Technical Information

Minicap FTC260, FTC262

Capacitive Limit Detection
Compact switch for limit detection with active build-up
compensation; No calibration necessary
Version available for dust explosion areas

Applications
Minicap is designed for limit detection of light bulk
solids, with a grain size up to max. 30 mm and a
dielectric constant εr ≥ 1.6, e.g. grain products, flour,
milk powder, animal feed, cement, chalk or gypsum.
Versions:
• Minicap FTC260 (left): with 140 mm rod probe,
with FDA listed material;
for bulk solids and liquids
• Minicap FTC262 (right): with max. 6 m rope probe;
for bulk solids
• Relay output (potential-free change-over contact /
SPDT) with AC or DC power
• PNP output with three-wire DC power
Your Benefits
• Complete unit consisting of the probe and electronic
insert:
– simple mounting
– no calibration on start-up
• Active build-up compensation
– accurate switch point even with heavy build-up
on the probe
– high operational safety
• Mechanically rugged
– no wearing parts
– long operating life
– no maintenance
• The rope probe of the Minicap FTC262 can be
shortened
– optimum matching to the measuring point in the silo
– less stocks required

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Table of contents

Function and system design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Human interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Measuring principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Operating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Measuring System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Certificates and approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 CE approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Measured variable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ex approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Measuring range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Overspill protection FTC260 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ordering information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Output signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Product structure FTC260 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Signal on alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Product structure FTC262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Switching delay when free or covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Overvoltage category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Protection class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transparent cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Rope shortening set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Supply voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Supplementary documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Terminal compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operating manual (BA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Safety instructions (XA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Performance characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Reference operating conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Hysteresis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Switch point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Power up response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Long-term drift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Influence of medium temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Operating conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation instructions FTC260 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation instructions FTC262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Ambient temperature range T1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Ambient temperature limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Storage temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Climate class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Degree of protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Shock resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Vibrational resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Electromagnetic compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Process temperature range T2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Process temperature limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Process pressure range pe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Temperature diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Mechanical construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Design, Dimensions (in mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Material for wetted parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Process connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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Function and system design

General Information Technical specifications to DIN 19259

Measuring principle Limit Detection

A metal plate at the end of the probe, within the insulation, and the integrated counter-electrode together with
the surroundings combine to form the two electrodes of a capacitor.
If the probe is covered or free of material, then the capacitance changes and the Minicap switches.

Active Build-up Compensation

The Minicap detects build-up on the probe and compensates for its effects so that the switch point is always
accurate. The effects of build-up compensation depend on:
• the thickness of the build-up on the probe,
• conductivity of the material,
• the sensitivity setting on the electronic insert.

Setting the Sensitivity

The Minicap is so calibrated at the factory that it correctly switches in most cases.
Greater sensitivity can be set using a multi-pole switch on the electronic insert. This is only necessary,
however,if there is very strong build-up on the probe, or if the dielectric constant of the material εr is very small.

LEDs
MAX

A
FTC262
B

10.8V…45V DC
–
+ –
1 2 3
C
D DC PNP
MIN

I max 200 mA

1
1 2
2 3
3

Switch position

Maximum Sensitivity
fail-safe

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Factory setting on switches

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Function Range
There is a loose relationship between the dielectric constant εr and density ρ of the material.
However, this depends on the solid.
The table on the left indicates whether the Minicap can be used or if application limits are exceeded.

Grain, seed, legumes and their products

Examples ρ in g/l εr Function

(approx.) (approx.)

Rice 770 3.0 yes

Cornstarch (packed) 680 2.6 yes

Flour (wheat) 580 2.4 yes

Corn grist 500 2.1 yes

Sunflower seeds 380 1.9 yes

Noodles 370 1.9 yes

Bran (wheat) 250 1.7 yes

Popcorn 30 1,1 no

Minerals, inorganic materials

Cement 1050 2.2 yes

Plaster 730 1.8 yes

Chalk (packed) 540 1.6 (yes)

Chalk (loose) 360 1.4 no

Plastics

ABS granulate 630 1.7 yes

PA granulate 620 1.7 yes

PE granulate 560 1.5 no

PVC powder 550 1.4 no

PU-PU dust 80 1.1 no

Grey background:
Application limits of Minicap exceeded.
Recommendation:
Soliphant FTM to be used.

