Continuous level measurement

Used for monitoring dynamic processes

measure level within a specified range and
determine the exact amount of substance in a
certain place
the level of a medium in a tank is detected with
the help of different measuring methods and
converted into an electronic signal.

liquid

powders

medium
Bulk solids

pastes

 The level signal is either displayed directly

on site or incorporated into a process
control or management system
applications for continuous level
measurement are:
process tanks
Storage tanks in the process industry.

Magnetosrictive

Example of
Continuous Level
Measurement
Resistive Chain

Magneto Resistive

Magnetostric
tive

Permanent magnet is sealed

inside a float, that travels up
and down a stem which a
magnetostrictive wire is sealed.
High accuracy
the signal speed is known
process variables such as
temperature and pressure s not
affected by foam, beam
divergence, or false echoes
Suitable for liquids in storage
and shipping container.

Magneto Resistive

Resistive Chain

A permanent magnet pair It is closely spaced

is sealed inside the float
switches and resistors
arm pivot
are sealed.
As the flow move up the When the switches are
motion and location are
closed, the resistance is
transmitted as the
summed and converted
angular position of the
to current signals that
magnetic field.
are proportional to the

Mechanical Float Type Level

Measurement
A float is connected with a rod that is
mounted to a tank wall and linked to a
switch. As the level fluctuates, the switch
opens and closes accordingly
This device based on the fact that the float
rises as the liquid rises and vice versa

 A perforated stainless
steel tape connects the
float to a spring or
weight loaded drum that
rotates as floats moves
up or down
Can be adapted to
remote reading
capabilities by installing
a transmitter assembly

Tape Float
Most simple and direct
methods of float level
measurements
A tape connects to a float
on one end and to a
counterweight on the other
to keep the tape under
constant tension,
The level in the tank is
indicate results from the
float motion up and down
Standards float are normally
cylindrical for top-mounted
designs
Spherical or oblong for side
mounted designs

Advantages:
Simple to install
Inexpensive
Disadvantages:
Needed recalibration in case density of the
liquid change
- foreign material can buildup on the float,
thus impeding its reliable operation