Gems Introduces New Side-Mount Level Switches Made From High Temperature Versaplast Engineered Plastic

Plainville CT, November 2011: Gems® Sensors & Controls ™ (Gems), a global leader in liquid level, pressure, and flow sensors, miniature solenoid valves, and fluidic systems, introduces several new versions to their LS-7 Series of robust point level switches. These compact, side mount level switches are made from Gems Versaplast™ engineered plastic for high temperature applications up to 300°F (148.9°C).

The Gems Versaplast™ engineered plastic used on these new level switches is an extremely versatile material compatible with a wide range of challenging fluids such as oils and solvents. Versaplast™ enables the new LS-7 Series sensors to provide an affordable solution for handling high temperature applications and corrosive fluids. The durable Versaplast™ LS-7 level switches are CE, UL and CUL approved, are ideal for use within methylene chloride and anti-freeze tanks, and are well suited for low coolant, low hydraulic monitoring within off-highway vehicle and transportation applications.

These new Versaplast™ LS-7 Series versions expand the broad range of small, side mounted level switches from Gems Sensors available for a wide variety of fluids or applications. Additional specifications include pressure capability to 100 psi (6.8 bar), and a float arc of just 1.25 inches – beneficial in confined spaces. Options include internal and externally installed versions, and metric or U.S. threads. Free samples are available for qualified OEM’s on gemssensors.com .

 “With the development of the enhanced Versaplast ™ LS-7, Gems has continued to expand the broad offering of our side mounted point level product line,” says Kevin Castonguay, Product Marketing Manager for Gems Sensors and Controls. “The enhanced Versaplast ™ material offers a robust and reliable solution unique to the market for a wide variety of OEM applications at a cost effective price”.