14.5 ... +580 psi)
State of aggregationliquid
Densitymin. 0.7 g/cm3, optional> 0.5 g/cm3
Viscosity1 ... 10000 mPa/s, dynamic viscosity
Solid contents< ∅5 mm
Degree of protection- IP65/IP67, NEMA 4X enclosure (plug M12)
- IP65, NEMA 4X enclosure (valve plug)
- IP65/68, NEMA 4X/6P enclosure (cable)
Connection- cable 5 m
- valve plug NPT1/2
- valve plug QUICKON
- valve plug M16
- plug M12
Materialsee technical information (TI)
Surface qualityRa < 3.2 µm
Masssee technical information (TI)
Dimensionssee technical information (TI)
Process connection- thread ISO 228 G1/2, G3/4, G1
- thread EN 10226 R1/2, R3/4, R1
- thread ASME MNPT1/2, MNPT3/4, MNPT1
Display elementsThe LED display is on the connection side.
- green LED: indication of ready to operate
- red LED: fault indication
- yellow LED: operating mode indication
Function testfunction test with test magnet (optional accessory)
Overspill protectionZ-65.11-554 (overspill protection acc. to WHG)
Z-65.40-555 (leak detection system acc. to WHG)
If you need the approvals also in paper form, select the option WH in the type code.
Supplementary documentationtechnical information (TI)
manual (BA)
approval (ZE)
Supplementary informationStatement of Conformity, Declaration of Conformity, Attestation of Conformity and instructions have to be observed where applicable. For information see www.pepperl-fuchs.com.
Designationsee technical information (TI)
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