Kobold NEK-1236N20C – NEK Compact Conductive Level Switch, NPN, Polypropylene Body, 3/4″ NPT
The Kobold NEK-1236N20C is a compact conductive level switch from Kobold’s NEK series. It has a polypropylene body, 36 mm stainless steel electrodes, a 3/4″ NPT process connection and an NPN open collector output, with a 2 m (6 ft) PVC cable.
The NEK detects the level of conductive liquids by applying a low AC voltage to a pair of 316Ti stainless steel electrodes. When the liquid reaches the electrodes, a small current flows between them and the switch changes state. With no moving or protruding parts, it is well suited to dirty liquids, liquids with high solids content, low-viscosity media and aggressive chemicals. The polypropylene body is a cost-effective choice for low-pressure tanks at moderate temperatures, and offers good resistance to many chemicals. The switch can be installed horizontally or vertically.
Key Technical Data – Kobold NEK-1236N20C
- Series: Kobold NEK compact conductive level switch
- Measuring principle: Conductive, no moving parts
- Housing: Polypropylene
- Electrodes: Stainless steel 1.4571 (316Ti)
- Immersion length: 36 mm (1-1/2″)
- Process connection: 3/4″ NPT male
- Max. pressure: 6 bar (approx. 87 psig)
- Operating temperature: –25 to +60 °C (polypropylene body)
- Installation position: Horizontal or vertical
- Output: NPN open collector, max. 32 V / 100 mA, short-circuit proof
- Supply voltage: 18–29 V DC, < 20 mA
- Switching delay: 0.5 s (dry/wet and wet/dry)
- Sensitivity: approx. 50 kΩ
- Min. liquid conductance: approx. 100 µS/cm
- Electrical connection: 2 m (6 ft) PVC cable, 3-core screened
- Degree of protection: IP68
PPS or Polypropylene Body?
- NEK-1236N20C: polypropylene, max. 6 bar, up to +60 °C (this item)
- NEK-1136N20C: PPS (Ryton), max. 20 bar, up to +85 °C
Other versions with polypropylene body:
- NEK-2236N20C: PNP open collector
- NEK-3236N20C: relay output (changeover contact)
- NEK-1273N20C: 73 mm immersion length
If the switch is installed in a metal tank, the tank must be connected to the NEK supply ground (GND). Our sales team can help you confirm the right version.
Typical Applications
- High and low level detection in small, low-pressure tanks
- Water, wastewater and process liquids with solids
- Chemical media compatible with polypropylene and 316Ti
- Dry-run protection for pumps
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