BLIND PRESSURE AND

DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SWITCHES

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BLIND PRESSURE AND

DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SWITCHES

Blind Pressure &

Differential Pressure Switches
GENERAL has been designing & manufacturing
reliable, high quality diaphragm type blind pressure
switches to suit to most of the industrial applications
for accurate control of the process equipments.
Rigorous and continuous tests are conducted for
design and quality conformance.

BLIND PRESSURE SWITCH

Application Area:
Safety, Alarming & Tripping of
following systems
n
Compressors, Pumps
n Generators
Turbines,
n etc
Boilers,
n
Fluid Power/Hydraulics
n
High/Low Limit level staging functions.

BLIND DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SWITCH

Application Area:
Loss of pressure due to choking
n Filters
Across
n Blowers
Across
n Orifice Plates, Nozzle & Venturi
Across
n water steam interface in boilers etc
Across

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Die-cast Al, Flameproof
to Gr. IIA, IIB, IIC &
Weather proof to IP66

LP

LP
HP

HP

Blind Differential Pressure Switch

(Flameproof)

Specifications
Standard
Repeat Accuracy
Scale Accuracy
Static pressure

BS-6134:1991
+/- 0.5% FSR
+/- 3% FSR
Generally Static pressure provided 150% FSR, on request maximum Static
pressure of 100Kg / cm can be offered for screwed type process connection,
shift of +/-2% in set point will be observed after pressure falls from Static
pressure. For Flanged type connection maximum Static pressure can be
150% FSR or as per Flange rating whichever is higher.
Ambient Temp
(-)20C to 70C
Process Temp
(-)20C to 170C for SS wetted parts with Teflon Seal
Set Point
Adjustable from 20 to 80% for better performance.
High Voltage Strength Withstands 0.5 KV between open contact for 1 Sec & 2 KV between
terminals and earth for one minute.
Insulation Resistance >10 M Ohms at 500VDC
Intrinsic Safety
Switches are classified as Simple Electrical Apparatus as per BS-5345 and
suitable to be used in intrinsically safe equipments/systems without certification.
Mounting
Surface mounting /Pipe/Field.
Enclosure
Weatherproof IP67 / Flameproof IIA, IIB, IIC

Notes:
1. Gr.IIA & IIB T6 as per IS 2148-2004 (IEC-60079:2001) & W/p to IP 66 as per IS12063-1987
(equivalent to NEC CL.1,Gr.C & D.)
2. Gr.IIC,T6 as per IS 2148-2004(IEC-60079:2001) & W/p to IP66 as per IS12063-1987
(equivalent to NEC CL.1, DIV.1, Gr.A & B.)
3. Weatherproof enclosure is effective only if all entries and joint faces are properly sealed. Flameproof enclosure is
weatherproof only if cover O ring is retained in position and proper flameproof cable gland is used. It is
recommended to procure cable glands along with flameproof instruments to avoid neglect of it while installation.
4. Accuracy & repeatability are one and the same for all blind differential pressure switches. A shift of 2% may be
observed in set point when pressure falls from full static pressure. Settings will also shift with varying temperature.
5. The instrument is calibrated in the mounting position depicted in the drawing. Hence mounting in any other direction
will cause a minor range shift, especially in low and compound ranges.

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6. A pressure switch is a switching device and not a measuring instrument - even though it has a scale to assist setting.
For this reason, Test Certificates will not contain individual ON-OFF switching values at different scale readings.
Maximum differential obtained alone will be declared, besides other specifications.
7. Switching differentials furnished are nominal maximum values under test conditions at mid-scale and will vary with
range settings and operating conditions.
8. On & off setting should not exceed the upper or lower range of the span.
9. Ambient temperature range: All models are suitable for operating within a range of ambient temperature from ()
20C to (+) 70C provided the process fluid does not freeze within this range. Below 0C, precautions should be
taken in humid atmospheres to prevent frost formation inside the instrument from jamming the mechanism.
Occasional excursions beyond this range are possible but accuracy might be impaired. The microswitch is the
limiting factor which should never exceed the limits () 25C to (+) 80C.
10. Fluid Temperature: A pressure switch connected to the main pipe is
not subjected to the flow and therefore is not fully exposed to the fluid
temperature. Use of adequate length of impulse piping will greatly
reduce excessive heating of the sensing element. For e.g., connection
of 7.5 cm of 12 mm dia impulse piping will reduce water temperature
of 100C to 65C at an ambient temperature of 50C.

