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VSMN/P & VTMV Minature Vacuum Switch & Sensor
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ŸDo not use corrosive or flammable gases or liquids with this product.
ŸPlease use within the operang pressure range (see table below). Do not apply pressure beyond the maximum recommended pressure as
permanent damage to the sensor may occur.
ŸDo not drop, hit or allow excessive shock. Even if the switch appears undamaged, internal components may be damaged and can malfuncon.
ŸTurn power off before connecng wiring. Improper wiring or a short circuit will damage the unit or cause a malfuncon.
ŸDo not use in an environment containing steam or oil vapor.
ŸThis product is not explosion-proof rated. Do not use in an environment containing flammable or corrosive gases.
ŸWiring for the pressure sensor should avoid power source and high voltage lines. If used in the same circuit, noise may cause a malfuncon.
Ÿ ESD protecon: ± 4 kV
Safety precauons. Please read before using.
Proudly Made In The USA
Specificaon VSMN and VSMP Vacuum Switches VTMV Vacuum Sensor
Rated Vacuum Range 0" to 30" Hg ( 0 mbar to -1015 mbar) 0" to 30" Hg (0 mbat to -1015 mbar)
Burst Pressure 29 PSI (2 bar) 29 PSI (2 bar)
Media Non-Corrosive, Dry Gases Non-Corrosive, Dry Gases
Supply Voltage 10.8 to 30 VDC 10.8 to 30 VDC
Current Consumpon 20 mA Max. 20 mA Max.
Sensing/Switching Material Single Crystal Silicon Single Crystal Silicon
Output Switched - NPN 1 to 5 VDC
Electrical Connecon 3-Wire - 26 AWG - 5'(1.5m), 3 Pin, M8 Quick Disconnect 3-Wire - 26 AWG - 5'(1.5m), 3 Pin, M8 Quick Disconnect
Hysterisis 2% Full Scale Max. N/A
Repeatability +/- 0.3% Full Scale N/A
Response Time 1 ms Max. Approx. 1 ms
Circuit Protecon NONE NONE
Max. Switched Voltage Load 30 VDC N/A
Max. Switched Current Load 80 mA N/A
Linearity +/- 0.5 % Full Scale +/- 0.5 % Full Scale
Thermal Error +/- 2% Full Scale/ 121°F (50°C) +/- 2% Full Scale/ 121°F (50°C)
Thermal Compensaon 32°F to 121°F (0°C to 50°C) 32°F to 121°F (0°C to 50°C)
Display Single Red LED NONE
Switch Indicaon Red LED ON (Switched Output ON) N/A
IP Protecon IP00 IP00
Operang Temperature 15°F to 140°F (-10°C to 60°C) 15°F to 140°F (-10°C to 60°C)
Operang Humidity 35 to 85% RH (No Condensaon) 35 to 85% RH (No Condensaon)
Construcon Glass filled ABS/Aluminum/Buna Glass filled ABS/Aluminum/Buna
Fing/Connecon M5x.8 - 360° swivel male fing M5x.8 - 360° swivel male fing
Net Weight 1 oz. (28.3g) 1 oz. (28.3g)
Safety and Environmental Compliance CE, RohS CE, RohS
VSMN/VSMP: Adjusng Pressure Setpoint
ŸUse the vacuum seng trimmer (VR) to set the “ON”
pressure. Rotate clockwise to increase the vacuum setpoint;
rotate counter-clocksiwse to decrease the setpoint.
ŸUse appropriate sized flathead screwdriver for the seng
trimmer. Gently turn the screwdriver to make adjustments.
To prevent damage to the vacuum seng trimmer, do not
force the trimmer when it comes to a stop.