Series 20
Differential Pressure Switch
Explosion Proof Weathertight
General
These instructions provide information for installation,
electrical connection, process connection and calibra-
tion of SOR Series 20 Differential Pressure Switches.
Series 20 Differential Principle
Basic construction is a Static “O” Ring diaphragm and
piston pressure sensor. Process pressure acts on the
diaphragm to produce force Fh against the piston.
Fh is counteracted by two forces: Fl, which comes
from the Lo side Pressure port through the electrical
housing, and Fs which comes from the adjustable
range spring. Since the Lo side process media
pressurizes the electrical housing, Lo side process
media is limited to clean, dry air or inert gas.
When Fh exceeds the combination of F l and Fs,
the piston (and piston shaft) moves to actuate the
electrical switching element.
There are only three wetted parts on the Hi side
process connection: pressure port, diaphragm and
o-ring.
The force-balance system virtually eliminates friction
and resultant wear while yielding excellent repeatability.
Series 20 Differential Pressure Switches are well
suited for a variety of process applications. They are
not intended for high pressure fluid power (hydraulic)
applications where high shock pressures and high
cycle rates are expected.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
For latest revision, see www.sorinc.com
SOR Form 536 (07.02) Printed in USA Registered Quality System to ISO 9001
General Instructions
NC
NO
C
FI
Fd
Fs
Fh
A
Installation
This type of differential pressure switch can be
mounted in any position. Install low range models in
the same orientation that they are calibrated.
Weathertight Housing
Attach the device to a suitable surface or pipe stan-
chion bracket with two 1/4-inch diameter bolts. Line
mounting by either process or electrical connection
is not recommended.
Explosion Proof Housing
The TA housing must be attached with 2-inch U-bolts
over the housing hubs or two 1/4-inch diameter bolts.
Line mounting by either process or electrical connec-
tion is not recommended.
CAUTION: Failure to mount the housing on a flat
mounting surface may result in torsional forces on the
housing that could cause false trips or render the
pressure switch inoperative.
IMPORTANT: When mounting to an irregular or
uneven surface, install rubber washers on the bolts
between the housing and the mounting surface
(except in high vibration applications) to prevent
housing deformation, which could change the relative
positions of internal parts and affect calibration or
render the device inoperative.
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 Process Connection
Pressure ports are marked HI and LO to indicate the
high and low process pressure connections. Connect
process piping accordingly. Use two wrenches — one
to hold the hex pressure port to prevent it from
moving, the other to tighten the process pipe or tube
fitting.
CAUTION: Low side port must be supplied with clean,
dry air, or inert gas only.
IMPORTANT: Care should be taken not to loosen the
pressure port from the body or the body from the
housing.
Electrical Connection
CAUTION: Electrical power must be disconnected
from explosion proof models before the cover is
removed. Failure to do so could result in severe
personal injury or substantial property damage.
Ensure that wiring conforms to all applicable local and
national electrical codes and install unit(s) according
to relevant national and local safety codes.
SOR Series 20 Differential Pressure Switches have
18-inch 18 AWG color-coded wire leads which extend
switching element contact circuits through a glass-to-
metal seal. The glass-to-metal seal assembly main-
tains Lo side pressure containment. Use two
wrenches, one on the seal assembly and one on the
conduit fitting to avoid movement of the seal assembly
during installation.
Wiring Schematic
SPDT
Blue (C)
Black (NO)
Red (NC)
Green (GND)
(optional)
Differential Pressure
2-SPDT
Blue (C)
Black (NO)
Red (NC)
Yellow (C)
Brown (NO)
Orange (NC)
Calibration
CAUTION: Before removing the cover during test or
while the unit is in service, relieve pressure inside the
housing by venting Lo side pressure to atmosphere.
When replacing the cover, tighten it securely. Pres-
surize the Lo side and apply a liquid leak test solution
around the cover seal to make sure that pressure is
not leaking.
If a set point was specified for factory calibration,
there may be no need to remove the pressurized
electrical housing cover. Factory calibration can be
verified on a test bench by connecting a continuity
tester across the common (C) and normally open
(NO) wire leads. Pressurize the Hi side pressure port
and check actuation (deactuation) points on a cali-
brated reference gauge.
WARNING: Untis in Hazardous Locations-Prior to
calibration, make sure that the work area is declassi-
fied before removing the explosion proof cover to
calibrate the unit. Failure to do so could result in
severe personal injury or substantial property
damage.
CAUTION: Disconnect electrical power before remov-
ing cover in hazardous area! Avoid movement of the
electrical switching element or its bracket. It has been
precisely positioned for optimum performance at the
factory. Even slight movement will affect performance;
excessive movement can render device inoperative.
If no set point was specified for factory calibration, or
if the set point specification has changed:
1. Remove housing cover. Calibrate the device as a
gauge pressure switch. Turn the set point adjusting
nut clockwise to increase the set point, or counter-
clockwise to decrease the set point.
2. To verify Series 20 operation under system operat-
ing conditions, install the cover and tighten it
securely. Connect the HI and LO sides to suitable
pressure sources and raise the pressures simulta-
neously to the expected system operating
pressure. Apply a liquid leak test solution around
the cover seal to make sure that Lo side pressure
is not leaking. Vary Lo side pressure to verify
actuation (deactuation) of the electrical switching
element at the desired Differential Pressure
Set Point.

