SITRANS LH100, transmitter for hydrostatic level Siemens

Область применения



SITRANS LH100 pressure transmitters are used in the following branches, for example:

  • Shipbuilding
  • Water/waste water supply
  • For use in unpressurized/open vessels and wells

Обзор



The pressure transmitter SITRANS LH100 is a submersible sensor for hydrostatic level measurement.

The pressure transmitter measures the liquid levels in tanks, containers, channels and dams. The SITRANS LH100 pressure transmitters are available for various measuring ranges and with explosion protection as an option.

A junction box and a cable hanger are available as accessories for simple installation.

Дизайн



The pressure transmitter has a built-in ceramic sensor which is equipped with a Wheatstone resistance bridge.

These pressure transmitters are equipped with an electronic circuit fitted together with the sensor in a stainless steel housing. In addition, the connecting cable contains a vent pipe which is equipped with a humidity filter to prevent the build-up of condensation.

The diaphragm is protected against external influences by a protective cap.

The sensor, the electronics and the connecting cable are housed in an enclosure with small dimensions.

The pressure transmitter is temperature-compensated for a wide temperature range.

Функции



SITRANS LH100 pressure transmitter, mode of operation and connection diagram

On one side of the sensor (1), the diaphragm (5) is exposed to the hydrostatic pressure which is proportional to the submersion depth. This pressure is compared with atmospheric pressure. Pressure compensation is carried out using the vent pipe (3) in the connecting cable. The vent pipe is equipped with a humidity filter which prevents the build-up of condensation in the vent pipe.

The hydrostatic pressure of the liquid column acts on the diaphragm of the sensor and transmits the pressure to the Wheatstone resistance bridge in the sensor.

The output voltage of the sensor is applied to the electronic circuit where it is converted into an output current of 4 to 20 mA.

The protective conductor connection/equipotential bonding (4) is connected to the enclosure.

Интеграция



It is generally recommended that the connecting cable of the SITRANS LH100 transmitter is connected to the junction box, which can be ordered separately, and secured with the cable hanger, also available separately. The junction box has to be installed near the measuring point.

If the medium is anything other than water, it is also necessary to check compatibility with the specified materials of the transmitter.

Junction box 7MF1572-8AA, open, schematic diagram

Measuring point setup, generally with junction box 7MF1572-8AA and 7MF1572-8AB cable hanger

Чертеж



SITRANS LH100 pressure transmitter, dimensions in mm (inch)

Junction box, dimensions in mm (inch)

Cable hanger, dimensions in mm (inch)

Особенности


  • Compact design
  • Simple installation
  • Small error in measurement (0.3 %)
  • Degree of protection IP68

Технические данные



Pressure transmitter SITRANS LH100 (submersible sensor)

Mode of operation

 

Measuring principle

piezo-resistive

Input

 

Measured variable

Hydrostatic level

Measuring range

Max. permissible operating pressure

  • 0 ... 3 mH2O (0 ... 9 ftH2O)
  • 1.5 bar (21.8 psi) (corresponds to 15 mH2O (45 ftH2O))
  • 0 ... 4 mH2O (0 ... 12 ftH2O)
  • 1.5 bar (21.8 psi) (corresponds to 15 mH2O (45 ftH2O))
  • 0 ... 5 mH2O (0 ... 15 ftH2O)
  • 1.5 bar (21.8 psi) (corresponds to 15 mH2O (45 ftH2O))
  • 0 ... 6 mH2O (0 ... 18 ftH2O)
  • 1.5 bar (21.8 psi) (corresponds to 15 mH2O (45 ftH2O))
  • 0 ... 10 mH2O (0 ... 30 ftH2O)
  • 3.0 bar (43.5 psi) (corresponds to 30 mH2O (90 ftH2O))
  • 0 ... 20 mH2O (0 ... 60 ftH2O)
  • 5.0 bar (72.5 psi) (corresponds to 50 mH2O (150 ftH2O))
  • 0 ... 0.3 bar
  • 1.5 bar
  • 0 ... 0.4 bar
  • 1.5 bar
  • 0 ... 0.5 bar
  • 1.5 bar
  • 0 ... 0.6 bar
  • 1.5 bar
  • 0 ... 1 bar
  • 3.0 bar
  • 0 ... 2 bar
  • 5.0 bar

