VEGA – Radar Level Measurement Technology. The world’s first 80 GHz radar sensor for level measurement of liquids.
VEGA VEGAPULS 64 radar level measurement sensors are used in storage tanks, dosing and process vessels with different process conditions or hygienic requirements.
Non-contact level measurement with radar using VEGA VEGAPULS 64 :
The precursors for the manufacture of colour pigments are dissolved in the dissolving tank – the Naptha based precursors are mainly Naphtha based, and, depending on the formulation, water and sodium hydroxide solution are added as solvents for the production of the basic pigment solution. An agitator ensures uniform mixing of substances as they are added – the level measuring system is needed to ensure reliable values that are delivered to the control system.
VEGA VEGAPULS 64
VEGA VEGAPULS 64, the first radar level sensor on the market for liquids that measures at a frequency of 80 GHz. This feature allows considerably better focusing of the radar beam. With this new instrument, measuring is much easier and more reliable, even under difficult conditions, such as tanks fitted with heating coils, baffles or agitators.
Reliable maintenance-free liquid level measurement using VEGA VEGAPULS 64 Radar Level Measurement.
VEGA Sensors : Measurement of level, point level and pressure. Contact T&D for further information.
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In the petrochemical industry in order for the crude oil process to run continuously and smoothly care has to be taken when storing raw and finished products. Delivery of the crude oil is via pipeline or ship and stored in a large tank until it is ready for final processing.
Accurate level measurement of products of distillation is essential whilst they are being stored in different sized tanks.
In the past it was expensive as calibratable measuring devices were implemented for level measurement. Nowadays cheaper and low maintenance measuring systems are used for small and medium sized tanks. Products are now usually measured by calibratable flow meters while being moved.
The radar sensor VEGAPULS 62 is suitable for level measurement especially in small and mid-size refinery vessels. Being small and light, the level sensor can be mounted without difficulty in an existing mounting boss, or integrated into a manhole.
With an accuracy of 3 mm, the VEGAPULS 62 sensor is ideal for inventory tank management and can easily be coupled with superordinate systems. Through the use of a temperature adapter, process temperatures up to 200 °C can be realised enabling level measurement of highly viscous distillation products such as lubricating oil or bitumen. VEGAPULS 62 has also proven itself very well as overfill protection in floating roof vessels.
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Until now, mechanical measuring systems such as float gauges or displacers were often implemented. To guarantee precise measuring results, such devices (VEGAFLEX 61) are used mainly in standpipes. Due to the large equalisation holes in the pipes, it is often impossible to replace existing systems with free radiating radar sensors – the holes cause interfering reflections.
This is a situation in which the guided microwave device provides a simple, as well as reliable, solution for level measurement. When the sensor is mounted in the center of the existing standpipe, a coaxial measuring system with optimal signal transmission is created. The result is high accuracy and dependability, without large expenditures for installation and setup.
In principle, a continuous measuring system can be implemented for overfill protection. However, as a completely different measuring principle, the vibrating level switch VEGASWING 63 provides additional safety. Independent of product characteristics, the level sensor reliably detects the threshold level and thus ensures a high degree of plant safety.
The annual instrument check is carried out quickly and reliably with a simple push of a button on the instrument. VEGASWING 63 is ideally suited for leakage monitoring in tank enclosures.
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Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, distribute Explosion Proof & Hazardous Area Process Instrumentation Equipment (ATEX & IECEx Certified): this includes industrial measurement probes, humidity sensors, data loggers, handheld instruments and transmitters for temperature measurement and monitoring of relative humidity. Additionally, hazardous area instrumentation is also available for monitoring carbon dioxide, differential and process pressure, flow, dew point, water activity and analog signals.
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Thorne & Derrick International are your single-source supplier of Electrical, Mechanical, Process & Instrumentation Equipment. T&D provide an outstanding service to UK and international customers – we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service.
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In the oil and gas Industry measuring the mud flow in the return line is essential to stop solid matter from causing a blockage when the mud is flowing back from the borehole. The mud return system is carefully monitored to ensure there is no damage to the drilling head or interruptions to production.
