Type 8189 Level Measuring Device
The Type 8189 is a level measuring device with an interchangeable rod probe, designed for continuous level measurement in liquids. It is suitable for industrial use in various process technologies, particularly in the food and beverage and pharmaceutical industries.
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Measuring Cycle Time
≤500ms
Step Response Time
≤3s
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The Type 8189 is a level measuring device with an interchangeable rod probe, designed for continuous level measurement in liquids. It is suitable for industrial use in various process technologies, particularly in the food and beverage and pharmaceutical industries.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing Material | Plastic PBT (Polyester) and stainless steel 316L (1.4404) |
| Grounding Terminal and Screw | Stainless steel 316L |
| Seal | Between housing and cover: EPDM |
| Cable Gland | PA |
| Blind Plug | PA |
| Process Connection | Clamp 2", DIN 11851 DN 50 |
| Probe | Rod Ø8mm in stainless steel 316L (1.4435), polished |
| Surface Quality | Ra ≤0.76μm (with low delta ferrite content) |
| Weight | Housing: 890g; Rod Ø8mm: approx. 400g/m |
| Probe Length | 0.3...4m (lateral load: 10Nm) |
| Measured quantity | Level of liquids |
| Measuring Range | 0.08...4m |
| Damping | 0...999.9s, adjustable |
| Blocking Distance | In water: from top of probe: 80mm, from bottom of probe: 0mm; In oil: from top of probe: 150mm, from bottom of probe: 100mm |
| Measuring Range Resolution | <1mm |
| Measurement Deviation | ±2mm |
| Non-repeatability | ≤1mm |
| Measuring Cycle Time | ≤500ms |
| Step Response Time | ≤3s |
| Max. Filling/Emptying Speed | 1m/min (products with high dielectric constant >10) |
| Temperature Drift | Digital output: ±3mm/10K, max. 10mm; Current output: <0.03%/10K related to the 16mA span or <0.3% |
| Operating Voltage | 9.6...35VDC (without display/configuration module); 16...35VDC (with display/configuration module) |
| Power source | Limited power source according to UL/EN 62368-1 standards or limited energy circuit according to UL/EN 61010-1 paragraph 9.4 |
| DC reverse polarity protection | Yes |
| Residual Ripple (for DC) | For 9.6V<U<18V: ≤0.7Vrms (16...400Hz); For 18V<U<35V: ≤1.0Vrms (16...400Hz) |
| Overvoltage Category | Category III |
| Protection Class | Class III according to IEC 61010-1 |
| Starting Current | ≤36mA, ≤10mA for 5ms after switching on |
| Load Resistor | (Uq - Un)/0.022A |
| Output | 4...20mA/HART |
| Output Signal Range | 3.8...20.5mA/HART (default setting) |
| Signal Resolution | 0.3μA |
| Output Current | Max. 21.5mA |
| Fault Signal | Current output: last valid measured value, ≥21mA or <3.6mA (adjustable) |
| Cable Diameter | 5...9mm |
| Wire Cross-section | Massive wire, stranded wire: 0.2...2.5mm² (AWG 24...14); Stranded wire with end sleeve: 0.25...1.5mm² (AWG 24...16) |
| Process Temperature | -20...+130°C (-4...+266°F) for sterilisation process: up to +150°C (+302°F) for max. 120min |
| Process Pressure | Vessel pressure: -1...16bar (-14.51...232.16PSI/100...1600kPa) |
| Dielectric Constant | ≥1.6 |
| Electrical Connection | Cable gland M20×1.5 |
| Ambient Temperature | Operation and storage: -40...+80°C (-40...+176°F) (with display/configuration module) |
| Temperature Derating | Refer to chapter 5.3 |
| Relative air humidity | Operation: max. 75%, without condensation; Storage: 20...85%, without condensation |
| Height Above Sea Level | Max. 2000m (by default; max. 5000m with connected overvoltage protection) |
| Degree of Protection | IP66/IP67 with cable plug mounted and tightened M20×1.5 |
| Pollution Degree | Degree 4 (when used with fulfilled housing protection) |
Applications
1. Continuous level measurement in liquids 2. Food and beverage industry 3. Pharmaceutical industry 4. Corrosive liquid applications
Key Features
1. Universal level measuring device for liquids 2. Insensitive to dust and steam 3. Interchangeable rod probe 4. ATEX/IECEx certifications for explosion protection 5. High accuracy and reliability in various industrial applications
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<p>Bürkert Fluid Control Systems is a global leader in measurement, control, and regulation technology for liquids and gases. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Germany, the family-owned company develops solenoid valves, process and control valves, sensors, transmitters, and controllers. With 3,700+ employees and operations in 30+ countries, Bürkert serves pharmaceutical, food and beverage, laboratory, semiconductor, and energy industries with standard products and customized automation systems.</p>
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