Barksdale Level Switch Products Product Leaflet

Barksdale level switch product catalog featuring stainless steel and brass models with NPT mounting, reed switch technology, and various configurations for…


Barksdale Level Switch Products Product Leaflet - cover page
Brand
Barksdale
Category
Rod float level switch
Document type
Product Leaflet
Language
English
Pages
35
File format
PDF
File size
4.5 MB
Published
08 November, 2026
Updated
08 November, 2026
MD5 checksum
12AFA3E88EF4675513681F1E33EAE6ED

About this manual

This product leaflet from Barksdale presents a comprehensive range of level switch products designed for liquid level detection in tanks and vessels. The catalog covers multiple series including compact 1/4" and 1/8" NPT models in stainless steel or brass, multi-level switches, plastic models, bilge guard switches, and the LevelSite® series with various float and mounting options. Each product features hermetically sealed magnetically actuated reed switches with reversible switch logic (NO/NC) by rotating the float 180°.

The document provides detailed specifications for each model including switch ratings, wetted materials, electrical connections, minimum specific gravity, protection class (IP54), operating temperature and pressure ranges, weight, and ordering information with part numbers. Applications include sump tanks, hydraulic power units, storage tanks, solvent recovery systems, lube oil consoles, and marine applications. Technical drawings and wiring color codes are included for installation reference.

What's inside

  • UNS-VA 1/4 NPT-K1-VA52
  • UNS-MS 1/4 NPT-BN30
  • UNS-MS 1/8NPT-BN30
  • UNS-VA1/8NPT-VA27
  • UNS-MS or VA 1/8NPT-BN25
  • UNS-MS1/4NPT-BN30/1(2)-TPXX/2
  • UNS-2000 Series
  • UNS-1000 Series
  • UNS-PA or PP
  • UNS-VA/SB5 or B4

Specifications

Switch Rating (UNS-VA 1/4 NPT)SPST: 250 V AC/DC, 3.0 A / 100 VA/W; SPDT: 140 V AC/DC, 1.0 A / 60 VA/W
Wetted Parts (UNS-VA 1/4 NPT)Stem: 316 stainless steel; Float: 316 stainless steel; Mounting: 1/4" NPT male
Electrical Connection (UNS-VA 1/4 NPT)PVC cable, max 3 x 0.34mm², 1m/3m/5m length
Minimum Specific Gravity (UNS-VA 1/4 NPT)0.78 (stainless steel float)
Protection ClassIP54
Operating Temperature (UNS-VA 1/4 NPT)14° to +220°F (-10° to +105°C) PVC cable; -40° to +302°F (-40° to +150°C) silicone cable
Operating Pressure (UNS-VA 1/4 NPT)580 psig (40 bar) with stainless steel float
Weight (UNS-VA 1/4 NPT)Approx. 150 grams (5.3 oz.)

Frequently asked questions

What is the switch rating for the UNS-VA 1/4 NPT stainless steel level switch?

SPST: 250 V AC/DC, 3.0 A / 100 VA/W; SPDT: 140 V AC/DC, 1.0 A / 60 VA/W.

How can the switch logic be changed from normally open to normally closed?

By rotating the float 180°.

What is the protection class for these level switches?

IP54.

What is the minimum specific gravity for the stainless steel float on the UNS-VA 1/4 NPT model?

0.78.

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