Installation and Maintenance Instructions for

B400 & B700 ASHCROFT® Snap Action

Switches for Pressure Control

B400 DIMENSIONS
4.00 2.55
4.00 2.55
101.6 64.9
101.6 64.9
Ø .28 1.25 1.25
7.1 31.8 31.8
X3 HOLES .25 .25
6.4 6.4

2.75 5.11 3.31 2.75

3/4 NPT 3/4 NPT
3.31 69.9 FEMALE 129.8 84.1 69.9 FEMALE
84.1
3.25
82.6
2.51
6.46 3.86 63.8
164 97.9 Ø .28
7.1
Ø .34
8.6 X3 HOLES
X2 HOLES
1/4 NPT
FEMALE Ø 2.31
3.19 1/4 NPT
1.38 FEMALE 58.7
81.1
.50 35.2 5.75
12.7 146.1 3.25

STANDARD RANGES
82.6
2.78 BRACKET WHEN

15, 30, 60, 100, 200, 400, 600 psi

70.6 "XBP" VARIATION
3.50 REQUIRED 1.8 lb
1000, 3000 psi
88.9

30˝Hg vac.-0
Ø 5.12 (.81 kg)
2.7 lb

STANDARD RANGES
130

(1.2 kg)
10, 30, 60, 100, 150 ˝H2O
15˝H2O vac.-15˝H2O

B700 DIMENSIONS
Ø 0.28 x 3 HOLES
(7) 5.20 3.58
3.58 (132) (91)
Ø 0.28 x 3 HOLES 5.20 (91)
(7) (132) 1.22
2.18 (31)
(55) 0.03
2.18 1.22 (31) (1)
(55) 0.03
(1)
0.32 0.32
(8) (8)

3.62 1.37
(92) (35) 3.62
(92) Ø 3.90
Ø 3.90 (99)
(99) 5.73
6.43 (146)
163 0.31
1.93 0.31 (8) (8)
1.11 4.37 (49) 1.37
(28) (111) (35)
3/4 NPT
2 HOLES 3/4 NPT 2 HOLES

Ø 0.34 X 2 HOLES 1.93

(9) (49) 2.31
1/4 NPT FEMALE (59)
1.39 0.36
(35) (9)
0.36 4.37
(9) 3.06 (111)
0.50 2.78 (78)
(13) 5.62
(71) (143)
3.50 2.7 lb
(89) 1/4 NPT FEMALE BRACKET WHEN
REQUIRED "XBP" (1.2 kg)
Ø 5.12 VARIATION
(130)

INTRODUCTION left with internal components exposed. During installation insure

The Ashcroft pressure switch is a precision built agency that covers are in place and conduit openings are closed except
approved control device which features a mechanical snap when actually working on the control.
action switch. Controllers are available for operation on pres-
sure or vacuum with fixed or variable differential. Also manual MOUNTING B400 AND B700 SERIES
reset types for operation on increasing or decreasing pressure. Three holes external to the enclosure for surface mounting.
The manual reset types remain tripped until reset by pressing a Location of these holes is shown on the general dimension draw-
button on top of the enclosure. Standard electrical switch is ing. They may also be mounted directly on pressure line using
SPDT, available with various electrical characteristics. Two the pressure connection. When tightening control to pressure
SPDT switch elements mounted together are available except line, always use the wrench flats or hex on the lower housing.
on variable Deadband and manual reset types. Various wetted
material constructions for compatibility with a range of pressure ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
media may be obtained. Remove cover
The Ashcroft snap action pressure switch is furnished in the B400 Series – two screws hold cover to enclosure
standard NEMA 4 and explosion-proof NEMA 7 & 9 enclosure B700 Series – cover unscrews
styles. Both enclosures are epoxy coated aluminum castings.
CONDUIT CONNECTIONS
INSTALLATION Note – It is recommended that Teflon tape or other sealant be
These controls are precision instruments and should never be used on conduit, bushing or plug threads to ensure integrity of
the enclosure.
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 Installation and Maintenance Instructions for
B400 & B700 ASHCROFT® Snap Action
Switches for Pressure Control

B400 Series standard – one 3⁄4˝ NPT conduit hole right side. label affixed to the inside of the control enclosure. When set-
B700 Series standard – two 3⁄4˝ N PT conduit holes with one point has been achieved raise and lower pressure to insure that
permanent plug. NEMA 7 & 9 enclosures require proper conduit setpoint is correct.
seals and breathers as per the National Electrical Code.