Die-cast Al, Flameproof to Gr. IIA,

IIB, IIC & Weather proof to IP66

11. Ensure that impulse pipe work applies no stress on sensing element
housing and use spanners to hold pressure port / housing when
connections are made.
12. Select the range of the instrument such that the set value lies between
35 to 65% of the FSR.
13. Scale Markings are for guidance only. Set the correct set value against
precision master gauge.

Blind Pressure Switch (Flameproof)

Features and Benefits

Complete Product
Line

Standard models and customized specials cover pressure range from 760 mm
Hg VAC to 350 kg/cm2.

Robust Construction Rugged, high-cycle rate tolerance, long life, not critical to vibration, high overrange
and proof pressures, excellent corrosion resistance to hostile environments.
Instrument Quality

High resolution of Set Points, high repeatability, narrow dead band, negligible
temperature effect.

Wetted Parts

Wide selection materials, process connection configurations and sizes.

Optional fire-safe pressure sensor.

Snap-Action

Wide selection UL Listed and CSA Certified switching elements for AC

Electrical Switching

and DC service. Optional hermetically sealed capsule for hazardous

and hostile environments.

Field Adjustable

Self-locking adjustment, no special tools required.

No-charge factory calibration.

Cost Effective

Simple and fast installation without special tools, long service life, no required
periodic service or spare parts.

Built-In Quality

Rigid quality standards maintained from raw material to finished product.

Service

Factory sales engineers and area SOR representatives provide effective and
prompt worldwide service.

Delivery

Routine shipments 7 to 10 working days. Emergency shipments via same day air.
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Ordering Code (How to order)
GF
Type

GF
SS
010
W
103
WGE
SX
86S
IK
P

SS
Series

010

103

WGE

Range

Enclosure
Type

Switch
Type

Conduit
Entry

SX

86S

IK

Sensor

Process
Connection

Switch
Activation

Accessories

BPS with fixed switching differential (select from Table I)

BPS with Metal diaphragm (select from Table II)
1-10 kg/cm2 (select from Table III)
Weather proof (select from Table IV)
1 SPDT 15A 230VAC general purpose snap acting switch. (select from Table V)
1/2" NPT Brass nickel plated DCCG. (select from Table VI)
SS316L Diaphragm with SS316 wetted parts & Teflon seal. (select from Table VII)
1/2" NPT(M) SS316 process connections. (select from Table VIII)
Calibration for increasing pressure in kg/cm2 (select from Table IX)
2" Pipe mounting Bracket. (select from Table X)

NOTE : Specifications are subject to change without prior notice due to continuous product development.

Model Selection Guide

Please select one code from each of the following tables
to complete the model selection

Die-cast Aluminium,
Weatherproof to IP-66 (IS:13947)

Table I : Model
DESCRIPTION

CODE

Blind pressure switch with fixed switching

differential

GF

Blind pressure switch with adjustable

switching differential

GA

Blind differential pressure switch with

fixed switching differential

DF

Blind differential pressure switch with

adjustable switching differential

DA

Blind Pressure Switch (Weatherproof)

Die-cast Aluminium,
Weatherproof to IP-66 (IS:13947)

Table II : Series
DESCRIPTION

CODE

Pressure switch Metal diaphragm

SS

Differential pressure switch Metal diaphragm

DS

Pressure switch Rubber diaphragm

SR

Differential pressure switch Rubber diaphragm

DR
Blind Differential Pressure Switch (Weatherproof)

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Table III : Ranges
RANGE

Availability

COD

Dimensional Details of Sensor System

BPS
LxD

BDPS
LxD

-0.9 to 0 kg/cm2
-0.9 to 1.5 kg/cm2
-0.5 to 0.5 kg/cm2
-200 to +200 mm WC
-400 to +400 mmWC
-800 to 0 mmWC

