6803232132F

Panel indicators & Pilot lights are universal signals used to indicate the operation of a system. A 6803232132F is a special type of panel indicator or pilot light that uses a magnetic field to indicate presence of an electrical current. The circuit features a specialty miniature incandescent lamp surrounded by a plastic, cylindrical housing that houses a permanent magnet. As electrical current goes through the lamp, a magnetic field is created which attracts and moves the magnet in the direction of the incandescent lamp.

Construction

The 6803232132F consists of three components; an insulated flat base panel, fixed to the panel and containing a terminal board, an insulating cylindrical body, and the indicator itself. The fixed base allows for secure connection to the panel. The indicators have a neon lamp within an elastomer boot and two steel contact arms attached to the cylindrical body.

Application Field

The 6803232132F is widely used in industrial and commercial environments for indicating flow, level, temperature, pressure or any other operating condition. It is also used to indicate presence or absence of electricity, compressed air, water, steam, gas or other utilities. Furthermore, applications in hazardous locations can be found.

Working Principle

The working principle is based on the magnetic attraction of the permanent magnet which is attracted by the field generated by the lamp-equipped pole of the enclosure. As the supply voltage is applied to the 6803232132F, the neon lamp lights up and creates a magnetic field that moves the magnetic armature towards the center of the indicator. When the armature touches the contact arms, it creates a circuit and passes current to the indicator. The indicator then stays lit as long as the current is passed. If an overload is detected or if power fails, the armature defaults to its open position and the indicator turns off.

Benefits

The 6803232132F provides a number of benefits compared to other indicator types; it is low cost, easy to install and robust. Moreover, as the indicator is always visible, it does not require additional wiring, and unlike digital indicators, it is easy to understand. Furthermore, the indicators can be used for high and low voltage monitoring applications.