In general:
If the dielectric constant of the solid is not known, then the density (apparent weight) of the solid is a deciding
factor.
Under normal conditions the Minicap functions in foodstuffs with a density of 250 g/l and above or in plastic
or mineral materials with a density of 600 g/l and above.

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Minimum/Maximum Fail-Safe Mode

The Minicap FTC260 can be set to minimum or maximum fail-safe mode (see following table).

AC or DC version with relay output

(potential-free change-over contact):
• Maximum fail-safe mode:
The relay is de-energised when the probe is covered or the power supply fails.
• Minimum fail-safe mode:
The relay is de-energised when the probe is free or the power supply fails.

DC version with PNP output:

• Maximum fail-safe mode:
The switch output is blocked when the probe is covered or the power supply fails.
• Minimum fail-safe mode:
The switch output is blocked when the probe is free or the power supply fails.

Switch position Level Relay output Transistor output Red LED for Green LED for
SPDT PNP switching status stand-by

1 3
3 4 5 L+
Relay
Probe covered de-energised blocked

Maximum
fail-safe mode

1 3
3 4 5 L+ +

Probe free Relay energised connected

1 3
3 4 5 L+ +

Probe covered Relay energised connected

Minimum
fail-safe mode

1 3
3 4 5 L+
Relay
Probe free de-energised blocked

U 0V
1 3
3 4 5 L+
Power failure Relay
de-energised blocked

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Selecting the switch position and function

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Measuring System Minicap is an electronic switch. The complete measuring system consists of:
• the Minicap FTC260 or FTC262
• a power supply and
• controllers, switching devices, signal transmitters (e.g. lamps, horns, PCS, PLC, etc.)

FTC262

FTC260

MAX

FTC260
MIN

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Limit detection in silos containing solids

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Input
Measured variable Limit detection

Measuring range • FTC260: εr ≥ 1.6

• FTC262: εr ≥ 1.5

Output
Output signal • DC, PNP transistor output:
Switching: PNP
Imax 200 mA
– overload and short circuit protection
– residual voltage at transistor
at Imax < 2.9 V
• AC / DC, Relay output:
Contact: change-over,
potential-free
U~max 253 V, I~max 4 A (AC)
P~max 1000 VA, cos ϕ = 1
P~max 500 VA, cos ϕ > 0.7
I%max 4 A up to U% 30 V (DC)
I%max 0.2 A up to U% 253 V (DC)

Signal on alarm • DC, PNP transistor output:

< 100 µA
• AC / DC, Relay output:
relay de-energised

Switching delay when free or • FTC260: 0.5 s

covered
• FTC262: 0.8 s

Overvoltage category Category III (EN 61010)

Protection class Protection class to EN 61010-1

• FTC260: Class II
• FTC262: Class I

Power supply
Electrical connection To ensure that the Minicap operates safely and without electrical interference, it must be connected to an
earthed silo with metal or reinforced concrete walls.
For silos made of non-conductive materials, the external earth wire of the Minicap must be connected to a
conductive and earthed component which is earthed near to the silo.
The protective earth can be connected to the internal earth terminal of the Minicap.
Connections can be made with standard instrument cabling.
See TI 241F/00/en for information on EMC (testing procedures, installation).
Connect the potential matching lead (PAL) when using in dust explosion hazardous areas.
Note national regulations!

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Minicap AC or DC connection and relay output

F1: Fine-wire fuse to protect the relay contact,
dependent on the connected load
F2: Fine-wire fuse, 500 mA
M: Earth connection to silo or metal components
on silo
3 4 5 1 2 M
E: Earth
EX
E

PAL
F1 F2

L1 N PE U~ 20…253 V
or
U~ L+ L– U–
... 20… 55 V
max. 253 V/ 4 A
max. 1000 VA, cos j = 1

U–...
max. 30 V/ 4 A
max. 253 V/ 0,2 A

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No ground lines (PE) or potential matching lines (PAL) are required with Minicap FTC260.