In SS series
In SS series
In SS series
In all series
In all series
In all series

VP9
C15
CP5
C02
C04
C08

60 x 60
60 x 60
60 x 60
105 x 50
105 x 50
105 x 50

90 x 60
90 x 60
90 x 60
110 x 65
110 x 65
110 x 65

20 to 200 mmWC
40 to 400 mmWC
50 to 500 mmWC
100 to 1000 mmWC
600 to 6000 mmWC
0.05 to 0.16 kg/cm2
0.08 to 0.4 kg/cm2

In all series
In all series
In all series
In all series
In all series
In all series
In all series

W02
W04
W05
W10
W60
P16
0P4

105 x 40
105 x 40
105 x 40
90 x 40
65 x 40
90 x 40
65 x 40

110 x 55
110 x 55
110 x 55
110 x 55
110 x 55
110 x 55
110 x 55

0.2 to 1 kg/cm2
0.2 to 2 kg/cm2
0.4 to 4 kg/cm2
0.6 to 6 kg/cm2
1.0 to 10 kg/cm2

In all series
In all series
In all series
In all series
In SS series

001
002
004
006
010

60 x 40
60 x 40
60 x 40
60 x 40
60 x 40

80 x 55
80 x 55
80 x 55
80 x 55
80 x 55

1.5 to 15 kg/cm2
2.0 to 20 kg/cm2
2.0 to 25 kg/cm2
4.0 to 40 kg/cm2
6.0 to 60 kg/cm2
10 to 100 kg/cm2
10 to 160 kg/cm2
20 to 200 kg/cm2
25 to 250 kg/cm2
35 to 350 kg/cm2

In SS series
In SS series
In SS series
In SS series
In SS series
In SS series
In SS series
In SS series
In SS series
In SS series

015
020
025
040
060
100
160
200
250
350

60 x 40
45 x 40
45 x 40
45 x 40
35 x 40
35 x 40
35 x 40
35 x 40
35 x 40
35 x 40

NOTE : For other ranges please contact to factory

Table IV : Type of Enclosure

DESCRIPTION

CODE

Weather proof with die-cast Aluminium with epoxy powder coated conforming to IP-67 protection
in accordance with IS:13947 Part I, 1993

Flame proof & weather proof with die cast Aluminium with epoxy powder coating conforming
to IP-66 protection suitable to gas group I, IIA, IIB (NEC Cl. 1, Div 1, Gr C & D), as per
IS 2148-2004 (IEC-60079:2001) & W/p to IP 66 as per IS12063-1987 (equivalent to NEC CL.1,
Gr.C & D).

Flame proof & weather proof with die cast Aluminium with epoxy powder coating conforming
to IP-66 protection suitable to gas group IIC (NEC Cl. 1, Div 1, Gr B, C & D), as per
IS 2148-2004 (IEC-60079:2001) & W/p to IP 66 as per IS12063-1987 (equivalent to NEC CL.1,
Gr.C & D).

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Table V : Type of Micro Switch
DESCRIPTION

CODE

AVAILABILITY
IN MODELS

A.C.RATING
Volt
220
110
24
220
110
24
220
110
24
220
110
24
220
110
24
220
110
24
220
110
24
220
110
24
220
110
24
220
110
24
N/A
N/A
30
30
250
125
24

D.C.RATING
Current
Resistive
Inductive
0.25A
0.03A
0.50A
0.07A
5.0A
3.00A
0.25A
0.03A
0.50A
0.07A
5.0A
3.00A
0.2A
0.03A
0.4A
0.03A
2.0A
1.00A
0.2A
0.03A
0.4A
0.03A
2.0A
1.00A
0.25A
0.1A
0.5A
0.2A
8A
7A
0.25A
0.1A
0.5A
0.2A
8A
7A
0.25A
0.1A
0.5A
0.2A
8A
7A
0.25A
0.1A
0.5A
0.2A
8A
7A
0.2A
0.03A
0.4A
0.03A
2.0A
1.00A
0.2A
0.03A
0.4A
0.03A
2.0A
1.00A

