Radar Ladle Freeboard Measurement
Radar-based system for measuring liquid surfaces in challenging environments
Based on robust radar technology , this system allows the precise measurement of molten steel or slag levels with respect to ladle rim providing the exact value of the free board. Unlike other methods, such as lasers and cameras, radar measurements are not affected by dust, fumes and steam and can provide accuracy to within millimeters even from up to 400 meters away. Radars do not have moving parts or glass surfaces so they require little maintenance. The system is able to read at least 40 measurements per second, and they can be transmitted to PLCs or Level 2 systems over a variety of protocols.
ADVANTAGES
- Measurement not affected by dust, fumes, steam
- Maintenance-free instruments: no glass, no moving parts
- No radioactive sources
- Not affected by high temperature
- Measures direct distance from sensor to liquid or solid
- Minimum sampling frequency: 40 samples per second
FEATURES
- 70 Ghz industrial radars
- Web-based access for data and configuration
- PLC Integration options
- Heavy-duty radar enclosures
