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Explosion-proof pressure switch for Ex-VCM and Ex-VNM FEMA liquids and gases

Explosion-proof Ex-VCM and Ex-VNM FEMA pressure controls are designed for use with liquids and gases. These devices are characterized by the highest quality of workmanship, which translates into many years of ...

Explosion-proof Ex-VCM and Ex-VNM FEMA pressure controls are designed for use with liquids and gases. These devices are characterized by the highest quality of workmanship, which translates into many years of reliable operation. The series consists of a dozen or so models of devices that differ in selected parameters.


Product selection table
Model Pressure range Description
EX-VCM095 from -0,9 to +0,5 bar Explosion-proof pressure switch, hysteresis 50 mbar, maximum pressure 3 bar
EX-VCM101 from -1 to +0,1 bar Explosion-proof pressure switch, hysteresis 50 mbar, maximum pressure 3 bar
EX-VCM101-S from -1 to +0,1 bar Explosion-proof pressure switch, SIL 2
EX-VCM301 from -250 to +100 mbar Explosion-proof pressure switch, hysteresis 25 mbar, maximum pressure 1,5 bar
EX-VCM301-S from -250 to +100 mbar Explosion-proof pressure switch, SIL 2
EX-VCM4156 from -15 to +6 mbar Explosion-proof pressure switch, hysteresis 2 mbar, maximum pressure 1 bar
EX-VCM4156-S from -15 to +6 mbar Explosion-proof SIL 2 pressure switch
EX-VNM111 from -1 to +0,1 bar Explosion-proof pressure switch, hysteresis 50 mbar, maximum pressure 6 bar
EX-VNM111-S from -1 to +0,1 bar Explosion-proof pressure switch, SIL 2
EX-VNM301 from -250 to +100 mbar Explosion-proof pressure switch, hysteresis 45 mbar, maximum pressure 3 bar
EX-VNS111 from -1 to +0,1 bar Explosion-proof pressure switch, hysteresis 50 mbar, maximum pressure 6 bar
EX-VNS111-S from -1 to +0,1 bar Explosion-proof pressure switch, SIL 2
EX-VNS301 from -250 to +100 mbar Explosion-proof pressure switch, hysteresis 45 mbar, maximum pressure 3 bar
EX-VNS301-S from -250 to +100 mbar Explosion-proof pressure switch, SIL 2
Explosion-proof pressure switch for Ex-VCM and Ex-VNM FEMA liquids and gases

Ex-VCM and Ex-VNM FEMA vacuum pressure switches detect the pressure difference to the atmospheric pressure. All data relating to the switching pressure ranges, and thus also to the scale divisions on the switching devices, is to be understood as the pressure difference between the atmospheric pressure present and the set switching pressure. The "zero" reference point on the scale of the device corresponds to the corresponding atmospheric pressure.
All models of pressure switches Ex-VCM and Ex-VNM FEMA are equipped with an internal thread G¼ and an external thread G½.
The maximum temperature of the medium at the pressure sensor must not exceed the permissible ambient temperature at the switching device. Higher medium temperatures are possible, provided that the above limits are met by additional measures. Protection class: Ex II 2G Ex de IIC T6 Gb, and Ex II 1 / 2D Ex ta / tb IIIC T80oC Da / Db.

Parameter Value
Connection internal thread G¼, external thread G½
Electrical connection M16x1,5
Housing protection class IP65
Case material Robust housing made of GD Al Si 12 seawater resistant die-cast aluminum
Temperature of the medium -15 ... 60 ° C
Medium temperature limitation the device can be used at higher temperatures, provided that it will be additionally secured (e.g. a water trap)
Ambient temperature -15 ... 60 ° C
Limitation of the ambient temperature at temperatures lower than 0 ° C, care must be taken to prevent water condensation in the sensor and switching device
Certificates • SIL2 according to IEC 61508-2
• IBExU12ATEX1040 according to ATEX 94/9/EC
• IECEx IBE 14.0077