Levelflex FMP53
Technical Data
CompareContinuous / Liquids
| Measuring Principle | Guided radar |
| Characteristic / Application | Premium device. Hygiene Rod probe, ASME BPE + USP Class VI compliant, Integrated data memory, Factory precalibrated, Reliable measuring: in case of moved surface + foam, for changing medias, for filling via spray head. |
| Specialities | Heartbeat Technology, Bluetooth® commissioning, Operation and maintenance SmartBlue App, HistoROM, RFID TAG for easy identification |
| Supply / Communication | 2-wire (HART / PROFIBUS PA/ FOUNDATION Fieldbus) 4-wire (HART) Bluetooth® wireless technology and App (optional) |
| Accuracy | Rod probe:+/- 2 mm (0.08 in) |
| Ambient temperature | -20...+80 °C (-4...+176 °F) |
| Process temperature | -20...+150 °C (-4...+302 °F) |
| Process pressure / max. overpressure limit | Vacuum...16 bar (Vacuum...232 psi) |
| Main wetted parts | Rod probe: 304, 304L, 316L, PEEK |
| Process connection | Thread: M24 |
| Process connection hygienic | Tri-Clamp DIN11851 DIN11864-1 NEUMO Varivent N SMS |
| Sensor length | Rod probe: 6 m (20 ft) |
| Max. measurement distance | Rod: 6 m (20 ft) Min DK>1.6 |
| Communication | 4...20 mA HART PROFIBUS PA FOUNDATION Fieldbus Bluetooth® wireless technology |
| Certificates / Approvals | ATEX, FM, CSA C/US, IEC Ex, INMETRO, NEPSI, KC, EAC, UK Ex |
| Safety approvals | Overfill protection WHG SIL |
| Design approvals | EN 10204-3.1 |
| Hygienic approvals | 3A, EHEDG CoC ASME-BPE |
| Options | Sensor remote with 3 m/9 ft or 6 m/18 ft cable, Weld-in adpater, Remote operation via SmartBlue App using Bluetooth® |
The Levelflex FMP53 is used for continuous level measurement in the food and life sciences industries with high hygienic requirements. The FMP53 complies with the hygienic requirements of ASME BPE and USP Class VI. The FMP53 does not need to be removed from the process and can be cleaned in place, offering a unique cost advantage. Even with a fluctuating surface, foam formation, medium changes or clogged nozzles, the FMP53 maintains the most stable measured values.
Benefits
Reliable measurement even under changing product or process conditions
HistoROM integrated data storage unit for fast and convenient commissioning, maintenance and diagnostics
Innovative multi-echo tracking technology for highly reliable measurement results
Hardware and software developed in accordance with IEC 61508, up to SIL3
Heartbeat Technology ensures high cost efficiency and safe plant operation throughout the entire life cycle
Seamless integration into control or asset management systems with an intuitive, guided menu operating concept (on site or via the control system)
Certified by world-renowned SIL and WHG tests, saving you time and money
Application areas
Available with rod connection.
Process connection: for hygienic requirements (clamp connection, 11851, 11864, NEUMO, Varivent N, SMS)
Temperature: -20 to +150 °C (-4 to +302 °F)
Pressure: -1 to +16 bar (-14.5 to +232 psi)
Maximum measuring range: rod 6 m (20 ft)
Accuracy: ±2 mm (0.12")
International explosion protection approval, WHG overflow protection, SIL, hygienic approval, 5-point linearity protocol
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Case Studies
Municipal Wastewater Treatment — Wastewater Treatment Plant · Guided Wave Radar Application Case
Project Background
Municipal Wastewater Treatment customers at the Wastewater Treatment Plant stage have long faced the challenge of insufficient accuracy in effluent quality monitoring and instruments prone to contamination causing data drift, affecting compliance discharge, placing higher demands on the stability and measurement accuracy of Guided Wave Radar.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable Guided Wave Radar for the customer and delivered one-stop service covering selection, installation, commissioning and tuning.
Results
- Measurement accuracy and response speed significantly improved, with stable and reliable data;
- Instruments adapt to complex Municipal Wastewater Treatment conditions, greatly reducing maintenance;
- Helping customers achieve continuous online monitoring and cost reduction, highly recognized by customers.
Food & Beverage — Food Production Line · Guided Wave Radar Application Case
Project Background
Food & Beverage customers at the Food Production Line stage have long faced the challenge of high hygienic measurement requirements, with inline instruments needing to withstand CIP/SIP cleaning while maintaining stable accuracy, placing higher demands on the stability and measurement accuracy of Guided Wave Radar.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable Guided Wave Radar for the customer and delivered one-stop service covering selection, installation, commissioning and tuning.
Results
- Measurement accuracy and response speed significantly improved, with stable and reliable data;
- Instruments adapt to complex Food & Beverage conditions, greatly reducing maintenance;
- Helping customers achieve continuous online monitoring and cost reduction, highly recognized by customers.
Chemical & Pharmaceutical — Reactors and Storage Tanks · Guided Wave Radar Application Case
Project Background
Chemical & Pharmaceutical customers at the Reactors and Storage Tanks stage have long faced the challenge of highly corrosive media and complex conditions, requiring corrosion-resistant and explosion-proof instruments, placing higher demands on the stability and measurement accuracy of Guided Wave Radar.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable Guided Wave Radar for the customer and delivered one-stop service covering selection, installation, commissioning and tuning.
Results
- Measurement accuracy and response speed significantly improved, with stable and reliable data;
- Instruments adapt to complex Chemical & Pharmaceutical conditions, greatly reducing maintenance;
- Helping customers achieve continuous online monitoring and cost reduction, highly recognized by customers.
Power & Energy — Power Plant Boiler and Turbine · Guided Wave Radar Application Case
Project Background
Power & Energy customers at the Power Plant Boiler and Turbine stage have long faced the challenge of unstable measurement under high temperature and pressure, with high maintenance and downtime costs, placing higher demands on the stability and measurement accuracy of Guided Wave Radar.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable Guided Wave Radar for the customer and delivered one-stop service covering selection, installation, commissioning and tuning.
Results
- Measurement accuracy and response speed significantly improved, with stable and reliable data;
- Instruments adapt to complex Power & Energy conditions, greatly reducing maintenance;
- Helping customers achieve continuous online monitoring and cost reduction, highly recognized by customers.