1-SPDT general purpose

100

GF/GD

5A-250VAC

2-SPDT general purpose

200

GF/GD

5A-250VAC

1-SPDT-low switching
differential

101

GF/GD/GA/DA

15A-250 VAC

2-SPDT-low switching
differential

201

GF/GD/GA/DA

15A-250VAC

1-SPDT-General Purpose

102

GF/GD/GA/DA

5A-250VAC

2-SPDT-General Purpose

202

GF/GD/GA/DA

5A-250VAC

SPDT-General Purpose

103

GF/GD/GA/DA

15A-250VAC

2-SPDT-General Purpose

203

GF/GD/GA/DA

15A-250VAC

1-SPDT- Very low

switching differential

104

GF/GD

10A-250 VAC

2-SPDT- Very low

switching differential

204

GF/GD

10A-250 VAC

SPDT-Gold Contact
2-SPDT-Gold Contact
SPDT-General Purpose
2-SPDT-General Purpose
1-DPDT.

105
205
106
206
107

GF/GD/GA/DA
GF/GD/GA/DA
GF/GD/GA/DA
GF/GD/GA/DA
GF/GD/GA/DA

1A-250VAC
1A-250VAC
10A-250VAC
10A-250VAC
10A-250 VAC

1-SPDT environmentally
sealed
2-SPDT environmentally
sealed
Any special requirement

108

GF/GD

5A-250VAC

6A
6A
0.2A
0.3A
6.0A
Consult Factory

208

GF/GD

5A-250VAC

Consult Factory

XXX

N/A

N/A

N/A

6A
6A
0.01A
0.02A
1.00A

NOTE : For 2nos SPDT version +/-2% FSR variation can be observed between two micro switch change overs.

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Table VI : Type of Electrical Entry
Please specify entry/gland as per the code given below.
SCCG : Single compression cable gland DCCG : Double compression cable gland.
DESCRIPTION
W/P
SCCG WSS
3/8"BSPF
ETF W11
BSPF
NPTF
BSPF
NTPF
ET DCCG Brass
ET DCCG SS
BSP DCCG Brass
BSP DCCG SS
NPT DCCG Brass
NPT DCCG SS
NPT DCCG Brass
NPT DCCG SS
BSP DCCG Brass
BSP DCCG SS
4 Pin Connector*
7 Pin connector*

CODE
FLP(IIA/IIB) FLP(IIC)

W1S
F1S
W12
W13
W14
W15
WGA
WGB
WGC
WGD
WGE
WGF
WGG
WGH
WGI
WGJ
4PC
7PC

F11
C1S
F12
F13
F14
F15
FGA
FGB
FGC
FGD
FGE
FGF
FGG
FGH
FGI
FGJ
-

C11

a) On request SCCG-shall be provided

for weather proof housing :
use CODE as "WSS"

C12
C13
C14
C15
CGA
CGB
CGC
CGD
CGE
CGF
CGG
CGH
CGI
CGJ
-

b) For "double entry" please insert number

"2" in middle position of the code.
(e.g- CODE X2X)
c) For "double entry" but one entry plugged
insert letter "P" in middle position
(e.g-CODE XPX).
d) For flameproof enclosure entry is directly
provided on the housing.
e) Specify "99X" for any special requirement.
f) *For 4 & 7 pin connector option please
replace P by R for 47 Kohms resistor
(Between two contacts).
g) *For 4 & 7 pin connector option replace
C by G for gold contacts.

Table VII : Sensor System (Diaphragm & Wetted Parts)

CODE NOTE :

DESCRIPTION
SS316L diaphragm with SS304 wetted parts & teflon seal
SS316L diaphragm with SS316 wetted parts & teflon seal
Neoprene diaphragm and Aluminium wetted parts with nitrile seal
Silicone diaphragm and Aluminium wetted parts with teflon seal
EPDM diaphragm and Aluminium wetted parts with teflon seal
Viton diaphragm and Aluminium wetted parts with teflon seal
Monel diaphragm with Monel wetted parts& teflon seal.
Hastelloy diaphragm with Hastelloy wetted parts & teflon seal.
Any other special construction (Please specify complete details separately)

SS
SX
NA
SA
EA
VA
MM
HH
XX

1. Range code VP9, C15 &

CP5 wetted parts other
than SS304, SS316,
SS316L are possible with
Chemical seal.
2. Range code CO2,CO4,
CO8, are possible with
SS304, SS316, SS316L,
Alu only.
3. Wetted Parts can be proved
confirming to NACE
MR-01-75 as optional.

