Paddle Indicator
Bin Level Controls » Paddle Indicator The Paddle Indicator is rugged and sensitive in operation, and can be mounted sideways on a hopper or silo for low and high level indication. The paddle is stopped when material level reaches it. When the paddle is stalled the motor continues to rotate until a micro-switch is actuated. The micro-switch can be used to control numerous functions such as lights, alarms and stopping or starting conveyors or other feeding systems. On material dropping away from the paddle the micro-switch is released by a spring and the paddle starts to turn again. A flexible section of shaft isolates the paddle against shock loading. The shaft seal is designed to eliminate the entry of moisture and dust from the hopper.
Specification:
The body and cover of the Paddle Indicator are corrosion resistant aluminium alloy castings. Stainless steel shaft and Nylon paddles. Mounting by welding ½ of a standard 1¼” BSP Coupling to hopper. Screwed flanges are available for fitting to hopper. Drive motor is a 3 Watt unit 230 VAC designed to run indefinitely in a stalled condition. Weight: 2.5 Kg
Micro-Switch:
Double Pole – Double Throw
10A 125 or 250 VAC
0.3A 125 VDC
0.15A 250 VDC