Amphenol Temposonics Level Plus RefineME User manual

Magnetostrictive Liquid Level Transmitters with Temposonics®Technology
Level Plus®– RefineME®
4-IN-1 Measurement
Inherent Accuracy ±1 mm
API Temperature Corrected Volumes
No Scheduled Maintenance or Recalibration
Hazardous Area Certied
Operation Manual

Table of contents
1. Contact information ........................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Terms and definitions ......................................................................................................................................... 3
3. Introduction..................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Purpose and use of this manual ................................................................................................................................................................ 5
3.2 Used symbols and warnings ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
4. Safety instructions............................................................................................................................................. 5
4.1 Intended use.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
4.2 Foreseeable misuse................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
4.3 Installation, commissioning and operation................................................................................................................................................ 6
5. Product overview .............................................................................................................................................. 6
5.1 Components.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
5.2 Accuracy.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
5.3 Warranty.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
5.4 Storage...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
5.5 CRN Specifications.................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
5.6 Model number identification.................................................................................................................................................................... 10
5.7 Technical data.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
6. Installation and mounting ...................................................................................................................................13
6.1 Training ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
6.2 Stilling wells and guide poles .................................................................................................................................................................. 13
6.3 Tools........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
6.4 Installation steps ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
6.5 Mounting................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
7. Electrical connections........................................................................................................................................14
7.1 Basic information .................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
7.2 Safety recommendations......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
7.3 Industrial topologies................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
7.4 Cable recommendations.......................................................................................................................................................................... 15
7.5 Electrical conduit..................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
7.6 Grounding ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
7.7 Safety barriers......................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
8. Commissioning................................................................................................................................................17
8.1 Training ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
8.2 Tools........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
8.3 Setup software ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
8.4 Commissioning steps.............................................................................................................................................................................. 17
9. Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................17
9.1 Training ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
9.2 Tools........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
9.3 Inspection................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
10. Repair.........................................................................................................................................................18
10.1 RMA policy............................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
10.2 Training ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
10.3 Tools...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
10.4 Setup software ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
10.5 Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
11. Spare parts ...................................................................................................................................................19
12. Interface ......................................................................................................................................................19
12.1 Modbus ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
12.2 DDA....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
12.3 HART®.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
13. Agency information .........................................................................................................................................20
13.1 Approvals overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 20
13.2 Certificates ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
13.3 FM (NEC)............................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
13.4 FMC (CEC)............................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
13.5 ATEX and IECEx..................................................................................................................................................................................... 48

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1. Contact information
United States
General
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
http://www.temposonics.com
Mailing and shipping address
Temposonics LLC
3001 Sheldon Drive
Cary, North Carolina, 27513, USA
Customer service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Technical support and applications
24 Hour Emergency Technical Support
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Germany
General
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
http://www.temposonics.com
Mailing and shipping address
Temposonics GmbH & Co. KG
Auf dem Schüffel 9
58513 Lüdenscheid, Germany
Technical support and applications
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
http://www.temposonics.com
2. Terms and definitions
6A Heavy Oils
‘Generalized Crude Oils’, Correction of Volume to 60 °F against API
Gravity.
6B Light Oils
‘Generalized Products’, Correction of Volume to
60 °F against API Gravity.
6C Chemical
‘Volume Correction Factors (VCF)’ for individual and special
applications, volume correction to 60 °F against thermal expansion
coefficients.
6C Mod
An adjustable temperature reference for defining VCF.
A
API Gravity
The measure of how heavy or light a petroleum liquid is compared to
water. Allowable values are 0 to 100 degrees API for (6A) and 0 to 85
degrees API for (6B).
D
DDA
‘Direct Digital Access’ – The proprietary digital protocol developed by
Temposonics for use in intrinsically safe areas.
Density
Mass divided by the volume of an object at a specific temperature.
The density value should be entered as lb / cu. ft..
E
Explosion proof
Type of protection based on enclosure in which the parts which can
ignite an explosive gas atmosphere are placed within, and which
can withstand the pressure developed during an internal explosion
of an explosive mixture, and which prevents the transmission of the
explosion to the explosive gas atmosphere surrounding the enclosure.
F
Flameproof
Type of protection based on enclosure in which the parts which can
ignite an explosive gas atmosphere are placed within and which can
withstand the pressure developed during an internal explosion of
an explosive mixture, and which prevents the transmission of the
explosion to the explosive gas atmosphere surrounding the enclosure.

