Temperature Switches

Temperature switches are used in a wide range of industrial and technical applications. The temperature switch opens or closes the associated switch contact when a predetermined temperature is attained. Mechanical or electrical switches might be utilised depending on the requirements.


What is a Temperature Switch?


A temperature switch is a device that monitors and manages the temperature in manufacturing and industrial operations by turning ON and OFF switch contacts when a specific temperature range is reached. This switch is a compact, low-cost option for measuring temperature in space-constrained applications.


What Types of Temperature Switches Are There?


Generally, a distinction is made between mechanical and electronic switches.

1. Mechanical temperature switches: They are classified into two types: bimetal temperature switches and gas-actuated temperature switches.

  • Bimetal temperature switch: Bimetal temperature switches have limited precision but are small and cost-effective.
  • Gas-actuated temperature switch: Another type is the gas-actuated temperature switch, commonly employed in safety-critical applications.

2. Electronic temperature switch: An electronic temperature switch should be utilised when high accuracy is required. The user can alter the limit value and set many switch points here.


Applications


The applications of temperature switches include the following.

  • Use in heating systems, boilers, circulation pumps, air heaters, and burners, among other things.
  • Useful in various industries, such as pharmaceuticals, automotive engineering, food, etc.

PVL Temperature Switches


Pressure Vacuum Level Ltd has been selling high-quality temperature switches for over 28 years. PVL provides these devices for various industries. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about our temperature switches or other products.


Other Products


PVL customers can rely on us for high-quality products. Temperature Switches are only a handful of the products we provide customers across the United Kingdom. We are also a significant supplier of Vacuum Switches and Transducers.



  • 25°C-110°C Set Points (5° increments)
  • Max temperature 120°C
  • Switch rating up to 250V
  • 1/2” or 3/8” BSP thread(others available)
  • Brass construction (stainless option)
  • ATEX option available
  • 35°C-85°C Set Points (5° increments)
  • Max temperature 85°C
  • Switch rating up to 250V
  • 1/2” or 3/8” BSP thread(others available)
  • Brass construction (stainless option)
  • ATEX option available
  • 0°C-200°C switching ranges
  • Calibration accuracy ± 3°C
  • Switch rating up to 240V
  • 1/2” or 3/8” BSP thread
  • Brass wetted parts
  • Locking dial sets switch set-point
  • 25°C-215°C Set Points
  • Max temperature up to 300°C
  • Switch rating up to 250V
  • 1/2” or 3/8” BSP thread(others available)
  • 123mm Brass bulb,2m stainless capillary
  • Visual scale optional
  • 25°C-180°C Set Points (5° increments)
  • Max temperature 240°C
  • Switch rating up to 240V
  • Wide choice of threads
  • Brass construction
  • Rated to 300 bar
  • 40°C-120°C Set Points (10° increments)
  • Max temperature 140°C
  • Switch rating up to 250V
  • 1/2” or 3/4” BSP thread
  • Brass or stainless construction
  • Rated to 100 bar
  • 25°C-215°C Set Points
  • Max temperature up to 300°C
  • Switch rating up to 250V
  • 1/2” or 3/8” BSP thread(others available)
  • 123mm Brass bulb,2m stainless capillary
  • Visual scale optional
  • Up to 170°C Set Points
  • Max temperature 210°C
  • Switch rating up to 250V
  • 1/2” or 3/4” BSP thread
  • Die Cast Aluminium
  • ± 3°C Tolerance
  • 25°C-215°C Set Points
  • Max temperature up to 300°C
  • Switch rating up to 250V
  • 1/2” or 3/8” BSP thread (others available)
  • 123mm Brass bulb, 2m stainless capillary
  • ATEX & IECEx approved
  • Good accuracy
  • Compact size
  • Small hysteresis
  • Easy to install