MINIDEE TANK CONTENTS GAUGE/SWITCH

Features:
Compact Design
Continuous Contents Indication with
Integral Level Alarm/Control Switches
Easy to Install
Suitable for tanks up to 1.5 m high

Applications:
Diesel Oil Service Tank Level Control
Oil / Water Storage Tanks
Coolant Header Tanks
Transformer Oil Level Indication/Alarms
Generator Base Tanks
Function
The Minidee Gauge Switch provides a single,
compact solution for applications that require
tank contents measurement, level alarms
and pump or solenoid valve control. The
standard version of the Minidee may be fitted
with up to 4 micro switches that are actuated
by cams fitted to the same shaft that drives
the dial pointer. The switches can be supplied
with normally open, closed or changeover
contacts.
The 50 mm local dial may be calibrated in
fractions, percentage, litres, or any other
standard engineering units. It may also be
scaled in 0C for transformer oil tanks.
Operation
As the liquid level in the tank changes the float arm moves vertically through an arc. This displacement is
transferred via gears to a rotational movement. A magnet located in a pocket behind the gauge mounting
flange drives a second magnet located inside the gauge body which turns the cam shaft and pointer. This
mechanism ensures no fluid leakage into the gauge and allows adjustment or maintenance to be carried out
without the need to drain the tank.
End of travel float arm stops are fitted to ensure that the float does not come into contact with the inside of the
tank.
BAYHAM
Bayham Ltd. Rutherford Road Basingstoke Hampshire UK RG24 8PG Tel: +44 (0) 1256 464911 Fax: +44 (0) 1256 464366
Technical Specifications
Cover: Nylon, Polyester coated Aluminium Optional
Flange: Zinc Alloy, Brass or Stainless Steel
Gears: 16/40 or 11/40 ratio in Brass or Stainless Steel
Floats: Plastic or Stainless Steel
Maximum float arm angle: 120 degrees
Maximum pointer movement: 300 degrees
Pressure rating: Dependant on flange type
Temperature rating: 80 0
C standard, high temperature versions are available
Micro switch contact rating: 250 VAC 4 A Resistive
Weather protection: In accordance with IP55, IP67 version available without dial
BAYHAM LTD.
Bayham Ltd. Rutherford Road Basingstoke Hampshire UK RG24 8PG
Tel: +44 (0) 1256 464911 Fax: +44 (0) 1256 464366
Information required:
1. Gauge Type:
Minidee A1= 1 Micro Switch
Minidee A2= 2 Micro Switches
Minidee A3= 3 Micro Switches
Minidee A4= 4 Micro Switches
2. Tank Dimensions
3. Baffle/Stay Details-if fitted
4. Mounting Position of Gauge
5. Fluid Details
6. Operating Conditions
7. Dial Calibration Units i.e. fractions,
%, litres, etc.
8. Whether Static or Mobile
application
9. Tank Slope Angle, if any
10. Details of Switching Levels
Please contact our sales department for
tank pad mounting instructions. Tank
pads are available from stock and may
be shipped within 24 hours if required.
We have many years of experience manufacturing tank gauges for a wide variety of applications. Please
contact us for further information or guidance on specifying the correct gauge to suit your requirements.
Leaflet MD1 2001
MINIDEE TANK CONTENTS GAUGE/SWITCH
TANK MOUNTING VARIATIONS
120
0
MAX FIG. A 82.5
0
MAX FIG. D
FIG. B 150
0
MAX
FIG. C 74
0
MAX
FIG. E 120
0
MAX
CENTRE END OR SIDE MOUNTED
CENTRE SIDE MOUNTED WITH SIDE
SWING FLOAT ARM
TOP OR BOTTOM MOUNTED
CENTRE LINE MOUNTED ON
HORIZONTAL CYLINDER
TOP MOUNTED WITH EXTENDED
FLOAT ARM PIVOT
E F
1/4 3/4
1/2
B9 TANK MOUNTING PAD
ALL DIMENSIONS IN mm
E F
1/4 3/4
1/2
5 0 . 1 6
2 0 . 7 2 3 9 . 2 6 4 4 . 0 9
3 . 0 0 m m
1 5 . 0 0 m m
4 6 . 0 0
3 0 . 0 0
4 0 . 0 0
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40
6 M5 STUDS SPACED
AS SHOWN ON
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