Marine Tank Level Switch
General:
A marine tank level switch is a device used to monitor and control the liquid level in tanks or containers on marine vessels. It plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficient operation of various systems onboard, such as fuel storage, ballast tanks, bilge water, and freshwater tanks.
The primary function of a marine tank level switch is to provide accurate information about the fluid level within a tank. This information can be used for various purposes, including:
1. Monitoring: The switch continuously monitors the liquid level and provides real-time feedback to the ship's control systems or the crew. This helps in maintaining optimal fluid levels and avoiding overfilling or emptying of tanks, which can lead to safety hazards or operational issues.
2. Control: The switch can be connected to control systems to automate the filling or emptying process of tanks. For example, in fuel tanks, the switch can signal the fuel transfer system to start or stop pumping based on the level detected, ensuring a proper fuel supply for the ship's engines.
3. Alarms and Safety: Marine tank level switches are often equipped with alarm capabilities. They can trigger audible or visual alarms to alert the crew or the monitoring system when the fluid level exceeds or falls below predefined thresholds. This helps in preventing tank overflow, leakage, or potential damage to the vessel.
4. System Integration: Tank level switches can be integrated with other ship systems, such as automation systems or monitoring software, allowing for centralized control and remote monitoring of tank levels from the ship's control room.
Technical Parameter:
Model |
Model type |
Working pressure |
Working temperature |
Float diameter |
Material |
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Float |
Flange |
Shield housing |
UQK-01-C |
Side-mounting basic type |
1MPa |
150℃ |
Φ56 |
SUS304 |
SUS304 |
ZL102 |
UQK-01L-C |
Side-mounting extension type |
1MPa |
150℃ |
Φ56 |
SUS304 |
SUS304 |
ZL102 |
UQK-01Y-C |
Side-mounting different type |
1MPa |
150℃ |
Φ56 |
SUS304 |
SUS304 |
ZL102 |
UQK-02-C |
Side-mounting large type |
1MPa |
150℃ |
Φ56 |
SUS304 |
SUS304 |
ZL102 |
UQK-03-C |
Top mounting |
1MPa |
150℃ |
Φ56 |
SUS304 |
SUS304 |
ZL102 |
UQK-03W-C |
Top mounting bend pole type |
1MPa |
150℃ |
Φ56 |
SUS304 |
SUS304 |
ZL102 |
UQK-□-C-□-F |
Anti-corrosive type |
1MPa |
150℃ |
Φ56 |
SUS304 |
SUS304 |
ZL102 |
UQK-□-C-F |
Exponsion-proof type |
Explosion-poof type: Exd II CT3-T6 Intrnsically sate type: with safety barier Exia II CT3-T6 |
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