Minicap with three-cable DC connection; Transistor output PNP

F: Fine-wire fuse, 500 mA
R: Connected load, e.g. PLC, PCS, relay
M: Earth connection to silo or metal components
on silo
E: Earth 1 2 3 M
+

EX
E

PAL
F R
–
max.
200 mA

L+ L– PE

U–
... 10,8…45 V

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Minicap is protected against reverse polarity. The green LED for standby goes out if the connections are
reversed.
No ground lines (PE) or potential matching lines (PAL) are required with Minicap FTC260.

Supply voltage • DC, PNP transistor output:

U% 10.8...45 V
– transient pulses to 55 V
– current consumption max. 30 mA
– reverse polarity protected
• AC / DC, Relay output:
U~ 20...253 V
or U% 20...55 V
– current consumption max. 130 mA

Terminal compartment • Stranded wires max. 1.5 mm2 in end sleeves

• Electric wire max. 2.5 mm2

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Performance characteristics
Reference operating (for plastic vessels)
conditions
• Ambient temperature: 23 °C
• Medium temperature: 23 °C
• Medium pressure pe: 0 bar
• Medium: dielectric constant εr = 2.6
• Conductivity: < 1 µS
• Sensitivity setting: C

Hysteresis • FTC260: Horizontal 4 mm,

Vertical 7 mm
• FTC262: Vertical 5 mm

Switch point • FTC260: Horizontal: centre of probe –5 mm,

Vertical: 40 mm above probe tip
• FTC262: Vertical: 35 mm above probe tip

Power up response • FTC260: Correct switching aftermax. 1.5 s

• FTC262: Correct switching after max. 2 s

Long-term drift • FTC260: Horizontal 3 mm,

Vertical 6 mm
• FTC262: Vertical 6 mm

Influence of medium • FTC260: Depending on material to be measured

temperature
• FTC262: Depending on material to be measured

Operating conditions
Installation Silo Material
The Minicap can be installed in a wide range of silos made of different materials (e.g. metal, plastic, concrete).

Mounting Point
Note the angle of the material mounds and the outlet funnel when determining the mounting point or probe
length of the FTC262.
The Minicap switches when the probe tip is covered by a few centimeters of material or when it is free.
Material flow should not be directed at the probe.

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Installation instructions Correct Installation Incorrect Installation

FTC260

25
Max. d)

a)

min. 200
min. 100
e)
max. 50

200

200 b)
200

f)

max. 1400 N
min. 200
Min.
c)

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General information and recommendations for installing the Minicap FTC260 limit switch
(Dimensions in mm)

Correct Installation
a. Minimum distance:
To prevent mutual interference with the FTC260, the probes must be at least 200 mm from each other.
b. Mounting point:
The tip of the probes must point slightly downwards so that the material can slide off more easily.
The protective cover protects the probe rod from collapsing mounds or mechanical strain at the outflow
when the Minicap FTC260 is set to minimum detection.
c. Mechanical load:
The maximum lateral load on the probe rod must be taken into account when used for minimum
detection. It should therefore only be used for minimum detection with loose materials that have good
flow characteristics.

Incorrect Installation
d. The probe can be damaged by the inflowing material and cause faulty switching.
Cable gland pointed upwards can allow moisture to enter.
e. Threaded socket too long with material build-up on the silo wall.
(less than the minimum mounting depth of 100 mm).
f. Mounted near build-up in the silo.
The probe tip is too near to a silo wall (less than a minimum distance of 200 mm).

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Installation instructions Correct Installation Incorrect Installation

FTC262
a) d)

e)
Max. min.
300
f)
b)

min. 300 max.

3000 N c)

FTC260

min. 300
g)

min. 200
max. 3000 N
Min.

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General information and recommendations for installing the Minicap FTC262 limit switch
(Dimensions in mm)

Correct Installation
a. Minimum distances:
Sufficent distance from the material filling curtain and the other probe.
b. Mounting point:
Do not install in the centre of the outlet cone. Ensure there is sufficient distance from the silo wall and
from material build-up on the wall.
c. Mechanical load:
Note the tensile strain on the probe rope and the strength of the silo roof when used for minimum
detection.
Very high tensile forces may occur at the material outlet especially with heavy, powdery bulk materials
which tend to form build-up. These forces are significantly greater over the outlet than at the silo wall.
For minimum detection Minicap FTC262 should only be used for light, easily flowing solids, and that do
not tend to form build-up.

