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Vibronic Point level detection Liquiphant FailSafe FTL81

Point level switch for liquids for FailSafe overfill protection

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Point level switch for liquids for FailSafe overfill protection

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Benefits

  • Use in safety systems requiring functional safety to SIL3 in accordance with DIN EN IEC 61508 Ed.2.0 and DIN EN ISO 13849
  • Proof test: proof testing interval up to 12 years, Slave devices tested at the press of a button
  • Permanent self-monitoring/internal redundancy
  • 4-20mA interface (acc. to NAMUR NE 06/NE 43): easy integration via the switching unit (Nivotester FailSafe FTL825) with a two-channel output (safety contacts) and locking function or direct integration into a safety PLC
  • No adjustment: quick, low-cost startup
  • No mechanically moving parts: no maintenance, no wear, long operating life
  • Monitoring of fork for damage, corrosion, build-up and mechanical blocking
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Liquiphant FTL81 - Vibronic
Vibronic - Liquiphant FTL81
Specifications
Measuring / Application task Point Level / Liquids
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Description

Liquiphant FTL81 is a point level switch for use in hazardous areas with all international certificates. FailSafe overfill protection in applications with functional safety up to SIL3 with one device. Reliable measurement values, not affected by: changing media properties, flow, turbulences, gas bubbles, foam, vibrations or build-up.

Field of application

Point level switch for liquids up to SIL3.

  • Process connections: Threads and flanges
  • Temperature: -60 to +280°C (-76 to +540°F)
  • Pressure: -1 to +100bar (-14.5 to +1,450psi)
  • Sensor length: Extension pipe up to 3m (9.8ft)
  • Sensor material: 316L, Alloy C
  • International explosion protection certificates, overfill protection WHG, SIL, marine approvals
Benefits
  • Use in safety systems requiring functional safety to SIL3 in accordance with DIN EN IEC 61508 Ed.2.0 and DIN EN ISO 13849
  • Proof test: proof testing interval up to 12 years, Slave devices tested at the press of a button
  • Permanent self-monitoring/internal redundancy
  • 4-20mA interface (acc. to NAMUR NE 06/NE 43): easy integration via the switching unit (Nivotester FailSafe FTL825) with a two-channel output (safety contacts) and locking function or direct integration into a safety PLC
  • No adjustment: quick, low-cost startup
  • No mechanically moving parts: no maintenance, no wear, long operating life
  • Monitoring of fork for damage, corrosion, build-up and mechanical blocking
Predecessors
Liquiphant S FDL61
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English version - 01/2026
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English version - 06/2023
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Technical Information (TI)
TI Weld-in adapter, process adapter and flanges Level, pressure, temperature
English version - 06/2026
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The CAD Drawings will be available after the configuration.
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Technical Information (TI)
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TI Liquiphant FailSafe FTL81 Vibronic
English version - 01/2026
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Technical Information (TI)
TI Weld-in adapter, process adapter and flanges Level, pressure, temperature
English version - 06/2026
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Technical Information (TI)
Liquiphant FailSafe FTL80, FTL81, FTL85 Technical Information Vibronic
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English version - 06/2013
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Operating Instruction (BA)
BA Liquiphant FailSafe FTL81 Vibronic
English version - 01/2026
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Operating Instruction (BA)
Liquiphant FailSafe FTL80, FTL81, FTL85 Operating Instructions Vibronic
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English version - 06/2013
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Liquiphant FailSafe FTL80, FTL81, FTL85 ATEX:
II 1/2 G Ex db IIC T6 Ga/Gb
II 1/2 D Ex ta IIIC T80°C Da/Db
IECEx:
Ex db IIC T6 Ga/Gb
Ex ta IIIC T80°C Da / Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db
English version - 03/2020
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Safety Instructions Liquiphant FailSafe FTL80, FTL81, FTL85 Control Drawing
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English version - 06/2013
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
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English version - 03/2023
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