Radar Liquid Level Sensor is an instrument that measures the height of a liquid and converts it into an electrical signal. Using time-domain reflectometry (TDR) sensing technology, Radar Liquid Level Sensor emits and receives high-frequency radio waves (microwaves) to measure the distance to the surface of liquid-based substances. Different from the ultrasonic and guided wave radar transmitter. SIRD-902T Microwave Radar Liquid Level Sensor is a self-heating microwave level sensor. Low-temperature resistance, heat tracing type, non-icing, and anti-crystallization. Suitable for corrosive liquids, steam, and volatile liquids.
Features of SIRD-902T Microwave Radar Liquid Level Sensor
Specifications of SIRD-902T Microwave Radar Liquid Level Sensor
| Application： | Temperature, pressure, slightly corrosive liquid |
| Measuring Range： | 20 meters |
| Process Connection： | Thread, flange |
| Process Temperature： | -40～130℃(standard type) / -40～250℃(high temperature type) |
| Process Pressure： | -0.1～2.0MPa |
| Accuracy： | ±3mm |
| Protection Grade： | IP67 |
| Frequency Range： | 26GHz |
| Supply： | Two-wire system (DC24V) / Four-wire system (DC24V/AC220V) |
| Signal Output： | Exia ⅡC T6 Ga / Exd IIC T6 Gb |
| Outer Covering： | Aluminum Single Chamber / Aluminum Dual Chamber / Plastic / Stainless Steel Single Chamber |
| Explosion-proof Grade： | 4…20mA/HART (two-wire/four-wire) / RS485 Mod bus |
| Antenna Material | Stainless Steel / PTFE |
Radar Level Sensor Application
The measurable conditions of the 902T Radar Liquid Level Sensor are as follows:
- Application: corrosive liquid, steam, volatile liquid
- Measuring range: 20 meters
- Process connection: flange
- Medium temperature: -40～130℃ (standard type)/ -40～230℃ (high temperature type)
- Process pressure: -0.1～2.0MPa
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Radar Liquid Level Sensor Working Principle
The radar-level antenna emits narrow microwave pulses. Downward transmission via the antenna. After the microwave touches the surface of the measured medium, it is reflected back. It is received by the antenna system again and transmitted to the electronic circuit part to automatically convert it into a level signal.
Because microwaves travel so fast, the time it takes for electromagnetic waves to reach the target and return to the receiver by reflection is almost instantaneous.
A range setting
B Low adjustment
C high adjustment
D Blind zone range
The reference plane of the measurement is:
The bottom surface of the thread or the sealing surface of the flange
Note: When using radar level timing, make sure that the highest material level cannot enter the blind area of the measurement (the area shown in D in the figure).
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Radar Level Sensor Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages of radar level measurement
Disadvantages of radar level measurement
Radar Level Sensor for Solids
Measuring medium: liquid and Solids
Measuring range: 0.1m~120m
Process connection: flange≥DN80
Process temperature: -40～200℃; -60~1200℃
Process pressure: -0.1～2.5MPa
Antenna size: 78mm lens antenna
Antenna material: PTFE/full filling
Measuring medium: solid
Measuring range: 0.3m~150m
Process connection: flange≥DN80
Process temperature: -40～110℃
Process pressure: -0.1～0.3MPa
Antenna size: 78mm lens antenna + purging (or without purging)
Antenna material: PTFE
Application: solid materials, strong dust, easy to crystallize, condensation occasions
Measuring range: 70 meters
Process connection: universal flange
Process temperature: -40～130℃ (standard type) / -40～250℃ (high temperature type)
Process pressure: -0.1～4.0 MPa (flat flange) -0.1～0.3 MPa (universal flange)
Accuracy: ±15mm
Protection level: IP67
Application: solid materials, strong dust, easy to crystallize, condensation occasions
Measuring range: 80 meters
Process connection: threaded, universal flange
Process temperature: -40～130℃ (standard type) / -40～250℃ (high temperature type)
Process pressure: -0.1～0.3MPa
Accuracy: ±15mm
Protection level: IP67
Application: solid particles, powder
Measuring range: liquid 35 meters / solid block 20 meters / solid powder 15 meters
Process connection: thread, flange
Process temperature: -40～130℃ (standard type) / -40～250℃ (high temperature type)
Process pressure: -0.1～4.0 MPa (flat flange) -0.1～0.3 MPa (universal flange)
Accuracy: ±15mm
Protection level: IP67
Applicable medium: solid particles or blocks, not suitable for solid powder
Application: Lime block measurement; raw coal measurement
Explosion-proof certification: Exia IIC T6 Ga/ Exd IIC T6 Gb
Measuring range: 35m
Antenna: Horn antenna
Frequency: 6 GHz
Process temperature: -40～130℃(standard type)/-40～250℃(high-temperature type)
Applicable medium: solid, especially medium measurement in a high-temperature environment
Application: Blast furnace level measurement
Explosion-proof certification: Exia IIC T6 Ga/Exd IIC T6 Gb
Measuring range: 15m
Antenna: Horn antenna
Frequency: 6 GHz
Process temperature: (-40～400)℃
What is the difference between Ultrasonic Level Sensor and Radar Level Sensor?
