UST-10LX - Ultrasonic Liquid Level Sensor IP67 - PVDF Corrosion-Resistant Industrial Flow
1. Product Overview
The +GF+ UST-10LX is a high-precision ultrasonic level transmitter engineered for continuous non-contact level measurement in industrial liquids and process applications. Featuring a robust PVDF sensor housing with IP68/IP69K protection, this device withstands aggressive chemicals, high-pressure washdowns, and extreme temperatures (-40°C to +80°C). Its advanced ceramic transducer emits 75kHz ultrasonic pulses for reliable measurement up to 10 meters with ±1% accuracy. The sensor incorporates intelligent echo processing to ignore false signals from foam, vapor, or internal obstructions. Designed for SIL 2 safety applications per IEC 61508, it includes automatic temperature compensation and self-diagnostic functions. The compact 1.5" NPT threaded design enables versatile mounting in tanks, sumps, and open channels across water/wastewater, chemical, and food processing industries.
2. Key Technical Parameters
- Measurement Range: 0.25–10 m (liquid), 0.15–5 m (solids)
- Accuracy: ±1% of measured value or ±3mm (whichever is greater)
- Ultrasonic Frequency: 75kHz (±1kHz)
- Beam Angle: 8° (-3dB point)
- Output Signals: 4-20mA HART / RS-485 Modbus RTU
- Process Connection: 1.5" NPT male thread (AISI 316L)
- Pressure Rating: 3 bar at 20°C
- Temperature Compensation: -40°C to +80°C (integrated PT1000)
- Electrical Protection: Reverse polarity, surge (4kV), short-circuit
- Certifications: SIL 2 (IEC 61508), IP68/IP69K, ATEX Zone 0/20
3. Primary Applications
This sensor excels in challenging measurement scenarios:
- Wastewater Treatment: Sludge level monitoring in clarifiers and digesters
- Chemical Processing: Acid/alkali tank level control with vapor compensation
- Food & Beverage: Hygienic level sensing in CIP-cleaned vessels
- Power Generation: Cooling tower basin level management
- Pulp & Paper: Stock tank level control with foam penetration
- Pharmaceutical: USP Class VI compliant measurement in bioreactors
- Mining: Leachate level monitoring in tailings ponds
- HVAC Systems: Chilled water storage tank automation
Its ability to ignore foam and vapor makes it ideal for aerated liquids, while the PVDF construction resists corrosion from chlorine, hydrocarbons, and acidic media.
4. Functional Advantages
- Reliable Echo Processing:
- Advanced DSP filters out interference from agitators/vapor
- Automatic false echo suppression (up to 5 simultaneous echoes)
- Self-Maintaining Operation:
- SonicClean™ function prevents coating buildup
- Automatic gain control adapts to changing media properties
- Installation Flexibility:
- 20° beam angle enables off-center mounting
- ±0.1%/°C temperature compensation
- Safety & Compliance:
- SIL 2 hardware fault tolerance (HFT=1)
- ATEX/IECEx Ex ia IIC T6 Ga certification
- Lifecycle Benefits:
- 5-year transducer lifespan (50 million pulses)
- Predictive diagnostics via HART/Modbus
5. Measurement Technology
The UST-10LX operates via time-of-flight measurement:
- Pulse Transmission: Ceramic transducer emits 75kHz ultrasonic bursts
- Echo Reception: Sensitive receiver detects reflected signals
- Signal Processing:
- Time-to-digital converter calculates distance: d = (c × t)/2
- Sound velocity (c) dynamically adjusted via temperature/PID
- Error Compensation:
- Beam focusing minimizes tank wall interference
- Multi-echo tracking ignores fixed obstructions
- Output Generation:
- 4-20mA output with HART protocol (5ms update rate)
- Modbus registers store diagnostics (echo strength, temperature)
The PVDF housing provides 0.02mm surface smoothness to prevent fouling, while the hermetically sealed transducer maintains calibration despite pressure fluctuations. SIL 2 compliance is achieved through redundant processing paths and continuous circuit diagnostics (DC≥90%).
| Parameter Category | Specification for UST-10LX |
|---|---|
| Product Type | 2D LiDAR Safety Scanner |
| Measurement Principle | Time-of-Flight (ToF) Laser Scanning |
| Scanning Range | 0.06–10 m (Detection radius) |
| Angular Field of View | 270° (Wide coverage) |
| Angular Resolution | 0.25° (1,080 points/scan) |
| Scanning Frequency | 40 Hz (25 ms/scan) |
| Distance Accuracy | ±30 mm (Typical @ 1–10 m) |
| Laser Type | Class 1 (IEC 60825-1) • 905 nm wavelength |
| Output Interface | Ethernet/IP, TCP/IP, RS-232C |
| Safety Functions | Zone Switching • Muting • OSSDs (2 channels) |
| Safety Standards | ISO 13849-1 PL d • IEC 61496-1 Type 3 • IEC 62061 SIL 2 |
| Protection Rating | IP67 (Sensor) • IP65 (Control unit) |
| Monitoring Zones | Up to 4 configurable zones (Including warning fields) |
| Response Time | ≤ 100 ms (From object detection to OSSD shutdown) |
| OSSD Specifications | 2 PNP • 0.5A @ 24–240V AC/DC (Dual-channel) |
| Operating Voltage | 24V DC (±15%) • 2.5W max |
| Ambient Light Immunity | ≤ 100,000 lux (Sunlight-resistant) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +50°C (Non-condensing) |
| Housing Material | ABS-PC Blend (Sensor) • Aluminum (Control unit) |
| Dimensions (Sensor Head) | Ø80 × 76 mm (W × H) |
| Weight | 500 g (Sensor head only) |
| Software | LJ-V7000 (Configuration & monitoring) |
| Mounting Options | Bracket (Horizontal/vertical) • Ceiling |
| Approvals | CE • cULus • RoHS • KC |
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