Siemens Radar level transmitters / SITRANS LR250

7ML54310FC201DC0 (liquid,solids, and slurries.)

The Siemens SITRANS LR250 is a 2-wire, 25 GHz pulse radar level transmitter that works by emitting a focused microwave pulse from its antenna. The pulse travels to the liquid or slurry surface and reflects back to the antenna. By measuring the time it takes for the pulse to travel to the surface and return, the device calculates the distance to the material, and thus, its level. Its Process Intelligence signal processing and dynamic time-varying threshold (TVT) help it reliably measure level even with obstructions or varying process conditions.

How the SITRANS LR250 Works

1. Pulse Emission: The transmitter emits a narrow, high-frequency (25 GHz) microwave pulse in a focused beam towards the surface of the material in the vessel.
2. Reflection: When the microwave pulse strikes the surface of the liquid or slurry, it reflects back towards the antenna.
3. Signal Reception: The antenna receives the reflected pulse.
4. Time Measurement: The transmitter measures the exact time interval between the emission of the pulse and the reception of the reflected echo.
5. Distance Calculation: Based on the speed of light and the measured time, the LR250 calculates the distance to the material surface.
6. Level Determination: Knowing the total vessel height, the device determines the level of the material.

Key Features Supporting its Working Principle

• 25 GHz Frequency: The high frequency allows for a narrow beam, which reduces interference and enables the use of smaller antennas.
• Process Intelligence: This advanced echo processing technology uses a dynamic time-varying threshold (TVT) to adapt to changing process conditions, ensuring reliable measurements even with internal obstructions.
• Non-Contact Measurement: As a radar device, the LR250 is a non-contact transmitter, meaning it does not physically touch the process material, avoiding issues like membrane fouling associated with pressure transmitters.
• Diagnostic Support: The device features a graphical local user interface (LUI) that can display echo profiles, providing diagnostic information to support setup and operation.

 Full Datasheet

Transmitter & Antenna Feature  

• Manufacturer :  Siemens
• Product No. : 7ML54310FC201DC0
• SITRANS LR200 Radar level tr ansmitt er with PTFE rod:  7ML531 -Continuous, non-contact, 20 m (66 ft) range, for liquids and slurries.
• Process Connection and Antenna Material:  0 - 316L (1.4435 or 1.4404) stainless steel, PTFE emitter, FKM seal1)
• Process Connection Types (all types have TFM1600 PTFE lens): FC -  100A 10K JIS B 2220 flat face4)
• Communication/Output: 2  - 4 ... 20 mA, HART, start-up at < 3.6 mA
• Enclosure/Cable inlet : 0  - 2 x ½" NPT
• no action: 1  - none
• Antenna: D  - 4" horn (fits 4" ASME or DN 100 nozzles)
• Approvals: C - ATEX II 1G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga, ATEX II 1D Ex ia ta IIIC T100°C Da; UKEX II 1G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga,
• Pressure rating: 0  - Rating per Pressure/Temperature curves in manual

There are several Model of pressure transmitters, for more details read the PDF below 

Basic Ordering Information Transmitter

ABM Temperature -40°C to 80°C