Incorrect Installation
d. In the centre of the material outflow; the high tensile forces at this point may tear off the probe or damage
the silo roof.
e. The probe may be damaged by inflowing material.
f. Mounted laterally
g. Too near silo wall; when swinging gently the probe can hit the wall or touch any build-up which may
have formed. This can result in error switching

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Environment
Ambient temperature range –40…+70 °C (–40…+160 °F) (…+60 °C, Dust-Ex version]
T1 (see the temperature diagrams)

Ambient temperature limits –40…+80 °C (–40…+180 °F) (…+60 °C, Dust-Ex version]
(see the temperature diagrams; grey background)

Storage temperature –40…+80 °C (–40…+180 °F)

Climate class IEC 68 part 2-38

Degree of protection IP66

Shock resistance Probe: 7 J

Vibrational resistance EN 60068-2-64 (IEC 68-2-64),

20…2000 Hz, spectral rate of velocity 0.5,
100 min per axis

Electromagnetic compatibility Interference Emission to EN 61326, Electrical Equipment Class B

Interference Immunity to EN 61326, Annex A (Industrial) and NAMUR Recommendation NE 21 (EMC)
See TI 241F/00/en for general instructions regarding the EMC test conditions for E+H instruments.

Process
Process temperature range • FTC260: –40…+120 °C (–40…+250 °F) (…+80 °C, Dust-Ex version)
T2
• FTC262: –40…+70 °C (–40…+160 °F)
(see the temperature diagrams)

Process temperature limits • FTC260: –40…+130 °C (–40…+270 °F) (…+80 °C, Dust-Ex version)
• FTC262: –40…+80 °C (–40…+180 °F)
(see the temperature diagrams; grey background)

Process pressure range pe • FTC260: –1…+25 bar (–14,5…+360 psi)

• FTC262: –1…+6 bar (–14,5…+90 psi)

Temperature diagrams FTC260

T1 T1
°C EX °C EX
80
70 60
50

T2 T2
–40 80 130 °C –40 80 °C
70 120
–40 –40
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FTC262
T1 T1
°C EX °C EX
80
70 60

T2 T2
–40 80 °C –40 80 °C
70 70
–40 –40
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Mechanical construction
Design, Dimensions (in mm) Minicap FTC260 Minicap FTC262

ø94 ø94
max. 100 max. 100

~90

~95
41 AF 50 AF

1 NPT 1 BSPT

~20
1½ NPT 1½ BSPT

~25
(R 1) (R 1½)

78
Wall thickness 5

140

ø8

Lmin. 500, Lmax. 6000

32

max. ø42
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~270
Adapter for FTC260

55 AF PPS
40

1½ BSPT / 1½ BSP
(R 1½ / G 1½)
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Probe length tolerances:

Probe length L Tolerances
bis 1000 mm +0, –10 mm
bis 3000 mm +0, –20 mm
bis 6000 mm +0, –30 mm
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Material for wetted parts • Probe rod FTC260: PPS = Polyphenylene sulphide (glass fibre content approx. 40%), FDA listed
• Probe length:
FTC260: 140 mm,
FTC262: min. 500 mm, max. 6000 mm
• Flexural strength FTC260: 1400 N (at probe tip)
• Probe rope FTC262: Surface in High Density PE over steel coating
• Other probe parts FTC262: PPS = Polyphenylene sulphide (glass fibre content approx. 40 %)
• Tensile strength F of FTC262: Max. 3000 N up to 40 °C, max. 2800 N at 80 °C

F
N
3000

2800

T2
–40 0 40 80 °C
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Process connections Threaded boss:

• FTC260: – 1 BSPT (R 1, ISO 7/1);
Adapter for 1½ BSPT and 1½ BSP (G 1½) see accessories
– 1 NPT, ANSI B 1.20.1;
Adapter for 1¼ NPT see accessories
• FTC262: – 1½ BSPT (R 1½, ISO 7/1)
– 1½ NPT, ANSI B 1.20.1

Housing Housing F14: Polyester PBT-FR, IP66

Human interface
Display elements • Green LED: stand-by
• Red LED: switch status

Operating elements Switch on electronic insert

• switching between minimum and maximum fail-safe mode
– sensitivity setting
(depends on the dielectric constant εr and build-up).
A sensitivity adjustment is normally not required (see section "Measuring principle")

Certificates and approvals

CE approval In attaching the CE Mark, Endress+Hauser confirms that the device conforms to all relevant EU directives.

