VEGAPULS 62 & VEGAPULS 68 Non Contact Radar Level Sensors Used In The Metal Processing Industry

Published 10 Jul 2019

VEGAPULS 62 Non Contact Radar Level Sensor

In the metal processing industry once the process of tapping the blast furnace is complete the raw iron flows into a vessel before being taken to the converter to be further processed. The vessels contents need to be measured effectively, but this is a difficult operation due to extremely high temperatures (over 1400°C) and the high amounts of steam and dust present. Therefore the only suitable solution is a non contact radar level measurement.

Solution – VEGAPLUS 62 Non Contact Radar Level Sensor

VEGAPULS 62 non contact radar level sensor is the optimal solution as it is unaffected by high temperatures and highly accurate when measuring the steel pans contents even though the torpedo car only has little openings. When the pan is filled the antenna systems remain clean by a rinsing air connection that is undeterred by extreme sparks or dust generation. The ability to angle the antenna extension enables the VEGAPULS 62 non contact radar level sensors to work effectively in crowded conditions.

Application – VEGAPULS 68 Non Contact Radar Level Sensor

In the metal processing industry distributing the coke and batch level correctly is often difficult as the blast furnace operating conditions are particularly tough.  A specific level measurement is required.  In the past heavy mechanical plumb line systems were used, but a more modern solution is necessary nowadays.

Solution – VEGAPULS 68 Non Contact Radar Level Sensor

A VEGAPULS 68 non contact radar level sensor is the ideal solution as it can still deliver the necessary instructions on the charging process in the blast furnace, regardless of extreme temperatures, composition of materials and dust particles. Numerous non contact radar level sensors can analyse the surface profile when required without interfering with one another. The size of the VEGAPULS 68 non contact radar level sensor’s antenna determines the scope that can be covered and the sensor can be detached at anytime during operation.

Further Reading

Radar Level Measurement – How Does It Work?

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Further Reading

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