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FS LIQLiquid flow switch: original educational illustration
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Liquid flow switch

A liquid-flow switch issues a contact state when a documented flow condition actuates it. It is used in cooling or auxiliary systems where flow confirmation participates in permissives or alarms.

Drawing use
Schematic
Application
Control circuits
Reference family
IEC / Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A flow switch gives a discrete condition; a flow transmitter gives a measured signal.

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PLC I/OPLC input / output: original educational illustration
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PLC input / output

A PLC input or output point connects a field signal with a controller module and channel. Input and output, digital and analogue, and one-wire or multi-wire arrangements are distinct characteristics. The module specification establishes electrical behaviour and terminal information.

Drawing use
Schematic
Application
Control circuits
Reference family
IEC / IEEE / ANSI

A distinction that matters

An input point, output point and communications connection are different interfaces. A generic box cannot establish their electrical compatibility.

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