FMCW radar level measurement

FMCW radar level measurement

Wide (large) storage silo

Large silos for storage applications with extremely dusty atmosphere, e.g. powders.

Possible radar devices for this application

Radar (FMCW) level transmitter OPTIWAVE 6500 – Version with Lens antenna and thread connection
OPTIWAVE 6500

  • Continuous, non-contact level measurement in high and narrow silos, hoppers or containers
  • 80 GHz radar, flush-mounted Lens antenna
  • Measuring range: 0…100 m / 328 ft
  • -50…+200°C / -58…+392°F; -1…40 barg / -14.5…580 psig

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Accessories for this product

Vibration level switch OPTISWITCH 3100 C – Version with plastic housing

OPTISWITCH 3100

Vibration level switch for solid applications

  • Point level detection of powders and fine-grained bulk solids
  • Probe length: 220 mm / 8.7"
  • Density: <8  g/l / <0.49 lb/ft3
  • -50…+250°C / -58…+482°F; -1…16 barg / -14.5…232 psig
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Vibration level switch OPTISWITCH 3300 C

OPTISWITCH 3300

Vibration level switch with rigid extension for solid applications

  • Point level detection of solids
  • Probe length: up to 6 m / 20 ft
  • Density: <8 g/l / <0.49 lb/ft3
  • -50…+250°C; -1…16 barg
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