Technical Data
CompareContinuous / Solids
| Measuring Principle | Level radar solid |
| Characteristic / Application | For simple applications: Reliable, non-contact measurement of levels in silos or storage tanks for bulk solids |
| Specialities | Heartbeat Verification + Monitoring, Bluetooth® Commissioning, operation and maintenance with SmartBlue App, HistoROM, RFID TAG for easy identification |
| Supply / Communication | 2-wire (HART/ PROFIBUS PA) PROFINET with Ethernet-APL Bluetooth® wireless technology |
| Frequency | W-Band (~80 GHz) |
| Antenna | 1-1/2" / 40mm encapsulated, PVDF 2" / 50mm Drip-off, PTFE |
| Accuracy | +/- 3 mm (0.12 in) |
| Ambient temperature | -40 … +85 °C (-40 … +185 °F) |
| Process temperature | -40 … +130 °C (-40 … +266 °F) |
| Process pressure / max. overpressure limit | Vacuum...16 bar (232 psi) |
| Main wetted parts | PVDF or PTFE |
| Process connection | Thread: G1-1/2", MNPT1-1/2" Flange: UNI DN80...DN150 Mounting bracket |
| Max. measurement distance | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Communication | 4...20 mA HART Additional analog or switch output PROFIBUS PA PROFINET with Ethernet-APL Bluetooth® wireless technology and app (optional) |
| Certificates / Approvals | IEC Ex, ATEX, CSA C/US, EAC Ex, JPN Ex, KC Ex, INMETRO Ex, NEPSI Ex, UK Ex |
| Safety approvals | SIL |
| Design approvals | Declaration of Conformity ASME B31.3; CRN approval |
| Hygienic approvals | EU Food Contact Material (EC) 1935/2004 US Food Contact Material FDA CFR 21 |
| Marine approval | ABS, LR, BV, RINA, DNV |
| Options | Display, Customized settings, App 'SmartBlue' for commissioning and operation via Bluetooth Heartbeat for batch detection; Gas-tight implementation; Overvoltage protection; PWIS free |
| Application limits | DK < 1.6 Reduction of the max. possible measuring range due to: Media with poor reflective properties cone of repose extremely loose surface of bulk solids, e.g. bulk solids with a low bulk density during pneumatic filling buildup, especially of moist products. Alternative for these applications: FMR67B |
The Micropilot FMR66B is a member of the new generation 80 GHz radar level meter family. It performs continuous non-contact level measurement in basic solid applications. With a built-in operating wizard, it guides the user easily through commissioning, functional safety and verification tests, making operation very convenient. The small beam angle makes it particularly suitable for installation in narrow silos. It uses Heartbeat Technology, supports online self-verification and self-monitoring of the device, promptly detects abnormal conditions, and increases process safety and production efficiency.
Advantages
Intuitive human-machine interface with guided device commissioning and verification wizards for simple operation
Recommended actions are displayed on the display, helping the user to troubleshoot easily
Safety design concept, developed in accordance with IEC 61508
Uses Heartbeat Technology, supports online self-monitoring, self-verification and self-diagnosis of the device, increasing productivity
The device uses digital communication for easy integration into asset management systems
Field of application
The Micropilot FMR66B is suitable for level measurement in free space with a maximum range of 50 m and offers excellent beam focusing for tanks with interfering installations inside.
Process connection: thread or mounting bracket
Process temperature: –40...+200°C (–40...+392°F)
Process pressure: –1...+16 bar (–14.5...+266 psi)
Maximum range: 50 m (164 ft)
Measuring accuracy: ±3 mm (0.12 in)
W-band: 80 GHz operating frequency
International explosion protection certification, SIL certification, marine classification, and 5-point or 10-point factory calibration
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Case Studies
Municipal Wastewater Treatment — Wastewater Treatment Plant · 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 Radar.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable 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 · 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 Radar.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable 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 · 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 Radar.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable 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 · 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 Radar.
Solution
Based on the on-site conditions, the Ainstru technical team selected suitable 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.
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