Série FMChave de fluxo de palheta para serviço pesado

Construída robusta para as aplicações industriais e de mineração mais exigentes. Chave de palheta resistente e altamente sensível, com carcaça de alumínio forjado e conexão de processo em aço inoxidável 316 de peça única. Pressão nominal de 400 bar, override manual integrado em todos os modelos.

Recursos

Chave S.P.D.T. 5–500 V CA, 15 A (modelo H)
Modelo «L» de baixa tensão com contatos de ouro disponível (FM-L)
Conexão de processo em aço inoxidável 316 de peça única
Carcaça super resistente em alumínio forjado
Override manual integrado
Modelos 3/4" e 1" disponíveis com rosca BSP ou NPT
Pressão nominal 400 bar (5800 psi)
Acionamento magnético sem vedações
Versões para diesel e alta temperatura disponíveis
Carcaça à prova de intempéries IP67
Fácil manutenção

A série FM usa o mesmo acionamento por acoplamento magnético da série F — o movimento da palheta é acoplado à chave de alta complacência através de uma parede sólida de aço inoxidável e alumínio, resultando em uma chave de alta pressão sem vedações, diafragmas, foles ou outros pontos de falha potencial. Fornecida de série com conexão de processo em aço inoxidável 316 de peça única e carcaça de alumínio forjado totalmente usinada. Disponível com palheta de polipropileno reforçado com fibra de vidro ou palheta em liga de níquel-cobre para aplicações com diesel e alta temperatura. A palheta pode ser cortada e moldada para tubulações de 25 mm (1") ou maiores, e o override manual integrado liga a chave de fluxo ao pressionar um botão, independentemente do fluxo. Adequada para uso em água de poço, água do mar e muitas soluções químicas.

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Pedido — Modelos disponíveis

Modelo	Descrição
FM-H-25B	Standard heavy-duty switch (H) — 1" BSP thread, polypropylene paddle for water use
FM-H-25B-D	Standard heavy-duty switch (H) — 1" BSP thread, nickel copper alloy paddle for Dieseline and high-temperature applications
FM-H-25N	Standard heavy-duty switch (H) — 1" NPT thread, polypropylene paddle for water use
FM-H-25N-D	Standard heavy-duty switch (H) — 1" NPT thread, nickel copper alloy paddle for Dieseline and high-temperature applications
FM-H-20B	Standard heavy-duty switch (H) — 3/4" BSP thread, polypropylene paddle for water use
FM-H-20B-D	Standard heavy-duty switch (H) — 3/4" BSP thread, nickel copper alloy paddle for Dieseline and high-temperature applications
FM-H-20N	Standard heavy-duty switch (H) — 3/4" NPT thread, polypropylene paddle for water use
FM-H-20N-D	Standard heavy-duty switch (H) — 3/4" NPT thread, nickel copper alloy paddle for Dieseline and high-temperature applications
FM-L-25B	Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — 1" BSP thread, polypropylene paddle for water use
FM-L-25B-D	Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — 1" BSP thread, nickel copper alloy paddle for Dieseline and high-temperature applications
FM-L-25N	Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — 1" NPT thread, polypropylene paddle for water use
FM-L-25N-D	Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — 1" NPT thread, nickel copper alloy paddle for Dieseline and high-temperature applications
FM-L-20B	Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — 3/4" BSP thread, polypropylene paddle for water use
FM-L-20B-D	Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — 3/4" BSP thread, nickel copper alloy paddle for Dieseline and high-temperature applications
FM-L-20N	Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — 3/4" NPT thread, polypropylene paddle for water use
FM-L-20N-D	Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — 3/4" NPT thread, nickel copper alloy paddle for Dieseline and high-temperature applications

Limites de operação

Maximum operating pressure (FM with polypropylene paddle, ambient)	400 bar / 5800 psi
Maximum operating pressure (FM-D with metal paddle, ambient)	400 bar / 5800 psi
Minimum burst pressure (both models)	800 bar / 11 600 psi
Maximum operating temperature (polypropylene paddle)	80 °C / 176 °F
Maximum operating temperature (metal paddle, FM-D)	100 °C / 212 °F
Minimum operating temperature (both models)	-60 °C / -76 °F
Ingress protection rating	IP67

Dados elétricos

Switch type	S.P.D.T. (single pole, double throw) standard heavy-duty microswitch for general control circuits up to 500 V AC — ideal for pump starters, relay logic, contactors and timers
Voltage range	5 to 500 V AC (minimum load 160 mA at 5 V DC)
Maximum switched current	15 A (10 A at 500 V AC). Maximum voltage and maximum current cannot be applied together.
Resistive or inductive load (125 V AC or 250 V AC)	15 A
Resistive / inductive load at other voltages	500 V AC: 10 A / 6 A; 8 V DC: 15 A / 15 A; 14 V DC: 15 A / 10 A; 30 V DC: 6 A / 5 A; 125 V DC: 0.5 A / 0.05 A; 250 V DC: 0.25 A / 0.03 A
Lamp load (NC / NO)	3 A / 1.5 A at 125 V AC; 2.5 A / 1.25 A at 250 V AC; 1.5 A / 0.75 A at 500 V AC; 3 A / 1.5 A at 8, 14 and 30 V DC; 0.5 A / 0.5 A at 125 V DC; 0.25 A / 0.25 A at 250 V DC
Motor load (NC / NO)	5 A / 2.5 A at 125 V AC; 3 A / 1.5 A at 250 V AC; 1.5 A / 0.75 A at 500 V AC; 5 A / 2.5 A at 8, 14 and 30 V DC; 0.05 A / 0.05 A at 125 V DC; 0.03 A / 0.03 A at 250 V DC
Direct motor control	Directly switches pump motors up to 1/4 HP (approx. 185 W) at 240 V AC. For larger motors use a contactor or relay.
FM-L switch type	Gold contact microswitch, S.P.D.T., gold alloy contacts, so it switches reliably at the low wetting currents of PLC inputs, telemetry and relay logic. Not suitable for inductive or capacitive loads such as contactors and relays. Loads above the rating will damage the switch.
FM-L rated current (resistive)	0.1 A at 125 VAC; 0.1 A at 8, 14 and 30 VDC
FM-L inrush current	0.1 A maximum (NC and NO)
FM-L minimum applicable load	1 mA at 5 VDC
FM-L operating range (micro load)	5 to 30 V, 5 to 800 mW (26 mA maximum at 30 V)
FM-L contact resistance	50 mΩ maximum (initial)
FM-L typical applications	PLC, telemetry and low voltage control

