Série TWChave de fluxo com cabo de arrasto

Usa um sensor de cabo de inox flexível em vez de uma palheta para detectar fluxo. Adequado para aplicações de descarga aberta e tubulações a partir de 50 mm (2"). Ideal onde há sólidos ou semissólidos — bombeamento de esgoto, lama, mineração e bombeamento normal de alta velocidade onde as palhetas incrustam ou fadigam.

Série TW

Recursos

  • Sensor exclusivo com cabo de arrasto (sem palheta para incrustar)
  • Chave S.P.D.T. 5 a 500 V CA, 15 A padrão (TW-H)
  • Modelo de baixa tensão com contatos de ouro disponível (TW-L)
  • Modelos 1" BSP ou NPT disponíveis
  • Modelos em inox 316 ou polipropileno
  • Comprimentos do cabo de arrasto de 50 a 300 mm (2" a 12")
  • Fácil manutenção
  • Modelos 400 bar / 5800 psi disponíveis (inox)
  • Override manual integrado em todos os modelos
  • Acionamento magnético sem vedações
  • Sensibilidade ajustável
  • À prova de intempéries IP67

O sensor com cabo de arrasto flexiona com o fluxo em vez de resistir a ele, tolerando sólidos arrastados, fibras e altas velocidades que danificariam uma palheta. O sensor de cabo de inox flexível oferece grandes vantagens sobre as palhetas convencionais onde há sólidos ou semissólidos, como no bombeamento de esgoto, e também é adequado para aplicações com lama e de mineração e para muitas situações normais de bombeamento em que a velocidade do fluxo é alta e as chaves do tipo palheta não são adequadas. Fornecida com conexão de processo em polipropileno ou em aço inoxidável 316, em 1" BSP ou NPT. O modelo padrão TW-H usa um microswitch S.P.D.T. com capacidade de 5 a 500 V CA, 15 A; o modelo de baixa tensão TW-L usa um microswitch S.P.D.T. com contatos de ouro para sinalização com baixa corrente de molhamento, como entradas de CLP e telemetria. Os modelos anteriores com reed switch TW-RL foram descontinuados e substituídos pelo TW-L. Um override manual é integrado em todos os modelos da série TW.

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Como o cabo de arrasto da série TW reage ao fluxo

Carregando o modelo 3D…

Sem fluxo: o cabo de aço inoxidável de 2 mm fica em repouso.

Pedido — Modelos disponíveis

ModeloDescrição
TW-H-25B-50 … TW-H-25B-300Standard SPDT, 1" BSP, all polypropylene wetted parts
TW-H-25N-50 … TW-H-25N-300Standard SPDT, 1" NPT, all polypropylene wetted parts
TW-H-25B-SS-50 … TW-H-25B-SS-300Standard SPDT, 1" BSP, 316 stainless process connection (high-pressure model)
TW-H-25N-SS-50 … TW-H-25N-SS-300Standard SPDT, 1" NPT, 316 stainless process connection
TW-L-25B-50 … TW-L-25B-300Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — S.P.D.T. gold-contact micro-switch, 1" BSP, all polypropylene wetted parts
TW-L-25N-50 … TW-L-25N-300Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — S.P.D.T. gold-contact micro-switch, 1" NPT, all polypropylene wetted parts
TW-L-25B-SS-50 … TW-L-25B-SS-300Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — S.P.D.T. gold-contact micro-switch, 1" BSP, 316 stainless process connection (high-pressure model)
TW-L-25N-SS-50 … TW-L-25N-SS-300Low-voltage gold-contact model (L) — S.P.D.T. gold-contact micro-switch, 1" NPT, 316 stainless process connection

Limites de operação

Maximum operating pressure (all-polypropylene model, static or dynamic, ambient)18 bar / 261 psi
Pressure de-rating (all-polypropylene model)Maximum operating pressure must be de-rated linearly as operating temperature increases, so that at 60 °C / 140 °F it does not exceed 1 bar / 15 psi absolute
Maximum operating pressure (stainless model, static or dynamic, ambient)400 bar / 5800 psi
Minimum burst pressure (all-polypropylene model, ambient)45 bar / 652 psi
Minimum burst pressure (stainless model, ambient)500 bar / 7215 psi
Maximum operating temperature (polypropylene)60 °C / 140 °F (see pressure de-rating)
Maximum operating temperature (stainless)80 °C / 176 °F
Minimum operating temperature-20 °C / -4 °F
Ingress protection ratingIP67

