Rosemount 2501 Specifications

Product Data Sheet

00813-0100-2501, Rev AB

January 2020

Rosemount2501 Solids Level Switch

Rotating Paddle

Universal voltage electronics

Rotation principle is unaffected by caking

Protected motor (friction clutch and double bearing)

Modular design

Temperature range from -40 to 2012 °F (-40 to 1100 °C)

Rosemount 2501 Specifications

Rosemount 2501

January 2020

Introduction

Measurement principles

The Rosemount2501 Solids Level Switch uses a synchronous motor for driving a paddle (measuring vane) to rotate 360 degrees.

When the vane of the paddle is not covered by a solids medium, a spring pulls the motor and it switches a lug to the left position (Figure 1, left illustration). The signal output indicates an 'uncovered' state and the motor rotates the paddle.

When a solids medium covers the vane of the paddle, and causes the rotation to stop, the lug is switched to the right position (Figure 1, right illustration). The signal output indicates a 'covered' state due to a rising level of material, and the motor is stopped until the vane becomes uncovered.

Figure 1: Switching Lug Function

A

C

D

B

A.Switching lug in left position ('uncovered' state)

B.Switching lug in right position ('covered' state)

C.Switch for stopping the motor

D.Switch for signal output

The electrical outputs vary depending on the power supply selected when the Rosemount 2501 was ordered. See Ordering information for the Power Supply option codes, and Electrical data for the electrical specifications.

Contents

 

Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................................

2

Ordering information........................................................................................................................................................................

5

Spares and accessories....................................................................................................................................................................

10

Specifications..................................................................................................................................................................................

14

Product certifications......................................................................................................................................................................

20

Dimensional drawings.....................................................................................................................................................................

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Key features and benefits

Ideal for point level detection of most bulk solids materials

Simple to install, maintenance-free measurement principle

Reliable technology, unaffected by dust, electrostatic charge and clogging/caking

Robust NEMA® Type 4X housing(1), which is suitable for use in extreme process conditions

Designed for operation in temperature extremes of -40 °F to 2012 °F (-40 °C to 1100 °C)

Different models to suit different sizes/types of process vessels and storage silos

Generous space within housing with rotatable electronics, enabling easy wiring for quick installation

Encapsulated ball bearing with shaft sealing, ideal for dusty applications

Versatile installation in many types of vessel

— It can be installed in vertical, horizontal, or angled positions with various extensions options available.

Compact boom length from 2¾ in. (70 mm) is particularly suited for small process vessels

Applications

Materials with most density types

Silos/vessels with limited space or large storage silos

Environments with high levels of dust/ash present

Overfill prevention

High-reliability and high-safety requirements

High-temperature applications

(1)The NEMA Type 4X rating requires the process connection (including extension) to be stainless steel and the process temperature to not exceed 176 °F (80 °C). In all other cases, including when a sliding sleeve is used or a Rosemount 2501 with Application Profile K, the housing is IP66/NEMA Type 4 rated.

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Selection guide

Table 1: Rosemount 2501 Selection Guide

Type of installation

Model option codes

 

 

 

2501L

2501M

2501R

2501S

2501K

2501J

Full silo detection

*

*(1)

*

*

*

*

On-demand detection

*

 

*(1)

*(1)

*

*

Empty silo detection

*

 

*(1)

*(1)

*

*

Vertical mounting

*

*

*(1)

*(1)

 

*

Angled mounting (top)

*

*(2)

 

 

 

*

Horizontal mounting

*

 

 

 

*

*

Angled mounting

*

 

 

 

 

*

(bottom)

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1)Consider the maximum permitted mechanical traction force. See Operating conditions for the maximum supported mechanical loads.

(2)Available only with the "bearing at tube end" option (maximum of 10°).

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Ordering information

Table 2: Rosemount 2501 Ordering Information

The starred offerings ( ) represent the most common options and should be selected for best delivery. The non-starred offerings are subject to additional delivery lead time.

