Device Description - Ametek DR6500 Handbook

DR6500

2.2 Device description

This device is an 80 GHz FMCW-radar level transmitter. It is a non-contact technology and is
2-wire loop-powered. It is designed to measure the distance, level, mass, volume and reflectivity
of granulates and powders. For more data about the measuring principle, refer to
principle on page 116.
Radar level transmitters use an antenna to emit a signal to the surface of the measured product.
The device has many antennas available. Thus, it can measure most products even in difficult
conditions. Also refer to
If the device is ordered with the applicable options, it can be certified for use in hazardous areas.
The signal converter is attached directly to the process connection and the antenna. The
illustration that follows shows the types of antenna.
Figure 2-2: Types of antenna
1 DN40 (1½¨) Lens antenna made of PEEK. An antenna extension (length 112 mm / 4.4¨) is available for high nozzles.
2 DN70 (2¾¨) Lens antenna made of PEEK.
INFORMATION!
If the process temperature is more than +150
between the signal converter and the process connection. For more data about overall
dimensions, refer to Dimensions and weights on page 130
INFORMATION!
Accessories: Accessories: Accessories: Accessories:
For more data about general items, refer to Accessories: general items on page 157
data about process connections, refer to
DR6500-PM-English-Issue 1
Technical data
on page 116.
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Accessories: process connection kits on page 158
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