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Flow switches for all applications

PVL now has the United Kingdom's largest range of flow switches, manufactured by Honsberg of Germany and Kelco of Australia.

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G HD1KV HD2K HR1MV IF50 MF003 MF007 MR1K MX MXM MXR NJV
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VD VDFT VDO VI VM VMEM VMX VO        
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PVL are a UK distributor of Honsberg Flow Switches and Flow Meters.
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UR3K
PADDLE TYPE WITH REED SWITCH

Flow Switch with reed switch

  • Reed switch rated at 250Vac/50VA
  • Sizes from 3/8" to 2" BSP
  • 3 to 62 l/min adjustment ranges
  • Brass, stainless steel or plastic bodies
  • Up to 25 bar system pressure
  • Temperatures up to 110°C
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PADDLE TYPE WITH MICROSWITCH
Flow Switch with microswitch
  • Microswitch rated at 250Vac/5A
  • Sizes from 3/8" to 2" BSP
  • 3.5 to 76l/min adjustment ranges
  • Brass, stainless steel or plastic bodies
  • Up to 25 bar system pressure
  • Temperatures up to 110°C
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615 & 622
DIY FLOW SWITCH FOR DOMESTIC SHOWERS ETC
Flow switch for domestic showers etc
  • Models for 15mm and 22mm copper pipe
  • 3 to 6 l/min adjustment range (both models)
  • Supplied complete with compression fittings & 1m cable
  • C/O microswitch rated at 250Vac 16aA (res) 4A (ind)
  • For water applications up to a maximum temperature of 85°C
  • WRAS approved
  • See DataFax 2134 for Fitting Instructions
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PADDLE TYPE WITH 4 x PADDLES
Flow switch for pipes up to 8" dia
  • 4 x paddles supplied with each switch
  • Suitable for pipe sizes from 25mm to 200mm (1" to 8")
  • 1"BSP threaded pipe fitting
  • All stainless steel option
  • Easily adjusted by screw under sliding cover
  • Standard (IP65) Din plug
  • C/O microswitch rated 250Vac/5A
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CRE
FOR PIPES UP TO 6" DIAMETER (150 DN)

  • Suitable for pipe sizes from 1" to 6" diameter.
  • Standard 1" BSP fitting
  • 0.19 to 39.90 m³/h (H²O) adjustment ranges
  • 4 x paddle sizes supplied with each switch
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • Protected to IP65


CRG
FOR PIPES UP TO 7.5" DIAMETER (200 DN)

Flow Switch for up to 12" pipes

  • Suitable for pipe sizes from 1" to 7.5"" diameter.
  • Standard 1" BSP fitting
  • 0.2 to 90.80 m³/h (H²O) adjustment ranges
  • 4 x paddle sizes supplied with each switch
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • Protected to IP65
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KELCO F26
CORROSION RESISTANT HEAVY DUTY FLOW SWITCH

  • All polypropylene construction with s/steel thread option.
  • Suitable for acids, chemicals & seawater
  • Standard 1" BSPT thread
  • 15A or 20A 500V SPDT switch
  • Suits pipe sizes 25mm and above
  • 18 or 100 bar pressure rating
  • Protected to IP65
  • Fully adjustable with manual override.
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KELCO F26 S/S
HEAVY DUTY FLOW SWITCH WITH 100 BAR RATING!

  • Polypropylene body with stainless steel thread
  • Standard 1" BSPT thread
  • 15A or 20A 500V SPDT switch
  • Suits pipe sizes 25mm and above
  • 100 bar pressure rating
  • Fully adjustable with manual override
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KELCO F27
ALL PLASTIC FLOW SWITCH WITH TIME DELAY

  • Dry running protection for pumping systems
  • Built-in timer
  • Automatic run-on timer
  • No metal parts in contact with the liquid
  • Suitable for acids, chemicals & seawater
  • Directly controls pumps up to 3.75kW 5HP
  • For pipe sizes 25mm and above
  • 18 bar pressure rating
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KELCO F30
CORROSION RESISTANT PUMP CONTROLLER

  • Integrated flow and pressure control
  • Built-in timer and run-on timer
  • Directly controls pumps up to 3.75kW 5HPs
  • Suitable for acids, chemicals & seawater
  • Dry running protection for pumping systems
  • Microprocessor digital control
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KELCO TW25
UNIQUE TRAILING WIRE FLOW SWITCH !

