KROHNE OPTIWAVE 5200 C_F EN - Manual (Page 15)

DEVICE DESCRIPTION
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2.2 Device description
The FMCW radar level transmitter is designed to measure the distance, level, mass, volume,
flow rate and reflection of liquids, pastes and slurries. Radar level transmitters use an antenna
to guide a signal to the surface of the measured product. Radar is a non-contact technology. It is
particularly suitable for the level measurement of corrosive and viscous products. For more data
about the measuring principle, refer to
Measuring principle on page 99.
The signal converter of the device has 2 versions: Compact and Remote (Field). The converter
can also be ordered with horizontal or vertical housing options for easy access to the device
terminals and the optional display.
Compact version Compact version Compact version Compact version
The signal converter is attached directly to the process connection and the antenna (vertical
housing option shown).
Remote (Field) version Remote (Field) version Remote (Field) version Remote (Field) version
The signal converter is installed away from the process connection and the antenna (for
example: at the bottom of a tank). The signal cable between the signal converter and the antenna
has a maximum length of 100 m / 328 ft.
The illustration that follows shows the types of antenna. Antenna extensions are available for
PTFE Wave Horn and Metallic Horn antenna options for long nozzles.
Figure 2-2: Compact version
Figure 2-3: Remote version