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Tuning Fork Level Switch LFV230 | Fluid Level Sensor | IP67 Rated | ±2 mm Accuracy | by SICK
The Tuning Fork Level Switch LFV230 is designed for precise fluid level detection in industrial applications. With a wide process pressure range from -1 bar to 64 bar and an operating temperature of -40 °C to +100 °C, it ensures reliable performance in various environments. Built with robust stainless steel wetted parts and an IP67 rated enclosure, this sensor is perfect for monitoring liquids with varying viscosities and densities, making it ideal for the chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries.
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Technical Specifications
- Medium: Fluids
- Measurement type: Switch
- Probe length: 1000 mm
- Process pressure range: -1 bar to 64 bar
- Process temperature range: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Fill material density range: 0.7 g/cm³ to 2.5 g/cm³
- Sensor accuracy: ±2 mm
- Reproducibility: ≤1 mm
- Viscosity range: 0.1 mPas to 10,000 mPas
- Resolution: ≤1 mm
- Response time: 500 ms
- MTBF: 1.25 x 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: M12 round connector, 4-pin
- Output signal: Transistor output PNP
- Hysteresis: 2 mm
- Output current: <250 mA
- Inductive load: ≤1 H
- Capacitive load: 100 nF
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- 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
- Storage temperature: -40 °C to +80 °C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 30mm x 1000mm 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 temperatures from -40 °C to +100 °C
- High accuracy with ±2 mm sensor element precision
- Fast response time of 500 ms
- Robust stainless steel wetted parts (1.4404 / 316L)
- IP67 rated enclosure for protection against dust and water
- Transistor output PNP with output current less than 250 mA
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
- 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, typically 12 months from date of purchase.
Available Now
The SICK LFV230-XASGBTPM1000 tuning fork level switch is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial fluid level monitoring applications.