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G
GOVI
‘Gross Observed Volume of the Interface’ – The total volume of the
tank occupied by the interface liquid. The GOVI is only given when
measuring two liquids and is calculated by subtracting the volume of
the product from the total volume of liquid in the tank (GOVT – GOVP).
GOVP
‘Gross Observed Volume of the Product’ – The total volume of the tank
occupied by the product liquid. When measuring only one liquid, it is
also the total volume of liquid in the tank (GOVT). When measuring
two liquids it is the total volume of liquid in the tank minus the volume
of the interface liquid (GOVT – GOVI).
GOVT
‘Total Gross Observed Volume’ – The total volume of liquid in the
tank. When measuring only one liquid it is equal to the volume of the
product (GOVP). When measuring two liquids it is equal to the volume
of the product and interface liquids (GOVP + GOVI).
GOVU
‘Gross Observed Volume Ullage’ – the difference in volume between
the working capacity of a tank and the total volume in the tank
(Working Capacity – GOVT).
H
HART®
A Bidirectional communication protocol that provides data access
between intelligent field instruments and host systems.
I
Interface
Noun; The measurement of the level of one liquid when that liquid is
below another liquid.
Interface
Adj.; The Software Graphical User Interface (GUI) that allows the user
to access software protocols (HART®, DDA, MODBUS).
Intrinsic safety
‘Intrinsically safe’ - Type of protection based on the restriction of
electrical energy within apparatus of interconnecting wiring exposed to
potentially explosive atmosphere to a level below that which can cause
ignition by either sparking or heating effects.
M
Mass
The property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational
field, calculated by density at the reference temperature multiplied by
the volume correction factor (Density × VCF).
MODBUS
A serial communications protocol published by Modicon in 1979 for
use with its programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It has become a
de facto standard communications protocol in industry, and is now the
most commonly available means of connecting industrial electronic
devices.
N
NEMA Type 4X
A product Enclosure intended for indoor or outdoor use primarily to
provide a degree of protection against corrosion, windblown dust and
rain, splashing water, and hose-directed water; and to be undamaged
by the formation of ice on the enclosure. They are not intended to
provide protection against conditions such as internal condensation or
internal icing.
NPT
U.S. standard defining tapered pipe threads used to join pipes and
fittings.
NSVP
‘Net Standard Volume of the Product’ – The temperature corrected
volume for the product liquid in the tank, requires the transmitter to
be ordered with temperature measurement capabilities. The NSVP is
calculated by multiplying the volume of the product liquid by a volume
correction factor based on temperature (GOVP × VCF).
R
Reference Temperature
The temperature at which the density measurement is given, the
allowable values are 32 °F to 150 °F (0 °C to 66 °C).
S
Specific Gravity
The density ratio of a liquid to the density of water at the same
conditions.
Sphere Radius
The internal radius of the sphere that contains the liquid, the value is
used to calculate the volume along with the Sphere Offset.
Sphere Offset
An offset value that accounts for additional volume in a sphere from
non-uniform sphere geometry, the value is used to calculate the
volume along with the Sphere Radius.

