Technical Information

TI 375F/00/en

Level Limit Detection in Liquids

liquipoint T FTW 31, FTW 32
Level limit switch for multiple point detection
in conductive liquids

Applications
Liquipoint T sensors are used in
conductive liquids (as of 10 S/cm) for
determining level limits.
Depending on the number of measuring
points (up to 5 rods or ropes), measuring
tasks such as overspill protection, dry
running protection, two-point control of
pumps or multiple point detection can be
implemented for an existing process
connection.
Your benefits

Detect up to five level limits with one

probe

Two-point control and additional

maximum and minimum detection

Option between rod or rope version for

optimum adaptation to the application

Flexible instrumentation:

with built-in electronic insert, either

transistor or relay output for 2 or
3 rod/rope probes
for connection to a separate
transmitter power supply unit
No calibration required;
standard setting for the most common
conductive liquids
No moving parts in the tank:
long service life
reliable operation with no wear or
blockages
WHG approval
Four measuring ranges can be set
100 , 1 k, 10 k, 100 k
Cost-effective probe for conductive
liquids
Electronic inserts for:
NAMUR output
Relais output
Transistor output

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Table of contents
Function and system design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Certificates and approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Measuring principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Measuring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

CE mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overspill protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other standards and guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ex-approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type of protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Measured variable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Measuring range (application) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Electronic insert FEW 52 (DC-PNP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic insert FEW 54 (relay) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic insert FEW 58 (NAMUR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cable monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ordering information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Liquipoint FTW 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Liquipoint FTW 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Liquipoint T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Supplementary Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Electrical connection (wiring diagrams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cable entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cable specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Accuracy with built-in electronic insert . . . . . . . . 14

Reference operating conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measuring error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repeatability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hysteresis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch-on delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Influence of ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Installation conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Ambient temperature range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Climate class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Degree of protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shock resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vibration resistance (at min. rod length) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electromagnetic compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Process conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Medium temperature limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Limiting medium pressure range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Mechanical construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Design, dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fitted electrodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Human interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Operating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Function and system design

Measuring principle

An alternating voltage exists between the rod probes in an empty tank.

As soon as the conductive liquid in the tank creates a connection between the ground probe rod
and, for example, the maximum probe rod, a measurable current flows and the Liquipoint T
switches. With level limit detection, the Liquipoint T switches back as soon as the liquid clears the
maximum probe. With two-point control, the Liquipoint T does not switch back until the MAX and
MIN probe is cleared.
Using alternating voltage prevents corrosion of the probe rods and electrolytic destruction of the
product. The material used for the tank walls is not important for measurement because the
system is designed as a closed potential-free circuit between the probe rods and the electronics.
There is absolutely no danger if the probe rods are touched during operation.

Measuring system

Probes with integrated electronic insert (compact-instrument version)

The measuring system consists of:

FTW 31, FTW 32 with two/three rods or ropes and an electronic insert
Control units, switches or signal transmitters, e.g. process control systems PLC, relays, etc.

EX
FTW 31
1 - 2 points
2 - 3 rods

FTW 32
1 - 2 points
2 - 3 ropes

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Independent of the tank material

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Note!
The compact-instrument version with three probes or rods is always used in s mode.

Liquipoint T FTW 31, FTW 32

Probes without integrated electronic insert (separate-instrument version) for one or two
point detection respectively
The measuring system consists of:

FTW 31, FTW 32 with two/three rods or ropes

Nivotester FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z
Control units, switches or signal transmitters, e.g. process control systems PLC, relays, etc.

