Air Flow Switch

Mechanical air flow switch with adjustable paddle, SPDT/DPDT contacts, and reliable airflow detection for HVAC, boilers, fans, and ventilation safety systems.

Air flow switches provide reliable detection of airflow or loss of flow in ducts, fans, blowers, and ventilation systems. Using a paddle or vane mechanism, the switch triggers an alarm or shutdown when air velocity drops below a preset level, ensuring equipment protection and safe system operation. These switches offer adjustable setpoints, rugged housings, and optional SPDT or DPDT contacts for integration into HVAC, industrial air handling, burner/boiler systems, and process ventilation applications.

Insertion and In-line flow switches
Plastic and SS bodies
24 Vdc transistor alarms

Air Flow Switch – 24 Vdc powered

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Vent-Captor – low cost and rugged SS models

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Product Overview

Air flow switches are essential devices for monitoring airflow in ventilation ducts, air handling units, compressors, and burner systems. A mechanical paddle senses air movement and actuates a microswitch when flow drops below the adjustable threshold. This provides reliable confirmation of airflow for safety interlocks, fan proving, over‑temperature prevention, and system protection. Models feature field‑trimmed paddles, wide setpoint adjustability, SPDT/DPDT contacts, and rugged housings for industrial environments. Suitable for air and clean gases, air flow switches are widely used in HVAC, boiler combustion control, dust collection systems, and general industrial ventilation. They offer simple installation, dependable operation, and low maintenance.

Air Flow Switch

Feature Specification
Product Type Paddle / vane‑type air flow switch
Measured Media Air and non‑corrosive gases
Switching Principle Mechanical vane deflection activates microswitch
Setpoint Range Typically adjustable from 1–20 m/s (200–4000 FPM), model dependent
Electrical Rating SPDT or DPDT contacts, typically 5–15A @ 250 VAC
Duct Size Compatibility Fits ducts from 4″ up to large industrial ventilation systems
Temperature Range –20°C to +80°C typical (higher available)
Pressure Range Suitable for low‑pressure air systems; <2 bar
Installation Horizontal or vertical ducts, field‑trimmable paddle
Outputs Dry contact alarm or interlock signal
Applications HVAC fans, air handlers, boilers, dust collectors, compressors, ventilation safety system

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