Milltronics IQ Radar 160 Instruction Manual
33455500
Rev 1.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
About This Manual .................................................................................................5
About IQ Radar 160...............................................................................................6
SPECIFICATIONS
IQ Radar 160 ...........................................................................................................7
INSTALLATION
Location ....................................................................................................................9
Dimensions............................................................................................................ 1 0
Mounting................................................................................................................ 1 1
Flanged .........................................................................................................11
Extension Requirements........................................................................... 12
Rod Assembly .............................................................................................13
Interconnection ..................................................................................................14
Terminal Block Layout ...............................................................................14
Wiring............................................................................................................. 1 5
START UP
Overview ................................................................................................................17
Display and Keypad ............................................................................................ 1 9
Local Operation.................................................................................................... 20
Run Display ..................................................................................................20
Run Keypad ................................................................................................. 21
Program Display ..........................................................................................22
Program Keypad......................................................................................... 23
Local Programming .................................................................................... 24
OPERATION
Overview ................................................................................................................ 2 7
Transceiver ............................................................................................................ 28
Blanking ................................................................................................................. 29
Loss of Echo .........................................................................................................3 0
Analog Output...................................................................................................... 31
Programming............................................................................................... 31
Ru n................................................................................................................. 31
Fail-safe......................................................................................................... 32
Run / Program ......................................................................................................3 2
Application Example........................................................................................... 33
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION ...........................................................................................35
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................41
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................43
APPENDICES
Alphabetical Parameter List .............................................................................. 4 5
Programming Chart ........................................................................................... 46
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GENERAL INFORMATION
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
It is essential that this manual be referred to for proper installation and operation
of your IQ Radar 160.
GENERALLINFO. _
Installation
Start-up
Operation
Applications
Parameters
Troubleshooting
Appendices
gives you step-by-step direction for the installation and
interconnection of your IQ Radar 160.
instructs you in how to operate the keypad, program the unit
and read the display.
describes the operation of the IQ Radar 160, detailing the
interoperation of the salient features.
looks at the IQ Radar 160 from a practical point of view, using
a typical application example.
lists the parameters available to you, with a description of their
function and use. You are urged to read this section to
familiarize yourself with the parameters available to you and
get your IQ Radar 160 working to its fullest.
tabulates symptoms, causes and actions to common
installation and application problems that you might encounter.
Hopefully you will never have to read this section, but know it’s
there to help you.
what manual would be complete without one! Ours is an
alphabetical cross-reference of the parameters and their
numbers, and a record sheet for jotting down parameter
values. Handy indeed!
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ABOUT IQ RADAR 160
The IQ Radar 160 is to be used only in the manner outlined in this manual.
IQ Radar 160 is a versatile process material level monitoring instrument. Material
level measurement is achieved using advanced pulse radar techniques. The unit
consists of an electronic component coupled to the antenna.
GENERAL INFO.
IQ Radar 160 Features:
✓ ANSI, DIN flange or sanitary tri-clamp mounting
✓ corrosion-resistant construction, aluminum enclosure with stainless steel and
Teflon® wetted parts
✓ local display
✓ infrared keypad and Dolphin-compatible
IQ Radar 160 Applications:
✓ liquids, slurries
✓ process temperatures up to 200°C
✓ vacuum and pressurized vessels
IQ Radar 160 Approvals and Certificates
✓ safety and radio
® Teflon is a registered trademark of Du Pont.
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SPECIFICATIONS
IQ RADAR 160
Power: 100/115/200/230 ±15% V ac*, 50/60 Hz, 15 VA
*factory set – see device nameplate
Interface:
analog output: optically-isolated 0/4-20 mA into 750 Ω max,
0.02 mA resolution
Dolphin/RS-485 link: refer to Dolphin product specification
programmer link: infrared receiver (refer to P ro g rammer
specification below)
display (local): backlight , alphanumeric and multi -graphic liquid
crystal for readout and entry
SPECIFICATIONS _
Performance:
frequency: 5.8 GHz
accuracy: > ±0.3% of range (1 to 10 m)
range: 10 m
repeatability: 30 µW average
fail-safe: mA programmable high, low or hold
Mechanical:
enclosure (electronic):
resonator: plated aluminum
flange: 316 stainless steel, 150 psi ANSI, DIN PN16,
antenna:
construction: aluminum , epoxy coated
conduit: 2 x 1/2" NPT or PG 16 entry
ingress protection: Type 6 / NEMA 6 / IP-67
3" sanitary tri-clamp
type: dielectric rod
construction: Teflon
®
weight: 6.5 kg (14.3 lb) with 2"/150 psi ANSI flange,
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weight will vary with flange size and rating
Environmental:
location: indoor/outdoor
altitude: 2000 m max
ambient temperature: -20 to 60° C (-4 to 140° F)
relative humidity: suitable for outdoor
installation category: II
pollution degree: 4
Process:
material dielectric: εr > 4
temperature: -40 to 200°C (-40 to 392°F)
pressure (vessel): -100 kPa to 1000 kPa
SPECIFICATIONS _
Programmer (remote keypad):
enclosure: general purpose
ambient temperature: -20 to 50° C (-5 to 122° F)
interface: proprietary infrared pulse signal
power: 9V battery (ANSI/NEDA 1604, PP3 or equivalent
weight: 150 g (0.3 lb)
(Type 6/NEMA 6/IP 67 enclosure)
(-1 to 10 bar or -10 to 150 psi)
67 mm w x 100 mm h x 25 mm d
(2.6" w x 4" h x 1" d)
Approvals (refer to device nameplate ) :
safety: CSA
radio: BAPT, Transport Canada
NRTL/C
, CE
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INSTALLATION
LOCATION
Installation shall only be performed by qualified personnel
and in accordance with local governing regulations.
This product is susceptible to electrostatic shock.
Follow proper grounding procedures.
Do not mount in direct sunlight without the use of a sun shield.
INSTALLATION _
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DIMENSIONS
(
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(3.0")
(2.0")
(8.3")
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(
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(
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211 mm
50mm
136 mm
5.4"
75 mm
enclosure/
electronics
41 mm
1.6"
245 mm
9.6"
183 mm
7.2"
antenna
(resonator)
flange or
tri-clamp
antenna
(rod)
INSTALLATION _
412 mm ◊
(16.3")
* Flange thickness varies with size and rating. 25mm (1") nominal.
Check appropriate standard.
◊ Standard length, 50 and 100 mm (2” and 4") extensions available.
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MOUNTING
FLANGED
1/2" NPT
or PG 16
conduit entry
wiring
access
cover
tank
minimum
diameter
2" / DIN 50
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supplied ANSI, DIN flange or sanitary tri-clamp
customer flanged standpipe to suit
standpipe/vessel juncture
rod transition
For 2" or 3" / DIN 50 or DIN 80, the straight/taper transition of the rod should
extend past the standpipe/vessel opening. Add extensions as required.
For larger diameter standpipes, refer to Extension Requirements.
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MOUNTING (continued)
EXTENSION REQUIREMENTS
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MOUNTING (continued)
ROD ASSEMBLY
standard
rod
INSTALLATION _
50 mm
100 mm
extensions
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INTERCONNECTION
TERMINAL BLOCK LAYOUT
All field wiring must have insulation suitable for at least 250 V.
INSTALLATION _
– mA wiring, 14 – 20 AWG, copper wire, shielded
– RS-485, 14 – 20 AWG, copper wire, shielded
– Line, 12 – 14 AWG, copper wire
– Recommended torque on clamping screws, 0.5 – 0.6 Nm
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