MAGNETROL V1H-D1B0-001

Solitel®
Vibrating Rod
Level Switch
D E S C R I P T I O N
Solitel® Vibrating Rod Level Switches provide reliable
level detection of powders and bulk solids. This compact, integral switch is suitable for high or low level
detection in hoppers or silos. It may also be used for
plugged chute detection.
The single-piece probe and the unique self-clean cycle
avoid problems of buildup. Sensitivity of the instrument
can be adjusted to detect a variety of solid materials
ranging from heavy granular materials to light powders
with bulk densities less than one pound per cubic foot.
T E C H N O L O G Y
The Solitel rod vibrates at a frequency of 350 Hz. When
in contact with the media, the vibration is dampened.
The attenuation of the vibration is detected by the integral mount electronics which change the state of the
relay. The unique self-clean feature is activated when
the vibration is dampened. The self-clean circuitry
increases the amplitude of the vibration to dislodge any
buildup which may have occurred.
F E A T U R E S
A P P L I C A T I O N S
• Single rod design eliminates clogging
Powders and bulk solids with maximum particle size
of 1⁄2 inch (10 mm) including:
• High temperature version up to +320° F (+160° C)
• Self-clean cycle and polished probe minimize
solids buildup
• Plastic powders and pellets
• Class I, Div. 2 and Class II, Div. 1 approval
• Pulverized coal
• Adjustable sensitivity allows easy calibration for
various bulk densities
• Fly ash
• Extended rigid probes up to 100 inches (2540 mm)
• Perlite
• Extended flexible lengths to 65 feet (20 meters)
• Aerosil® (fume silica)
• Wood chips and sawdust
• Cement, lime
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Input voltage
110 VAC +10/-15%
220 VAC +10/-15%
24 VDC (±10%)
Less than or equal to 3 VA
350 Hz
SPDT 8 amp @ 250 VAC (resistive)
SPDT 1 amp @ 24 VDC (resistive)
4 to 10 seconds (depending on sensitivity adjustment)
11⁄2" NPT
NEMA 4X, 9
-4° to +230° F (-20° to +110° C)
-40° to +320° F (-40° to +160° C)
-40° to +140° F (-40° to +60° C), refer to chart below
98%
360 PSIG
316 stainless steel
Polyethylene coated steel
8.25 inches (209 mm)
10 to 100 inches (25 to 254 cm)
3 to 65 feet (1 to 20 meters)
Power consumption
Operation frequency
Output relay
Time delay
Process connection
Housing
Operating process temperature
Standard:
Enhanced performance:
Ambient electronics temperature
Relative humidity
Maximum process pressure
Materials
Vibrating rod/Rigid extension:
Cable for flexible probe
Insertion length
Standard VXH:
Extended rigid probe VXR:
Extended flexible probe VXK:
Ambient Temp.
180 F
(60 C)
95 F
(35 C)
-40 F
(-40 C)
0
-40 F
(-40 C)
0
320 F
(160 C)
167 F
(75 C)
Process Temp.
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: Handle the instrument with great care, especially the probe.
Any impact on the probe can damage the vibration system.
• Ensure that the slope angle of the
material is considered when positioning the probe in the vessel.
• When using an extended version
for low level alarm, mount the
probe above the outlet of the
vessel to avoid the probe being
dragged along by the outflowing
material.
• Side mounted units are best installed at an angle.
• Avoid mounting the sensor in a recess where
buildup could dampen the vibration.
• Observe the specifications for bending force(F),
torque(M) and pull force(F) as indicated below:
Standard:
Extended Rigid:
Extended Flexible:
VXH
F
• A deflection plate is required
when the probe is exposed to
falling material or, in the case of
a low level switch, when the drag
force of the emptying material
exceeds the specifications.
