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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Level Sensors
A guided wave radar level sensor utilising VEGA VEGAFLEX technology uses microwave pulses which are conducted along a cable or rod measuring probe. The measuring probe of the level sensor ensures that the signal reaches the medium undisturbed. The pulse signal is reflected by the mediums surface and is received by the processing electronics. This information is then used and converted into level information.
Level Sensors
The level of almost any liquid or solid can be measured using VEGA guided wave radar sensors. Guided radar is virtually unaffected by changes to product or process temperature, pressure, density, conductivity, vapours, build up or dust. No moving parts mean the radar level sensors are extremely reliable and eliminates the need for recalibration.
All guided wave radar sensors have built in linearisation software to calculate the level versus shape and provide direct output of volume on:-
VEGA are the worlds’ No.1 process radar manufacturer, with the experience of over 200,000 successful installations. In 1997 VEGA introduced the first two wire, loop powered radar to the market and are the established leaders in this field.
VEGAFLEX series of guided wave radar level sensors are usually mounted from the top. Calibration is easy and uses a small entry to the vessel (from ¾” BSP). VEGAFLEX is part of the plics® family:
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The following VEGA selection table provides an overview of the VEGAFLEX guided wave radar level sensors available – contact T&D Process & Instrumentation to discuss your level, pressure and temperature measurement requirements.
| Level Measurement Using Guided Wave Radar | VEGA VEGAFLEX Guided Wave Radar Level Sensor | Application | Measuring Distance | Measuring Pressure | Process Temperature | Process Pressure |
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VEGAFLEX 81 | Liquid level measurement including all liquids – applications with vapour, build-up, foam or condensation | 75 metres | – | -60 to 200°C | -1 to 40 bar |
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VEGAFLEX 82 | Level measurement of light and heavyweight bulk solids, applications with strong dust generation, condensation or buildup | 75 metres | – | -40 to 200 °C | -1 to 40 bar |
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VEGAFLEX 83 | Liquid level measurement of aggressive liquids or liquid media with highest hygienic requirements, applications with vapour, build-up, foam generation or condensation | 32 metres | – | -40 to 150°C | -1 to 16 bar |
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VEGAFLEX 86 | Level measurement of virtually all liquids under extreme pressure and temperature conditions, applications with build-up, foam generation or condensation | 75 metres | – | -196 to 450°C | -1 to 400 bar |
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VEGAFLEX 61 | Level Measurement | 32 metres | – | -40 to 150°C | -1 to 40 bar |
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VEGAFLEX 62 | Level Measurement | 60 metres | – | -40 to 150°C | -1 to 40 bar |
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VEGAFLEX 63 | Level Measurement | 32 metres | – | -40 to 150°C | 0.5 to 16 bar |
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VEGAFLEX 65 | Level Measurement | 6 metres | – | -40 to 150°C | -1 to 40 bar |
For more information on the VEGAFLEX series of level sensors or any of VEGA’s pressure and level measurement instrumentation please contact a T&D Technical Sales Engineer today.
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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.
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