What is a Float Switch? A float switch is a sensor used to monitor a circuit within a tank as the level of a liquid rises or falls. Types of float switches vary, but their general purpose is to activate pump control panels and any alarms if needed. The device has proven to be one… Read more »
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How Magnetic Float Level Switches Work
The working principle behind magnetic float level switches is to utilize a magnetic field to open or close a circuit as the level of a liquid within the chamber rises or falls. The stainless steel float within operates on the basic buoyancy principle that the force on a buoyant object is equal to the mass… Read more »
The Vertical Float Switch: How it Works
A vertical float switch is a mechanical device used to detect the level of liquid within a tank, and trigger an event, such as a refill or discharge, when the liquid reaches one or more predetermined levels. A vertical float switch comprises a magnet contained within a thru tube float, as well as a magnetic… Read more »
What is a Sump Pump Float Switch and Why Does it Fail?
If you are a homeowner, chances are you’ve heard of a sump pump, and most likely own one. A sump pump is a small pump installed in the lowest part of a basement or crawlspace. Its job is to help keep the area under the home or building dry and to prevent it from flooding…. Read more »