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RF Admittance Level Measurement Universal V Pro/Lite Seriess

RF Admittance Level Measurement Universal V Pro/Lite Seriess
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RF Admittance Level Measurement Universal V Pro/Lite Seriess

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Overview: The Universal V™ Series is the fifth generation RF continuous level measurement system by Drexelbrook, offering backward compatibility with previous models. It is designed for a wide range of applications and includes enhancements such as hazardous location approvals, a standard display/keypad, and autoranging capabilities.
Models:
  • Pro Model: Utilizes RF Admittance technology with Cote-Shield™ for conductive, insulating, and coated applications, with a measurement span of 1" to 800'.
  • Lite Model: An entry-level RF Capacitance system without Cote-Shield™, suitable for non-coating conductive liquids and insulated coating applications, with a measurement range up to 20'.
Features and Benefits:
  • Versatile technology for various materials including liquids, slurries, interfaces, and granules.
  • Over 125 probe types available.
  • 2-wire, 4-20mA loop transmitter with HART protocol.
  • Operates in temperatures from cryogenic to 1000°F and pressures from vacuum to 10,000 PSI.
  • Stable and accurate measurement within 0.25% of range.
  • Easy calibration and configuration with PC-based software or handheld communicator.
  • Hazardous area approvals including FM, FMc, ATEX, and IECEx.
Applications:
  • Oil and Gas: Used in desalter/dehydrators and electrostatic separators to improve oil quality and control water dump.
  • Water and Wastewater: Ideal for equalization tanks and digesters, rejecting probe buildup and immune to heavy flows.
  • Pharmaceutical/Biotech: Accurate DI Water level measurement unaffected by conductivity variations.
Probe Selection: Offers a wide range of probes for various applications, with options for different materials and process connections to meet international standards.
Backward Compatibility: Ensures a seamless transition for existing installations with previous Drexelbrook models.
Specifications:
  • Technology: RF Admittance/Capacitance
  • Supply Voltage: 16-30VDC, 2-wire loop powered
  • Output/Digital Protocol: 4-20mA, HART® compatible
  • Load Resistance: 363 Ohms @ 24 VDC, 636 Ohms @ 30 VDC
  • Temperature Range: Ambient: -40 to 75 °C; Process: -106 to 815 °C
  • Pressure Range: Vacuum to 1350 bar
  • Process Connection: Various standards including NPT, BSP, JIS, ANSI, DIN
  • Wetted Parts: Materials like 316L, PVDF, TFE, HastelloyC
  • Sensor Length: 1” to 800 Feet
  • Capacitance Measurement Range: Pro model: 1-45,000 pF; Lite model: 20-7,000 pF
  • Accuracy: 0.25% of span
  • Response Time: 350 msec nominal
  • Approvals: Intrinsically Safe, Explosion Proof, FM, ATEX, IECEx
Upgrade Kit: Describes an electronics upgrade kit allowing users to upgrade existing systems without removing the probe from the tank, including all necessary adapters.
Model Numbering: Provides a detailed breakdown of the model numbering system, including technology, digital protocols, measurement type, approvals, electrical connection, and configuration options.
Configuration Options: Various integral and remote configuration options are available, with different cable lengths and types, including general purpose, triax, and high-temperature cables.
Additional Features: Includes Cote-Shield™ for coating rejection, compliance with emission and surge protection standards, and options for dual seal and special software.
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RF Admittance Level Measurement Universal V Pro/Lite Seriess-1

