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MAGNETIC LEVEL INDICATOR

Worldwide Level and Flow SolutionsSM

Vector™ is a rugged, reliable and cost-
effective Magnetic Level Indicator (MLI).
Suitable for a variety of installations, Vector
has many basic features and is precision-
engineered and manufactured to ensure a
long service life.

MLIs are widely used to replace high-

maintenance sight and gauge glass
indicators and are increasingly used in
new applications. Optional switches and
transmitters are available to provide various
output signals for level control.

TM

• Feedwater • Blowdown flash tanks

heaters • Hot wells
• Oil/water • Vacuum tower bottoms
separators
• Alkylation units
• Flash drums
• Propane vessels
• Surge tanks
• Storage tanks
• Gas chillers
• Deaerators

...and many others

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 Principle of Operation
A float travels up and down in a chamber that is mounted to a liquid-
containing vessel. The float contains a magnetic assembly that
interacts with an externally-mounted visual indicator. As the float
follows the liquid surface or liquid-liquid interface, the magnetic field
causes highly contrasting flags in the visual indicator to rotate. The
result is a clearly defined representation of the liquid level in the vessel.

Features
• Rugged, industrial-grade construction
• Field adjustable visual indicator for convenient viewing
• Continuous measuring range up to 500 cm (197”)
• Compatible with electronic point switches and continuous level transmitters
• Media specific gravity as low as 0,55
• Shatter-resistant viewing window
• Single magnet per flag to enhance float coupling effect and self-alignment

The Vector™ float contains high-strength alloy magnets that facilitate

a strong coupling with the externally-mounted visual indication, as
well as any switches or transmitters.

Every float is manufactured specifically for each application. Process

pressure, temperature, and media specific gravity are all factored into
the custom design.

The Vector™ high-visibility visual indicator is constructed

with quality materials and engineered for reliable
performance.

Each flag contains an alloy magnet that maximizes

coupling with the float. The flags are mechanically
limited to a half-rotation, which eliminates the possibility
of over-rotation common with other magnetic level
indicators.

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Model: 4 M
Digit: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

3 MOUNTING CONFIGURATION &

1 PRODUCT NAME CHAMBER CONSTRUCTION
4 Vector™ Magnetic Level Indicator

2 UNIT OF MEASUREMENT
M Metric (cm)

3 MOUNTING CONFIGURATION & CHAMBER CONSTRUCTION

Connection orientation Chamber top Chamber bottom
A Side / Side Welded end plate Threaded plug (NPT)
B Side / Side Threaded plug (NPT) Welded end plate
1 Side / Side Welded end plate Flange
2 Side / Side Flange Welded end plate

4 CHAMBER/FLANGE RATING
A 150#
B 300#

5 MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION
A 316/316L stainless steel chamber
B 316/316L stainless steel chamber with carbon steel fittings & flanges
C 304/304L stainless steel chamber Option A Option B
D 304/304L stainless steel chamber with carbon steel fittings & flanges
1 PVC plastic
2 CPVC plastic

6 CONSTRUCTION GRADE
A Industrial PED (digit 5 = A, B, C or D)
1 Industrial non-PED (digit 5 = 1 or 2)

7 CHAMBER FLANGE TYPE

N No chamber flange (digit 3 = A or B)
A RF slip-on flange (digit 3 = 1 or 2)
P Full face socket flange (for PVC and CPVC material only)

8 PROCESS CONNECTION TYPE 9 PROCESS CONNECTION SIZE

A RF slip-on flange A 1/2"
M Threaded NPT-M (male), up to 1 1/2" B 3/4"
R Pipe nipple butt weld end, up to 1 1/2" C 1"
D 1 1/2"
1 Van Stone flange (PVC / CPVC only) E 2" (machined to 1" size)

10 GASKET STYLE FOR CHAMBER FLANGE (IF APPLICABLE) Option 1 Option 2

N None (digit 3 = A or B)
A Flexible fibre ring (digit 3 = 1 or 2)
P EPDM rubber (digit 5 = 1 or 2)
8 PROCESS CONNECTION TYPE

11 CHAMBER BOLTING MATERIAL

N None (digit 3 = A or B)
S Carbon steel zinc plating A-193 Gr. B7 / A-194 Gr. 2H (digit 3 = 1 or 2 and digit 5 = A, C, 1 or 2)
M Carbon steel A-193 Gr. B7 / A-194 Gr. 2H (digit 3 = 1 or 2 and digit 5 = B or D)

12-13 VENT SIZE & TYPE 14-15 DRAIN SIZE & TYPE
NN None NN None
11 1/2" NPT with hex plug 11 1/2" NPT with hex plug
Flange Threaded NPT-M Butt weld
21 3/4" NPT with hex plug 21 3/4" NPT with hex plug
Option A Option M Option R

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Model:
Digit: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

16 CHAMBER MODIFICATION FOR MOUNTING OF OPTIONAL TRANSMITTER

Vector can be combined with various externally mounted accessories, including switches and transmitters.
For Jupiter transmitter, refer to digit 17 for temperature limitations and possible mounting configurations. Match up the Jupiter model code with the
MLI model codes 16 and 17.
If SIL enhanced Jupiter transmitter is required then use model Atlas with float diagnostics indicator instead of model Vector.

