Solimotion FTR16

Summary

Product identification

• Product Name: Solimotion FTR16
• Description: Ultra-compact flow indicator for monitoring pneumatic and mechanical transport processes of bulk solids.

Application

• Flow indicator for monitoring pneumatic and mechanical transport processes of bulk materials of all kinds, also in hazardous areas.
• Non-contact detection: use in containers, pipelines, shafts or free-fall shafts (detection from the outside is possible for non-metallic container materials).

Operating limits

• Process temperature range: -20 to +450 °C (-4 to +842 °F) with optional high temperature adapter.
• Process pressure range: 0.5 to 21 bar (7 to 305 psi) absolute with optional high pressure adapter.

Input

• Measured variable: Doppler frequency
• Measuring range (Detection range): Maximum range is 5 m (196.9 in) depending on bulk solids (reflection characteristics). The range also depends on the container walls to be penetrated.
• Operating frequency: 24.15 to 24.25 GHz
• Detectable speed: 0.09 to 62 m/s (3.54 to 2441 in/s)
• Transmitting power: Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p.
  • Power density directly in front of the device: Approx. 1 mW/cm²
  • Power density at a distance of 1 m: Approx. 0.3 µW/cm²
• Antenna opening angle (3 dB): Approx. ± 12°

Output

• Switching output:
  • 3-wire DC-PNP (positive voltage signal at the switching output of the electronics)
  • 2 DC-PNP outputs, antivalent switched
  • Max. 200 mA per output, short-circuit proof
  • Switching delay parameterizable (off, 500 ms to 10 s)
  • Safety-related switching: The electrical switch opens in the presence or absence of bulk material movement, in the event of malfunctions or power failure.

Power supply

• Supply voltage: U = 18 to 30 V DC
• Power consumption: P ≤ 1.1 W
• Current consumption: I ≤ 60 mA (without load)

Electrical connection

• Device connector: M12-A, 4-pole
• Load: Max. 200 mA
• Potential equalization: Connect to external ground terminal; recommended cable cross-section is 2.5 mm².

Performance characteristics

• Ambient temperature influence: No direct influence on the device (internally temperature compensated).
• Vibration resistance: Sine excitation, 5 to 500 Hz, amplitude 5 to 15 Hz (5.5 mm) peak / 15 to 500 Hz 5 g.
• Shock resistance: Half sine excitation, 18 ms, 30 g.

Environment

• Ambient temperature: -20 to +60 °C (-4 to +140 °F)
• Storage temperature: See ambient temperature
• Degree of protection: IP69 / IP67
• Electromagnetic compatibility: Interference emission to EN 61326 (Class B), Interference immunity to EN 61326 (Appendix A, Industrial).
• Reverse polarity protection: Integrated.

Process

• Process temperature:
  • -20 to +60 °C (-4 to +140 °F)
  • -20 to +450 °C (-4 to +842 °F) with optional high temperature adapter.
• Process pressure:
  • 0.5 to 6.8 bar (7 to 99 psi) absolute (direct process mounting).
  • 0.8 to 5.1 bar (12 to 74 psi) absolute (with optional high temperature adapter).
  • 0.5 to 21 bar (7 to 305 psi) absolute (with optional high pressure adapter).

Mechanical construction

• Materials:
  • Housing with process connection: Stainless steel 316L (1.4404)
  • Connector housing: Brass nickel plated
  • Transmission windows: PTFE
• Process connection:
  • G 1 and G 1½ according to ISO 228-1
  • 1½ NPT according to ANSI/ASME

Operability

• Calibration options:
  • Adjustable sensitivity
  • Switching delay: off, 500 ms to 10 s
  • LED signal strength indicator

Certificates and approvals

• CE mark: Complies with applicable EU guidelines.
• Ex approval: Data in separate documentation.
• RoHS: Complies with EU Directive 2011/65/EU and Delegated Directive 2015/863/EU.
• Food suitability: Materials in contact with the process meet EU Regulation 1935/2004 and 2023/2006.

Ordering information

• Detailed ordering information available via the Product Configurator on the Endress+Hauser website or from an Endress+Hauser sales center.
• TAG: Device can be ordered with a tag name (up to 3 lines, 18 characters each).
• Scope of delivery: FTR16 in a box with Brief Operating Instructions.
• Preset switching delay: Option for manufacturing to preset switching delay according to customer requirements.

Accessories

• Prefabricated cables
• Operating magnet
• Counternut
• Mounting bracket
• Welding sleeve
• Weld-in adapter
• Mounting flange
• High pressure adapter
• Plug
• Sight glass fitting
• Insertion adapter
• Weld-in nozzle
• High temperature adapter with extensions

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Official datasheet (PDF)

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