Norstat, Inc. now offers a miniature Vacuum Switch with potentiometer that is designed to fit in even the tightest installation spaces.
The VS 11 from MP Sensor is a miniature vacuum switch which has been specifically designed to be used in applications where installation space is at a minimum. This extremely light, 8 g switch is 360° rotatable and utilizes LEDs for operational status. Along with these other functions of the VS 11, the switching points can be adjusted on site using a potentiometer. The fluid connection is available with M5 thread or pipe connection while the electrical connection can use a M8 connector or a permanently connected cable with a free power end.
The VS 11 utilizes a plastic PC housing with a brass-nickel connection and can be utilized with multiple mediums including filtered, dry or oiled air and other non-corrosive gasses. Operating voltage is 9 … 30 VDC with short circuit and reverse polarity protection. Output function is NO ; NC and output signal is 1x PNP ( NPN on request ). The VS11 has a measuring range from -14.5 … 0 Psi and -14.5 … 14.5 Psi, can operate in temperatures from -10° to +60° C and carries a protection rating of IP 40