Point level switch
Soliswitch FTE30
rotary paddle switch

Simple mechanical mechanism, extremely robust and cost-effective point level switch for bulk solids

FTE30

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5-year warranty

Engineered for Confidence

Our Fundamental Selection instruments feature an extended 5-year warranty – a clear testament of our trust in their long-term reliability and performance.

Should a warranty case occur, you can count on a fast replacement process and minimal administrative effort – giving you peace of mind when it matters most and helping you keep your operations running smoothly.

Warranty terms apply

The extended warranty is subject to specific conditions. For full details, please refer to the locally applicable General Terms and Conditions (GTC), which can be found on the respective country page of our website.

Specs at a glance

Process temperature

-20 °C ... 80 °C (-4 °F ... 170 °F)
Process pressure / max. overpressure limit

0.5 bar to 1.5 bar (7 psi to 22 psi)
Min. density of medium

>= 100 g/l

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Field of application

The economical Soliswitch FTE30 is a paddle switch for point level detection in bulk materials. Its robust polymer housing and compact design makes it an ideal sensor for full, empty and demand alarm in applications with bulk solids. The optimized materials make the unit outstandingly robust and therefore suitable for use in dust explosive areas.

Process connections: G 1½", PBT; G 1½", 1.4305; Reinforced shaft G 1½", 1.4305
Sensor length: Different standard lengths between 100 mm (4") and 600 mm (24"), additional rope length of 2,000 mm (80") (can be shortened)
Temperature: -20 to +80 °C (-4 to +170 °F)
Pressure: 0.5 to 1.8 bar (7 to 25 psi)

Benefits

Reliable and economical paddle switch
Highest safety standard
Diverse instrument designs for use under different application conditions
Slip clutch prevents impact on paddle
Ingress protection to IP65 for optimum safety in the process

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Predecessor

FTE130

FTE330

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Rope extension cpl. 2m FTE 30

Hinged paddle cpl. FTE30 1.4435

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Point level switchSoliswitch FTE30rotary paddle switch

Simple mechanical mechanism, extremely robust and cost-effective point level switch for bulk solids

Specs at a glance

Process temperature

Process pressure / max. overpressure limit

Min. density of medium

Field of application

Benefits

Fundamental selection

Predecessor

Success stories

Simple and efficient level measurements in silos

Reliable level measurements in bunker and stockpiles

Level measurement of silos on construction sites

Sikker niveaumåling i biosilo med radar - Micropilot FMR57

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Process temperature

Process pressure / max. overpressure limit

Min. density of medium

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Housing upper (lid) without O-ring FTE

Set O-ring D100x3.5 EPDM 60o

Signal light cpl. 230V FTE-30

O-Ring D18.77x1.78 EPDM 70o Shore

Lamp set E14 24-28VDC/24VAC

Lamp set E14 115VAC

Lamp set E14 230VAC

Lamp set E14 48VAC

Protection cover cpl. FTE30

Rope extension cpl. 2m FTE 30

Hinged paddle cpl. FTE30 1.4435

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Point level switch
Soliswitch FTE30
rotary paddle switch