Model

Product description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2501

Rosemount Solids Level Switch - Paddle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Application profile

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

Full or empty detection in small vessel, low mechanical resistance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

M

Full detection in medium vessel, medium mechanical resistance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

Full detection in large vessel, medium mechanical resistance (maximum 4 kN load)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S

Full detection in large vessel, high mechanical resistance (maximum 28 kN load)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

J

Empty detection in medium or large vessel, low or medium mechanical resistance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

K(1)

Empty detection in medium or large vessel, high mechanical resistance

 

 

Operating temperature

 

Applications

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Maximum 176 °F (80 °C)

 

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

2(2)

Maximum 302 °F (150 °C)

 

All except S

 

3(2)

Maximum 482 °F (250 °C)

 

All except S

 

4(2)

Maximum 662 °F (350 °C)

 

L and J only

 

5(3)(2)

Maximum 1112 °F (600 °C),

 

All except S and K

 

6(2)

Maximum 2012 °F (1100 °C)

 

L and M only

 

Process operating pressure

 

Temperatures

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

Maximum 11.6 psi (0.8 bar)

 

All codes

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

Maximum 73 psi (5 bar)

 

1, 2, and 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

Maximum 145 psi (10 bar)

 

1, 2, and 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

Materials of construction: process connection

 

Applications

 

 

 

 

 

 

A(4)(5)

Aluminum

 

All except S

 

D(6)

303/304 Stainless steel (1.4301/1.4305)

 

All codes

 

S(6)

316L Stainless steel (1.4404)

 

L, M, and J

 

Materials of construction: extension

Applications

Materials (PC)

 

 

 

 

 

 

A(5)(7)(8)

Aluminum

M, J, and K

A and D

 

D(6)(9)

303/304 Stainless steel (1.4301/1.4305)

All codes

A and D

 

F(6)

316L Stainless steel (1.4404)

L, J and M

S

 

Conduit entry/cable threads

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

M20 x 1.5, 1 off screwed cable gland for CE, ATEX, and IECEx

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

M20 x 1.5, 2 off screwed cable gland

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

½-in. NPT tapered, ANSI B1.20.1 (1 off conduit + 1 off Ex-d blind plug)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Table 2: Rosemount 2501 Ordering Information (continued)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Process connection size

Applications

Temperatures

 

 

 

 

 

 

1(10)(11)

1-in. / 25 mm (DN25) / 25A

L

1, 2, 3

 

A(10)

1¼-in. / 32 mm (DN32) / 32A

All except K

1, 2, 3

 

5

1½-in. / 40 mm (DN40) / 40A

All except K

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

2(12)

2-in. / 50 mm (DN50) / 50A

All except K

All

 

3(12)

3-in. / 80 mm (DN80) / 80A

All except K

All

 

4

4-in. / 100 mm (DN100) / 100A

All

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

B(5)(10)(11)

M30 x 1.5 mm

L only

1 only

 

C(5)(10)(11)

M32 x 1.5 mm

L only

1, 2, 3

 

Process connection rating

Sizes

Materials (PC)

 

 

 

 

 

 

AA

ASME B16.5 Class 150 flange

2, 3, and 4

All except A

 

 

 

 

 

 

DZ(13)

EN1092-1 PN6 flange

A and 4

All(14)

 

DA

EN1092-1 PN16 flange

2 and 4

All except A

 

 

 

 

 

 

HA(5)

150x150 flange, 4 off ø18 mm fixing holes

4

All except S

 

HB(5)

150x150 flange, 4 off ø14 mm fixing holes

4

All except S

 

NN

For use with non-flange process connections

All except 3 and 4

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

Process connection type

Ratings

Applications

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

Flat face flange

DZ, DA, HA, and HB

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

Raised face flange

AA

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

G

BSPP (G) thread

NN

All except K

 

 

 

 

 

 

N

NPT thread

NN

All except K

 

 

 

 

 

 

M(5)(15)

Metric thread

NN

L

 

C(15)

Tri Clamp

NN

L, M, and J

 

