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Soliswitch FTE20 rotary paddle point level switch

Robust and cost-efficient rotary paddle point level switch for bulk solids

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Robust and cost-efficient rotary paddle point level switch for bulk solids

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  • Overfill protection with automatic rotation monitoring
  • Optical rotation control for fast and easy checking during installation and troubleshooting
  • Extremely robust polymer housing with global Ex certificates for ATEX, IECEx, FM, UK CA und INMETRO
  • Quick ordering, easy configuration, and commissioning
  • Tool-free adjustment to the weight of the bulk solids
  • Housing can be rotated up to 360° for optimal alignment after installation
  • Resistance coupling element for line break and short-circuit monitoring as optional accessories
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Rotary paddle point level switch
Paddle switch - Soliswitch FTE20
Specifications
Measuring / Application task Point Level / Solids
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Description

The Soliswitch FTE20 is a versatile rotary paddle point level switch that has been specially developed for bulk solid applications. Its compact design and high resistance enable reliable use even under demanding conditions. The device offers flexible mounting options and supports easy commissioning and adaptation to different material characteristics. In addition, integrated safety functions and international approvals ensure safe operation even in potentially explosive atmospheres.

Field of application
  • The economical Soliswitch FTE20 rotary paddle point level switch is ideal for use in bulk solids
  • Thanks to its compact design and robust polymer housing, the sensor can be used flexibly in silos
  • It can be used reliably as a full, empty or demand indicator
  • Thanks to its construction and the materials used, the FTE20 is extremly robust and can withstand even the most demanding conditions
  • The sensor can be used in hazardous atmospheres with a risk of dust explosion
Benefits
  • Overfill protection with automatic rotation monitoring
  • Optical rotation control for fast and easy checking during installation and troubleshooting
  • Extremely robust polymer housing with global Ex certificates for ATEX, IECEx, FM, UK CA und INMETRO
  • Quick ordering, easy configuration, and commissioning
  • Tool-free adjustment to the weight of the bulk solids
  • Housing can be rotated up to 360° for optimal alignment after installation
  • Resistance coupling element for line break and short-circuit monitoring as optional accessories
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Operating Instruction (BA)
BA Soliswitch FTE20 Rotary paddle level switch
English version - 08/2025
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Technical Information (TI)
TI Soliswitch FTE20 Rotary paddle level switch
English version - 08/2025
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Installation Instructions (EA)
EA Wetterschutzhaube FTEx0 Einbauanleitung für Wetterschutzhaube FTEx0
English version - 12/2025
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The CAD Drawings will be available after the configuration.
All downloads
38 Downloads
Technical Information (TI)
Most downloaded
TI Soliswitch FTE20 Rotary paddle level switch
English version - 08/2025
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Operating Instruction (BA)
Most downloaded
BA Soliswitch FTE20 Rotary paddle level switch
English version - 08/2025
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Installation Instructions (EA)
EA Wetterschutzhaube FTEx0 Einbauanleitung für Wetterschutzhaube FTEx0
English version - 12/2025
Download
Installation Instructions (EA)
EA Seilverlängerung Einbauanleitung für Seilverlängerung
English version - 12/2025
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Installation Instructions (EA)
EA Seilverlängerung FTE20 Einbauanleitung für die Seilverlängerung FTE20
English version - 03/2026
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
XA Soliswitch FTE20 Rotary paddle point level switch
Ex ta IIIC T<sub>200</sub> T110 °C Da
Ex tb IIIC T110 °C Db
English version - 04/2026
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
XA Soliswitch FTE20 Point level switch
ATEX:
Ex tb IIIC Txxx °C Db (Enclosure)
Ex ta IIIC Txxx °C Da (Process)
English version - 03/2024
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
FTE20 Преобразователь
Ех ta IIIC T 110 °С Da Х
Ех tb IIIC T 110 °С Db Х
Russian version - 01/2021
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
FM approval FTE20 FM control drawing for point level switch Soliswitch FTE20
English version - 03/2024
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Special Documentation (SD)
Device viewer Technical documentation in other languages
English version - 07/2021
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Fields of Activities (FA)
Misura di livello Misura di livello
Panoramica dei prodotti per
applicazioni in liquidi e solidi sfusi
Italian version - 06/2026
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Fields of Activities (FA)
Catálogo Medición y Detección de nivel Gama de productos para aplicaciones con líquidos y sólidos
Spanish version - 06/2022
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Fields of Activities (FA)
レベル計 総合カタログ 液体および粉体アプリケーション向けレベル計・レベルスイッチ
Japanese version - 12/2025
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Fields of Activities (FA)
Misura di livello Misura di livello
Panoramica dei prodotti per applicazioni in liquidi e solidi sfusi
Italian version - 03/2023
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Fields of Activities (FA)
Füllstandsmesstechnik Produktübersicht für Anwendungen in Flüssigkeiten und Schüttgütern
German version - 10/2022
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Fields of Activities (FA)
Level measurement Product overview for applications in liquids and bulk solids
English version - 03/2026
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Competence Brochure (CP)
レベルスイッチ(液体および粉体用) 選定およびエンジニアリングガイド
Japanese version - 07/2026
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Competence Brochure (CP)
Point level detection in liquids and bulk solids Selection and engineering guide
English version - 02/2025
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Competence Brochure (CP)
Grenzstanddetektion in Flüssigkeiten und Schüttgütern Auswahl- und Projektierungshilfe
German version - 02/2025
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Competence Brochure (CP)
Catálogo soluciones esenciales Alta calidad a precios competitivos
Spanish version - 01/2017
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CM (Customer magazine)
Trait d'union 57 - Edition Process Le Journal d'Information Endress+Hauser France
French version - 07/2013
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Manufacturer Declaration
Product family: Accessories: System components, Contactors/transmitters, Ecograph, Memo-Graph, Over voltage protector, Power supply and barrier, Process displays, Soliswitch Product root: FMA90-, FTE20-, HAW566-, HAW568-, RA33-, RB223-, RH33-, RIA14-, RIA15-, RIA16-, RIA45-, RIA452-, RIA46-, RID14-, RID16
-, RLN22-, RLN42-, RMA42-, RN22-, RN42-, RNF22-, RNO22-, RS33-, RSG35-, RSG45-
Declaration number: HE_02283_01.25
Manufacturer specification: RoHS
Additional information: China RoHS
English version - 11/2025
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Manufacturer Declaration
Product family: Soliswitch Product root: FTE20-
Declaration number: ЕАЭС К17500533.13.12.16337
Manufacturer specification: EMC
02/2026
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EU Declaration
Product family: Soliswitch Product root: FTE20-
Declaration number: EC_00190_04.25
English version - 03/2021
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Spare parts and accessories

further parts
further parts

Housing cover FTE20

further parts
further parts
Order code 71418346
further parts
further parts

Paddle hinged FTE20, 304

further parts
further parts
Order code 71418318
further parts
further parts

Double paddle FTE20

further parts
further parts
Order code 71418342
further parts
further parts

Rope extension FTE20

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Order code 71418345
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