Product Bulletin

32.2:2100
September 2006

2100 and 2100E Level Switches

Type 2100 Pneumatic and Type 2100E Electric

Liquid Level Switches
The on-off Type 2100 pneumatic switch (figure 1)
and Type 2100E electric switch (figure 2) sense high
or low liquid levels. Typically, these switches
pneumatically or electrically operate safety shutdown
systems for field processing equipment in oil and
gas production applications. The Type 2100 and
2100E switches both use a displacer-style sensor
located in an external cage that mounts on the
outside of a vessel.
Unless otherwise noted, all NACE references are to
NACE MR01752002.

Features
D Proven Rugged ConstructionThe switch is
isolated and sealed from the process through a
corrosion-resistant displacer and torque tube
assembly for maximum reliability. The displacer can
withstand up to 1-1/2 times the maximum working
pressure, allowing it to remain in the cage during
hydrostatic testing.

W6102-1/IL

D Sour Service CapabilityMaterials are

available for applications handling sour fluids and
gases. These constructions comply with the
metallurgical requirements of NACE MR0175-2002.
Environmental restrictions may apply.
D Application VersatilityThe Type 2100 and
2100E switch construction comes in a left-hand as
well as a right-hand mounting version. The
explosion-proof, hermetically sealed Type 2100E
switch is offered as both a factory mounting and as
an electric switch retrofit to the proven Type 2100
switch.
D Installation VersatilityThe displacer cage
has two 1-inch NPT pipe plugs that you can remove
and relocate for horizontal instead of vertical
equalizing piping, or for installation of a bleed or
drain valve.
D Easy ReversibilitySwitching action for both
the Type 2100 and 2100E switches is field-reversible
from high-level to low-level or vice versa without
additional parts.

W6104-1/IL

WITH RIGHT HAND MOUNTING

AND HIGH LEVEL SWITCHING

WITH LEFT HAND MOUNTING

AND LOW LEVEL SWITCHING

D200032X012

Figure 1. Type 2100 Pneumatic Liquid Level Switch

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2100 and 2100E Level Switches

Specifications
Input Signal(1)

Process Connection Size

Liquid level

153 bar (2220 psig) WOG: J 1-inch female NPT,

J 2-inch Schedule 80 buttwelding ends, or
J 2-inch Schedule 160 buttwelding ends

Minimum Process Liquid Specific Gravity

0.5 (consult your Emerson Process
Managementt sales office for specific gravities
below this value)

Type 2100 Switch Supply Pressure Connection

Size

Output Signal(1)

1/4-inch NPT female

Type 2100 Switch: Equal to the supply pressure

when the switch is in the normal position (flapper
against nozzle) and reduced to approximately
atmospheric pressure, depending upon the bleed
orifice size and the piping configuration, when the
switch is activated
Type 2100E Switch: Same as supply signal

Type 2100E Switch Electrical Connection Size

1/2-inch NPT male
Hazardous Area Classification
The Type 2100 and 2100E switches have no
hazardous area approvals.

Supply Signal
Type 2100 Switch: J 2.1 to 4.1 bar (30 to 60
psig), J 4.1 to 6.9 bar (60 to 100 psig) or J 6.9 to
10.3 bar (100 to 150 psig)
Type 2100E Switch: 11 amperes, 1/4
horsepower at 125/250 volts ac; 5 amperes
resistive, 3 amperes inductive at 28 volts dc

Approvals on the electrical switch component in

the Type 2100E, supplied by ITT NEO-DYN are
as follows:
Class I Division 1, Groups A,B,C,D
Class II Division 1, Groups E,F,G

Supply Medium (Type 2100 Switch)

APPROVED

Air or Natural Gas(2)

UL

Steady-State Air Consumption(1,3) (Type 2100

Switch)

Class I Division 1 Groups A,B,C,D

Class II Division 1 Groups E,F,G

ATEX EEx d IIC

Less than 0.03 normal m3/hour (1.0 scfh) for all

supply pressures when the liquid level is 25.4 mm
(1 inch) below the normal switch position (flapper
against nozzle) for high-level switching or 25.4
mm (1 inch) above the normal switch position for
low-level switching

Contact your Emerson Process Management

sales office if additional information is required.
Construction Materials
Cage: J SA-105 forged steel (standard)
J SA-105 solution annealed carbon steel (NACE

Maximum Working Pressure(4)

MR0175-2002)
Displacer: J 304L stainless steel (standard)
J 316L solution annealed stainless steel (NACE
MR0175-2002)
Torque Rod & Tube Assembly: N05500
Bearing: Glass-filled PTFE
O-Rings: Fluorocarbon
Cover Gasket:
Type 2100 Switch: Chloroprene
Type 2100E Switch: Cellulose/Nitrile
Other Gaskets: Silicone rubber

J 153 bar (2220 psig) WOG(5) except J 24 bar

(350 psig) WOG is the maximum working
pressure for sight window construction

Operative Temperature Range(1,4)

Type 2100: 29 to 204_C (20 to 400_F)
Type 2100E: 29 to 82_C (20 to 180_F)
Displacer Diameter
102 mm (4 inches)
-continued -

EXP Class I Division 1 Groups A,B,C,D

DIP Class II Division 1 Groups E,F,G

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2100 and 2100E Level Switches

Specifications (continued)
Construction Materials (continued)
Nozzle Block Assembly (Type 2100 Switch
Only): Aluminum & stainless steel
Nozzle (Type 2100 Switch Only): Stainless steel
Flapper & Clamp Assembly (Type 2100 Switch
Only): Stainless steel
Flapper Seat (Type 2100 Switch Only):
Fluoroelastomer
Magnet (Type 2100 Switch Only): Special
material
Body Block: Steel
Cover:
Type 2100 Switch: Clear plastic
Type 2100E Switch: Acrylic
Housing (Type 2100E Switch Only): Stainless
steel
Other Metal Parts: Stainless steel

