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ACCESSORIES

SERIES 50 – 0400, 0700

VALVE STATUS MONITORS WITH MICRO SWITCHES,
NEMA 4, 4X & 4,4X,7,9 PROXIMITY & PNEUMATIC SWITCHES
FEATURES Bray Controls is proud to offer
the Brayline Series 50 Valve
Status Monitor, the future of
(C) SHAFT BEARINGS The Series 50-
0400 has acetal bearings on the top and
bottom of the shaft which reduce friction
SERIES 50–0400
This waterproof unit is UL listed and CSA,
CE certified NEMA-4,4X. The Series 50-
valve position signaling. Bray’s and eliminate shaft binding. 0400 features a die cast aluminum housing
extensive field experience, coated with a chemical resistant epoxy for
research and development has (D) SWITCHES Both Valve Status further protection. The Series 50-0400 is
produced the finest multi- Monitors come standard with 2 SPDT an excellent choice for use in a wide range
purpose switch/control Micro switches. For other available of applications where harsh chemical
monitors for industrial plant switches consult the A conditions are found.
automation. The Series 50 back page of B
signals actuator and valve this brochure. C
position to local and remote E
stations. The Series 50-0400
unit has a die cast aluminum
housing which is waterproof D
(NEMA-4,4X). The Series 50-0700
housing is also die cast aluminum and
rated waterproof and explosion proof
(NEMA-4,4X,7,9). F
The units have been designed for ease
of wiring and a wide variety of switches.
Both feature the same high quality inter-
nal parts and the same rugged reliability.

Cam Adjustment SERIES 50–0400

Screw NEMA 4,4X
Waterproof F
(E) TERMINAL BLOCK The internal
Cam switches are pre-wired to a terminal
block. The block has been designed for
ease of wiring installation with clearly
Cam marked wire numbers for both open and SERIES 50–0700
closed switches. The Series 50-0700 Valve Status Monitor
is for application in hazardous locations.
Cam Holder (F) CONDUIT ENTRIES For ease of The waterproof / explosion proof housing
wiring, the Series 50 features two conduit is CSA (NRTL-C/US) certified Class I:
entries. The Series 50-0400 unit has Groups C & D, Class II: Groups E, F & G,
(A) CAMS / CAM ADJUSTMENT Div. 1&2 and designed to meet UL
1/2" NPT conduit connections, and the
Featured in the Series 50 Valve Status NEMA–4,4X,7,9 and IP 65. The housing
Series 50-0700 has 3/4" NPT
Monitors are Bray’s uniquely designed contains bronze bearings, top and bottom,
conduit connections.
cams. A cam for each switch is mounted which meet flame path requirements.
directly to the output shaft and each cam
is color coded – red adjustment screw
matches red cam (which closes valve),
green screw matches green cam (which
opens valve). The cams are infinitely
adjustable from the top by finger touch or
regular screw driver with no special tools
needed. The adjustment screws rotate
the eccentric shaped cams. The cams
will not slip out of adjustment from
line vibration. Standard factory settings
are to the open and closed positions for
90° travel. To adjust the cams, first
loosen the locking screw, make cam
adjustment then retighten locking screw.

(B) O-RING SEALS Seals on the shaft

and housing provide a waterproof
enclosure and prevent internal corrosion.

SERIES 50–0700
NEMA 4,4X,7, 9
Explosion Proof
CAPTIVE HOUSING BOLTS POSITION INDICATORS DIRECT MOUNTING OF SERIES
The housing covers of Bray Valve Status Bray has specially designed position 50 VALVE STATUS MONITOR TO
Monitors are attached to the housing indicators which locally signal valve BRAY PNEUMATIC ACTUATORS
bases by stainless steel bolts. When the position. The pointer, A compact, modular design allows direct
cover is removed the bolts are held made of ABS, comes mounting of the Brayline Valve Status
captive in the cover. This prevents time standard with all Monitor to Bray Series 92 double acting
consuming problems caused from lost or Series 50 units. and Series 93 spring return pneumatic
misplaced bolts. actuators without any brackets or
couplings. The mounting pattern com-
plies with VDI/VDE 3845 (NAMUR
Bray offers a highly visible valve status recommendations).
display as an option. Prominently labeled
and color coded – yellow for open, red for
closed – the display indicates valve
position through the full range of travel.
Made of high impact, heat and chemical
resistant clear polycarbonate, this display
withstands caustic washdown and offers
excellent corrosion protection. The display
is designed to directly mount to the Series
SERIES 50-0700 ACCESSORY
A Bray Series 63 solenoid valve may 50 housings.
easily be mounted to the Series 50-0700 Display height is
Valve Status Monitor. The solenoid and 2.97 inches. For
monitor are electrically wired together cover removal,
to a common terminal block within the allow a minimum
switch box. of 2.72" for
50-0400 units
and 3.00"
for 50-0700
units.
DIMENSIONS

SERIES 50-0400
#6 – 32 UNC 1.95 SQ. #10 – 24 UNC
.375 DIA.
.23 DEEP .31 DEEP
+.000 .79 DIA.
.249 –.0015 4 HOLES TYP.
2.48 2.88

1.055 2.06
.38 TYP.

