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Pressure and Vacuum
Switches for Process
Applications
Form 216
SOR® Pressure Switches
are rugged fi eld-mounted instruments. The
pressure sensing element of the SOR pressure
switch is a force-balance, piston-actuated
assembly. The sensing element is sealed by a
fl exible diaphragm and a static o-ring. A wide
selection of wetted parts materials for media
compatibility and containment are available. A
metal diaphragm may be welded to the
pressure port for certain applications, thereby
eliminating the o-ring.
Application Information
The SOR pressure switches in this catalog are
suitable for a variety of process applications.
Basic models with standard wetted parts are
normally suitable for air, oil, water and non-
corrosive processes. See the Quick Selection
Guide on pages 4 and 5. Specifi c application
requirements can normally be met by selecting
optional components, such as switching
elements, diaphragm systems and pressure
ports. See How to Order on page 3. Certain
applications may require customized specials.
Consult the SOR representative in your area or
the factory.
This catalog describes switches that are:
• General Purpose
• Weathertight
• Conventional Explosion Proof
Other specifi c types of switches available
through your SOR representative are:
• Hermetically Sealed (for hazardous
locations)
• Pivot Seal (for high shock pressures
and cycle rates)
• Differential Pressure
• Temperature (remote and direct mount)
• Electronic and Mechanical Level
• Electronic Pressure 12L
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Features
Pressure and Vacuum
Switches
Complete Product Line
z Standard models and customized
specials cover pressure range from
30 inches Hg VAC to 4000 psi.
Robust Construction
z Rugged, high-cycle rate tolerance, long
life, not critical to vibration, high overrange
and proof pressures, excellent corrosion
resistance to hostile environments.
Instrument Quality
z High resolution of Set Points, high
repeatability, narrow dead band,
negligible temperature effect.
Wetted Parts
z Wide selection materials, process
connection confi gurations and sizes.
Optional “fi re-safe” pressure sensor.
Snap-Action Electrical Switching
z Wide selection UL Listed and CSA
Certifi ed switching elements for AC
and DC service. Optional “hermetically
sealed” capsule for hazardous and hostile
environments.
Field Adjustable
z Self-locking adjustment, no special tools
required. No-charge factory calibration.
Cost Effective
z Simple and fast installation without
special tools, long service life, no
required periodic service or spare
parts.
UL Listed, CSA Certifi ed, ATEX
Certifi ed, FM, TIIS Approved Models
z Meets most code and customer
requirements.
Built-In Quality
z Rigid quality standards maintained from
raw material to fi nished product.
Service
z Factory sales engineers and area
SOR representatives provide
effective and prompt worldwide
service.
Delivery
z Routine shipments 7 to 10 working
days. Emergency shipments via same
day air.
Warranty
z 3 years from date of manufacture.
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Quick Selection Guide
Basic SOR pressure switches with standard wetted parts are normally suitable for air, oil, water and
non-corrosive processes. The Quick Selection Guide on pages 4 and 5 shows these basic SOR
pressure and vacuum switches. Corrosive service and particular customer requirements may require
optional components. Refer to How to Order section below to build a customized model number or
the dedicated page to locate optional components, such as switching elements, diaphragm systems,
pressure ports and accessories. Each position in the model number, except Accessories, must have
a designator.
Design and specifi cations are subject to change without notice. For latest revision, see www.sorinc.com.
6NN-K5-M4-C2A-YY
Model Number System
DiaphragmHousingPiston Switching
Element
Range
Spring
Pressure Port Accessories
Applications
SOR pressure switches in this catalog are suitable for a wide variety of continuous pressure
applications. Specifi c application requirements can normally be met by selecting optional
components, such as, switching elements, diaphragm systems and pressure ports. Certain
applications may require customized specials. Consult the SOR representative in your area or
the factory.
How to Order
Information and data in this catalog are formatted to provide a convenient guide to assist
instrument engineers, plant engineers and end users in selecting pressure switches for their unique
applications.
Steps 1 through 5 are required. Step 6 is optional. Orders must have complete Model Numbers,
i.e. each component must have a designator.
