Serviceline Industrial Sensors
Serviceline Explosion Protection
Vibration Limit Switch LVL-M1
- Limit switch for liquids
- Large selection of process connections: universal use
- Wide variety of electronic modules (e. g., relay, thyristor signal output): the right connection for every process control system
- No calibration: quick and low-cost start up
- No mechanically moving parts: maintenance-free, no wear, long operating life
- Monitoring of the vibrating fork for damage: guaranteed function
- PROFIBUS PA protocol: commissioning and maintenance quick and easy
- Up to SIL 2 acc. to IEC/EN 61508
Please note: All product-related documents, such as certificates, declarations of conformity, etc., which were issued prior to the conversion under the name Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH or Pepperl+Fuchs AG, also apply to Pepperl+Fuchs SE.
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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of LVL-M1
| General specifications | ||
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| Function principle | limit detection Maximum or minimum detection in tanks or pipelines containing all types of liquids including use in explosion hazardous areas. Particularly suited to very aggressive liquids thanks to high degree of corrosion protection. |
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| Measuring method | The forks of the sensors vibrate at their intrinsic frequency. This frequency is reduced when covered with liquid. The change in frequency then activates the limit switch. |
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| Construction type | compact device | |
| Series | Vibracon LVL-M1 | |
| Functional safety related parameters | ||
| Safety Integrity Level (SIL) | SIL 2 | |
| Supply | ||
| Rated voltage | electronic insert FEL50A (PA): 9 ... 32 V DC electronic insert FEL51 (AC): 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz electronic insert FEL52 (E5): 10 ... 55 V DC electronic insert FEL54 (WA): 19 ... 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz or 19 ... 55 V DC electronic insert FEL55 (SI): 11 ... 36 V DC, PLC electronic insert FEL56 (N1), FEL58 (N2): isolating amplifier acc. to EN 60947-5-6 (NAMUR) |
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| Current consumption | electronic insert FEL52 (E5): max. 15 mA | |
| Power consumption | electronic insert FEL52 (E5): max. 0.83 W electronic insert FEL54 (WA): max. 1.3 W |
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| Electrical specifications | ||
| Surge protection | electronic insert FEL51 (AC), electronic insert FEL52 (E5), electronic insert FEL54 (WA), electronic insert FEL55 (SI): overvoltage category III | |
| Input | ||
| Switching point | see section switch point | |
| Measured variable | limit level (limit value) | |
| Measuring range | depends on mounting point | |
| Output | ||
| Switching delay | when fork is covered: approx. 0.5 s, when fork is exposed: approx. 1.0 s (other switching times on request) additionally configurable for PROFIBUS PA (electronic insert FEL50A (PA)): 0.5 ... 60 s |
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| Switch behaviour | switch-over for minimum/maximum residual current safety on electronic insert MAX = maximum safety: The output switches to the power fail response when the fork is covered. for use with overspill protection for example MIN = minimum safety: The output switches to the power fail response when the fork is exposed. for use with dry running protection for example When switching on the power supply the output assumes the alarm signal. After max. 2 s it assumes the correct switching mode. |
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| Directive conformity | ||
| Electromagnetic compatibility | ||
| Directive 89/336/EEC | EN 61326 If the fork tines are joined together on account of build-up, the useful signal is attenuated to such an extent that the original EMC values can no longer be completely observed (EN 61000-4-3 electromagnetic fields, EN 61000-4-6 HF coupling). |
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| Low voltage | ||
| Directive 73/23/EEC | EN 61010-1 | |
| Conformity | ||
| Electromagnetic compatibility | NE 21 | |
| Degree of protection | IEC 60529 | |
| Vibration resistance | EN 60068-2-6 | |
| Climate class | DIN EN 60068-2-38/IEC 68-2-38 | |
| Input characteristics | ||
| Medium density | adjustment on the electronic insert > 0,5 g/cm3 or > 0,7 g/cm3 (other on request) | |
| Measurement accuracy | ||
