ABM ABM300/4 Series Operator's manual

730 The Kingsway Peterborough , Ont. K9J6W6 Canada
Tel: (705) 740 — 2010 Web: www.abmsensor.com
Fax: (705) 740 — 2563 E-mail: [email protected]
Self Adjusting “Smart” Radar
Level Measurement Sensors
750 Ohms (Isolated on 4 Wire only)
115 VAC 60 Hz or 230 VAC 50 Hz
(+/-20%) , 1.7 VA
DC AC
Power
ABM400
ABM300 12 to 30 VDC , 0.07 A max @ 24 Vdc
R load = (Vs — 6) / 24 mA
4-20 mA Output 6.1 uA resolution
Output
Optional RS232 or RS485
communications port.
10A 362 R7
Note - * Minimum Distance starts at the lower tip of the antenna .
Note - ** Only 2” NPT Mounting available for High Temperature Radar.
Radar Range
Code RANGE
In Liquids RESOLUTION
MOUNTING
050
* - 50 ft.
* - 15 m 0.22”
5.7 mm 2.0”,1 1/2” NPT
**
100
* - 100 ft.
* - 30 m 0.44” 11 mm 2.0”,1 1/2” NPT **
Antenna Extension
FEATURES
Self Adjusting Tracking Radar
Programmable (recommended) and
Simple push-button calibration
Output 4-20 mA / 20-4mA
(Isolated on 4 Wire Model’s only )
Optional RS232 OR RS485
For communications with calibration,
diagnostics & data logging software
PL Compatible (Modbus RTU)
Three or four Wire Operation
APPLICATIONS
Food and Beverages
Water / Wastewater
Chemicals with vapors
MECHANICAL
Conduit Entry : 1/2” NPT x 2
Enclosure : Aluminum Or Stainless Steel - 94V0
Ingress Protection : NEMA 4 (IP65) Type 4/4X
ENVIRONMENTAL
Temperature : - 40 to 140°F (- 40 to 60°C)
Installation Category : Class II
Approvals : FCC Part 15 - Low Power
Communication Device
PROCESS
Temperature :PP Rod - 40 to 190°F (- 40 to 90°C)
PTFE Rod - 40 to 350°F (- 40 to 177°C)
Material Dielectric : Er >2
Max. Pressure : 5 bar (without Teflon Decoupler)
OPERATIONAL
Operation : Pulse Radar
Accuracy :+/- 0.1% of max. range in lab using
4-20mA current output
+/-0.25% of max. range (typically in field )
Frequency : 5.8 GHz or 6.3 GHz.
Loss of Echo : Hold 1 min., 22mA or 2 mA. output
Transmitter Power : 50 uW average
Calibration : Via communications port
(required)
Diagnostics : (Echo Profile) via communications port
Antenna : Dielectric rod PP, & Optional PTFE
Horn 316 S.S. for very low dielectric
constant materials and short blanking
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
OPTIONAL
Antenna Extension : 6” or 8” Lengths.
- Use only with Teflon Rod Antenna !
Refer to catalogue numbering Page for
ordering info.
High Temperature Unit :
- Teflon De-coupler threads on to
1 1/2”NPT Mtg. Adaptor with a
2” NPT mtg. Process Connection.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Refer to Catalogue Number Page for
Ordering information (example # below)
ABMXXX-XXXYYCX-XXYYY-XEX
Power Range Code (see below)

Inter-Connection Diagram
Top View of Sensor (Access Cover Removed)
FCC INFORMATION TO RADAR USERS
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provided reasonable pro-
tection against harmful interference when the equipment is oper-
ated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interfer-
ence in which case the user will be required to correct the interfer-
ence at his own expense.
WARNING-Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by
ABM Sensor Technology Inc. could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Wiring Information
- Ground shield at one end only.
- All terminal block wiring must be rated for 250V.
- Power input wiring must be protected by a 15A double pole cir-
cuit breaker .
- Terminal is for use only with equipment which has no live parts
which are accessible .
- Terminal is for use with equipment which maintains basic insula-
tion from hazardous voltage under normal and single fault condi-
tions .
- Connection used at the remote end of external circuit .