Step 1: Select Piston-Spring adjustable range/Set Point from Specifi cations
(pages 7 & 8). (Piston/Spring combination determines adjustable range.)
Step 2: Select Housing for type of pressure switch and service (page 9).
Step 3: Select electrical Switching Element for electrical service (pages 10 & 11).
Step 4: Select Diaphragm and O-Ring for process compatibility and containment
(pages 12 & 13).
Step 5: Select Pressure Port for process compatibility and connection (page 14).
Step 6: Select Accessories required for service (page 16).
How to Order
Pressure and Vacuum
Switches
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Pressure and Vacuum
Switches Quick Selection Guide - Pressure
Explosion Proof
Weathert ight
Basic SOR pressure switches with standard wetted parts are normally suitable for air, oil, water
and non-corrosive processes. Corrosive service and particular customer requirements may require
optional components. Refer to How to Order on page 3 to locate optional components, such as,
housing, switching elements, diaphragm systems, pressure ports and accessories. Each position in
the model number, except Accessories, must have a designator.
Weathert ight Explosion Proof
Standard Construction
• Housing: NN - aluminum; L - cast iron
• Switching Element: SPDT; N - 10 amps @
250 VAC; K - 15 amps @ 250 VAC
• Diaphragm & O-ring: N4 - primary (wetted)
diaphragm, TCP; o-ring (wetted) Buna-N
• Pressure Port: 1/4” NPT(F); B1A - aluminum;
F1A - carbon steel
Notes
1. See balance of catalog for construction options.
2. Dead band values are expressed as typical
expected at mid-range for a particular model
number. See Dead Band Considerations on
page 8.
3. Design and specifi cations subject to change
without notice. For latest revision, see
www.sorinc.com.
Weathertight
Model Number
Adjustable
Range
(increasing pressure)
psi (in. wc.)
Typical
Dead Band
psi
(in. wc.)
Explosion-Proof
Model Number
12NN - N66 - N4 - B1A (0.6 to 2.5) (0.4) 12L - N66 - N4 - B1A
12NN - K614 - N4 - B1A (2.5 to 45.0) (0.8) 12L - K614 - N4 - B1A
12NN - K2 - N4 - B1A 0.4 to 2.0 0.1 12L - K2 - N4 - B1A
12NN - K4 - N4 - B1A 0.5 to 6.0 0.1 12L - K4 - N4 - B1A
12NN - K5 - N4 - B1A 0.75 to 12 0.1 12L - K5 - N4 - B1A
12NN - K45 - N4 - B1A 1 to 16 0.15 12L - K45 - N4 - B1A
Piston 12 Overrange 200 (psi) Proof 400 (psi)
Weathertight Model
Number
Adjustable
Range
(increasing pressure)
psi
Typical
Dead Band
psi
Explosion-Proof
Model Number
4NN - K2 - N4 - B1A 2 to 8 0.2 4L - K2 - N4 - B1A
4NN - K4 - N4 - B1A 2 to 25 0.3 4L - K4 - N4 - B1A
4NN - K5 - N4 - B1A 3 to 50 0.4 4L - K5 - N4 - B1A
4NN - K45 - N4 - B1A 4 to 75 0.5 4L - K45 - N4 - B1A
Piston 4 Overrange 750 (psi) Proof 1000 (psi)
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Standard Construction
• Housing: NN - aluminum; L - cast iron
• Switching Element: SPDT; K - 15 amps @
250 VAC
• Diaphragm & O-ring: N4 - primary (wetted)
diaphragm, TCP; o-ring (wetted) Buna-N
• Pressure Port: 1/4” NPT(F); B1A - aluminum;
F1A - carbon steel
Notes
1. See balance of catalog for construction options.
2. Dead band values are expressed as typical
expected at mid-range for a particular model
number. See Dead Band Considerations on
page 8.
3. Design and specifi cations subject to change
without notice. For latest revision, see
www.sorinc.com.
