Categories: Animation How It Works Level Measurement

Rotary Level Switch Working principle Animation

Animation Credits : KANSAI Automation

Working Principle:

During normal operation (no material present) a synchronous motor rotates the paddle at 1 RPM. When this paddle rotation is impeded by material, surrounding the paddle, motor will stall and cause the Micro-switch to change state. (indicating an alarm or control)

Application:

Suitable for powdery producing & processing industries such as plastic, chemical, medical, forage, cement and fertilizer powders.

Also Read: Basics of DP Level Transmitters

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