Soliphant FTM50

Robust point level switch for fine-grained bulk solids also for hazardous areas

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SKU: FTM50

Highlights

Compact type vibronic point level switch
For level detection of fine-grained bulk solids
Output: 2-wire 19-253VAC, 3-wire PNP 10-55VDC, relay DPDT 19-253VAC/55VDC, 8/16mA 11-36VDC, 2-wire PFM, NAMUR + test button (H-L signal)
International explosion protection certificates
Build-up and corrosion detection

Fields of application

Point level switch for fine grained solids and powder.

Details

Soliphant FTM50 is a robust point level switch for use in silos containing fine-grained or powdery solids even with a low bulk density. Suitable for a wide range of applications with international certificates for use in dust or gas hazardous areas. Available with polished fork and stainless steel housing with Tri-Clamp or with aluminum housing and coated fork. Maintenance-free device for use in typical applications like: cereals, flour, cocoa, sugar, animal feed, dye powder, chalk.

General Information

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Measuring principle	Vibronic
Sensor frequency	Standard fork: approx. 140 Hz (in air) Short fork: approx. 350 Hz (in air)
Medium type	Fine-grained or powdery solids
Measurement level range	As per the sensor length: 145mm, 200mm
Minimum density of medium	Standard fork ≥ 10 or 50 g/l Short fork ≥ 50 or 200 g/l
Maximum allowable pressure	25 bar (362.5 psi)
Process temperature range	-50 to 280°C (-60 to 540°F)
Process pressure range	-1 to 25 bar (362.5 psi)

Input/Output

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Output	DC PNP AC 2-wire AC / DC Relay 8/16mA NAMUR
Communication protocol	PFM

Mechanical Data

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Installation type	Bunker, Silo, storage or buffer container
Installation position	On top, laterally, angled
Process connection	Thread R 1 1/2" 1 1/4" NPT 1 1/2" NPT EN Flange DN50toDN100 ASME Flange 2"to4" JIS Flange 50Ato100A Tri-Clamp ISO2852
Wetted material	316L 3.2um 316L 0.8um 316L PTFE coated (to avoid build-up) 316L ETFE coated (to avoid corrosion)
Housing material	Polyester Stainless steel (316L) Aluminum (EN-AC-AlSi10Mg, plastic-coated)
Degree of protection	IP66/IP67, NEMA4X IP66/IP68, NEMA4X/6P
Surface roughness	Ra < 0.76 µm Ra ≤ 3.2um/126uin

Electrical Data

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Voltage Type	AC/DC
Power supply	10 to 55V DC 19 to 253V AC 19 to 253V AC / 19 to 55V DC 8/16mA NAMUR PFM
Current consumption	FEM51 < 1.: 0 W FEM52: max. 16 mA FEM54: max. 1.5 W FEM55 < 600 mW FEM57 < 150 mW FEM58 < 8 mW at I < 1 mA; < 36 mW at I = 2.2 to 4.8 mA
Cable entry	M12 plug M20 gland Thread, NPT½ Thread, G½ Thread, NPT¾
Switch response time	0.5 s when the sensor is covered Version 150 °C (302 °F): 1.5 s when the sensor is uncovered (1.0 s for short fork) Version 230/280 °C (446/536 °F): 2 s when the sensor is uncovered (1.0 s for short fork) Can be changed to 5 s for covering and uncoveri

Certification/Approvals

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Hazardous approvals	ATEX, FM, CSA, CSA C/US, IEC Ex, JPN, INMETRO, NEPSI
Other Approvals/ Certification	SIL, EAC, CE, 3.1 Certificate, CRN, RoHS,ASME B 31.3

Additional Information

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Ambient temperature range	-50 °C to 70 °C (-58 °F to 158 °F); With Polyester housing F16 housing: -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)
Storage temperature	-50 to 85 °C -58 to 185 °F
Shock resistance	Yes
Vibration resistance	Yes
Short-circuit protection	Yes
Reverse polarity protection	Yes (For selectable inserts)
Overvoltage protection	Yes (For selectable inserts)
Galvanic isolation	Yes
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)	EN 61326 ( NE21)
Fail-mode	Minimum/maximum residual current safety selectable on electronic insert (with FEM57 only at Nivotester)