VEGA VEGAPULS 62 allows a completely contactless and maintenance-free, mud flow measurement in the return line. The flow is determined by measuring the level in the pipeline. The level sensor is mounted parallel to the pipeline, so the microwaves are first deflected by 90° and then sent through an opening in the return line – hazardous area level sensors are also available.
In contrast to contacting measuring techniques, VEGA VEGAPULS 62 provides a totally wear and maintenance-free measurement. The mud flow in the return line remains unhindered since no bottlenecks are created by fittings or other parts of the sensor.
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Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, distribute Explosion Proof & Hazardous Area Process Instrumentation Equipment (ATEX & IECEx Certified): this includes industrial measurement probes, humidity sensors, data loggers, handheld instruments and transmitters for temperature measurement and monitoring of relative humidity. Additionally, hazardous area instrumentation is also available for monitoring carbon dioxide, differential and process pressure, flow, dew point, water activity and analog signals.
Thorne & Derrick are inviting you to join LinkedIn’s fastest growing Discussion Group – Process & Hazardous Area Industries : Heat Tracing, Gas Detection, Fluid Control & Flow Measurement. News, projects, videos, promotions, whitepapers, jobs, webinars, press plus much more.
ABOUT US
Thorne & Derrick International are your single-source supplier of Electrical, Mechanical, Process & Instrumentation Equipment. T&D provide an outstanding service to UK and international customers – we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service.
T&D supply utilities, power, renewable energy, construction, rail, manufacturing, food/beverage, mining, oil, gas and petrochemical industries – distributing 100,000+ products from 100+ manufacturers from multi-million pound stocks. Since 1985 we have established a solid reputation based on service, integrity and trust.
Liquid gases such as butane and propane are created in crude oil distillation processes.
The gases are stored either under pressure in horizontal or spherical tanks or at incredibly low temperatures. There are operational issues as the level measurement sensors need to be highly reliable as the tanks cannot be open for several years at a time.
The ATEX hazardous area directive consists of two EU directives describing the type of equipment and work environment allowed in an environment with an explosive atmosphere. ATEX derives its name from the French title of the 94/9/EC directive: Appareils destinés à être utilisés en ATmosphères EXplosibles.
Selecting electrical, process or instrumentation equipment for hazardous areas can be complex and several factors must be considered in the decision making process.
Hazardous area classification must be carried out according to established codes (such as ATEX) or quantitative methods requiring a detailed knowledge of the plant. Sources of flammable gas or vapour release must also be identified, located and attributed to the specific potentially explosive Gas Group (G) or Dust Group (D).
Furthermore, explosive gases and dusts have an ignition temperature – the ATEX certified level sensors according to the equipment marking should be matched against the equipment temperature class (T).
Ambient temperatures, protection concepts and hazardous area zone also dictate the selection process and level sensor specification – should you require any assistance with the selection or specification of process instrumentation equipment including level sensors please do not hesitate to contact us.
Due to its high pressure resistance and impermeability, VEGASWING 63 is especially suitable for all level measurement and detection applications in LPG. The vibrating level switch is absolutely impervious and can be provided with an additional gas-tight lead through. The level sensors can also reliably detect the empty condition.
Especially for measuring ranges up to 6 metre, the VEGAFLEX 67 guided microwave instrument offers the best solution for continuous level measurement, with simultaneous detection of the water level in LPG applications. Part of the transmitted signal penetrates the surface of the liquefied gas and is reflected by the water surface that exists close to the bottom of the vessel. Both levels are indicated via the analysis of the two signals.
Retrofitting with standpipes for level measurement is work and cost-intensive, especially in large vessels. The high-sensitivity radar instrument VEGAPULS 68 can acquire level data of liquid gas without the usual standpipes. A ball valve separates the level sensor from the process and enables retrofitting without emptying the vessel.
VEGAPULS 63 is the ideal sensor for all applications in extremely low temperatures. Due to the antenna cover of PTFE, the level sensing instrument can be used even when product temperatures drop to -200 °C. An additional temperature-isolating elastomer seal is not required – for products with poor reflective properties, such as liquid nitrogen, application with a standpipe is recommended.