FTW 31/32
1 - 2 points
2 - 3 rods/ropes

FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z

FTW470Z

1
2

FTW 325

1
2

FTW 31/32

FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z

3 points
3 rods/ropes

FTW 325

FTW470Z

FTW470Z

1
2

1
2

1
2

1
2

FTW 325

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Switch points dependent on the tank material

Probes without integrated electronic insert for multiple point detection

The measuring system consists of:

FTW 31, FTW 32 with five rods or ropes

Two Nivotester FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z
Control units, switches or signal transmitters, e.g. process control systems PLC, relays, etc.
FTW 31/32
4 points
5 rods/ropes

FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z

FTW 325

FTW 31/32

FTW470Z

FTW470Z

1
2

1
2

1
2

1
2

FTW 325

FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z

5 points
5 rods/ropes

FTW 325

FTW 325

FTW470Z

FTW470Z

FTW470Z

1
2

1
2

1
2

1
2

1
2

1
2

FTW 325

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Switch points dependent on the tank material

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Input
Measured variable

Resistance change between two conductors caused by the presence or absence of a conductive
product.

Measuring range
(application)

The measuring range is dependent on the mounting location of the probes.

Rod probes can have a max. length of 4000 mm and rope probes up to 15 000 mm.

Input signal

Probes covered => a measurable current is flowing between the probes.

Probes uncovered => there is no measurable current flowing between the probes.

Output
Electronic insert FEW 52
(DC-PNP)

Output signal
Three-wire direct current version
Preferred in conjunction with programmable logic controllers (PLC).
Positive signal at the switch output of the electronics (PNP).
The output is blocked after the level limit is reached.
Fail-safe mode

Switch point

Output signal

*
MAX

L+
1

rd

IL

Max.

< 100 A
1

L+
1

IL

+
1

< 100 A

Min.

MIN

3
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*1 = load current (connected); *2 residual current (disconnected); *3 LED not lit; *4 LED lit
See also Electrical connection on page 8.

If the probe is covered and the red LED flashes continuously, the next more sensitive measuring
range has to be set. This ensures a safe switch point even if the conductivity of the medium varies
slightly.
Fail-safe mode
Selecting the correct fail-safe mode ensures that the output always runs in quiescent current
fail-safe.

Maximum fail-safe: the output voltage is 0 V if the switch point is exceeded

(probe covered), a fault occurs or the power supply fails.

Minimum fail-safe: the output voltage is 0 V if the switch point is undershot

(probe uncovered), a fault occurs or the power supply fails.
Switching delay
A switching delay of 2.0 s can be activated or deactivated via a DIL switch.
If the switching delay is set to 0 s, the device switches after approx. 0.3 s.

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Liquipoint T FTW 31, FTW 32

Measuring ranges
A total of four measuring ranges (100 ; 1 k; 10 k; 100 k) can be set via two DIL switches
(SENS). The setting on delivery is 100 k.

MAX

2s

MIN

0s

100

10 k

1 k

100 k

SENS = 100 - 100k

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Signal on alarm
In the event of a power failure or a damaged probe: < 100
Load
The load is switched via a transistor (PNP).
Cycled overload and short-circuit protection,
continuous 200 mA (short-circuit proof).
Residual voltage at transistor at Imax < 2.9 V
Electronic insert FEW 54
(relay)

Output signal
AC/DC connection with relay output
When connecting a device with high inductance, a spark barrier must be fitted to protect the relay
contact. A fine-wire fuse (load-dependent) protects the relay contact in the event of a short-circuit.
Both relay contacts switch simultaneously.
Fail-safe mode

Switch point

Output signal

rd

MAX

3 4 5

Max.

6 7 8

Min.

3 4 5

6 7 8

3 4 5

6 7 8

3 4 5

6 7 8

MIN

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*1 = relay energised; *2 relay de-energised; *3 LED not lit; *4 LED lit

See also Electrical connection on page 9.

If the probe is covered and the red LED flashes continuously, the next more sensitive measuring
range has to be set. This ensures a safe switch point even if the conductivity of the medium varies
slightly.

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Fail-safe mode
Selecting the correct fail-safe mode ensures that the relay always runs in quiescent current
fail-safe.

Maximum fail-safe: the relay de-energises when the switch point is exceeded
(probe covered), a fault occurs or the power supply fails.

Minimum fail-safe: the relay de-energises when the switch point is undershot
(probe uncovered), a fault occurs or the power supply fails.
Measuring ranges
A total of four measuring ranges (100 ; 1 k; 10 k; 100 k) can be set via two DIL switches
(SENS). The setting on delivery is 100 k.

