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| Measuring Principle | Vibration Density |
| Product Headline | Vibronic point level switch with optional extension tube for liquid applications in hazardous areas . Reliable density measurement values not affected by: changing media properties, gas bubbles, foam, build-up, flow or turbulences. |
| Characteristic / Application | Compact vibronic device with an optional pipe extension up to 6 m (19.7 ft), Modular housing concept, Wide range of certificates |
| Ambient temperature | -60 °C...+70 °C (-51 °F...+158 °F) |
| Process temperature | -50 °C...+150 °C (-58 °F...+302 °F) |
| Process pressure | Vacuum...100 bar Vacuum...1450 psi |
| Wetted parts | 316L Alloy |
| Sensor length | Up to 6 m (19.7 ft) |
| Certificates / Approvals | ATEX, IEC Ex, CSA, NEPSI, KC, JPN Ex, INMETRO |
| Specialities | Heartbeat Technology, Bluetooth® Operation and maintenance SmartBlue App, LED Module, RFID TAG for easy identification, Second line of defense, Ambient temperature down to -50°C (-60°C optional), Temperature spacer for high process temperature, Plug and play functionalities |
| Components | Density Computer FML621 |
| Measuring range | Density range: 0.3 to 2 g/cm³ |
| Other approvals and certificates | Overfill protection WHG SIL2/ SIL 3 according to IEC 61508 |
Point Level / Liquids
| Measuring Principle | Vibration Liquids |
| Characteristic / Application | Compact vibronic device with an optional pipe extension up to 6 m (19.7 ft); Modular housing concept; Wide range of certificates |
| Specialities | Heartbeat Technology, Bluetooth® Operation and maintenance SmartBlue App, LED Module, RFID TAG for easy identification, Second line of defense, Ambient temperature down to -50°C (-60°C optional), Temperature spacer for high process temperature, Plug and play functionalities |
| Supply / Communication | 19...253V AC / 2-wire, 10...55V / DC-PNP 3-wire, 9...20V DC with relay DPDT, 19...253V AC or 19...55V DC with relay DPDT, 2-wire NAMUR, 2-wire PFM, 4-20mA HART |
| Ambient temperature | -60 °C...+70 °C (-51 °F...+158 °F) |
| Process temperature | -50 °C...+150 °C (-58 °F...+302 °F) |
| Process pressure / max. overpressure limit | Vacuum...100 bar Vacuum...1450 psi |
| Min. density of medium | 0.5 g/cm³ (0.4 g/cm³ optional) |
| Main wetted parts | 316L Alloy |
| Process connection | Threads: G3/4A, G1A, R3/4", R1, NPT3/4, NPT1 Flanges: DN25...DN100 ASME 1"...4" JIS 25A...100A |
| Process connection hygienic | Tri-Clamp ISO2852 |
| Sensor length | Up to 6 m (19.7 ft) |
| Communication | 2-wire direct load HART DC-PNP 3-wire Relays NAMUR PFM Bluetooth® wireless technology |
| Certificates / Approvals | ATEX, IEC Ex, CSA, NEPSI, KC, JPN Ex, INMETRO, UK Ex |
| Safety approvals | Overfill protection WHG SIL2/ SIL 3 according to IEC 61508 |
| Design approvals | EN 10204-3.1 NACE MR0175, MR0103 ASME B31.3 Process Piping AD2000 CRN AD 2000 |
| Marine approval | ABS/ LR/ BV/ DNV |
| Options | Heavy duty stainless steel housing |
| Components | FTL325P Interface PFM FTL325N Interface NAMUR |
The new-generation Liquiphant FTL51 is a limit switch dedicated to industrial process applications, designed in accordance with IEC 61508 and easily meeting SIL2 and SIL3 application requirements. An intuitive setup wizard helps users regularly perform SIL or WHG self-tests and automatically generates verification documentation.
Liquiphant measures reliably and is unaffected by changes in medium properties, turbulence, bubbles, foam or buildup.
Advantages
Diagnostics: permanent diagnostic functions increase plant safety. Connect the device via the SmartBlue App for easy online diagnostics
Verification: verify the device without interrupting the process. Query device status via the smart device.