| Reference operating conditions | ambient temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F), medium temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F), product density: 1 g/cm3 (water), viscosity: 1 mm2/s, medium pressure pe: 0 bar, sensor mounting: vertical from above, density switch: to > 0.7 g/cm3 |
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| Maximum measured error | max. ± 1 mm, specified by mounting position | |
| Non-repeatability | 0.1 mm | |
| Hysteresis | approx. 2 mm | |
| Influence of medium density | max. +4.8 ... -3.5 mm (0.5 ... 1.5 g/cm3) | |
| Influence of medium temperature | max. +1.4 ... -2.8 mm (-40 ... 150 °C (-40 ... 302 °F)) | |
| Influence of medium pressure | max. 0 ... -2.5 mm (-1 ... 64 bar) | |
| Operating conditions | ||
| Installation conditions | ||
| Installation position | any position | |
| Process conditions | ||
| Medium temperature | -50 ... 150 °C (-58 ... 302 °F) , exceptions see process connections | |
| Medium pressure | pe = -1 ... 64 bar (-14.5 ... 928.3 psi) over the entire temperature range , exceptions see process connections | |
| Test pressure | max. 100 bar (1.5 times the medium pressure pe), no function during test pressure, burst pressure of diaphragm 200 bar | |
| Thermal shock resistance | max. 120 °C/s (max. 120 K/s) | |
| State of aggregation | liquid | |
| Density | min. 0.5 g/cm3 (compact housing 0.7 g/cm3), other density settings on request | |
| Viscosity | max. 10000 mm2/s (max. 10000 cSt) | |
| Solid contents | < ∅5 mm | |
| Ambient conditions | ||
| Ambient temperature | -50 ... 70 °C (-58 ... 158 °F) , function with reduced data values see section ambient temperature |
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| Storage temperature | -50 ... 80 °C (-58 ... 176 °F) | |
| Vibration resistance | 10 ... 50 Hz, 0.15 mm, 100 cycles | |
| Mechanical specifications | ||
| Degree of protection | polyester, steel, and aluminum housing: IP66/IP67 compact housing: - IP65 with valve connector PG11 or 1/2NPT - IP66/IP68 with M12 x 1 connector without LEDs (1.4435/316L) - IP69K with M12 x 1 connector with LEDs (1.4435/316L) |
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| Connection | electronic inserts: cross section max. 2.5 mm2, lace in end splice in acc. with DIN 46228 ground lead in housing: cross section max. 2.5 mm2 external equipotential bonding: cross section 4 mm2 |
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| Material | wetted parts: - process connection: 1.4435/316L or 2.4610/Alloy C4 - vibration fork: 1.4435/316L or 2.4610/Alloy C4 - flat seal for process connection G2* or G3*: elastomer fibre, asbestos-free housings: - polyester housing: PBT-FR with PBT-FR cover or with PA12 cover with sight glass, cover seal: EPDM - stainless steel housing: 1.4435/316L, cover seal: silicone - aluminum housing: EN-AC-AlSi10Mg, plastic-coated, cover seal: EPDM - compact housing with valve connector or M12 connector: 1.4435/316L cable gland: polyamide or brass, nickel-plated temperature spacer: 1.4435/316L flameproof bushing: 1.4435/316L |
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| Surface quality | Ra < 3.2 µm/80 grit: length, spacer, bushings *A, *B, *E | |
| Mass | 600 g , basic weight: compact sensor, electronic insert, stainless steel housing, process connection G2*, additional weight is dependent on housing and process connection process connections: - A31 1000 g, A41 1200 g, A51 1500 g, A6* 2400 g, A81 4900 g, A91 7000 g - C45 1400 g, C51 1200 g, C71 1600 g, C75 3200 g, C95 5900 g, CA3 5600 g - D45 1400 g, D51 1200 g, D71 1600 g, D75 3200 g, D95 5900 g, DA3 5600 g - F45 1400 g, F51 1200 g, F55 2000 g, F61 1400 g, F65 2400 g, F71 1600 g, F75 3200 g, F7F 2600 g, F81 2400 g, F85 4300 g, F93 4800 g, F95 5900 g, FA3 5600 g, FA5 7500 g - G3* 200 g - J13 no information, J16 no information, J17 1700 g, J19 no information, J1A no information, J1C 1700 g - N3* 200 g, N75 2900 g - R3* 200 g - T51 no information, T61 100 g temperature spacer, flameproof bushing: - IA 600 g, QA 700 g |
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| Dimensions | housing: diameter max. 85 mm, height max. 173 mm temperature separator, flameproof bushing: additional length L 140 mm process connection: length L 66.5 ... 80 mm extension: length type II, for vertical installation from above same switching point as Vibracon LVL1, LVL2 vibration fork: width 17.5 mm, fork width 10 mm, length 25 mm |
