Overview
The Madison 2XC13 liquid level switch is a horizontal, single-point tank level sensor engineered for industrial fluid management. This float-type switch uses proven magnetically coupled dry-reed technology to monitor and control liquid levels, preventing overflow and underflow in tanks and vessels. Built with a polypropylene body and rated to 100 PSI at 221°F maximum, the 2XC13 delivers over 5 million switching cycles at rated electrical load.
Key Features
- Dry-reed switching mechanism: Encapsulated, magnetically coupled design ensures long operational life and reliable performance
- Polypropylene construction: Resists wear, corrosion, and chemical attack in diverse fluid applications
- 0.6 specific gravity float: Optimized for accurate level detection across a range of liquid densities
- Selectable operation: Configurable for level rise or level drop sensing
- 24-inch electrical leads: 22-gauge MTW-coated connections for direct control of motor starters, contactors, and solenoids
- High switching endurance: 5+ million cycles rated at maximum electrical load
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 2XC13 (Model M8700)
- Connection Type: 1/2″ MNPT (horizontal side-mount)
- Body Material: Polypropylene
- Float Diameter: 0.65″
- Float Specific Gravity: 0.6
- Maximum Pressure: 100 PSI
- Maximum Temperature: 221°F
- Maximum Voltage: 240V AC/DC
- Maximum Current: 0.28A
- Electrical Leads: 24″ long, 22-gauge MTW-coated
- Switch Type: Magnetically coupled dry-reed
- Switching Cycles: 5+ million at rated load
- Weight: 0.03–0.05 lbs
- Country of Origin: USA
Typical Applications
- Chemical processing tanks and reactors
- Water treatment systems and storage tanks
- Manufacturing coolant reservoirs
- Hydraulic fluid monitoring
- Industrial waste management systems
- Food and beverage processing vessels
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Motor starters and contactors
- Solenoid valve control systems
- Relay-based level control circuits
- PLC digital input modules (via 24V DC auxiliary relay)
- Tank overflow/underflow alarm systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Madison M8700 (equivalent model designation)
- Legacy single-point float switches with identical 1/2″ NPT horizontal configuration
Works With
- Standard 24V, 120V, 240V AC/DC control circuits
- Low-voltage protection systems
- Industrial motor control systems
- Pneumatic and hydraulic control loops
- SCADA and process automation platforms via discrete I/O integration