DREXELBROOK® AMETEK* RF Admittance/Capacitance Continuous Level Measurement The Universal V™ Series is the fifth generation RF continuous system built on Drexelbrook’s 50 years of experience in level measurement. The product is backward compatible with the industry standard Universal III™, Universal Lite™, Universal II™, RCT™ Series and Universal IV. It is the ideal solution for a wide array of applications. A few enhancements to the Universal V Series include FM/FMc, ATEX amd IECEx hazardous location approval, standard display/keypad, autoranging capabilities and state of the art stable and accurate measurement. Pro Model The Universal V™ Pro model integrates the RF Admittance technology pioneered by Drexelbrook with the versatility of Cote-Shield™ technology that ignores coatings on the probe and measurement span of 1" to 800'. The Pro is compatible with a vast array of applications: conductive, insulating, and heavy or light coating. Lite Model The Universal V™ Lite model is the entry level RF Capacitance measurement system without Cote-Shield™ capabilities. Lite models can be used in non-coating conductive liquids and insulated coating applications where Cote-Shield™ is not required. In addition, the Lite model offers a measurement range up to 20' typically. System Features and Benefits: • Proven Drexelbrook level solution for the most common to the most challenging applications • The most versatile level technology for liquids, slurries, interface and granules measurement • Over 125 probe types for a wide array of applications, flex, rigid, wetted materials and process connections • 2-wire, 4-20mA loop transmitter with the widely accepted digital HART protocol • Process temperature from cryogenic to 1000°F (537°C) • Process pressure from vacuum to 10,000 PSI (690 BAR) • Measurement span as short as 1” (25mm) to 800 ft (244m), no dead zone or blocked measurement areas • Proven Cote-Shield™ technology that ignores coating build-up on the probe • Immune to vapor, dust and foam interference • Immune to tank obstructions such as nozzles, ladders, pipes and agitators • Low cost of ownership, no maintenance, and no moving parts to wear out • Stable, repeatable, and accurate measurement within 0.25% of range • Built-in isolation and surge protection for increased reliability • Easy one-time calibration, configure it once and go • Free PC-based HRTWIN™ configuration software for initial setup from anywhere on the loop or a handheld HART®communicator can be used • Standard user friendly push-button LCD display for configuration and monitoring • Integral and remote installation. The transmitter can be integrated with the probe, or for harsh environmental conditions it can be installed remotely away from the probe/vessel • Hazardous area approvals: FM, FMc, ATEX, IECEx • Hazardous location approvals, Intrinsic Safety (IS) and Explosion Proof for Class I, Div I installations • Fully backward compatible with Drexelbrook's leading products such as Universal III, Universal Lite, RCT and Universal IV series • 50+ years of Drexelbrook applications knowledge that ensures the right solution for your application DREXELBROOK® AMETEK*

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RF Admittance Level Measurement Universal V Pro/Lite Seriess-2

Universal V™ Series Pro and Lite Models Integral Configuration One of the Drexelbrook’s key advantages is applications expertise. Drexelbrook offers more than products, we offer solutions that work. Our team of applications engineers will assist you with the ideal solution that solves your problem. The Universal V can be successfully applied across various industries including: oil & gas, chemical, petrochemical, water & wastewater, power, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, pulp & paper, mining & aggregates, feed & grain and much more. Below are some typical applications examples. Integrated Probe...

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RF Admittance Level Measurement Universal V Pro/Lite Seriess-3

Applications Examples (Continued) Water and Wastewater Digesters Digesters are commonly used in sewage treatment plants to limit access to oxygen and encourage the generation of methane and carbon dioxide by microbes in the waste. Aerobic and anaerobic digestion is used to decompose organic matter to reduce volume. In some instances the Digester may be a floating roof tank. As the digestion process takes place and the bio-gas is generated, a floating roof tank may be utilized that will allow the user to contain and monitor the amount of bio-gas that is created above the sludge level. The Universal...

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RF Admittance Level Measurement Universal V Pro/Lite Seriess-4

V™ Series Universal IV™ Series Pro and Lite Models Universal IV™ Series Pro and Lite Models Probe Selection Probe Selection Series has one of the richest and most versatile probe selections in the industry. Over 125 The Universal IV™ Series has one of the richest and most V™ The Universalbe selectedhas one of the richest and mostUniversalprobe selections in the industry. special probes can standard option in the versatile V probes can IV™ Series as a standard option in the Universal IV model number and many Over 125 probes can be selected as aupon request. Drexelbrook’s bonded probe construction...

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RF Admittance Level Measurement Universal V Pro/Lite Seriess-5

Universal V™ Series Universal IV™ Series Pro and Lite Models Pro and Lite Models Universal IV™ Series Pro and Lite Models Probe selection (Continued) Probe selection (Continued) Probe selection (Continued) Probe Model Typical Applications Construction / Wetted Material Electrostatic desalters, High temp, remote only Flex cable for coating liquids, slurries, granulars and interface. Agitated service when anchored 5/16” PVDF insulated flexible cable Heavy duty for coal, ores and other abrasive material Urethane insulated flexible cable with special impregnation Coating applications, thin cable...

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Universal V™ Series Pro and Lite Models Integral Mounting / Dimensions - inches (mm) SENSING ELEMENT DEPENDENT Remote Mounting / Dimensions - inches (mm) SENSING ELEMENT DEPENDENT

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