Output

 

Output signal

4 ... 20 mA

Measuring accuracy

According to IEC 60770-1

Error in measurement at limit setting including hysteresis and reproducibility

 

Measuring range

 
  • 0 ... 3 mH2O
    (0 ... 9 ftH2O or 0 ... 0.3 bar)

0.5% of full-scale value (typical)

  • for all other measuring ranges

0.3% of full-scale value (typical)

Influence of the ambient temperature

 

Measuring range

Zero and span

  • 3 mH2O (9 ftH2O or 0.3 bar)

0.45 %/10 K of full-scale value

  • 4 ... 6 mH2O (12 ... 18 ftH2O or 0.4…0.6 bar)

0.45 %/10 K of full-scale value

  • > 6 mH2O ( > 18 ftH2O or > 0.6 bar)

0.3 %/10 K of full-scale value

Long-term stability

 

Measuring range

Zero and span

  • 3 mH2O (9 ftH2O or 0.3 bar)

0.4% of full-scale value/year

  • 4 ... 6 mH2O (12 ... 18 ftH2O or 0.4…0.6 bar)

0.25% of full-scale value/year

  • > 6 mH2O ( > 18 ftH2O or > 0.6 bar)

0.2 % of full-scale value/year

Rated conditions

 

Ambient conditions

 
  • Process temperature

-10 ... +80 °C (14 ... 176 °F)

  • Storage temperature

-40 ... +80 °C (-40 ... +176 °F)

Degree of protection according to IEC 60529

IP68

Design

 

Weight

 
  • Pressure transmitter

 ≈ 0.2 kg ( ≈ 0.44 lb)

  • Cable

0.025 kg/m (≈ 0.015 lb/ft)

Electrical connection

Cable with 3 conductors, vent pipe and integrated humidity filter

Material

 
  • Seal diaphragm

Al2O3 ceramic, 96%

  • Enclosure

Stainless steel, mat. no. 1.4404/316L

  • Gasket

FPM (standard)

EPDM (optional)

  • Connecting cable

PE-HD (standard)

PE-LD (in the case of versions with EPDM seal, suitable for drinking water applications)

Auxiliary power

 

Terminal voltage on pressure transmitter UB

10 ... 33 V DC

10 ... 30 V DC for transmitter with intrinsic safety explosion protection

Certificates and approvals

 

Drinking water approval (ACS)

applied for

Drinking water approval (WRAS)

1403525

EAC

№ TC RU C-DE.ГБ05.В.00732
OC НАНИО «ЦСВЭ»

Underwriters Laboratories (UL)

2014-11-17 - E344532

The transmitter is not subject to the pressure equipment directive (PED 97/23/EC)

 

Explosion protection

 
  • Intrinsic safety "i"

IECEx SEV 14.0003
SEV 14 ATEX 0109

  • Marking

II 1 G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga



Junction box

 

Application

for connecting the transmitter cable

Design

 

Weight

0.2 kg (0.44 lb)

Electrical connection

2 x 3-way (28 to 18 AWG)

Cable entry

2 x Pg 9

Enclosure material

polycarbonate

Vent pipe for atmospheric pressure

 

Screw for cable strength cord

 

Rated conditions

 

Degree of protection according to IEC 60529

IP65



Cable hanger

 

Application

for mounting the transmitter

Design

 

Weight

0.16 kg (0.35 lb)

Material

Galvanized steel, polyamide



Дальнейшая информация



Determination of the measuring range for media with a density of ≠ 1000 kg/m3 (medium ≠ water)

Calculation of the measuring range:

p = ρ x g x H

with:

ρ = density of medium

g = local acceleration due to gravity

H = maximum level

Example:

Medium: Diesel fuel, ρ = 850 kg/m3

Acceleration due to gravity: 9.81 m/s2

Start-of-scale: 0 m

Maximum level: 6.0 m

Cable length: 10 m

Calculation:

p = 850 kg/m3 x 9.81 m/s2 x 6.0 m

p = 50 031 N/m2

p = 500 mbar

Transmitter to be ordered:

7MF1572-1FA11

Plus, if required, junction box 7MF1572-8AA and cable hanger 7MF1572-8AB