F = 100 pounds (445 N)
M = 63 foot pounds (85 Nm)
M = 63 foot pounds (85 Nm)
F = 10,000 pounds (45 kN)
VXR
VXK
M
M
F
2
M O D E L
N U M B E R
S T A N D A R D
&
E X T E N D E D
R I G I D
DESIGN TYPE
1
2
3
4
Standard, -4° to +230° F (-20° to +110° C), insertion length in inches
Enhanced performance, -40° to +320° F (-40° to +160° C), insertion length in inches
Standard, -4° to +230° F (-20° to +110° C), insertion length in centimeters
Enhanced performance, -40° to +320° F (-40° to +160° C), insertion length in centimeters
PROBE TYPE
H
R
Standard rigid probe, 8.25" insertion length
Extended rigid probe, see “Insertion length” below
INPUT VOLTAGE
0
1
2
110 VAC
220 VAC
24 VDC
INSERTION LENGTH
Probe Type Code R, Design Type Code 1 or 2
Length in inches from 10 to 100 inches
(example: 10 inches = Code 010)
Probe Type Code R, Design Type Code 3 or 4
Length in centimeters from 25 to 254 cm
(example 25 cm = Code 025)
Probe Type Code H, Design Type Code 1 or 3
Specify Code 000
Probe Type Code H, Design Type Code 2 or 4
Specify Code 000
V
D
E X T E N D E D
1
B
F L E X I B L E
DESIGN TYPE
1
3
Standard, -4° to +230° F (-20° to +110° C), insertion length in feet
Standard, -4° to +230° F (-20° to +110° C), insertion length in meters
INPUT VOLTAGE
0
1
2
110 VAC
220 VAC
24 VDC
INSERTION LENGTH
Design Type Code 1
Length in feet from 3 to 65 feet
(example: 10 feet = Code 010)
Design Type Code 3
Length in meters from 1 to 20 meters
(example 15 meters = Code 015)
V
K
D
1
B
3
D I M E N S I O N A L
I N C H E S
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
( m m )
4.63
(117) Dia.
4.63
(117) Dia.
3.44 (87)
Rotation
clearance
3/4" NPT
plugged
3.63
(92)
3.63
(92)
2.75 (69)
4.63
(117) Dia.
3.44 (87)
Rotation
clearance
2.75 (69)
3.63
(92)
2.75 (69)
3/4" NPT
3/4" NPT
Conduit
connection
1.50 (38)
3/4" NPT
plugged
Conduit
connection
1.50 (38)
3/4" NPT
Conduit
connection
3/4" NPT
plugged 1.50 (38)
11/2" NPT process
connection
11/2" NPT process
11/2" NPT process
connection
connection
1.73
(44) Dia.
1.73 (44) Dia.
Insertion
length
8.25
(209)
3.44 (87)
Rotation
clearance
Insertion
length
Insertion
length
1.73
(44) Dia.
6.34
(161)
1.73
(44) Dia
6.34
(161)
Standard Rigid Probe
AGENCY
6.34
(161)
Extended Rigid Probe
Extended Flexible Probe
APPROVALS
AGENCY
MODEL APPROVED
APPROVAL CLASSES
CSA
VXX-D1BX-XXX
Class I, Div. 2; Groups A, B, C, & D
Class II, Div. 1; Groups E, F, & G, TYPE 4X
These units have been tested to EN
50081-2 and EN 50082-2 and are in
compliance with the EMC Directive
89/336/EEC.
NRTL/C
These units have been evaluated to the
applicable UL and CSA standards. CSA is
accredited as a NRTL (National Recognized
Testing Laboratory) in the United States.
Q U A L I T Y
The quality assurance system in place at Magnetrol guarantees the highest level of quality throughout the company. Magnetrol is committed to providing full customer
satisfaction both in quality products and quality service.
The Magnetrol quality assurance system is registered to
ISO 9001 affirming its commitment to known international quality standards providing the strongest assurance of product/service quality available.
W A R R A N T Y
All
Magnetrol
electronic
level
and
flow
controls are warranted free of defects in materials or
workmanship for one full year from the date of original
factory shipment.
If returned within the warranty period; and, upon factory
inspection of the control, the cause of the claim is determined to be covered under the warranty; then,
Magnetrol will repair or replace the control at no cost to
the purchaser (or owner) other than transportation.
Magnetrol shall not be liable for misapplication, labor
claims, direct or consequential damage or expense arising from the installation or use of equipment. There are
no other warranties expressed or implied, except special
written warranties covering some Magnetrol products.
For additional information, see Instruction Manual 50-601.
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Performance specifications are effective with date of issue and are subject to change without notice.
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BULLETIN: 56-101.8
EFFECTIVE: December 2010
SUPERSEDES: November 2006