Soliwave FDR56

Summary

Product identification

Soliwave FDR56/FQR56: Compact microwave barrier for non-contact limit detection for bulk solids and liquids.

Application

• Point level switch for bulk solids and liquids, also for counting piece goods and in explosive areas.
• Detection can be made from the outside for non-metallic container materials.

Operating limits

• Process temperature range: -40 to +450 °C (-40 to +842 °F) with optional high temperature adapter.
• Process pressure range:
  • 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).

Input

• Measured variable: Absorption of electromagnetic waves.
• Measuring range (Detection range): Maximum 100 m (3937 in) with free path between FQR56 and FDR56. Range depends on container walls to be penetrated.
• Operating frequency: 24 GHz ISM.
• Transmitting power: Maximum 100 mW e.i.r.p.
• Switching frequency: Max. 4 Hz.
• Antenna opening angle (3 dB): Approx. ±11°.

Output

• Output signal:
  • Potential-free relay changeover contact.
  • Switching contact semiconductor relay.
  • 4-20 mA current output.
• Switching output:
  • Relay: Max. 250 V AC / 4 A, 125 V DC / 0.4 A or 30 V DC / 4 A.
  • Solid-state relay: Max. 30 V AC / 0.4 A or 40 V DC / 0.4 A.
  • Switching delay: Parameterizable from 100 ms to 20 s.
  • Switching hysteresis: Adjustable.
• Current output:
  • 4-20 mA, active.
  • Load: Max. 600 Ω.

Power supply

• Supply voltage:
  • 85 to 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
  • 20 to 60 V DC or 20 to 30 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
• Power consumption:
  • FQR56: 7 VA (AC) or 1 W (DC) / 1.5 VA (AC).
  • FDR56: 9 VA (AC) or 2.4 W (DC) / 4 VA (AC).

Mechanical / hydraulic

• Process connection:
  • R 1½ (EN 10226).
  • 1½ NPT (ANSI/ASME).
  • G 1½ (ISO 228-1).
• Dimensions: See diagram. Length dimensions (L1-L3) depend on housing and electrical connection.
• Weight: Max. 1.7 kg (3.75 lb).
• Materials: Stainless steel (316Ti, 316L), Aluminum, Plastic, Die-cast zinc, Brass.

Environment

• Ambient temperature: -40 to +70 °C (-40 to +158 °F).
• Storage temperature: See ambient temperature.
• Humidity: Operation up to 100%.
• Operating height: Up to 2000 m (6600 ft).
• Degree of protection: IP66 (closed housing), IP20 (open housing).
• Pollution degree: 2.

Performance characteristics

• Vibration resistance: Sine excitation, 5 to 500 Hz, 5.5 mm peak / 5 g.
• Shock resistance: Half sine, 18 ms, 30 g.

Certificates and approvals

• CE mark.
• Ex approval (data in separate documentation).
• RoHS compliant.

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Official datasheet (PDF)

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