Level Products

Single Point Level Switch

General Industrial Multi-Purpose
Series BLS 1700, 1800, 1900 * Compact Size for Easy

Installation

* Ideal for Small Tanks &

Vessels

* Reversible Switch Logic

* Broad Media Compatibility

Series1900

Series1750

Barksdale’s single-point float-type level switches provide a variety of solutions for

Series1950
your specific level control problems. Series BLS-1700/1750 Level Switches are

ideal for use in shallow tanks, and have an overall stem length of only 1-1/2 inches.

Series BLS-1800/1750 Level Switches feature an intermediate size float for applica-

tions with more vertical clearance (2-11/16 stem length). BLS-1900 Series Level Switches

feature a large float displacement and are suitable for rugged service and use in high vis-

cosity liquids. Switch polarity on all models can be changed from normally-open to normally-

closed by simply rotating the float 180 degrees. For your level switching and control needs

requiring only a single float, Barksdale’s Single Point Series Level Switches are the ideal

solution.

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Single Point Level Switch

With Barksdale - You’re On the Level!
Barksdale offers a complete family of level
switches, from standardized single-point float-
type switches to fully customizable, multi-stage
switches. All of our level switches feature her-
metically sealed, magnetically actuated reed
switch technology, allowing them to perform in
the most demanding industrial applications.
Most models feature reversible floats, allowing
the switch configuration to be changed from
Normally Open to Normally Closed in seconds.

Our level switches are available in a variety of

materials, assuring compatibility with a broad
range of media. Brass or stainless steel stems
and Buna-N floats are suitable for use in most
hydraulic fluids. Engineered plastic stems and
floats are compatible with many harsh or caustic
chemicals that attack stainless steel and brass.
Need Something Special?
Barksdale specializes in custom designed
Some models feature combined temperature and
solutions to meet your needs. Our design
level control in a single, economical unit. We can
engineers and technical specialists are experts in
customize temperature and level switchpoints to
solving complex level measurement problems.
your exact needs. Our combination
Our reputation has been built by creating custom
temperature/level switches are ideal for use in
products for customers committed to getting
hydraulic power units and coolant reservoirs.
exactly what they need. Barksdale has helped
Typical Applications for Level Switches find answers to some very unique situations: We
Barksdale's level switches are ideal for use in: have designed plastic float-type switches out of
• Sump Tanks FDA and NSF approved material for sanitary
• Hydraulic Power Units applications, built level switches with sanitary fit-
• Storage Tanks tings, and multi-float switches up to eleven feet
• Solvent Recovery Systems long for use in deep vessels.
• Lube Oil Console Systems
Need More Information?
• Marine Applications
Call us. We are only a phone call away.
• Food & Beverage Applications
Toll Free: 1-800-835-1060

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Single Point Level Switch

General Description
Electrical Characteristics All models incorporate hermetically-
sealed, magnetically actuated reed
switches. Standard models are offered
with a choice of 10 VA or 20 VA contact
ratings and are suitable for use at 120
VAC or 24 VDC (higher contact ratings
may be available on request).
Physical
Wetted Parts
Stem 316 Stainless Steel or Brass
Float 316 Stainless Steel or Buna-N
Retaining Ring 15-7 PH Stainless Steel (on stainless
steel stems); Beryllium Copper (on BLS-1700 BLS-1750
brass stems) (Brass/Buna) (Stainless Steel)
Mounting
BLS-1700 / BLS-1750: 1/8" NPT Male
BLS-1800: 1/8" NPT Male
BLS-1900 / BLS-1950: 1/4" NPT Male
Switch Rating 10 VA or 20 VA (standard); Consult
factory for other ratings.
Switch Configuration Shipped as Normally Open. Can be
changed to Normally Closed by rotating
float 180°
Electrical Connection 24" free leads, #22 AWG, PVC-
Jacketed
Minimum Specific Gravity
Buna-N Floats 0.65
Stainless Steel Floats 0.75
BLS-1800 BLS-1950
Approvals (Stainless/Buna or Brass/Buna) (Stanless Steel)
UL UL Recognized component; File No.
E42816
CSA CSA Approved; File No. LR22355
Environmental
Operating Temperature -40° to +220°F (-40° to +105°C)
Operating Pressure
Buna N Floats 160 psig
Stainless Steel Floats 220 psig
Consult Factory for These Options
Alternate switch contact ratings
Extra wire length
Special dimensions
Plastic floats and stems
BLS-1900
(Stainless/Buna or Brass/Buna)

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 Level Products

Single Point Level Switch

General Industrial Multi-Purpose
Series BLS 1700, 1800, 1900

3211 Fruitland Avenue • Los Angeles, CA 90058 •  800-835-1060 • Fax: 323-589-3463 • www.barksdale.com
See Barksdale’s Standard Conditions of Sale • Specifications are subject to modification at any time • Bulletin #L0030-A • 12/04 • ©2004 • Printed in the U.S.A.
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