Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Important document information Symbols Safety symbols DANGER This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in serious or fatal injury. WARNING This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in serious or fatal injury.
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Graphic conventions • Installation, explosion and electrical connection drawings are presented in simplified format • Devices, assemblies, components and dimensional drawings are presented in reduced-line format • Dimensional drawings are not to-scale representations; the dimensions indicated are rounded off to 2 decimal places •...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA D = (c ∆t) / 2 where c is the speed of propagation of the wave. In summary, D can be calculated from the measured difference frequency Δf. D is then used to determine the content of the tank or silo.
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA 100% A0051658 3 Usable measuring range Length of antenna + 10 mm (0.4 in) Usable measuring range 50 to 80 mm (1.97 to 3.15 in); medium εr < 2 Vessel height Reference point of measurement, varies depending on the antenna system For further information on the reference point, see →...
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To measure absorbing gases, either use a guided radar, measuring devices with another measuring frequency or another measuring principle. If measurements must be performed in one of these media, please contact Endress+Hauser. For the dielectric constants (DC values) of many media commonly used in industry, please refer •...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, PTFE cladded flush mount, 50 mm (2 in) in storage vessel Media group Measuring range A0 (ε 1.2 to 1.4) 7 m (23 ft) A (ε 1.4 to 1.9) 12 m (39 ft) B (ε...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Cladded antenna, PEEK, 40 mm (1.5 in) in storage vessel Media group Measuring range A0 (ε 1.2 to 1.4) 3 m (10 ft) A (ε 1.4 to 1.9) 6 m (20 ft) B (ε 1.9 to 4) 11 m (36 ft) C (ε...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, PTFE cladded flush mount, 80 mm (3 in) in buffer vessel Media group Measuring range A0 (ε 1.2 to 1.4) 12 m (39 ft) A (ε 1.4 to 1.9) 23 m (75 ft) B (ε...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Integrated antenna, PEEK, 20 mm (0.75 in) in vessel with agitator Media group Measuring range A (ε 1.4 to 1.9) 1 m (3.3 ft) B (ε 1.9 to 4) 1.5 m (5 ft) C (ε 4 to 10) 3 m (10 ft) D (ε...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Cladded antenna, PEEK, 20 mm (0.75 in) in vessel with agitator Media group Measuring range A (ε 1.4 to 1.9) 1 m (3.3 ft) B (ε 1.9 to 4) 1.5 m (5 ft) C (ε 4 to 10) 3 m (10 ft) D (ε...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Operating tool via service interface (CDI) Status signal (in accordance with NAMUR Recommendation NE 107): Plain text display Operating tool via PROFIBUS PA communication Status signal (in accordance with NAMUR Recommendation NE 107): Plain text display...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Supported functions • Identification & maintenance Straightforward device identification on the part of the control system and nameplate • Automatic Ident Number adoption GSD compatibility mode for generic profile 0x9700 "Transmitter with 1 Analog Input" • Physical layer diagnostics...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Devices with M12 plug A0011175 7 View of the plug-in connection on the device Signal + Not assigned Signal – Ground Various M12 sockets are available as accessories for devices with M12 plugs. Supply voltage...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA WARNING Explosion Hazard! ‣ Please refer to the separate documentation on applications in hazardous areas for the safety instructions. For optimum electromagnetic compatibility: • Keep the potential matching line as short as possible • Observe a cross-section of at least 2.5 mm...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Depending on the type of port (DC power supply, input/output port) different testing levels according to IEC / DIN EN 61326-1 against transient overvoltages (Surge) are applied (IEC / DIN EN 61000-4-5 Surge): Test level on DC power ports and input/output ports is 1 000 V line to earth Devices with optional overvoltage protection •...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Differing values in near-range applications ∆ [mm (in)] 4 (0.16) 1 (0.04) -1 (-0.04) -4 (-0.16) D [m ( )] 0.8 (2.62) A0032636 8 Maximum measured error in near-range applications Δ Maximum measured error Reference point of the distance measurement...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Gas phase Temperature Pressure 1 bar (14.5 psi) 10 bar (145 psi) 25 bar (362 psi) +400 °C (+752 °F) –0.02 % +0.03 % +0.11 % Water (saturated steam) +100 °C (+212 °F) +0.02 % +180 °C (+356 °F) +2.10 %...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Orientation Internal vessel fittings α A0031777 Avoid internal fittings (point level switches, temperature sensors, struts, vacuum rings, heating coils, baffles etc.) inside the signal beam. Pay attention to the beam angle α. Avoiding interference echoes A0031813 Metal deflector plates, installed at an angle to scatter the radar signals, help prevent interference echoes.
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Radial alignment of the antenna Based on the directional characteristic, radial alignment of the antenna is not necessary. Installation instructions Integrated antenna, PEEK 20 mm (0.75 in) Information about the mounting nozzle The maximum nozzle length H depends on the nozzle diameter D.
