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Relay Accessory, Electrode Separator, Finder 72.01 & 72.11 Monitoring Relays, 72 Series
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- Manufacturer: FINDER
- Product type: Other Relay Accessories
- Accessory Type:Electrode Separator; For Use With:Finder 72.01 & 72.11 Monitoring Relays; Product Range:72 Series; SVHC:No SVHC (15-Jan-2019)
- SVHC: No SVHC (04-Feb-2026)
- For Use With: Finder 72.01 & 72.11 Monitoring Relays
- Product Range: 72 Series
- Accessory Type: Electrode Separator
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| Units per pack | 25 |
| Price | 1.53 € |
| Current stock | 10+ |
| Lead time | 30 days |
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FINDER assumes no liability for damage to persons or property, caused as a result of the incorrect use or application of its products. **72 SERIES** **E** ## **Level control relays for conductive liquids** **==> picture [26 x 7] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> 72.01<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> ## **72.11** ## **Type 72.01** - Adjustable sensitivity - Available also for supply 400 V - Available also with sensitivity range - (5…450)kΩ adjustable - Available also for contact loads down to 5 V, - 1 mA ## **Type 72.11** - Fixed sensitivity - Emptying or filling functions - LED indicator - Reinforced insulation (6 kV - 1.2/50 µs) between: - supply and contacts - Sensitivity range (5…150)kΩ adjustable - Delay time (0.5 s or 7 s) switch selectable - Emptying or filling functions switch selectable - Sensitivity fixed 150 kΩ - Delay time fixed: 1 s - Emptying or filling functions link selectable - electrodes and supply - contacts and electrodes - 35 mm rail (EN 60715) mount - Control about a single level or between Min./Max. limits 72.01/11 Screw terminal **==> picture [74 x 27] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> U = 24 V DC<br>24 V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(110…125)V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(230…240)V AC 50/60 Hz<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **==> picture [97 x 89] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> U = 24 V DC<br>24 V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(110…125)V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(230…240)V AC 50/60 Hz<br>F = Filling<br>)11 4: 21 22<br>E = Emptying<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> ## _For UL ratings see:_ - _“General technical information” page_ V **FL** = Filing - 7 s delay **FS** = Filling - 0.5 s delay **ES** = Emptying - 0.5 s delay **EL** = Emptying - 7 s delay For outline drawing see page 10 ||**Contact specification**<br>Contact configuration||||1 CO (SPDT)|||||1 CO (SPDT)|| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| ||Rated current/Maximum peak current||A||16/30|||||16/30|| ||Rated voltage/<br>Maximum switchingvoltage||V AC||250/400|||||250/400|| ||Rated load AC1||VA||4000|||||4000|| ||Rated load AC15 (230 V AC)||VA||750|||||750|| ||Single phase motor rating (230 V AC)||kW||0.55|||||0.55|| ||Breaking capacity DC1: 30/110/220 V||A||16/0.3/0.12|||||16/0.3/0.12|| ||Minimum switching load|mW (V/mA)|||500 (10/5)|||||500 (10/5)|| ||Standard contact material<br>**Supply specification**||||AgCdO|||||AgCdO|| ||Nominal voltage (UN)|V AC (50/60 Hz)||24|110…125<br>230…240|400|||24|110…125|230…240| ||||V DC|24|—<br>—|—|||24|—|—| ||Rated power AC/DC|VA (50 Hz)/W|||2.5/1.5|||||2.5/1.5|| ||Operating range|V AC (50/60 Hz)||19.2…26.4|90…130<br>184…253|360…460|||19.2…26.4|90…130|184…253| ||||V DC|20.4…26.4|—<br>—|—|||20.4…26.4|—|—| ||**Technical data**||||||||||| ||Electrical life at rated load AC1||cycles||100 · 103|||||100 · 103|| ||Electrode voltage||V AC||4|||||4|| ||Electrode current||mA||0.2|||||0.2|| ||Run-on time||s||0.5 - 7 (selectable)|||||1|| |IV-2018,www.findernet.com|Max sensitivity range<br>Insulation between<br>supply/contacts/electrode(1.2/50µs)<br>Ambient temperature<br>Protection category<br>**Approvals**(according to type)||kΩ<br>kV<br>°C||5…150 (adjustable)<br>6<br>–20…+60<br>IP 20|C€|FAL||@«|150 (fixed)<br>6<br>–20…+60<br>IP 20|| **3** **72 SERIES** **E** . ## **Special relay for alternating loads, for applications with pumps, compressors, air conditioning or refrigeration units** ## **72.42** ## **Type 72.42** - Priority