  • Corrosion resistant body
  • Unique, stainless steel trailing cable sensor
  • Adjustable flow sensitivity
  • Ideal for open channel or piped systems
  • Conveyor belt solids detection
  • River management & farm run off systems
  • 18 bar pressure rating
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KELCO TW26
TRAILING WIRE FLOW SWITCH WITH MANUAL OVERRIDE!

  • Unique, stainless steel trailing cable sensor
  • Standard 1" BSPT fitting
  • Corrosion resistant body
  • Manual override for testing
  • Powerful 15Amp 500Volt SPDT switch
  • Suitable for data logging of effluent flow
  • Protected to IP67
  • 18 bar pressure rating
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KELCO TW26 S/S
TRAILING WIRE FLOW SWITCH - UP TO 100 BAR PRESSURE !

  • Unique, stainless steel trailing cable sensor
  • Standard 1" BSPT fitting
  • Corrosion resistant body
  • Manual override for testing
  • Powerful 15Amp 500Volt SPDT switch
  • Suitable for data logging of effluent flow
  • Protected to IP67
  • 100 bar pressure rating
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KELCO CR20
CHEMICAL RESISTANT MICRO FLOW SWITCH
  • Detects flows of less than 5ml/min
  • Handles flows up to 4l/min
  • All wetted parts are UPVC with Viton® O-ring seals
  • Suitable for plastic tubing with 6, 8 & 12mm adaptors
  • Suitable for acids, chemicals & seawater & gases
  • Maximum pressure 108 bar
  • PVDF model also available
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KELCO P20
CORROSION RESISTANT IN LINE FLOW SWITCH
  • Suits tubes and pipes 6 to 20mm (1/4 to 3/4") diameter
  • No metal parts are in contact with the liquids
  • Suitable for acids, chemicals & seawater
  • Choice of three switching flow rates
  • 18 bar pressure rating
  • Reed switch or solid state switching options
  • Liquids, gases, water treatment or chemical dosing uses
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KELCO P25
CORROSION RESISTANT HEAVY DUTY IN LINE FLOW SWITCH
  • No metal parts are in contact with the liquids
  • Suitable for acids, chemicals & seawater
  • Suits tubes and pipes 15 to 25mm (1/2" to 1") diameter
  • 100l/min flow rating
  • Detects very low flows
  • Directly switches pump motors up to 1.5kW 2HP
  • Versatile all position mounting
  • Manual override built in
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FX
PLASTIC BODY WITH INTEGRAL FILTER
Flow Switch with integral filter
  • Hostaform body
  • 1/2" BSP male threads
  • Switch-point ranges 0.4 - 12l/min (adjusted at factory)
  • Integral built-in filter
  • Maximum pressure 10 bar at 20degC
  • N/O reed switch rated 250Vac/10VA max


FW1
PISTON TYPE WITH PLASTIC BODY
Flow Switch with plastic body
  • All plastic (POM)construction (see brass model below)
  • Ideal for water, oil or air
  • 1/4"; 3/8; 1/2; 3/4 & 1" BSP female threads
  • Maximum pressure 10bar
  • Adjustable setting range 1 - 11l/min
  • N/O reed switch rated 250Vac/50VA max
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NO
FLOW SWITCH WITH FLOW INDICATOR
Flow indicator with adjustable switch.
  • 1/4" to 1" BSP sizes
  • Visible flow scale in l/min (water)
  • Up to 50 bar pressure
  • Ideal for use with dirty/dark liquids
  • May be mounted in any position with 360 deg visibility
  • Adjustable switch head with reed-switch
  • Model NOK illustrated with optional switch-head


