UQK Flanged Stainless Steel Float Level Controllers

Description

Flanged control for tank liquid levels

UQK controllers provide discrete level signals for filling, drainage and high- or low-level alarms. Float movement operates the switch through magnetic coupling across a nonmagnetic enclosure. The liquid-side float mechanism remains isolated from the microswitch assembly, and the output changes state at the upper and lower switching limits.

The stainless steel configuration uses a 304 stainless steel float, linkage and reinforced mounting flange with a rubber sealing gasket. A 316 stainless steel option is available for liquids requiring different material compatibility. Select the model, operating differential and installation direction for the tank.

Stainless steel float, linkage and flanged switch assembly
The stainless steel float and reinforced flange form the liquid-side sensing assembly.

Model selection

ModelOperating differentialAdjustmentMounting
UQK-0110mmFixedHorizontal
UQK-0225–550mmStepped
UQK-038–1000mm; custom up to 2mSteplessVertical; open vessel

The operating differential is the level interval between the two switching limits. It is separate from the overall controller length. UQK-03 requires access through a removable tank cover because the float is larger than the flange opening.

Technical specifications

ParameterSpecification
OutputMagnetically actuated microswitch changeover contacts
Contact rating220–380VAC, 1A
Working pressure1.6MPa; UQK-03 is specified for open vessels
Standard operating temperature−30–120°C
High-temperature configurationMedium temperature up to 150°C
ProtectionIP65 or higher; IP68 configuration available
Standard sensing assembly304 stainless steel; 316 stainless steel option
Flange and sealReinforced 304 stainless steel flange with rubber gasket
Weight1.2–2kg, depending on configuration

Select the temperature and enclosure configuration for the installation. Use the contact output with a suitable relay, controller or contactor for pumps, valves and other inductive loads. The level controller's contact rating does not establish a motor starting-current rating.

UQK stainless steel float controller illustrating an IP68 enclosure configuration
An IP68 configuration is available; select the sealing arrangement for the installation conditions.

Current stainless steel dimensions

All dimensions below are in mm. Use the matching outline drawing in the English attachment. The flange is a nonstandard raised-face connection.

ModelOverallFloat diameterMain projectionsAdditional drawing dimensions
UQK-0136875Rear 65; front reference 21015, 14, 35
UQK-0246575Rear 85; front 380Head Ø64; 10, 4, 38
UQK-031250102Rod-side reference 1150; head-side 107Head Ø64; 82, 45, 46, 3, 7
Common flange dimensionValue, mm
Outside diameter120
Bolt-circle diameter102
Mounting holes6ר12
Concentric face referencesØ90 and Ø78

General-construction dimension options

Alternative float and linkage constructions use the following dimensions. Match the ordered assembly and its drawing before making a tank connection.

ModelOverall, mmFloat diameter, mmOther dimensions, mm
UQK-0130075Rear 65; front reference 210; 15, 4, 35
UQK-02465Specify with assemblyRear 85; front reference 380; 10, 4, 35
UQK-031250120Lower reference 1150

The general construction is also available with a 1Cr18Ni9Ti stainless steel float and aluminum enclosure, with copper or stainless steel enclosure options. Select the required materials explicitly.

Mating flange featureDrawing reference
Outside diameter / bolt circleØ120mm / Ø102mm
Internal referencesØ89mm and Ø80mm
Height references30mm / 50mm
Thread callout6-M10×15; specify complete thread and engagement detail

Installation and adjustment

Install UQK-01 and UQK-02 horizontally with the threaded cable outlet facing down. Install UQK-03 vertically in an open vessel. Provide clearance for the float's full travel and use a mating flange that matches the specified dimensions.

For UQK-02, reposition the upper and lower stop screws on the sector lever to change the swing angle. Replacing the connecting rod with a different length changes the swing radius. For UQK-03, move the upper and lower locating collars on the float guide rod and adjust the lever counterweight. Test both switching levels after adjustment.

Contact connections

ConnectionFunction
Center terminal columnCommon
Outer terminal columnsChangeover contacts; identify NO and NC on the supplied assembly
Red lead in the illustrated cableCommon (COM)
Yellow lead in the illustrated cableNormally closed (NC)
Green lead in the illustrated cableNormally open (NO)

In the indicator example, COM returns to neutral, NC connects to the indicator, and the indicator's other terminal connects to live. Select the contact for the required control logic and verify the actual terminal identification. Reliably earth the metal housing, normally at the flange, and isolate the circuit before work.

Use liquids compatible with the selected metals and gasket. Keep magnetic material out of the controlled medium and avoid severe level fluctuations, heavy sludge, floating debris or deposits that restrict movement. Specify the fluid, temperature, pressure, switching limits, float arrangement, flange dimensions and cable length when ordering.