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10-788 Acetal 1-Pack Side Mount · Series 10

10-788-AC Vertical-Operation Side Mounted Level Switch with Angle Connector (Acetal)

Vertical-float side mount in Acetal — for fuels, hydraulics, and hydrocarbons.

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PP · 1-Pack PP · 10-Pack AC · 10-Pack KR · 1-Pack KR · 10-Pack

Product Description

The 10-788-AC delivers Compac's vertical-operation side-mount configuration in Acetal — the correct material choice for hydrocarbons, fuels, light oils, and petroleum-based fluids that degrade polypropylene over time. The 10-782-AC stem operates vertically with a 10-700-SS slosh shield protecting the float, and a 10-700CA angle connector routes 24" pigtail leads through the tank side wall for applications where top access is blocked. Acetal wetted construction is compatible with diesel, gasoline, kerosene, hydraulic fluids, light machine oils, and alcohol blends to 180°F (82°C) at 100 PSI (6.9 bar).

Key Features

Engineered specifications and field-service advantages — not marketing language.

Acetal wetted construction

Compatible with hydrocarbons, diesel, gasoline, kerosene, hydraulic fluids, and light oils that attack polypropylene.

Vertical-operation 10-782-AC stem

Gravity-driven float travel — the most reliable configuration for fuel-level critical applications.

10-700CA angle connector

90° wire exit for side-wall pass-through installations.

Integrated 10-700-SS slosh shield

Rejects fuel-sloshing false-switch events in mobile or vibrating equipment.

ERECTA SWITCH modularity

Acetal stems, floats, connectors, and shields all stocked — service is a parts swap, not a custom build.

Applications

Specific installation scenarios that match the 10-788-AC configuration.

Specifications

Model10-788-AC
Wetted materialAcetal
Chemical compatibilityhydrocarbons, diesel, gasoline, kerosene, hydraulic fluids, and light oils
Float operationVertical (standard float)
Mount thread1/8" NPT (via 10-700CA angle connector)
Max temperature180°F (82°C) continuous
Max pressure100 PSI (6.9 bar)
Electrical rating20 VA, 0.5A @ 120 VAC, 1.0A @ 24 VDC
Lead length24" standard (72" available — contact factory)
Switch elementHermetically sealed reed (10-782-AC)
Pack configuration1-Pack
Country of manufactureParadise, California, USA

Related Products

10-788-PP
Water / aqueous
10-788-KR
Aggressive chemistries
10-788-AC 10-Pack
OEM bulk — 25% off

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About This Product

What is the difference between a float level switch and a liquid level sensor?

A float level switch like the 10-788 is a point-level device: a float rides the liquid and actuates a magnetic reed switch at a set height, giving a simple on/off signal — no power, no firmware, no calibration. "Sensors" usually means continuous measurement (ultrasonic, radar, capacitive). ERECTA SWITCH targets reliable discrete-point control.

What are the typical applications for the 10-788?

The 10-788 is used for pump start/stop control, high-level overflow protection, low-level dry-run protection, and tank or reservoir level alarms in OEM equipment. The modular ERECTA SWITCH system is built into laundry, HVAC, water-treatment, hydraulic, and chemical-handling machinery.

What liquid chemistries is the 10-788 compatible with?

Choose the material to match the media: Polypropylene (PP) for general aqueous, acids, and bases; Acetal (AC/Delrin) for solvents, fuels, and hydrocarbons; Kynar PVDF (KR) for aggressive or harsh chemicals. Every ERECTA SWITCH model is offered in all three materials.

Is the 10-788 a point-level or continuous-level device?

The 10-788 is point-level — it provides a discrete on/off signal at a set height. For multiple switch points, use a multi-level extended-stem set (2-, 3-, or 4-level) instead of a single continuous sensor.

What mounting options are available for the 10-788?

ERECTA SWITCH offers vertical top-mount, bulkhead, and extended-stem configurations, plus side-mounted single-point models. The mount style is part of the model number — select the configuration that matches your tank geometry.

How is the actuation level set on the 10-788, and how accurate is it?

Point detection is repeatable and mechanical. The trip height on the 10-788 is set by the 10-715 Precision Nipple, ordered separately in 1-inch increments (1″–70″), so you place the switch point exactly where the application needs it.