The SafePoint® rotary
paddle level switch with a self-validating design detects
and indicates material presence or absence plus it
continuously monitors its own ability to function.
This functional analysis includes verification of overall
electro-mechanical sensor health and reaction to system
input power failure, which makes the SafePoint a truly “fail-safe” level
sensor. The unit provides a relay output signal
condition if a sensor failure occurs or upon loss of
input power. The SafePoint incorporates patented
use of Hall-effect technology, dual outputs to indicate
both material presence and unit health, and microcontroller
technology to continuously protect bulk solids processing
and storage from the consequences of unknown sensor
failure.
The hazardous location model
of the SafePoint is a practical solution for indoor
grain hoppers and bins or other confined storage
areas that may contain high levels of potentially
explosive dust.
Other features of the SafePoint bin level switch include
its rugged construction, twist On/Off cover for bolt
free removal, motor shut-off when paddle becomes impeded
to maximize motor life, and local status indicating
light (except hazardous location model).
For more information, please visit
www.monitortech.com or call 1-800-601-5953 (US/CAN)
or 1-630-365-9403.
Monitor Technologies LLC, located
in Elburn, Illinois, is a leading manufacturer of level
measurement instrumentation, solids flow indicators,
particle emission monitors and aeration devices for
the worldwide powder and bulk solids markets. The experience
and market knowledge gained over 50 years of business
has earned Monitor a reputation for providing high
quality, reliable and practical product solutions backed
with trusted customer service. For more information
please visit www.monitortech.com.
The
SafePoint rotary paddle level switch with a self-validating design
detects material presence plus continuously monitors its own ability
to function. The analysis includes sensor health and system power
failure, which makes the SafePoint truly “fail-safe”.
The SafePoint incorporates patented use of Hall-Effect technology,
dual outputs to indicate both material presence and unit health,
and microcontroller technology to continuously protect bulk solids
processing and storage from the consequences of unknown sensor
failure by providing immediate indication of a sensor failure
and confirmation of proper operation.
Other practical features of the SafePoint include rugged construction,
motor shut-off when paddle becomes impeded to maximize motor life, twist On/Off
cover for bolt free removal, and local status indicating light (except hazardous
location models)
A practical application for the SafePoint would be to use this "true"
fail-safe product if undetected sensor failure could result in a
catastrophic process problem.