Monitoring: online monitoring of the fork vibration frequency and real-time acquisition of sensor parameters for predictive maintenance and process optimization
Heartbeat Technology identifies signs of corrosion directly and at an early stage
Quick and easy periodic self-test at the push of a button using the setup wizard
No calibration required. Plug-and-play
Designed in accordance with IEC 61508, fully meeting the requirements of SIL2 and SIL3 applications
Application
Limit switch with extension tube, suitable for limit detection of all kinds of liquids.
Process connections: threaded, flanged and hygienic connections (Tri-Clamp)
Temperature range: -50...+150°C (-58...+302°F)
Pressure range: -1...+100 bar (-14.5...+1450 psi)
Sensor material: 316L, alloy
International explosion protection, WHG overfill protection, SIL and marine approvals
Spare Parts & Accessories 105
105 spare parts · click to collapse
| Order code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| XPF0040- | Liquiphant 2-wire platform housingUsage: FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64. | Enquire |
| 71487198 | Blind plug, M20, 316L, O-ring EPDMConsists of: blind plug, O-ring PTFE coated 17.0x2.0. Usage: FHX50B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, NMT81, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD50, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP50, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71487199 | Plug: M20, aluminum, EPDM sealing ringConsists of: blind plug, O-ring PTFE coated 17.0x2.0. Usage: FHX50B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, NMT81, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD50, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP50, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71487203 | Blind plug, NPT1/2, 316LConsists of: blind plug, PTFE coated. Usage: FHX50B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, NMT81, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD50, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP50, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71487201 | Blind plug, NPT1/2, aluminumConsists of: blind plug, PTFE coated. Usage: FHX50B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, NMT81, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD50, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP50, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71435135 | Cable gland M20, plastic, suitable for models: FTL41, FTL51B, PMC51B, PConsists of: Cable gland, O-ring 17.0 x 2.0 PTFE coated. Usage: FHX50B, FMB70, FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD50, PMD55B, PMD63B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP50, PMP51B, PMP63B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71701449 | Cable gland, blue, M20, plasticConsists of: Cable gland blue M20x1.5, PA, O-ring 17.0 x 2.0 PTFE coated. Usage: FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL64, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71435136 | Cable gland M20, nickel-plated brass, suitable for: FMG50, FTL41, FTL51B, PConsists of: Cable gland, O-ring 17.0 x 2.0 PTFE coated. Usage: FHX50B, FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71435137 | Cable gland M20, 316L, suitable for models: FMG50, FTL51B, PMC51BConsists of: Cable gland, O-ring 17.0 x 2.0 PTFE coated. Usage: FHX50B, FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71440660 | M20x1.5-G1/2 adapter, aluminumConsists of: Adapter set, O-ring, 17.0 x 2.0 PTFE coated. Usage: FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD50, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP50, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71440667 | M20x1.5-G1/2 adapter, 316LConsists of: Adapter, O-Ring 17.0 x 2.0 PTFE coated. Usage: FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL64, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD50, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP50, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71462833 | M20x1.5-G1/2 adapter, plasticUsage: FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64. | Details |
| 71462835 | M20x1.5 to 1/2" NPT adapter, plasticUsage: FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64. | Details |
| 71435138 | Plug connector M20, nickel-plated brass, suitable for: screw-in thread, FMG50Usage: M12 screw-in thread, FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL64, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71435139 | M12 plug, 316L, APL, housing sideUsage: M12 screw-in thread. Usage: FMG50, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, FTM50, FTM51, FTM52, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMD55B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMP51B, PMP71B. | Details |
| 71474251 | Enclosure grounding terminal L+PConsists of: spring washer, screw, earth handle, clamp. Usage Liquiphant: Only for digital communication. Usage: FHX50B, FMG50, PMD50, PMD55B, PMD63B, PMD75B, PMD78B, PMC51B, PMC71B, PMP50, PMP51B, PMP63B, PMP71B, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64. | Details |
| 71589844 | Ground terminal LiquiphantConsists of: spring washer, screw, Earth handle, clamp. Usage: Only for switch electronics. Usage: FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64. | Details |
| 71589861 | Ground terminal plastic housing L+PConsists of: spring, washer, clamp. Usage Liquiphant: For digital communication only Usage: FHX50B, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64, FMR60B, FMR62B, FMR63B, FMR66B, FMR67B. | Details |
| 71647970 | Ground terminal, plastic housing, Liquiphant ESConsists of: spring washer, screw, grounding bracket. Usage: Only for switch electronics. Usage: FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64. | Details |
| 71647972 | Ground terminal, hygienic housing, Liquiph. ESConsists of: spring washer, screw, clamp strap. Usage: Only for switch electronics. Usage: FTL41, FTL51B, FTL62, FTL63, FTL64. | Details |
Configurator / Comparison
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Product Videos
Case Studies
Municipal Wastewater Treatment · tuning fork — Application Case
Site Conditions
This is a Municipal Wastewater Treatment customer whose plant is at the inlet, biological and outlet stages of a municipal plant. The main task was vibrating-fork point level detection and high/low alarms.
