Is the Oil Smart Switch a dielectric continuity type switch?
No, the Oil Smart Switch is a capacitive type composed of solid-state circuitry totally encapsulated in a plastic case. The technology can be described several ways: 1. A proximity sensor circuit operation. The medium measured (water or oil) does not have to actually touch an exposed sensor. A major advantage of our product is the sensor can be exposed or not, and the water is not used as the conductor between the exposed sensors, un like the troublesome continuity type. 2. A capacitive sensor. A field is generated and the sensors measure the dielectric value off the faceplate of the switch or an extended stainless steal rod. 3. A dual mode oscillator. The method used in generating the field that measures the dielectric value. The Oil Smart Switch is set to operate at a dielectric value of 50, the lower range of tap water. Oil has a smaller dielectric value that is why its used as an insulating material in electric apparatus. Oil will not cause our switch to operate or harm it any way.
