Is there a level switch suitable for use in fuel?

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This week we answer ‘What applications can SST’s liquid level switches be used for?’

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#SensorFAQs – Q8 | Is there a level switch suitable for use in fuel? pic.twitter.com/bJ0dfR4jQD

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Answers

#SensorFAQs – Q8 1/4 | Yes. Switch housings made of Trogamid™ are best for petrol/gasoline. ⛽️

Switch housings made of Polysulfone are best for diesel. https://t.co/TBX43yZHKt

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#SensorFAQs – Q8 2/4 | However, sometimes commercial fuels contain some extra unknown additives which may change how they affect our products. ❌

It is recommended that you always test the suitability of the material for your specific application. https://t.co/TBX43yZHKt

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#SensorFAQs – Q8 3/4 | Please refer to the Installation, Operation and Compatibility Guide below for information on materials and suitability of the switches

⬇️https://t.co/e38QvtQPGB https://t.co/TBX43yZHKt

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#SensorFAQs – Q8 4/4 | Suitable alternatives to the plastic housed switches would be either the Optomax Industrial Glass (“LLG”) or POS switch ranges.
Both of these have glass sensing tips and stainless-steel housings.

LLG – https://t.co/N3zkLwjNAY
POS – https://t.co/OqZa7TWbJ1 https://t.co/TBX43yZHKt

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