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Strap Table
A table of measurement correlating the height of a vessel to the
volume that is contained at that height. The transmitter can contain up
to 200 points.
T
TEC
‘Thermal Expansion Coefficient’ - a value correlating the change in
temperature for an object with the change in its volume. Allowable
values are 270.0 to 930.0. TEC units are in 10 E-6/Deg F.
Temperature Correction Method
One of five product correction methods used to correct the product
volume in the tank due to changes in temperature from 60 °F including
(6A, 6B, 6C, 6C Mod, and Custom Table.
V
Volume Calculation Mode
One of two methods use to calculate volume measurements from level
measurements, including Sphere and Strap Table.
VCF
‘Volume Correction Factor’ – A table of measurements correlating
temperature points with correction factors for the liquids expansion/
contraction. The transmitter can contain up to 50 points.
W
Working Capacity
The maximum volume of liquid that the user desires for their vessel to
hold, typically 80% of the vessels maximum volume before overfill.
3. Introduction
3.1 Purpose and use of this manual
Important:
Before starting the operation of the equipment read this
documentation thoroughly and follow the safety information.
The content of this technical documentation and of its various annexes
is intended to provide information on mounting, installation and
commissioning by qualified service personnel according to IEC 60079-14
and local regulations or Temposonics trained service technicians.
3.2 Used symbols and warnings
Warnings are intended for your personal safety and for avoidance
of damage to the described product or connected devices. In this
documentation, safety information and warnings to avoid dangers that
might affect the life and health of personnel or cause material damage
are highlighted by the preceding pictogram, which is defined below.
Symbol Meaning
NOTICE
This symbol is used to point to situations
that may lead to material damage and/or
personal injury.
4. Safety instructions
4.1 Intended use
The liquid level transmitter is intended to be used to measure the level
of liquid(s) contained by a structure as well as the temperature of
the liquid. The product may only be used for the applications defined
under item 1 to item 4 and only in conjunction with third-party devices
and components recommended or approved by Temposonics.
As a prerequisite of proper and safe operation, the product requires
correct transport, storage, mounting and commissioning and must be
operated with utmost care.
1. Application does not exceed product’s performance specification
in chapter 5.77.
2. Product may only be installed in hazardous areas as specified by
approval certifications in chapter 12 following special conditions
of use outlined in chapter 12 or in safe areas.
3. The liquid(s) being measured are compatible with the selected
wetted parts of the product.
4. Temposonics floats should be used for proper functionality and
safety approval.

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Forseeable misuse Consequence
Wrong sensor connection Possible damage to electronics
See chapter 7 for Electrical
Connections
Improper Installation Physical damage to packaging
See chapter 6 for Installation
Installation in unapproved
Hazardous Area
Potential Spark
See chapter 12 for Agency
Information
Process Temperature out of range Signal Degradation, Possible
Damage to Sensor
See chapter 5.6 for Specications
Power Supply out of range No Communication, Possible
Damage to Sensor
See chapter 5.6 for Specications
Process Pressure out of range Possible Damage to Sensor,
See chapter 5.6 for Specications
Improper Chemical Compatibility Possible Damage to Sensor,
Customer Must Select Wetted
Material that is compatible with
liquid(s) in tank
Modifying Sensor Warranty Void, Hazardous
Approval Void Customer should
contact factory for custom unit
Improper Grounding Possible Damage to Sensor, Full
Protection Compromised,
See chapter 7.6 for Grounding
4.2 Foreseeable misuse
4.3 Installation, commissioning and operation
1. Wear proper personal protection equipment such as hard hat,
safety shoes, flame resistant clothing, safety glasses, gloves, and
hearing protection.
2. Follow the specifications given in the technical documentation.
3. Two (2) individuals are recommended to conduct proper
installation, commissioning, and repair of the level transmitter.
4. Ensure the equipment used in a hazardous environment is
selected and installed in compliance with regulations governing
the geographical installation and facility. Only install equipment
that complies with the types of protection relevant to the
applicable classes, division, zones, category, gas group, and
temperature code.
5. Protect the sensor against mechanical damage during installation
and operation.
6. Do not use damaged products and secure them against
unintentional use. Mark damaged products as being defective.
7. Connect the sensor very carefully and pay attention to the
polarity of connections. Temposonics recommends to not make
connections while power is live.
8. Before turning on power, ensure that nobody’s safety is
jeopardized by starting level transmitter and/or process.
Table 1: Foreseeable misuse
9. Regularly follow preventative maintenance to prevent safety risks.
10. Make sure that no wire strands are loose or sticking out of
the terminal block connection which could short and cause a
problem.
11. Make sure that no wire strands, including shield, are in contact
with the electronic module enclosure.
5. Product overview
The Level Plus®RefineME®Liquid-Level transmitter is a continuous
multi-functional magnetostrictive transmitter that provides product
level, interface level, temperature and volume to the user Modbus,
DDA, Analog (4-20 mA), or HART®. Magnetostrictive technology is
one of the most accurate and repeatable level technologies available
to date.
Temposonics is the inventor and purveyor of magnetostrictive
technology and has been serving the level industry for over 35 years.
Industries
• Petroleum
• Liquid Petroleum Gas
• Chemical
• Mining
Applications
• Fuel Additive Tanks
• Sump Tanks
• Bullet Tanks
• Separator Tanks
• Battery Tanks
• Storage Tanks
• Solvent Extraction
Features
• 4-in-1 Measurement:
• Product Level
• Interface Level
• Temperature
• Volume
• No scheduled maintenance or recalibration
• Field Repairable
• Inherent Accuracy ±1mm
• 200 Point Strap Table
• API Temperature Corrected Volumes