Weathert ight Explosion Proof
Explosion ProofWeathert ight
Standard Construction
• Housing: NN - aluminum; L - cast iron
• Switching Element: SPDT; K - 15 amps @ 250 VAC
• Diaphragm & O-ring: N4 - primary (wetted)
diaphragm, TCP; o-ring (wetted) Buna-N. Piston
56 primary (wetted) diaphragm, 316SS.
• Pressure Port: 1/4” NPT(F); B1A - aluminum;
F1A - carbon steel
Notes
1. See balance of catalog for construction options.
2. Dead band values are expressed as typical
expected at mid-range for a particular model
number. See Dead Band Considerations on
page 8.
3. Design and specifi cations subject to change
without notice. For latest revision, see
www.sorinc.com.
Quick Selection Guide - Vacuum
Weathertight
Model Number
Adjustable Range
(increasing pressure)
psi
Typical
Dead
Band
psi
Explosion-Proof
Model Number
6NN - K2 - N4 - F1A 7 to 30 0.5 6L - K2 - N4 - F1A
6NN - K3- N4 - F1A 12 to 100 0.9 6L - K3 - N4 - F1A
6NN - K5- N4 - F1A 20 to 180 1.4 6L - K5 - N4 - F1A
6NN - K45- N4 - F1A 25 to 275 1.9 6L - K45 - N4 - F1A
5NN - K3- N4 - F1A 25 to 240 2.2 5L - K3 - N4 - F1A
5NN - K5- N4 - F1A 35 to 375 3.1 5L - K5 - N4 - F1A
5NN - K45- N4 - F1A 45 to 550 3.9 5L - K45 - N4 - F1A
9NN - K4- N4 - F1A 100 to 500 5.3 9L - K4 - N4 - F1A
9NN - K5- N4 - F1A 200 to 1000 9.2 9L - K5 - N4 - F1A
9NN - K45- N4 - F1A 200 to 1750 15 9L - K45 - N4 - F1A
1NN - K45- N4 - F1A 500 to 4000 98 1L - K45 - N4 - F1A
Piston 6, 5
9
1
Overrange 1500 (psi)
2500
5000
Proof 2500 (psi)
6000
6000
Weathertight
Model Number
Adjustable Range
Vacuum-O-Pressure
in. Hg (in. wc)
Typical
Dead
Band
in. Hg
(in. wc)
Explosion-Proof
Model Number
52NN - K116 - M4 - B1A (20 - 0 - 20) (0.9) 52L - K116 - N4 - B1A
52NN - K117 - M4 - B1A (40 - 0 - 40) (1.1) 52L - K117 - N4 - B1A
54NN - K117 - M4 - B1A 15 - 0 - 15 0.5 54L - K117 - N4 - B1A
54NN - K118 - M4 - B1A 30 - 0 0.5 54L - K118 - N4 - B1A
56NN - K216 - M2 - F1A 30 - 0 - 20 1.0 56L - K216 - M2 - F1A
56NN - K316 - M2 - F1A 30 - 0 - 160 1.4 56L - K316 - M2 - F1A
Piston 52
54
56
Overrange 200 (psi)
750
1500
Proof 400 (psi)
1000
2500
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Pressure Switch
A bi-stable electromechanical device that
actuates/deactuates one or more electrical
switching element(s) at a predetermined
discrete pressure/vacuum (Set Point) upon
rising or falling pressure/vacuum.
Adjustable Range
The span of pressure between upper and lower
limits within which the pressure switch may be
adjusted to actuate/deactuate. It is expressed
for increasing pressure.
Set Point
That discrete pressure at which the pressure
switch is adjusted to actuate/deactuate on
rising or falling pressure. It must fall within
the adjustable range and be called out as
increasing or decreasing pressure.
Dead Band
The difference in pressure between the
increasing Set Point and the decreasing Set
Point. It is expressed as typical, which is an
average with the increasing Set Point at
mid-range for a pressure switch with the
standard K switching element. It is normally
fi xed (non-adjustable).
Fire-Safe
The ability of a welded seal pressure sensor to
contain the process at elevated temperatures
up to 1200°F at the rated overrange pressure,
unsupported by the body of the pressure switch.