MAX

2s

MIN

0s

100

10 k

1 k

100 k

SENS = 100 - 100k

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Switching delay
A switching delay of 2.0 s can be activated or deactivated via a DIL switch.
If the switching delay is set to 0 s, the device switches after approx. 0.3 s.
Signal on alarm
Output signal in the event of a power failure or a damaged probe: relay de-energised.
Load
Loads are switched via 2 potential-free change-over contacts.
I~ max. 4 A, U~ max. 253 V;
P~ max. 1000 VA, cos = 1, P~ max. 700 VA, cos > 0.7;
I max. 4 A to 30 V, I max. 0.2 A to 150 V.
When connecting a functional extra-low voltage circuit with double insulation in accordance with
IEC 1010: the sum of the relay output and power supply voltages is max. 300 V.
Galvanic isolation
All input channels, output channels and relay contacts are galvanically isolated from each other.

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Electronic insert FEW 58

(NAMUR)

Output signal
For connecting to isolating amplifiers acc. to NAMUR (IEC 60947-5-6)
Output signal jump from high to low current on limit (H-L-edge).
Fail-safe
circuit

Level

Output signal

+
2

2.2
6.5 mA

LEDs
gn

ye

Max.
+
2

= lit

+
2

= flashes

Min.
+
2

= unlit

0.4
1.0 mA

2.2
6.5 mA

0.4
1.0 mA

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Fail-safe mode
Selecting the correct fail-safe mode ensures that the relay always runs in quiescent current
fail-safe.

Maximum fail-safe: the output signal is < 1.0 mA when the switch point is exceeded
(probe covered), a fault occurs or the power supply fails.

Minimum fail-safe: the output signal is < 1.0 mA when the switch point is undershot
(probe uncovered), a fault occurs or the power supply fails.
Measuring ranges
A total of four measuring ranges (100 ; 1 k; 10 k; 100 k) can be set via two DIL switches
(SENS). The setting on delivery is 100 k.
MAX

2s

MIN

0s

100

10 k

1 k

100 k

SENS = 100 - 100k

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Switching delay
A switching delay of 2.0 s can be activated or deactivated via a DIL switch.
If the switching delay is set to 0 s, the device switches after approx. 0.3 s.
Load
Refere to "Technical Data" date sheet of the connected isolating amplifier acc. to
NAMUR (IEC 60947-5-6)
Cable monitoring

For probes without an electronic insert, an additional printed circuit board must be installed in the
housing, which enables cable monitoring. It is always switched or connected between rod/rope
1 and 2.

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Note!
When using switching units (transmitters) that do not support cable monitoring, these must be
removed.

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Power supply
Electrical connection
(wiring diagrams)

Compact instrumentation with FEW 52

Transistor circuit for load
The load connected to terminal 3 is switched by a transistor, contactless and therefore without
bouncing. In normal switching status, terminal 3 has a positive signal.
The transistor is blocked in the event of a level alarm or a power failure.
Protection against voltage peaks
When connecting a device with high inductance, always connect a voltage limiter.

FEW 52
M

3
(+)
R

L+

Mains
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Connecting the FEW 52 electronic insert.

F: Fine-wire fuse 500 mA, semi-time lag

M: Ground connection to protective earth
Power supply (FEW 52)

Supply voltage: U= 10.8 V...45 V

Load connection: open collector; PNP
Switching voltage: max. 45 V
Connected load, continuous: max. 200 mA
Protected against reverse polarity
Power consumption

P < 1.1 W
Current consumption

I < 25 mA (without load)

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Compact instrumentation with FEW 54

Relay contact circuit for load
The connected load is switched via potential-free relay contacts (change-over contact).
In the event of a level alarm or a power failure, the relay contacts break the connections between
terminals 3 and 4 and terminals 6 and 7. The relays always switch simultaneously.
Protection against voltage peaks and short-circuits
When connecting a device with high inductance, fit a spark barrier to protect the relay contact.
A fine-wire fuse (load-dependent) can protect the relay contact in the event of a short-circuit.