FW1
FLOW SWITCH WITH BRASS BODY
Flow Switch with brass body
  • Brass body
  • Ideal for water, oil or air
  • 1/4"; 3/8; 1/2; 3/4 & 1" BSP female threads
  • Maximum pressure 100bar
  • Adjustable setting range 1 - 11l/min
  • N/O reed switch rated 250Vac/50VA ma
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PISTON TYPE FOR LOW FLOW RATES

  • N/O reed switch rated at 220V/100VA
  • 1/4" BSP standard thread
  • 5 ml/min to 3 l/min switch adjustment ranges
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • 300 bar maximum system pressure
  • Horizontal or vertical mounting
  • See more flow switches for low flow rates.
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PISTON TYPE - IDEAL FOR HYDRAULICS

Flow switch for hydraulic applications

  • C/O reed switch rated at 250V/50VA
  • Sizes from 1/4" to 1" BSP
  • 0.4 l/min to 60 l/min adjustment ranges
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • 200 bar maximum system pressure
  • 1; 2 ; 3 or 4 independant switch head option
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PISTON TYPE - IDEAL FOR HYDRAULICS

Flow switch with flying lead

  • C/O reed switch rated at 250V/50VA
  • Sizes from 1/4" to 1" BSP
  • 0.4 ml/min to 60 l/min adjustment ranges
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • 200 bar maximum system pressure
  • Horizontal or vertical mounting
  • 2.5 meters of PVC cable
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HD2K
NEW VISCOSITY COMPENSATED FLOW SWITCH

New & improved  Honsberg viscosity flow switches.

  • Wider settings eg 1.5 to 15 l/min
  • Wider indication range
  • Very effective viscosity compensation 30 - 300mm²/s
  • New optional displays available - see our What's New page


HD1KV
PISTON FLOW SWITCH

Model HD1V flow switch from PVL

The Model HD1KV is a piston operated flow switch with magnetic triggering of an adjustable reed-switch contact. The HD1KV has built-in viscosity compensation covering the range of 1 - 200 mm²/s.

The modular design also allows the fitment of an Omni Transducer with 2 x switchpoints and a standard 4 - 20mA output.

OMNI-HD1KV
OMNI FLOWMETER

Model Omni-HD1K flowmeter from PVL

The Model Omni-HD1K Flowmeter has a similar specification as the Model HD1KV above but is fitted with a user-programmable display with the following features:-
  • Analogue output with 2 x switchpoints
  • Backlit LCD display
  • Waterproof to IP67


HR1MV
PISTON FLOW SWITCH

Model HR1MV flow switch from PVL

The Model HR1MV is a piston operated flow switch with magnetic triggering of an adjustable reed-switch contact. The HR1MV has built-in viscosity compensation covering the range of 1 - 200 mm²/s.

The modular design also allows the fitment of an Omni Transducer with 2 x switchpoints and a standard 4 - 20mA output.



PISTON TYPE WITH OPTIONAL METER

Flow Switch Type HD

  • C/O reed switch rated at 220V/50VA
  • Horizontal or vertical meter option
  • Rack & pinion switch setting
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • 200 or 500 bar system pressure options
  • Sizes from 1/4" to 3" BSP
  • ATEX Certified switch-head option - Datasheet 92.1.A-H


MF-003
OUR SMALLEST 'PISTON' FLOW SWITCH!
  • Only 30mm x 15mm
  • M5 threaded ports - brass bodyr
  • Adjustment range 1 - 100l/min Air (1bar, 20°C)
  • N/O reed switch rated at 125Vac/0.5A (10VA)
  • For gaseous media only
  • More switches for low flow rates


