Radar Level Sensor for Level Control in Harsh Environments

Reliable measurements of strongly fluctuating levels

  • Radar Level Sensor for Level Control in Harsh Environments
    Radar Level Sensor for Level Control in Harsh Environments

    OndoSense presents a new radar sensor for high-performance level control, the apex Level Line enables high-precision and fast level measurements in harsh industrial environments with extreme temperatures, smoke, and dust – e.g. for molten metal level monitoring or for throughput measurements on conveyor belts. The radar level sensor consistently delivers reliable measurement results with an accuracy of up to 0.1 millimeters, even with strongly fluctuating levels. This is due to a unique combination of a high measuring rate (500 Hz) and smart filter algorithms. As a result, the OndoSense apex Level Line ensures error-free, precise measurements at all times, even in the presence of wave motion, bubble formation or other abrupt level fluctuations. 

    The radar sensor has a dust-tight, jet-proof protection rating (IP 67) and is ideal for harsh environments with its durable PTFE lens. For extreme operating conditions, OndoSense offers an optional air-cooled heat shield for maximum protection against very high temperatures or heavy dirt. This ensures that the OndoSense apex Level Line delivers the best possible measurement results in any environment.

    Wide range of applications 

    The OndoSense apex Level Line 's application spectrum ranges from level monitoring of molten metal in slab casting, in ladles, ladle cars, launder systems, melting furnaces and crucibles to throughput measurements on conveyor belts and level or volume measurements of bulk material stockpiles in mining.

    The radar level sensor offers a wide selection of interfaces: The OndoSense apex Level Line is equipped with either an advanced Profinet interface or a proven analog current interface (4–20 mA). Three digital switching outputs (PNP/NPN) are also available. The level sensor's measuring range starts at just 0.1 meters and extends to 40 meters. Thanks to preconfigured application profiles in the configuration software, customers benefit from simple and fast sensor commissioning.