Bulletin No.

3300
Effective : Sept.. 2011
... the level & gas people
ISO-9001 : 2008 CERTIFIED COMPANY

RADAR LEVEL TRANSMITTER

GUIDED WAVE RADAR
NON CONTACT RADAR
HIGH FREQUENCY NON CONTACT RADAR
 BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF HIGH FREQUENCY NON CONTACT
RADAR LEVEL TRANSMITTER (26GHZ)

Product description

501E-53 series transmitters are 26GHz high-frequency radar level transmitters with
analog signals 4-20mA, the Max. Measuring distance is up to 70m. The antenna has been
further optimized, and the latest update microprocessor can make higher speed signals
analysis, which enables the level transmitters can be used in very complicated measuring
applications such as reaction kettles or solid bunkers.

Working principle

The radar level transmitter antenna emits narrower micro wave pulses which will
be transmitted via the antenna. The micro wave will be reflected back after
touching the surface of a medium, and then antenna system will receive it and
transmit it into the electrical circuit, which will be automatically turned into the level
signals.
A. Setting measuring range
B. Low level adjustment
C. High level adjustment
D. Dead zone

Measuring reference is the bottom surface of threads or the sealing surface of a flange.
Note: when using the radar level
transmitter, must keep the highest level of
medium out of the dead zone (see area D
shown i n the drawing).

Features
Ÿ Non contact measuring, no abrasion, no contamination

Ÿ Easy installation due to small size of antenna

Ÿ Shorter wave length, which can get better reflection for the inclined solid surface.

Ÿ Smaller measuring dead zone, which can get better measuring results for small tanks.

Ÿ Smaller beam angle, which makes the energy be more concentrated, enhancing the wave

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 reflection ability which can keep signals more powerful to avoid obstacles
Ÿ Almost unaffected by corrosion and foams.

Ÿ Almost unaffected by changes of steam, changes of temperature and pressure in the air.

Ÿ Even in heavy dust environment, the transmitter can also receive the real level return wave.

Ÿ High SNR, which can make the instrument get better performance.

Ÿ Frequency 26GHz is the best option for measuring solid and low dielectric constant medium.

Introduction of Transmitter

Type: Wave
Application: all aggressive liquids
Measuring range (Maximum): 20m (depends on dielectric constant of different
medium and the concrete working conditions)
Enclosure: Die Cast Aluminum
Process connection: thread, flange
Medium temperature: -40ºC~+120ºC
Process pressure: -1~3Kg/cm²
Accuracy: ±5mm

Repeatability: ±2mm
Frequency range: 26GHz
Signal output: 4-20mA/ HART (2-wire), RS485/ Modbus 501E-53-1
Enclosure Protection: IP66

Type: Horn Antenna

Application: liquids with high temperature, high pressure and light corrosion.
Measuring range (maximum): 30m (depends on dielectric const ant of different
medium and the concrete working conditions)
Enclosure: Die Cast Aluminum
Process connection: thread, flange
Medium temperature: -40ºC~+250ºC
Process pressure: -1~40Kg/cm²
Accuracy: ±3mm
Repeatability: ±2mm
Frequency range: 26GHz
Signal output: 4-20mA/ HART (2-wire) , RS485/Modbus
Enclosure Protection: IP66
501E-53-2
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Type: Horn Antenna (High Range)
Application: solid material, process tank or heavy dust or ash, or easy
crystallization and condensation place.
Measuring range (Maximum): 70m (depends on dielectric constant of
different medium and the concrete working conditions)
Enclosure: Die Cast Aluminum
Process connection: thread, flange
Medium temperature: -40ºC~+250ºC
Process pressure: -1~3Kg/cm²
Accuracy: ±15mm
Repeatability: ±2mm
Frequency range: 26GHz
Signal output: 4-20mA/ HART (2-wire), RS485/ Modbus
Enclosure Protection: IP66 501E-53-3

Type: Parabolic Antenna

Application: solid material, process tank or heavy dust or ash,
or easy crystallization and condensation place.
Measuring range (Maximum): 70m (depends on dielectric constant of
different medium and the concrete working conditions)
Enclosure: Die Cast Aluminum
Process connection: thread, flange
Medium temperature:-40ºC~+250ºC
Process pressure: -1~3Kg/cm²
Accuracy: ±15mm
Repeatability: ±2mm
Frequency range: 26GHz
Signal output: 4-20mA/ HART (2-wire), RS485/ Modbus 501E-53-4
Enclosure Protection: IP66