FEW 54
M

F2

F1
L1
+

N PE

Mains

F2

Potential-free change-over contacts

Vessel

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Connecting the FEW 54 electronic insert.

F1: Fine-wire fuse 500 mA, semi-time lag

F2: Fine-wire fuse to protect the relay contact, load-dependent
M: Ground connection to protective earth (PE)
Power supply (FEW 54)

Supply voltage: U% 20 V55 V DC or U& 20 V253 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Peak inrush current: max. 2 A, max. 400 s
Output: two potential-free change-over contacts
Contact load capacity: U~ max. 253 V, I~ max. 4 A, U% 30 V/4 A; 150 V/ 0.2 A
Power consumption

P < 2,0 W
Current consumption

60 mA

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Compact instrumentation with FEW 58

To be used with isolating amplifiers acc. to NAMUR (IEC 60947-5-6)
Output signal jump from high to low current on limit (H-L-edge).
Signal transmission on a two-wire line:
H-L-edge 2.2 ... 6.5 mA / 0.4 ... 1.0 mA
When using a multiplex the cycle time must be set to a minimum of 2 s.

FEL 58

EX

EX

IEC 60947-5-6 (NAMUR)

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Connecting the FEW 58 electronic insert.

Power supply (FEW 58)

Refere to "Technical Data" date sheet of the connected isolating amplifier acc. to
NAMUR (IEC 60947-5-6)

Signal on alarm

Output signal with damaged sensor: < 1.0 mA

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Separate instrumentation for two-rod or two-rope probes with cable monitoring

d4 d2
z4 z2

*1

9
CH1
or
CH2

d4 d2

FTW 470 Z

z4 z2

Max

CH1
or
CH2

FTW 325

Max

*1

1 2

1 2

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*1 Printed circuit board for cable monitoring

The power supply and evaluation are provided by switching units, e.g. Nivotester FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z

Separate instrumentation for three-rod or three-rope probes with cable monitoring

CH2

z4 b4 z2

1 3 2

Max

d4 b2 d2

FTW 325
FTW 470 Z

d4 b2 d2

CH1

z4 b4 z2

CH2

Max

CH1

Min

Min

1 3 2

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*1 Printed circuit board for cable monitoring

The power supply and evaluation are provided by switching units, e.g. Nivotester FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z

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Liquipoint T FTW 31, FTW 32

Separate instrumentation for five-rod or five-rope probes with cable monitoring

Master (M) / Slave (S)

s
7

7
8
9
10

7
8
9
10

Min

off

on

*1

12453

(M)

4
5
6
17

4
5
6
17

FTW 325

Max

Min

off

on

Max

FTW 325

*1

(S)

12453

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*1 Printed circuit board for cable monitoring

The power supply and evaluation are provided by switching units, e.g. Nivotester FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z

Cable entry

M 20x1.5

Degree of protection: IP66

Quantity in F24 housing: 1 (separate-instrument version)
Quantity in F16 housing: 2 (compact-instrument version)
NPT 1/2"

Quantity in F24 housing: 1 (separate-instrument version)

Quantity in F16 housing: 2 (compact-instrument version)
Conductor cross-section (including wire end sleeve): 2.5 mm
Cable specifications

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Use a commercially available cable (25 per wire).

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Accuracy with built-in electronic insert

Reference operating
conditions

Ambient temperature: 23 C
Medium temperature: 23 C
Medium viscosity: medium must release the probe again (drain off).
Medium pressure pe: 0 bar
Probe installation: vertically from above

Measuring error

+/ 10 % at 100 - 100 k
+/ 5 % at 1 k - 10 k

Repeatability

+/ 5 % at 100 - 100 k
+/ 1 % at 1 k - 10 k

Hysteresis

10% for the MAX probe, in reference to the switch point. s .

Switch-on delay

<3s

Influence of ambient
temperature

< 0,05 %/K

Installation conditions
Installation instructions

Mounting location
The rod and rope probes are mounted predominantly in tanks made of plastic or metal.
Piping (partially filled)
Two-rod probes can be used in piping as, for example, dry running protection for pumps.

