Radar Level Sensor | Continuous Fluid Measurement | Hygienic Design | IP66/IP68 Rated | by SICK
The Radar Level Sensor is designed for continuous fluid measurement with high accuracy of ≤ 1 mm, making it ideal for hygienic applications in the food and beverage industry. With a measuring range of up to 25 meters and a robust design featuring an encapsulated antenna system, this sensor ensures reliable performance in harsh environments, including chemical and pharmaceutical processes.
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- Medium: Fluids
- Measurement: Continuous
- Probe type: Hygiene connection with encapsulated antenna system
- Frequency band: W-band (75 to 85 GHz)
- Measuring range: Up to 25 m
- Angle of dispersion: 6°
- Process pressure: -1 bar to 16 bar (-100 kPa to 1600 kPa)
- Process temperature: -40 °C to +200 °C
- Accuracy of sensor element: ≤ 1 mm
- Non-repeatability: ≤ 1 mm
- Digital measurement resolution: < 1 mm
- Analog measurement resolution: 0.3 µA
- Measurement cycle time: Approx. 700 ms
- Step response time: ≤ 3 s
- MTBF: 3.37 million hours
- Communication interface: HART
- Supply voltage: 12 V DC to 35 V DC
- Protection class: III (IEC 61010-1)
- Connection type: M20 x 1.5 / cable gland PA black (ø 5 mm - 9 mm)
- Output signal: 4 mA to 20 mA / HART
- Enclosure rating: IP66 / IP68
- EMC: EN 61326-1
- Short-circuit protection: Yes
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 150mm x 70mm x 70mm
- Weight: 2.5 kg
- Continuous measurement of fluids with high accuracy (≤ 1 mm).
- Hygiene connection with encapsulated antenna system for sanitary environments.
- W-band frequency operation within 75 to 85 GHz.
- Measuring range up to 25 meters.
- Bluetooth magnet pin operation for easy control and configuration.
- Installed display for real-time monitoring.
- ATEX II 1G, 1/2G, 2G Ex ia IIC T6 certified for hazardous areas.
- Robust aluminum single-chamber housing with PTFE sealing and antenna materials.
- High protection rating IP66 / IP68 suitable for harsh environments.
- HART communication interface with 4 mA to 20 mA output signal.
- Installation by qualified professionals is required to ensure compliance with safety standards and optimal sensor performance.
- Fluid level measurement in industrial processes
- Hygienic applications in food and beverage industry
- Process monitoring in chemical and pharmaceutical industries
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Non-contact measurement reduces contamination and waste.
- Durable design minimizes replacement frequency and electronic waste.
- Energy-efficient operation with low power consumption.
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
The SICK LFR-ACHCAJMHAKX radar sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for hygienic and industrial fluid level measurement applications.
