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10-786-R Polypropylene 1-Pack Side Mount · Series 10

10-786-R-PP Side Mounted Level Switch with Slosh Shield and Weathertight Receptacle (Polypropylene)

Name: 10-786-R-PP Side Mounted Level Switch with Slosh Shield and Weathertight Receptacle (Polypropylene)
Brand: ERECTA SWITCH / Compac Engineering
SKU: 10-786-R-PP-1PK
Price: 33.06 USD
Availability: InStock

Fully featured side mount — slosh shield + DIN-ready receptacle housing.

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Product Description

The 10-786-R-PP is a side-mounted polypropylene level switch configured for outdoor, washdown, or industrial environments where exposed pigtail leads are not acceptable. It combines every feature of the 10-786-PP — 1/4" NPT bulkhead, slosh shield, split-float configuration — with a Compac weathertight wiring receptacle housing. The receptacle features a 1.2" center knockout that accepts standard liquid-tight strain relief connectors or DIN-style plug-in connectors, enabling hardwired conduit runs or quick-disconnect service without exposed splice points.

Key Features

Engineered specifications and field-service advantages — not marketing language.

Weathertight receptacle housing

1.2" center knockout accepts liquid-tight cord grips or DIN connectors — no exposed pigtail splices in outdoor or washdown installations.

Integrated slosh shield

Rejects turbulence, debris, and cleaning spray that would false-switch an exposed float.

1/4" NPT bulkhead mount (10-701-BH)

Industrial-standard side-wall thread.

Field-reversible NO/NC

Unicellular split-float orientation selects switching action at installation.

ERECTA SWITCH modularity

Receptacle, slosh shield, bulkhead, and float are stocked parts — upgrade path from 10-786 to 10-786-R is a receptacle swap, not a new switch.

Applications

Specific installation scenarios that match the 10-786-R-PP configuration.

Outdoor chemical storage tank level alarm with conduit run to a remote control panel
Washdown-rated commercial laundry equipment requiring IP-rated wiring
Food-and-beverage aqueous process tanks with sanitation spray-down cycles
Pressure-washer production units with DIN-connector harnesses
Industrial rinse tanks in high-humidity or caustic-atmosphere environments

Specifications

Model	10-786-R-PP
Wetted material	Polypropylene
Chemical compatibility	water, mild acids, caustics, detergents, and most aqueous solutions
Float operation	Horizontal (split float)
Mount thread	1/4" NPT via 10-701-BH bulkhead
Max temperature	180°F (82°C) continuous
Max pressure	100 PSI (6.9 bar)
Electrical rating	20 VA, 0.5A @ 120 VAC, 1.0A @ 24 VDC
Lead length	24" standard (72" available — contact factory)
Switch element	Hermetically sealed reed (10-782-PP)
Pack configuration	1-Pack
Country of manufacture	Paradise, California, USA

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About This Product

What is the difference between a float level switch and a liquid level sensor?

A float level switch like the 10-786-R is a point-level device: a float rides the liquid and actuates a magnetic reed switch at a set height, giving a simple on/off signal — no power, no firmware, no calibration. "Sensors" usually means continuous measurement (ultrasonic, radar, capacitive). ERECTA SWITCH targets reliable discrete-point control.

What are the typical applications for the 10-786-R?

The 10-786-R is used for pump start/stop control, high-level overflow protection, low-level dry-run protection, and tank or reservoir level alarms in OEM equipment. The modular ERECTA SWITCH system is built into laundry, HVAC, water-treatment, hydraulic, and chemical-handling machinery.

What liquid chemistries is the 10-786-R compatible with?

Choose the material to match the media: Polypropylene (PP) for general aqueous, acids, and bases; Acetal (AC/Delrin) for solvents, fuels, and hydrocarbons; Kynar PVDF (KR) for aggressive or harsh chemicals. Every ERECTA SWITCH model is offered in all three materials.

Is the 10-786-R a point-level or continuous-level device?

The 10-786-R is point-level — it provides a discrete on/off signal at a set height. For multiple switch points, use a multi-level extended-stem set (2-, 3-, or 4-level) instead of a single continuous sensor.

What mounting options are available for the 10-786-R?

ERECTA SWITCH offers vertical top-mount, bulkhead, and extended-stem configurations, plus side-mounted single-point models. The mount style is part of the model number — select the configuration that matches your tank geometry.

How is the actuation level set on the 10-786-R, and how accurate is it?

Point detection is repeatable and mechanical. The trip height on the 10-786-R is set by the 10-715 Precision Nipple, ordered separately in 1-inch increments (1″–70″), so you place the switch point exactly where the application needs it.