Hermetically Sealed
A welded steel capsule with glass-to-metal,
factory-sealed electrical leads that isolates the
electrical switching element(s) from the
environment.
Overrange
The maximum input pressure that may be
continuously applied to the pressure switch
without causing permanent change of Set
Point, leakage or material failure.
Pressure and Vacuum
Switches Glossary of Terms
SOR recognizes that there is no industry convention with respect to terminology and defi nitions
pertinent to pressure switches. This glossary applies to SOR pressure switches.
Proof Pressure
The maximum input pressure that may be
continuously applied to the pressure switch
without causing leakage or catastrophic
material failure. Permanent change of Set
Points may occur, or the device may be
rendered inoperative.
Repeatability
The ability of a pressure switch to successively
operate at a Set Point that is approached from
a starting point in the same direction and returns
to the starting point over three consecutive
cycles to establish a pressure profi le.
Repeatability on SOR switches will be smaller
than 1% of full scale per ISA/ANSI S51.1.
SPDT Switching Element
Single-Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) has three
connections: C — Common, NO — Normally
Open and NC — Normally Closed, which
allows the switching element to be electrically
connected to the circuit in either NO or
NC state.
DPDT Switching Element
DPDT is two synchronized SPDT switching
elements which actuate together at increasing
Set Point and deactuate together at decreasing
Set Point. Discrete SPDT switching elements
allow two independent circuits to be switched;
i.e., one AC and one DC.
The synchronization linkage is factory set, and
is not fi eld adjustable. Synchronization is
verifi ed by connecting test lamps to the
switching elements and observing them go
“On” simultaneously at actuation and “Off”
simultaneously at deactuation.
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This table is a listing of piston-spring combinations and the corresponding adjustable ranges, dead bands,
overrange and proof pressures. Adjustable range is expressed for increasing pressure; the Set Point must be
within the adjustable range. Dead band is expressed as typical. See Dead Band Considerations on page 8.
1. Dead band values are expressed as typical
expected at mid-range with the standard K
switching element assembly installed. When
optional switching elements are specifi ed,
corresponding dead band multipliers shown
on pages 8 and 10 must be applied.
2. The 12/66 piston/spring combination is
available with the N switching element only.
3. Adjustable range becomes 10 to 45 in. wc
whenever switching elements other than K, KA,
W or D are used.
4. Special ranges may be possible. Consult the
factory or the SOR representative in your area.
5. Diaphragms may have an additional effect on
dead band. See page 13, Note 9.
6. Diaphragm life may be limited by using T or H
switching elements with Numbers 1 and
9 pistons.
7. Metric bar (mbar) values are practical
equivalents of the reference English values; not
necessarily exact mathematical conversions.
This data appears on the product nameplate
when metric engineering units are specifi ed.
8. A breather drain (Accessory KK, see page 16)
should be specifi ed when low pressure
adjustable ranges are used in environments
with signifi cant ambient temperature changes.
9. Filled isolators attached to the pressure switch
will affect dead band.