Dados elétricos

TW-H switch typeS.P.D.T. (single pole, double throw) microswitch for general control circuits from 5 to 500 V AC — ideal for pump starters, relay logic, contactors and timers. Minimum load 160 mA at 5 V DC.
TW-H direct motor controlDirectly switches pump motors up to ¼ HP (approx. 185 W) at 240 V AC. For larger motors use a contactor or relay.
TW-H absolute limits500 V AC and 15 A maximum (10 A at 500 V AC); 5 V DC and 160 mA minimum. Maximum voltage and maximum current cannot be applied together — use the load ratings below for the limit at each voltage and load type.
TW-H load ratings at 125 V ACResistive 15 A (NC/NO) · Lamp 3 A (NC), 1.5 A (NO) · Inductive 15 A (NC/NO) · Motor 5 A (NC), 2.5 A (NO)
TW-H load ratings at 250 V ACResistive 15 A (NC/NO) · Lamp 2.5 A (NC), 1.25 A (NO) · Inductive 15 A (NC/NO) · Motor 3 A (NC), 1.5 A (NO)
TW-H load ratings at 500 V ACResistive 10 A (NC/NO) · Lamp 1.5 A (NC), 0.75 A (NO) · Inductive 6 A (NC/NO) · Motor 1.5 A (NC), 0.75 A (NO)
TW-H load ratings at 8 V DCResistive 15 A (NC/NO) · Lamp 3 A (NC), 1.5 A (NO) · Inductive 15 A (NC/NO) · Motor 5 A (NC), 2.5 A (NO)
TW-H load ratings at 14 V DCResistive 15 A (NC/NO) · Lamp 3 A (NC), 1.5 A (NO) · Inductive 10 A (NC/NO) · Motor 5 A (NC), 2.5 A (NO)
TW-H load ratings at 30 V DCResistive 6 A (NC/NO) · Lamp 3 A (NC), 1.5 A (NO) · Inductive 5 A (NC/NO) · Motor 5 A (NC), 2.5 A (NO)
TW-H load ratings at 125 V DCResistive 0.5 A (NC/NO) · Lamp 0.5 A (NC), 0.5 A (NO) · Inductive 0.05 A (NC/NO) · Motor 0.05 A (NC), 0.05 A (NO)
TW-H load ratings at 250 V DCResistive 0.25 A (NC/NO) · Lamp 0.25 A (NC), 0.25 A (NO) · Inductive 0.03 A (NC/NO) · Motor 0.03 A (NC), 0.03 A (NO)
TW-L switch typeGold 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.
TW-L rated current (resistive)0.1 A at 125 VAC; 0.1 A at 8, 14 and 30 VDC
TW-L inrush current0.1 A maximum (NC and NO)
TW-L minimum applicable load1 mA at 5 VDC
TW-L operating range (micro load)5 to 30 V, 5 to 800 mW (26 mA maximum at 30 V)
TW-L contact resistance50 mΩ maximum (initial)
TW-L typical applicationsPLC, telemetry and low voltage control

Dimensões

Dimensões Série TW
Insertion trailing-wire switch — same housing as F Series, with a flexible stainless wire instead of a rigid paddle. Overall dimensions: 100 mm × 45 mm, 88 mm high above a 24 mm thread; M20 cable gland. 1" BSP or NPT thread; 316 stainless steel trailing wire, 2 mm diameter. Wire lengths 50–300 mm; specify the length when ordering.

Warning: Electrical Safety

The TW Series is a mains voltage device - incorrect installation can cause death or serious injury. All electrical work must be carried out by a licensed electrician.

Wire Length & Flow Sensitivity

The flow rate required to actuate the switch depends on many variables such as turbulence, liquid viscosity and the exact surface area of sensor wire exposed to the flow. The wire is made in fixed lengths of 50, 80, 100, 140, 160, 180, 200, 250 or 300 mm (2" to 12"), measured from the tip of the wire to the bottom end face of the process connection, and the required length must be specified when ordering (e.g. TW-H-25B-SS-100). Use the online Paddle Trimming Calculator to find the optimum wire length: enter your pipe inside diameter, flow rate and liquid to check the switch will operate reliably at your flow.

Open the Paddle Calculator →

Installation & Mounting

Mount in a pipe tee, tapping saddle or weld-on socket. For effluent or liquids carrying solids, use a stand-off tee (80 or 100 N/B) so the switch body sits out of the line of flow; the arrow on the switch must point in the direction of flow. The switch can go in suction or delivery pipework, horizontal or vertical. In vertical pipe, flow must be upward. Do not mount on the underside of horizontal pipe. Where possible, mount the switch away from pumps, valves and bends: a fitting directly upstream makes the flow uneven and turbulent at the wire sensor, which can shift the switching point slightly or make the wire flutter near the switching point, while downstream fittings have little effect. If the switch has to go close to a fitting, enter the upstream straight length in the Paddle Trimming Calculator and check operation on commissioning. 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.

Adjusting Sensitivity

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

Manual Override

A manual override is built into all TW Series models (TW-H and TW-L). Pressing the button lets the system be started manually at any time, and makes testing and commissioning very simple. To test after wiring, press the red manual override button under the cable gland — the switch changes state as if liquid were pushing the wire.

Hazardous Areas

The TW-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 TW-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.

When to use a Wire vs a Paddle

Choose a trailing-wire sensor when: (a) solids or semi-solids are present, or the fluid carries fibres or stringy debris that would foul a paddle (sewage pumping, slurry and mining applications); (b) the flow velocity is high and a conventional paddle-type switch is unsuitable (typical above 4 m/s in larger pipes); (c) you are sensing flow in open discharge applications or in pipes from 50 mm (2") upwards, including pipes too large for a standard paddle (the TW handles 50 mm and up). For clean-water, low-velocity applications a paddle (F Series / FM Series) is usually more sensitive.

Approved Standards

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

Manutenção

Fácil manutenção e totalmente sujeito a manutenção em campo. A série TW é muito simples de manter, e a maioria dos componentes está disponível em kits de peças de reposição; as peças de reposição estão disponíveis no seu fornecedor. A carcaça elétrica se solta da parte úmida com um único parafuso, sem desmontar a tubulação. Cabos, vedações e chaves de reposição disponíveis na Kelco Engineering ou no seu distribuidor.

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