Table VIII : Type of Process Connection Required

XOA-AIUMINUM

X4S-SS304

X6S-SS316

SIZE

BSP(F)

BSP(M)

NPT(F)

NPT(M)

1/4"
1/2"

10A 14S 16S

50A 54S 56S

20A 24S 26S

60A 64S 66S

30A 34S 36S

70A 74S 76S

40A 44S 46S

80A 84S 86S

Special Mention 99X for selection other than the above

BSP (F) is standard. Any other connections will be provided with suitable adaptors.
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Table IX : Calibration / Units
DESCRIPTION

Table X : Accessories
CODE

Calibration in increasing pressure in kg/cm2

Calibration in decreasing pressure in kg/cm2
Calibration in increasing pressure in bar
Calibration in decreasing pressure in bar
For any other pressure units please specify IX - for increasing
and DX - for decreasing

IK
DK
IB
DB

TYPE

CODE

Snubber
Syphon
Manifold
Chemical seal
SS Tag plate
Surface Mounting bracket
2" Pipe mounting bracket
Any other
No accessory

S
Y
M
C
T
B
P
X
O

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Switching Differential Chart :
Direct Pressure Switch, Fixed Differential
RANGE

AVAILABILITY
IN SERIES

101

Micro Switch CODE

102
103
104

100

105

106

-0.9 to 0 kg/cm2
-0.9 to 1.5 kg/cm2
-0.5 to 0.5 kg/cm2
-200 to +200 mmWC
-400 to +400 mmWC
-800 to 0 mmWC

SS
SS
SS
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR

0.20
0.20
0.20
90
150
200

0.10
0.10
0.10
100
100
150

0.40
0.40
0.40
-

0.40
0.40
0.40
-

0.06
0.06
0.06
100
100
100

0.40
0.40
0.40
-

0.40
0.40
0.40
-

20 to 200 mmWC
40 to 400 mmWC
50 to 500 mmWC
100 to 1000 mmWC
0.05 to 0.16 kg/cm2
0.08 to 0.4 kg/cm2
60 to 600 mBar

SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR

100
100
100
120
0.015
0.045
50

60
100
100
100
0.015
0.025
30

0.06
0.06
70

0.06
0.06
70

50
50
50
80
0.012
0.010
15

0.06
0.06
70

0.06
0.06
70

0.2 to 1 kg/cm2
0.2 to 2 kg/cm2
0.4 to 4 kg/cm2
0.6 to 6 kg/cm2
1.0 to 10 kg/cm2
1.5 to 15 kg/cm2
2.0 to 20 kg/cm2
2.0 to 25 kg/cm2
4.0 to 40 kg/cm2
6.0 to 60 kg/cm2
10 to 100 kg/cm2
10 to 160 kg/cm2
20 to 200 kg/cm2
25 to 250 kg/cm2
35 to 350 kg/cm2

SS, SR
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS

0.15
0.20
0.40
0.50
0.70
1.00
2.00
3.00
3.00
5.00
7.00
8.00
9.00
10.0
15.0

0.080
0.10
0.30
0.40
0.60
0.80
1.20
1.50
1.50
3.00
4.00
5.00
6.00
7.00
12.00

0.30
0.40
0.50
0.60
0.80
2.00
3.00
4.00
4.00
7.00
8.00
9.00
11.00
12.00
20.00

0.30
0.40
0.50
0.60
0.80
2.00
3.00
4.00
4.00
7.00
8.00
9.00
11.00
12.00
20.00

0.05
0.05
0.10
0.20
0.40
0.60
1.00
1.50
1.50
2.00
3.00
4.00
5.00
6.00
-

0.30 0.30
0.40 0.40
0.50 0.50
0.60 0.60
0.80 0.80
2.00 2.00
3.00 3.00
4.00 4.00
4.00 4.00
7.00 7.00
8.00 8.00
9.00 9.00
11.00 11.00
12.00 12.00
-