Piston-Spring
Designators
Adjustable Range4 Typical Dead Band1 Overrange Proof
psi
(in. wc)
bar
[mbar]
psi
(in. wc)
bar
[mbar] psi bar psi bar
12 - 662 (0.6 to 2.5) [1.5 to 6.2] (0.4) [1]
200 14 400 28
12 - 6143 (2.5 to 45) [6.2 to 110] (0.8) [2]
12 - 2 0.4 to 2.0 [30 to 140] 0.1 [7]
12 - 4 0.5 to 6.0 [35 to 415] 0.1 [7]
12 - 5 0.75 to 12 [50 to 830] 0.1 [7]
12 - 45 1 to 16 [70 to 1100] 0.15 [10]
4 - 2 2 to 8 [140 to 550] 0.2 [15]
750 50 1000 70
4 - 4 2 to 25 0.14 to 1.7 0.3 [20]
4 - 5 3 to 50 0.2 to 3.5 0.4 [30]
4 - 45 4 to 75 0.3 to 5 0.5 [35]
6 - 2 7 to 30 0.5 to 2 0.5 [35]
1500 100 2500 170
6 - 3 12 to 100 0.8 to 7 0.9 [60]
6 - 5 20 to 180 1.4 to 12 1.4 [95]
6 - 45 25 to 275 1.7 to 19 1.9 0.1
5 - 3 25 to 240 1.7 to 16 2.2 0.15
5 - 5 35 to 375 2.4 to 26 3.1 0.2
5 - 45 45 to 550 3.1 to 38 3.9 0.25
9 - 46 100 to 500 7 to 35 5.3 0.5
2500 170 6000 4109 - 56 200 to 1000 14 to 70 9.2 0.6
9 - 456 200 to 1750 14 to 120 15 1
1 - 456 500 to 4000 35 to 275 98 7 5000 340 6000 410
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This table is a listing of piston–spring combinations and the corresponding adjustable ranges, dead bands,
overrange and proof pressures. SOR vacuum switches are compound; they will operate in either vacuum or
pressure modes. Adjustable range is expressed from maximum vacuum decreasing to zero gauge and
increasing to maximum pressure. Dead band is expressed as typical. See dead band considerations below.
The Set Point must be within the adjustable range. A vacuum switch is generally better suited than a pressure
switch for Set Points very near zero gauge.
Notes
1. Dead band values are expressed as typical
expected at mid-range with the standard K
switching element assembly installed. When
optional switching elements are specifi ed,
corresponding dead band multipliers shown
below must be applied.
2. Special ranges may be possible. Consult the
factory or the SOR representative in your area.
3. Diaphragms may have an additional effect
on dead band. See page 13, Note 9.
4. Metric bar (mbar) values are practical
equivalents of the reference English values;
not necessarily exact mathematical conversions.
This data appears on the product nameplate when
metric engineering units are specifi ed.
1. Dead band values are expressed as typical expected at
mid-adjustable range using the standard K switching element.
When optional switching elements are specifi ed, corresponding
dead band multipliers must be applied.
2. Dead bands are fi xed (non-adjustable), except when T or H
switching elements are used.
3. Dead band can be adjustable by selecting T or H switching
element. (Diaphragm life may be limited when used with
Numbers 1 and 9 pistons.)
4. Dead band multipliers must be applied to the typical dead band
value shown for piston-spring combination in specifi cations,
pages 7 and 8, whenever optional switching elements other
than K, KA or W are used.
5. Dead band can be widened by selecting an optional switching
element with a multiplier greater than 1.0.
Example: Model 6NN-G5-M4-C2A-YY
Typical Dead Band 1.4 psi
G-Switching Element multiplier = 3
Corrected Typical Dead Band 1.4 x 3 = 4.2 psi
6. See item #9, page 7.
Dead Band Considerations
52NN-K116-M4-C2A-YY
Switching Element
Designators
Dead Band
Multiplier
K, KA, N, W 1.0
D, E, J, M, Y 1.5
BD 2.5
A, B, EF, G, JF 3.0
L, YY 3.5
AF, CA, EE 4.0
C, JJ, S 5.0
EG, JG 5.5
AA, BB, GG, KK 6.0
LL 6.5
AG 8.5
T 2.5 to 6.5
H 1.0 to 3.0
Piston-Spring
Adjustable Range2
(Vacuum - 0 - Pressure)
Typical Dead Band1
(Vacuum Mode) Overrange Proof
in. Hg
(in. wc)
bar
[mbar]
in. Hg
(in. wc) mbar psi bar
psi bar
52 - 116 (20 - 0 - 20) [50 - 0 - 50] (0.9) 2
200 14 400 28
52 - 117 (40 - 0 - 40) [100 - 0 - 100] (1.1) 3
54 - 117 15 - 0 - 15 0.5 - 0 - 0.5 0.5 17
750 50 1000 70
54 - 118 30 - 0 1.0 - 0 0.5 17
56 - 216 30 - 0 - 20 1.0 - 0 - 0.7 1.0 34
1500 100 2500 170
56 - 316 30 - 0