Guided Level Radar LTC51
- Premium device for level measurement in liquids
- Measuring range up to 45 m (148 foot)
- Process connection from 3/4 inch thread or flange
- Temperature range up to 200 °C (392 °F)
- Pressure range up to 40 bar (600 psi)
- Up to SIL 3 acc. to IEC/EN 61508
Please note: All product-related documents, such as certificates, declarations of conformity, etc., which were issued prior to the conversion under the name Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH or Pepperl+Fuchs AG, also apply to Pepperl+Fuchs SE.
Download the complete datasheet as a PDF:
Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of LTC51
| General specifications | ||
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| Measuring method | The device is a measuring system that functions according to the time-of-flight method. The distance from the reference point (process connection of the measuring device) to the product surface is measured. | |
| Construction type | device with rod probe device with coax probe device with rope probe |
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| Series | LTC51 | |
| Functional safety related parameters | ||
| Safety Integrity Level (SIL) | SIL 3 | |
| Supply | ||
| Rated voltage | 11.5 ... 35 V DC, 2-wire 10.4 ... 48 V DC, 4-wire 90 ... 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
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| Input | ||
| Measured variable | distance between reference point and product surface | |
| Measuring range | rod probe: 4 m/10 m (13 ft/33 ft) (for divisible/indivisible rod probes) coax probe: 6 m (20 ft) rope probe: 45 m (148 ft) |
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| Output | ||
| Output signal | 4 ... 20 mA 2 x 4 ... 20 mA |
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| Communication | 4 ... 20 mA HART (standard) PROFIBUS PA (option) |
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| Directive conformity | ||
| Electromagnetic compatibility | ||
| Directive 2014/30/EU | EN 61326-1:2006 , EN 61326-2-3:2006 | |
| Low voltage | ||
| Directive 2014/35/EU | EN 61010-1:2010 | |
| Conformity | ||
| Degree of protection | IEC 60529:2001 | |
| Measurement accuracy | ||
| Accuracy | digital: - measuring range up to 15 m (49 feet): ±2 mm (0.08 inch) - measuring range > 15 m (49 feet): ±10 mm (0.39 inch) analog: 0.02 % sum of non-linearity, non-repeatability and hysteresis included in the maximum measured error |
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| Operating conditions | ||
| Process conditions | ||
| Process temperature | -40 ... 200 °C (-40 ... 392 °F) | |
| Process pressure (static pressure) | -1 ... 40 bar (-14.5 ... 580.2 psi) | |
| Dielectric constant | rod probe: DC ≥ 1.6 coax probe: DC ≥ 1.4 rope probe: DC ≥ 1.6 |
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| Ambient conditions | ||
| Ambient temperature | -40 ... 80 °C (-40 ... 176 °F) | |
| Mechanical specifications | ||
| Degree of protection | IP68, NEMA 6P (24 hours in water 1.83 m (6 ft) deep) IP66, NEMA 4X |
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| Connection | gland M20 thread M20, G1/2, NPT1/2 device plug M12, 7/8 in |
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| Material | materials in contact with process : rod probe, coax probe: 1.4404/316L rope probe: 1.4401/316 process connections: 1.4404/316L, 2.4602/Alloy C22 process membran, seal: Viton, EPDM, Kalrez, gas-tight feed through as option |
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| Process connection | threads: from 3/4 in flanges: DIN EN from DN40, ANSI from 1-1/2 in, JIS from DN40 |
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| Data for application in connection with hazardous areas | ||
| EU-type examination certificate | see instruction manuals (SI) | |
| Directive conformity | ||
| Directive 2014/34/EU | EN 60079-0:2012+A11:2013 , EN 60079-1:2007 , EN 60079-11:2012 , EN 60079-15:2010 , EN 60079-26:2007 , EN 60079-31:2009 | |
| International approvals | ||
| IECEx approval | see instruction manuals (SI) | |
| Certificates and approvals | ||
| Overspill protection | see approval (ZE) | |
| Telecommunications | radio license FCC | |
| General information | ||
| Supplementary documentation | technical information (TI) manuals, brief instructions (BA, KA) instruction manuals (SI) approval (ZE) |
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| Supplementary information | Observe the certificates, declarations of conformity, instruction manuals, and manuals where applicable. For information see www.pepperl-fuchs.com. | |
| Accessories | ||
| Designation | see technical information (TI) | |
Classifications
| System | Classcode |
|---|---|
| ECLASS 13.0 | 27200513 |
| ECLASS 12.0 | 27200513 |
| ECLASS 11.0 | 27200513 |
| ECLASS 10.0.1 | 27200513 |
| ECLASS 9.0 | 27200513 |
| ECLASS 8.0 | 27200513 |
| ECLASS 5.1 | 27200513 |
| ETIM 9.0 | EC002995 |
| ETIM 8.0 | EC002995 |
| ETIM 7.0 | EC002995 |
| ETIM 6.0 | EC002995 |
| ETIM 5.0 | EC001447 |
| UNSPSC 12.1 | 41111950 |
Details: LTC51
Function
The device offers the following benefits:
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Reliable measurement even for changing product and process conditions
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HistoROM data management for easy commissioning, maintenance and diagnostics
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Highest reliability due to Multi-Echo tracking
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Seamless integration into control or asset management systems
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Intuitive user interface in national languages
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Approvals: ATEX, IECEx
The following interfaces are available for system integration:
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HART with 4 mA ... 20 mA analog (standard)
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PROFIBUS PA (option)
Informative Literature: LTC51
| Literature | Language | File Type | File Size |
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| Application Report - Reliable Level Measurement with Explosion Protection | ENG | 214 KB |
Product Documentation: LTC51
Design / Simulation: LTC51
| CAD | Language | File Type | File Size |
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| CAD 3-D / CAD 3-D | ALL | STP | 1943 KB |
| CAD 3-D additional / CAD 3-D additional | ALL | STP | 1782 KB |
| CAD Portal / CAD Portal | ALL | LINK | --- |
Approvals: LTC51
Associated Products: LTC51
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United Kingdom
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Pepperl+Fuchs is a leading developer and manufacturer of electronic sensors and components for the global automation market. Continuous innovation, enduring quality, and steady growth have been the foundation of our success for more than 70 years. Pepperl+Fuchs employs 6,300 people worldwide and has manufacturing facilities in Germany, USA, Singapore, Hungary, Indonesia and Vietnam, most of them ISO 9001 certified.