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Fluid Level Switch Sensor | IO-Link Connectivity | IP66/IP67/IP69 Protection | by SICK
The Fluid Level Switch Sensor is designed for precise fluid level detection in industrial processes, featuring a robust stainless steel housing and an IO-Link communication interface for smart connectivity. With a process pressure range of –1 bar to 25 bar and a temperature range of –20 °C to +100 °C, this sensor is ideal for applications in the food and beverage industry, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh environments.
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Technical Specifications
- Medium: Fluids
- Measurement type: Switch
- Process pressure: –1 bar to 25 bar
- Process temperature: –20 °C to +100 °C
- Reproducibility: ±1 mm
- Response time: 500 ms
- Dielectricity constant: ≥ 2
- MTBF: 7.3 million hours
- Communication interface: IO-Link
- Supply voltage: 12 V DC to 35 V DC
- Residual ripple: ≤ 5 V pp
- Power consumption: ≤ 0.1 W
- Protection class: III
- Connection type: M12 round connector, 4-pin
- Output signal: 2 x PNP/NPN, IO-Link
- Contamination rating: 4
- Inductive load: ≤ 0.5 H
- Capacitive load: 100 nF
- Enclosure rating: IP66, IP67, IP69
- Overvoltage category: I
- Load current: ≤ 250 mA (short-circuit proof)
- Voltage drop: < 3 V
- Switching voltage: < 34 V DC
- Reverse current: < 10 µA
- Wetted parts: PEEK
- Process connection: G ½", DIN 3852-A / 316L
- Housing material: Stainless steel 1.4404 / 316L, Plastic (Valox®)
- Sealing material: NBR (male connector)
- Ambient operating temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C
- Ambient storage temperature: –40 °C to +80 °C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 100mm x 30mm x 30mm
- Weight: 0.3 kg
Key Features
- Switch measurement for fluids with process pressure range from –1 bar to 25 bar
- Process temperature range from –20 °C to +100 °C
- High reproducibility of ±1 mm and fast response time of 500 ms
- Communication interface: IO-Link for smart connectivity
- Robust stainless steel housing (1.4404 / 316L) with PEEK wetted parts
- Protection rating IP66, IP67, and IP69 for harsh environments
- Output signals: 2 x PNP/NPN, IO-Link with short-circuit proof output
- Low power consumption ≤ 0.1 W and supply voltage 12 V DC to 35 V DC
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with fluid sensors and IO-Link communication to ensure proper setup and safety compliance.
Applications
- Fluid level detection and monitoring in industrial processes
- Use in food and beverage industry due to food contact material certification
- Suitable for applications requiring precise fluid switching under pressure and temperature variations
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Environmental Benefits
- Low power consumption reduces energy usage
- Durable materials and high MTBF (7.3 million hours) reduce waste and replacement frequency
- Certified food contact materials support safe and sustainable food processing
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK LFC-XXSBTM Fluid Switch Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial fluid monitoring and control applications.
