Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi ILMS0CEX Magnetic Level Switch?
The Carlo Gavazzi ILMS0CEX is an intrinsically safe stainless steel magnetic liquid level switch designed for reliable level monitoring in tanks and vessels located in hazardous industrial environments. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi ILM series, this ATEX-certified sensor combines a robust AISI 316 stainless steel construction with a cylindrical magnetic float and change-over reed contact output.
Designed for Zone 0 hazardous areas, the ILMS0CEX is suitable for applications requiring Category 1G equipment and intrinsic safety. The sensor operates through a magnetic float that actuates an internal reed contact as the liquid level changes, providing dependable switching without complex electronic sensing components at the measurement point.
The ILMS0CEX features a 45 × 55 mm cylindrical float, change-over (CO) output and a factory-fitted 2 m PVC cable. With maximum contact switching ratings of 30 V AC/DC, a maximum switching current of 120 mA and an operating temperature range of -20 to +60 °C, it provides a durable solution for hazardous-area liquid level detection.
Key Advantages
- Intrinsically safe magnetic liquid level switch for Zone 0 hazardous areas.
- Robust AISI 316 stainless steel construction for industrial environments.
- Change-over (CO) contact provides flexible switching functionality.
- Cylindrical 45 × 55 mm magnetic float for dependable liquid level detection.
- ATEX-certified Category 1G design for hazardous-area applications.
- Factory-fitted 2 m PVC cable simplifies installation and connection.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi ILM series intrinsically safe level sensor.
- Change-over magnetic reed contact output.
- Designed for Zone 0 / Category 1G hazardous locations.
- AISI 316 stainless steel sensor and float construction.
- 45 × 55 mm cylindrical float.
- Maximum switching voltage of 30 V AC/DC.
- Maximum switching current of 120 mA.
- Operating temperature range of -20 to +60 °C.
- Supplied with a 2 m PVC connection cable.
- CE and ATEX approvals for industrial hazardous-area applications.
Reliable Level Detection in Hazardous Industrial Environments
Magnetic level switches detect changes in liquid level using a float containing a permanent magnet. As the float moves with the liquid surface, the magnetic field operates a sealed reed contact within the sensor assembly. This simple sensing principle provides repeatable switching while keeping the electrical switching mechanism isolated from the process liquid.
The ILMS0CEX is specifically designed for intrinsically safe applications where explosive gas atmospheres may be continuously or frequently present. Its Zone 0 suitability, AISI 316 stainless steel construction and change-over contact make it particularly useful for process vessels, storage tanks and industrial fluid systems requiring reliable hazardous-area level monitoring.
Typical Applications
- Zone 0 hazardous-area liquid level monitoring.
- Chemical and process industry tanks.
- Industrial storage vessels and reservoirs.
- Petrochemical processing equipment.
- Minimum and maximum liquid level detection.
- Process automation and fluid handling systems.
