Robust point level switch for bulk solids,
also for dust incendive hazard areas
Application
Soliphant T is a robust point level switch for silos with fine-grained or coarse-grained,
non-fluidised bulk solids.
The various designs means the device has a wide range of applications. Certificates are
also available for use in dust incendive hazard areas.
FTM20 compact design 250 mm (10 in) as vibrating rod for installation in any direction
FTM21 vibrating rod with extension pipe 500 mm, 1000 mm, 1500 mm (20 in, 40 in, 60 in)
Measuring principleA piezoelectric drive excites the vibrating rod of Soliphant T FTM20, FTM21 to its resonance frequency.
If medium covers the vibrating rod, the rod's vibrating amplitude changes (the vibration is damped).
Soliphant's electronics compare the actual amplitude with a target value and indicates whether the vibrating
rod is vibrating freely or whether it is covered by medium.
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A = amplitude
Measuring systemSoliphant T is a compact electronic switch.
Thus, the entire measuring system only consists of:
• Soliphant T FTM20 or FTM21 with FEM22 or FEM24 electronic insert
• a supply point and
• the connected control systems, switching units, signalling systems (e.g. lamps, horns, PCS, PLC, etc.)
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Cable specifications
Use a shielded cable in the event of strong electromagnetic radiation.
Temperature resistanceThe connecting cables must withstand an ambient temperature of +20 K.
Cable entriesM20x1.5 (cable gland); NPT ½; G ½
Input
Measured variableLevel (according to the mounting location and the overall length)
Soliphant T FTM20, FTM21
Measuring range
(application)
Input signalProbes covered => small amplitude
Measuring frequency700...800 Hz
The measuring range depends on the mounting location of Soliphant T and the length of the pipe extension
selected. The pipe extension is available in the following lengths: 500 mm, 1000 mm, 1500 mm (20 in, 40 in,
60 in).
Probe not covered => large amplitude
Output
Galvanic isolationFEM22:
Between sensor and power supply
FEM24:
Between sensor, power supply and load
Switch behaviourBinary
Power-on behaviourWhen switching on the power supply the output is set to "signal on alarm".
After a maximum of 3 s it switches to the correct output signal.
Fail-safe modeMinimum/maximum quiescent current safety can be switched at electronic insert
MAX = maximum safety:
When the vibrating rod is covered, the output switches in the direction of the signal on alarm
Used for overfill protection for example
MIN = minimum safety:
When the vibrating rod becomes exposed, the output switches in the direction of the signal on alarm
Used for empty running protection for example
Switching delay0.5 s when the sensor is covered
1 s when the sensor is exposed
Ex specificationsFEM22, FEM24:
– Explosion protection for explosive dust-air mixtures:
Dust-Ex, DIP
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Soliphant T FTM20, FTM21
1 2 3
L+ L–
(+)
–
F
0.5 A
R
FEM22
U – 10 V…45 V(DC)
…
PE (Ground)
Relais,
PLC, ...
MAX
MIN
L+ +
1 3
L+ +
1 3
1 3
1 3
I
L
I
L
< 100 μA
< 100 μA
FEM22 electronic insert (DC PNP)
Power supplyVoltage DC: 10…45 V
Ripple max. 5 V, 0…400 Hz
Current consumption max. 18 mA
Power consumption max. 0.81 W
Reverse polarity protection
Separation voltage: 2.2 kV
FEM22 overvoltage protection: overvoltage category II
Electrical connectionThree-wire direct current connection
Preferred in conjunction with programmable logic controllers (PLC),
DI modules as per EN 61131-2.
Positive signal at electronics switch output (PNP);
Output blocked at point level.
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Output signal
IL
= Load current
Fail-safe
mode
LevelOutput signalLEDs
green yellow
(switched through)
< 100 μA
= Residual current
(blocked)
= Lit
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= Not lit
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Signal on alarmOutput signal on power failure or in the event of device failure: < 100 μA
Connectable load• Load switched via transistor and separate PNP connection
• Load current: max. 45 V (cyclical overload and short-circuit protection),
continuous max. 350 mA
• Capacitive load: max. 0.5 μF for 45 V, max. 1.0 μF for 24 V
• Residual voltage: < 3 V (for transistor switched through)
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FEM24 electronic insert (AC/DC with relay output)
*
U~ 19…253 VU– 19… 55 V(AC)(DC)
…
…
L1
L+
a
NO
a
NO
u
C
u
C
r
NC
r
NC
**
NL–PE
(Ground)
F
0.5 A
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FEM24
**
MAX
MIN
354
354
687
687
354
354
687
687
Power supplyAlternating voltage AC: 19…253 V, 50/60 Hz or DC voltage 19…55 V
Power consumption max. 1.3 W
Reverse polarity protection
Separation voltage: 2.2 kV
FEM24 overvoltage protection: overvoltage category II
Electrical connectionUniversal current connection with relay output
Power supply:
Please note the different voltage ranges
for AC and DC.
Output:
When connecting a device with
high inductance, provide a spark arrester
to protect the relay contact.
