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TI01266F/00/EN/03.16
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Micropilot FMR10
Free space radar
Level measurement for liquids
Application
• Ingress protection: IP66 / NEMA 4X
• Measuring range: up to 5 m (16.4 ft)
• Process temperature: –40 to 60 °C (–40 to 140 °F)
• Process pressure: –1 to 3 bar (–14 to 43 psi)
• Accuracy: up to +/- 5 mm (0.2 in)
Your benefits
• Level measurement for liquids in storage tanks, open basins, pump shafts and
canal systems
• Radar measuring device with Bluetooth® wireless technology
• Simple, safe and secure wireless remote access – ideal for installation in areas or
places difficult to reach
• Commissioning, operation and maintenance via free iOS / Android app SmartBlue
– saves time and reduces costs
• Full PVDF body – for a long sensor lifetime
• Hermetically sealed wiring and fully potted electronics – eliminates water ingress
and allows operation under harsh environmental conditions
• Most compact radar due to unique radar chip design – fits in limited space
installations
• Best price-performance-ratio radar
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  • Page 1 Products Solutions Services TI01266F/00/EN/03.16 71331239 Technical Information Micropilot FMR10 Free space radar Level measurement for liquids Application • Ingress protection: IP66 / NEMA 4X • Measuring range: up to 5 m (16.4 ft) • Process temperature: –40 to 60 °C (–40 to 140 °F) •...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Micropilot FMR10 Table of contents Document information ..... . . 3 Environment ......19 Symbols for certain types of information .

  • Page 3: Document Information

    Micropilot FMR10 Document information Symbols for certain types of Symbol Meaning information Permitted Procedures, processes or actions that are permitted. Preferred Procedures, processes or actions that are preferred. Forbidden Procedures, processes or actions that are forbidden. Indicates additional information. Reference to documentation...

  • Page 4: Registered Trademarks

    Registered trademarks The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Endress+Hauser is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.” Apple®...

  • Page 5: Product Life Cycle

    Micropilot FMR10 Product life cycle Engineering • Proven radar measuring technology • Indication of over-flooding situation • 2D / 3D drawings • Spec Sheet Producer • Applicator Selection tool for the selection of the perfect measurement solution Device not compatible with transmitters and sensors of ultrasonic measurement technology (e.g.

  • Page 6: Input

    Micropilot FMR10 100% A0028409  1 Setup parameters of the Micropilot Empty calibration (= zero) Full calibration (= span) Measured distance Level (L = E - D) Flow rate at measuring weirs or channels (calculated from the level using linearization) Input The reflected radar impulses are received by the antenna and transmitted into the electronics.

  • Page 7: Operating Frequency

    Micropilot FMR10 • No agitators • No buildup • Relative dielectric constant ε > 4 Usable measuring range The usable measuring range depends on the antenna size, the medium' s reflective properties, the installation position and any possible interference reflections.

  • Page 8: Output

    Micropilot FMR10 Output Output signal 4 to 20 mA A 4 to 20 mA interface serves as measured value output and to power the device. Digital output Bluetooth® wireless technology The device has a Bluetooth® wireless technology interface and can be operated and configured via this interface using the SmartBlue app.

  • Page 9: Electrical Connection

    A0029226 Potential equalization No special measures for potential equalization are required. Various power supply units can be ordered from Endress+Hauser. Battery operation The sensor' s Bluetooth® wireless technology communication can be disabled to increase the operating life of the battery.

  • Page 10: Connection 4 To 20 Ma

    FMR10 connection with voltage source and 4 to 20 mA display A0028907  3 FMR10 block diagram Micropilot FMR10, 4 to 20 mA Power supply Power consumption Maximum input power: 675 mW Current consumption • Maximum input current: <25 mA •...

  • Page 11: Performance Characteristics

    Micropilot FMR10 Performance characteristics Reference operating • Temperature = +24 °C (+75 °F) ±5 °C (±9 °F) conditions • Pressure = 960 mbar abs. (14 psia) ±100 mbar (±1.45 psi) • Humidity = 60 % ±15 % • Reflector: metal plate with a minimum diameter of ≥ 1 m (40 in) •...
  • Page 12 Micropilot FMR10 Influence of ambient The measurements are carried out in accordance with EN 61298-3. • Digital (Bluetooth® wireless technology): temperature Standard version: average T = ± 3 mm (0.12 in)/10 K • Analog (current output): – Zero point (4 mA): average T = 0.02 %/10 K...

