Level Measurement
OPTIWAVE 1560
Brand:
Krohne
Radar level transmitter for basic applications with liquids in narrow tanks with internal obstructions
- Cost-effective non-contact level measurement with longer range and high accuracy
- Compact and robust 80 GHz radar with flush-mounted concave PVDF Lens antenna, not affected by condensation
- Measuring range: 0…30 m / 98.4 ft
- 2-wire 4…20 mA HART®7; user-friendly commissioning via Bluetooth® using the OPTICHECK Level Mobile app
- Compact and economical level radar for high accuracy level measurement of liquids and solids
- Best-in-class radar, highly flexible to adapt to a large choice of applications in various industries
- Robust PVDF housing, also available with display or as an IP68-rated waterproof version designed to withstand heavy rainfall and flooding events for several days
- Fully potted electronics for use in harsh environments with agitated liquids and vibration
- PVDF Lens antenna in DN70 / 3"
- Small beam angle of 4° for reliable level measurement in confined spaces of tanks, extremely narrow vessels, nozzles and holes
- Unique in its class: 3" threaded connection fits flanges and accessories without protruding into nozzles of silos or tanks
- Antenna material is chemically resistant to a wide range of products
- Special concave antenna design: self-draining in the event of condensation for optimum signal strength and stable measurement at all times
- Flush-mounted, virtually no dead zone
- Extremely high dynamics for reliable level measurement also in the event of dust, condensation, vibration
- Ideal solution for high accuracy requirements
- User-friendly device installation and set-up, easy commissioning possible without prior knowledge
- Via Bluetooth® in combination with mobile phone or tablet and the OPTICHECK Level Mobile app
- Offers pre-configured application templates for easy installation via smartphone or tablet
- Provides a high degree of flexibility and adaptability: can be easily switched to other applications vessel parameters
- Via HART® using the OPTICHECK DTM with quick set-up assistant
- Via Bluetooth® in combination with mobile phone or tablet and the OPTICHECK Level Mobile app
- Features OPTICHECK technology built-in
- Enhanced device diagnostics
- On-site verification without process interruption using the OPTICHECK service tools
- Verification report about device status with one click
- Drift-free and maintenance-free, no need for recalibration
- TBM (Tank Bottom Management) ensures reliable measurement even in empty tanks
- Dedicated algorithms to filter and compensate for irregular radar wave reflections that occur at tank bottom when the vessel is empty
- Allows for quick and easy commissioning of tanks regardless of their size, material or geometry
- Delivered with a 5 m / 16.4 ft shielded cable
- Large choice of accessories available - from orientation kits to brackets and low pressure flanges to weather protections and purging kits
- 3-year warranty
OPTIWAVE 1560 Technical Datasheet