change relay - 2 independent NO output, 12 A - 4 functions - 2 independent control signals, insulated from supply - 110…240 V and 24 V AC/DC supply versions - Modular housing, 35 mm wide - 35 mm rail (EN 60715) mount - Cd-free contact material - Multi-function (MI, ME, M2, M1) 72.42 Screw terminal |For outline drawing see page 10|For outline drawing see page 10|||| |---|---|---|---|---| |**Contact specification**<br>Contact configuration||||2 NO (2 DPST-NO)| |Rated current/Max. peak current|||A|12/20| |Rated voltage/<br>Max. switchingvoltage|||V AC|250/400| |Rated load AC1|||VA|3000| |Rated load AC15|||VA|1000| |Single phase motor rating (230 V AC)|||kW|0.55| |Breaking capacity DC1: 30/110/220 V|||A|12/0.3/0.12| |Minimum switching load||mW (V/mA)||300 (5/5)| |Standard contact material<br>**Supply specification**||||AgNi| |Nominal voltage (UN)|V AC (50/60 Hz) / DC|||24<br>110…240| |Rated power||in stand-by W||0.12<br>0.18| |with 2 active relays W/VA(50 Hz)||||1.1/1.7<br>1.5/3.9| |Operating range||V AC (50/60 Hz)||16.8…28.8<br>90…264| ||||V DC|16.8…32<br>90…264| |**Technical data**||||| |Electrical life at rated load AC1||cycles||100 · 103| |Output delay time (T on function diagrams)||Output delay time (T on function diagrams)|s|0.2…20| |Power-on activation time|||s|≤ 0.7| |Minimum impulse duration|||ms|50| |Insulation between supply||||| |and contacts(1.2/50µs)|||kV|6| |Dielectric strength||||| |between open contacts|||V AC|1000| |Ambient temperature|||°C|–20…+50| |Protection category||||IP 20| |**Approvals**(according to type)||||Cé€<br>fal| **4** **72 SERIES** **E** ## **Ordering information** Example: 72 series level control relay, adjustable sensitivity range, (230…240)V AC supply voltage. **7 2 . 0 1 . 8 . 2 4 0 . 0 0 0 0** ## **Series** ## **Type** - 0 = Level control relay, sensitivity range adjustable (5…150)kΩ - 1 = Level control relay, sensitivity fixed 150 kΩ - 4 = Priority change relay ## **No. of poles** - 1 = 1 CO (SPDT) 2 = 2 NO (DPST-NO) ## **Contact material** - 0 = Standard AgCdO for 72.01/72.11, AgNi for 72.42 5 = AgNi + Au** ## **Supply voltage** 024 = 24 V 125 = (110…125)V AC 230 = (110 … 240)V 240 = (230…240)V AC ## **Option** 0 = Max. 150 kΩ - 2 = Sensitivity range adjustable (5…450)kΩ types 72.01.8.024.0002* 72.01.8.240.0002* 72.01.8.240.5002** 400 = 400 V AC (72.01 only) ## **Supply version** 0 = DC/AC (50/60 Hz) 8 = AC (50/60 Hz) 9 = DC ## **All versions** 72.01.8.024.0000 72.01.8.024.0002* 72.01.8.125.0000 72.01.8.240.0000 72.01.8.240.0002* 72.01.8.240.5002** 72.01.8.400.0000 72.01.9.024.0000 72.11.8.024.0000 72.11.8.125.0000 72.11.8.240.0000 72.11.9.024.0000 72.42.0.230.0000 72.42.0.024.0000 - For liquids conductivity up to 2 µ Siemens or a Resistance of 450 kΩ - ** For applications with output contact loading down to 5 V, 1 mA **5** **72 SERIES** ## **Technical data** **==> picture [539 x 506] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> Insulation 72.01/72.11 72.42<br>Insulation Dielectric strength Impulse (1.2/50 µs)<br>between supply and contacts 4000 V AC 6 kV 6 kV<br>between supply and control (for 110…240 V version only) 2500 V AC — 4 kV<br>between electrodes, Z1-Z2 and supply* 4000 V AC 6 kV —<br>between contacts and electrodes 4000 V AC 6 kV —<br>between open contacts 1000 V AC 1.5 kV 1.5 kV<br>EMC specifications<br>Type of test Reference standard 72.01/72.11 72.42<br>Electrostatic discharge contact discharge EN 61000-4-2 4 kV 4 kV<br>air discharge EN 61000-4-2 8 kV 8 kV<br>Radio-frequency electromagnetic field (80…1000 MHz) EN 61000-4-3 10 V/m 10 V/m<br>(1…2.8 GHz) EN 61000-4-3 — 5 V/m<br>Fast transients on supply terminals EN 61000-4-4 4 kV 4 kV<br>(burst 5/50 ns, 5 and 100 kHz) on control terminals EN 61000-4-4 — 4 kV<br>Voltage pulses on supply terminals common mode EN 61000-4-5 4 kV 4 kV<br>E (surge 1.2/50 µs) differential mode EN 61000-4-5 4 kV 4 kV<br>Radiofrequency common mode on supply terminals EN 61000-4-6 10 V 10 V (0.15…230 MHz)<br>voltage (0.15…280 MHz) on control terminals EN 61000-4-6 — 10 V<br>Voltage dips 70% UN EN 61000-4-11 — 25 cycles<br>Short interruptions EN 61000-4-11 — 1 cycles<br>Radiofrequency conducted emissions (0.15…30 MHz) CISPR 11 class B class B<br>Radiated emissions (30…1000 MHz) CISPR 11 class B class B<br>Terminals<br>Screw torque Nm 0.8<br>Wire strip length mm 9<br>Max. wire size solid cable stranded cable<br>mm [2] 1 x 6 / 2 x 4 1 x 4 / 2 x 2.5<br>AWG 1 x 10 / 2 x 12 1 x 12 / 2 x 14<br>Other data<br>Current absorption on Z1 and Z2 (type 72.11) mA < 1<br>Current absorption on control signal (B1-B2 and B2-B3) - (type 72.42) 5 mA, 5 V<br>Power lost to the environment 72.01/72.11 72.42<br>without contact current W 1.5 0.9 (1 relay ON)<br>with rated current W 3.2 3.0 (2 relays ON)<br>Max cable length between electrode and relay (types 72.01/72.11) m 200 (max. capacitance of 100 nF/km)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> * There is no electrical isolation between electrodes and supply voltage for the 24 V DC types (72.x1.9.024.0000). Therefore, for SELV applications it would be necessary to use a SELV (non-grounded) power supply. In the case of a PELV (grounded) power supply take care to protect the level control relay against harmful circulating currents by ensuring that no electrodes are grounded. However, there is no such problem for the 24 V AC types (72.x1.8.024.0000) which, by virtue of an internal isolating transformer, assure reinforced isolation between electrodes and supply. **6** **72 SERIES** **E** ## **Functions for 72.01 and 72.11** |**U**<br>= Supply voltage<br>**B1**<br>= Max level<br>electrode<br>**B2**<br>= Min level<br>electrode<br>**B3**<br>= Common<br>= Contact 11-14<br>**Z1-Z2**= Link to select<br>emptying<br>(Type 72.11)||LED|Supply<br>voltage|NO output<br>contact|Contacts|Contacts| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| ||||||Open|Closed| ||||OFF|Open|11 - 14|11 - 12| ||||ON|Open|11 - 14|11 - 12| ||||ON|Open<br>(Timingin Progress)|11 - 14|11 - 12| ||||ON|Closed|11 - 12|11 - 14| ## **Function and Run-on time** **Type 72.01 FL** = Level control by Filling, Long (7 s) run-on delay. **FS** = Level control by Filling, Short (0.5 s) run-on delay. **ES** = Level control by Emptying, Short (0.5 s) run-on delay. **EL** = Level control by Emptying, Long (7 s) run-on delay. **Type 72.11 F** = Level control by Filling, Z1–Z2 open. Run-on time fixed at 1 s. **E** = Level control by Emptying, Z1–Z2 linked. Run-on time fixed at 1 s. ## **Filling functions** |**Filling functions**||||||||||||||| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| |**Wiring diagram**|Examples with**3 electrodes**|||||||||||||| |**Type 72.01**<br>**U**= 24 V DC<br>24 V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(110…125)V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(230…240)V AC 50/60 Hz<br>**Type 72.11**<br>**F**= Filling|Level|||||||||||||**Filling Control**– between Min. and<br>Max. levels.<br>Under normal operation the liquid<br>level can be expected to cycle<br>between the Minimum and the<br>Maximum electrodes, B2 and B1<br>(plus a degree of over and under-<br>shoot).<br>**Switch On:**<br>•On “power-up”, if the liquid is<br>below B1 the output relay will<br>operate after time T has expired.<br>•On the liquid level falling below<br>B2, the output relay will operate<br>after time T has expired.<br>**Switch Off:**<br>•On the liquid level reaching<br>electrode B1, the output relay<br>will de-energise after time T has<br>expired.<br>•On “power-off”, the output relay<br>will immediately de-energise.| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |**Wiring diagram**<br>Examples with**2 electrodes**||||||||||||||| |**Type 72.01**<br>**U**= 24 V DC<br>24 V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(110…125)V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(230…240)V AC 50/60 Hz<br>**Type 72.11**<br>**F**= Filling|Level|||||||||||||**Filling Control**– about a single<br>level, B1.<br>Under normal operation the liquid<br>evel can be expected to cycle about<br>the level set by electrode B1 with a<br>degree of over and under-shoot.<br>**Switch On:**<br>•On “power-up”, if the liquid is<br>below B1 the output relay will<br>operate after time T has expired.<br>•On the liquid level falling below<br>B1, the output relay will operate<br>after time T has expired.<br>**Switch Off:**<br>•On the liquid level reaching<br>electrode B1, the output relay will<br>de-energise after time T has expired.<br>•On “power-off”, the output relay<br>will immediately de-energise.| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| |||||||||||||||| **7** **72 SERIES** ## **Emptying functions** **==> picture [540 x 461] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> Wiring diagram Examples with 3 electrodes<br>Type 72.01 Emptying Control - between Max.