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SQUARE D

SQUARE D 9038AG1N4 liquid level switch close on rise

SKU CH-JDVX-MNNFN

Liquid level switch closes on rise with stainless steel float for open tank mounting

  • TypeLight Switch
  • Close-on-rise action automates tank filling
  • DPST contacts switch two circuits simultaneously
  • Stainless-steel float resists corrosion in harsh liquids
  • Wide -22 °F to 220 °F range suits extreme environments
  • 10 A at 460 V AC handles heavy motor loads

Industrial Liquid Level Switch

The Square D 9038AG1N4 is a float-operated liquid level switch designed for open tank mounting in industrial environments. It uses a stainless steel float to detect rising liquid levels and closes its contacts automatically when the level increases. The unit operates reliably across a wide temperature range from -22 to 220 degrees Fahrenheit.

Replaces Basic Float Switches

This model upgrades from simpler switches by offering a DPST-4NC contact form with a 460V AC VA rating and a 10 A current capacity. The jump is worth it for applications requiring higher horsepower control, supporting up to 2 hp at 120V single-phase, 3 hp at 240V single-phase, and 5 hp at 240V three-phase. It handles motor loads directly without an external contactor in many setups.

Limited to Open Tank Mounting

The switch is constrained by its NEMA 1 rating and open tank mounting style, making it unsuitable for sealed, pressurised or hazardous location tanks. Float travel is fixed at 1 1/4 inches, so it cannot accommodate applications needing adjustable differential or longer actuation ranges. The steel body and 10.32 inch overall length require sufficient vertical clearance above the tank.

Highlights

  • Close-on-rise action automates tank filling
  • DPST contacts switch two circuits simultaneously
  • Stainless-steel float resists corrosion in harsh liquids
  • Wide -22 °F to 220 °F range suits extreme environments
  • 10 A at 460 V AC handles heavy motor loads

Specifications

TypeLight Switch
BrandSquare D

Questions about this item

What tank opening and clearance does the 10.32 in overall length and 7 in float diameter require?

The switch needs an open tank mounting with enough vertical space for the 10.32 in body and horizontal clearance for the 7 in diameter float to travel its 1 1/4 in range without obstruction.

How is the DPST-4NC contact block wired for the close-on-rise function, and which step is often missed?

Wire the four normally closed contacts so the circuit completes when the float rises; the step often missed is confirming the 460V AC VA rating matches the control voltage before energising.

Which components should be inspected periodically given the -22 to 220 °F operating range and stainless steel float?

Inspect the stainless steel float for corrosion or build-up, verify the steel body seals remain intact, and test the DPST-4NC contacts for reliable closure at the 10 A rating after temperature cycling.

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