FineTek FF Series Side Mounting Float Level Switch

FineTek FF Series Side Mounting Float Level Switch

The FineTek FF Series is a rugged, industrial-grade side-mount magnetic float level switch that handles high, low, and intermediate level detection across an unusually wide range of fluids — down to a specific gravity of just 0.25 S.G.

How It Works

Like other float-based switches, the FF Series works through buoyancy and magnetism. As fluid level changes, the float moves up or down, and the magnet it carries actuates a sealed switch element to open or close its contacts. No external power is needed for switching to occur.

Key Features

  • SPDT reed switch or SPDT microswitch output
  • Stainless steel or polypropylene wetted materials
  • Operates with fluid density as low as 0.25 S.G.
  • Marine-certified and explosion-proof versions available
  • Side-mount design; special float extension shapes allow top mounting

Applications

  • High, low, and intermediate level switching in tanks and vessels
  • Wide range of liquids with minimum density of 0.25 S.G.
  • Pump control and alarm duty

Industries Served

  • Water and wastewater
  • Chemical
  • Marine and shipbuilding
  • General industry

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Fine-Tek FFX Side Mounting Float Switch
● GENERAL DESCRIPTION
TypeSide-mounted (horizontal) float level switch for tanks or vessels, used as high or low level control
Working PrincipleReed switch type relies on buoyancy and magnetism. The float (containing a magnet) rises and falls with liquid level; the pivot arm’s magnet repels the stationary stem’s switch magnet, opening or closing the electrical circuit. Micro-switch types operate the same buoyancy/pivot mechanism but actuate a mechanical microswitch instead of a reed switch.
Switch Technology OptionsMicro-Switch type or Reed Switch type
MountingCustom-made mounting flanges (JIS, DIN, ANSI) or threaded connection
Float SelectionWide variety of floats available for different liquid specific gravities (S.G.)
Construction VariantsStandard, Mini, Anti-Corrosive, Vertical, Double angle, Square flange (with/without test accessories), Small, and dual-switch variants of Standard/Vertical/Double angle/Square flange
 
● MATERIALS
Wetted Parts (Order code 19-20)MA: SUS304  |  MB: SUS316  |  MC: SUS316L  |  18: PP
Housing MaterialsAluminum Alloy, IP65 (most Standard/Vertical/Double-angle/Square-flange models); SUS304, IP65 (FF15HEQ); SUS316, Ex d / Ex tb explosion-proof rated (FF70/71 and FF73-75 series); PC (polycarbonate), IP65 (FF80EFM, anti-corrosive); FF81E supplied without housing (wetted parts P.P.)
Anti-Corrosive Model Wetted PartsP.P. (FF80EFM, FF81E)
Test Board MaterialSS41 (optional accessory)
Material RestrictionSUS304/SUS316 materials are not available for corrosive applications
 