<br>U = 24 V DC and Min. levels.<br>24 V AC 50/60 Hz<br>(110…125)V AC 50/60 Hz Under normal operation the liquid<br>(230…240)V AC 50/60 Hz level can be expected to cycle<br>between the Maximum and the<br>Level Minimum electrodes, B1 and B2 (plus<br>a degree of over and under-shoot).<br>Switch On:<br>• On “power-up”, if the liquid level<br>is above B2 the output relay will<br>Type 72.11 operate after time T has expired.<br>• On the liquid level rising to B1, the<br>output relay will operate after time T<br>has expired.<br>E = Emptying Switch Off:<br>• On the liquid level falling below<br>electrode B2, the output relay will<br>de-energise after time T has expired.<br>• On “power-off”, the output relay<br>will immediately de-energise.<br>E Wiring diagram Examples with 2 electrodes<br>Type 72.01 Emptying Control about a single<br>U = 24 V DC24 V AC 50/60 Hz level, B1.<br>(110…125)V AC 50/60 Hz Under normal operation the liquid<br>(230…240)V AC 50/60 Hz level can be expected to cycle about<br>Level the level set by electrode B1 with a<br>degree of over and under-shoot.<br>Switch On:<br>• On “power-up”, if the liquid is<br>above B1 the output relay will<br>operate after time T has expired.<br>Type 72.11 • On the liquid level rising to B1, the<br>output relay will operate after time T<br>has expired.<br>E = Emptying Switch Off:<br>• On the liquid level falling below<br>electrode B1, the output relay will<br>de-energise after time T has expired.<br>• On “power-off”, the output relay<br>will immediately de-energ<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> ## **Applications for 72.01 and 72.11** ## **FILLING function:** ## **EMPTYING function:** Examples with 3 electrodes and with a contactor Examples with 3 electrodes and with a motor connected to the contact. pump connected directly to the contact. **==> picture [115 x 192] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [117 x 166] intentionally omitted <==** The 72 series level control relays work by measuring the resistance through the liquid, between the common (B3) electrode and Min. and Max. electrodes (B2 and B1). If the tank is metalic, then this can be substituted as the B3 electrode. Take care to ensure that the liquid has a suitable resistivity – see below: ## **SUITABLE LIQUIDS** – City water - Well water - Rainwater - Sea water - Liquids with low-percentage alcohol - Wine - Milk, Beer, Coffee - Sewage – Liquids fertilizer ## **UN-SUITABLE LIQUIDS** - Demineralised water – Fuels – Oil – Liquids with high-percentage alcohol – Liquid gas – Paraffins – Ethylene glycol – Paint **8** **72 SERIES** ## **Functions for 72.42** **A1-A2** = Supply voltage LED **S1 (B1-B2)** = Control signal 1 **S2 (B3-B2)** = Control signal 2 Device in stand-by, output not activated = Contact 1 (11-14) and Output not activated, timing in progress Contact 2 (21-24) **LED 1** = Output 1 Output not activated (only functions M1/M2) **LED 2** = Output 2 Output activated ## **Wiring diagram** **==> picture [285 x 223] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [285 x 94] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [286 x 94] intentionally omitted <==** - **(MI) Outputs alternate on successive applications of supply voltage** - • Application of the supply voltage to A1-A2 forces just one output contact to close, but the contact that closes will alternate between 11-14 and 21-24 on each successive application of the supply – ensuring even wear across both motors. - • The other output contact can be forced closed by the closure of either S1 or S2 - but to limit high current surges the other motor cannot start within T seconds of the first motor. - **(ME) Outputs alternate according to control signal** • The supply voltage is permanently applied to A1-A2. When closed, S1 forces just one output contact to close. The contact that closes will alternate between 11-14 and 21-24 on each successive S1 closure - ensuring even wear across both motors. - • If closed, S2 forces both output contacts to close (irrespective of S1). However, to limit high current surges, both motors cannot start within T seconds of each other. - **(M2) Output 2 (21-24) only** • Supply permanently applied to A1-A2. • Closure of either S1 or S2 will close output contact 2 (21-24). Use when load 1 (11-14) is out of service. - **(M1) Output 1 (11-14) only** • Supply permanently applied to A1-A2. • Closure of either S1 or S2 will close output contact 1 (11-14). Use when load 2 (21-24) is out of service. **E** **9** **72 SERIES** ## **MI function example** **E** **==> picture [243 x 191] intentionally omitted <==** ## **ME function example** **==> picture [243 x 201] intentionally omitted <==** This shows the 72.42 Priority change relay working in conjunction with a single 72.01 level controller. Under normal conditions the liquid level is expected to remain within the range shown as Min to Max. In this case the function of the 72.42 will be to alternate the duty between both pumps, to even wear across both pumps. There is no provision to run both pumps simultaneously. This shows the 72.42 Priority change relay working in conjunction with two 72.01 level controllers. Under normal conditions the liquid level is expected to remain within the range shown as Min to Max. In this case the function of the 72.42 will be to alternate the duty between both pumps, to even wear across both pumps. Should the liquid level rise above the Alarm level then the function of the 72.42 will call for the simultaneous operation of both pumps, by virtue of the signal to terminal B3 from the Alarm/Low level controller. Note: due to the low level of 72.42 control signals, it is suggested to use level controller 72.01.8.240.5002 because of its superior low load switching capability. ## **Outline drawings** Types 72.01/11 Screw terminal **==> picture [39 x 40] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [87 x 102] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [66 x 140] intentionally omitted <==** Type 72.42 Screw terminal **==> picture [39 x 40] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [166 x 146] intentionally omitted <==** **10** **72 SERIES** **E** ## **Accessories for 72.01 and 72.11** **Suspended electrode for conductive liquids** , complete with cable. Suitable for level monitoring in wells and reservoirs not under pressure. - Electrode compatible with food processing applications (according to European Directive 2002/72 and cod. FDA title 21 part 177): **072.01.06** Cable length: 6 m (1.5 mm[2] ) 072.01.06 Cable length: 15 m (1.5 mm[2] ) 072.01.15 • Electrode for swimming pools with high levels of chlorine, or in salt-water pools with high levels of salinity: Cable length: 6 m (1.5 mm[2] ) 072.02.06 **Technical data** j ~~—__,__—___+—~~ Max. liquid temperature °C +100 **072.02.06** Electrode material stainless steel (AISI 316L) **072.31** |**Suspended electrode**<br>**Technical data**<br>Max liquid temperature<br>°C|072.31<br> +80| |---|---| |Cable grip<br>mm|Ø ≤ 2.5…3.5| |Electrode material|stainless steel (AISI 316L)| |Casing material|polypropylene| |Max screw torque<br>Nm|0.7| |Max. wire size<br>mm2 <br>AWG|1 x 2.5| ||1 x 14| |Wire strip length<br>mm|5…9| **11** **72 SERIES** ## **Accessories for 72.01 and 72.11** **Floor water sensor** , designed for the detection and reporting of the presence of floor surface water. 072.11 **E** **072.11** |Electrode material|stainless steel (AISI 301)|stainless steel (AISI 301)| |---|---|---| |**Wire capability of terminals**<br>Max screw torque<br>Nm|0.8|| |Max. wire size<br>mm2 <br>AWG <br>~~eee~~|solid cable<br>~~eee~~|stranded cable| ||1 x 6 / 2 x 6<br>~~eee~~|1 x 6 / 2 x 4| ||1 x 10 / 2 x 10|1 x 10 / 2 x 12| |Wire strip length<br>mm|9|| |**Other data**<br>Distance between electrodes and floor<br>mm|1|| |Floor fixing screw diameter|Maximum M5|| |Maximum cable diameter<br>mm|10|| |Maximum length of cable connecting sensor to relay m|200 (with capacitance of 100 nF/km)|| |Max. liquid temperature<br>°C|+100|| Floor surface water sensor for connection to electrode terminals (B1 and B3) of 72.01 or 72.11 level control relay, set in Emptying function (ES or E respectively). For ice bank control in refrigeration systems it is suggested to use the high sensitivity (5…450)kΩ types - 72.01.8.024.0002 or 72.01.8.230.0002. **==> picture [33 x 7] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> Function<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> Z1, Z2 only for types 72.11 **072.51** |**Electrode holder with two pole connector**, one connected directly to the electrode and the<br>second connected to the grounded installation thread. Suitable for metal tank with G3/8” linkage.