Power supply

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

230 Vac 50-60 Hz, motor speed: 1 revolution per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

115 Vac 50-60 Hz, motor speed: 1 revolution per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

48 Vac 50-60 Hz, motor speed: 1 revolution per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D

24 Vac 50-60 Hz, motor speed: 1 revolution per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E

24 Vdc, motor speed: 1 revolution per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

24 Vdc / 22 to 230 Vac universal voltage, motor speed: 1 revolution per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

230 Vac 50-60 Hz, motor speed: 5 revolutions per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S

115 Vac 50-60 Hz, motor speed: 5 revolutions per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

T

48 Vac 50-60 Hz, motor speed: 5 revolutions per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U

24 Vac 50-60 Hz, motor speed: 5 revolutions per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V

24 Vdc, motor speed: 5 revolutions per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

W

24 Vdc / 22 to 230 Vac universal voltage, motor speed: 5 revolutions per minute

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Paddle length

 

Applications

 

 

 

 

 

 

A(16)

Standard length 2.76-in. (70 mm)

 

L

 

B(16)

Standard length 3.93-in. (100 mm)

 

L

 

C(16)

Standard length 4.92-in. (125 mm)

 

K

 

D(16)

Standard length 5.90-in. (150 mm)

 

L, J, and K

 

G

Standard length 7.87-in. (200 mm)

 

L, J, and K

 

 

 

 

 

 

H

Standard length 9.84-in. (250 mm)

 

L, J, and K

 

 

 

 

 

 

J

Standard length 11.8-in. (300 mm)

 

L, J, and K

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

Rope fixings only (rope not included)

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

E

Extended shaft/tube, customer specified length in tenths of inches

 

L, M, J, and K

 

 

 

 

 

 

M

Extended shaft/tube, customer specified length in millimeters

 

L, M, J, and K

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

Extended rope, customer specified length in tenths of inches

 

R and S

 

 

 

 

 

 

N

Extended rope, customer specified length in millimeters

 

R and S

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specific extended length

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

00000

Factory default length (only if Paddle Length A, B, C, D, G, H, J, or R selected)

 

 

 

 

 

 

XXXXX

Specific customer-specified length in tenths of inches or millimeters (XXXX.X inches or XXXXX mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Product certifications

 

Conduit entries

 

 

 

 

 

 

NA

No hazardous locations certifications

 

All codes

 

 

 

 

 

 

ND(17)

ATEX Dust certification

 

All codes

 

NK(17)

IECEx Dust certification

 

All codes

 

NL(17)

American DIP

 

4

 

E2(17)

INMETRO Flameproof

 

4

 

E5(17)

American Flameproof/Dust certification

 

4

 

E7(17)

IECEx Flameproof/Dust certification

 

4

 

E8(17)

ATEX Flameproof/Dust certification

 

4

 

EM(17)

Technical Regulations Customs Union (EAC), Dust certification

 

All codes

 

K1(17)

ATEX Flameproof/Increased Safety/Dust certification

 

All codes

 

K7(17)

IECEx Flameproof/Increased Safety/Dust certification

 

All codes

 

KB(17)

American and Canadian DIP

 

4

 

KM(17)

Safety/Dust certification

 

All codes

 

KY(17)

American and Canadian Flameproof/Dust certification

 

4

 

KZ(17)

American and Canadian Ordinary Location (Unclassified, safe area) certification

4

 

Measuring vane

Applications

Materials(18)

 

A

1.02 x 3.03 inches (26 x 77 mm), boot-shaped vane

L

A and D

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

1.10 x 3.86 inches (28 x 98 mm), boot-shaped vane

L

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

1.38 x 4.17 inches (35 x 106 mm), boot-shaped vane

All except K

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

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D

1.57 x 3.86 inches (40 x 98 mm), boot-shaped vane

All

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

K

1.57 x 3.15 inches (40 x 80 mm), rectangular notched vane

L

D and F

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

1.97 x 3.86 inches (50 x 98 mm), rectangular vane

All

A and D

 

 

 

 

 

 