Type: Horn Antenna

Application: solid particles and dust
Measuring range (Maximum): 30m (depends on dielectric constant of different
medium and the concrete working conditions)
Enclosure: Die Cast Aluminum
Process connection: thread, flange
Medium temperature: -40ºC~+250ºC
Process pressure: -1~3Kg/cm²
Accuracy: ±15mm
Repeatability: ±2mm
Frequency range: 26GHz 501E-53-5
Signal output: 4-20mA/ HART (2-wire), RS485/ Modbus
Enclosure Protection: IP66
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Type: Horn
Application: sanitary liquid storage containers, heavy corrosive liquids
Measuring range (Maxim um): 20m (depends on dielectric constant of
different medium and the concrete working conditions)
Enclosure: Die Cast Aluminum
Process connection: flange
Medium temperature: -40ºC~+250ºC
Process pressure: -1~3Kg/cm²
Accuracy: ±3mm
Repeatability: ±2mm
Frequency range: 26GHz 501E-53-6
Signal output: 4-20mA/ HART (2-wire), RS485/ Modbus
Enclosure Protection: Ip66

General Specifications
— Working frequency : 26GHz

—Application : Aggressive Liquid with high Temp., Solid Material, Dust or Ash,

— Solid Particles

— Power Supply : 24V DC (Power Range 12V~45V)

— Output Signal : 4~20mA Output Superimposed with HART® Protocol/ Field bus

— System : 2 Wire

— Load Resistance : 600 ohm HART®/ 575 ohm FF

— Fail safe/ Loop check : Provided 3.8mA or 21.6mA

— Relative Humidity : 0~100%

— Damping : Adjustable between 0~32 sec

— Response Time : >0.2 sec.

— Warm up Time : 3 sec.

— Sample : echo sampling 55 times /s

— Display : 4.5 Digit LCD

— Sensing Material : PP / PVDF, SS316

—Electrical Connection : ½” , ¾” NPT (F)

—Enclosure : Die cast Aluminum or Stainless Steel

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Model Selection Reference Table For High Frequency
Non Contact Radar Level Transmitter (26GHz)

Antenna Dielectic Solid Solid

Model Application Liquid Accuracy Beam angle
diameter constant particles powder

Liquid 45mm 2.5~3.0 N.A N.A 5m 5mm 20°

501E-53-1
Liquid 72mm 2.5~3.0 N.A N.A 10m 5mm 14º

Liquid 48mm 2.5~3.0 N.A N.A 5m 3mm 18°

501E-53-2 Liquid 76mm 2.5~3.0 N.A N.A 10m 3mm 12°

Liquid 96mm 2.5~3.0 N.A N.A 20m 3mm 8º

Solid 76mm 2.5~3.0 10m 10m N.A 15mm 12°

501E-53-3 Solid 96mm 2.5~3.0 20m 20m N.A 15mm 8°

Solid 121mm 2.5~3.0 35m 30m N.A 15mm 6º

501E-53-4 Solid 242mm 2.5~3.0 45m 40m N.A 15mm 4º

Solid/Liquid 76mm 2.5~3.0 8m 8m 12m 5mm 12°

501E-53-5 Solid/Liquid 96mm 2.5~3.0 13m 13m 22m 5mm 8º

Solid/Liquid 121mm 2.5~3.0 20m 20m 30m 5mm 6º

Liquid 48mm 2.5~3.0 N.A N.A 5m 3mm 18°

501E-53-6 Liquid 76mm 2.5~3.0 N.A N.A 10m 3mm 12º

Liquid 96mm 2.5~3.0 N.A N.A 20m 3mm 8º

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Ordering Information

I II III IV V VI VII

Please Specify
Model Selection
501E-53-1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6..........................................
Electrical Classification
Weather proof........................................................................... W
Explosion proof........................................................................ E
Intrinsically Safe...................................................................... I
Measuring Range
10 Mtr. .............................................................................