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5.1 Components
The Level Plus®RefineME®liquid level transmitter consists of four
main components; a housing, outer pipe, float, and electronics.
Varying the components of the transmitter allows the transmitter to be
customized to almost any application.
Housings
Level Plus®RefineME®transmitters are available in three housing
configurations; NEMA Type 4X 316L stainless steel, single and dual-
cavity housings as shown below:
Fig. 1: NEMA Type 4X 316L stainless steel housing
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
A A
B B
C C
D D
REV ECO # DESCRIPTION
TITLE
SIZE DWG NO. REV
PRODUCT LINE
SCALE:
BY DATE
SHEET OF
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
TOLERANCES
0 PLACES
MM
1 PLACE
MM ANGLES
  
0.5 0.1
- THREAD DEPTHS ARE TO MIN. FULL THDS
- DRILL DEPTHS ARE TO FULL DIA.
- REMOVE BURRS AND SHARP EDGES
- DO NOT SCALE PRINT
- MACHINED SURFACE FINISH 3.2uM [125 uIn]
PROPRIETARY DATA
THE INFORMATION AND DESIGN(S) DISCLOSED
HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF MTS SYSTEMS
CORPORATION AND MAY NOT BE USED,
REPRODUCED OR DISCLOSED IN ANY FORM
EXCEPT AS GRANTED IN WRITING BY MTS
SYSTEMS CORPORATION. THIS RESTRICTION
EXCLUDES INFORMATION THAT IS IN THE
PUBLIC DOMAIN OR WAS LEGITIMATELY IN THE
PRIOR POSSESSION OF THE RECIPIENT.
mMTS SYSTEMS CORPORATION
SENSORS DIVISION
3001 SHELDON DRIVE, CARY, NC 27513
M E T R I C
FIRST
ANGLE CLL drawing
1 1
DRAWN BY:
114 mm
(4.5 in.)
127 mm
(5 in.)
124 mm
(4.9 in.)
132 mm
(5.2 in.)
87 mm
(3.4 in.)
109 mm
(4.3 in.)
75 mm
(3 in.)
206 mm
(8.1 in.)
127 mm
(5 in.)
117 mm
(4.6 in.)
145 mm
(5.7 in.)
Fig. 2: Single cavity housing
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
A A
B B
C C
D D
REV ECO # DESCRIPTION
TITLE
SIZE DWG NO. REV
PRODUCT LINE
SCALE:
BY DATE
SHEET OF
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
TOLERANCES
0 PLACES
MM
1 PLACE
MM ANGLES
  
