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Gems Sensors Series Pressure Switch

These compact pressure switches are designed for OEM applications. This economical design uses metal blade contacts in lieu of microswitches and features Kapton diaphragms.
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Gems Sensors Series Pressure Switch

 Kapton Diaphragm OEM Subminiature Pressure Switch

 
 

Quick Specs... 

  • Ideal for low temperature Pneumatic Applications 
  • 50 to 300 psi (3.45 to 20 bar) 
  • Adjustable or Factory Set 

 

Overview / Design Principle: 

These compact pressure switches are designed for OEM applications. This economical design uses metal blade contacts in lieu of microswitches and features Kapton diaphragms. Kapton polyimide maintains excellent physical properties over a wide temperature range. It also offers superb chemical resistance and has no known organic solvents.

 

Specifications: 

 Wetted Parts 

Diaphragm: Teflon® coated Kapton (Pure Teflon® available)
O-Ring: Nitrile - Std (other materials available)
Fitting: Zinc Plated Steel standard (optional 316 SS)
 

Operating Temperature 

-40°F to +230°F (-40°C to +110°C) 

Switch* 

100 VA Max. 

Electrical Termination  

Exposed Terminals IP00, FL IP00, Option 20/20A IP65, Option 40 IP67 

Proof Pressure 

500 psi (35 bar) 

Burst Pressure 1000 psi (69 bar) 

Approvals 

CE (Limits switch voltage to 42 Vdc) 

Weight, Approximate 

0.14 lbs. (0.06 kg) Brass 

*Gold contacts (Option G) may be required for less than 12 VDC or 12 mA. Kapton is a registered trademark of Dupont. 

Repeatability / Deadband

 Pressure Range Code

Pressure Range 

Repeatability

Average Deadband*

15

50 - 150 psi (3.45 - 10.3 bar)

± 3.0 psi (0.21 bar) + 4% of setting

5 psi (0.14 bar) + 5% of setting

 20

150 - 300 psi (10.3 - 20.7 bar)

 ± 4 psi (0.28 bar) + 4% of setting

8 psi (0.21 bar) + 5% of setting

* In certain applications, deadband can be tailored and controlled to customer specifications. Consult factory for details.

 

 Dimensions:
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A  15/16" AF, (24) 
B  0.54" (14) 
C  Allen Head Adjustment Screw 
 Flying Leads with IP option
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A  1.85" (47) 
B  0.80" (20) 
C  Pressure Port 
D  Hex 15/16" (24) 
E  1.120" (29) 
 
 1/4" Spades
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A  0.36" (9.07) 
B  1.51" (38.30) 
C  1.58" (40.16) 

Product Documentation

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