Pulsar mmWAVE Installation Manual

mmWAVE Radar (Ex mb)
mmWAVE-is Radar (Ex-ia)
ATEX/IECEx Installation Guide
Full manuals available at:
www.pulsar-pm.com/instrumentation/support/downloads/manuals.aspx
M-dBR-0-003-1P
Description
The mmWAVE Radar (dBR16 and dBR8) are new FMCW non-contacting radar level
measuring sensors designed to meet the requirements of today's demanding process
level measurement applications for liquids and solids.
The mmWAVE Radar features an innovative design, which has no extra antenna
requirements, that can offer very high performance and effective radar level sensing. It
gives all the advantages associated with radar technology and offers best-in-class
performance with a narrow beam angle and a range from 0.077 to 8 metres for a dBR8,
and 16 metres for a dBR16. The signal emanates from the curved face of the radar, but
for the purposes of measurement it is measured from the drip shield.
Housed with a robustly engineered enclosure, the mmWAVE Radar is designed for easy
retrofitting to any of Pulsar's many controllers (including the Ultimate, Ultra series and
BlackBox) all as a microwave alternative to a dB transducer. Using the latest versions of
firmware: Ultra 7.5.1, Ultra Twin 1.5.1, BlackBox 2.1.1 and Ultimate 2.1.10 and onwards
the mmWAVE radars can be programmed for use in P101 (transducer). For further
information on setting up the Radar with a controller please consult Pulsar for
assistance.
Two ATEX / IECEx approved versions are available:
1. Ex ia (IS): for zones 0,1 and 2
2. Ex mb: for zones 1 and 2
Standard cable lengths:10, 20 or 30m.
Process Connection: 1" BSP or NPT thread.
A range of mounting brackets are available.
Ingress Protection: IP68 / NEMA 6P.
Not all mmWAVE sensors are ATEX / IECE certified; check the label for approval
details.
Labels for the two versions of protection are show below:
Ex ia (IS)
Ex mb
The 'X' in the certification numbers indicates that certain special conditions apply:
See the EU declaration of conformity in this document for more information.
3-wire, for use with Pulsar's standard range
of controllers. Tamb. -20°C to +80°C
3-wire, for use with Pulsar's standard range
of controllers. Tamb. -20°C to +80°C
Disposal Guidance
Incorrect disposal can cause adverse effects to the environment.
Dispose of the device components and packaging material in accordance with regional
environmental regulations including regulations for electrical / electronic products.
Transducers/Radars
Remove power, disconnect the Transducer/Radar, cut off the electrical cable and
dispose of cable and Transducer in accordance with regional environmental regulations
for electrical / electronic products.
Controllers
Remove power, disconnect the Controller and remove battery (if fitted). Dispose of
Controller in accordance with regional environmental regulations for electrical /
electronic products.
Dispose of batteries in accordance with regional environmental regulations for batteries.
EU WEEE Directive Logo
This symbol indicates the requirements of Directive 2012/19/EU regarding the treatment
and disposal of waste from electric and electronic equipment.
Contact Information
Pulsar Process Measurement Ltd.
Cardinal Building
Enigma Commercial Centre
Sandys Road
Malvern
WR14 1JJ
United Kingdom
Pulsar Process Measurement Inc.
P.O Box 5177
4565 Commercial Drive
Suite 105
Niceville
FL 32578
USA
© Pulsar Process Measurement Ltd 2018
Pulsar Process Measurement Ltd operates a policy of constant development and improvement and
reserves the right to amend technical details as necessary.
Specification
Enclosure material
Enclosure protection
Mounting connection
Dimensions
Weight
Measurement range
Cable extensions
Maximum separation
Frequency
Accuracy
Repeatability
Radio approval
Minimum distance between targets
Min and Max temperature
(electronics)
Supply voltage
Power
Key Advantages of mmWAVE Radar
• World beating long range non-contact radar level sensor.
• Class-leading performance, range and exceptionally narrow beam angle.
• Excellent accuracy and repeatability.
• State of the art, proven, algorithms for ignoring unwanted targets (DATEM).
• Measure contents through non-conductive container walls.
• Unaffected by fog, haze, mist or rain.
• Independent of ambient temperature.
• Immune to inert gas, vapour, steam or pressure.
• Direct retrofit to Pulsar controllers.
• No extra antenna selections required no matter what the application.
Tel: +44 (0)1684 891371
Fax: +44 (0)1684 575985
Email: info@pulsar-pm.com
https://www.pulsar-pm.com
Tel: +1 850 279 4882
Fax: +1 850 279 4886
Email: info.usa@pulsar-pm.com
https://www.pulsar-pm.com
Valox 357U
IP68 / NEMA 6P
Via 1" BSP or NPT mounting thread
130x90mm (0.42x0.29 ft.) maximum
1.1kg (2.4lbs)
dBR16: 0.077 to 16m (0.25 to 52.49 ft.)
dBR8: 0.077 to 8m (0.25 to 26.25 ft)
3-core screened
Exmb: 500m (1,640 ft.), Exia: 300m (984 ft.)
V-Band
±2mm
±1mm
EN302-729:2016 (Level Probing Radar)
0.15m (0.49 ft.)
-20°C to 80°C (-4°F to 176°F)
28V DC max
Typically, 0.6W