The VN 5050 vibrating fork level switch is a dependable solution for accurate point level detection in dry and free-flowing solids. Designed for industrial storage and process vessels, this sensor ensures consistent performance even in challenging environments such as dusty conditions, high temperatures, and mechanical stress zones. Its adaptable design allows installation flexibility, making it suitable for a wide range of bulk material applications.
Key Features
- Flexible probe configuration up to extended lengths
- Reliable detection of powders, granules, and bulk solids
- Strong resistance to lateral forces with cable extension design
- Flameproof housing option for hazardous environments
- Enhanced wiring space for simplified installation
- Adjustable sensitivity and switching delay
- Multiple signal output options for system compatibility
Application
The VN 5050 is widely used in industries handling bulk solids such as cement, chemicals, food processing, and mining. It is ideal for silos, hoppers, and storage tanks where precise level monitoring is critical. This sensor helps prevent overfilling, ensures process continuity, and reduces downtime caused by material blockages or empty runs.
Design & Functionality
The vibrating fork operates on a vibration principle where the fork oscillates at a specific frequency. When covered by material, the vibration changes, triggering a reliable switching signal. The cable extension design allows installation in deeper vessels while maintaining mechanical stability. Its robust construction ensures durability in harsh industrial environments.
Total Crossed Beams
The sensor’s fork design ensures consistent vibration detection across the sensing area, providing stable switching performance regardless of material density variations above the minimum threshold.
Beam Pitch Options
Optimized fork spacing allows accurate detection of fine powders as well as coarse bulk materials, ensuring versatility across multiple industrial applications.
Intrinsic Synchronism
The VN 5050 maintains stable vibration frequency, minimizing false signals and ensuring accurate detection even under fluctuating process conditions.
Operational Advantages
- Minimizes false alarms in dusty or turbulent environments
- Improves safety with flameproof and hazardous area approvals
- Reduces maintenance due to robust mechanical design
- Enhances process automation with reliable switching signals
- Suitable for high-temperature and high-pressure conditions
