Posts Tagged ultrasonic transducer
Does ultrasonic level measurement work with a standpipe?
Posted by mikedelacluyse135 in Echomax transducers, Installation, Level, Level Technology, Measurement, Siemens, Ultrasonic on April 29, 2014
The easy answer: Yes.
But in a recent webinar on choosing the best level technology for your application, the more specific answer is this: Yes, AS LONG AS you pay attention to the unit specs and a pretty simple rule of thumb.
How to keep condensation from affecting Siemens ultrasonic level sensors
Posted by mikedelacluyse135 in Echomax transducers, Level, Level Technology, Measurement, Siemens, Troubleshooting, Ultrasonic, Uncategorized on March 25, 2014
Recently, a customer noticed that the Siemens ultrasonic level measurement system he had installed in a storage bin showed a signficant amount of moisture buildup. At extreme temperature changes (like we’ve seen a lot latele here in the Midwest), there’d be moisture buildup on the Echomax ultrasonic transducer, sometimes so severely, they’d have problems from signal loss.
How could they fix it? One quick trip to the local big-box or auto supply store provided a Siemens-supported solution.
What’s the best location to install an ultrasonic level transducer?
Posted by danweise in Echomax transducers, Installation, Level, Level Technology, Measurement, Siemens, Troubleshooting, Ultrasonic on January 27, 2012
Pop Quiz: When you’re mounting an ultrasonic level transducer at the top of a tank, what’s the best location?
Here’s a hint: It’s not #3.
I admit: That didn’t make sense to me. Why not place the ultrasonic sensor in the center of domed tank roof?
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