SERIES J14E
Shielded Tubular Level Gauges
E
Standard Features
- Full Glass Tube Protection – 3-Sided Metal Frame with Clear Polycarbonate Shield
- Stainless Steel or Carbon Steel construction
- Custom Lengths to customer specified center to center dimensions
- Replaces unshielded 5/8” or 3/4”OD tube with a shielded 5/8”OD tube without changing existing valves
- 5/8” or 3/4”OD Nozzles connect to most level gauge valve sets (not included) with 5/8” or 3/4”OD stuffing boxes
- Recommended Valves: Models 416 or 442
- To achieve long lengths with higher glass pressure ratings, glass splicers may be installed
Always specify the valve’s manufacturer and model number when ordering.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Wetted Materials | Plated CS, 316SS, or PVC |
| Frame Materials | Plated CS or 304SS |
| Seals | Fluorocarbon (standard), EPDM, FEP, Buna-N |
| Connection Sizes | 1/2” to 2” |
| Vessel Connection Types | MNPT, 150Lb & 300Lb ASME Flanges |
| Tube Outer Diameter | 5/8” |
| Center to Center Lengths | 8” to 180”+ (±1/16”) |
| Automatic Ball Checks | Yes, for Non-Steam Applications |
| Vent & Drain | Yes |
| Temperature Rating | Up to 400°F (Limited to Seal Ratings) |
| Pressure Rating (Non-Steam) | Up to 600 PSIG |
| Saturated Steam Rating | Up to 232 PSIG @ 400°F |
Shield/Scale Options
- Clear Protective Shield (no scale)
- Height Scale, Rate Scale, or Height and Rate Scale
- Expanded Metal Shield
Size & Connection Options
- Only 5/8” or 3/4” OD Nozzles
- Vessel connections are based on existing valves or valves to be ordered for shielded gauge
Tubing Options
- High Pressure Clear glass
- High Pressure Red Line glass (See Why Red Line)
- Heavy Wall Clear glass
- Heavy Wall Redline glass (See Why Red Line)
- Acrylic plastic
- Polycarbonate plastic
- FEP thermoplastic
- Red Floating Ball in tube
Application Notes:
- Saturated Steam Service: Acceptable when configured for saturated steam/water service
- Potable Water: Plated CS Gauges are not suitable for potable water. Gauges configured with all stainless steel wetted parts only are suitable for potable water
- Vacuum Service: Suitable with ball checks removed and no PTFE seals or FEP tubing is installed
- Gaseous Service: Not acceptable
- Compatibility: Before ordering, verify that all materials of our level gages are compatible with the service media(s), intermittently used cleaners, the environment, and cleaning processes in conjunction with the temperatures and pressures of the application(s) and future applications. John C. Ernst Co. does not make chemical compatibility recommendations. Compatibility is the responsibility of the user and/or specifying party.
WARNING: This product can expose you to certain chemicals, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Replacement Parts:
- Please contact our Sales Dept. sales@ernstinstruments.com or 888-943-5000
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