Endress+Hauser Levelflex HART FMP51 Brief Operating Instructions page 16

Mounting
Securing rod probes
• For WHG approvals: For probe lengths ≥ 3 m (10 ft) a support is required.
• In general, rod probes must be supported if there is a horizontal flow (e.g. from an agitator)
or in the case of strong vibrations.
• Rod probes may only be supported at the end of the probe.
1 Probe rod, uncoated
2 Sleeve bored tight to ensure electrical contact between the rod and sleeve!
3 Short metal pipe, e.g. welded in place
4 Probe rod, coated
5 Plastic sleeve, e.g. PTFE, PEEK or PPS
6 Short metal pipe, e.g. welded in place
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