Guided-Wave and Free-Space Radar Level Transmitters Offer Accurate and Efficient Monitoring

Honeywell introduces its family of microwave radar level instruments
Nov. 24, 2008
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Honeywell introduces its family of microwave radar level instruments for use in plant storage tanks. The VersaLevel line expands the company’s field-device portfolio and provides customers with accurate and easy-to-install devices for efficient tank-level monitoring. Germany-based Krohne will manufacture the level transmitters to Honeywell’s standards and specifications for quality, performance and reliability.

The VersaLevel product family includes a line of guided-wave and free-space radar level devices. Both types of devices are suited for a range of industries, including chemical, minerals and mining, oil and gas, petrochemicals and pulp and paper.

The guided-radar level transmitter uses sharp electromagnetic pulses to measure distances and levels for liquids, pastes, granulates, powders and liquid interfaces. The device has higher signal dynamics and a sharper pulse than conventional guided-wave devices, which results in better accuracy. It also features a user-friendly and easily accessible touch screen, which displays in nine languages.

The free-space radar transmitter is well-suited for applications that require non-contact measurement in difficult process conditions, such as tanks with agitators. The device features triple barrier gas-tight protection for applications that involve dangerous gases. In addition, the free-space radar device can measure up to 80 meters or 262.5 feet and operates up to a flange temperature of 200 °C or 390 °F.