All transmitters and switches must be ordered separately.

Refer to pages 6 & 7 for additional information regarding accessories.
N No transmitter added
1 Jupiter transmitter top mount without offset ➀ max. 190 °C (375 °F) with insulation (digit 17 = K)
2 Jupiter transmitter top mount offset, high temperature bend (matches external mount Jupiter with model code digit 5 = G)
3 Jupiter transmitter bottom mount offset, high temperature bend (matches external mount Jupiter with model code digit 5 = J)
➀ Only available in combination with digit 3 = A or 1.

17 INSULATION OPTIONS
N None Indicator with plastic flags: max 110 °C (230 °F)
Indicator with metal flags: max 190 °C (375 °F)
Jupiter transmitter without offset: max 110 °C (230 °F)
Jupiter transmitter, high temperature bend: max 190 °C (375 °F)

Insulation pad for indicator and/or transmitter

E Indicator only ➀ digit 16 = N 190 °C (375 °F) < T ≤ 260 °C (500 °F)
K Jupiter only ➀➁ digit 16 = 1 110 °C (230 °F) < T ≤ 190 °C (375 °F)
M Indicator & Jupiter ➀➂ digit 16 = 2, 3 190 °C (375 °F) < T ≤ 260 °C (500 °F)
➀ Only available in combination with metal flags.
➁ Matches external mount Jupiter with model code digit 5 = E.
➂ Matches external mount Jupiter with model code digit 5 = G, J.

18 MEASUREMENT TYPE & INDICATION STYLE

Total level Interface level ➀
2 Yellow / black plastic flags 6 Yellow / black plastic flags
3 Red / white plastic flags (standard) 7 Red / white plastic flags (standard)
4 Red / silver metal flags 8 Red / silver metal flags

➀ Use with digit 21 = 9 and digit 22 = 9.

19 MEASURING SCALE
N No scale 3 Running inches
1 Feet / inches 4 Percent (markings in increments of 5 %)
2 Meters / Millimeters

20 CHAMBER CODE
Code listed is valid for metallic construction (refer to digit 5). Consult factory for plastic construction.

1 2" S10

21-22 FLOAT CODE

Codes listed are valid for metallic construction (refer to digit 5). Consult factory for plastic construction.

Total level measurement

Float types 2 and B (digit 21) cover full 150 # rating of carbon steel and 316/316L SST flanges up to 260 °C (500 °F).
Float type D (digit 21) covers full 300 # rating of 316/316L SST flanges up to 260 °C (500 °F) and of carbon steel flanges up to 200 °C (400 °F).
Pressure rating of float type D: m
 ax. 74,7 bar @ 40 °C (1083 psi @ 100 °F), max. 35,8 bar @ 260 °C (519 psi @ 500 °F);
hydrotest pressure: 89,6 bar @ 40 °C (1300 psi @ 100 °F).

Chamber rating 150 # 300 #

Float material 316 SST Ti Ti
Oper. S.G. Code ➀ Code ➀ Code ➀
0,55 - 0,64 – BE –
0,65 - 0,74 2E BC DE
0,75 - 0,84 2C BB DC
0,85 - 0,94 2B BB DB
0,95 - 1,04 2A BA DA
➀ Code 99 is used for special float. Depending on the application a factory assigned code different from the listed ones is possible.

Interface level measurement

99 Special float

23-25 CENTER-TO-CENTER & VISUAL INDICATION LENGTH - per cm (0.39") increment

030 Min 30 cm (12")
500 Max 500 cm (197")

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DIMENSIONS in mm (inches) – only for PED construction (digit 6 = A)

A➀ Digit 16 Dim. ‘A’

A➀
N, 3 120 (4.72) (REF.) Digit 16 Dim. ‘A’
1 180 (7.09) N, 3 170 (6.69)
2 210 (8.27) 2 270 (10.63)
C/C
&
VIL C/C
&
VIL

B➀
(REF.) B➀

Digit 3 = A Digit 3 = B

A➀ Digit 16 Dim. ‘A’

N, 3 120 (4.72) A➀
Digit 16 Dim. ‘A’
(REF.)
1 180 (7.09)
N, 3 150 (5.91)
2 210 (8.27)
C/C 2 250 (9.84)
&
VIL
C/C
&
VIL

