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Vacuum Switch Manufacturers and Companies

IQS Directory is a top industrial directory listing of leading industrial vacuum switch manufacturers and suppliers. Access our comprehensive index to review and source vacuum switch manufacturers with preview ads and detailed product descriptions. These vacuum switch companies can design, engineer and manufacture vacuum switches to your specifications and application need. A quick and easy to use request for quote form is provided for you to contact these vacuum switch manufacturers and suppliers. Each company has detailed profile information, locations, phone number, website links, product videos and product information defined. Read customer reviews and product specific news articles. We are the right resource for your information requirement whether its for a manufacturer of pressure switches, vacuum adjustable switches, vacuum circuit breakers.

  • Mentor, OH

    Tecmark is a designer and manufacturer of remotely actuated controls used by OEMs worldwide. We offer an extensive line of high pressure switches, and our customer service representatives will help you find the perfect model for your application. Whether you are looking for an in-house solution, or an industry need, we continue to develop technological advancements.

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  • Lenexa, KS

    SOR® pressure switches have earned a long-time reputation for their high quality, rugged construction and reliable performance under the most demanding applications. We offer explosion proof, hermetically sealed, and weatherproof switches. We design our pressure switches with high performance in mind, crafting custom, durable pressure switches with the approval of multiple agencies. Our products are designed to be long-lasting, cost effective, and easy to use.

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  • Pompano Beach, FL

    For over 35 years, MPL has specialized in unique miniature pressure switch solutions to the world’s leading manufacturers. MPL pressure sensors and switches can be found in the most demanding environments from automotive to health care where long-life, reliable solutions are required. Visit our website for details.

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  • Los Angeles, CA

    Barksdale Control Products specializes in manufacturing top-quality pressure switches, solid-state pressure switches and other controls which are used for the control and measurement of fluids in industrial applications. Barksdale is a subsidiary of The Crane Company.

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Vacuum Switches Industry Information

Vacuum Switches

Vacuum switches help regulate the pressure between two closed cavities by converting a negative pressure signal to an electrical output. As a safe and cost-effective alternative to safety relief valves, vacuum switches are able to work with gas, electric current, and liquid pressure situations, individually or in a combination. In addition, pressure vacuum switches will detect when a problem, such as leaking pressure during operation, is happening and will shut down the process until the trouble is fixed and an operator restarts the operation.

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Applications of Vacuum Switches

Corrosion-resistant and long-lasting vacuum switches provide control stability through inconsistent conditions and assure continuous service even under extreme shock and vibration.

Often used to control and monitor various processes, vacuum switches are also commonly used in applications as an interlock device to sense gas, air, or water pressure at a specific point, vacuum pressure switches provide on and off control of:

  • Waste Oil Heating Systems
  • Residential Boilers
  • Electric Heaters
  • Pumps
  • Small Air Compressors
  • Transmission Systems

Industries Using Vacuum Switches

Industries that utilize vacuum switches include:

  • Food Processing
  • Aerospace
  • Chemical Processing
  • Residential
  • Industrial
  • Commercial
  • Heating and Cooling
  • Electronics
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Automotive

Processes of Vacuum Switches

Vacuum switches respond to a change in negative pressure.

  • If a change is signaled, an elastomeric diaphragm opens or closes an electrical circuit based on a predetermined pressure set point and activates the vacuum switch.
  • The movement of the diaphragm actuates a single snap-acting switch, a mechanical switch that causes a rapid transfer of contacts from one position to another.
  • When actuated, the snap-acting switch converts the negative pressure signal into an electrical signal.

An elastomeric diaphragm eliminates the need for an oil barrier because they separate pressure instruments from the process media while allowing the instruments to sense the process pressure.

A vacuum switch is set to a certain point of pressure to which it will automatically respond. Field adjustable pressure set points allow the vacuum pressure switch to be calibrated to the correct pressure points for opening and closing the diaphragm.

Design of Vacuum Switches

There are three main vacuum switch designs:

  • Mechanical
  • Pneumatic
  • Electronic

In the mechanical and pneumatic versions, an elastomeric diaphragm reacts to changes in the pressure level and actuates either a mechanical switch or a valve. In the electric version, a piezoresistive pressure sensor measures the pressure level and converts the level into an electrical signal. Construction materials vary depending on the applications, and vacuum switch materials are wide-ranging, including brass, polycarbonate, plated steel, glass reinforced polyester, polyvinyl chloride, and cast aluminum.



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