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Orientation
Rod probes (Dimensions in mm)
Level limit detection for standard applications in tanks made of plastic or metal.
b.

a.

c.

200

d.

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a.
b.
c.
d.

Vertical mounting, minimum detection; Probe length set to the level limit required;
Rods must not come into contact with the tank.
Vertical mounting, maximum detection; Probe length set to the level limit required
Lateral mounting, maximum detection; Maximum probe length 200 mm (only applies to two-rod probes).
Lateral mounting, minimum detection; Maximum probe length 200 mm (only applies to two-rod probes).

Rope probes (Dimensions in mm)

Level limit detection for standard applications in tanks made of plastic or metal.
b.

250 - 15000

a.

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a.
b.

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Vertical mounting, minimum detection; Rope length set to the level limit required;
Rope ends must not come into contact with the tank
Vertical mounting, maximum detection; Rope length set to the level limit required

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Example applications
Level limit detection (standard applications)

MAX

MAX

s
MIN

MIN

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Two-point control (s) e.g. pump control

Level limit detection (standard applications)

MAX

MAX

MIN

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Level limit detection (MAX),

maximum and minimum detection for compact-instrument devices only possible with s.

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Environment
Ambient temperature
range

Non-hazardous area
40 ... 70 C
40 ... 60 C (for FEW 58 NAMUR)

Storage temperature

40 ... 80 C

Climate class

Tropicalised as per DIN EEC 68, part 2-38

Degree of protection

IP66

Shock resistance

Practical test

Vibration resistance
(at min. rod length)

DIN 60068-2-64 / IEC 68-2-64: 20 ... 2000 Hz, 1 (m/s2)2/Hz

Electromagnetic
compatibility

Interference Emission to EN 61326, Electrical Equipment Class B

Interference Immunity to EN 61326, Annex A (Industrial)

Use for separte-instrumented probes a screened cable between the probe and the switching
unit.
For installation instructions for screened cables and general instructions for EMC inspection
conditions of E+H devices, see also TI 241F.

Process conditions
Medium temperature
limits

Permissible ambient temperature T1 at the housing as a function of the measuring material

temperature T2 in the vessel:

T1
T1

FEW 52, FEW 54

70
60

FEW 58 (NAMUR)

50
40
30

T2

20
10
0
40 30 20 10

10
10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

T2

20
30
40

Note!
For separately instrumented devices (without FEW 5?) there are no restrictions in the indicated
temperature range.

Conductivity

10 S

Limiting medium pressure

range

1 ... 10 bar

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Mechanical construction
Design, dimensions

Rod and rope version with G 1 1/2" (compact-instrument version with electronic insert)

FTW 32

FTW 31
85

85
max. 76

24

22

G 1
2,5

Probe length L
250 mm 15 000 mm

Probe length L
100 4 000 mm

G 1

37

22

AF 55

37

AF 55

145

145

max. 76

100

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Rod and rope version with G 1 1/2" (separate-instrument version without electronic insert)

FTW 32

FTW 31
66

66

max. 63

22

G 1
2,5

100

Probe length L
250 mm 15 000 mm

24

Probe length L
100 4 000 mm

G 1

AF 55
37

22

AF 55

37

64

64

max. 63

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Rod and rope version with NPT 1 1/2" (compact-instrument version with electronic insert)

FTW 32

FTW 31
85

85
max. 76

24

168

NPT 1
2,5

Probe length L
250 mm 15 000 mm

Probe length L
100 4 000 mm

NPT 1

23,5

AF 55

38,5

AF 55

38,5

23,5

168

max. 76

100

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Rod and rope version with NPT 1 1/2" (separate-instrument version without electronic insert)