Dimensões

Manual Override

All FM models include a red manual override button on the side of the housing, under the cable gland. Pressing it switches the flow switch on regardless of flow — useful for manually starting pumps in spite of an initial lack of flow, and for testing/commissioning of control circuits. After wiring, press it to test: the switch changes state as if liquid were pushing the paddle.

Flow Sensitivity & Paddle Trimming

Cut the paddle to suit the application — it must clear the pipe wall by at least 4 mm all round. Use a hacksaw or tin snips (heavy-duty tin snips for the FM-D metal paddle). As a guide: low flow — paddle just clears the bottom of the pipe; unknown flow — 3/4 of the way across the pipe; high flow — 1/4 to 1/2 of the way across the pipe. Spare paddles are available if too much is cut off. The flow rates required to actuate depend on turbulence, viscosity, and the exposed paddle area. Use the online Paddle Calculator to estimate activation flow and determine the right cut.

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Sensitivity Adjustment

FM switches are supplied at maximum sensitivity (adjuster wound fully in). To decrease sensitivity, remove the red dust cap and wind the adjusting screw out (anticlockwise) with a wide flat screwdriver. The further out the screw, the more flow is needed to operate the switch. Refit the dust cap.

Dieseline / High-Temperature Variant

Order the -D suffix (e.g. FM-H-25B-D) for dieseline service or operation up to 100 °C. The polypropylene paddle is replaced with a Nickel Copper alloy paddle. Kelco products are not intended for use in hydrocarbons other than dieseline.

Mounting

The switch can go in suction or delivery pipework, horizontal or vertical. In vertical pipework the flow must be upward, not downward. Never install the switch on the underside of horizontal pipework. Where possible, mount the switch away from pumps, valves and bends — a fitting directly upstream makes the flow uneven and turbulent at the paddle, which can shift the switching point slightly or make the paddle flutter near the switching point; downstream fittings have little effect. Mount in a pipe tee, tapping saddle or weld-on socket, square to the flow so liquid hits the flat face of the paddle, with the arrow on the switch pointing in the direction of flow. Seal the thread with PTFE tape or thread sealant, leaving at least 4 mm of thread above the socket, and tighten with a spanner on the spanner flats only — never twist the switch body.

Electrical Installation

The FM Series is a mains voltage device — all electrical work must be carried out by a licensed electrician. Terminals are marked C (common), NO (normally open) and NC (normally closed); for a two-wire connection use C plus either NO or NC to suit the application. Connect the earth terminal inside the housing: the FM must be earthed when operated at mains voltage. After wiring, fully tighten the cable gland nut, check the lid gasket is in place and tighten the lid down. Without its lid the switch is not water, weather or insect proof and presents a shock hazard.

Hazardous Areas

The FM-H is not certified for use in hazardous areas and must not be installed in any area classified as hazardous under AS/NZS 60079.10 (Zone 0, 1, 2, 20, 21 or 22). The FM-L is simple apparatus under AS/NZS 60079.11 and may be used in a hazardous area only as part of an intrinsically safe circuit, connected through suitably certified associated apparatus. It is not Ex certified in its own right. The associated apparatus must not exceed Uo ≤ 30 V, Io ≤ 100 mA. The full conditions of use are given in the installation sheet.

FM-L — Inductive and Capacitive Loads NOT Suitable

The FM-L is not suitable for inductive or capacitive loads such as contactors and relays. Loads above the rating will damage the switch.

Replacing the Paddle

The paddle and its associated pivot bearings are replaceable items. Spare paddles can be obtained from your supplier — please quote the part number of the flow switch when ordering. Replacement paddles are supplied with new bearing shells and a large retaining O-ring. On FM-D models the nickel copper alloy paddle, main arm and bronze pivot bearing are also replaceable; never undo or remove the sealed hexagonal cap at the top of the main arm, which houses the magnet.

Materials & Chemical Compatibility

All FM models have a one-piece 316 stainless steel process connection and a billet aluminium housing. The standard FM has a glass-fibre-reinforced polypropylene paddle for water use; the FM-D has a nickel copper alloy paddle. Suitable for use in bore water, sea water and many chemical solutions. Check that the switch materials suit the liquid being monitored.

Approved Standards

The 'H' and 'L' microswitches used in the FM Series are approved to UL1054 (File E41515), CSA C22.2 No.55 (File LR21642) and EN61058-1, and are CE marked.

Manutenção

Totalmente sujeito a manutenção em campo. A palheta e seus mancais de pivô são itens substituíveis (no FM-D, a palheta em liga de níquel-cobre, o braço principal e o mancal de pivô de bronze). A carcaça elétrica é um conjunto separado travado na parte úmida por um único parafuso acessível externamente — trocar módulos sem desmontar a tubulação. Palhetas, vedações e chaves de reposição disponíveis na Kelco Engineering ou no seu distribuidor.

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