APG DCU-1100 datasheet - Manual

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DCU-1100 Ultrasonic Level Sensors
APG
Automation Products Group, Inc.
®
DCU-1100
Ultrasonic Level Sensors
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2 to 50 ft. (0.6 to 15.2 m) detection
range on liquids
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Internal temperature
compensation
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Programmable response time
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Maintenance free
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Programmable filtering
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Description
The DCU series sensors use
ultrasonic technology to provide a
non-contact method of determining
distance or level measurements. This
versatility makes the DCU series
ideal for a variety of applications.
The color, translucency, dielectric
constant, specific gravity or viscosity
of the target does not affect an
ultrasonic sensor. Ultrasonic sensors
function extremely well in harsh
environments, are reliable, and
require little or no maintenance.
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Operational Description
Ultrasonic sensing is very similar to
radar. The sensor transmits ultrasonic
sound waves. If the sound waves
meet a solid or reflective object,
such as a liquid, they are reflected
back and detected by the sensor. The
time of flight is measured, and since
the speed of sound is a well-known
variable, the distance to the object
can be calculated.
Until recently, the many variables
in the speed of sound created
inaccurate readings. With the advent
of microprocessor technology,
these variables can now be factored
into the equation and eliminated.
One such variable is ambient
temperature. The DCU series
incorporates internal temperature
compensation to adjust for
changes in ambient temperature.
The DCU series also incorporates
programmable filtering options
to account for other variables,
such as waves on a liquid, or tank
irregularities. The distance to the
object is converted into an analog
output signal that is user adjustable.
APPROVED
Class I, Div. 2 on
DCU-1100 Models
Rev. 12.07