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MF-007
NEXT SMALLEST 'PISTON' FLOW SWITCH!
  • Only 63mm x 20mm
  • M10x1 threaded ports - brass body
  • Range: 0.05 to 1.0 l/min H²/O
  • Adjustable switch housing
  • N/O reed switch rated at 120 Vac/0.5A, 10 VA
  • See more switches for low flow rates


UR1-H
PADDLE TYPE - BRAZE IN or SCREW IN
Flow switch for OEM's
  • We supply low-cost flow switches suitable for OEM high volume applications.
  • Braze or screw-in using adapters supplied
  • Suitable for pipes up to 80mm dia
  • Please call us to discuss your requirements
  • ATEX Certified switch-head option - See Datasheet 92.1.A-U1


UR1-G
PADDLE TYPE - BRAZE IN or SCREW IN
  • 3/8" to 2" BSP thread sizes
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • Maximum liquid temperature - 110°C
  • User adjustable reed-switch
  • ATEX Certified switch-head option - See Datasheet 92.1.A-U1


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G
FLOW SWITCH FOR VERY LOW FLOW RATES!
  • Adjusted to switch between 0.015 and 0.4 l/min H2O
  • Sizes from 1/4" to 1/2" BSP
  • Low pressure loss design
  • Bronze body
  • Reed switch rated at 250Vac/1A 50VA
  • Can be used with liquids and gases
  • More switches for low flow rates
VI
INDUCTIVE SIGNAL - NO MAGNETS!
Flow switch for ferrous liquids
  • This flow switch does not rely on any magnets and is therefor ideal for flow switching application where the liquid is contaminated by ferrous (iron) particles - for example:- Cooling water on grinding machines.
  • Inductive proximity switch: 10 - 30Vdc/200mA max
  • Sizes from 1/4" to 3" BSP
  • Bronze or stainless steel body options


FM
HIGH PRESSURE UP TO 200 BAR
High pressure flow switch
  • Small, simple flow switch for liquids up to 200 bar
  • Bronze body with 1/4", 3/8" or 1/2" BSP ports
  • Maximum temperature 90degC
  • C/O microswitch rated 250Vac/6A
  • Reed switch (Model FF) rated at 250Vac 32VA


PD
ALL PLASTIC - NO METAL WETTED PARTS
PVC flow switch
  • PVC body sizes suitable for 15mm to 80mm PVC pipes
  • Screwed fitting (illustrated) flanges or solvent weld options
  • PTFE coated stainless steel (1.430) spring
  • PVC piston and PVC encapsulated magnet
  • Maximum pressure & temperature = 10bar and 60degC
  • Ranges from 2 - 500 l/min
  • C/O reed switch rated at 250Vac/1.5A (50VA)
HEAVY DUTY WITH REED SWITCH

Flow Switch Type VD

  • C/O reed switch rated at 250Vac/50VA
  • Sizes from 1/4" to 3" BSP
  • Up to 300mm DIN flange option
  • 1 to 600 l/min adjustment ranges
  • Bronze or stainless steel body
  • Protected to IP65
  • ATEX 11 2G EEx d 11C T6 option - See Datasheet 92.1.A-V1


VM
HEAVY DUTY WITH MICROSWITCH

Flow Switch Type VM

  • C/O microswitch rated at 250Vac/50VA
  • Sizes from 1/4" to 3" BSP
  • Up to 300mm DIN flange option
  • 1 to 600 l/min adjustment ranges
  • Bronze or stainless steel body
  • Protected to IP65
  • ATEX 11 2G EEx d 11C T6 option - See Datasheet 92.1.A-V3