Please Specify
20 Mtr...............................................................................
30 Mtr...............................................................................
70 Mtr...............................................................................
Output
4-20mA linear Output................................................................. H
Field bus Output........................................................................ F

Process Connection
501E-53-1
& 501E-53-3 501E-53-4 501E-53-5 WKRD53-6
501E-53-2
A1 - 1½”NPT B1 - 6” -U Joint Flange C1 -1½”NPT D1 - 3” -U Joint Flange E1 -3” Flange
A2 - 2” Flange B1 - 8” -U Joint Flange C2 -2” Flange D2 - 4” -U Joint Flange E2 -4” Flange

Please Specify
A3 - 3” Flange B1 - 10”-U Joint Flange C3 -3” Flange D3 - 6”-U Joint Flange E3 -6” Flange
A4 - 4” Flange C4 -4” Flange D4 - 8”-U Joint Flange E4 -8” Flange
A5 - 6” Flange C5 -6” Flange D5 - 10”-U Joint Flange E5 -10” Flange
A6 - 8” Flange
Others.....................................................................................J ........

Horn Antenna Dia Meter

501E-53-1 501E-53-2 501E-53-3 501E-53-4 501E-53-5 501E-53-6

Please Specify

D1- 46mm D4 -76mm D7 - Parabolic 196mm D9 - Parabolic 76mm D12 -46mm

D2- 76mm D5 -96mm D8 - Parabolic 242mm D10 - Parabolic 96mm D13 -76mm
D3- 96mm D6 -121mm D11-Parabolic 121mm D14 -96mm
Others.....................................................................................K
.....................

Length of Antenna Extension Pipe

Please Specify

501E-53-1 501E-53-2 501E-53-3 501E-53-4 501E-53-5 501E-53-6

P- 100mm
N/A
Q- 200mm
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Head Flange Material

1
CS....................................................
2
PP....................................................
3
SS304..............................................
4
SS316.............................................

Please Specify
Temperature
Common seal/ (-40~+120)ºC....................................................... P
Seal for high temperature/ (40~+250)ºC with cooling fins............ G
Pressure (kg/cm²)..............................................................
Display
With........................................................................................................................ V
Without................................................................................................................... X

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 Data sheet for model selection
Tank/container information
Tank type:

□ Storage tank □ Reaction tank □ Separation tank □ Marine tank

Tank structure:
□ Tank material: □ Tank pressure:
Tank size:
Height of tank: m
Diameter of tank: m
Shape of tank top:
□ Arch □ Flat top □ Open □ Conic
Shape of tank bottom:
□ Tapered □ Flat □ Inclined □ Arch
Installation:
□ Top mounted □ Side mounted □ Bypass pipe mounted □ Wave guide pipe
mounted
Extension pipe at tank top (important information):
Pipe height: mm,
Pipe diameter: mm
Measuring medium
Medium name: □ Liquid □ solid □ mix medium
Medium temperature: ℃
Dielectric constant:
Adhesion: □ Yes □ No
Stirring: □ Yes □ No
Process connection
Thread: (□ G1½〞□ 1½〞NPT □ G2”A □ G1〞A □ 1〞NPT) □ Flange (ANSI= )
Power supply:
□ 24V DC 2-wire □ 220V AC
Output: □ 4-20mA □ HART □ Fieldbus
Display: □ With display and programmer □ Without display and programmer

V. AUTOMAT & INSTRUMENTS (P) LTD.

Regd. Off.:- AUTOMAT HOUSE:- F-61, Okhla Industrial Area, Works:- AUTOMAT HOUSE:- F-34, Okhla Industrial Area,
Phase-I, New Delhi-110020 (INDIA) Phase-I, New Delhi-110020 (INDIA)
Ph.: 91-11- 47627200 , Fax : 91-11-26819440 Ph.: 91-011- 46353500 , Fax : 91-011-26819440
Email : sales@vautomat.com, vautomat@airtelmail.in, Email : production@vautomat.com, accounts@vautomat.com
website : www.vautomat.com website : www.vautomat.com
BRANCHES IN BARODA, MUMBAI, KOLKATA, JAMSHEDPUR, SECUNDERABAD & CHENNAI
See Website for address (Specifications Subject to change without prior notice)

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