Non-Contact Radar Level Measurement Used In The Shipbuilding Industry

Published 10 Jul 2019

Tank Radar Level Sensor For Ships

Tank Radar Level Sensor For Ships

VEGAPULS 66 Non-Contact Radar Level Sensor

Application – VEGAPULS 66 Non-Contact Radar Level Measurement

In the shipbuilding industry time is crucial, so extending their lifespan at sea is the main priority. Non-contact radar level measurement is used to ensure the service tanks are constantly carrying enough supplies. In this Instance the VEGAPULS 66 radar level non-contact level sensor is used.

Every inch of space on a marine vessel is used to its full potential. Places that aren’t easy to access or existing cavities are used as service tanks for diesel and drinking water.VEGAPULS 66

These tanks come in a range of different sizes depending on the ship and often span over numerous decks on larger ships. The capacity of the tank can range anywhere between one and one hundred tons.

A non-contact radar level measurement instrument uses microwave signals to determine the level of a liquid or solid.

Accurate non-contact radar level measurement is imperative to ensure the ships are always fully stocked when out at sea. A tank level sensor was required that could measure the contents without making contact.

Radar Level Sensor Signals

Radar Level Sensor Signals

Solution – VEGAPULS 66 Non-Contact Radar Level Measurement

In the shipbuilding industry a sounding pipe is made available by the shipyard to ensure accurate non-contact level measurement in the tank.

VEGAPULS Series Of Non-Contact Radar Level Sensors

VEGAPULS 66 non-contact radar level sensor is the ideal solution as the non-contact radar level measurement works regardless of product or tank form. The guided wave radar microwaves are undeterred by constructions or installations on the vessel.

The tank level sensor uses this data to determine the distance to the product surface and is thus able to calculate the product level.

Non-contact radar level sensors can be used for level measurement of process tanks, storage tanks and silos.

T&D are an approved stockist & distributor for the VEGA range of non-contact radar level measurement instruments. Please contact us today to discuss your requirement.

Further Reading

Radar Level Measurement – How Does It Work?

Guided Wave Radar Level Sensor – How Does it Work?

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