Recommended Wiring
For AC Sensor —
Power 3 Wire unshielded 22 AWG , 300 V
Current Output 1 Pair shielded 24 AWG , 300 V
Communication 1 Pair shielded 24 AWG , 300 V
For DC Sensor—
Power & Current output 3 Wire shielded 24 AWG , 300 V
Communication 1 Pair shielded 24 AWG , 300 V
Status LED
Terminal Block
+
++
+ 8
12– 30 VDC -- 7
6
DC Power Input
Note - TB #7 is
Connected to TB #4
RS232/485
L1 8
4-20 mA
AC IN
3
STATUS
A/TX 2
B/RX 1
— 4
+ 5
L2/N 7
6
SWITCH
ABM
SENSOR TECH. INC
- F1/8 A 250V
CALIBRATION
FUSE
Control Panel
Fastening Screw !
Calibration Pushbutton
NOTE — Use only 1/2” NPT Conduit
DWG 10A363
Calibration — 4 -20 or 20 - 4 mA Output
For Radar programmable through communication is
recommended.
FULL — Calibrate 20 mA or 4mA (Set Near Target)
1. Calibration mode LED color is Green.
(for Radar Low Dielectric Materials has to be off)
2. Push button and hold until LED turns Yellow (20 mA)
or push button and hold until LED turns Red (4 mA)
3. Release button, observe LED flashes to acknowledge
the calibration.
EMPTY— Calibrate 4 mA or 20 mA (Set Far Target)
1. Calibration mode LED color is Green
(for Radar Low Dielectric Materials has to be off)
2. Push button and hold until LED turns Red (4 mA)
or push button and hold until LED turns Yellow (20 mA)
3. Release button, observe LED flashes to acknowledge
the calibration.
For Radar to turn the Low Dielectric Materials operation mode
ON and OFF (this mode is recommended for materials with
dielectric constant lower than 4 and also to eliminate multiple
reflections in tank.)
1) To turn the Low Dielectric Materials ON. Push button and hold until
LED goes OFF after the sequence of Yellow , Red and turns Off. The Low
Dielectric Material operation is On when the LED’S Green light blinks
constantly.
2) To turn the Low Dielectric Materials OFF. Push button and hold until
LED goes OFF after the sequence of Yellow , Red and
Turns OFF. The Low Dielectric Material operation is OFF when LED is
continuously Green.
3) Use communication software.
Operation
OperationOperation
Operation -
--- An ultrasonic/electromagnetic pulse is transmitted from the An ultrasonic/electromagnetic pulse is transmitted from theAn ultrasonic/electromagnetic pulse is transmitted from the
An ultrasonic/electromagnetic pulse is transmitted from the
ABM sensor . The pulse travels to the surface being monitored and is
ABM sensor . The pulse travels to the surface being monitored and isABM sensor . The pulse travels to the surface being monitored and is
ABM sensor . The pulse travels to the surface being monitored and is
reflected off this surface back to the sensor . The time of flight is divided
reflected off this surface back to the sensor . The time of flight is dividedreflected off this surface back to the sensor . The time of flight is divided
reflected off this surface back to the sensor . The time of flight is divided
by 2 and converted to an output signal directly proportional to the
by 2 and converted to an output signal directly proportional to theby 2 and converted to an output signal directly proportional to the
by 2 and converted to an output signal directly proportional to the
material level .
material level .material level .
material level .
USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
For ABM300/4XX (DC/AC) SENSORS
STD. , SANITARY AND RADAR 730 The Kingsway Peterborough , Ont. K9J6W6 Canada
Tel: (705) 740 — 2010 Web: www.abmsensor.com
Fax: (705) 740 — 2563 E-mail: [email protected]
Typical Installation
1) DIRECT MOUNTING ULTRASONIC SENSOR -SIMPLY THREAD SENSOR
DIRECTLY INTO METAL OR PLASTIC NOZZLE.
2) RADAR UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED INTO METAL FITTING WITH THE ANTENNA
POINTING DOWNWARD. BUT DO NOT MOUNT IN THE CENTER OF A DOMED
TANK.
OPTIONAL Programmable Calibration &
Diagnostics, Data Logging , RS232 or RS485 Com.
Temperature Compensation for the speed of sound
for ultrasonic.
1/2” NPT Conduit
1/2” NPT Conduit1/2” NPT Conduit
1/2” NPT Conduit
Hole
HoleHole
Hole
Process Mtg.
Process Mtg.Process Mtg.
Process Mtg.
