How does a capacitive fuel sensor work?
By placing non-conductive material between the electrodes, the ability for the capacitor to store energy increases and so the capacitance increases. As a dielectric liquid is introduced between the electrodes of the capacitor, the capacitance changes proportionately and liquid level can be determined.
What is the range of radar type level detector?
Radar level transmitters provide non-contact type of level measurement in case of liquids in a metal tank. They make use of EM i.e. electromagnetic waves usually in the microwave X-band range which is near about 10 GHz.
Are silos still used?
Silos are rarely erected today. Farmers are looking for faster feeding and environmentally beneficial storage methods. They are moving towards bunker silos or flat storage rather than tower storage.
How old is silo?
A single silo stored from 60 to 80 tons of wheat, which, with proper precautions, kept in good condition for four years or more. The first modern silo, a wooden and upright one filled with grain, was invented and built in 1873 by Fred Hatch of McHenry County, Illinois, USA.
How does the LCDM silo level sensor work?
Where bin level radar can be affected by dust and ultrasonic sensors by moisture, the LCDM silo level sensor uses a wireless laser for accurate readings at depths of up to 197 feet.
How does silo radar level measurement work?
Silo radar level measurement uses a pulse generator and a grain bin fill sensor to determine the level of solids present in the silo. The pulse is transmitted down a contact cable or rod, then returns when it encounters the change in dielectric marked by the shift from air to the grain.
How much weight can a bin level sensor detect?
This bin level sensor will detect materials as low in density as five pounds per cubic foot and as high as 100 pounds per cubic foot. You can mount this bin to the top of your silo and extend the shaft down into the silo to your preferred high-level detection point.
What is the best level sensor for grain bins?
Our blue level sensor for grain bins is the ideal solution for an operation with any material that’s free-flowing and dry, like grains and powders. This bin level sensor will detect materials as low in density as five pounds per cubic foot and as high as 100 pounds per cubic foot.