Vibrating level switches | sensors | detectors | for bulk materials and liquid level control
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Vibrating level sensors, also known as vibrating level detectors or switches, are reliable and widely used solutions for level control of bulk materials and liquids in industry, energy, agriculture, and automation systems. The sensors operate on the vibration (fork) principle and allow precise detection of whether the medium has reached a set level – regardless of density fluctuations, dust, foam, or flow turbulence.
These are universal, durable, and almost maintenance-free level control solutions, suitable for both simple and complex industrial applications.
Functions and operating principle
A vibrating level sensor generates constant vibration. When the vibrating fork enters the medium, the vibration frequency changes – the sensor detects this and switches the output signal.
This allows the sensor to be used as:Maximum level protection
Minimum level signaling
Overflow prevention
Empty tank or silo monitoring
A major advantage is the absence of moving mechanical parts, which reduces the risk of failures.
ApplicationFor household / semi-professional users: Water tank level control. Granule, sawdust, or fuel reservoirs. Simple automation systems (pump on/off).
For electricians: Quick installation and wiring. Compatibility with PLCs, relays, controllers.
For engineers / automation specialists: Stable operation regardless of medium properties. Suitable for dusty, aggressive, foaming media. Easy integration into SCADA, BMS, industrial PLC networks
For industrial users: Silos, bunkers, tanks. Food, chemical, construction materials, agricultural sectors.
ProsReliable measurement principle
Independent of medium color, conductivity, or foam
Operates in dusty and vibrating environments
Minimal maintenance requirements
Long service life
Suitable for both liquids and bulk materials
ConsNot intended for continuous level measurement – operate as switches
Not suitable for very sticky products
Higher cost than simple float solutionsVibrating level sensors (detectors, switches) are a professional, reliable, and universally applicable solution for level control in both household and industrial systems.
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Bulk | liquid material vibrating level switch | sensor | detector | 100-1000mm | 18-30VDC / 85-250VAC | 5A | DPDT | explosion-proofCode: ES-LSK320Price 366.81 € VAT incl.( 303.15 € VAT excl. )
Bulk | liquid material vibrating level switch | sensor | detector | 40mm | 18-30VDC / 85-250VAC | 5A | SPDTCode: ES-LSK311Price 366.81 € VAT incl.( 303.15 € VAT excl. )
Bulk | liquid material vibrating level switch | sensor | detector | 100-1000mm | 18-30VDC / 85-250VAC | 5A | DPDTCode: ES-LSK310Price 366.81 € VAT incl.( 303.15 € VAT excl. )
