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Tuning Fork Level Switch LFV230 | Fluid Level Sensor | IP65 Rated | ±2 mm Accuracy | by SICK
The Tuning Fork Level Switch LFV230 is designed for precise fluid level measurement in industrial applications. With a robust stainless steel construction and an IP65 rating, it operates effectively in process temperatures from -40 °C to +100 °C. Ideal for chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries, this sensor offers a fast response time of 500 ms and a wide pressure range from -1 bar to 64 bar, ensuring reliable performance in various conditions.
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Technical Specifications
- Medium: Fluids
- Measurement: Switch
- Probe type: Tuning fork
- Probe length: 700 mm
- Process pressure: -1 bar to 64 bar
- Process temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Fill material density: 0.7 g/cm³ to 2.5 g/cm³
- Accuracy of sensor element: ±2 mm
- Reproducibility: ≤1 mm
- Viscosity range: 0.1 mPas to 10,000 mPas
- Resolution: ≤1 mm
- Response time: 500 ms
- MTBF: 1.25×10^7 hours
- Supply voltage: 9.6 V DC to 35 V DC
- Residual ripple: ≤5 V pp
- Power consumption: ≤10 mA
- Initialization time: <2 s
- Connection type: Valve plug DIN 43650
- Output signal: Transistor output PNP
- Hysteresis: 2 mm
- Output current: <250 mA
- Inductive load: ≤1 H
- Capacitive load: 100 nF
- Enclosure rating: IP65
- Temperature drift: 0.03 mm/K
- Wetted parts: Stainless steel 1.4404 / 316L
- Process connection: G ¾ A PN 64
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C
- Ambient storage temperature: -40 °C to +80 °C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 30mm x 700mm x 30mm
- Weight: 1.2 kg
Key Features
- Tuning fork probe type for reliable fluid level measurement
- Wide process pressure range from -1 bar to 64 bar
- Operates in process temperatures from -40 °C to +100 °C
- High accuracy with ±2 mm sensor element precision
- Fast response time of 500 ms
- Robust stainless steel 1.4404 / 316L wetted parts
- IP65 rated enclosure for protection against dust and water
- Valve plug DIN 43650 connection type with transistor PNP output
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with process instrumentation and electrical connections to ensure safety and compliance.
Applications
- Fluid level detection in industrial tanks and vessels
- Process control in chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries
- Monitoring liquids with varying viscosities and densities
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel construction reduces waste and extends product life
- Low power consumption of ≤10 mA supports energy-efficient operation
- Reliable measurement reduces process waste and environmental impact
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK LFV230-XASGBTPV0700 tuning fork level switch is available for immediate purchase, ideal for fluid level monitoring in industrial and process control applications.