NOTE :
1. Switching differential for 2SPDT & flameproof is 1.5 times that of 1SPDT
2. Switching differentials are nominal maximum values at mid-point and change along the set points

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Switching Differential Chart :
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RANGE

AVAILABILITY
IN SERIES

Micro Switch CODE

102
103

101

-0.9 to 0 kg/cm2
-0.9 to 1.5 kg/cm2
-0.5 to 0.5 kg/cm2
-200 to +200 mmWC
-400 to +400 mmWC
-800 to 0 mmWC

SS
SS
SS
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR

0.1-0.4
0.1-0.4
0.1-0.4
100-200
100-300
200-500

0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
-

0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
-

0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
-

20 to 200 mmWC
40 to 400 mmWC
50 to 500 mmWC
100 to 1000 mmWC
0.05 to 0.16 kg/cm2
0.08 to 0.4 kg/cm2
60 to 600 mBar

SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR
SS, SR

60-100
100-300
100-300
100-500
0.02-0.06
0.05-0.06
30-60

0.08-0.2
90-300

0.08-0.2
90-300

0.08-0.2
90-300

0.2 to 1 kg/cm2
0.2 to 2 kg/cm2
0.4 to 4 kg/cm2
0.6 to 6 kg/cm2
1.0 to 10 kg/cm2
1.5 to 15 kg/cm2
2.0 to 20 kg/cm2
2.0 to 25 kg/cm2
4.0 to 40 kg/cm2
6.0 to 60 kg/cm2
10 to 100 kg/cm2
10 to 160 kg/cm2
20 to 200 kg/cm2
25 to 250 kg/cm2

SS, SR
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS

0.08-0.30
0.1-0.3
0.3-1
0.4-2
0.6-2
0.8-3
1.2-5
1.5-6
1.5-6
3-6
4-8
5-8
6-10
7-10

0.3-0.6
0.4-1
0.5-2
0.6-3
1-5
2-8
3-12
4-12
5-25
7-30
8-50
10-80
12-100
50-150

0.3-0.6
0.4-1
0.5-2
0.6-3
1-5
2-8
3-12
4-12
5-25
7-30
8-50
10-80
12-100
50-150

0.3-0.6
0.4-1
0.5-2
0.6-3
1-5
2-8
3-12
4-12
5-25
7-30
8-50
10-80
12-100
50-150

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Switching Differential Chart :
Differential Pressure Switch, Fixed Differential
RANGE

AVAILABILITY
IN SERIES

101

Micro Switch CODE

102
103
104

100

105

106

-0.9 to 0 kg/cm2
-0.9 to 1.5 kg/cm2
-0.5 to 0.5 kg/cm2
-200 to +200 mmWC
-400 to +400 mmWC
-800 to 0 mmWC

DS
DS
DS
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR

0.20
0.20
0.20
90
150
200

0.10
0.10
0.10
100
100
150

0.40
0.40
0.40
-

0.40
0.40
0.40
-

0.06
0.06
0.06
100
100
100

0.40
0.40
0.40
-

0.40
0.40
0.40
-

20 to 200 mmWC
40 to 400 mmWC
50 to 500 mmWC
100 to 1000 mmWC

DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR

100
100
100
120

60
100
100
100

50
50
50
80

0.05 to 0.16 kg/cm2

0.08 to 0.4 kg/cm2
60 to 600 mBar
0.2 to 1 kg/cm2
0.2 to 2 kg/cm2
0.4 to 4 kg/cm2
0.6 to 6 kg/cm2
1.0 to 10 kg/cm2

DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS
DS
DS
DS

0.015
0.045
50
0.15
0.20
0.40
0.50
0.70

0.015
0.025
30
0.080
0.10
0.30
0.40
0.60

0.06
0.06
70
0.30
0.40
0.50
0.60
0.80

0.06
0.06
70
0.30
0.40
0.50
0.60
0.80

0.012
0.010
15
0.05
0.05
0.10
0.20
0.40

0.06
0.06
70
0.30
0.40
0.50
0.60
0.80

0.06
0.06
70
0.30
0.40
0.50
0.60
0.80

Switching Differential Chart :