<br>Electrode not incuded. Order appropriate number of electrodes holders - additional to the relay.<br>**Technical data**<br>Max liquid temperature<br>°C|072.51<br> +100| |---|---| |Max tank pressure<br>bar|12| |Cable grip<br>mm|Ø ≤ 6| |Electrode material|stainless steel (AISI 304)| **12** **72 SERIES** ## **Accessories for 72.01 and 72.11** **Electrode holder with three poles.** Electrode not incuded. Order appropriate number of electrodes holders - additional to the relay. 072.53 **Technical data** Max liquid temperature °C +70 **072.53** Electrode material stainless steel (AISI 303) \e. ~~a~~ / es) **Electrode and electrode connector** , multiple electrodes may be interconneced to provide required length **Technical data E** Electrode - 475 mm long, M4 thread, stainless steel (AISI 303) 072.500 **072.500** Inter-electrode connector - M4 thread, stainless steel (AISI 303) 072.501 Illustration of interconnection of electrodes. SS SS Ee **072.501 Electrode separator** 072.503 x. **072.503 Adaptor for panel mounting** , plastic, 35 mm wide 011.01 ra 2 ~~T~~ S : **011.01** An **Sheet of marker tags (CEMBRE Thermal transfer printers)** for relays types 72.42 (48 tags), 6 x 12 mm 060.48 **060.48 Identification tag** , plastic, 1 tag, 17 x 25.5 mm (for 72.42 only) 019.01 **==> picture [22 x 6] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> 019.01<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **13** **72 SERIES** ## **Application notes for 72.01 and 72.11** ## **Applications** The main application for these relays is for the sensing and control of the level of conductive liquids. Selectable options allow for this control to be achieved either through a filling operation or through an emptying operation, and in either case “positive logic” is used. Level control can be achieved around a single level - using 2 electrodes, or between Minimum and Maximum levels - using 3 electrodes. Additionally, the 72.01, with its adjustable sensitivity setting, can be ideal for monitoring the conductivity of liquids. ## **Positive safety logic** These relays work according to the principle that it is the closure of a normally open output contact that will be used to control the pump, both in filling and emptying applications. Consequently, in the event of a failure of the supply local to the relay, the filling or emptying will cease. This is generally considered to be the safest option. ## **Overrunning of tank on filling** Care must be exercised to ensure that the tank cannot overrun. Factors that have to be considered are the pump performance, the rate of discharge from the tank, the position of the single level electrode (or maximum electrode), and the run-on time delay. Keeping the time delay to a minimum will minimise the possibility of tank overrun, but will increase **E** the installed switching rate. ## **Electrodes and cable lengths** Normally 2 electrodes or 3 electrodes will be required for control about a single level, or control between Min. and Max. levels, respectively. However, if the tank is made of conductive material it is possible to use this as the common electrode, B3, if electrical connection can be made to it. The maximum permitted length of cable between the electrode and the relays is 200m, for a cable not exceeding 100 nF/km. A maximum of 2 relays and associated electrodes can be employed in the same tank - if two different levels need monitoring. Note: It is permitted to make direct electrical connection between terminals B1-B3, and B2-B3, (without using electrodes/liquid), but in this case it is not possible to set up the sensitivity. ## **Electrode choice** The choice of electrodes may depend on the liquid being monitored. Standard electrodes 072.01.06 and 072.51 are suitable for many applications but some liquids may be corrosive for example, and may therefore require custom made electrodes - but these can usually be used with the 72.01 and 72.11 relays. ## **On site commissioning** To confirm the suitability of the relay sensitivity to the resistance between electrodes it is suggested that the following checks are made. For convenience it is suggested that the fill function and the shortest run-on time are selected. ## **Prevent dry running of pump on emptying** Care must be exercised to ensure that the pump cannot run dry. Similar considerations