Ultra robust, ultra precise

mecorad’s level series is designed to withstand the most extreme conditions. Even directly above a mold, tundish or ladle, the ultra robust sensor accurately measures levels and freeboard reliably in real time.

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Use of the level series

The level series is set up to give you precise real-time information on levels or freeboard of hot metals and slags. Via the integrated Modbus/TCP interface measurement results are communicated directly to the PLC.

Performance

The level series works accurately and with low maintenance even under extreme heat, dust, thermal radiance or molten metal sparks up to a distance of 20.000mm. A variable opening angle of min. +-2° is suitable even for narrow viewing channels to the liquid. Micrometer accuracy for highest precision levels is available.

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Installation

Due to its robust design, protected housing at IP 68 rating and available cooling options, mirrors or ceramic shields, the level series can be gauge right above the ladle or tundish. The sensor can easily be adapted to existing installations. Drillings on the back and  on the base of the housing support fast installation.

Technical Data

Find out more about the level series in the technical data:

Sensor Dimensions 131x130x74,5 mm
Sensor Weight 1.500 g1
Housing material options Aluminum alloy or Stainless Steel according to customer's choice
Housing protection IP68
Front plate PTFE2 or ceramic3
Mounting 4x M6x1 depth 8 on the backside
2x M6x1 depth 6 on the bottom
Certification CE; FCC planned
Inputs 1x RJ-45 with PoE
Outputs Modbus / 2 x Relay contact
Power supply PoE
Measurement principle FMCW-Radar
Measurement rate 75 Hz default
Object detection time/ Release time (max.) 40 ms
Opening angle +/- 2°
Band 122 GHz-band ISM, 0,9 GHz bandwidth
Operation temperature of the sensor -20…70°C
Surrounding temperature any4
Distance for single micrometer absolute precision up to 2.500 mm
Transmitting power (max.) 2 mW
Power consumption (typ.) 6 Watt
1 Al-Housing
2 stable up to 260°C
3 stable up to >1400°C
4 temperature compensation available

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