M

1.97 x 5.90 inches (50 x 150 mm), rectangular vane

All

A and D

 

 

 

 

 

 

N

1.97 x 9.84 inches (50 x 250 mm), rectangular vane

All

A and D

 

 

 

 

 

 

P

3.86 x 3.86 inches (98 x 98 mm), rectangular vane

All

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q

3.86 x 5.90 inches (98 x 150 mm), rectangular vane

All

A and D

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

3.86 x 9.84 inches (98 x 250 mm), rectangular vane

All

A and D

 

 

 

 

 

 

U(6)(19)

3.86 x 3.93 inches (98 x 100 mm), single-sided hinged vane

All

All

 

V(6)(19)

3.86 x 7.87 inches (98 x 200 mm), double-sided hinged vane

All

All

 

W(4)

3.86 x 9.84 inches (98 x 250 mm), rubber vane, up to 176 °F (80 °C)

All

A and D

 

Y

Split fin fixing for vane (vane not included)

All

A and D

 

 

 

 

 

 

Options (include with selected model number)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Calibration data certification

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q4

Certificate of functional test

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alarm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AF(20)

Fail-safe alarm

 

 

 

Weather protection

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P2

Weather protection cover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Welded flange (21)

 

Paddle length

 

W1

Process connection flange welded to paddle tube

 

All except A and B

 

 

 

 

 

W2(22)

Process connection flange welded to paddle tube, including reinforcing rib

All except A, B, C

 

Specific welded flange angle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

XX

Specific customer-specified angle of flange (0° to 45°) (maximum 30° with Welded Flange W2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paddle extension(23)

 

 

 

PE1

Pendulum extension, 7.87 in. (200 mm), vertical or horizontal installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PE2

Pendulum extension, 19.7 in. (500 mm), vertical installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PE3

Pendulum extension, 39.4 in. (1000 mm), vertical installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PE4

Rope extension, 78.7 in. (2000 mm), vertical installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sliding sleeve(24)

Temperatures

Pressures

 

S1(25)

Sliding sleeve, without over-pressure

All

A

 

S2

Sliding sleeve, with over-pressure

1, 2, 3

All

 

 

 

 

 

 

Radial shaft sealing

Temperatures

Pressures

 

 

 

 

 

 

T1

FPM

1

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

T2

PTFE

1 and 2

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Table 2: Rosemount 2501 Ordering Information (continued)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alternative component material(26)

 

Temperatures

Applications

 

CM1

Ball bearings in stainless steel

 

1, 2, and 3

All except S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Housing heating (20)

 

 

 

HH1

Heating of housing, for temperature range -4 to -40 °F (-20 to -40 °C)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additional bearings

 

Applications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BR1(27)

Additional bearings for paddle extension tube

 

M

 

Extended product warranty

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WR5

5-year limited warranty

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Typical model number: 2501 L 1 A A D 1 5 NN G A B 00000 NA D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1)Application code K requires a 4-in./DN100 flanged process connection.

(2)Temperature-extended-shaft dimension is automatically added for this option, see Table 7.

(3)Maximum overpressure is 1.45 psi (0.1 bar).

(4)Available when Process Operating Temperature code 1 is selected.

(5)Available when Process Operation Pressure code A is selected.

(6)Not available when Process Operating Temperature code 6 is selected.

(7)Not available when Application Profile J and Process Operating Temperature codes 2 or 3 are selected.

(8)Not available when Application Profile K and Materials of Construction: Process Connection code D is selected.

(9)Not available when Application Profile K and Materials of Construction: Process Connection code A is selected

(10)Not available when Materials of Construction: Process Connection Material code S is selected.

(11)Not available when Materials of Construction: Extension Material code A is selected.

(12)Not available when Materials of Construction: Process Connection code A is selected.

(13)Available when Operating Pressure codes A or B are selected.

(14)Materials of Construction: Process Connection code A is not available when Process Connection Size code 4 is selected.

(15)Not available when Process Operating Temperature codes 4, 5, or 6 is selected.

(16)Not available when Operating Temperature code 4 is selected.