Options
Type 2100 Switch Option: Individual street tee
and bleed orifice (when it is not desired to supply
several level switches from one common block
and bleed restriction)
Sight Window Option: A sight window is
available for either the Type 2100 or Type 2100E
that installs in place of the pipe plug, as illustrated
in figure 2.
NACE Option: Constructions are available which
comply with the metallurgical requirements of
NACE MR0175-2002. Environmental restriction
may apply.
Shipping Weights
153 bar (2220 psig) WOG Construction: 17.2 kg
(38 pounds)

1. These terms are defined in ISA Standard S51.1.

2. Natural gas should contain no more than 20 ppm of H2S.
3. Normal m3/--normal cubic meters per hour at 0_C, 1.01325 bar, absolute (Scfh--standard cubic feet per hour at 60_F, 14.7 psia)
4. Pressure and temperature limits in this document and any applicable standards or code limitations should not be exceeded.
5. Water, Oil, Gas maximum working pressure. Corresponds to Cold Working Pressure: the maximum pressure rating allowed under normal ambient temperature conditions, which
are usually understood to be 29 to 38_C (20 to 100_F). Refer to MSS SP-25.

APPROXIMATE
SWITCHING POINT

LOCATION OF
OPTIONAL
SIGHT WINDOW

W6103-1*/IL

Figure 2. Type 2100E Electric Liquid Level Switch

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2100 and 2100E Level Switches

SUPPLY

TORQUE
TUBE

DISPLACER

NOZZLE
FLAPPER

OPTIONAL
STREET TEE

OPTIONAL
BLEED
SHUTDOWN
ORIFICE
VALVE (OR ALARM
SYSTEM)

OUTPUT SIGNAL

MAGNET

A3619-2/IL

Figure 3. Principle of Operation for High-Level Type 2100 Switch

TORQUE TUBE ASSEMBLY

CAGE

FLAPPER & CLAMP ASSEMBLY

FLAPPER SEAT
GASKET

DISPLACER

NOZZLE
NOZZLE BLOCK ASSEMBLY

O-RINGS

51A8651-E
A1053-2/IL

Figure 4. Construction Details of Low-Level Type 2100 Switch

Principle of Operation
Figure 3 shows the Type 2100 switch with the
nozzle, flapper, and magnet positioned for high level
activation. When the switch is in the normal position
with the flapper against the nozzle, output pressure
cannot bleed off and remains the same as full supply
pressure. Rising liquid level exerts a buoyant force
on the displacer, producing a torque on the torque
tube. When the torque transmitted by the torque
tube exceeds the torque exerted on the flapper by

the magnet, the flapper snaps away from the nozzle,

allowing output pressure to bleed through the nozzle
faster than supply pressure can enter through the
bleed orifice. The reduced pressure in the output
signal line activates the shutdown or alarm system.
When the liquid level lowers, the falling displacer
forces the flapper into the field of the magnet, letting
the magnet snap the flapper against the nozzle and
causing output pressure to build to full supply
pressure.

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September 2006

2100 and 2100E Level Switches

CAGE

TORQUE TUBE
ASSEMBLY
SWITCH ARM

DISPLACER

ELECTRIC
SWITCH ASSEMBLY
40B6594-D
A3600-2

Figure 5. Construction Details of Type 2100E Switch

Figure 4 shows a sectional view of the Type 2100

switch positioned for low level activation. The nozzle,
flapper, and magnet are on the opposite side of the
torque tube, so that downward displacer travel
moves the flapper away from the nozzle.
With the Type 2100E switch (figure 5), rising liquid
level exerts a buoyant force on the torque tube that
either activates or deactivates an electrical SPDT or
DPDT switch depending on the switching action
desired. Falling liquid level deactivates or activates
the same switch depending on the action desired.

Ordering Information
Application
When ordering, specify:
D Supply pressure (Type 2100 switch only)
D SPDT or DPDT switch construction (Type
2100E switch only)
D Maximum working pressure and temperature
D Switching action for high or low level alarming

Installation
The forged-in horizontal line on a Type 2100 or Type
2100E displacer cage indicates the approximate
switching point. When mounted, the Type 2100 or
2100E switch is positioned so that the horizontal line
corresponds to the level at which switching is
desired. Isolating valves should be installed in the
equalizing piping between the tank and the cage.
Dimensions are shown in figure 6 and table 1.

Construction
Refer to the specifications. Review the information
under each specification and in the referenced
figures; specify the desired selection whenever there
is a choice to be made. High level switching and
right-hand mounting will be supplied automatically
unless otherwise specified. Always specify the
complete type number of the desired equipment.

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2100 and 2100E Level Switches

211
(8.31)

43
(1.66)

1-INCH NPT
TAPPED & PLUGGED
38
(1.50)

140
(5.50)

102
(4.00)
27
(1.06)

287
(11.31

211
(8.31)

1/4-INCH NPT AIR CONNECTION 0N

BACK (TYPE 2100 SWITCH ONLY)
1-INCH NPT
TAPPED &
PLUGGED

152
(6.00)

mm
(INCH)

12A2325-D
B2007-3/IL

Figure 6. Dimensions (also see table 1)

Table 1. Dimensions
DIMENSIONS
mm

TYPE

Inches

2100

117

99

99

4.62

3.88

3.88

2100E

130

57

108

5.12

2.25

4.25

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