This SPC series mechanical pressure switch controls the upper and lower pressure limits of an air compressor, water pump or refrigeration circuit through a relay signal output. It runs on AC125V to 250V, is rated for fluid temperatures of -10°C to 100°C, and comes in five models, SPC-103 to SPC-130, with a choice of G1/4 or G1/2 connection.
Features and benefits:
- Two adjustable setpoints: the upper pressure limit and the pressure differential are set separately with screws on top, so the lower limit is the upper limit minus the differential.
- Built-in scale plate in bar and psig, so the setting can be read straight off the switch.
- Relay signal output with differential protection, which helps stop the equipment starting and stopping too often.
- Contact ratings of 20A at 125V and 10A at 250V non-inductive, and 15A at 125V and 8A at 250V on inductive loads, with 72A inrush.
- Spring steel pressure element for steady control of small pressure and differential settings.
- Two ways to mount: screw it straight onto the equipment by the threaded connector, or fix it anywhere with the supplied mounting plate.
- Works with air, water and hydraulic pressure; the standard version suits non-corrosive media such as air and refrigerant gases, and the seller notes special models for ammonia.
Applications:
- Air compressor and air tank pressure control
- Water pump start and stop control from pressure or water level
- Refrigeration and air conditioning high and low pressure control
- Water treatment and general fluid pressure control
In the box:
The seller lists a scale plate and pressure and differential adjustment screws with the switch, and a standard mounting plate for bracket fitting.
Note: Use only one set of contacts at a time and never connect live and neutral together. The terminals carry mains voltage, so isolate the supply before wiring or adjusting, and have the wiring done by a competent person. Choose a pressure range that covers your system's working pressure.
Thread options: G1/4 or G1/2 (choose in options). Suitable media: Air, water, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant gases and liquids (non-corrosive). Protection rating: IP40. Housing material: Alloy. Type: Mechanical pressure switch with relay signal output. Model range: SPC-103, SPC-106, SPC-110, SPC-120, SPC-130 (choose in options). Pressure range SPC-103: -0.5 to 3 bar. Pressure range SPC-106: -0.5 to 6 bar. Pressure range SPC-110: 1 to 10 bar. Pressure range SPC-120: 5 to 20 bar. Pressure range SPC-130: 5 to 30 bar. Supply voltage: AC125V to 250V. Rated current, non-inductive: 20A at 125V; 10A at 250V. Rated current, inductive full load: 15A at 125V; 8A at 250V. Inrush current: 72A. Fluid temperature: -10°C to 100°C. Adjustment: Top screws: upper pressure limit and pressure differential. Scale: Built-in plate in bar and psig, 0 to 6 bar and 0 to 87 psig. Differential scale: 0.25 to 1.5 bar and 15 to 60 psig. Contact wiring: Terminals 1-5 normally closed; terminals 1-3 normally open. Terminals: M4 terminal screws, with earth terminal and control wire entry. Connection (flare option): 6mm 1/4 inch flare nut shown on the seller's drawing. Mounting bracket: 4 x M4 holes, 80mm spacing. Mounting methods: Screw onto equipment by the threaded connector, or fit with the mounting plate. Plug: None: hard-wired switch, connect to terminals. Operating temperature: -10°C to 100°C (fluid). Q: How do I adjust an air compressor pressure switch? A: Use the screws on the top of the switch: the right-hand screw sets the upper pressure limit and the left-hand screw sets the pressure differential. The lower limit is the upper limit minus the differential.. Q: How does an air compressor pressure switch work? A: A pressure element moves as system pressure changes and opens or closes a set of contacts at the set limits. That starts the compressor or pump when pressure falls and stops it when the upper setting is reached.. Q: How do I wire a pressure switch on an air compressor? A: The relay contacts use terminals 1-5 for normally closed and 1-3 for normally open, and only one set should be used. Never connect live and neutral together, and have the wiring checked by a competent person.. Q: Which model do I need for a 10 bar compressor? A: Pick the range that covers your working pressure: the SPC-110 covers 1 to 10 bar and the SPC-120 covers 5 to 20 bar. Check your compressor's cut-out pressure against the table above first.. Q: Can it be used on water pumps as well as air? A: Yes. The seller lists it for water, air and hydraulic pressure, and for automatic pump start and stop from pressure or water level..