Micropilot FMR63B – 80 GHz radar sensor
Micropilot FMR63B – 80 GHz radar sensor
Micropilot FMR63B – 80 GHz radar sensor
Micropilot FMR63B – 80 GHz radar sensor

Micropilot FMR63B – 80 GHz radar sensor

Micropilot FMR63B is part of the new generation of 80 GHz radar sensors. Thanks to its complete hygienic design it is suitable for continuous non-contact level measurement in hygienic applications. Wizards guide users through commissioning, proof tests and verification of the devices and thus guarantee a simple operation. Heartbeat Technology offers verification and monitoring functions to identify anomalies or checking the measurement accuracy.

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Premium device for continuous non-contact level measurement with hygienic requirements (ASME BPE, USP Class VI). Heartbeat Technology, SIL 2/3 according to IEC 61508, Bluetooth® commissioning. Operation and maintenance with SmartBlue app. HistoROM. RFID TAG for easy identification. Very narrow beam angle. The Micropilot FMR63B is for free space applications up to 80m and offers high beam focusing for vessels with many internal fittings. Process connections: M24 adapters and hygienic process connections. Temperature: –40 to +200 °C (-40 to 392° F). Pressure: –1 to +25 bar (-14.5 to +362.6 psi). Maximum measuring range: 80 m (164 ft). Accuracy: ±1 mm (0.04 in). W-band: 80 GHz. EHEDG, 3-A, ASME BPE, International explosion protection certificates, 5- or 10-point linearity protocol.

Benefits

  • Fulfils highest compliance requirements of the industry
  • Easy handling through intuitive operation and wizards, for commissioning and verification
  • Increased productivity thanks to process monitoring, verification also of the radar´s accuracy and diagnostics in the running process with Heartbeat Technology
  • Simple Display of device status – A change in the backlighting from green to red highlights errors immediately
    • Fulfils highest compliance requirements of the industry
    • Easy handling through intuitive operation and wizards, for commissioning and verification
    • Increased productivity thanks to process monitoring, verification also of the radar´s accuracy and diagnostics in the running process with Heartbeat Technology
    • Simple Display of device status – A change in the backlighting from green to red highlights errors immediately

 

Supply / Communication

2-wire (HART/ PROFIBUS PA)

PROFINET with Ethernet-APL

Bluetooth® wireless technology

Frequency

W-Band (~80 GHz)

Accuracy

+/-1 mm (0.04 in)

Ambient temperature

-40 °C … +85 °C (-40 °F … +185 °F)

Process temperature

-40 °C … +200 °C (-40 °F … +392 °F)

Process pressure / max. overpressure limit

Vacuum…25 bar (363 psi)

Main wetted parts

PEEK or PTFE

Process connection

Thread:

M24

Process connection hygienic

NEUMO BioControl;

Slotted-nut DIN11851;

Varivent;

Tri-Clamp ISO2852

Max. measurement distance

80 m (262 ft)

Communication

4…20 mA HART

Additional analog or switch output

PROFIBUS PA

PROFINET with Ethernet-APL

Bluetooth® wireless

technology and app (optional)

Certificates / Approvals

IEC Ex, ATEX, CSA C/US, EAC Ex, JPN Ex, KC Ex,

INMETRO Ex, NEPSI Ex, UK Ex;

Safety approvals

Overfill protection WHG;

SIL 2/ SIL 3

Design approvals

Acceptance test certificate 3.1, EN10204;

EU Food Contact Material (EC) 1935/2004;

US Food Contact Material FDA CFR 21;

Declaration of Conformity ASME B31.3;

Conformity to cGMP;

CoC ASME BPE;

CRN approval

Hygienic approvals

3-A;

EHEDG;

CoC-ASME BPE

Drinking water approvals

KTW-BWGL;

NSF/ANSI 61

Options

Display,

Customized settings,

App ‘SmartBlue‘ for commissioning and operation via Bluetooth

Gas-tight implementation;

Overvoltage protection;

PWIS free

Application limits

Process temp. > 200°C (392°F) -> FMR62

Strong foam, stilling well and bypass (>10 m) -> FMR5x,FMP5x

Features:

  • 80 GHz FMCW radar technology for precise, non-contact level measurement of liquids
  • Ideal for hygienic and sterile applications in the food & beverage and life sciences industries
  • Flush-mounted antenna for easy cleaning and CIP/SIP compatibility
  • Measuring range up to 80 m (262 ft)
  • Process temperature up to +200 °C (+392 °F)
  • Process pressure up to 25 bar (363 psi)
  • Narrow beam angle for accurate measurement in small or complex tanks
  • Integrated Heartbeat Technology for continuous diagnostics and verification
  • Bluetooth® connectivity for wireless configuration and monitoring
  • Communication options: HART, PROFIBUS PA, and FOUNDATION Fieldbus
  • SIL 2/3 certified for use in safety-related applications