must be given as outlined above. In particular, keeping the run-on time delay to a minimum will minimise the risk, but again, it will increase the installed switching rate. ## **Run-on time** In commercial and light industrial applications the use of a short Run-on time delay is more appropriate, due to the relatively small size of tanks and the consequential need to react quickly to the change in level. Larger scale industrial applications involving larger tanks and powerful pumps must avoid a frequent switching cycle, and the use of the 72.01 set for the longer Run-on time of 7 seconds is suggested. Note that the short run-on time will always achieve closer control to the desired level(s), but at the cost of more frequent switching. ## **Commissioning** Follow these setting-up instructions to achieve correct operation: **72.01** Select the function “FS” (Filling and Short delay of 0.5 s), and set the sensitivity control to 5 kΩ. Ensure that all electrodes are immersed in the liquid - expect the output relay to be ON. Then, slowly rotate the sensitivity control in the 150 kΩ direction until the level relay switches OFF (internal output relay will switch OFF and red LED will switch slowly flash). (If the level relay does not switch OFF then, either the electrodes are not immersed, or the liquid has too high impedance or the distance between electrodes is too long). Finally, select the filling or emptying function as required, run in real time and confirm that the level relay works as required. ## **72.11** ## **Electrical life of the output contact** The electrical life of the output contact will be enhanced where a larger distance between the Max. and Min. electrodes (3-electrode control) can be realised. A smaller distance, or level control to a single level (2-electrode control), will result in more frequent switching and therefore a shorter electrical life for the contacts. Similarly, the long run-on time will enhance, and the short time will reduce, electrical life. ## **Pump control** Small single-phase pumps within the kW (0.55 kW - 230 V AC) rating stated may be driven directly by the level relay output contact. However, where very frequent switching is envisaged, it is better to “slave” a higher power relay or contactor to drive the pump motor. Large pumps (singlephase and three-phase) will of course require an interposing contactor. Select the Filling function “F”, (Z1 - Z2 open). Ensure that all electrodes are immersed in the liquid, but leave electrode B3 disconnected - output relay should be ON. Connect electrode B3, and the level relay should switch OFF (internal output relay will switch OFF and red LED will switch slowly flash). (If the level relay does not switch OFF then, either the electrodes are not immersed, or the liquid has too high impedance or the distance between electrodes is too long.) Finally, select the filling or emptying function as required, run in real time and confirm that the level relay works as required. ## **Water leakage and condensation in oil lubrication systems** To detect condensed water vapour or water leakage within lubricating systems, monitor by sensors connected to B1 - B3 (Function E or ES, Z1 - Z2 linked). Condensed water vapour has low conductivity, therefore choose monitoring relay type 72.01.8.240.0002 with sensitivity range of (5…450) kΩ and sensor type 072.11. ## **Floor flooding control** To detect floor water due to spills or flooding, monitor using sensors connected to B1 - B3 (Function E or ES, Z1 - Z2 linked). Choose monitoring relay type 72.01.8.240.0000 or 72.11.8.240.0000, together with floor water sensor type 072.11. **14** **72 SERIES** ## **Float switch suitable for fluid level regulation** **72.A1.0000.xxxx** ## **72.A1.0000.xx02** ## **72.B1.0000.xxxx** - 1 CO - 10 A (resistive load) - 8 A (inductive load) - 2 or 3 watertight chambers resistant to high pressures - Cable length 5 m, 10 m, 15 m or 20 m - Suitable for emptying and filling - Contact material AgNi - Float switch with 2 watertight • Float switch with 2 watertight • Float switch with 3 watertight chambers, for grey water chambers, for fluid foodstuff chambers, for black water pumping and drainage and potable water systems, drainage plants and - • Counterweight (230 g) with • Suitable for swimming pools pumping stations cable grip, included with high levels of