Ex approval ATEX, FM, CSA

See section ”Product structure”

Overspill protection FTC260 DIBt, General design approval

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Ordering information
Product structure FTC260 10 Approval
A Non-hazardous area
D Non-hazardous area, WHG
B ATEX II 1/3 D
U CSA, General purpose
S CSA, DIP Cl. II Gr. E-G, Cl. III
J FM, DIP Cl. II, III Gr. E-G, T5
Y Special version

20 Process connection
A Thread DIN2999 R 1, PPS
B Thread ANSI NPT 1, PPS
Y Special version

30 Switch output
2 3-wire PNP 10.8...45 V DC
4 Relay 20...253 V AC / 20...55 V DC
9 Special version

40 Housing, Cable entry

B F14 Polyester IP66 Gland M20
C F14 Polyester IP66 Thread NPT ½
D F14 Polyester IP66 Thread G ½
Y Special version

50 Additional option
1 Basic version
2 Transparent cover
9 Special version

FTC260 Product designation

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Product structure FTC262 10 Approval

A Non-hazardous area
B ATEX II 1/3 D
U CSA, General purpose
S CSA, DIP Cl. II, III Gr. G+coal dust Cl. III
J FM, DIP Cl. II, III Gr. E-G, T5
Y Special version

20 Process connection
A Thread DIN2999 R 1 ½, PPS
B Thread ANSI NPT 1 ½, PPS
Y Special version

30 Probe length, L=500...6000 mm (20...236 inch)

1 ... mm L (500...6000 mm) steel HD-PE insulated
2 ... inch L ( 20... 236 inch) steel HD-PE insulated
3 1500 mm ( 59 inch) steel HD-PE insulated
4 2500 mm ( 98 inch) steel HD-PE insulated
5 4000 mm (157 inch) steel HD-PE insulated
6 6000 mm (236 inch) steel HD-PE insulated
9 Special version

40 Switch output
2 3-wire PNP 10.8...45 V DC
4 Relay 20...253 V AC / 20...55 V DC
9 Special version

50 Housing, Cable entry

B F14 Polyester IP66 Gland M20
C F14 Polyester IP66 Thread NPT ½
D F14 Polyester IP66 Thread G ½
Y Special version

60 Additional option
1 Basic version
2 Transparent cover
9 Special version

FTC262 Product designation

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Accessories
Adapter • FTC260, 1 BSPT female (Rc1), ISO 7/1 (see dimensional sketch):
Part No.: 943215-1001, for 1½ BSPT (R 1½ ISO 7/1), PPS
Part No.: 943215-1021, for 1½ BSP (G 1½ DIN ISO228), PPS
• FTC260, 1 NPT female:
Part No.: 943215-0042, for 1¼ NPT, steel
Part No.: 943215-0043, for 1¼ NPT, AISI 316Ti (1.4571)

Transparent cover • FTC260/262:

Part No.: 943201-1001

Rope shortening set • FTC262:

Part No.: 52005918

Supplementary documentation
Operating manual (BA) • Minicap FTC260
KA093F/00/a6
017476-0000
• Minicap FTC262
KA155F/00/a6
52005985
• Rope shortening set for FTC262
KA157F/00/a6

Safety instructions (XA) • Safety instructions (ATEX) for FTC260

XA011F/00/a3
4 0 II 1/3 D
52000928
• Safety instructions (ATEX) for FTC262
XA092F/00/a3
4 0 II 1/3 D
52005988

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International Head Quarter

Endress+Hauser
GmbH+Co. KG
Instruments International
Colmarer Str. 6
79576 Weil am Rhein
Deutschland

Tel. +49 76 21 9 75 02
Fax +49 76 21 9 75 34 5
www.endress.com
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