Bilge float switch
Description
The model RLS-5000 bilge float switch is used for the monitoring of limit levels in shipbuilding (e.g. in bilge water tanks) and industrial applications. The robust stainless steel case and the durable marine cable outlet protect the float system even under high mechanical loading, e.g. due to flotsam such as sticks and pieces of wood. Inside the stainless steel case, a permanent magnet built into the float triggers, with its magnetic field, the potential-free reed contact built into the pipe.
Bilge float switch with test device, model RLS-5000
The triggering of the reed contact by the permanent magnet is contact-free and thus free from wear. The reed switch function is freely definable as normally closed, normally open or change-over contact. In the event of maintenance, the optionally available test device enables the manual triggering of the float by a movable wire bracket.
With its optimised mechanical design and certification in accordance with the leading maritime standards, the RLS-5000 is particularly suitable for long-term and reliable use in shipbuilding applications.
Special features
- Robust stainless steel case to protect against mechanical damage
- Durable and resistant marine cable
- With manual test device (optional)
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- Output Signal—
- Electrical connectionflying lead, IP 68
- unit of cable lengthm
- Cable length0
- Test function with
- ApprovalsShip building
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| Model | RLS-5000 |
| Product family | RLS |
| Subcategory | float switch |
| Process connection | Surface mounting lug with 2 drilled holes D = 7.0 mm, Hole centre spacing = 34 mmSurface mounting lug with 2 drilled holes |
| Process temperature | −40…+80 °C |
| Max process pressure | 16 bar |
| Measurement technology | float |
| Output signal | NO · NC · SPDT |
| Electrical connection | Cable outlet, 8 m standard (freely definable) |
| Wetted parts material | Stainless steel 316Ti, Marine cable, sheath material polyolefin, Polyolefin |
| Ambient temperature | −40…+80 °C |
| IP rating | IP68 |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Certifications | RoHSDNV GLCE |
| Datasheet languages | EN, DE |
| Logo | Description | Country |
|---|---|---|
| EU declaration of conformity | Europäische Union | |
| Low voltage directive | ||
| RoHS directive | ||
| DNV GL Schiffe, Schiffbau (z. B. Offshore) | International |
| Logo | Description |
|---|---|
| - | China-RoHS-Richtlinie |
| Re- placed model | Current model | Description |
|---|---|---|
| EX-SR 10 | RLS-4000 | Float switch, stainless steel, terminal housing, ATEX approval |
| EX-SR 11 | RLS-4000 | Float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet, ATEX approval |
| EX-SR 13 | RLS-4000 | Compact float switch, stainless steel, terminal housing, ATEX approval |
| EX-SR 14 | RLS-4000 | Compact float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet, ATEX approval |
| EX-SR 20 | RLS-4000 | Compact angled float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet, ATEX approval |
| EX-SR 21 | RLS-4000 | Compact angled float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet, ATEX approval |
| SR 6 | RLS-5000 | Bilge float switch |
| SR 10 | RLS-1000 | Float switch, stainless steel, terminal housing |
| SR 11 | RLS-1000 | Float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet |
| SR 12 | RLS-1000 | Float switch, stainless steel, connector |
| SR 13 | RLS-1000 | Compact float switch, stainless steel, terminal housing |
| SR 14 | RLS-1000 | Compact float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet |
| SR 20 | RLS-1000 | Angled float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet |
| SR 30 | RLS-2000 | Float switch, plastic, terminal housing |
| SR 31 | RLS-2000 | Float switch, plastic, cable outlet |
| SR 32 | RLS-2000 | Float switch, plastic, connector |
| SR 33 | RLS-2000 | Angled float switch, plastic, cable outlet |
| SR 71 | RLS-1000 | Compact float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet |
| SR 80 | RLS-6000 | Suspended float switch, switch rod activated, reed switch |
| TN 210 | RLS-3000 | Float switch, stainless steel, terminal housing, integrated temperature switch |
| TN 211 | RLS-3000 | Float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet, integrated temperature switch |
| TN 230 | RLS-3000 | Float switch, stainless steel, terminal housing, integrated Pt100 temperature output signal |
| TN 231 | RLS-3000 | Float switch, stainless steel, cable outlet, integrated Pt100 temperature output signal |
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