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NIVOTRAK Compact Series, Magnetostrictive Level Transmitter

NIVOTRAK Compact Series, Magnetostrictive Level Transmitter

NIVOTRACK Compact Series magnetostrictive level transmitters are an ideal solution for high accuracy measurement of clean fluids. Its high precision renders the NIVOTRACK Compact Series from NIVELCO suitable for custody transfer measurement of liquids such as fuels, solvents, alcohol derivatives etc. Units with flexible tubes make this accurate measurement for higher tanks possible, and offer a more convenient way for shipment and installation. Plastic coated versions of the NIVOTRACK Compact Series substantially expand the field of application by a wide range of aggressive materials. Integrating the transmitter into a process control system is easy thanks to the intelligent signal processing and communication software as well as the wide of range of accessories offered.

  • 0.1 mm or 1 mm resolution
  • insertion length maximum 15 m
  • rigid or flexible guide tube
  • 4-20 mA and HART output
  • graphical display
  • 99-point linearization table
  • measurement optimization
  • volume measurement
  • Ex version
  • OIMLR85 certification

Description

  • 2-wire compact transmitter
  • 0.004 inch or 0.04 inch resolution
  • wetted parts: stainless steel or plastic
  • plug-in graphic display module
  • 99-point linearization
  • distance, level, volume, interface measurement
  • explosion-proof variants available
  • custody transfer measurement (OIML R 85)
  • 5 year manufacturer warranty

Magnetostrictive Level Transmitter Operating Principles

This level transmitter uses a float containing a magnetic disc moves along a guide tube with the specific magnetostrictive wire in it. A pulse generated by the electronics travels along the magnetostrictive wire. At the point the pulse reaches the float’s magnetic field, a torsion develops. Reflected from the torsion point, the pulse creates an acoustic wave that travels back along the wire. The 4-20 mA output of this magnetostrictive level transmitter from NIVELCO is proportional to the elapsed time between the excitation and detection.

HART Protocol Connected

The instrument with HART output can be connected to a PC using an UNICOMM HART USB modem. Max. 15 normal (non Ex) instruments can be connected to a HART line. Measured values can be visualized and/or the instruments can be programmed via digital HART communication. EView2 configuration software or NIVISION process visualization software. MultiCONT can handle a maximum of 15 HART capable transmitters (4 Ex-version transmitters). The digital (HART) information is processed, displayed, and if needed, it can be transmitted via RS485 communication line to a PC. Remote programming of the transmitters is also possible. Visualization on PC can be accomplished with NIVISION process visualization software.

NIVOTRACK Compact Series Magnetostrictive Level Transmitter Specifications

Supply Voltage 12.5-36 V DC
Ambient Temperature -40 to 158˚F
Process Temperature -40 to 194˚F
Process Pressure max. 363 psig
Measuring Range 0-50 feet
Output 4-20 mA, HART
Ingress Protection IP67 (IP68)
Approvals ATEX, IEC Ex, OIML R 85

NIVOTRACK Compact Series Magnetostrictive Level Transmitter Specifications

Type

Rigid Probe Version

Flexible Probe Version

Plastic Coated Rigid Probe Version

Mini Version with Rigid Probe

Measured Process Value

liquid level, distance, volume

Nominal Length (L)

1.5-14.5 ft

6.5-50 ft

1.5-10 ft

1.5-4.5 ft

Material of the Tube

1.4571 (316 Ti) stainless steel

PFA coated stainless steel

1.4571 stainless steel

Max. Medium Pressure (1)

2.5 MPa
(25 bar g / 363 psi g)

1.6 MPa
(16 bar g / 232 psi g)

0.3 MPa
(3 bar g / 43.5 psi g)

1 MPa
(10 bar g / 145 psi g)

Medium Temperature

-40 to 194˚F

Standard Float Diameter / Material (2)

2 x 2.35” cylindrical / 1.4404 (316L)

4” ball / 1.4435 (316L)

3 x 3.45” cylindrical / PVDF / PP

1 x 1.15” cylindrical 1.4404 (316L)

Material of Wetted Parts

stainless steel: 1.4571, 1.4404 (316 Ti, 316 L)

PFA, PVDF, PP

stainless steel: 1.4571, 1.4404

Output

Analog

4-20 mA (limit values: 3.9-20.5 mA)

Digital

4-20 mA + HART

Display

SAP-300 graphic display

Damping Time

Adjustable 0 to 99 s

Error Indication

22 mA or 3.8 mA or holding

Output Load

Rt = (Ut-12.5V) / 0.02 A, Ut = power supply voltage

Power Supply

12.5-36 V DC

Electrical Protection

Class III

Electric Connection

2x M20x1.5 plastic cable glands for 0.25-0.5 inch cable +
2x NPT 1⁄2 ” internal thread for cable protective pipe terminal block for 0.5-1.5 mm2 (AWG 20 – AWG 15) wire cross section

Housing

Paint coated aluminum or plastic (PBT)

Mass

1.3.75 lb + m. probe: 0.4 lb/ft

6.4 lb + m. probe: 0.2 lb/ft + counter weight 7.7 lb

3.75 lb + m. probe: 0.45 lb/ft

3.75 lb + m. probe: 0.4 lb/ft

Common Uses of Magnetostrictive Level Transmitters