Ultrasonic Level Sensor and Radar Level Sensor are non-contact liquid level measuring instruments. As the name suggests, one uses ultrasonic waves and the other uses electromagnetic waves. In addition, what are the differences between ultrasonic level sensors and radar level sensors?
Simply put:
- The relative price of Radar Level Sensor is relatively high;
- Radar Level Sensor has higher accuracy than ultrasonic;
- The measuring range of radar is larger than that of ultrasonic;
- When using Radar Level Sensor, consider the dielectric constant of the medium.
- Radar Level Sensor has horn type, rod type and cable type. Compared with ultrasonic, it can be applied to more complicated working conditions;
- Ultrasonic cannot be applied to working conditions such as vacuum, high steam content or foam on the liquid surface.
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Ultrasonic liquid level sensors are non contact level measurement devices. In the measurement, the ultrasonic pulse is sent by the sensor (transducer). The sound wave is reflected by the liquid surface and received by the same sensor or ultrasonic receiver. It is converted into an electrical signal by a piezoelectric crystal or a magnetostrictive device. It is transmitted and received by the sound wave. The time between the sensor and the surface of the liquid being measured. Due to non-contact measurement, the measured medium is almost unlimited. It can be widely used for measuring the height of various liquid and solid materials. Like: water level, fuel level, oil level, petrol tank level, and so on.
Extended reading: GWR Solid Level Sensor-Cement silo-Ash powder measure
Guided wave radar level transmitter uses guided wave radar (GWR) technology. Based on the reflection of microwave on the surface medium. Through the probe, continuous level measurement of liquid and solid levels is completed.
A guided wave radar level transmitter is also called a wave-guided radar level sensor. They can measure both levels and the interface between two media. Through probe rod or cable, complete level contact types continuous level measurement. Such as Coaxial Probe Guided Wave Radar Level Transmitter. This is different from ultrasonic level measurement, which is a non-contact measurement. A guided wave radar level transmitter is often used for tank level measurement. Including liquid and solid. Output 4～20mA/HART, so as to measure and control the level during production.
Extended reading: GWR Solid Level Sensor-for Cement silo-Ash powder measure
Radar Level Sensor Price
The price of the radar level sensor is related to the medium, installation method, and pressure level.
- The medium is divided into ordinary type and anti-corrosion type. The cost of the ordinary type is relatively low, and the price of the anti-corrosion type is relatively expensive.
- The pressure levels are divided into 1.0MPA, 1.6MPA, 2.5MPA, 4.0MPA, 25MPA. The greater the pressure, the more expensive the price. So the pressure is directly proportional to the price.
- Every customer who has bought a radar level sensor knows that the installation method is different. Top-mounted and side-mounted. Because of the different structure, the top-mounted type is more expensive than the side-mounted type.
Sino-Inst provides customers with the most reasonable prices on the basis of ensuring product quality. Radar Level Sensor Price reference range: USD500-1500.00/pc
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