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA The maximum length of the nozzle H depends on the nozzle diameter D D 80 to 100 mm (3.2 to 4 in) 1 750 mm (70 in) 100 to 150 mm (4 to 6 in) 2 200 mm (88 in) ≥...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA PTFE cladded, flush mount 50 mm (2 in) antenna, α 7 ° W = D × 0.12 5 m (16 ft) 0.61 m (2.00 ft) 10 m (33 ft) 1.22 m (4.00 ft) 15 m (49 ft) 1.83 m (6.00 ft) 20 m (66 ft) 2.44 m (8.01 ft)
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA • Measurements can be performed through an open full bore ball valve without any problems. • At the transitions, no gap exceeding 1 mm (0.04 in) may be left. • Opening diameter of ball valve must always correspond to the pipe diameter; avoid edges and constrictions.
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Environment Ambient temperature range The following values apply up to a process temperature of +85 °C (+185 °F). At higher process temperatures, the permitted ambient temperature is reduced. • Without LCD display: Standard: –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F) •...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Restriction to a process temperature of 0 to +150 °C (+32 to +302 °F) with CSA C/US approval and plastic housing A0048826 11 Plastic housing; process temperature 0 to +150 °C (+32 to +302 °F) with CSA C/US approval = T...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Plastic housing; process temperature –40 to +150 °C (–40 to +302 °F) A0032024 14 Plastic housing; process temperature –40 to +150 °C (–40 to +302 °F) = T : –40 °C (–40 °F) | T : +76 °C (+169 °F) = T...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Restriction to a process temperature of 0 to +200 °C (+32 to +392 °F) with CSA C/US approval and plastic housing A0048826 17 Plastic housing; process temperature 0 to +200 °C (+32 to +392 °F) with CSA C/US approval = T...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Aluminum housing; process temperature –40 to +150 °C (–40 to +302 °F) A0032024 20 Aluminum housing, coated; process temperature –40 to +150 °C (–40 to +302 °F) = T : –40 °C (–40 °F) | T : +79 °C (+174 °F) = T...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA 316L housing; process temperature –20 to +200 °C (–4 to +392 °F) A0032024 23 316L housing; process temperature –20 to +200 °C (–4 to +392 °F) = T : –20 °C (–4 °F) | T : +77 °C (+171 °F) = T...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA 316L housing, hygiene 316L housing, hygiene; process temperature –20 to +150 °C (–4 to +302 °F) A0032024 26 316L housing, hygiene; process temperature –20 to +150 °C (–4 to +302 °F) = T : –20 °C (–4 °F) | T : +76 °C (+169 °F)
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA 316L housing, hygiene; process temperature –40 to +200 °C (–40 to +392 °F) A0032024 29 316L housing, hygiene; process temperature –40 to +200 °C (–40 to +392 °F) = T : –40 °C (–40 °F) | T : +76 °C (+169 °F) = T...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Process Process pressure range WARNING The maximum pressure for the device depends on the lowest-rated component with regard to pressure (components are: process connection, optional mounted parts or accessories). ‣ Only operate the device within the specified limits for the components! ‣...
The pressure range may be further restricted in the event of a CRN approval. Dielectric constant For liquids ε ≥ 1.2 Contact Endress+Hauser for applications with lower dielectric constants than indicated. Mechanical construction The dimensions of the individual components must be added together for the total dimensions. Dimensions Endress+Hauser...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Single compartment housing, plastic 94 (3.7) 107.5 (4.23) A0048768 30 Dimensions of single compartment housing, plastic (PBT). Unit of measurement mm (in) Height with cover with plastic viewing window Cover without viewing window Aluminum single compartment housing 101 (3.98)
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA 316L single compartment housing, hygiene 92 (3.62) 123 (4.84) A0050364 32 Dimensions of 316L single compartment housing, hygiene. Unit of measurement mm (in) Height with cover with glass viewing window (dust Ex) Height with cover with plastic viewing window...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Aluminum dual compartment housing 132 (5.2) 121 (4.76) 115 (4.53) 118 (4.65) 64 (2.52) 54 (2.13) 78 (3.07) 143 (5.63) A0038377 33 Dimensions of dual compartment housing. Unit of measurement mm (in) Height with cover with glass viewing window (devices for Ex d/XP, Dust-Ex)
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Dual compartment housing, L-shaped, aluminum or 316 L 110 (4.33) 101 (3.98) 140 (5.51) 138 (5.43) A0038381 34 Dimensions of L-shaped dual compartment housing. Unit of measurement mm (in) Height with cover comprising glass sight glass (devices for Ex d/XP, dust Ex)
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Integrated antenna, PEEK, 20 mm / M24×1.5 41 mm M24×1.5 51.7 (2.04) A0046492 35 Dimensions of integrated antenna, PEEK, 20 mm / M24×1.5. Unit of measurement mm (in) Process temperature version ≤150 °C (302 °F) Process temperature version ≤200 °C (392 °F)
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 50 mm (2 in), slotted nut DIN11851 47.5 (1.87) 92 (3.62) A0046496 36 Dimensions of antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 50 mm (2 in), slotted nut DIN11851. Unit of measurement mm (in) Process temperature version ≤150 °C (302 °F)
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 80 mm (3 in), slotted nut DIN11851 75 (2.95) 127 (5.00) A0046497 37 Dimensions of antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 80 mm (3 in), slotted nut DIN11851. Unit of measurement mm (in) Process temperature version ≤150 °C (302 °F)
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 50 mm (2 in), with Tri-Clamp DN40-51 (2") ISO2852 47.5 (1.87) 64 (2.52) A0046483 38 Dimensions of antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 50 mm (2 in), with Tri-Clamp DN51 (2") ISO2852.
