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Emerson has announced that the Rosemount 5300 Guided Wave Radar (GWR) and 5400 Non-Contacting Radar level transmitters have been tested in accordance with Namur NE 95 recommendations. The devices are included in the Namur database as approved devices. The Rosemount transmitters successfully passed a range of third-party tests to determine whether their design and features complied with manufacturer's specifications, that they meet the requirements of any relevant standards and regulations, and that the equipment is suited for its intended use.  Namur NE95 also includes testing for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) in accordance with Namur NE21 Version 22.09.2007 - Electromagnetic compatibility of industrial-process and laboratory equipment and IEC/EN 61326. Namur NE 95 approval has been granted on the Hart and Foundation fieldbus versions of the Rosemount 5300 and 5400 transmitters. All Namur-qualified products, including those qualified to NE 95, are listed in the Namur databa...

Emerson Process Management has enhanced the single probe offering of its Rosemount 5300 Series guided wave radar (GWR), extending its use into even more applications. The new options include a thicker rod for longer measurement lengths and a Hastelloy C-276 probe and wetted parts for applications in corrosive, hot and high-pressure environments. The Rosemount 5300 Series features the company's patented Direct Switch Technology (DST), which makes it possible to use a single lead probe in more challenging applications. Combining the single lead probe with DST provides an accurate, reliable level measurement on low dielectric media and long measuring ranges, even for viscous media, according to Emerson. The single lead probe offers benefits over the coaxial or twin lead probes traditionally used for these applications, since the design is not susceptible to coating problems when used with viscous media. The new, thicker 13mm probe is designed for an extended measurement range and is ...

Endress And Hauser is offering the Micropilot M FMR245 radar for accurate and reliable level monitoring of solid and liquid applications. Suitable for continuous non-contact level monitoring, the radar is claimed to deliver high measurement integrity even in demanding applications involving dust, build-up formation and aggressive or corrosive environments. Signal performance has been enhanced, further extending the application scope of this 26Hz level radar. In addition to the process seal, the device features an optional glass gas-tight feed-through between the antenna and the electronics, which stops toxic or aggressive media penetrating the electronics compartment, guaranteeing optimum safety in extreme conditions, according to the company. Its improved antenna design enables applications up to 200C. Its one-piece solid PTFE antenna is adapted to the signal, which inhibits hollow spaces or joints, thus preventing condensation within the antenna and improving process reliability...