FTW 32

FTW 31
66

66
max. 64

24

86
38,5

23,5

NPT 1
2,5

100

Probe length L
250 mm 15 000 mm

NPT 1

AF 55

Probe length L
100 4 000 mm

AF 55

38,5

23,5

86

max. 64

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Weight

Separate-instrument version
Rod, 1 m long
FTW 31 with 2, 3 or 5 rods (415 g; 530 g; 760 g)
Rope, 1 m long
FTW 32 with 2, 3 or 5 ropes (390 g; 470 g; 640 g)
Compact-instrument version
Rod, 1 m long
FTW 31 with 2 or 3 rods (600 g; 720 g)
Rope, 1 m long
FTW 32 with 2 or 3 ropes (710 g; 800 g)

Material

Probes
Rods

Rod: 1.4404 (316L)

Insulation: PP
Ropes

Rope: 1.4571 (316Ti)

Insulation: FEP
Weight: 1.4435
Housing
F24 (separate-instrument version)

Housing: PPS
Cover: PBT
F16 (compact-instrument version)

Housing: PBT
Cover: PBT
Adapter: PBT
Process connections

G 1 1/2
NPT 1 1/2
Fitted electrodes

Rod probes
Compact-instrument version: 2 or 3 rods; Separate-instrument version: 2, 3 or 5 rods

Diameter without insulation: 4 mm

Maximum rod length: 4000 mm
Minimum rod length: 100 mm
Thickness of insulation: 0.5 mm
Length of non-insulated area (tip of rod): 20 mm
Extraction forces (parallel probe rod): 1000 N

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Rope probes
Compact-instrument version: 2 or 3 rods; Separate-instrument version: 2, 3 or 5 rods

Diameter without insulation: 1 mm

Maximum rope length: 15000 mm
Minimum rope length: 250 mm
Thickness of insulation: 0.75 mm
Weight length: 100 mm (not insulated)
Weight diameter: 10 mm
Extraction forces (parallel probe rod): 500 N

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Human interface
Operating elements

FEW 52, FEW 54, FEW 58

One DIL switch for min/max position
One DIL switch for 0 s or 2 s switching delay
Two DIL switches for setting the measuring ranges 100 , 1 k, 10 k, 100 k

Display elements

Separate-instrument version
Dependent on the connected switching unit (e.g. FTW 325 or FTW 470 Z)
Compact-instrument version
FEW 52
One red light emitting diode: fault message, switching status
One green light emitting diode: operation

100
1k
10k
100k

FEW52

U 10,8...45V DC
I max : 200mA

+ -

1
3

1
3
2s
0s

MAX
MIN

3
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FEW 54

SENS

0s / 2s

FEW54

MIN/MAX

One red light emitting diode: fault message, switching status

One green light emitting diode: operation

20... 55V DC
20... 253V AC
L1 N

1 2

3 5 6 8
4

8
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FEW 58
One yellow light emitting diode: fault message, switching status
One green light emitting diode: operation

FEW58
Namur
IEC 60947-5-6

- +

100
1k
10k

I < 1,0mA
I > 2,1mA

100k

MAX

2s

MIN

0s

2
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Note! For FEW 52, FEW 54

If the probe is covered and the red LED flashes continuously, the next more sensitive measuring
range has to be set. This ensures a safe switch point even if the conductivity of the medium varies
slightly.

MAX
Relais

rd
level

345
678

MIN
Relais

rd

measuring range limit

MAX

switch point
345
678

measuring range limit

MIN

switch point

345
678
345
678

level
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Certificates and approvals

CE mark

The Liquipoint T meets the legal requirements of the EC directives.

Endress+Hauser confirms that the device has been successfully tested by applying the CE mark.

Overspill protection

Approvals

WHG
Leak test (Leakage)
Other standards and
guidelines

Other standards and guidelines that were observed during the design and development of the
Liquipoint T FTW 31 and FTW 32.

Low voltage equipment directive (73/ 23/ EEC)

DIN EN 61010 part 1, 2001
Safety regulations for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use
Part 1: General requirements

EN 61326
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use EMC requirements
Ex-approvals

The Endress+Hauser sales office provides information on the currently suppliable Ex versions
(ATEX EEx ia and ATEX EEx nA/C(L)). All data relevant for explosion protection can be found in
separate Ex documentation (see: Supplementary Documentation on page 26). This can be
viewed as necessary.

