Piston Flow Sensor
General Purpose rotor flow switch
Reed type Piston flow sensors suitable for high pressure applications and are more suited to coping with fluids that have a higher level of particulates. Offering reliable flow detection without the need for external power the metal versions have an inline pressure capability of up to 1500 PSI and are IP67 sealed, the polypropylene version can handle up to 125 PSI. Applications include Domestic Appliances, HVAC, Industrial Cleaning, Pharmaceuticals, Cooling systems and Hydraulic systems.
- Reed type magnetic activation
- Zero standby power consumption
- Metal housing version up to 1500 PSI
- Polypropylene version up to 125 PSI
- Flow setting range between 0.15 to 2.0 GPM
- Customizable configurations
- Switch :- N.O. at no flow
- Compact Design
Brass / Stainless Steel (316) / Polypropylene
Metal version Max operating pressure 1500 PSI.
Polypropylene Version Max operating pressure 125 PSI
Metal −25°C to +135°C / Plastic −20°C to +100°C
Ideal for HVAC applications
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- Specifications
- Standard Parts
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Part Number
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Flow Setting (Gallons Per Minute)
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Housing Material
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Port Size
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Electrical Rating
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Maximum Operating Pressure
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Operating Temperature
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Datasheet
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| BW1-025-B-A | 0.25 GPM | Brass | 1/2" NPT Male | 20 VA | 1500 PSI(103 bar) | −25°C to +135°C | |
| BW1-50-B-A | 0.5 GPM | Brass | 3/8" NPT Male | 20 VA | 1500 PSI(103 bar) − | −25°C to +135°C | |
| BW1-50-P-A | 0.5 GPM | Polypropylene | 3/8" NPT Male | 10 VA | 125 PSI(8.6 bar) | −20°C to +100°C | |
| BW1-100-S-A | 1 GPM | Stainless Steel | 3/8" NPT Male | 20 VA | 1500 PSI(103 bar) | −25°C to +135°C | |
| BW1-015-S-A | 0.15 GPM | Stainless Steel | 1/4" Compression | 20 VA | 1500 PSI(103 bar) | −25°C to +135°C | |
| BW3-150-S-A | 1.5 GPM | Stainless Steel | 3/8" Compression | 20 VA | 1500 PSI(103 bar) | −25°C to +135°C | |
| BW3-200-S-A | 2 GPM | Stainless Steel | 1/2" Hose Barb | 20 VA | 500 PSI(34 bar) | −25°C to +135°C |
| Housing Material | Glass reinforced Polypropylene / Stainless Steel (316) / Brass |
| Filtration Recomendation | 100 Micron Filter |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 for Metal versions |
| Switch Type | S.P.S.T N.O. at no flow |
| Metal version Maximum Operating Pressure | 1500 PSI |
| Polypropylene Maximum Operating Pressure | 125 PSI |
| Termination | 22 AWG polymeric leads, 24" to 26" length |
| Set Point Accuracy | ±20% Maximum |
| Set point differential | 20% Maximum |
| Piston Material | PPS Composite, Epoxy |
| Spring Material | 316 Stainless Steel |
| 'O' ring material | Fluorocarbon Elastomer |
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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