(17)Please contact your local Emerson representative for the availability of this option.

(18)Availability of measuring vanes depending on the selected Extension Material code.

(19)Not available when Materials of Construction: Extension code F and Operating Temperature code 4 or 5 are selected.

(20)Available when Power Supply code F or W is selected.

(21)Available when Application Profile code K is selected.

(22)Not available when customer-specified extended lengths are selected and their material is aluminum.

(23)Available when Application Profile code L and Extension Material code D are selected.

(24)Available when Application Profile code M is selected.

(25)Sliding sleeve option code S1 must not be used in hazardous (classified) areas.

(26)Not available when Process Connection Size code B is selected.

(27)Additional bearings must be selected when Application Profile M and Materials of Construction: Extension code F are selected.

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Spares and accessories

The specification and selection of product materials, options, or components must be made by the purchaser of the equipment. See Materials selection for more information.

The starred offerings ( ) represent the most common options and should be selected for best delivery. The non-starred offerings are subject to additional delivery lead time.

Table 3: Spares

Part number

Description

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0001

Motor: 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), 1 revolution/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0002

Motor: 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), 5 revolutions/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0003

Motor: 115 Vac (50/60 Hz), 1 revolution/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0004

Motor: 115 Vac (50/60 Hz), 5 revolutions/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0005

Motor: 48 Vac (50/60 Hz), 1 revolution/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0006

Motor: 48 Vac (50/60 Hz), 5 revolutions/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0007

Motor: 24 Vac (50/60 Hz), 1 revolution/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0008

Motor: 24 Vac (50/60 Hz), 5 revolutions/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0009

Motor: 24 Vdc, 1 revolution/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0010

Motor: 24 Vdc, 5 revolutions/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0011

Motor: 24 Vdc and 22 to 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), universal voltage, 1 revolution/minute

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0012(1)

Motor: 24 Vdc and 22 to 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), universal voltage, 1 revolution/minute,

 

 

with fail-safe alarm

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0013

Motor: 24 Vdc and 22 to 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), universal voltage, 1 revolution/minute,

 

 

with housing heating (for temperatures of -20 to -40 °C)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0014(1)

Motor: 24 Vdc and 22 to 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), universal voltage, 1 revolution/minute,

 

 

with fail-safe alarm and housing heating (for temperatures of -20 to -40 °C)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0015

Motor: 24 Vdc and 22 to 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), universal voltage, 5 revolutions/minute,

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0016(1)

Motor: 24 Vdc and 22 to 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), universal voltage, 5 revolutions/minute,

 

 

with fail-safe alarm

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0017

Motor: 24 Vdc and 22 to 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), universal voltage, 5 revolutions/minute,

 

 

with housing heating (for temperatures of -20 to -40 °C)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0018(1)

Motor: 24 Vdc and 22 to 230 Vac (50/60 Hz), universal voltage, 5 revolutions/minute,

 

 

with fail-safe alarm and housing heating (for temperatures of -20 to -40 °C)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0021

Paddle: 1.02 x 3.03 in. (26 x 77 mm), boot-shaped vane for M30x1.5

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0022

Paddle: 1.57 x 3.86 in. (40 x 98 mm), boot-shaped vane, 304 stainless steel (1.4305)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0023

Paddle: 1.10 x 3.86 in. (28 x 98 mm), boot-shaped vane, 304 stainless steel (1.4305)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0024

Paddle: 1.38 x 4.17 in. (35 x 106 mm), boot-shaped vane, 316L stainless steel (1.4404)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0025

Paddle: 1.38 x 4.17 in. (35 x 106 mm), boot-shaped vane, 304 stainless steel (1.4305)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0026

Paddle: 1.57 x 3.86 in. (40 x 98 mm), boot-shaped vane, 316L stainless steel (1.4404)

 

 

 

 

02500-1000-0027

Paddle: 1.10 x 3.86 in. (28 x 98 mm), boot-shaped vane, 316L stainless steel (1.4404)

 

 

 

 

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