.36
2 CONDUIT
ENTRIES 3.78
1/2 NPT
5.116
1.18 1.95

.140 1.896
TYP.
.656 4 HOLES ø. 24 (6)
+.000 THRU
.19 .155 –.001
2.25 SQ.
3.62 2.79 4 HOLES .31– 18 UNC
3.15 .63 (16) DEEP
5.36

SERIES 50-0700
#6–32 UNC #10–24 UNC
.375 DIA. x .31 DEEP 1.95 SQ.
.23 DEEP
+.000 4 HOLES 1.00 DIA.
.249 –.0015 TYP.

.38 .65
4 HOLES ø.24 (6)
THRU

5.946
1.182 2.250 SQ.

.138 2.176 TYP.

#8–32 UNC THRU
GROUND
.656 .155 .19 2nd CONDUIT 1.29
+.000
–.001 ENTRY IF
1.96 REQUIRED 2.79 4 HOLES .31–18 UNC
.63 (16) DEEP
3.60 6.33 3.152

7.65
3/4" NPT
CONDUIT
ENTRY
SWITCHES MICRO SWITCHES
Economical switches with
PROXIMITY SWITCHES
Sealed against explosive gases
PNEUMATIC SWITCH
For hazardous locations.
the highest current ratings on and liquids, these switches offer 2 switches are provided with
the market. long, trouble free life. 2 ports and vents.
2, V3 TYPE SPDT SWITCHES 2,V3 TYPE N INDUCTIVE SWITCHES Rating: 150 psi (10 bar)
Contact material is fine silver. (Intrinsically safe) Connections: 1/8" NPT
Max. Rating: 15A-120/250VAC Supply Volts: 5-25VDC Max. Temperature: 176°F (80°C)
15A-24VDC Nominal Voltage: 8VDC
Max. Temperature: 176°F (80°C) Load Current: <1mA >3mA
4 or more switches are available. Max. Temperature: 212°F (100°C)
Other types available, consult factory.

POTENTIOMETER
2, TYPE DPDT SWITCHES For analog feedback of precise valve
Contact material is fine silver. 2,V3 TYPE E2 INDUCTIVE SWITCHES position a potentiometer can be mounted
Max. Rating: 10A-120/250VAC Supply Volts: 5-25VDC within the Series 50–0700 housing.
10A-24VDC Nominal Voltage: 8VDC The standard value is 1000 ohms, and
Max. Temperature: 158°F (70°C) Load Current: <1mA >3mA the standard power rating at 158°F (70°C)
Max. Temperature: 212°F (100°C) is 1 watt.
Other types available, consult factory.
REED SWITCHES
2 magnetic reed switches (hermetically
sealed) are available upon request.

MICRO SWITCHES
SPDT PROXIMITY SWITCHES PNEUMATIC SWITCHES
RED
2 WIRE TYPE N
COM N.C. N.O. COM N.C. N.O.

BLUE 2
LOWER / CLOSE (+ )
BLACK
6

YELLOW
BLUE (–) NC
5

RED COM
LOWER / CLOSE NO
TO
4

BLUE INTERFACE
UPPER / OPEN AMPLIFIER LOWER / CLOSE
BLACK (+ )
3

YELLOW
BLUE (–)
2

CAMS
UPPER / OPEN
CAMS MANIFOLD
1
1

BLOCK
CAMS

DPDT
UPPER / OPEN
BLUE
3 WIRE TYPE E2
COM N.C. N.O. COM N.C. N.O. COM N.C. N.O. COM N.C. N.O.

NO
GREEN COM
RED (–) NC
6

YELLOW LOAD
YELLOW
5

ORANGE LOWER / CLOSE 3

LOWER / CLOSE (+)
BLUE
4

RED
RED (–)
3

BROWN LOAD
YELLOW
2

GREEN/YELLOW UPPER / OPEN

BLUE (+)
1

PINK
CAMS
BLACK

WHITE UPPER / OPEN

GRAY

VIOLET

CAMS
DISTRIBUTOR

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