Intrinsically safe continuous level sensor for hazardous areas (st. steel)

LINEAR S – ATEX I

Intrinsically safe continuous level sensor for hazardous tank level control with AISI 316 construction, 5, 10 or 20 mm resolution, LC or LCT output, 0-10V via safety barrier, up to 6 m length, 50 Bar pressure rating and IP65 protection.

Introduction

Hazardous-area tanks need level control that works inside an intrinsically safe system without compromising process visibility. This family is certified for liquid or fuel tanks installed underground and outdoors where flammable products are treated, with ATEX Exia approval listed in the source.
 
AISI 316 stainless steel construction supports demanding tank applications, while the potentiometric measuring principle provides continuous level control. A magnetic float actuates a chain of resistors and reed contacts inside the measuring rod, with selectable 5, 10 or 20 mm measuring resolution.
 
The configuration range helps match the sensor to the installation: lengths up to 6 m depending on the float, maximum working pressure up to 50 Bar, standard working temperature up to 100°C and execution up to 150°C on request. Outputs include potentiometric LC, 4-20mA LCT and 0-10V via SAFE POT barrier, with minimum ingress protection (IP) rating of IP65.

Intrinsically safe
Intrinsically safe
Certified CESI 03 ATEX 265 Ext.2 II 1/2G Exia IIC T4/T5/T6 Ga/Gb.
Stainless steel build
Stainless steel build
AISI 316 construction supports liquid and fuel level control in hazardous tanks.
High pressure range
High pressure range
Versions cover maximum working pressure up to 50 Bar, depending on the float.
Signal integration
Signal integration
LC, LCT and 0-10V via SAFE POT support connection to control systems.
Long tank coverage
Long tank coverage
Versions are available up to 6 m length depending on the selected float.

Features

Potentiometric measuring principle

A magnetic float actuates a chain of resistors and reed contacts placed inside the measuring rod.

Electrical output housings

Output options include IP65 housing for 2G, IP66/67 housing for 1G, DIN 43650 IP65 connector and cable gland variants.

Cable gland options

IP1 uses a brass IP68 cable gland, while IP2 uses a polyamide IP67 cable gland.

Process connections

 Installation from inside is listed for LC with IP1-2, while outside installation uses threaded and flanged process connections.

Thread standards

Male thread options include G parallel UNI 228/1, conical UNI 7/1 and conical NPT.

Safety barriers

Exia level controls must be electrically connected to active or passive barriers according to EN 50020.