ES Stainless Steel Float Switches with Hirschmann Connector

Description

Detachable connection for tank-level sensing

ES switches combine a stainless steel float assembly with a removable Hirschmann-style industrial connector. The connector’s locking screw secures the electrical connection and allows the sensor to be replaced without removing the complete cable run. Single-float and double-float versions suit level indication, high or low alarms and control signals for external pump-control equipment.

The standard float and stem are 304 stainless steel, with 316 stainless steel available for compatible applications requiring that material. Welded construction and a threaded mounting simplify installation in water-treatment equipment, industrial reservoirs and machinery. Keep the floats clear of heavy sludge and large debris.

Hirschmann connector and threaded mounting on an ES float switch
The detachable connector is secured by a locking screw.

Electrical and environmental selection

Parameter1A12A1
Maximum contact rating10VA50VA
Maximum switching voltage100VAC/DC220VAC/DC
Maximum switching current0.5A1.5ADC / 1.1AAC
Breakdown-voltage reference110VAC/DC300VAC/DC
Maximum contact resistance100mΩ100mΩ
Operating temperature−20–120°C−20–120°C
Protection optionsIP65 standard; IP68 waterproof construction by selectionIP65 standard; IP68 waterproof construction by selection

Observe contact power, current and voltage simultaneously. Confirm the ordered construction for operation below −20°C or for an IP68 requirement. Use a receiving relay for alarm or valve control and a relay plus a correctly sized contactor for pump control.

Connector terminals and contact action

Connector positionConnection
1 and 2Level-switch signal terminals for the two-terminal switching arrangement
3No assigned function
Earth-marked positionNo assigned function in this switching arrangement

For a double-float assembly, obtain its complete circuit and terminal assignment before wiring the upper and lower sensing points. The standard below-closed action opens as the float rises away from its sensing position and closes as it falls back. Reversing the float changes the closed-state orientation. Verify each contact by continuity testing before commissioning.

Stainless steel cylindrical float and stem retaining clip
The magnetic float operates the reed contact inside the stem.
Welded junction between the threaded mounting and stainless steel stem
The welded mounting joint forms part of the sealed stem assembly.

Mounting and common dimensions

Dimensions are in mm and use the drawing symbols. The mounting thread is designated 1in; select the thread standard and pitch for the tank connection.

DimensionAll single- and double-float models
L132mm
L228mm
L38mm
H263mm
H315mm
H528mm
Thread-size designation1in

Single-float dimensions

Drawing modelH1, mmH4, mm
Hussman501011350
Hussman751013875
Hussman10010163100
Hussman15010213150
Hussman20010263200
Hussman25010313250
Hussman30010363300
Hussman35010413350
Hussman40010463400
Hussman45010513450
Hussman50010563500
Hussman55010613550
Hussman60010663600
Hussman65010713650
Hussman70010763700
Hussman75010813750
Hussman80010863800
Hussman85010913850
Hussman90010963900
Hussman950101013950
Hussman10001010631000
Hussman11001011631100
Hussman12001012631200
Hussman13001013631300
Hussman14001014631400
Hussman15001015631500

Double-float dimensions

Drawing modelH1, mmH4, mm
Hussman10010-2163100
Hussman15010-2213150
Hussman20010-2263200
Hussman25010-2313250
Hussman30010-2363300
Hussman35010-2413350
Hussman40010-2463400
Hussman45010-2513450
Hussman50010-2563500
Hussman60010-2663600
Hussman70010-2763700
Hussman80010-2863800
Hussman90010-2963900
Hussman100010-210631000
Hussman110010-211631100
Hussman120010-212631200

Custom stem lengths, switching elevations, cables and threads are available by arrangement.

External two-level relay control

A two-level receiving circuit starts filling at the lower level and stops at the upper level. For drainage, it starts at the upper level and stops at the lower level. The relay’s auxiliary contact maintains operation between the two levels. Select float contact states and the receiving circuit for the intended sequence.

14-pin relay connectionFunction in the 220VAC example
10 and 13, jumperedLive supply and coil terminal
11Neutral supply and float common return
12 and 14, jumperedAuxiliary contact common and coil terminal
14Start-signal lead
8Permit / stop-signal lead through auxiliary NO contact 12–8
6 and 7Switched load connections

This example requires a 220VAC-rated float option and the matching relay coil and terminal arrangement. Choose the relay or contactor for the actual load rating. The relay terminals above are separate from the float assembly’s connector-pin assignments. See the English relay-control attachment for the circuit and operating states.

Installation checks

Match the switch to the medium, temperature, pressure and receiving circuit. Provide free vertical float travel, keep external magnetic fields away and inspect the connector seal and locking screw during maintenance. Disconnect power before servicing and test both low and high operating positions after installation.