● ELECTRICAL / PERFORMANCE RATINGS
Reed Switch Contact Capacity1A, 60W, 220Vac/200Vdc (FF29, FF45, FF55 references); 1A, 50W, 220Vac/200Vdc (FF30, SPST); 1A, 30W, 220Vac/200Vdc (FF89 reference)
Micro Switch Contact Capacity5A/250Vac (FF19, FF40, FF50, FF90, FF62 references); 3A/250Vac (FF79 reference / explosion-proof SUS316 series)
Cable Spec (anti-corrosive models)PVC, 3 x 0.75 mm²
FF90CLO Reference RatingsOperation pressure: 15 kg/cm²; Weight (approx.): 1.2 kg; Suitable S.G.: greater than 0.65
ModelOperating Temp.Electrical ContactContact CapacityContact ElementHousing Spec.Applicable S.G.
FF10BHM (UL)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.25
FF10CEM (UL)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.65
FF10CEQ (UL)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.65
FF10CLO (UL)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.65
FF10DFM (UL)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF10DFQ (UL)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF15HEQ-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchSUS304, IP650.8
FF12CEM-40~100°CSPDT(1C) x25A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.65
FF20BHM-40~200°CSPDT(1C)1A, 60W, 220Vac/200VdcReed SwitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.25
FF20CEM-40~200°CSPDT(1C)1A, 60W, 220Vac/200VdcReed SwitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.65
FF20CEQ-40~200°CSPDT(1C)1A, 60W, 220Vac/200VdcReed SwitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.65
FF20DFM-40~200°CSPDT(1C)1A, 60W, 220Vac/200VdcReed SwitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF20DFQ-40~200°CSPDT(1C)1A, 60W, 220Vac/200VdcReed SwitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF20DLO-40~200°CSPDT(1C)1A, 60W, 220Vac/200VdcReed SwitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF40DFM-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF45DFM-40~200°CSPDT(1C)1A, 60W, 220Vac/200VdcReed SwitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF50DFM-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF55DFM-40~200°CSPDT(1C)1A, 60W, 220Vac/200VdcReed switchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF70/71BHM (Ex-proof)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)3A/250VacMicroswitchSUS316, Ex d / Ex tb0.25
FF70/71CFM (Ex-proof)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)3A/250VacMicroswitchSUS316, Ex d / Ex tb0.65
FF70/71DFM (Ex-proof)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)3A/250VacMicroswitchSUS316, Ex d / Ex tb0.55
FF73GLO (Ex-proof)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)3A/250VacMicroswitchSUS316, Ex d / Ex tb0.7
FF75DFM (Ex-proof)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)3A/250VacMicroswitchSUS316, Ex d / Ex tb0.55
FF90CLO (UL)-20~100°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.65
FF30A3Q-20~100°CSPST(1A)1A, 50W, 220Vac/200VdcReed SwitchSUS304, IP650.65
FF62DFM-40~350°CSPDT(1C)5A/250VacMicroswitchAluminum Alloy, IP650.55
FF80EFM (anti-corrosive)-20~80°CSPDT(1C)1A, 30W, 220Vac/200VdcReed switchPC, IP650.60
FF81E (anti-corrosive, no housing)-20~80°CSPDT(1C)1A, 30W, 220Vac/200VdcReed switchNot specified in source (no housing)0.60
Note: models listed with “(UL)” and the FF70/71/73/75-series “(Ex-proof)” models are additionally approved by class societies DNV-GL, LR, BV, ABS as noted on the source specification pages.
 
● DIMENSIONS
Float Sizesφ41 x 150L, φ50 x 150L, φ75 x 120L (per nozzle-length chart below); order-code float types also include φ32.5×68, φ75×120, φ41×150, φ50×150, φ44×50(PP), φ41×100, φ41×125
Recommended Maximum Nozzle Length (mm)See table below (pipe inner diameter A vs. flange-connection max. B and screw-connection max. C, per float diameter). ⊕ = float diameter larger than nozzle diameter, sensor cannot be inserted. ◎ = nozzle length not limited.
Pipe Inner Dia. (A)Float φ41x150LFloat φ50x150LFloat φ75x120L
Flange (B) max.Screw (C) max.Flange (B) max.Screw (C) max.Flange (B) max.Screw (C) max.
4510291
501039210291
551059410392
601089710695
6511210110796
7012211111099
7513512411410310695
8014813712411310796
8516115013712610998
90170159150139112101
95186175163152115104
100199188169158119108
105212201188177125114
110225214201190136125
115214203149138
120162151
125174163
130
Probe/Cable Length Options0000: Standard  |  0250~0800: 250~800 mm  |  0270~1000: 270~1000 mm  |  0155~0600: 155~600 mm
Vertical/Double-Angle Models (FF40/45/50/55/71/74/75 etc.)X, Y, Z legs each ≥ 40 mm; sum of legs constraint X+Y+Z ≤ 500 mm (dual-angle types) or X+Y ≤ 1000 mm (single vertical types) per model drawing — exact values not tabulated in source beyond these constraints
 

Download FineTek FF Series Side Mounting Float Level Switch information here

Datasheet: Finetek_FF-Side-Mounting-Float-Switch
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