The Problem
The difficulty lies in high solids and corrosive fractions, with large diurnal flow swings; at the same time effluent parameters drift and probes foul with sludge and biofilm. Specification therefore means choosing fork length and surface finish by density and stickiness.
What We Did
We took a level range approach — level solution matched to the actual tank and silo geometry. Delivery was built around choosing fork length and surface finish by density and stickiness, with point-by-point checks on: stable compliance with Grade 1A discharge limits and online data reporting.
Operating Outcome
In service the system performs as intended — no calibration needed, with dependable switching, with routine maintenance falling noticeably.
Food & Beverage · tuning fork — Application Case
Application Context
dosing, pasteurising, filling and CIP stages is a typical Food & Beverage duty. The project started from tuning fork, focusing on vibrating-fork point level detection and high/low alarms.
Process Constraints
frequent cleaning demands instruments that withstand hot CIP/SIP caustic cycles, and syrups, dairy and beverages that scale easily, under strict hygienic requirements only amplify it. The tuning fork specification must therefore cover choosing fork length and surface finish by density and stickiness.
Delivery Approach
Delivery was handled as the level range — level solution matched to the actual tank and silo geometry. Execution centred on choosing fork length and surface finish by density and stickiness, together with food-safety and hygienic design per 3-A / EHEDG.
Field Results
Operation shows the benefit clearly — no calibration needed, with dependable switching, with confidence in this measuring point improving markedly.
Chemical & Pharmaceutical · tuning fork — Application Case
Customer Profile
The typical setting in Chemical & Pharmaceutical is reactors, metering vessels and finished-product tanks. The measuring point is tuning fork; the focus is vibrating-fork point level detection and high/low alarms.
Key Difficulties
Conditions are highly corrosive media with solvents and crystallisation, partly in explosive atmospheres and, on top of that, corrosion plus Ex protection shortens instrument life and makes downtime costly, which a standard configuration cannot handle for long. The design therefore starts with choosing fork length and surface finish by density and stickiness.
Implementation
The scope ran through the level range: level solution matched to the actual tank and silo geometry. Technically it hinges on choosing fork length and surface finish by density and stickiness, and on these requirements: Ex certification and GMP traceability of records.
Customer Benefit
In practice this means no calibration needed, with dependable switching, which cut the workload on the site maintenance team.
Power & Energy · tuning fork — Application Case
Project Background
The project covers boiler feedwater, turbine condensate and FGD/DeNOx systems. The work centres on tuning fork and the core task is vibrating-fork point level detection and high/low alarms.
Operating Challenges
The medium and duty are characterised by high temperature and pressure with both steam and saline water, and drift under high temperature and pressure, with very costly unplanned outages. So tuning fork cannot be specified generically — it calls for choosing fork length and surface finish by density and stickiness.
Solution
The Ainstru engineering team worked through the level range: level solution matched to the actual tank and silo geometry. The configuration involves choosing fork length and surface finish by density and stickiness, with these requirements in view: compliance with power-industry codes and unit availability targets.
Results
Since start-up the system has run steadily; the practical result is no calibration needed, with dependable switching.
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