0.5 0.1
- THREAD DEPTHS ARE TO MIN. FULL THDS
- DRILL DEPTHS ARE TO FULL DIA.
- REMOVE BURRS AND SHARP EDGES
- DO NOT SCALE PRINT
- MACHINED SURFACE FINISH 3.2uM [125 uIn]
PROPRIETARY DATA
THE INFORMATION AND DESIGN(S) DISCLOSED
HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF MTS SYSTEMS
CORPORATION AND MAY NOT BE USED,
REPRODUCED OR DISCLOSED IN ANY FORM
EXCEPT AS GRANTED IN WRITING BY MTS
SYSTEMS CORPORATION. THIS RESTRICTION
EXCLUDES INFORMATION THAT IS IN THE
PUBLIC DOMAIN OR WAS LEGITIMATELY IN THE
PRIOR POSSESSION OF THE RECIPIENT.
mMTS SYSTEMS CORPORATION
SENSORS DIVISION
3001 SHELDON DRIVE, CARY, NC 27513
M E T R I C
FIRST
ANGLE CLL drawing
1 1
DRAWN BY:
114 mm
(4.5 in.)
127 mm
(5 in.)
124 mm
(4.9 in.)
132 mm
(5.2 in.)
87 mm
(3.4 in.)
109 mm
(4.3 in.)
75 mm
(3 in.)
206 mm
(8.1 in.)
127 mm
(5 in.)
117 mm
(4.6 in.)
145 mm
(5.7 in.)
Fig. 3: Dual cavity housing
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
A A
B B
C C
D D
REV ECO # DESCRIPTION
TITLE
SIZE DWG NO. REV
PRODUCT LINE
SCALE:
BY DATE
SHEET OF
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
TOLERANCES
0 PLACES
MM
1 PLACE
MM ANGLES
  
0.5 0.1
- THREAD DEPTHS ARE TO MIN. FULL THDS
- DRILL DEPTHS ARE TO FULL DIA.
- REMOVE BURRS AND SHARP EDGES
- DO NOT SCALE PRINT
- MACHINED SURFACE FINISH 3.2uM [125 uIn]
PROPRIETARY DATA
THE INFORMATION AND DESIGN(S) DISCLOSED
HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF MTS SYSTEMS
CORPORATION AND MAY NOT BE USED,
REPRODUCED OR DISCLOSED IN ANY FORM
EXCEPT AS GRANTED IN WRITING BY MTS
SYSTEMS CORPORATION. THIS RESTRICTION
EXCLUDES INFORMATION THAT IS IN THE
PUBLIC DOMAIN OR WAS LEGITIMATELY IN THE
PRIOR POSSESSION OF THE RECIPIENT.
mMTS SYSTEMS CORPORATION
SENSORS DIVISION
3001 SHELDON DRIVE, CARY, NC 27513
M E T R I C
FIRST
ANGLE CLL drawing
1 1
DRAWN BY:
114 mm
(4.5 in.)
127 mm
(5 in.)
124 mm
(4.9 in.)
132 mm
(5.2 in.)
87 mm
(3.4 in.)
109 mm
(4.3 in.)
75 mm
(3 in.)
206 mm
(8.1 in.)
127 mm
(5 in.)
117 mm
(4.6 in.)
145 mm
(5.7 in.)
Outer pipe configurations
The outer pipe is constructed of a variety of configurations.
The RefineME®is available in a rigid pipe. For other pipe options
please consult other Temposonics options such as Tank Slayer®,
SoClean®.
Fig. 4: Stainless steel single cavity housing
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
A A
B B
C C
D D
TITLE
SIZE DWG NO. REV
PRODUCT LINE
SCALE: SHEET OF
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
TOLERANCES
0 PLACES
MM
1 PLACE
MM ANGLES
  
