WIKA · Level measurement · Family RLT
Reed-chain level sensor
For industrial applications, plastic version
Range
0.15…1.5 m
Output
Resistance 3-wire potentiomet…
Accuracy
3 mm to 24 mm
Protection
IP65
RoHSEU Declaration of ConformityEMC Directive EN 61326China RoHS
Price
On request
Depends on configuration
Description
The model RLT-2000 level sensor has been developed for measuring the level of liquids.
Special features
- Media compatibility: aqueous media and corrosive liquids
- Wetted parts: PP or PVDF
- Output signal: Resistance in a 3-wire potentiometer circuit, current output 4 ... 20 mA
- Accuracy, resolution: 24 mm [0.9 in], 12 mm [0.5 in], 10 mm [0.4 in], 6 mm [0.2 in] or 3 mm [0.1 in]
Identification
| Model | RLT-2000 |
| Product family | RLT |
| Subcategory | Float level sensor |
Measuring range
| Level ranges | 0.15…1.5 m |
Process conditions
| Process connection | G1½ from outsideG2 from outsideG⅜ from insideG½ from inside |
| Process temperature | −30…+120 °C |
| Max process pressure | 3 bar |
| Measurement technology | float |
Electrical characteristics
| Output signal | Resistance 3-wire potentiometer · 4...20 mA |
| Power supply | DC 12...32 V |
| Electrical connection | Angular connector DIN 175301-803 A, Cable outlet, Connection housing |
Materials
| Wetted parts material | PP, PVDF |
Operating environment
| Ambient temperature | −30…+80 °C |
| IP rating | IP65 |
Certifications and approvals
| Certifications | RoHSEU Declaration of ConformityEMC Directive EN 61326China RoHS |
Tables from datasheet
Level sensor, model RLT-2000
| Measuring principle | Reed-chain technology with optional analogue amplifier | |
|---|---|---|
| Measuring rangeM | The measuring range is determined from the selected guide tube length L and the position of the 100 %mark. For dimensions see drawing | |
| Guide tube length L | 150 ... 1,500 mm[6 ... 59 in] | |
| Output signal | ■ Variable resistance The overall resistance of the reed chain is approx. 1 ... 10 kΩ, depending on the measuring range Max. voltage < DC 40V ■ Current output, 4 ... 20 mA, 2-wire Power supply:DC 12 ...32V Load in Ω: ≤ (power supply - 12 V) / 0.02 A | |
| Accuracy, resolution | ■ 24 mm[0.9 in] 1) ■ 12 mm[0.5 in] 1) ■ 10 mm[0.4 in] 2) ■ 6 mm[0.2 in] 1) ■ 3 mm[0.1 in] 1) | |
| Mounting position | Vertical ±30° | |
| Process connection | ■ G1½, installation from outside 3) ■ G2, installation from outside ■ G⅜, installation from inside 4) ■ G½, installation from inside 4) | |
| Material ■ Wetted ■ Non-wetted | Process connection, guide tube: PP, PVDF (option) Case: PP, PVDF (option) | Float:See table page 3 Electrical connection:See table below |
| Permissible temperatures ■ Medium ■ Ambient ■ Storage | PP version -10 …+80 °C [14 …176 °F] -10 …+80 °C [14 …176 °F] -10 …+80 °C [14 …176 °F] | PVDF version (option) -10 …+80 °C [14 …176 °F], option: -30 …+120 °C [-22 …+248 °F] 5) -30 …+80 °C [-22 …+176 °F] -30 …+80 °C [-22 …+176 °F] |
| Electrical connections 6) | Ingress protection 7) | Material | Cable length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angular connector DIN 175301-803 A | IP65 | PA | - |
| Cable outlet | IP67 | PVC | ■ 2 m[6.5 ft] ■ 5 m[16.4 |
| Cable outlet | IP67 | Silicone | ft] other lengths on request |
| Connection housing Dimensions: 80 x 82x55mm [3.1 x 3.2 x 2.2 in] For cable diameter: 5 ...10mm [0.2 ... 0.4 in] | IP66 | Polycarbonate, glands from polyamide, brass, stainless steel | - |
