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

5-30 — Wire Receptacle Flow Switch Set

Angle body flow switch with wiring receptacle. Field-accessible wire splice. Five setpoints 0.10–1.00 GPM. Available in Polypropylene, Acetal, and Kynar PVDF.

Choose Your 5-30 Material

The 5-30 is available in three wetted materials. Polypropylene for water-based and mild chemical service. Acetal for solvents, fuels, and hydrocarbons. Kynar PVDF for aggressive acids, halogens, and ultra-high-purity applications.

Specifications

Common specifications across all 5-30 material variants.

SpecificationValue
Series5-30
BodyAngle body (5-20) + wiring receptacle
Overall Length5.25 in (133.4 mm)
Receptacle Dia1.66 in (42.2 mm)
Ports3× 9/16-18 UNF
SwitchHermetically sealed reed | SPST N.O.
Contact Rating70 VA / 50W | 0.5A AC / 0.7A DC
Setpoints0.10 / 0.25 / 0.50 / 0.75 / 1.00 GPM
ComplianceRoHS
Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About This Product

What are the typical applications for the 5-30?

The 5-30 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 5-30 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.

How do I wire the 5-30 to a pump or alarm?

The 5-30 uses a magnetic reed switch wired in series with your relay or controller. Contact rating is 70 VA / 50 W resistive (UL File E70063). The switch ships with lead wires — connect directly to your control circuit.

Does the 5-30 need calibration?

No. The 5-30 is a mechanical float actuating a sealed reed switch — there is nothing to calibrate or power. This is a reliability advantage over electronic sensors that can drift over time.

How do I maintain the 5-30, and what if it stops working?

Inspect that the float moves freely (check for debris or scaling), then test reed continuity with a multimeter. Because ERECTA SWITCH is modular, you replace only the individual component — switch, float, connector, or fitting — instead of the whole assembly.

What pressure and temperature can the 5-30 handle?

Series 10 level switches are rated to 100 PSI; Series 5 flow switches to 200 PSI. Operating temperature depends on the housing material — Polypropylene, Acetal, and Kynar PVDF each have different thermal limits. Contact Compac engineering for your specific conditions.

Need Help Selecting a Material?

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