A fine-wire fuse (depending on the
load connected) protects the relay
contact in the event of a short-circuit.
Both relay contacts switch simultaneously.
DPDT (double pole double throw)
Soliphant T FTM20, FTM21
* When jumpered, the
relay output works with NPN logic.
** See below "Connectable load"
Note!
Please note the different voltage ranges for direct and
alternating current.
Output signal
Fail-safe
LevelOutput signalLEDs
mode
= Relay energised
= Relay de-energised
= Lit
= Not lit
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Signal on alarmOutput signal in event of power failure: relay de-energised
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green yellow
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Connectable load• Loads switched via 2 floating change-over contacts.
• I~ max. 6 A, U~ max. 253 V; P~ max. 1500 VA, cos = 1, P~ max. 750 VA, cos > 0.7;
• I- max. 6 A to 30 V, I- max. 0.2 A to 125 V.
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• The following applies when connecting a functional extra-low voltage circuit with double insulation as per
IEC 1010: Sum of voltages of relay output and power supply max. 300 V
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Soliphant T FTM20, FTM21
**
*
Operating conditions
Installation instructionsMounting location
e.g. storage or buffer container
Orientation
Horizontal installation/vertical installation
* With protective cover (to be provided by customer)
** With protecting tube (to be provided by customer)
Environment
Ambient temperature range–40...70 °C (-40...158 °F)
Storage temperature–40...85 °C (-40...185 °F)
Climate classClimatic protection as per DIN IEC 68 Part 2-38, Fig. 2a
The switch settings in the following graphics are in the as-delivered state.
FEM22
One green LED: operation
One yellow LED: electronic switch closed
FEM24
One green LED: operation
One yellow LED: contact closed
(relay energised or fed with current)
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Soliphant T FTM20, FTM21
MAX
MIN
HO
2
Operating elements of
electronic inserts
FEM22 and FEM24
(factory setting)
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One switch for safety mode
MAX Overfill protection
MIN Dry running protection
One switch for bulk density/density setting
400 g/l (high bulk density)
200 g/l (low bulk density)
Sediment detection Detection of solids under water
The system does not detect coverage by liquids
similar to water.
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Certificates and approvals
Soliphant T FTM20, FTM21
CE mark,
declaration of conformity
Ex approvalYour Endress+Hauser sales centre can provide you with information on the Ex versions which can currently
Type of protectionSee "Ordering information" as of Page 13 and "Supplementary documentation" on Page 15.
Other standards and
guidelines
Pressure Equipment Directive
2014/68/EU (PED)
The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EC Directives. These are listed in
the corresponding EC Declaration of Conformity along with the standards applied.
Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark.
be delivered.
All explosion protection data are given in a separate documentation (see "Supplementary Documentation")
which is available upon request.
Copies of certificates available upon request.
Other standards and guidelines that were taken into consideration in designing and developing Soliphant T
FTM20, FTM21:
• Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)
• DIN EN 61010 Part 1, 2001
Protection Measures for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, Regulation and Laboratory
Procedures
Part 1: General requirements
• EN 61326
Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use
EMC requirements
Pressure instruments with permitted pressure ≤ 200 bar (2 900 psi)
Pressure instruments with permitted pressure ≤ 200 bar (2 900 psi) Pressure instruments with a
flange and threaded boss that do not have a pressure-bearing housing do not fall within the scope of
the Pressure Equipment Directive, irrespective of the maximum permitted pressure.
Reason:
According to Article 2, point 5 of EU Directive 2014/68/EU, pressure accessories are defined as
"devices with an operational function and having pressure-bearing housings".
If a pressure instrument does not have a pressure-bearing housing (no identifiable pressure chamber
of its own), there is no pressure accessory present within the meaning of the Directive.
Note:
A separate analysis must be performed for pressure instruments that are part of safety equipment
designed to protect a pipe or vessel from exceeding allowable limits (safety accessory in accordance
with Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU, Article 2, point 4).
RCM-tick markThe product or measuring system supplied complies with the regulations of the Australian
Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) for network integrity, performance characteristics and
health and safety requirements. The specifications for electromagnetic compatibility, in particular, are
observed. The products bear the RCM-tick mark on their nameplate.
EAC conformityThe measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EAC Directives.
These are listed in the corresponding EAC Declaration of Conformity along with the standards applied.
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Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the EAC mark.
RoHSThe measuring system complies with the substance restrictions of the EU Directive on the restriction
of the use of certain hazardous substances 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2).
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Soliphant T FTM20, FTM21
Ordering information
Soliphant T FTM20
10Approval
A Non-hazardous area
CCSA General Purpose, CSA C US
DCSA DIP+FM DIP
YSpecial version
4ATEX II 1/3 D
20Process connection
A Thread, DIN2999R1,316L
GThread, DIN2999R1½,316L
M Thread, ANSINPT1¼,316L
N Thread, ANSINPT1½,316L
YSpecial version
30Electronics; output
2FEM22:3-wire PNP,10...45 V DC
4FEM24:Relay DPDT,19...253 V AC / 55 V DC
8FEM20B ASI Bus
9Special version