0.5 0.1
- THREAD DEPTHS ARE TO MIN. FULL THDS
- DRILL DEPTHS ARE TO FULL DIA.
- REMOVE BURRS AND SHARP EDGES
- DO NOT SCALE PRINT
- MACHINED SURFACE FINISH 3.2uM [125 uIn]
PROPRIETARY DATA
THE INFORMATION AND DESIGN(S) DISCLOSED
HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF MTS SYSTEMS
CORPORATION AND MAY NOT BE USED,
REPRODUCED OR DISCLOSED IN ANY FORM
EXCEPT AS GRANTED IN WRITING BY MTS
SYSTEMS CORPORATION. THIS RESTRICTION
EXCLUDES INFORMATION THAT IS IN THE
PUBLIC DOMAIN OR WAS LEGITIMATELY IN THE
PRIOR POSSESSION OF THE RECIPIENT.
mMTS SYSTEMS CORPORATION
SENSORS DIVISION
3001 SHELDON DRIVE, CARY, NC 27513
METRIC
FIRST
ANGLE C
1 1
DRAWN BY:
REV ECO# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
178 mm
(7 in.)
135 mm
(5.30 in.)
135 mm
(5.3 in.)
152 mm
(6 in.)
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
A A
B B
C C
D D
TITLE
SIZE DWG NO. REV
PRODUCT LINE
SCALE: SHEET OF
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
TOLERANCES
0 PLACES
MM
1 PLACE
MM ANGLES
  
0.5 0.1
- THREAD DEPTHS ARE TO MIN. FULL THDS
- DRILL DEPTHS ARE TO FULL DIA.
- REMOVE BURRS AND SHARP EDGES
- DO NOT SCALE PRINT
- MACHINED SURFACE FINISH 3.2uM [125 uIn]
PROPRIETARY DATA
THE INFORMATION AND DESIGN(S) DISCLOSED
HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF MTS SYSTEMS
CORPORATION AND MAY NOT BE USED,
REPRODUCED OR DISCLOSED IN ANY FORM
EXCEPT AS GRANTED IN WRITING BY MTS
SYSTEMS CORPORATION. THIS RESTRICTION
EXCLUDES INFORMATION THAT IS IN THE
PUBLIC DOMAIN OR WAS LEGITIMATELY IN THE
PRIOR POSSESSION OF THE RECIPIENT.
mMTS SYSTEMS CORPORATION
SENSORS DIVISION
3001 SHELDON DRIVE, CARY, NC 27513
METRIC
FIRST
ANGLE C
1 1
DRAWN BY:
REV ECO# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
178 mm
(7 in.)
135 mm
(5.30 in.)
135 mm
(5.3 in.)
152 mm
(6 in.)
Fig. 5: Outer pipe configuration
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
A A
B B
C C
D D
REV ECO # DESCRIPTION
TITLE
SIZE DWG NO. REV
PRODUCT LINE
SCALE:
BY DATE
SHEET OF
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
TOLERANCES
0 PLACES
MM
1 PLACE
MM ANGLES
  