B➀
(REF.)
B➀

Digit 3 = 1 Digit 3 = 2

Dim. ‘B’
Digit 22 Digit 16 = N, 1, 2 Digit 16 = 3
A 245 (9.65) 330 (12.99)
B 290 (11.42) 330 (12.99) Digit 8 = A
C 330 (12.99)
D 375 (14.76)
E 415 (16.34)
150 (5.91)

Digit 8 = M

Digit 8 = R

140 (5.51)

➀
Dimension varies if an interface float is used.
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SPECIFICATIONS | VECTOR™ MAGNETIC LEVEL INDICATOR
Product name Vector™
Materials of construction – Chamber 316/316L stainless steel, 304/304L stainless steel
Carbon steel process connections and fittings available
– Rail & window Aluminium rail with polycarbonate window
– Float 316 stainless steel and titanium - varies depending on process conditions
Construction grade Industrial PED (metallic) or non-PED (plastic)
Approvals Industrial PED units: ATEX II 1 G c T6 (non-electrical equipment)
Certified material test report (CMTR) Available upon request
Pressure class ratings ANSI 150# & 300#
Process connection sizes 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1 1/2" 2"
Process connection types Raised face slip-on style flange, threaded nipple, butt weld nipple
Measuring range 30 cm to 500 cm (12" to 197")
Temperature range -40 °C to +260 °C (-40 °F to +500 °F)
Pressure range Full vacuum to 51,0 bar (740 psi)
All chambers are hydrostatically tested at 1,5x design pressure
Specific gravity Min 0,55
Visual indicators Magnetically actuated flag assembly in contrasting yellow/black, red/white or
red/silver colours
Maximum viewing distance Approximately 30 m (100 ft)
Measuring scale Feet/inches, meters/millimeters, running inches, %
Switch options Model OES electric cam operated snap action switch (refer to bulletin BE 46-138)
Model ORS electric reed switch (refer to bulletin BE 46-138)
Transmitter options Model 2xx Jupiter magnetostrictive transmitter (refer to bulletin BE 46-148)
High temperature insulation Fibreglass material

ACCESSORIES

Electric point level switches Continuous level transmitters

Model: OES Model: ORS Model: Jupiter
10 A DPDT snap action switch 1 A SPDT reed switch Magnetostrictive transmitter

Magnetic particle trap

Ideal for process media containing ferrous particles. These

particles can enter the MLI chamber and coat the magnetic float
rendering it inoperable. The trap will collect these particles so
that they can be periodically removed.

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Magnetic Level Indicator (MLI) MLI with integral Dual-chamber MLI Magnetostrictive tansmitter
guided wave radar

EXPEDITE SHIP PLAN (ESP)

Several models are available for quick shipment, within max. 4 weeks after factory receipt of purchase order, through the Expedite Ship Plan (ESP).
Models covered by ESP service are conveniently colour coded in the selection data charts.
To take advantage of ESP, simply match the colour coded model number codes (standard dimensions apply).
ESP service may not apply to orders of five units or more. Contact your local representative for lead times on larger volume orders, as well as other products and
options.

QUALITY ASSURANCE - ISO 9001:2008

THE QUALITY ASSURANCE SYSTEM IN PLACE AT MAGNETROL GUARANTEES THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF QUALITY DURING THE DESIGN, THE CONSTRUCTION
AND THE SERVICE OF CONTROLS.
OUR QUALITY ASSURANCE SYSTEM IS APPROVED AND CERTIFIED TO ISO 9001:2008 AND OUR TOTAL COMPANY IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING FULL
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION BOTH IN QUALITY PRODUCTS AND QUALITY SERVICE.
:2008
PRODUCT WARRANTY
ALL MAGNETIC LEVEL INDICATORS ARE WARRANTED FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP FOR FIVE FULL YEARS (MECHANICAL PARTS)
/ 18 MONTHS (ELECTRONIC PARTS) FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL FACTORY SHIPMENT.
IF RETURNED WITHIN THE WARRANTY PERIOD; AND, UPON FACTORY INSPECTION OF THE CONTROL, THE CAUSE OF THE CLAIM IS DETERMINED TO BE COVERED UNDER THE
WARRANTY; THEN, MAGNETROL INTERNATIONAL WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CONTROL AT NO COST TO THE PURCHASER (OR OWNER) OTHER THAN TRANSPORTATION.
MAGNETROL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR MISAPPLICATION, LABOR CLAIMS, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING FROM THE INSTALLATION OR USE OF THE
EQUIPMENT. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT, SPECIAL WRITTEN WARRANTIES COVERING SOME M ­ AGNETROL PRODUCTS.

BULLETIN N°: BE 46-140.3

EFFECTVE: JUNE 2016
UNDER RESERVE OF MODIFICATIONS SUPERSEDES: December 2015

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