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Transducers 
Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E43390688-AC 

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Table of contents 

 

 

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 5 

1.1 

Purpose of this documentation ............................................................................................ 5 

1.2 

Checking the consignment ................................................................................................... 5 

1.3 

Security information ............................................................................................................ 6 

1.4 

Transportation and storage .................................................................................................. 6 

1.5 

Notes on warranty ............................................................................................................... 7 

1.6 

About Siemens' Transducers................................................................................................. 7 

Safety notes ......................................................................................................................................... 10 

2.1 

Preconditions for use ......................................................................................................... 10 

2.1.1 

Warning symbols on device ................................................................................................ 10 

2.1.2 

Laws and directives ............................................................................................................ 10 

2.1.3 

Improper device modifications ........................................................................................... 11 

2.1.4 

Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................. 11 

2.2 

Use in hazardous areas ...................................................................................................... 12 

2.3 

Requirements for special applications ................................................................................. 13 

Installing/mounting ............................................................................................................................. 14 

3.1 

Basic safety notes .............................................................................................................. 14 

3.1.1 

Installation location requirements ...................................................................................... 16 

3.1.1.1 

Insufficient air supply ......................................................................................................... 16 

3.1.2 

Proper mounting ............................................................................................................... 17 

3.2 

Disassembly ....................................................................................................................... 17 

3.3 

Outline and Dimensions ..................................................................................................... 18 

3.3.1 

XPS Transducers ................................................................................................................ 18 

3.3.2 

XRS-5 ................................................................................................................................ 19 

3.3.3 

ST-H .................................................................................................................................. 20 

3.4 

Mounting .......................................................................................................................... 21 

3.4.1 

Solids applications ............................................................................................................. 21 

3.4.2 

Liquids applications ........................................................................................................... 22 

3.4.2.1 

XPS Transducers ................................................................................................................ 22 

3.4.2.2 

XRS-5 ................................................................................................................................ 25 

3.4.2.3 

ST-H .................................................................................................................................. 28 

Summary of Contents for SITRANS L 7ML1100

Page 1: ... XRS 5C Transducer 7ML1106 Echomax XRS 5 Transducer 7ML1115 Echomax XPS 10 Transducer 7ML1118 Echomax XPS 15 Transducer 7ML1123 Echomax XPS 30 Transducer 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC Introduction 1 Safety notes 2 Installing mounting 3 Connecting 4 Technical specifications 5 Applications A Certificates B Product documentation and support C ...

Page 2: ...ated only by personnel qualified for the specific task in accordance with the relevant documentation in particular its warning notices and safety instructions Qualified personnel are those who based on their training and experience are capable of identifying risks and avoiding potential hazards when working with these products systems Proper use of Siemens products Note the following WARNING Sieme...

Page 3: ...10 2 1 2 Laws and directives 10 2 1 3 Improper device modifications 11 2 1 4 Safety Precautions 11 2 2 Use in hazardous areas 12 2 3 Requirements for special applications 13 3 Installing mounting 14 3 1 Basic safety notes 14 3 1 1 Installation location requirements 16 3 1 1 1 Insufficient air supply 16 3 1 2 Proper mounting 17 3 2 Disassembly 17 3 3 Outline and Dimensions 18 3 3 1 XPS Transducers ...

Page 4: ... Technical specifications 38 5 1 Specifications 38 A Applications 40 A 1 Liquids applications 40 A 1 1 Stilling well with standpipe 40 A 1 2 Submergence 41 A 1 3 Standpipes 42 A 1 4 Volume 44 A 1 5 Water wastewater 45 A 2 Solids applications 46 A 2 1 Typical 46 A 2 2 Special 49 B Certificates 51 B 1 Wiring setups for hazardous area installations 51 B 2 Instructions specific to hazardous area insta...

Page 5: ... operation The instructions are aimed at persons who install and commission the device To realize optimum performance from the device read the complete operating instructions 1 2 Checking the consignment 1 Check the packaging and the delivered items for visible damages 2 Report any claims for damages immediately to the shipping company 3 Retain damaged parts for clarification 4 Check the scope of ...

