LG01-2000Axxx Liquid Flow Switch and Bubble Detector Detection of low liquid flow in the ml/min Range Totally non-invasive Ultra-fast response time of 100 ms Product Summary The LG01 Liquid Flow Switch enables detection of flow of liquid in the range of ml/min. The output signal is 5V when the flow rate is higher than the specified flow switch point and 0V below this limit or when air or bubbles are found inside the sensor's flow channel instead of liquid. 1 Excellent chemical resistance and bio-compatibility are ensured: The flow path of the LG01 Liquid Flow Switch is formed by a simple, straight glass capillary. For more information on communication, please refer to section 2 of this document. Sensing Performance Table 1: Model specific performance of LG01 (all data for medium H2O, 23C) Parameter H2O flow switching point H2O maximum flow rate Accuracya of switching point Switching hysteresis Mounting orientation sensitivityb Flow detection response time 63 Response time on power-up Operating temperature Ambient storage temperaturec Operating pressure Proof pressure LG01-2000A090 4.5 50 10 5 +2 LG01-2000A005 0.25 220 10 5 +14 50 120 +10...+50 -10...+60 3 5 Unit ml/min ml/min % of switching point % of switching point % of switching point ms ms C C bar bar aBetter available on request shift of switching point if mounted vertically cNon-condensing, flow path empty bMaximum 1.1 Operation with Other Liquids than Water Due to the measurement principle the LG01 flow switch characteristics is changing with the thermal properties of the liquid. For aqueous solutions the data for H2O as stated above is a good approximation. For hydrocarbon liquids such as oil, fuel, or organic solvents, the flow switch point shifts towards higher flow rates. For indicative purpose, data is provided for isopropyl alcohol (IPA) below. Table 2: Approximate switch levels of the LG01 liquid flow switch with hydrocarbon liquids Parameter Approximate flow switching point with IPA Maximum flow rate with IPA www.sensirion.com LG01-2000A090 LG01-2000A005 Unit 9 >250 1.4 >250 ml/min ml/min February 2015 V2 1/4 2 Communication with the Sensor An electrical voltage output indicates flow above (5 V) or below (0 V) the flow switch point and/or air or bubbles inside the sensors flow channel. The product comes fully calibrated for water - for volume applications flow calibration for other media is available on request. Table 3: DC Characteristics Power supply DC, VDD Operating current, VDD = 9 V, no load Voltage output high Voltage output low aUse 3 Min. Typ. Max. Units 5 7 12a V 6.8 mA 5 0 V V Connector Type: 5 pin Molex PCB Header 53261-0590 Mating connector: Molex 51021-0500. Table 4: Electrical Pinout Pin 1 2 3 4 5 2.1 Electrical Specifications Parameter 2.2 Electrical Connector and Sensor Pinout Do not connect Do not connect VDD GND Voltage output 1 2 3 4 5 9 V max. for best performance Fluidic Connection Table 5: Fluidic Specifications and Pressure Rating Parameter LG01-2000Axxx Wetted materials: Borosilicate Glass 3.3 PEEK FEP 1/4-28 flat-bottom for 1/16" or 1/8" OD plastic tubing (min. 2mm ID recommended)a 1 mbar 80 l Internal sensor tube material Fitting material Sealing material Fluid connector ports (Fittings) Pressure drop (at maximum flow rate, H2O, 23C) Total internal volume For fluid connection material use flat bottom 1/4-28 standard components e.g. IDEX parts P-200/P-300. Various adapters e.g. to Barb connectors are available from company Value Plastics as well. a For more information on the fluidic connection please find: "Application Note Sensor Ports and Tubing Connections" in the Download Center on our webpage (www.sensirion.com/liquidflow-download). 4 Connectivity Kit The optional LG01 connectivity kit contains material for electrical and fluidic connections Assembled flat ribbon cable, 30cm (1-100482-01) 2x barb adapter to connect ID 1.6 mm (1/16") tubing (Value Plastics ABR004-J1A-2) 2x barb adapter to connect ID 3.2 mm (1/8") tubing (Value Plastics ABR013-J1A-1) www.sensirion.com February 2015 V2 2/4 5 Mechanical Specifications Table 6: Mechanical Specifications Parameter LG01-2000Axxx Largest dimensions Total mass Inner diameter d 53 x 22 x 9 mm 6g 1.8 mm 531 All dimensions in mm Attention Fragile Mechanical shocks, forces induced by stiff fluid connection lines as well as connecting to the fittings without suitable tools lead to stress on the internal thin-walled glass capillary and can cause it to break. While tightening the fittings, fix the fluidic ports position with a wrench. Test for leakage after every time new connections are made. 6 ! Ordering Information For OEM applications the sensor can be purchased in larger quantities without any additional parts. Product LG01-2000A090 LG01-2000A005 LG01 Connectivity Kit www.sensirion.com Article Number 1-100796-01 1-100797-01 1-100814-01 February 2015 V2 3/4 Important Notices Warning, personal injury Do not use this product as safety or emergency stop devices or in any other application where failure of the product could result in personal injury (including death). Do not use this product for applications other than its intended and authorized use. Before installing, handling, using or servicing this product, please consult the datasheet and application notes. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in death or serious injury. 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