Water Flow Switch – Reliable Monitoring and Control

Brands: WIKA, Honeywell

Honeywell Water Flow Switch WFS600

The Honeywell WFS600 is designed to effectively monitor and control water flow in various applications such as HVAC systems, water treatment, and industrial processes.

Specifications:

• Operating Pressure:
  Max: 10 kgf/cm² (1000 KPa)

• Withstand Pressure:
  Max: 17.5 kgf/cm² (1750 KPa)

• Insulation Resistance:
  Over 100 ohms at DC 500V

• Withstand Voltage:
  AC1500V for 1 minute

• Contact Point Life:
  1,000,000 cycles

• Bellows Life:
  500,000 cycles

• Max Fluid Temperature:
  100°C (212°F)

Key Features Explained:

• Operating Pressure: The pressure at which the flow switch operates without failure.
• Withstand Pressure: Maximum pressure the device can safely endure.
• Insulation Resistance: High resistance ensures better electrical insulation.
• Withstand Voltage: Ensures device safety when exposed to high voltage.
• Durability: Long contact point and bellows life, ensuring reliability in extended operations.
• Fluid Temperature: Handles water up to 100°C, ideal for heated water systems.

WIKA Water Flow Switch – FSM-6100

The WIKA FSM-6100 flow switch is designed for industrial heating, cooling, and water treatment applications where precise flow control is critical. This switch is well-suited for monitoring interrupted or low-flow conditions in pipelines.

Applications:

• Heating, Cooling, and Water Treatment Plants: Ensures fluid flow in various industrial systems, preventing costly malfunctions.
• Pumps and Dosing Systems: Ensures correct flow rates in pump systems and dosing equipment.
• Operational Controls: Prevents system failures caused by a lack of water flow, such as in cooling systems where ice formation could occur.

Special Features:

• Switch Point Repeatability: ±0.5% for reliable and accurate switching.
• Durable Construction: Rigid stainless-steel paddles and high-quality bellows, ensuring a service life of over 500,000 cycles.
• Microswitch and Bellows: UL-listed microswitches with durable protective bellows, built to withstand demanding industrial conditions.
• Flow Range: Accommodates a variety of flow rates, suitable for pipe sizes from 25 mm to 150 mm (1 to 6 inches).
• Ingress Protection: IP30 rating protects against dust and foreign bodies, enhancing the durability and longevity of the switch.

Operational Control:

• Flow Signal Monitoring: The flow switch sends signals to prevent system issues like ice formation in cooling systems or damage from low flow in heating applications.

Product Description:

• Model: FSM-6100
• Type: Electromechanical Flow Switch
• Material: Stainless Steel Paddle, Plastic Enclosure (Cost-effective and protective design)

Benefits:

• Versatile Use: Ideal for various non-corrosive liquid applications such as heating, cooling, and water treatment systems.
• High Durability: Rated for long service life and reliable performance in both low and high-pressure environments.
• Cost-Effective: While providing high performance, the FSM-6100 is encased in a plastic housing, ensuring affordability without compromising functionality.

Upgrade your system with Honeywell WFS600 or WIKA FSM-6100 water flow switches for optimal control, safety, and operational efficiency in fluid systems. Contact us today for more information or to place an order!