Gems Sensors & Controls UCL-520 Owner'S Manual Download Page 9

Step Fifteen

Step Fourteen

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+          -

DC Power

Supply

12-28 VDC

 

(+)

(-)

SHIELD

+         -

DC Power

Supply

12-28 VDC

 

TYpical PLC

6

5

4

3

2

1

0

A

(+)

(-)

Shield

WIRING

B. Wiring to a Typical PLC

A. Wiring to a Typical Two-Wire Loop Powered Indicator

A. Fitting Selection:

 

Check the transmitter part number to deter-

mine the required 2” fitting thread type. The transmitter is commonly 
installed in tank adapters, flanges, brackets or stand pipes. 

1. Adapter:

 

Select a tank adapter fitting with 

minimal height so as to ensure that the 
installed transducer will not be substantially 
elevated into the fitting. Avoid tank adapter 
styles with threads and/or pipe stops forward 
of the installed transducer. 

2. Flange:

 

Tall flanges with narrow risers 

impede the acoustic signal.  Select a fitting 
with the right riser height versus inner diam-
eter geometry.  The transmitter may be elevat-
ed up to 12” (30 cm) in a 6” (15 cm) riser, 8” 
(20 cm) in a 4” (10 cm) riser and 3” (7.6 cm) 
in a 2” (5 cm) riser. 

3. Stand Pipe:

 

A stand pipe may be used to 

dampen turbulence or separate surface foam. 
Select a minimum 3” pipe for the stand pipe.  

The pipe length should run the measure-
ment span.  Cut a 45° notch at the bot-
tom of the pipe and drill a 1/4” pressure 
equalization hole high in the dead band.

VACUUM

Do not install at 

angle relative 

to the liquid

Do not install 

within 3” of 

tank side wall

Do not install 

with objects 

in the beam

Do not install 

in applications 

with vacuum 

Dead Band

Ventilation
Hole

Operational Range

Highest 
Liquid Level

Lowest 
Liquid Level

3" Minimum
Diameter

 Warning

Gems ultrasonic transmitters have been optimized for use in 
non-metallic fittings.  Avoid the use of metal fittings.

Install the appropriate installation fitting. Make sure that the fit-
ting and transmitter threads are not damaged or worn. Install the 
transmitter with the included Viton mounting gasket. Hand 
tighten the transmitter within the fitting. Perform an installed 
leak test under normal process conditions prior to system start 
up.

Height

Inner Diameter

Adapter

Flange

Stand Pipe

Gasket

Riser

INSTALLATION

Summary of Contents for UCL-520

Page 1: ...d include original packing slip C O D returns are not accepted Gems reserves the right to apply restocking charges Gems further reserves the right to unilaterally waive this warranty and to dispose of...

Page 2: ...ut 4 20 mA two wire Signal invert 4 20 mA 20 4 mA Calibration Push button Fail safety Selectable 4 mA 20 mA 21 mA 22 mA or hold last value Process temp F 4 to 140 C 20 to 60 Temp comp Automatic Electr...

Page 3: ...iring and Electrical A supply voltage loop power of 12 28 VDC is used to power the UCL 520 transmitter The sensor circuit should never exceed a maximum of 28 volts DC Electrical wiring of the sensor s...

Page 4: ...ort period of time this message will disappear and be replaced by a numeric value B FULL Level has reached the programmed FULL set point C EMPTY Level has reached the programmed EMPTY set point D UNIT...

Page 5: ...POWER Displays the present acoustic power level AA MOUNT Displays either QUIET no fitting noise or NOISY potential fitting noise If NOISY with transmitter performance issues please contact Gems to di...

Page 6: ...MinR E Change Display Mode To change the display to indicate the height of liquid follow the instructions below 1 Press the SELECT FAST button and hold it for 5 seconds until PROG appears 2 When UNITS...

Page 7: ...LECT FAST button The dis play will rotate between HEIGHT FILL H and REV mA 3 When HEIGHT appears press the SELECT FAST button The display will show a decimal reading in the selected UNITS 4 Press the...

Page 8: ...ique that allows the user to enter the present distance from the transducer face to the liquid or a reflective target as the 20 mA FULL set point EMPTY Target calibration technique that allows the use...

Page 9: ...in a 2 5 cm riser 3 Stand Pipe A stand pipe may be used to dampen turbulence or separate surface foam Select a minimum 3 pipe for the stand pipe The pipe length should run the measure ment span Cut a...

Page 10: ...FAST SELECT FAST SELECT FAST TROUBLESHOOTING Transmitter UCL 520 4 mA Setting 26 2 8m 20 mA Setting 8 20 cm Factory Set Points Power Supply Power Supply 20 mA 4 mA mA 4 5 6 mA 19 20 21 Red Black Red...

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