Bulk Solids Level Switch | Rod Probe 160mm | IP66/IP67 Rated | by SICK
The Bulk Solids Level Switch with a 160mm rod probe is designed for precise level detection in industrial applications. With a process pressure range of -1 bar to 16 bar and a wide temperature range of -50 °C to +150 °C, it ensures reliable performance in harsh environments. Built with robust stainless steel wetted parts and an IP66/IP67 enclosure rating, this sensor is perfect for monitoring bulk materials in silos and hoppers.
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- Medium: Bulk solids
- Measurement type: Switch
- Probe type: Rod probe
- Probe length: 160 mm
- Process pressure: -1 bar to 16 bar
- Process temperature: -50 °C to +150 °C
- Fill material density: ≥ 0.02 g/cm³
- Accuracy of sensor element: ± 10 mm
- Reproducibility: ≤ 5 mm
- Response time: 500 ms (standard), 100 ms (fast)
- MTBF: 4.17 million hours
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 55 V DC
- Residual ripple: ≤ 5 V pp
- Power consumption: ≤ 10 mA
- Initialization time: < 2 s
- Output signal: 1 x PNP/NPN transistor output
- Output current: < 300 mA
- Inductive load: 1 H
- Capacitive load: 100 nF
- Enclosure rating: IP66, IP67
- Wetted parts: Stainless steel 1.4404 / 316L
- Process connection: Flange DN 100 PN 6 Form C, DIN2501/316L
- Housing material: Plastic
- Sensor material: Stainless steel 316L, 318S
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C
- Ambient storage temperature: -40 °C to +80 °C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 200mm x 160mm x 50mm
- Weight: 1.5 kg
- Rod probe type with 160 mm length suitable for bulk solids
- Process pressure range from -1 bar to 16 bar
- Wide process temperature range from -50 °C to +150 °C
- High accuracy with ±10 mm sensor element precision
- Robust stainless steel wetted parts (1.4404 / 316L)
- Enclosure rated IP66 and IP67 for harsh environments
- Volt-free transistor output with PNP/NPN options
- Low power consumption ≤ 10 mA and supply voltage 10 V DC to 55 V DC
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with industrial sensor systems and electrical safety standards.
- Bulk solids level detection in industrial processes
- Measurement and monitoring in storage silos and hoppers
- Process control in material handling systems
- Complies with AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
- Durable stainless steel construction reduces waste and replacement frequency
- Low power consumption contributes to energy efficiency in industrial operations
Standard manufacturer warranty applies, typically 12 months from date of purchase.
The SICK LBV311-XXAZFTKMX Bulk Solids Rod Probe Switch is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial bulk material level detection applications.
