OPTIWAVE 6400
Radar (FMCW) level transmitter for solids from granulates to rocks
- Continuous, non-contact level measurement in/on silos, stockpiles, conveyor belts etc.
- 24 GHz radar, Horn or Drop antennas
- Measuring range: 0…100 m / 328 ft
- -50…+130°C / +266°F; -1…16 barg / -14.5…232 psig
OPTIWAVE 6400 with DN150 / 6" PP Drop antenna and low-pressure flange connection
The OPTIWAVE 6400 is a 2-wire 24 GHz radar (FMCW) level transmitter for basic applications with solids. This radar is designed for continuous, non-contact level measurement of stones, plastic granulates, coffee beans and other products in solids processing of various industries. The level transmitter features a Metallic Horn antenna as well as PP and PTFE Drop antennas. The Drop antenna design minimises scaling and is unaffected by the angle of repose. Hence no need for expensive antenna aiming kits or purging systems.
The OPTIWAVE 6400 provides accurate and reliable readings, despite uneven product surfaces or dusty atmospheres. Due to its small beam angle and high dynamic range, the 24 GHz radar can measure distances up to 100 m / 328 ft. This makes it a cost-effective, yet more powerful alternative to pulse radar transmitters. It comes with approvals for hazardous areas and can be used to upgrade radars in basic applications requiring higher accuracy. The radar transmitter offers a large range of flange and thread connections including low-cost disc flanges for low-pressure applications. Optional antenna extensions can be selected to suit any nozzle length. It features extensive device diagnostics (acc. to NE 107) and HART®7 communication.
Product highlights
- 2-wire, loop-powered, with HART®7
- Built-in configurations for different surface profiles
- PP or PTFE Drop antennas:
- Insensitive to product build-up
- Small beam angle (4° with DN150 /6″ PTFE Drop antenna)
- Ellipsoidal shape and smooth surface to prevent scaling
- Unaffected by angle of repose – no need for antenna aiming kits
- New DN100 / 4" for distances up to 40 m / 131.2 ft
- 316L Metallic Horn antenna with optional purging system
- ±2 mm / ±0.08″ accuracy
- Spare converter compatible with all OPTIWAVE 6300 C process connections
- Low-cost 316L low-pressure flange discs
- Antenna extensions to suit any nozzle length
- Large choice of flange and thread connections
- Large, backlit LCD screen with 4-button keypad for operation with bar magnet; no need to open the housing cover
- PACTware™, HART® DD and DTM provided free of charge with full functionality
- SIL 2/3 certified for safety-related applications
- 3-year warranty
Typical applications
General
- Level measurement in/on buffer silos, hoppers, stockpiles, bulk storage containers, rock crushers, ore pass, conveyor belts etc.
- Processes with fast changing levels (≤60 m/min / 196.85 ft/min)
Minerals and mining industry
- Rock products of different sizes, e.g. stone, gravel, grid
- Aggregates, e.g. recycled concrete, slag
- Iron ore
- Coal, coke
- Limestone
- Salt chunks
Chemical industry
- Fertilisers
- Plastic shapes and granulates (PE, PP, PVC)
Food and beverage industry
- Cereals
- Coffee beans
- Dry yeast
- Pet food
Iron, steel and metal industry
- Iron ore (blast furnace)
Power industry
- Coke and coal
Pulp and paper industry
- Woodchips
Accessories for this product
OPTICHECK Master
Handheld for in-depth verification, device commissioning and monitoring
- On-site performance check and verification (level 0,1,2) without process interruption
- Convenient commissioning of field devices, e.g. zero calibration
- Detailed reports for proof test documentation of safety loops acc. to IEC 61508/61511, and for quality management systems (ISO 9001)
Slanted flange
Antenna aiming kit for OPTIWAVE 6400 and OPTIWAVE 6500 level transmitters
- With slight slope (2° angle) for antenna or lens adjustment
- To direct the beam angle of the radar into the optimal correct part of a silo
- Material: PP (max. +100°C / +212°F) or PTFE (max. +150°C / +392°F)
- Available in different sizes: DN80…150 / 3…8”
Wall-mounted bracket
Antenna aiming kit for OPTIWAVE level transmitters
- L-shaped bracket to attach radar level transmitters firmly to a wall
- Only suitable for radars with G1 or G1½ process connection
- Material: Stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L)
- Bracket length: 250mm / 9.84”
Hanging bracket
Antenna aiming kit for OPTIWAVE level transmitters
- Orientable bracket to position a radar level transmitter at any angle up to a 45° angle
- To direct the beam angle of the radar into the correct part of a tank, silo or stockpile
- Material: stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L)
- EPDM sleeve for increased grip of the radar
Orientation system
Antenna aiming kit for OPTIWAVE level transmitters
- Orientable system with low pressure flange disc
- To direct the beam angle of the radar into the optimal part of a tank, silo or stock pile
- Material: stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L)
- Various sizes for G1½, G3, 1½ NPT and 3 NPT process connections
Low pressure flange disc
Process connection for OPTIWAVE level transmitters
- Stainless steel disc to enable firm and even installation of level radars into onto tanks and silos
- Suitable for radars with G1, G1½, G3, 1 NPT, 1½ NPT or 3 NPT process connections
- Available in sizes DN50…DN200 / 2…8”
- Low pressure conditions only: max. 1 barg at 20°C / 14.50 psig at +68° F
Applications
General information
| Measurement principle | Radar |
| Level measurement type | Continuous measurement |
| Measured media | Bulk solids, Granulates, Solids |
| Contact to measured medium | No |
| Interface measurement | No |
| Measuring range (solids) | 0…100 m/ 0…328 ft |
| Process pressure | -1…16 barg/ -14.5…232 psig |
| Pressure ratings | EN (1092-1): PN40 ASME (B 16.5): Cl 300# JIS (B 2220): 10k |
| Process temperature | -50…+130°C/ -58…+266°F |
| Ambient temperature | -40…+80°C/ -40…+176°F |
| Wetted parts | Austenitic stainless steel (1.4404/316L), Polypropylene (PP), Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) |
| Gaskets | Ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM), Fluoroelastomer rubber (FKM/FPM), Kalrez® 6375 |
| Accuracy (solids) | ±2 mm/ ±0.08 in |
Approvals/Standards
| Certificates/Approvals Ex | ATEX, cQPSus, EAC Ex, IECEx, NEPSI |
| Certificates/Approvals Safety | SIL 2/3 |
| Certificates/Approvals Others | CRN / ASME B31.3, WHG |
| Ingress protection | IP66/68, NEMA4X/6P |
| NAMUR compliance | NE 107, NE 21, NE 43, NE 53 |
Communication
| Digital outputs | FOUNDATION™ fieldbus, HART®, Profibus-PA |
| Analogue outputs | 4…20 mA |
Process connections
| Flange connections | EN (1092-1): DN80…200 ASME (B 16.5): 3…8" JIS (B 2220): 80…200A |
| Thread connections | Male: G1, G1½″ 1 NPT, 1 ½ NPT |
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