Radar Level Sensor

Radar Level Sensor
WXR808

Features

The radar level meter may be fitted in a variety of metal and non-metal containers and pipes due to its large detection range and low beam energy. It works well in situations where there is steam, inert gas, dust, and water mist. The radar level meter is safe for both the environment and humans to use. Its benefits include not requiring on-site calibration, being unaffected by changes in the dielectric constant, and not being impacted by the specific gravity of the medium.

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Introduction to Radar Level Sensor

In industrial manufacturing processes, radar level transmitters can detect the height of liquids in closed or open containers continuously and non-contact. The radar level transmitter may be deployed in a variety of metal and non-metal containers and pipes due to its extensive detection range and low beam energy. It works well in situations where there is steam, inert gas, dust, and water mist. The radar level transmitter is safe for both the environment and humans to use. Its benefits include not requiring on-site calibration, being unaffected by changes in the dielectric constant, and not being impacted by the specific gravity of the medium. In many industrial applications, radar level measurement is a very precise and dependable way to determine the level of liquids or solids. This method measures the distance between the surface of the substance being measured and the radar sensor using electromagnetic waves. The ability of radar level measuring to produce accurate readings even in challenging circumstances when other techniques might not work is one of its main benefits. Applications with high pressures, temperatures, or vapor or dust concentrations fall under this category.

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Uses of Radar Level
Sensors

Industrial Process Control: Measure levels of liquids, solids, and slurries in industries like chemicals, oil & gas, and food & beverage. Water and Wastewater Management: Monitor levels in water treatment plants, reservoirs, and sewage systems. Storage Tanks: Ensure accurate level measurement in large storage tanks, including hazardous materials. Marine and Offshore: Monitor levels in ballast tanks, fuel tanks, and cargo holds on ships.

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Application of Radar Level Sensors

Chemical Plants: For measuring levels of corrosive and hazardous liquids. Oil & Gas: Monitoring tank levels and ensuring safety in refineries. Water Treatment: Managing water levels in treatment plants and reservoirs. Food & Beverage: Ensuring consistent levels in production tanks and mixers. Mining: Measuring bulk material levels in silos and hoppers. Marine: Monitoring ballast and fuel tank levels on ships.

Principle of Radar Level Sensor

The guided wave radar emits high-frequency microwave pulses that travel along steel rods or cables for detection. These pulses come into contact with the media to be measured, and because the mutation’s dielectric constant causes reflections, some of the pulse energy is reflected back. The relationship between the transmitted pulse and the reflected pulse depends on the measured media’s distance and time interval.

Technical Specification

Product
Radar level Sensor
Model
WXR808
Measure range
0.08~30m,0.3~60m, others
Beam angle
3°/8°
Installation
Thread, Flange
Process temperature
(-40~85)℃
Process Pressure
(-0.1~0.3) MPa
Accuracy
±5mm
Ingress protection
IP67
Frequency Range
76GHz~81GHz,5GHz FMCW bandwidth
Power supply
(9~36)VDC
Communication
Modbus/HART
Humidity
≤95%RH
Enclosure
Aluminum alloy, stainless steel
Fault output
3.8mA, 4mA, 20mA, 21mA, hold
Size
Ø100*270mm
Weight
2.480Kg/2.995Kg
Cable entry
M20*1.5
Antenna type
Lens antenna/anti-corrosive antenna / flange isolated by quartz
Recommended cables
AWG18 or 0.75mm²
Minimum measured dielectric constant
≥2
Signal Output
4-20mA
RS485
Range
0-8m
Sensor
polycarbonate
Medium
Liquid
Process Connection
G1 1/2

Applications

Heating and Cooling Reactors

Heating and cooling reactors are crucial components in various industrial processes, particularly in chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries. These reactors are used for carrying out reactions under controlled temperature conditions.

Disinfecting and
Sterilizing

Disinfection and sterilization are critical processes across various industries, particularly in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and biotechnology. These applications ensure the elimination of harmful microorganisms.

Waste Heat Recovery Boilers

Waste heat recovery boilers are essential components in industries where significant amounts of heat are generated during various processes but are typically wasted. These boilers capture this waste heat and convert it into useful energy, thereby improving.

Dyeing WasteWater

Treatment of highly coloured wastewater containing a variety of dyes in varying quantities is a major component of wastewater treatment in the textile and dye industry.The flow of dye into the interior of the fibre as well as the interaction between a dye .

Exhaust Gas Treatment

Exhaust gas treatment systems (EGTS), also referred to as SOX scrubbers, are an alternative to these solutions that clean the exhaust gas in order to reduce SOX emissions to a level that is equivalent to the acceptable fuel sulphur
content.

Fertigation System

Fertigation is the process of injecting fertilisers into an irrigation system for the purpose of amending the soil, the water, and other water-soluble goods. Adding chemicals to an irrigation system is known as chemigation, which is connected to fertigation.

Accessories

Documents

Technical Datasheet_Radar level Sensor_WXR808_En_V1_2023

User Manual_Radar level Sensor_WXR808_En_V6_2023

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