Type of protection

[EEx ia] IIC (FEW 58)

[EEx na/C(L)] IIC (FEW 52, FEW 54)

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Ordering information
Liquipoint FTW 31

10

Certificates
A
B
C
D
Y

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Version for non-hazardous areas

Version for non-hazardous areas, WHG, Leakage detection
ATEX II 3 G EEx nA/C(L) IIC T6, WHG
ATEX II 2 G EEx ia IIC T6
Special version

Process connection and material

1
2
9

30

Threaded connection G 1 1/2", PPS

Threaded connection NPT 1 1/2", PPS
Special version

Quantity and material of rods

A2
A3
A5
Y9

40

2 rods, 316L
3 rods, 316L
5 rods, 316L
Special version

Length of probe L, 100 ... 4000 mm

A
B
C
D
Y

50

mm L, probe length
inch L, probe length
1000 mm L, probe length
2000 mm L, probe length
Special version

Housing and cable entry

A
B
C
Y

60

Plastic housing IP66, M20x1.5

Plastic housing IP66, NPT 1/2"
Plastic housing IP66, G 1/2"
Special version

Electronic insert
0
1
2
4
8
9

70

Without electronic insert

FEW 52/54 retrofit
FEW 52 output PNP 10.8 ... 45 V DC
FEW 54 relay output 20... 253 V AC, 20...55 V DC
* FEW 58 output NAMUR
Special version

Additional equipment
A
Y

FTW 31

Without additional equipment

Sonderausfhrung
complete product designation

* Available from autumn 2003

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Liquipoint FTW 32

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Certificates
A
B
C
D
Y

20

Version for non-hazardous areas

Version for non-hazardous areas, WHG, Leakage detection
ATEX II 3 G EEx nA/C(L) IIC T6, WHG
ATEX II 2 G EEx ia IIC T6
Special version

Process connection and material

1
2
9

30

Threaded connection G 1 1/2", PPS

Threaded connection NPT 1 1/2", PPS
Special version

Quantity and material of ropes

D2
D3
D5
Y9

40

2 ropes, 316Ti
3 ropes, 316Ti
5 ropes, 316Ti
Special version

Length of probe L, 250 ... 15000 mm

A
B
Y

50

mm L, probe length
inch L, probe length
Special version

Housing and cable entry

A
B
C
Y

60

Plastic housing IP66, M20x1.5

Plastic housing IP66, NPT 1/2"
Plastic housing IP66, G 1/2"
Special version

Electronic insert
0
1
2
4
8
9

70

Without electronic insert

FEW 52/54 retrofit
FEW 52 output PNP 10.8 ... 45 V DC
FEW 54 relay output 20... 253 V AC, 20...55 V DC
* FEW 58 output NAMUR
Special version

Additional equipment
A
Y

FTW 32

Without additional equipment

Special version
complete product designation

* Available from autumn 2003

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Accessories
Liquipoint T

Lock nut G 1 1/2"

Hexagon, AF 60
TN 52014146
Elektronic insert FEW 52
Output PNP 10.8 ... 45 V DC
PN 52017271
Elektronic insert FEW 54
Output Relais 20 ... 253 V AC, 20 ... 55 V DC
PN 52017272
Elektronic insert FEW 58
Output NAMUR (IEC 60947-5-6)
PN 52017273

Supplementary Documentation
Operating Instructions

Liquipoint T
FTW 31, FTW 32 (separate-instrument version)
KA 203F/00

Liquipoint T
FTW 31, FTW 32 (compact-instrument version)
KA 204F/00
Certificates

WHG

Liquipoint T
ZE 043F/00
ATEX II 3G EEx nA/C(L) IIC T6

Liquipoint T
XA 226F/00
ATEX II 2G EEx ia IIC T6

Liquipoint T
XA 230F/00

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Endress+Hauser GmbH+Co.
Instruments International
P.O. Box 2222
D-79574 Weil am Rhein
Germany
Tel. (07621) 975-02
Tx 773926
Fax (07621) 975 345
e-mail: info@ii.endress.com

Internet:
http://www.endress.com

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