0.5 0.1
- THREAD DEPTHS ARE TO MIN. FULL THDS
- DRILL DEPTHS ARE TO FULL DIA.
- REMOVE BURRS AND SHARP EDGES
- DO NOT SCALE PRINT
- MACHINED SURFACE FINISH 3.2uM [125 uIn]
PROPRIETARY DATA
THE INFORMATION AND DESIGN(S) DISCLOSED
HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF MTS SYSTEMS
CORPORATION AND MAY NOT BE USED,
REPRODUCED OR DISCLOSED IN ANY FORM
EXCEPT AS GRANTED IN WRITING BY MTS
SYSTEMS CORPORATION. THIS RESTRICTION
EXCLUDES INFORMATION THAT IS IN THE
PUBLIC DOMAIN OR WAS LEGITIMATELY IN THE
PRIOR POSSESSION OF THE RECIPIENT.
mMTS SYSTEMS CORPORATION
SENSORS DIVISION
3001 SHELDON DRIVE, CARY, NC 27513
METRIC
FIRST
ANGLE CMarketing
1 1
DRAWN BY:
***NO REVISIONS SHALL BE MADE WITHOUT THE NOTIFICATION TO APPROVAL AGENCY(S).***
Order length
Order Length
3/4 in NPT
Adjustable fitting
Pipe diameter
16mm (0.625 in)
Tip of transmitter
Tank Flange
(Provided by customer)
127 [5]
minimum
Tank Flange
1 in NPT or BSPP Adjustable
compression fitting, male
127mm [5 in ]
Order Length
Pipe diameter (0.625 in. dia)
constructed of 316l stainless steel
Sanitary process connection
(sanitary cap)
304.8 mm
(12 in.)

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RefineME®transmitters should be used with a float having an offset
weight and made of stainless steel or Nickel Alloy C-276. This allows
the float to stay in contact with the pipe to prevent the buildup of an
electrostatic charge. For detailed information about floats, refer to
the ‘Accessories Catalog’, (Part #551103).
Non-metallic floats with a projected surface area of less than 5,000 mm²
should only be used in Zone 0, Gas group IIA such as float part numbers
201643-2, 201649-2, 201650-2, 201109, 251115 and 251116.
All other non-metallic floats offered by Temposonics such as, 251939,
251119 and 251120 should not be used in a hazardous area application.
Internal electronics
All transmitters come with two electronic components of a sensing
element and a board set. Rigid sensing elements are standard on
RefineME®. Flexible sensing elements may be ordered on request.
The board set consists of up to three electronic boards and a display.
A temperature sensing function is optional with the RefineME®
transmitter. The temperature sensing device is a Digital Thermometer
mounted inside the transmitter’s outer pipe assembly. The RefineME®
can be ordered with 1, 5, 12, or 16 temperature points.
Display
All LP-Series liquid level transmitters are shipped with a stylus (
Part # 404108) to be used for manipulating the display. For single and
dual cavity housings, the stylus is designed to allow for programming
of the unit without removing the housing. When using the stylus make
sure to align the stylus with the shape outline around the buttons in
the same orientation. Failure to correctly align the stylus can cause the
display to not function properly. Password for entering the menu is
27513. For additional details consult the protocol specific Modbus
Interface Manual (Part #551700), DDA Interface Manual (Part
#551701), and HART®Interface Manual (Part #551702).
Accessories
Temposonics also offers a series of displays, housings, converters,
and other accessories, please refer to the ‘Accessories Catalog’
(Part #551103).
Floats
RefineME®transmitters offer numerous floats for different applications
such as stainless steel, 3-A sanitary, Nickel Alloy C-276, FEP and
Buna-N for both product level and interface level. To be able to
accurately detect the interface level there needs to be a difference of
at least 0.05 in specific gravities between the product and interface
liquids. For detailed information about floats, refer to the ‘Accessories
Catalog’, (Part # 551103).
For assistance with selecting a specific float for your application,
please contact Technical Support with the following information:
• Specific gravity of liquid(s) being measured
• Process temperature
• Process opening size
Fig. 6: Stylus (Part # 404108)
Fig. 7: Display
5.2 Accuracy
For magnetostrictive transmitters inherent accuracy is measured
in terms of non-linearity. Non-linearity is a measurement of any
imperfections in the waveguide that are reflected in the linearity of
the transmitter’s output. Temposonics tolerances reflect a maximum
non-linearity of ± 1mm. Temposonics is able to achieve such
strict tolerances by manufacturing all of its own waveguide from a
proprietary alloy and testing 100% of all transmitters before shipping.
5.3 Warranty
Important:
Contact Technical Support or Customer Service for assistance if
you suspect that the transmitter is not working correctly. Technical
support can assist you with troubleshooting, part replacement, and
Returned Material Authorization (RMA) information if required.