Page 6: ...curity Siemens products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure Siemens strongly recommends to apply product updates as soon as available and to always use the latest product versions Use of product versions that are no longer supported and failure to apply latest updates may increase customer s exposure to cyber threats To stay informed about product updates subscrib...

Page 7: ... course of further development 1 6 About Siemens Transducers Note This product is intended for use in industrial areas Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference to several frequency based communications The transducers operate in association with Siemens ultrasonic level monitoring products by converting electrical pulses that are provided by the transceiver into ult...

Page 8: ...ound beam centered about the axis of transmission is established The diametric measurement of the cone in degrees defines the beam angle Impedance matching techniques are used to optimize the transfer of power from the transducer into air and vice versa All transducers incorporate an integral temperature sensor that reports the air temperature at the transducer to the transceiver The connection is...

Page 9: ...t seal Explosion proof conduit seal1 Transducer Transducer face 3 db boundary Axis of transmission2 1 Optional 2 Perpendicular to Transducer face Note Use in hazardous areas The XPS 15F and XRS 5C already have a built in explosion proof conduit seal All other transducers may need the optional explosion proof conduit seal for use in hazardous areas according to local codes and guidelines ...

Page 10: ...ot remove any information or symbols from the device Always keep the information and symbols in a completely legible state 2 1 1 Warning symbols on device Symbol Explanation Consult operating instructions 2 1 2 Laws and directives Observe the safety rules provisions and laws applicable in your country during connection assembly and operation These include for example National Electrical Code NEC N...

Page 11: ...part design molded in PVDF or ETFE with internal parts potted in epoxy The joint between the upper and lower sections is not a hermetic seal The structural integrity of the transducer will be compromised if the joint is exposed to an environment that attacks epoxy As a result the top section will separate from the main body of the transducer For environments that are compatible with PVDF or ETFE b...

Page 12: ... must have the following specific qualifications They are authorized trained or instructed in operating and maintaining devices and systems according to the safety regulations for electrical circuits high pressures aggressive and hazardous media They are authorized trained or instructed in carrying out work on electrical circuits for hazardous systems They are trained or instructed in maintenance ...

Page 13: ... under special ambient conditions We highly recommend that you contact your Siemens representative or our application department before you operate the device under special ambient conditions as can be encountered in nuclear power plants or when the device is used for research and development purposes Note Operation under special atmospheric conditions Ultrasonic measurement requires that the soun...

Page 14: ...ium Ensure that the material of the device parts wetted by the process medium is suitable for the medium Refer to the information in Technical specifications Page 38 Note Material compatibility Siemens can provide you with support concerning selection of sensor components wetted by process media However you are responsible for the selection of components Siemens accepts no liability for faults or ...

Page 15: ...ice is not exceeded Refer to the information on the nameplate and or in Technical specifications Page 38 CAUTION Hot surfaces resulting from hot process media Risk of burns resulting from surface temperatures above 65 C 149 F Take appropriate protective measures for example contact protection Make sure that protective measures do not cause the maximum permissible ambient temperature to be exceeded...

Page 16: ...formation in the section Technical specifications Page 38 NOTICE Aggressive atmospheres Damage to device through penetration of aggressive vapors Ensure that the device is suitable for the application NOTICE Direct sunlight Damage to device The device can overheat or materials become brittle due to UV exposure Protect the device from direct sunlight Make sure that the maximum permissible ambient t...

Page 17: ...able gaskets and glands are used Mount the device using suitable tools Refer to the information in Technical specifications Page 38 3 2 Disassembly WARNING Incorrect disassembly The following risks may result from incorrect disassembly Injury through electric shock Risk through emerging media when connected to the process Risk of explosion in hazardous area In order to disassemble correctly observ...

Page 18: ...PS 10 XPS 15 XPS 30 A 88 mm 3 4 121 mm 4 8 175 mm 6 9 B 122 mm 4 8 132 mm 5 2 198 mm 7 8 C to suit ANSI DIN and JIS standards D1 128 mm 5 0 138 mm 5 4 204 mm 8 0 E 124 mm 4 9 158 mm 6 2 n a F 152 mm 6 0 198 mm 7 8 n a G 28 mm 1 1 28 mm 1 1 28 mm 1 1 1 Nominal WARNING Potential hazard Optional Split Flange Bonded Flange and Easy Aimer configurations are not suitable for pressure applications ...

