<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>SKF Vogel WS32-2 liquid float switch</strong> is a precision level monitoring device designed for non-pressurized fluid reservoirs. This model monitors the <strong>minimum fill level</strong> via a single reed contact switching point, making it an economical choice for machinery requiring simple low-level detection. Commonly used in lubrication systems, hydraulic tanks, and industrial equipment requiring reliable fluid-level supervision.</p>
<h2>Key Features</h2>
<ul>
<li>Single switching point for minimum level detection</li>
<li>Reed contact technology with protective gas isolation</li>
<li>IP 65 enclosure rating (dust and water resistance)</li>
<li>Rated for 24 V DC operation (18–30 V DC range)</li>
<li>Vertical mounting position required</li>
<li>Compatible with mineral and synthetic oils</li>
</ul>
<h2>Technical Specifications</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Contact Type:</strong> Changeover (1 NO / 1 NC)</li>
<li><strong>Switching Element:</strong> Reed contact with protective gas atmosphere</li>
<li><strong>Rated Voltage:</strong> 18–30 V DC</li>
<li><strong>Switching Current:</strong> 1 A maximum</li>
<li><strong>Switching Capacity:</strong> 30 W</li>
<li><strong>Operating Temperature:</strong> –10 to +60 °C</li>
<li><strong>Media Temperature:</strong> –10 to +80 °C</li>
<li><strong>Protection Rating:</strong> IP 65 (DIN EN 60529)</li>
<li><strong>Mounting:</strong> Vertical (flange mount, aluminum housing)</li>
<li><strong>Float Material:</strong> Polypropylene (PP)</li>
<li><strong>Contact Tube:</strong> Copper-zinc alloy (CuZn)</li>
<li><strong>Seals:</strong> NBR (nitrile rubber)</li>
</ul>
<h2>Typical Applications</h2>
<p>The WS32-2 is commonly deployed in:</p>
<ul>
<li>Centralized lubrication systems monitoring reservoir levels</li>
<li>Hydraulic power units and fluid tanks</li>
<li>Industrial machinery requiring low-level alarm or pump shutoff signals</li>
<li>Oil circulation and filtration systems</li>
<li>Production lines needing automatic lubrication level supervision</li>
</ul>
<h2>Compatibility & Replacements</h2>
<h3>Compatible With</h3>
<ul>
<li>24 V DC industrial control circuits and PLC inputs</li>
<li>Centralized lubrication controllers (CLS systems)</li>
<li>Hydraulic and oil reservoir monitoring networks</li>
<li>Industrial machinery with vertical-mount tank fittings</li>
<li>Systems accepting IP 65 rated sensors</li>
</ul>
<h3>Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For</h3>
<ul>
<li>WS32-2 units with similar length and voltage specifications</li>
<li>Legacy fill-level switches in identical mounting configurations</li>
</ul>
<h3>Works With</h3>
<ul>
<li>SKF / Vogel centralized lubrication system controllers</li>
<li>Standard 24 V DC relay and contactor circuits</li>
<li>Industrial PLCs with dry contact input modules</li>
<li>Alarm and monitoring systems in manufacturing environments</li>
</ul>
