Bulk Solids Level Switch | Rod Probe Type | Non-Contact Output | IP66 & IP67 Rated | by SICK
The Bulk Solids Level Switch is designed for precise measurement and switching of bulk solids in industrial processes. Featuring a robust rod probe of 160 mm, it operates in extreme conditions with a wide temperature range of -50 °C to +250 °C and a pressure range of -1 bar to 16 bar. With a non-contact output signal and high accuracy of ±10 mm, this sensor is perfect for process control in manufacturing and material handling applications.
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- Medium: Bulk solids
- Measurement type: Switch
- Probe type: Rod probe
- Probe length: 160 mm
- Process pressure range: -1 bar to 16 bar
- Process temperature range: -50 °C to +250 °C
- Fill material density: ≥ 0.02 g/cm³
- Sensor element accuracy: ± 10 mm
- Reproducibility: ≤ 5 mm
- Response time: 500 ms (standard), 100 ms (fast)
- MTBF: 4.17 million hours
- Supply voltage: 20 V AC/DC to 253 V AC/DC
- Power consumption: < 4.2 mA
- Initialization time: < 3 s
- Connection type: M20 x 1.5
- Output signal: Non-contact switch
- Output current: < 400 mA
- Inductive load: 1 H
- Capacitive load: 100 nF
- Enclosure rating: IP66, IP67
- Wetted parts: Stainless steel 1.4404 / 316L
- Process connection: G 1" NPT, ASME B1.20.1, PN 16, 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): 50mm x 160mm x 50mm
- Weight: 0.5 kg
- Rod probe type with 160 mm length
- Non-contact switch output signal
- High accuracy with ±10 mm sensor element accuracy
- Robust stainless steel wetted parts (1.4404 / 316L)
- Wide process pressure range from -1 bar to 16 bar
- Wide process temperature range from -50 °C to +250 °C
- Enclosure rating IP66 and IP67 for dust and water protection
- Low power consumption under 4.2 mA
- Fast response time of 100 ms to 500 ms
- High mean time between failures (MTBF) of 4.17 million hours
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with industrial sensor systems and electrical safety standards.
- Measurement and switching of bulk solids in industrial processes
- Suitable for use in harsh environments with varying pressure and temperature
- Ideal for process control in manufacturing and material handling
- Complies with AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
- Durable construction reduces need for frequent replacements, minimizing waste
- Low power consumption contributes to energy efficiency
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
The SICK LBV311-XXBNCCKMX Bulk Solids Rod Probe Switch is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial bulk material measurement and control applications.
