8WPS Vacuum and Low Pressure Explosion Proof Pressure Switch

8WPS Vacuum and Low Pressure Explosion Proof Pressure Switch

8WPS Vacuum and Low Pressure Explosion Proof Pressure Switch

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  • Heavy-duty Explosion-proof pressure switch
  • Vacuum pressure to 10 psi
  • High current ratings for 1 x SPDT or 2 x SPDT switches
  • Fixed deadband
  • Die cast aluminum construction with welded seal
  • 1% accuracy
  • IP68 rated including Hermetically sealed option
  • cULus listed and RU recognized
  • CRN registration pending
  • 5 year warranty
Suitable for vacuum and low pressure applications in hazardous areas including natural gas monitoring and control

Housing Heavy-duty explosion-proof die-cast aluminum, blue colour
Accuracy +/- 1% of the adjustable set-point range
Pressure Connection 1/4" or 1/2" NPT, BSP and M20xP1.5
Electrical Connection Female 1/2" or 3/4" NPT, M20xP1.5
Wetted Parts 316 Stainless Steel welded (except for Vacuum range, Viton o-ring)
Set Point Adjustment Field selectable
Deadband Fixed or Adjustable, see Order Codes
Contact Rating Fixed Deadband:
15A @ 125/250VAC
0.4A @ 125VDC
3A @ 30VDC Hermetically sealed switch
5A @ 250VAC
Gold contact microswitch 1A @ 125/250VAC

Adjustable Deadband:
20A @ 125/250/480VAC
5A @ 125VDC
No. of Contacts 1 x SPDT or 2 x SPDT (only 1 x SPDT available for Adjustable Deadband range)
Ambient/Process Temperature
-30 to 205 deg C (-22 to 400 deg F), Vacuum range only -5 to 150 deg C (23 to 300 deg F)
Enclosure Rating IP68
Protection from dust ingress and submersion in fresh water to a maximum depth of 1.5 metres for up to 30 minutes
Approvals cULus listed, Class I Divison 1 Groups A, B, C & D
Class II Divison 1 Groups E, F & G (housing)
RU recognized, file no E12252 (switch)
CRN registration pending
Weight 3.95 lbs (1.79 kg)

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