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| Process connection | - cylindrical thread G3/4A, G1A to DIN ISO 228/1 with flat seal to DIN 7603 - conical thread R3/4, R1 to DIN 2999, part 1 - conical thread 3/4NPT, 1NPT to ANSI B 1.20.1 - flush-mounted with welding sleeve to factory standard (G3/4A, G1A) - Triclamp 1-1/2 inch, 2 inch to ISO 2852 - flanges to EN 1092-1 from DN25, to ANSI B 16.5 from 1 inch, to JIS B 2238 (RF) from DN25 For further information see type code. |
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| Data for application in connection with hazardous areas | ||
| EU-type examination certificate | see instruction manuals (SI) | |
| International approvals | ||
| FM approval | see control drawings (ZD) | |
| CSA approval | see control drawings (ZD) | |
| IECEx approval | see instruction manuals (SI) | |
| Indication and operation | ||
| Display elements | electronic inserts: - electronic inserts FEL50 A (PA), FEL58 (N2): green LED, yellow LED - electronic inserts FEL51 (AC), FEL52 (E5), FEL54 (WA), FEL55 (SI), FEL56 (N1): green LED, red LED compact housings: compact housing with valve connector - electronic version FEL51 (AC), FEL52 (E5): green LED, red LED - electronic version FEL58 (N2): green LED, yellow LED compact housing with M12 x 1 round connector without LEDs - electronic version FEL52 (E5): green LED, yellow LED, red LED - electronic version FEL58 (N2): green LED, yellow LED compact housing with M12 x 1 round connector with LEDs - electronic version FEL52 (E5): green LED, two yellow LEDs |
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| Control elements | electronic insert FEL50A (PA): 8 switches for device address setting electronic inserts FEL51 (AC), FEL52 (E5), FEL54 (WA), FEL55 (SI), FEL56 (N1): two switches for fail-safe mode and density change electronic insert FEL58 (N2): two switches for fail-safe mode and density change and one test button interrupts lead |
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| Function test | compact housing: function test with test magnet electronic versions FEL51 (AC), FEL52 (E5) and FEL58 (N2): During the test, the current state of the electronic switch is reversed. |
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| Certificates and approvals | ||
| Overspill protection | see approval (ZE) | |
| General information | ||
| Supplementary documentation | technical information (TI) manuals, brief instructions (BA, KA) instruction manuals (SI) control drawings (ZD) |
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| Supplementary information | Observe the certificates, declarations of conformity, instruction manuals, and manuals where applicable. For information see www.pepperl-fuchs.com. | |
Classifications
| System | Classcode |
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| ECLASS 13.0 | 27200518 |
| ECLASS 12.0 | 27200518 |
| ECLASS 11.0 | 27200518 |
| ECLASS 10.0.1 | 27200518 |
| ECLASS 9.0 | 27200589 |
| ECLASS 8.0 | 27200589 |
| ECLASS 5.1 | 27200589 |
| ETIM 9.0 | EC001447 |
| ETIM 8.0 | EC001447 |
| ETIM 7.0 | EC001447 |
| ETIM 6.0 | EC001447 |
| ETIM 5.0 | EC001447 |
| UNSPSC 12.1 | 41111950 |
Details: LVL-M1
Function
The device is a level limit switch for use in all liquids.
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for temperature from -50 °C to +150 °C
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for pressures up to 64 bar
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for viscosities up to 10000 mm 2/s
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for densities up to 0.5 g/cm 3 or 0.7 g/cm 3 (other settings available on request)
The function is not affected by flow, turbulence, bubbles, foam, vibration, bulk solids content or build-up, the device is thus the ideal substitute for float switches.
The compact version is ideal for mounting in pipes.
High corrosion-resistant Alloy C4 (2.4610) is available for the vibration fork and process connection for applications in very aggressive liquids.
Devices with protection Ex ia and Ex d are available for use in explosion hazardous areas.
Product Documentation: LVL-M1
Approvals: LVL-M1
| Certificates | Certificate No. | Language | File Type | File Size |
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| Canada CSA | CoC 212978 | ALL | 251 KB | |
| Control Drawings | ||||
| Layout Drawings | ENG | 656 KB | ||
| Layout Drawings | ENG | 120 KB | ||
| Contamination Declaration | ||||
| Contamination declaration / Kontaminationserklärung | ALL | 137 KB | ||
Software: LVL-M1
| Device Description Files/Drivers | Release Info | File Type | File Size |
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| GSD / GSD | ZIP | 5 KB |
Associated Products: LVL-M1
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