1”,1 1/2”,2”,3”NPT
1”,1 1/2”,2”,3”NPT1”,1 1/2”,2”,3”NPT
1”,1 1/2”,2”,3”NPT
Ultrasonic Sensor
Ultrasonic SensorUltrasonic Sensor
Ultrasonic Sensor
Radar Rod
Radar RodRadar Rod
Radar Rod
A
C
C
U
R
R
E
S
O
L
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I
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Per
Chart
Deadzone
+/—0.25%
EMPTY
4 or 20mA
20 or 4 mA
FULL
Level
Material
S
P
LED
Red
Yellow
Process Temperature
Radar ;190°F/90°C
— 40°F/°C
Ultrasonic ;
140° F/60 °C
— 40° F/° C
CALIBRATION PUSHBUTTON
/ Led Indicator For 4 - 20 mA (750 ohm Max.)
output
12 - 30 Vdc
115/ 230 Vac
60/ 50 Hz
˜

Connect to Serial Port of PC ,use
Extension Cable length as required
,Refer to Fig.# 1 or # 2 For Wiring Dtl.
FUSE
ABM
!
STATUS
Calibration
Sensor Calibration
Switch & Status Led
To Power Source
+ 8
24VDC -- 7
6
+ 5
4-20 mA -- 4
Shield 3
RS232/485 A/Tx 2
B/RX 1
1/2” PVC Conduit Only for PVC
Housings, Metal Conduit not
Recommended Except for
Metal Housing.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A267
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A267INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A267
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A267
For ABM
For ABMFor ABM
For ABM
300/4XX (DC/AC) Sensors With
300/4XX (DC/AC) Sensors With300/4XX (DC/AC) Sensors With
300/4XX (DC/AC) Sensors With
Communication For a Single Or Network Level Sensors
Communication For a Single Or Network Level SensorsCommunication For a Single Or Network Level Sensors
Communication For a Single Or Network Level Sensors 730 The Kingsway Peterborough , Ont. K9J6W6 Canada
Tel: (705) 740 — 2010 Web: www.abmsensor.com
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1) Load “Probe Gateway PC Software” into your PC .
(Select SETUP.EXE from installation CD and follow instructions on the screen.)
2) Click on START and under PROGRAMS select “Probe Gateway PC”.
3) Follow instruction in help file .
DB9
ABM Sensor Terminal
Fig. # 1 RS232 Connection
Red
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
WHT. or BLK.
SHIELD
L1 8
L2/N 7
6
+ 5
-- 4
3
A/TX 2
B/RX 1
Connect Shield to
Ground at one End
Fig. # 2 RS485 Connection
ABM Sensor Terminal
To PC
Serial Port
Red
WHT. or BLK.
L1 8
L2 / N 7
6
+ 5
-- 4
3
A/TX 2
B/RX 1
ULTRASONIC
RADAR
RS485 to
RS232
Converter

Radar ABM300-XXXR
Complies with FCC Part 15
FCC I.D. # QVK-ABMXXX
I.C. 4509A-ABMXXX Made in Canada
SERIAL# _______________Manufactured :_______
“This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation ”
Nameplate Recess
Cover Tool Access Hole
Thread on wiring access
Cover (Aluminum or S.S.)
Electronic Enclosure
Aluminum or S.S.
3.5” Ø O.D.
1/2” NPT Conduit Entry
Mounting Thread 2”or 1 1/2” NPT
(Aluminum or S.S.)
Antenna Polypropylene (Std,)
Teflon (optional) 1.5” DIA.
18.6”
10.3”
7.3”
4” Ø
ABM300/4XX– 050R & 100R
1”
Radar ABM300-XXXR
Complies with FCC Part 15
FCC I.D. # QVK-ABMX00
I.C. 4509A-ABMX00 Made in Canada
SERIAL# Manufactured :
FCC APPROVAL NAMEPLATE
ABM 300/4XX Radar Level Sensor Outline Detail
Radar “Smart”
Level Sensors 730 The Kingsway Peterborough , Ont. K9J6W6 Canada
Tel: (705) 740 — 2010 Web: www.abmsensor.com
Fax: (705) 740 — 2563 E-mail: [e-mail]
Model#
Model#Model#
Model# ABM400 -
SERIAL# ID#
POWER RATING : 115 Vac +/-20%
: 1.7 VA , 60 Hz
AMB. TEMP. : - 40 TO 60 Deg. C.
OUTPUT: 4-20mA , RS
ENCLOSURE: NEMA 4x , IP65
De-energize circuit before removing cover.
CAUTION! ELECTROSTATIC RISK