VD.FT
FLOW SWITCH WITH FLANGES
Flow switch for flanged pipes
  • Flange sizes from DN15 to DN300
  • Bronze; Cast Iron or Stainless Steel body options
  • Flow rates from 2 - 1,600 l/min (water)
  • Suitable for liquids and gases
  • Maximum pressures up to 40 bar (stainless steel)
  • C/O reed switch rated at 250Vac 80VA max
  • Optional microswitch model VM.RF
VDO
FLOW SWITCH WITH FLOW INDICATOR
Flow switch with integral flow indicator
  • Sizes from 1/4" to 3" BSP
  • 2 - 600 l/min adjustment ranges (H°O)
  • Maximum temperature of 120degC
  • Models available for up to 100 bar maximum pressure
  • Switch rated at 250Vac/50VA
  • Bronze body
  • ATEX Certified switch-head option - See Datasheet 92.1.A-V1


TX
UP TO 350°C FLOW SWITCH WITH INDICATOR
High temperature flow switch
  • Suitable for use with temperatures up to 350degC
  • Visual flow indicator option
  • Adjustable switch-point
  • Up to 40 bar system pressure
  • Standard DIN flanges
  • Cast steel body
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MX
PISTON TYPE FLOW SWITCH

  • The flow switches type MX are employed for the monitoring of liquids in temperature ranges of 160°C.
  • Piston type actuation
  • Linear magnetically linked to an externally arranged switch.
  • Electrical components are subjected to only 70°C max.
  • Liquid temperature of 160°C max


MXM & MXR
PISTON TYPE FLOW SWITCH UP TO 160°C

  • The flow switches type MXR are employed for the monitoring of liquids in temperature ranges of 160°C.
  • Piston type actuation
  • Linear magnetically linked to an externally arranged switch.
  • Electrical components are subjected to only 70°C max.
  • Liquid temperature of 160°C max.


VMX
PADDLE TYPE FLOW SWITCH

  • Instruments operate with a spring-supported paddle and magnetic triggering of an adjustable micro switch.
  • Low pressure loss
  • High switch capability
  • Exact setting of switch via scale


UB1
PADDLE TYPE FLOW SWITCH WITH BELLOWS SEAL

  • Mechanical flow switch for liquids or gaseous media.
  • A bellow-supported paddle activates an adjustable micro-switch.
  • Operational range a diameter 25-200
  • Visual functions control by transparent cover
  • Micro switch with "combination contact" gold coating for small currents and silver coating for larger currents
  • Low pressure loss


VM.EM
PADDLE TYPE FLOW SWITCH WITH ATEX OPTION
Model VM Flow Switch shown with ATEX switch-head
  • Flange sizes from DN 40 to DN 200
  • Suitable for temperatures up to 90degC
  • Change-over microswitch
  • ATEX Certified Switch-head Datasheet 92.1.A-V2
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • User adjustable switch-point
  • (Multiply water flow-rates by 15 to obtain flow-rates for air)
FLOW INDICATOR & SWITCH

Flow switch Type VO

  • Visual flow meter (VA principle)
  • Adjustable switch-point
  • Stainless steel or aluminium body
  • 1/2" & 1" BSP sizes
  • Up to 16bar and 100°C
  • Proportional linear flow
  • Manifold option for up to 8 x instruments


NJ
FLOW INDICATOR WITH OPTIONAL SWITCH & LED OPTION

  • 1/4", 3/8",1/2", 3/4" and 1"BSP sizes
  • 100 bar maximum pressure
  • Viscosity compensated option (Model NJV)
  • Optional switch-head with LED indicator
  • Brass or stainless steel body
  • Manifold option for up to 8 x instruments
FLOW SWITCH WITH DIAL

Flow Meter type UZ

  • Suites pipe sizes from 1/2" to 2" BSP
  • 2 to 500 l/min flow ranges
  • Slave needle sets the switch-point
  • Optional red & green LED's indicate switch status
  • SPDT microswitch rated at 220V/3A
  • See also Model TZ with 4-20mA output + switch
  • Protected to IP65


