Tired of guessing how much liquid is left in your tank? The VEGAPULS 6X Radar Level Sensor for continuous level measurement gives you a clear, real-time picture of your process level. It works in harsh environments and never touches the material, so you avoid wear and contamination. If you need reliable data to keep production running smoothly, this sensor is the answer.
VEGAPULS 6X Radar Level Sensor for continuous level measurement
Many plants suffer from inaccurate level readings, which can cause overfills, dry-runs, or costly shutdowns. The problem matters because a single mistake can waste product, damage equipment, or halt the line. VEGAPULS solves this by sending a 6 GHz radar pulse that reflects off the surface of the liquid and returns an exact distance measurement. The result is a stable, precise level signal that you can trust, even at temperatures from -196 C to 450 C and pressures up to 160 bar.
Benefits
- Exact measuring results independent of process conditions
- Maintenance-free operation through non-contact measuring principle
- Application-oriented configuration enables a simple device selection
Application Area
VEGAPULS 6X is a universal sensor for continuous level measurement of liquids and bulk solids under all process conditions. Due to its application-oriented configuration and setup, VEGAPULS 6X offers a reliable and economical solution for all level applications. Due to its variable antenna systems, it ensures maintenance-free operation in all applications.
Key Features
- Measuring range up to 120 m.
- 6 GHz frequency for stable signal.
- Beam angle 3 covers wide tanks.
- PTFE wetted parts resist chemicals.
- EPDM seals ensure long-term leak protection.
Specifications
| Measuring range - Distance |
120 m [Meter - Foot] |
| Process temperature |
-196 ... 450 °C [°C - °F] |
| Process pressure |
-1 ... 160 bar [Bar - kPa - psi] |
| Accuracy |
± 1 mm |
| Frequency |
6 GHz, 26 GHz, 80 GHz |
| Beam angle |
≥ 3° |
| Materials, wetted parts |
PTFE, PVDF, 316L, PP, PEEK |
| Threaded connection |
≥ G¾, ≥ ¾ NPT |
| Flange connection |
≥ DN20, ≥ ¾" |
| Hygienic fittings |
Clamp ≥ 1½" (DIN32676, ISO2852); Slotted nut ≥ 2", DN50 (DIN 11851); Varivent ≥ DN25; Tension flange DN32; F40 with compression nut; Screw connections ≥ DN50 (DIN11864-1-A); Flange connection ≥ DN50 (DIN11864-2); Clamp connection ≥ DN50 (DIN11864-3-A); DRD ø 65 mm; SMS 1145 DN51 |
| Seal material |
EPDM, FKM, FFKM, Graphite and Ceramic, PTFE |
| Housing material |
Plastic, Aluminium, Stainless steel (precision casting), Stainless steel (electropolished) |
| Protection rating |
IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar), IP66/IP67, IP66/IP68 (1 bar), IP69 |
| Output |
Profibus PA, Two-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART, Modbus, Four-wire: 4 … 20 mA/HART, Ethernet APL |
| Ambient temperature |
-40 ... 80 °C |