Differential Pressure Switch, Adjustable Differential
RANGE

AVAILABILITY
IN SERIES

101

Micro Switch CODE

102
103

-0.9 to 0 kg/cm2
-0.9 to 1.5 kg/cm2
-0.5 to 0.5 kg/cm2
-200 to +200 mmWC
-400 to +400 mmWC
-800 to 0 mmWC
20 to 200 mmWC
40 to 400 mmWC
50 to 500 mmWC
100 to 1000 mmWC

DS
DS
DS
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR

0.1-0.4
0.1-0.4
0.1-0.4
100-200
100-300
200-500
60-100
100-300
100-300
100-500

0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
-

0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
-

0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
0.4-0.8
-

0.05 to 0.16 kg/cm2

0.08 to 0.4 kg/cm2
60 to 600 mBar

DS, DR
DS, DR
DS, DR

0.02-0.06
0.05-0.06
30-60

0.08-0.2
90-300

0.08-0.2
90-300

0.08-0.2
90-300

0.2 to 1 kg/cm2
0.2 to 2 kg/cm2
0.4 to 4 kg/cm2
0.6 to 6 kg/cm2
1.0 to 10 kg/cm2

DS, DR
DS
DS
DS
DS

0.08-0.30
0.1-0.3
0.3-1
0.4-2
0.6-2

0.3-0.6
0.4-1
0.5-2
0.6-3
1-5

0.3-0.6
0.4-1
0.5-2
0.6-3
1-5

0.3-0.6
0.4-1
0.5-2
0.6-3
1-5

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Differential Pressure Switches
Glossary of Terms
Adjustable Range
The span of pressure between upper and lower
limits within which the pressure switch can be
adjusted to actuate/deactuate. It is expressed for
increasing pressure.
Dead Band
The difference in pressure between the increasing
Set Point and the decreasing Set Point. It is
expressed as typical, which is an average with the
increasing Set Point at mid-range for a pressure
switch with the standard K switching element. It is
normally fixed (non-adjustable).
DPDT Switching Element
DPDT is two synchronized SPDT switching elements
which actuate together at increasing Set Point and
deactuate together at decreasing Set Point. Discrete
SPDT switching elements allow two independent
circuits to be switched; i.e., one AC and one DC.
Fire-Safe
The ability of a welded seal pressure sensor to
contain the process at elevated temperatures up to
1200F at the rated overrange pressure,
unsupported by the body of the pressure switch.
Pressure Switch
A bi-stable electromechanical device that
actuates/deactuates one or more electrical
switching element(s) at a predetermined discrete
pressure/vacuum (Set Point) upon rising or falling
pressure/vacuum.

Proof Pressure
The maximum input pressure that can be
continuously applied to the pressure switch without
causing leakage or catastrophic material failure.
Permanent change of Set Points may occur, or the
device may be rendered inoperative.
Repeatability
The ability of a pressure switch to successively
operate at a Set Point that is approached from a
starting point in the same direction and returns to
the starting point over three consecutive cycles to
establish a pressure profile. Repeatability on SOR
switches will be smaller than 1% of full scale per
ISA/ANSI S51.1.
Set Point
That discrete pressure at which the pressure switch is
adjusted to actuate/deactuate on rising or falling
pressure. It must fall within the adjustable range and
be called out as increasing or decreasing pressure.
SPDT Switching Element
Single-Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) has three
connections: C - Common, NO - Normally Open
and NC - Normally Closed, which allows the
switching element to be electrically connected to the
circuit in either NO or NC state.
Overrange
The maximum input pressure that can be
continuously applied to the pressure switch without
causing permanent change of Set Point, leakage or
material failure.

The synchronization linkage is factory set, and is not field adjustable. Synchronization is verified by
connecting test lamps to the switching elements and observing them go On simultaneously at actuation
and Off simultaneously at deactuation.

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