No. 1 No. 2 Green (GND)

(optional)

Differential Pressure

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 Dimensions
Dimensions in these instructions are for reference only. They may be changed without notice. Contact the
factory for Certified Drawings for a particular model number. Linear = mm/in.

Weathertight — NEMA 4, 4X, IP65 Conventional Explosion Proof

Designator: RB, RH Designator: TA

101.6 70.6 195.6 93.7

4.00 2.78 7.70 Process 3.69
Process 70.6
69.8 28.7 Connection Low 22.4
Connection 26.2 2.78
2.75 103.4 1.13 0.88
36.6 Low 1.03
4.07 2 Holes
1.44
25.4 Ø 7.87
96.5 9.9
1.00 0.31
Electrical. 3.80 0.39
(TYP.)
Connection (TYP)
98.6
3.88 3/4 NPT(F) 212.9
*
with 457.2 8.38
MIN.
18.00
Length wires

Piston Number 22
117.1 Electrical
40.4 7.1 *
4.61 Connection
1.59 0.28
197.1 3/4 NPT(F)
*
7.76 w/ 457.2
39.4 MIN.
58.2 18.00
*
2.29 78.5 1.55 Length wires 47.2
3.09 1.86
(TYP) Process
94.5 Connection
7.1 WD. x 13.5 LG. Ø High
.28 .53 3.72
Process Connection High
SLOT (TYP. 2)

H i Side Process * Length

C onnection Siz e
1/4 NPT(F) Shown
1/2 NPT(F)

1 NPT(F) Add 5.6

0.22

2 NPT(F) Add 25.4

1.00

101.6 . 195.6 93.7

70.6
4.00 70.6 7.70 3.69
69.8 2.78
28.7 26.2 2.78 Process Connection Low 22.4
36.6 2.75 103.4 1.13 1.03 0.88
2 Holes
1.44 4.07
Ø 7.87 96.5
25.4 0.31 3.80
1.00 9.9
(TYP.) 0.39
Electrical. 212.9 * (TYP)
98.6

Piston Number 24
Connection 8.38
3.88
3/4 NPT(F)
with 457.2
MIN.
18.00
Length wires 117.1 *
40.4 4.61
Electrical.
1.59 7.1
197.1 Connection.
* 0.2 3/4 NPT(F)
7.76
39.4 with 457.2 MIN.
58.2 18.00
2.29
* 78.5 1.55
Length wires
3.09 27.4
(TYP) 1.08
7.1 WD. x 13.5 LG. Process
Connection
.28 .53 Process 54.9 High
SLOT (TYP. 2) Connection Ø
2.16
High

H i Side Process * Length

C onnection Siz e
1/4 NPT(F) Shown
1/2 NPT(F)

1 NPT(M) Add 46.0

1.81

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