For more information about the VEGA range of level measurement instruments please contact T&D.
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Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, distribute Explosion Proof & Hazardous Area Process Instrumentation Equipment (ATEX & IECEx Certified): this includes industrial measurement probes, humidity sensors, data loggers, handheld instruments and transmitters for temperature measurement and monitoring of relative humidity. Additionally, hazardous area instrumentation is also available for monitoring carbon dioxide, differential and process pressure, flow, dew point, water activity and analog signals.
Thorne & Derrick are inviting you to join LinkedIn’s fastest growing Discussion Group – Process & Hazardous Area Industries : Heat Tracing, Gas Detection, Fluid Control & Flow Measurement. News, projects, videos, promotions, whitepapers, jobs, webinars, press plus much more.
ABOUT US
Thorne & Derrick International are your single-source supplier of Electrical, Mechanical, Process & Instrumentation Equipment. T&D provide an outstanding service to UK and international customers – we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service.
T&D supply utilities, power, renewable energy, construction, rail, manufacturing, food/beverage, mining, oil, gas and petrochemical industries – distributing 100,000+ products from 100+ manufacturers from multi-million pound stocks. Since 1985 we have established a solid reputation based on service, integrity and trust.
VEGA VEGASON Ultrasonic Level Measurement – Suitable For Hazardous Area Applications
In non-contact ultrasonic level measurement, short ultrasonic pulses in the range of 10 – 70kHz are emitted from the transducer in the direction of the medium, which then reflects them back.
The time it takes form emission to reception is proportional to the level in the vessel.
Ultrasonic level measurement is an ideal solution for both liquids and solids.
Non-contact ultrasonic level sensors operate independently of medium properties and can even penetrate dusty environments.
Ultrasonic level transmitters can be used to measure most liquids and solids providing accurate level indication in storage or process applications and can be used in temperatures up to 150°C and at pressures up to 3bar.
Ultrasonic level transmitters are unaffected by changes in product density and conductivity – transmitters use linearization software to calculate level versus shape and are able to provide a direct output of volume unaffected by changes to product density, conductivity and is temperature compensated for changes in the speed of sound.
T&D recommend the range of VEGASON ultrasonic level sensors for accurate level measurement in a wide range of applications.
VEGA Sensors have over 30 years industry experience and are able to offer ultrasonic level transmitters for measuring spans from 100mm up to 70m in both non-hazardous and hazardous area locations.
The superior performance of the VEGA VEGASON range mean that cost benefits can be achieved as there is no need to invest in more expensive transducer systems.
VEGA ultrasonic level sensors use Echofox® a dynamic signal processing software, proven in use on almost 100,000 applications worldwide.
Even the lowest cost systems have this sophisticated system to handle obstructions, agitator blades and false signals for most ultrasonic level measurement applications.
VEGA VEGASON ultrasonic level transmitters fit easily in your process, mounted from the top, fitting sizes start from 1½” BSP with options on longer range solids devices for aiming swivels, flanges and special mounting brackets.
| VEGA VEGASON 61 | VEGA VEGASON 62 | VEGA VEGASON 63 |
Measuring Distance – 5 m Temperature -40 to 80°C Pressure – 0.2 to 2 bar |
Measuring Distance – 8 m Temperature -40 to 80°C Pressure – 0.2 to 2 bar |
Measuring Distance – 15 m Temperature -40 to 80°C Pressure – 0.2 to 1 bar |
For more information on the VEGA VEGASON ultrasonic level measurement instruments that T&D can offer please download the brochure or contact us to speak to one of our technical sales engineers – we can help the selection, specification and supply of industrial and hazardous area level sensors.
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Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, distribute Explosion Proof & Hazardous Area Process Instrumentation Equipment (ATEX & IECEx Certified): this includes industrial measurement probes, humidity sensors, data loggers, handheld instruments and transmitters for temperature measurement and monitoring of relative humidity. Additionally, hazardous area instrumentation is also available for monitoring carbon dioxide, differential and process pressure, flow, dew point, water activity and analog signals.
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