Summary of Contents for Amphenol Tempsonics Level Plus LLE
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Operation Manual – LLE Level Plus ® Magnetostrictive Liquid Level Transmitters with Temposonics Technology ® Compact Level Measurement Inherent Accuracy +/- 0.5 mm No Scheduled Maintenance or Recalibration Optional Integral Temperature Measurement...
Table of contents Contact information ............................3 Terms and definitions ............................4 Introduction ..............................5 3.1 Purpose and use of this manual ................................5 3.2 Used symbols and warnings ..................................5 Safety instructions ............................5 4.1 Intended use ......................................5 4.2 Foreseeable misuse ....................................
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 1. Contact information United States General Tel: +1-919-677-0100 Fax: +1-919-677-2343 E-mail: info.us@temposonics.com http://www.temposonics.com Mailing and shipping address Temposonics LLC 3001 Sheldon Drive Cary, North Carolina, 27513, USA Customer service Tel: +1-800-633-7609 Fax: +1-800-498-4442 E-mail: info.us@temposonics.com Technical support and applications 24 Hour Emergency Technical Support Tel: +1-800-633-7609...
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 2. Terms and definitions Specific Gravity The density ratio of a liquid to the density of water at the same conditions. Analog Output For a sensor with analog output, the measured value is output as an analog voltage signal or current signal.
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 3. Introduction 4. Safety instructions 3.1 Purpose and use of this manual 4.1 Intended use Important: The liquid level transmitter is intended to be used to measure the level Before starting the operation of the equipment read this of liquid(s) contained by a structure.
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 4.3 Installation, commissioning and operation The liquid level transmitter should be used only in technically safe conditions. To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, installation, connection and service, work may be performed only by qualified technical personnel.
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 5. Product overview • Specific gravity of liquid(s) being measured • Process temperature The Level Plus LLE satisfies the demand for an accurate and robust • Process opening size liquid level transmitter for general purpose applications. The LLE can •...
Level Plus ® Operation Manual Temposonics explicitly excludes any further warranties. Neither the company’s representatives, agents, dealers nor employees are authorized to increase or change the scope of warranty. 5.4 Storage If storage is required prior to installation, store indoors in a dry environment at ambient temperature range not to exceed −40…+71°C (−40…+160°F).
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 5.5 Model Number Indentification d Output a Sensor model 1 CANopen (bus terminator), 1000 kBit/s, 20 um, E-Series 1 magnet 1 CANopen (bus terminator), 500 kBit/s, 20 um, b Sensors pipe 1 magnet G 7 mm 304 SS Pipe 1 CANopen (bus terminator), 250 kBit/s, 20 um, H 10 mm 316 SS Pipe 1 magnet...
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Level Plus ® Operation Manual Process Connection Size Options A 3/4" B Stop Collar and Cable B 1" C 5 m cable C 1½" S Stop Collar D 2" X None 2½" 3" G 4" Manuals, Software & 3D models available at: H 5"...
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 5.6 Technical data Level Output Voltage 0…10 VDC or 10…0 VDC, 0…10 VDC and 10…0 VDC (controller input resistance RL > 5 kΩ) Current 4…20 mA or 20…4 mA (minimum / maximum load: 0 / 500 Ω) SSI (Synchronous Serial Interface) Binary or Gray, 24 or 25 bit CANbus...
Level Plus ® Operation Manual Electrical connection Connection type Analog: M12 male connector (5 pin) SSI: M12 male connector (8 pin) IO-Link: M12 male connector (4 pin) CAN: M12 male connector (5 pin) Operating voltage +24 VDC (−15 / +20 %); UL recognition requires an approved power supply with energy limitation (UL 61010-1), or Class 2 rating according to the National Electrical Code (USA) / Canadian Electrical Code Ripple...
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 6. Installation and mounting 6.4 Installation steps Caution: 6.1 Training It is recommended that assembly and mounting of this transmitter should not be done alone. To ensure proper and safe assembly Installation should only be conducted by qualified service person- of the level transmitter, a minimum of two (2) individuals are nel according to local regulations or Temposonics trained service recommended.
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 6.5 Mounting The method of mounting the transmitter is dependent on the vessel or tank in which it is being used, and what type of transmitter is being mounted. For model LLE there is a NPT thread mount or flange mount. NPT Threaded mounting The level transmitter can be mounted directly to the tank via a NPT threaded fitting, assuming there is a proper threaded connection...
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 7. Electrical connections 7.1 Basic information Placement of installation and cabling have decisive influence on the sensor‘s electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Hence correct installation of this active electronic system and the EMC of the entire system must be ensured by using suitable metal connectors, shielded cables and grounding.
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 7.3 Grounding D34 CAN Signal + power supply Earth/Machine Ground The LLE is earth grounded through the process connection to the M12 male connector Function tank with the assumption that the tank is grounded. If the tank is not (A-coded) grounded then a ground will need to be connected to the housing of Shield...
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 8. Maintaince NOTE It is best to clean the pipe as it is removed from the tank to minimize 8.1 Training the amount of product that is removed from the tank. The user should take caution and abide by all regulations so that product is Installation should only be conducted by qualified service personnel not spilled and the environment is not contaminated.
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 9. Repair 9.3 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible cause Action 9.1 RMA policy No power Check voltage at Important: communication transmitter Contact Technical Support or Customer Service for assistance if with transmitter Wiring incorrect Reference wiring you suspect that the transmitter is not working correctly. Technical connections, chapter support can assist you with troubleshooting, part replacement, and Wrong protocol...
Level Plus ® Operation Manual 10. Spare Parts Below are the spare parts list for the LLE that are included as part of 11.2 IO-Link output the model number. Please contact Temposonics Technical Support with any questions. IO-Link is an open standard according to IEC 61131-9. It is a serial, bi-directional point-to-point connection for signal transmission and Stop Collar Part number...
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