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Series Level Switch LS-700 Gems Sensors

Gems Sensors Series Level Switch

These compact units feature the rugged durability of stainless steel or brass construction in a lightweight package. Ideal for tanks less than 4 feet. LS-700 Series switches are exceptionally versatile because
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Gems Sensors Series Level Switch

 Small Size – Alloys, Combines Durability of Metal With a Compact Design for Restricted Spaces

Quick Specs...

  • Stainless Steel or Brass Mountings and Stems
  • 1 to 5 Actuation Levels
  • Lengths to 48 inches
  • U.L. Recognized; CSA Listed Versions Available

Overview / Design Principle:

These compact units feature the rugged durability of stainless steel or brass construction in a lightweight package. Ideal for tanks less than 4 feet. LS-700 Series switches are exceptionally versatile because of the many useful options available. Described briefly below, these options can extend the functionality of your GEMS LS-700 Series custom switch.

How To Order:

To Request a Quote: Use the information on this page to complete our online checklist. Gems will promptly provide you with a quotation for your specific application.

 

Mounting Types: 

Each mounting type can be configured with stem lengths Lo and float materials indicated in the table below.

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Type 1
1/8" NPT
Type 2
3/4" NPT †
Type 3
1" NPT †
Type 4
3-5/8" dia. flange
Type 5
1-5/16"-12UNF-2A
Type 6
3/8"-24
No Mounting

† Mounting Types 2 & 3 are available with a 1/2" MNPT conduit adaptor.
Note: Sanitary flange mountings are also available, but not shown. Please contact factory.

 

Stem and Mounting Material Brass or Stainless Steel
Max Length (Lo) 48 inches (121.9 cm) - 21" Max On Bent Stem Versions (Consult Factory)
Mounting Position Vertical ± 30 degrees Inclination
Float Stops * Brass Units: Berylilum Copper Grip Rings; Stainless Steel Units: S.S. ARMCO PH-15-7MO Grip Rings
Pressure Rating, PSI, Max.** See Float Value on Following Page

* In some instances, concentrations of chlorine and other corrosive compounds in the media require the use of collar type float stops. Consult factory for details.
** Mounting only. Maximum pressure rating for complete unit will be the lower of this pressure or the selected float pressure (see Float Types, on next page).

 

Float Types: 

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39049
138030
133764
60241
141750
156900
136550
158369

 

A single float type is selected for use at all actuation points.

Part Number
Float Material
Compatible Mounting Types
Operating Temperature
Pressure,
PSI, Max.
M" Liquid Specific Gravity
39049
Buna N
1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Water: to 180°F (82.2°C)
Oil: -40°F to 250°F (-40°C to 121.1°C)
300*
.50
138030
Buna N
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
250*
.60
133764
Teflon
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
-40°F to 300°F (-40°C to 148.9°C)
1000*
.65
60241
316 S.S.**
1, 4, 6
100
.70
141750
316 S.S.**
1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
275
.90
156900
316 S.S.**
1, 4, 5, 6, 7
600
.90
136550
316 S.S.**
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
400
1.10
158369
304 S.S.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
150
.85
145730 Polypropylene 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 -40°F to 225°F (-40°C to 107°C) 50 .60

*De-rated with increasing temperature.
** 316 Stainless Steel floats are available with ceramic potting that allows temperatures to 500°F (260°C); contact factory for these high-temperature floats.

 

Electrical: 

Typically, one float is required for each point at which you need a switch action to occur. The number of actuation levels available depends on the Group Type Wiring selected.

Group I Wiring 1 to 5 Actuation Levels
Group II Wiring 48 inches (121.9 cm) - 21" Max On Bent Stem Versions (Consult Factory)
Switch (SPST, N.O. or N.C.) 20 /100 VA.
Lead Wires #22 AWG, 24"L., Teflon
Approvals LS-700 Series switches are U.L. Recognized – File No. E45168; CSA Listed – 30200.

 

Typical Wiring Diagrams



For clarity, only two actuation levels are shown in each group diagram.

Group I 
Group II 
  Wiring  Group I 
LS700GroupI.gif  Common
  
L1 
L2
L3
L4
L5
 
Black
NO/NC
Red
Yellow
Blue
Brown
Orange
 
  Wiring  Group II 
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L1 
L2
L3
L4
L5
 
None
SW Com
Red
Yellow
Blue
None
NO/NC
Red
Yellow
Blue
 

Notes:
1. Units with 100 VA switches are not U.L. Recognized or CSA Listed.

 

 Actuation Level Dimensions
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A  Minimum distance to highest actuation level. 
B  Minimum distance between actuation levels. 
C  Minimum distance between two actuation levels with one float (Note: One float for two levels can be used only when low level is N.C. dry and high level is N.O. dry). 
D  Minimum distance from end of unit to lowest level. 

L1, L2, L3, L4 & L5 actuation level distances and Lo (overall unit length) are measured from inner surfaces of mounting plug or flange. 

Lo (Length overall) = L1 + Dimensions D . See mounting types for maximum length values. 

Dimensions 
Part Number  A  B  C  D 
39049  7/8" (22.2 mm)  1-3/4" (44.4 mm)  1/8" (3.2 mm)  3/4" (19.1mm) 
156900  3/4" (19.1 mm)  1-7/8" (47.6 mm)  1/8" (3.2 mm)  1-1/16" (27.0 mm) 
138030  15/16" (23.8 mm)  2-1/16" (52.4 mm)  1/8" (3.2 mm)  1" (25.4 mm) 
60241  3/4" (19.1 mm)  1-13/16" (46.0 mm)  1/8" (3.2 mm)  15/16" (23.8 mm) 
141750  13/16" (20.6 mm)  2" (50.8 mm)  1/8" (3.2 mm)  1-1/18" (28.6 mm) 
158369  13/16" (20.6 mm)  2-7/16" (61.9 mm)  1/8" (3.2 mm)  1-3/4" (44.4 mm) 
136550  9/16" (14.3 mm)  2-7/16" (61.9 mm)  1/8" (3.2 mm)  1-3/4" (44.4mm) 
133764  15/16" (23.8 mm)  1-7/8" (47.6 mm)  1/8" (3.2 mm)  7/8" (22.2 mm), N.O.
1-3/16 " (30.2 mm), N.C.
 
145730 7/8" (22.2 mm) 1-7/16" (36.5 mm) 1/8" (3.2 mm) 7/8" (22.2 mm)
Notes:
1. A, B and D dimensions based on a liquid specific gravity of 1.0.
2. Tolerance on actuation levels is ±1/8" (3.2 mm).
3. For bent stem versions, please request drawing LS-77700.
 

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