IF50
FLAP TYPE WITH SWITCH UP TO 8" DIA
Flow switch for up to 8" pipes
  • Sizes from 1/2" to 8" BSP or ANSI flange
  • Up to 500m³/h maximum flow.
  • Metal, PVL or PP body
  • Up to 200degC with cooling fins
  • +/- 10% accuracy (full scale)
  • EExd 11C T6 and pneumatic switch option


OMNI-F
FLOW SENSOR WITH 2 x SWITCH-POINTS
  • New flow sensor operates on the calorimetric principle
  • 4 - 20mA output with 2 x user adjustable switch-points
  • All stainless steel with no moving parts
  • Very fast response times for air, oil or water
  • Clear & easy to read back-lit LCD display
  • Simple to adjust with removable setting ring
  • For more information on the Omni System - Click here
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FLOW SENSOR WITH INTEGRAL HEAD

Calorimetric type flow sensor

  • Stainless steel probe - 1/4 or 1/2" BSP
  • No moving parts
  • Ideal for air, oil & water monitoring
  • LED's show flow trend
  • Heavy duty housing option
  • Optional integral temperature switch & swan-neck


FLOW SENSOR WITH SWAN-NECK
Flow sensor with swan-neck
  • Stainless steel probe - 1/4 or 1/2" BSP
  • No moving parts
  • 6Ideal for air, oil & water monitoring
  • LED's show flow trend
  • Heavy duty housing option
  • Optional integral temperature switch


EFKM
TOUGH S/STEEL HOUSING WITH 8mm GLASS
Tough! stainless steel housing

This stainless steel housing which had been specifically designed to house the Smart display heads for use in hostile conditions, is now available for the Type EFK range of flow sensors.

The picture shows the removable bezel which retains the 8mm thick lens.

EFKS.15
1/4" or 1/2"BSP S/STEEL FLOW SENSORS
Flow Switch Type EFKS.15
  • All stainless steel (1.4571) wetted parts
  • 1/4" or 1/2"BSP thread
  • 28mm or 45mm sensor length
  • M12x1 connector plug & 2m cable supplied
  • Suitable for Oil, Air & Water
  • Maximum pressure 100 bar & 0 - 70degC temp range
  • Used with EEFK & EEFKT Din rail control units


EFKS.L
HYGIENIC FITTING S/STEEL FLOW SENSOR
Flow Switch Type EFKS.L
  • All stainless steel (1.4571) wetted parts
  • Hygienic Tri-clover (Tri-clamp) fitting
  • M12x1 connector plug & 2m cable supplied
  • Ideal for the food & pharmaceutical industries
  • Maximum pressure 100 bar
  • Operating temperature 0 - 70degC
  • Used with EEFK & EEFKT Din rail control units
EEFK/T
CONTROL UNIT FOR EFK1, EFKS & EFKS.L
Control unit Type EEFK/T
  • Models available for 230Vac and 24Vdc
  • Standard Din rail mounting
  • 9 x green LED's shows flow trend
  • Red LED indicates switch-point
  • Relay output plus PNP, NPN
  • Easy adjustment for flow & optional temperature switch

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PVL now has Britain's largest range of flow switches, manufactured by Honsberg of Germany. Honsberg is a long-established family-owned company in Remscheid which designs and manufactures the finest quality flow, pressure and level switches, plus many other products, in one of Europe's fastest growing businesses in this market. PVL has been a UK distributor for the full Honsberg range for many years and works closely with the Honsberg design team to meet customers' needs.

On this page you can see Honsberg piston, paddle and inductive-signal flow switches for just about every application, including high-pressure flow switches, flow switches for extremely low flow rates, flow switches for ferrous-contaminated water (for example, from water cooled grinding machines), all-plastic switches with no metal wetted parts, flanged flow switches, high-temperature (to 350ºC) flow switches, ATEX-approved flow switches for hazardous areas, even a range of flow switches with dials for fast and easy readout. Add to all the flow switches ranges of Honsberg flow indicators and flow transmitters and you have everything you could need to monitor, log and record flow accurately and reliably in almost any circumstances.

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