chlorine, or • Supplied with fixing kit in salt-water pools with high levels of salinity - Counterweight (230 g) with cable grip, included - Cable and plastics ACS certified for alimentary uses **E** * H07 RN F cable approved TÜV |For outline drawing see page 18||| |---|---|---| |**Technical data**||| |Contact configuration||1 CO<br>1 CO<br>1 CO| |Rated current<br>Rated voltage<br>Minimum switching load|A<br>V AC<br>mW (V/mA)|10 A (8 A)<br>10 A (8 A)<br>10 A (8 A)<br>250<br>250<br>250<br>1200 (12/100)<br>1200 (12/100)<br>1200 (12/100)<br>~~a~~<br>~~DRDs~~| |Breaking capacity DC1||6 A - 30 V DC<br>6 A - 30 V DC<br>6 A - 30 V DC<br>~~Ds~~| |Protection degree||IP 68<br>IP 68<br>IP 68<br>~~es~~| |Max liquid temperature|°C|+50<br>+40<br>+50<br>~~es~~| |Max depth<br>Cable material<br>Body material|m|40<br>40<br>20<br>PVC - H07 RN F*<br>ACS + AD8<br>PVC - H07 RN F*<br>Polypropylene<br>Polypropylene<br>Polypropylene<br>~~es~~<br>~~DR~~<br>~~pf~~| |**Approvals**(according to type)||C€<br>FALA<br>C€<br>FALA| **15** **72 SERIES** ## **Ordering information** Example: 72 Series, float switch, 1 CO. **7 2 . A 1 . 0 0 0 0 . 0 5 0 0 Series Type** A = 2 chamber float switch B = 3 chamber float switch **No. of pole** ~~nT~~ 1 = 1 CO **Accessories - Included in the package** Counterweight for type 72.A1 Fixing Kit for type 72.B1 ## **Accessories - Included in the package** Counterweight for type 72.A1 **Cable** 00 = PVC 01 = H07 RN F 02 = ACS Certified version ## **Cable length** 05 = 5 meters 10 = 10 meters 15 = 15 meters 20 = 20 meters **E** Counterweight (230 g) for Type 72.A1. Fixes to the cable to allow adjustment of the overall level and the switching hysteresis. Screw clamp with cable grommet for Type 72.B1. For "strain relief" fixing of the cable. **16** **72 SERIES** **E** ## **Applications** ## **Type 72.A1** Emptying function **==> picture [51 x 8] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> Filling function<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **==> picture [39 x 53] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [146 x 110] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [39 x 53] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [146 x 99] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [492 x 109] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> 45˚ When black and brown wires are used, 45˚ When black and blue/grey wires are used,<br>the circuit opens when the float is down and the circuit opens when the float is up and<br>closes when the float in up. closes when the float in down.<br>In this case the blue/grey wire must be insulated. In this case the brown wire must be insulated.<br>45˚ 45˚<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **==> picture [40 x 8] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> Type 72.B1<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **==> picture [254 x 355] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> Emptying function<br>20˚ When black and brown wires are used,<br>the circuit opens when the float is down and<br>closes when the float in up.<br>In this case the blue/grey wire must be<br>insulated.<br>20˚<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> ## Filling function **==> picture [152 x 185] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [515 x 126] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> 20˚ When black and brown wires are used, 20˚ When black and blue/grey wires are used,<br>the circuit opens when the float is down and<br>the circuit opens when the float is up and<br>closes when the float in up.<br>closes when the float in down.<br>In this case the blue/grey wire must be<br>In this case the brown wire must be insulated.<br>insulated.<br>20˚ 20˚<br>www.findernet.com<br>,<br>IV-2018<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **17** **72 SERIES** **E** ## **Outline drawings** **==> picture [33 x 7] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> Type 72.A1<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **==> picture [151 x 154] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [33 x 7] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> Type 72.B1<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **==> picture [141 x 95] intentionally omitted <==** Please see general technical information **18**
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