  • Page 13: Installation

    Micropilot FMR10 Installation Installation conditions Installation types A0028892  5 Wall, ceiling or nozzle installation Wall or ceiling mount, adjustable Mounted at front thread Mounted at rear thread Ceiling installation with counter nut (included in delivery) Caution! The sensor cable is not designed as supporting cable. Do not use as a suspension wire.
  • Page 14 Micropilot FMR10 Orientation 1/6D A0028410  7 Tank installation position • If possible install the sensor so that its lower edge projects into the vessel. • Do not install the sensor in the middle of the tank (2). We recommend leaving a distance (1) between the sensor and the tank wall measuring 1/6 of the tank diameter.
  • Page 15 If the outer wall of the vessel is made of a non-conductive material (e.g. GFR) microwaves can also be reflected off interfering installations outside of the vessel (e.g. metallic pipes (1), ladders (2), grates (3), ...). Therefore there should be no such interfering installations in the signal beam. For more information, please contact Endress+Hauser. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 16 Micropilot FMR10 A0029540  10 Measurement in a plastic vessel Weather protection cover For outdoor use, the use of a weather protection cover(1) is recommended A0031277  11 Weather protection cover, e.g with 40 mm (1.5") antenna Free-field measurement with flooding protection tube The flooding protection tube guarantees a definitive analysis of the maximum level even in the event that the sensor is completely flooded.
  • Page 17 Micropilot FMR10 A0030394  12 Function of flooding protection tube Air pocket O-ring (EPDM) seal Blocking distance Max. Level The flooding protection tube is available as an accessory. →  27 Installation with mounting bracket, adjustable A0028893  13 Installation with mounting bracket, adjustable •...
  • Page 18 Micropilot FMR10 Cantilever installation, with pivot A0028412  14 Cantilever installation, with pivot Installation with cantilever and wall bracket Installation with cantilever and mounting frame The cantilever can be turned (e.g. in order to position the sensor over the center of the channel, for example) Post-installation check ...

  • Page 19: Environment

    Micropilot FMR10 Environment Ambient temperature range Measuring device: –40 to +60 °C (–40 to +140 °F) Outdoor operation in strong sunlight: • Mount the device in the shade. • Avoid direct sunlight, particularly in warm climatic regions. • Use a weather protection cover →  27.

  • Page 20: Process

    • WFE: Thread ISO228 G1-1/2; PVDF Dielectric constant For liquids ε ≥ 4 For dielectric constants (DC values) of many media commonly used in various industries refer • the Endress+Hauser DC manual (CP01076F) • the Endress+Hauser "DC Values App" (available for Android and iOS) Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 21: Mechanical Construction

    Micropilot FMR10 Mechanical construction Dimensions FMR10 with G 1-1/2 or MNPT 1-1/2 thread ø75 (2.95) G 1" NPT 1" G 1 1/2", B -ISO228 NPT 1 1/2", ASME A0028805  16 Dimensions of FMR10 with G 1-1/2 or MNPT 1-1/2 thread, engineering unit: mm (in) Applies to the following device versions •...

  • Page 22: Connecting Cable

    Micropilot FMR10 Item Component part Material Counter nut PA6.6 Design ring PBT PC Process connection front side PVDF Standard length: 10 m (33 ft) Connecting cable If longer cable lengths are required, an extension cable must be used. In this case, the total cable length (sensor cable + extension cable) must not exceed 300 m (984 ft).

  • Page 23: Operability

    Micropilot FMR10 Operability Operating concept • 4 to 20 mA • SmartBlue (app) via Bluetooth® wireless technology • Menu guidance with brief explanations of the individual parameter functions in the operating tool Via Bluetooth® wireless technology A0028895  19 Possibilities for remote operation via Bluetooth® wireless technology...

  • Page 24: Certificates And Approvals

    The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. These are listed in the corresponding EC Declaration of Conformity together with the standards applied. Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark. RoHS The measuring system complies with the substance restrictions of the Restriction on Hazardous Substances Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2).

  • Page 25: Fcc / Industry Canada

    (2) l' u tilisateur de l' a ppareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d' e n compromettre le fonctionnement. [Any] Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Endress+Hauser may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.

  • Page 26: Other Standards And Guidelines

    • Depending on the device: Direct input of measuring point-specific information such as measuring range or operating language • Automatic verification of exclusion criteria • Automatic creation of the order code and its breakdown in PDF or Excel output format • Ability to order directly in the Endress+Hauser Online Shop Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 27: Accessories

    Micropilot FMR10 Accessories Device-specific accessories Weather protection cover Ø 98 (3.86) A0028181  20 Dimensions of weather protection cover, engineering unit: mm (in) Material: PVDF The weather protection cover is available as an accessory; order number 52025686 The sensor is not completely covered.
  • Page 28 Micropilot FMR10 Flooding protection tube 40 mm (1.5 in) antenna, metallized PBT-PC G 1-1/2" 89 (3,5) A0028418 For use with devices in product structure, feature 100 "Process connection front", option WFE "Thread ISO228 G1-1/2". Material: PBT-PC, metallized The flooding protection tube is available as an accessory; order number 71325090.
  • Page 29 Micropilot FMR10 Additional accessories For additional suitable accessories, see Technical Information TI01267F (FMR20) Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 30: Communication-Specific Accessories

    Micropilot FMR10 Communication-specific Accessories Description accessories Fieldgate FXA320 Gateway for remote monitoring of field devices with 4 to 20 mA and digital output signal  For details, see Technical Information TI00025S and Operating Instructions BA00053S System components Accessories Description RMA42 Digital process transmitter for monitoring and visualizing analog measured values ...

  • Page 31: Supplementary Documentation

    Micropilot FMR10 Supplementary documentation The following document types are available in the Download Area of the Endress+Hauser Internet site: www.endress.com → Download: Standard documentation Device Document type Document code FMR10 Brief Operating Instructions KA01247F Device Document type Document code FMR10...
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