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data sheet LMK 487

data sheet LMK 487

data sheet LMK 487

Product catalog summary
Overview: The LMK 487 is a hydrostatic probe designed for marine and offshore applications, particularly for measuring levels in tanks used in shipbuilding and offshore environments. It features a compact design with a 22 mm diameter, making it suitable for installation in 1" pipes.
Specifications:
  • Pressure Range: Nominal pressure from 0 to 100 mH2O, with overpressure and burst pressure ratings provided for various levels.
  • Output Signals: Standard 2-wire 4-20 mA, with other options available upon request.
  • Materials: Housing options include stainless steel and titanium, with a ceramic diaphragm made of 99.9% Al2O3.
  • Accuracy: Up to 0.25% FSO according to IEC 60770 standards.
Certifications and Approvals:
  • LR-certificate (Lloyd's Register) and DNV GL Approval (Det Norske Veritas Germanischer Lloyd).
  • Explosion protection for zones 0 and 20, with ATEX and IECEx certifications.
Performance and Stability:
  • High long-term stability with a maximum permissible load and influence effects detailed.
  • Thermal effects and permissible temperature ranges are specified for both medium and storage conditions.
Mechanical and Electrical Features:
  • Vibration resistance up to 4 g, with specific electrical connection options and cable specifications.
  • Ingress protection rated at IP 68, ensuring durability in harsh environments.
Optional Features:
  • IS-version for intrinsic safety, temperature element Pt 100, and various elastomer materials for seals.
Accessories: Includes mounting flanges, terminal clamps, and a range of process displays with various functionalities.
Applications: Ideal for water abstraction, desalinization plants, ballast tanks, and monitoring ship positions and draughts.
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data sheet LMK 487-1

LMK 487 Probe for Marine and Offshore 22 mm Ceramic Sensor accuracy according to IEC 60770: 0.25 % FSO Nominal pressure The hydrostatic probe LMK 487 has been developed for measuring levels in various tank applications for shipbuilding and offshore. In comparison to the hydrostatic probe LMK 458 the external diameter amounts to only 22 mm by which the installation in 1" pipes can be carried out easily. from 0 ... 1 mH2O up to 0 ... 100 mH2O Output signals 2-wire: 4 ... 20 mA others on request Beside the housing materials stainless steel and titanium, different elastomer materials are available by which an optimum adaptation to the application can be ensured. LR-certificate (Lloyd´s Register) DNV▪GL Approval (Det Norske Veritas ▪ Germanischer Lloyd) high long-term stability Preferred areas of use Water drinking water abstraction desalinization plant housing material titanium IS-version Ex ia = intrinsically safe for gas and dust Shipbuilding / Offshore ballast tanks monitoring of a ship’s position and draught level measurement in ballast and storage tanks different kinds of elastomer BD SENSORS GmbH BD-Sensors-Straße 1 D - 95199 Thierstein

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data sheet LMK 487-2

LMK 487 Probe for Marine and Offshore Input pressure range Nominal pressure gauge [bar] 0.1 Level [mH2O] 1 Overpressure [bar] 3 Burst pressure ≥ [bar] 4 Permissible vacuum [bar] -0.2 Max. ambient pressure (housing): 40 bar Technical Data Output signal / Supply Standard 2-wire: 4 ... 20 mA / VS = 12 ... 36 VDC Option IS-version 2-wire: 4 ... 20 mA / VS = 14 ... 28 VDC Option Pt 100-temperature element Temperature range -25 … 125 °C Connectivity technology 3-wire max. voltage 10 VDC, in intrinsically safe circuit 30 VDC max. current 2 mA, in intrinsically safe circuit 54 mA Resistance 100 Ω at...

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data sheet LMK 487-3

LMK 487 Probe for Marine and Offshore Miscellaneous Current consumption Weight Ingress protection CE-conformity ATEX Directive Pin configuration Electrical connection Technical Data max. 22 mA approx. 180 g (without cable) IP 68 EMC Directive: 2014/30/EU 2014/34/EU cable colours (IEC 60757) WH (white) BN (brown) Supply + Supply – Option Pt 100 temperature element: Supply T+ Supply T– Supply T– Shield Wiring diagrams YE (yellow) GY (grey) PK (pink) GNYE (green-yellow) 2-wire-system (pressure) / 3-wire-system (temperature) supply VS+ screw-in version in stainless steel 1.4404 (316 L) cable diameter...

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data sheet LMK 487-4

LMK 487 Probe for Marine and Offshore Technical Data Accessories cable gland M16x1.5 with seal insert (for cable-∅ 4 ... 11 mm) size b D d2 d4 f k n Technical data Suitable for all probes Flange material stainless steel 1.4404 (316L) Material of cable gland standard: brass, nickel plated on request: stainless steel 1.4305 (303); plastic Seal insert material: TPE (ingress protection IP 68) Hole pattern according to DIN 2507 Weight Ordering type Ordering code DN25 / PN40 with cable gland brass, nickel plated ZMF2540 1.4 kg DN50 / PN40 with cable gland brass, nickel plated ZMF5040 3.2 kg DN80 /...

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data sheet LMK 487-5

probe screw-in version G3/4" flush Electrical connection TPE-U-cable (blue, Ø 7.4 mm) TPE-U-cable (red, Ø 9.0 mm) Accuracy standard for p N < 0,4 bar 0.35 % FSO standard for p N ≥ 0,4 bar 0.25 % FSO customer Cable length in m Special version standard with temperature sensor Pt 100 customer 4 … 20 mA / 2-wire intrinsic safety 4 … 20 mA / 2-wire customer FKM EPDM FFKM customer stainless steel 1.4404 (316L) titanium customer shielded cable with integrated ventilation tube for atmospheric pressure reference min. permissible temperature from -15 °C only in combination with housing in stainless steel...

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