{"product_id":"franklin-blc-water-level-probe-relay-factory-fitted-cp1-cp3-panel-option","title":"Franklin BLC Water-Level Probe Relay – Factory-Fitted CP1 \u0026 CP3 Panel Option","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFranklin BLC Water-Level Probe Relay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a factory-fitted control-panel option that allows compatible Franklin LP2W water-level probes to control or protect a water pump according to the water level in a tank, bore or water source.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BLC accepts signals from either one or two conductivity probes. Depending on the panel configuration and probe placement, it can be used to stop a pump when the source water falls below a safe level or provide automatic control between selected water levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not a standalone external controller. The BLC must be ordered as a factory-fitted option inside a compatible Franklin CP1 single-phase or CP3 three-phase control panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted water-level probe relay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for one or two Franklin LP2W probes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides water-level input to the pump-control panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be configured for low-level pump protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan provide single-level or two-level control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for tank, bore and water-source level monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstalled and wired inside the selected control panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with Franklin CP1 and CP3 full control panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible pumps and applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BLC option can be used with pumps controlled by:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFranklin CP1 230V single-phase control panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFranklin CP3 415V three-phase control panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrectly selected Franklin FPS bore pumps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Franklin MH and EVR pumps using a CP1 or CP3 panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank-filling systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBore-water level protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-yield bore installations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuction tanks and water-storage systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe control panel must be correctly sized for the connected pump motor. The BLC does not determine the electrical size of the panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired probes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BLC requires either one or two compatible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFranklin LP2W two-wire stainless-steel water-level probes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbe choice depends on the application:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne probe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Used where a single water-level switching point is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo probes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Used where separate upper and lower water levels are required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLP2W probes are available separately in cable lengths from 20 metres to 200 metres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFranklin BLC probe relay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory installation inside the selected CP1 or CP3 control panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal control-panel wiring for the ordered configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCP1 or CP3 control panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLP2W water-level probe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbe cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater pump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrical supply wiring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal junction boxes or cable glands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn-site installation or commissioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation and selection warning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BLC is a factory-fitted control-panel option and must be ordered with a compatible Franklin CP1 or CP3 full control panel. It should not be ordered as a loose standalone relay or installed without a suitable protective enclosure and correctly designed control circuit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe number of probes and required control function must be confirmed before the panel is ordered. Probe positioning determines the levels at which the pump starts or stops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BLC does not replace the panel’s motor-overload protection and does not directly power the pump. It provides a level-control signal to the control panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLP2W conductivity probes must never be subjected to high-voltage insulation or “Megger” testing, as this may damage the probe circuit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe control panel must be selected to match the pump voltage, phase, motor power and full-load current. Installation, probe wiring and commissioning must be completed by a licensed electrician or qualified pump technician.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-fitted options have an estimated lead time of approximately two to three weeks, subject to Franklin availability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Pump Shed Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43623113654320,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6494\/9808\/files\/Franklin-BLC-Probe-Relay-Factory-Fitted-Option.jpg?v=1789523010","url":"https:\/\/thepumpshedaustralia.com.au\/products\/franklin-blc-water-level-probe-relay-factory-fitted-cp1-cp3-panel-option","provider":"The Pump Shed Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}