| Float | Form | Outer diameter∅D | Height H | Operating pressure | Medium temperature | Density | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cylinder 8) | 44 mm[1.7 in] 44 mm[1.7 in] | ≤ 3 bar [≤ 43.5 psi] | ≤ 80 °C [≤ 176 °F] | ≥ 500 kg/m³ [31.2 lbs/ft³] | PP | ||
| H | Cylinder 9) | 55 mm[2.2 in] | 55 mm[2.2 in] | ≤ 3 bar [≤ 43.5 psi] | ≤ 80 °C [≤ 176 °F] | ≥ 500 kg/m³ [31.2 lbs/ft³] | PP |
| ∅D | Cylinder 9) | 55 mm[2.2 in] | 65 mm[2.6 in] | ≤ 3 bar [≤ 43.5 psi] | ≤ 120 °C [≤ 248 °F] | ≥ 850 kg/m³ [53.1 lbs/ft³] | PVDF |
Angular connector DIN 175301-803 A
| Variable resistance | Current output, 4 ... 20 mA, 2-wire | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall resistance | Pin 2 / 3 | U+ | Pin 1 | |
| 100 ...0% | Pin 1 / 3 | U- | Pin 2 | |
| 0 ...100% | Pin 1 / 2 |
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Polycarbonate case
| Variable resistance | Current output, 4 ... 20 mA, 2-wire | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall resistance | TerminalW1/W3 | U+ | Terminal U+ | |
| 100 ...0% | TerminalW1/W2 | U- | Terminal U- | |
| 0 ...100% | TerminalW2/W3 |
Electrical safety
| Reverse polarity protection | U+ vs. U- |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage protection | DC 40V |
| Process connection | Outer diameter float∅D | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ∅44 mm[1.7 in] | ∅55 mm[2.2 in] | ∅55 mmPVDF [2.2 in] | |
| G 1 ½(from outside) | 45 mm[1.8 in] | - | - |
| G 2 (from outside) | - | 55 mm[2.2 in] | 65 mm[2.6 in] |
| G ⅜B(from inside) | 50 mm[2.0 in] | 55 mm[2.2 in] | 60 mm[2.4 in] |
| G ½B(from inside) | 50 mm[2.0 in] | 55 mm[2.2 in] | 60 mm[2.4 in] |
| Dead band | Outer diameter float∅D | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ∅44 mm[1.7 in] | ∅55 mm[2.2 in] | ∅55 mmPVDF [2.2 in] | |
| T | 40 mm[1.6 in] | 45 mm[1.8 in] | 55 mm[2.2 in] |
| G | L 1 | Spanner width |
|---|---|---|
| G1½ | 16 mm[0.63 in] | 30 mm[1.2 in] |
| G2 | 20 mm[0.79 in] | 36 mm[1.4 in] |
| Logo | Description | Country |
|---|---|---|
| EU declaration of conformity ■ EMCdirective EN 61326 emission (group 1, class B) and interference immunity (industrial application) ■ RoHS directive | European Union |
| Logo | Description |
|---|---|
| - | China RoHS directive |
| Replaced model | Current model | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MG01 | RLT-1000 | Level sensor, stainless steel, terminal housing |
| MG02 | RLT-1000 | Level sensor, stainless steel, cable outlet |
| MG03 | RLT-1000 | Level sensor, stainless steel, connector |
| MG05 | RLT-2000 | Level sensor, plastic, terminal housing |
| MG06 | RLT-2000 | Level sensor, plastic, cable outlet |
| MG07 | RLT-2000 | Level sensor, plastic, connector |
| MG09 | RLT-1000 | Level sensor, stainless steel, terminal housing, accuracy/resolution 3 or6mm |
| MG10 | RLT-1000 | Level sensor, stainless steel, connector, accuracy/resolution 3 or6mm |
| MG11 | RLT-2000 | Level sensor, plastic, terminal housing, accuracy/resolution 3 or6mm |
| MG12 | RLT-2000 | Level sensor, plastic, connector, accuracy/resolution 3 or6mm |
| MG13 | RLT-1000 | Compact level sensor, stainless steel, terminal housing |
| MG14 | RLT-1000 | Compact level sensor, stainless steel, connector |
| TN 200 | RLT-3000 | Level sensor, stainless steel, 4 …20mAtemperature output signal |
| TN 240 | RLT-3000 | Level sensor, stainless steel, Pt100 temperature output signal |
Industry
Machinery
Level measurement of liquids in machine building
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