B400 & B700 Series – XJL variation – two 3⁄4˝ NPT conduit Once setpoint has been determined, tighten setpoint locking
SETPOINT LOCKING SCREW (B400 ONLY)

holes with two 3⁄4˝ to 1⁄2˝ NPT reducing bushings. screw using a 5/64˝ allen (hex) wrench. Do not over torque;
B400 Series – XJK variation – two 3⁄4˝ NPT conduit holes. setpoint locking screw only needs to be hand tight.

B400 SERIES
SPDT – Wire directly to the switch according to circuit require-
ments. On controls with pilot lights wire lights according to cir-
cuit diagram on inside of cover. See special wiring instruction
tag for single switches with two pilot lights and dual switches
with one or more lights.
When performing calibration or changing the setpoint, the setpoint
locking screw should be loosened before turning the setpoint
adjusting nut. Once calibration is complete, re-tighten the set-
point locking screw.

2 SPDT – Dual switching elements consist of two SPDT switch-

TERMINAL BLOCK
SWITCH A
3

2
Setpoint
TERMINAL BLOCK

Locking
1

SWITCH B

Screw
1

2
C
3

NO
NC
NC
NO

es mounted together in a bracket. Switches are calibrated to

C

have simultaneous operation within 1% of range either on

increasing or decreasing pressure but not in both directions.
Wire directly to the front and rear switch according to circuit
requirements. Leads are provided on rear switch color coded as
follows:
Common – White
Normally Closed – Red
Normally Open – Blue
See SPDT instructions for pilot light hook-up.
When hermetically sealed switch elements(s) are supplied, the
lead color coding is as follows:
Common – White
Normally Closed – Red
Normally Open – Blue
B700 SERIES
SPDT – Wire directly to the switch according to circuit require-
ments.
2 SPDT – Wire to front switch terminal block (left) and rear
switch terminal block (right) as marked. Strip insulation 5⁄16˝,
insert in proper terminal connector and tighten clamping screw
to secure.
ADJUSTMENT OF SETPOINT
B400 & B700 Series – A single setpoint adjustment nut (7⁄8˝) is
located centrally at the bottom on the inside of the enclosure.
For accurate setpoint calibration, mount the switch on a cali-
bration stand, a pump or catalog No.1305 deadweight gauge
tester. A suitable reference standard such as an Ashcroft
Duragauge or Test Gauge is necessary to observe convenient
changes in pressure.
As received, the pressure switch will normally be set to
approximately 90% of the indicated range. Pressurize the
system to required setpoint and turn the adjustment nut until
switch changes mode. Direction of turning is indicated on a
After installation of the control replace cover to insure electrical
safety and to protect internal parts from the environment.
B450 and B750 VARIABLE DEADBAND SWITCHES
Deadband is varied by rotating the wheel on the precision
switch. When viewed from the front of the enclosure, rotation to
the left increases deadband – rotation to the right decreases
deadband. Letters on the wheel may be used as a reference.
Deadbands obtainable will vary from 0.5% to 9% of pressure
range depending on range segment and type of diaphragm.
ADJUSTMENT OF SETPOINT
As received, the pressure switch will normally be set to approxi-
mately 90% of range. Rotate the wheel on the MICRO SWITCH
all the way to the right; this will provide smallest deadband.
Pressurize the system to the required setpoint and turn the
adjustment nut until the switch changes mode. Lower the
pressure to reset the switch. Rotate the wheel on the MICRO
SWITCH until the desired deadband is obtained. The upper
setpoint will be changing upward with this adjustment. Lower
the pressure to reset the switch. Then increase the pressure to
the desired setpoint and turn the adjusting nut until the switch
changes mode. Lower the pressure and check resetpoint and
deadband.
Note – As indicated above, adjustment of setpoint is made by
use of 7⁄8˝ nut. Precision switch element mounting
screws and bracket adjusting screw are factory sealed
and should not be tampered with.
Note – Since vacuum models are already above setpoint at
atmosphere, the Normally Open (NO) circuit will be
closed as received.
Recommended Practices
Ashcroft recommends regular inspection of the operation and
setpoint of the switch in critical applications to prevent issues
that could cause severe damage to personnel or property.

© 2015 Ashcroft Inc., 250 East Main Street, Stratford, CT 06614-5145, USA, Tel: 203-378-8281, Fax: 203-385-0499, www.ashcroft.com
All sales subject to standard terms and conditions of sale. I&M009-10008-10/00 (250-2246E) 06/15