MODEL VHS FORK
Vibrating Element Solids Level Sensor
Very Low Density Materials – No Problem!
Vibrating element “FORK” style point level sensor using piezoelectric crystal technology is a solid state device for high, low and intermediate bin level indication and level control of dry free-flowing powders and granular materials. As these units require no calibration they are a great replacement for RF Admittance / Capacitance type sensors in applications where material dielectric changes or vessel content changes exist. They are a SUPERB FIT for sensing ULTRA-lightweight materials, as low as 0.624 pounds per cubic foot (0.01 kilograms per cubic decimeter).
“Fork” design has highest sensitivity
LED indicates Normal / Alarm status
Universal AC/DC power supply
No calibration required
Solidstate design, no moving parts
Twist off cover
Selectable High/Low fail-safe output
Removable wiring terminals
Dual conduit entrances
Rotatable housing simplifies conduit alignment
MODEL VHS FORK
Vibrating Element Solids Level Sensor
Very Low Density Materials – No Problem!
Vibrating element “FORK” style point level sensor using piezoelectric crystal technology is a solid state device for high, low and intermediate bin level indication and level control of dry free-flowing powders and granular materials. As these units require no calibration they are a great replacement for RF Admittance / Capacitance type sensors in applications where material dielectric changes or vessel content changes exist. They are a SUPERB FIT for sensing ULTRA-lightweight materials, as low as 0.624 pounds per cubic foot (0.01 kilograms per cubic decimeter).
“Fork” design has highest sensitivity
LED indicates Normal / Alarm status
Universal AC/DC power supply
No calibration required
Solidstate design, no moving parts
Twist off cover
Selectable High/Low fail-safe output
Removable wiring terminals
Dual conduit entrances
Rotatable housing simplifies conduit alignment
Principal of Operation
Model VHS Fork sensors use a mechanical resonance system. The mechanical element is excited and kept in resonance by the sensor’s electronic circuitry. An electrical signal is applied to a piezoelectric crystal. This electrical excitation causes physical deformation of the crystal, which in-turn creates the probe element vibration at its natural resonant frequency. When no material is present around the fork, the vibration exists. With material present and surrounding the fork, the vibration is dampened and detected by the electronic circuitry. This results in a change in the relay output and local LED indication.
Application and Use
Model VHS Fork vibrating element point level sensors are used to detect the presence and absence of very lightweight powders and granular bulk solid materials in bins, hoppers and silos. Best performance and use can be found with dry and free-flowing materials. The Model VHS Fork is great for use in detecting very lightweight materials with density as low as 0.624 lbs/ft³ (0.01 kg/dm³). Model VHS Fork vibrating element sensors are also ideal for vessels with changing contents as the sensors do not require calibration, unlike RF capacitance or admittance sensors. Industries where successful applications can be found include Plastic Processing, Chemical, Food and many others.
Technical Data
| Power Supply | Universal 20-255VAC/20- 60VDC |
| Sensitivity | Selectable, minimum density is 0.624lbs/ft³ (0.01kg/dm³) |
| Time Delay | Fixed – When Covered: ≤ 0.5 s – When Uncovered: ≤ 2 s or ≤ 1 s |
| Output | SPDT Relay, 8A @ 250VAC |
| Fail-Safe | Selectable – High or Low |
| Housing | Die-cast aluminum, FDA compliant powder coat, NEMA Type 4X, IP65 |
| Process Connection | 1-1/2″ NPT stainless steel |
| Probe Materials | 316Ti stainless steel |
| Process Temp | -22° F to +266° F (-30° C to +130° C) |
| Ambient Temp | -22° F to +144° F (-30° C to +60° C) |
| Certifications | CE Mark |
More Information
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Standard Models Available
- Standard Fork 6.9″ (175mm) insertion length
- Short Fork 5.4″ (137mm) insertion length
- Ordinary locations
Principal of Operation
Model VHS Fork sensors use a mechanical resonance system. The mechanical element is excited and kept in resonance by the sensor’s electronic circuitry. An electrical signal is applied to a piezoelectric crystal. This electrical excitation causes physical deformation of the crystal, which in-turn creates the probe element vibration at its natural resonant frequency. When no material is present around the fork, the vibration exists. With material present and surrounding the fork, the vibration is dampened and detected by the electronic circuitry. This results in a change in the relay output and local LED indication.
Application and Use
Model VHS Fork vibrating element point level sensors are used to detect the presence and absence of very lightweight powders and granular bulk solid materials in bins, hoppers and silos. Best performance and use can be found with dry and free-flowing materials. The Model VHS Fork is great for use in detecting very lightweight materials with density as low as 0.624 lbs/ft³ (0.01 kg/dm³). Model VHS Fork vibrating element sensors are also ideal for vessels with changing contents as the sensors do not require calibration, unlike RF capacitance or admittance sensors. Industries where successful applications can be found include Plastic Processing, Chemical, Food and many others.
Technical Data
| Power Supply | Universal 20-255VAC/20- 60VDC |
| Sensitivity | Selectable, minimum density is 0.624lbs/ft³ (0.01kg/dm³) |
| Time Delay | Fixed – When Covered: ≤ 0.5 s – When Uncovered: ≤ 2 s or ≤ 1 s |
| Output | SPDT Relay, 8A @ 250VAC |
| Fail-Safe | Selectable – High or Low |
| Housing | Die-cast aluminum, FDA compliant powder coat, NEMA Type 4X, IP65 |
| Process Connection | 1-1/2″ NPT stainless steel |
| Probe Materials | 316Ti stainless steel |
| Process Temp | -22° F to +266° F (-30° C to +130° C) |
| Ambient Temp | -22° F to +144° F (-30° C to +60° C) |
| Certifications | CE Mark |
More Information
Click here to download product line PDF’s
Standard Models Available
- Standard Fork 6.9″ (175mm) insertion length
- Short Fork 5.4″ (137mm) insertion length
- Ordinary locations
Ordering Information
Sensor Final Assembly Part Number Structure
Ordering Information
Sensor Final Assembly Part Number Structure
3 – Standard Fork
4 – Short Fork
1 – Standard Length
1 – SPDT Relay
1 – Ordinary Location (CE Mark)
1 – 1-1/2″ NPT
3 – Standard Fork
4 – Short Fork
1 – Standard Length
1 – SPDT Relay
1 – Ordinary Location (CE Mark)
1 – 1-1/2″ NPT