APG OPL datasheet - Manual (Page 3)

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OPL Optical Liquid Level Sensors
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Automation Products Group, Inc.
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Corrosion Resistance Guide
Estel Body Material of
Optic Level Sensor and Thermistor
Level Sensor
This chart is intended as a general
guide and has been complied from
many sources believed to be reliable,
however, no guarantee is implied.
Because of the extensive scope
of this field, the tabulation is not
complete or conclusive. Corrosion
rates vary widely with concentration,
temperature and the presence of
abrasives. Impurities or other trace
elements common in industrial
liquids may inhibit or accelerate the
reaction of the material.
Key to Ratings:
A: No effect
Usable
B: Minor effect Usable, but life my be
shorter than usual
C: Fair to poor Do not use
D: Not recommended Do not use
Chemical Rating
Acetic Acid 5% B
Acetic Acid 10% D
Acetone C
Alcohols Ethyl A
Methyl A
Aromatic Solvents C
ASTM Motor Fuel A A
B A
C C
ASTM Ref Oil #1 A
#2 A
#3 A
Beer A
Benzene C
Bleaching Liquors 5% A
10% C
Calcium Hydroxide B
Calcium Hypochlorite 5% A
10% C
Calcium Oxide B
Chlorine Water D
Chlorine D
Cider (Apple Juice) B
Ethanol A
Ethylene Glycol A
Fatty Acid B
Ferric Chloride C
Ferrous Sulfate B
Fruit Juice B
Gasoline A
Glucose (Corn Syrup) B
Glue, P.V.A. B
Glycerin A
Grease A
n-Hexane C
Hydrochloric Acid D
Hydrogen Peroxide D
Jet Fuel/ASTM-A D
Kerosene A
Lubricant Oil A
Chemical Rating
Methanol A
Methyl Ethyl Ketone B
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone B
Milk A
Naphtha B
Nitric Acid D
Oils Aniline D
Castor A
Corn A
Diesel Fuel A
Fuel A
Mineral A
Silicone A
Transmission A
Vegetable A
Petroleum B
Propane (LPG) B
Propylene Glycol A
Salt Brine (NaCl Saturated) A
Sea Water A
Soap Solutions A
Sodium Carbonate B
Sodium Bicarbonate B
Sodium Chloride A
Sodium Hydroxide 10% A
20% B
50% D
Sodium Hypochlorite 20% A
100% D
Sulfuric Acid 10% A
25% B
50% D
Toluene C
Urea B
Vinegar C
Water Fresh A
Salt A
Whiskey B
Wine A
Xylene C
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Immersion test conditions: 73°F (23°C) x 672 hours
The estel material is chemically similar to DuPont Hytrel® (Reg TME.I. DuPont de Nemours
& Co.)