ERECTA SWITCH® by Compac Engineering
Series 5 · ERECTA SWITCH®

5-18-PP — Flow/No-Flow Indicator — Polypropylene

Visual-only flow indicator. No electrical output. Transparent polysulfone window shows poppet position to confirm flow presence. Polypropylene handles water, water-based coolants, soaps, detergents, and dilute acid/alkaline solutions.

5-18-PP Flow/No-Flow Indicator — Polypropylene

Configure & Order

Material
PP — Polypropylene
SKU: 5-18-PP
Qty
⚙ Requires accessory fittings — 9/16-18 UNF ports need Series 5 fittings for pipe connection. View 5-XX Fittings →
In stock · Ships Wednesday · Made in Paradise, CA · No minimum order
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Net Price — per unit
QuantityPrice
1–9$25.45
10–24$23.27
25–49$20.05
50–99$18.06
100–199$16.24
200+$13.63
As low as $13.63 · OEM pricing for 1000+ quoted upon request.

Product Description

The 5-18-PP is the ERECTA SWITCH visual flow/no-flow indicator in polypropylene. Uses the same spring-loaded poppet mechanism as the 5-20 and 5-21 flow switches but replaces the reed switch with a visual indicator — allowing direct visual confirmation of flow presence without any electrical connection. Ideal as a secondary confirmation device alongside an electrical flow switch.

SpecificationValue
Series5-18
TypeVisual indicator only — no electrical output
MechanismSpring-loaded poppet (same as 5-20/5-21)
BodyAngle body
Overall Length4.6 in (116.8 mm)
Ports3× 9/16-18 UNF
MaterialsPolypropylene
ComplianceRoHS

What Makes the 5-18-PP the Right Choice

Visual flow confirmation — no wiring
Transparent polysulfone window shows poppet position. No electrical connection, no wiring, no switch. Ideal as a secondary confirmation device.
Same poppet mechanism as 5-20/5-21
Spring-loaded poppet in an angle body. Interchangeable poppets with the rest of the Series 5 line.
ERECTA SWITCH modular architecture
Every component is independently field-replaceable. Poppets, fittings, and trim sets service individually — no need to replace the entire switch body.
Polypropylene construction
Handles water, water-based coolants, soaps, detergents, and dilute acid/alkaline solutions. For solvents or stronger chemicals, see Acetal or Kynar PVDF variants.
Hermetically sealed reed switch
SPST N.O., closes on flow. 70 VA / 50W resistive. 0.5A AC / 0.7A DC. 300 VAC / 350 VDC maximum. No mechanical contact with liquid. Inductive loads such as solenoid and relay coils require external arc suppression; above the rating, isolate the load with a Series 50 relay.
RoHS compliant · Made in USA
Every Series 5 switch manufactured in Paradise, California. RoHS compliant throughout. No minimum order.

Where the 5-18-PP Is Specified

Questions About This Product?

Our engineering team can verify compatibility with your application and chemistry before you order.