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All Level Plus®transmitters come with a two year limited warranty
from the factory shipment date. An additional extended warranty can
be purchased. A Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number is
required and must accompany any transmitter returns. Any unit that
was used in a process must be properly cleaned in accordance with
OSHA standards, before it is returned to the factory. A Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) must also accompany the transmitter that was
used in any process.
5.4 Storage
If storage is required prior to installation, store indoors in a dry
environment at ambient temperature range not to exceed −40 °C to
71°C (−40 °F to 160 °F).
5.5 CRN Specifications
Below are the pressure calculations of the pressure ratings for ANSI
Raised Face flanges available on the RefineME®level transmitter
according to flange size, material of construction, and CRN
calculations under ASME B31.3-2016.
Stainless Steel Material of Construction
RF Flange Rating Maximum Temperature
100°F 200°F 257°F
No Flange 1110 psig 76.5 bar - - 928 psig 64.0 bar
150# 275 psig 19.0 bar 235 psig 16.2 bar 223 psig 15.4 bar
300# 720 psig 49.6 bar 620 psig 42.7 bar 585 psig 40.3 bar
600# 1440 psig 99.3 bar 1240 psig 85.5 bar 1171 psig 80.7 bar
Nickel Alloy C-276 Material of Construction
RF Flange Rating Maximum Temperature
100°F 200°F 257°F
No Flange 1149 psig 79.2 bar - - 1149 psig 79.2 bar
150# 290 psig 20.0 bar 260 psig 17.9 bar 243 psig 16.8 bar
300# 750 psig 51.7 bar 750 psig 51.7 bar 739 psig 51.0 bar
600# 1500 psig 104.3 bar 1500 psig 103.4 bar 1474 psig 101.6 bar
Do note, that there are two pressure ratings on the RefineME®level
transmitter. One pressure rating is for use in hazardous areas and the
other pressure rating is for use in pressure vessels. Depending on the
application one, both, or neither rating may be needed. If installed in
a hazardous area then the maximum pressure rating to maintain the
hazardous area rating is 1000 psi (68.9 bar). If installed in a pressure
vessel then the calculations shown above must be followed. However,
if the pressure vessel is in a hazardous area then the hazardous area
maximum still applies.

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L P R
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p
aSensor model
LP R RefineME®Level Transmitter
b Output
MModbus
DDDA
UUSTDII Replacement
11 Loop with HART®
22 Loop with HART®
51 Loop with HART®and SIL 2
72 Loop with HART®and SIL 2 (loop 1 only)
d Electronics mounting
1Standard
f Materials of construction (Wetted parts)*
1316L stainless steel
3Nickel Alloy C-276
AFEP
e Sensor pipe
B5/8" OD Rigid Pipe
c Housing type
ANEMA housing w/cable
BNEMA housing w/terminal
CNEMA housing w/connector
DSingle cavity with display
EDual cavity with display
LSS single cavity w/display
g Process connection type
1NPT adjustable (¾ in. only)
2BSPP adjustable (¾ in. only)
6150 lb. welded RF ange
7300 lb. welded RF ange
8600 lb. welded RF ange
APN16, DIN 2572 welded ange
BPN40, DIN 2572 welded ange
CPN64, DIN 2572 welded ange
DPN100, DIN 2572 welded ange
h Process connection size
A¾ in. - NPT or BSPP only
D2 in. (DN50)
EDN65
F3 in. (DN80)
G4 in. (DN100)
H5 in. (DN125)
J6 in. (DN150)
XNone
i Number of Digital Thermometers (DT‘s)
0None
1One DT
55 DTs (Modbus or DDA)
KTwelve DTs (Modbus only)
MSixteen DTs (Modbus only)
j Digital Thermometer placement
FEvenly spaced per API
CCustom
XNone
*/ Note: Contact factory for other materials
5.6 Model number identification
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