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Level Sensors and Leak Detectors
News Release from: Elesa (UK) | Subject: HCX/P and HCX/E
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 20 November 2002
Column indicators are on the level
Elesa-Clayton has extended its selection of hydraulic accessories with a range of column level indicators.
Elesa-Clayton has extended its selection of hydraulic accessories with a range of column level indicators Of particular interest are the HCX/P impact protected and the HCX/E remote warning variants
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 18 Feb 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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Protected Column Level Indicator
New from Elesa-Clayton are the column level indicators HCX/P - protected, and HCX/T+P - protected with built-in thermometer.
This range of accessories covers plugs, dipsticks, filler/breathers, bushings, filler flanges, level, indicators, temperature indicators and of course the column level indicator units.
The HCX/P column level variants are housed in a zinc alloy protective shroud with viewing window for use in areas where mechanical damage is more likely.
All shocks are absorbed by the protective metal casing that transmits them directly onto the wall of the machine, since the indicator is suspended between rubber O-rings.
During breaking strength tests performed in the laboratory, the indicator plus the protection withstood shocks up to 35J.
Standard features of the column indicator include a robust transparent body, which is in itself resistant to shocks, solvents, oils and most hydrocarbon derivatives.
This is complemented with a white lacquered aluminium back-screen, which provides a good measure of contrast for easy reading of most liquid menisci.
Ease of use is enhanced by the lens effect of the moulding optics, which ensures maximum fluid level visibility even from side positions.
Maximum working temperature is 90C.
In addition to visual readout of oil level, the HCX/E features AC/DC electronic signal generation when the oil level drops to a minimum.
This is achieved by a black polyamide expanded technopolymer float with a built-in magnetic element, which activates the (normally open) contacts (normally closed also available) when the level crosses its alarm threshold.
The body of the HCX/E is similar to other Elesa-Clayton vertical column level indicators, being of easy to read design, resistant to most oils and hydrocarbon derivatives (except alcohol).
The assembly is completed with a sensor bracket containing a built-in reed relay wired to a swivelling 2-pin connector.
This permits front or side output (left or right) with minimum IP65 protection. Request a free brochure from Elesa (UK) ...
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