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 50 mm (2 in), with Tri-Clamp DN70-76.1 (3") ISO2852 47.5 (1.87) 91 (3.58) A0046484 39 Dimensions of antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 50 mm (2 in), with Tri-Clamp DN70-76.1 (3") ISO2852.
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 80 mm (3 in) 3.4 kg (7.50 lb) for process connection slotted nut DIN11851 Materials Materials not in contact with process Plastic housing • Housing: PBT/PC • Dummy cover: PBT/PC • Cover with window: PBT/PC and PC •...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Materials in contact with the medium Integrated antenna, PEEK, 20 mm / M24×1.5 A0048101 41 Material; integrated antenna, PEEK, 20 mm / M24×1.5 Antenna: PEEK, seal material can be selected (order option) Process connection: 316L / 1.4404 Housing adapter: 316L / 1.4404...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, cladded flush mount,80 mm (3 in), slotted nut DIN11851 A0046620 43 Material; antenna, cladded flush mount,80 mm (3 in), slotted nut DIN11851. Unit of measurement mm (in) Antenna: PTFE, seal material PTFE cladding DIN11851 slotted nut: 304L / 1.4307 Antenna adapter: 316L / 1.4404...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 80 mm (3 in), with Tri-Clamp ISO2852 A0046608 45 Material; antenna, cladded flush mount, PTFE, 80 mm (3 in), with Tri-Clamp ISO2852 Antenna: PTFE, seal material PTFE cladding Antenna adapter: 316L / 1.4404 Housing adapter: 316L / 1.4404...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Display and user interface Operation concept Operator-oriented menu structure for user-specific tasks • User navigation • Diagnosis • Application • System Quick and safe commissioning • Interactive wizard with graphical interface for guided commissioning in FieldCare, DeviceCare or DTM and PDM-based tools from third-party users or SmartBlue •...
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Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA A0043059 46 Segment display without keys A0039284 47 Graphic display Optical operating keys Permitted ambient temperature for the display: –20 to +70 °C (–4 to +158 °F) The readability of the display may be impaired at temperatures outside the temperature range.
Via service interface (CDI) A0039148 Computer with FieldCare/DeviceCare operating tool Commubox FXA291 Service interface (CDI) of the measuring device (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) Operation via Bluetooth® wireless technology (optional) Prerequisite • Measuring device with Bluetooth display • Smartphone or tablet with SmartBlue app or PC with DeviceCare, version 1.07.00 and higher, or FieldXpert SMT70 The connection has a range of up to 25 m (82 ft).
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Supported operating tools Smartphone or tablet with Endress+Hauser SmartBlue (app), DeviceCare, version 1.07.00 and higher, FieldCare, DTM, and PDM. Certificates and approvals Current certificates and approvals for the product are available at www.endress.com on the relevant product page: Select the product using the filters and search field.
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
• 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 Calibration Factory calibration certificate The calibration points are spread evenly over the measuring range (0 to 100 %).
Condition Monitoring system and the in-situ verification of devices in the application. The application package can be ordered together with the device or can be activated subsequently with an activation code. Detailed information on the order code is available via the Endress+Hauser website www.endress.com...
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA The result of the verification is either Passed or Failed. The verification data are saved in the device and optionally archived on a PC with the FieldCare asset management software or in the Netilion Library. Based on this data, a verification report is generated automatically to ensure that traceable documentation of the verification results is available.
Micropilot FMR63B PROFIBUS PA Field Xpert SMT70 Universal, high-performance tablet PC for device configuration in Ex Zone 2 and non-Ex areas For details, see "Technical Information" TI01342S DeviceCare SFE100 Configuration tool for HART, PROFIBUS and FOUNDATION Fieldbus field devices Technical Information TI01134S...
For an overview of the scope of the associated Technical Documentation, refer to the following: • Device Viewer (www.endress.com/deviceviewer): Enter the serial number from the nameplate • Endress+Hauser Operations app: Enter serial number from nameplate or scan matrix code on nameplate. Endress+Hauser...
PROFIBUS User Organization e.V. (Profibus User Organization), Karlsruhe - Germany Bluetooth® 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®...
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