Levelflex FMP55
Technical Data
CompareContinuous / Liquids
| Measuring Principle | Guided radar |
| Characteristic / Application | Premium device Multiparameter (capacitance and guided radar) Rod probe, Rope probe, Coaxial probe Integrated data memory, Factory precalibrated, Reliable measuring: for interface with emulsion, in case of moved surface + foam, for changing medias. |
| Interface measurement | Interfaces liquid / liquid also with emulsion layers; Simultaneous measurement of interface and overall level |
| 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) Rope probe: +/- 2 mm (0.08 in) Coaxial probe: +/- 2 mm (0.08 in) |
| Ambient temperature | -40...+80 °C (-40...+176 °F) |
| Process temperature | -40...+200 °C (-40...+392 °F) |
| Process pressure / max. overpressure limit | Vacuum...40 bar (Vacuum...580 psi) |
| Main wetted parts | Rod probe: 316L, PTFE, PFA Rope probe: 316, 316L, PTFE, PFA Coaxial probe: 316L, PTFE, PFA |
| Process connection | Flange: ASME 1 1/2"...6", DN50...DN150, JIS 10K |
| Sensor length | Rod probe: 4 m (13 ft) Rope probe: 10 m (33 ft) Coaxial probe: 6 m (20 ft) |
| Max. measurement distance | Rod: 4 m (13 ft) Min DK >1.4 Rope: 10 m (33 ft) Min DK >1.4 Coaxial: 6 m (20 ft) Min DK >1.4 |
| 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, JPN Ex, UK Ex |
| Safety approvals | SIL |
| Design approvals | EN 10204-3.1 NACE MR0175, MR0103 ASME B31.1, B31.3 AD2000 |
| Marine approval | GL/ ABS/ LR/ BV/ DNV/ KR |
| Options | Sensor remote with 3 m/ 9 ft cable, Remote operation via SmartBlue App using Bluetooth® |
The Levelflex FMP55 interface measurement device uses sensor fusion technology and is the world's first instrument to combine capacitive measurement and guided radar technology. FMP55 ensures continuous, stable level and interface measurement even in the presence of an emulsion layer. As a multiparameter instrument, FMP55 has become a new benchmark in interface measurement, especially in the oil and gas, chemical and petrochemical industries.
Benefits
Reliable measurement of interfaces with an emulsion layer, unaffected by surface fluctuations, foam or changes in the medium
HistoROM data management concept for fast, simple commissioning, maintenance and diagnostics
Innovative new multi-echo tracking design for improved reliability
Hardware and software developed in accordance with IEC 61508, achieving SIL3
Heartbeat Technology for efficient and safe plant operation throughout the entire life cycle
Seamless integration into control or asset management systems, intuitive menu-guided operating concept (on site or via the control system)
Certified by world-leading SIL and WHG safety tests, saving time and money
Application
Rod, rope or coaxial probe versions available
Process connection: from 1½“ thread or flange
Temperature: -50 to +200°C (-58 to +392°F)
Pressure: -1 to +40 bar (-14.5 to +580 psi)
Maximum measuring range: rod 4 m (13 ft), rope 10 m (33 ft), coaxial 6 m (20 ft)
Accuracy: rod ±2 mm (0.08")
International explosion protection approvals, WHG overflow protection, SIL, marine approval
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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.