Page 19: ...Installing mounting 3 3 Outline and Dimensions Transducers Compact Operating Instructions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC 19 3 3 2 XRS 5 Standard Flange Optional Submergence Shield Optional ...

Page 20: ...nsions Transducers 20 Compact Operating Instructions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC 3 3 3 ST H 87 mm Ø 3 4 2 NPT R 2 BSPT or G 2 BSPP mounting thread process connection 1 NPT conduit thread Flange Adapter Plastic type coupling Siemens flange adapter ...

Page 21: ...ansducer requires no cleaning or maintenance However if performance changes are observed immediately shut down the level measurement system and perform a thorough inspection especially on the transducer An XPS 15F transducer is shown in these examples An explosion proof conduit seal may not be required 3 4 1 Solids applications XPS 15F XRS 5C XPS 10 XPS 15 XPS 30 XRS 5 ST H Easy aimer typical mode...

Page 22: ...el channel Safety chain Coupling Flexible conduit mounted transducer should not be subjected to wind vibration or jarring Submersible and Plywood Rigid metal conduit Submergence shield Coupling Safety chain Rigid plywood Transducer with submergence shield used in applications where flooding is possible Plywood mounting provides excellent isolation but must be rigid enough to avoid flexing if subje...

Page 23: ...ded to blind flange Optional hazardous seal Flange gasket and hardware supplied by customer Note Tighten the flange bolts evenly in order to ensure a good seal between the mating flanges CAUTION Potential performance degradation Overtightening can cause performance degradation Do not tighten with excessive force ...

Page 24: ... 2021 A5E43390688 AC Optional hazardous seal Gasket customer supplied Factory flanged transducer Customer flange flat face only Bolt Nut Customer flanged standpipe If a metal flange must be welded to pipe refer to Liquid Applications Standpipes in the Transducer Applications Manual ...

Page 25: ...perating Instructions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC 25 3 4 2 2 XRS 5 Suspended Conduit Bracket Rigid metal Flexible conduit Coupling Steel channel Transducer Coupling Transducer Note Flexible conduit transducer should not be subjected to wind vibration or jarring ...

Page 26: ... 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC Submersible Plywood Rigid metal Coupling Coupling Submergence shield Note Submersible transducer used in applications where flooding is possible Plywood mounting provides excellent isolation but must be rigid enough to avoid flexing if subjected to loading ...

Page 27: ...021 A5E43390688 AC 27 Blind Flange Face Flange Nipple welded to blind flange Coupling Coupling Factory flanged transducer Bolt Gasket Customer supplied Customer flanged flat face only Nut Note Tighten the flange bolts evenly in order to ensure a good seal between the mating flanges ...

Page 28: ...ng Transducers 28 Compact Operating Instructions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC 3 4 2 3 ST H Non corrosive Applications WARNING Corrosive Not suitable for use in a corrosive environment A Flexible Conduit B Bracket C Plywood D Blind Flange ...

Page 29: ...Instructions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC 29 Flexible conduit Plywood mounting provides excellent isolation but must be rigid enough to avoid flexing if subjected to loading Steel plate Nipple welded to blind flange Plastic type coupling Plastic type coupling Transducer ...

Page 30: ...hardware supplied by customer Customer flanged standpipe If a metal flange must be welded to pipe refer to the Transducer Application Manual available at http www siemens com processautomation https w3 siemens com mcms sensor systems en process instrumentation level measurement with level measuring instruments continuous ultrasonic transducers Pages transducers aspx Coupling Coupling 2 coupling we...

Page 31: ... in the relevant approvals See also Technical specifications Page 38 WARNING Hazardous contact voltage Risk of electric shock in case of incorrect connection For the electrical connection specifications refer to the information in Technical specifications Page 38 At the mounting location of the device observe the applicable directives and laws for installation of electrical power installations wit...

Page 32: ... explosion in hazardous areas Connect or disconnect devices in hazardous areas only in a de energized state Install a suitable switch off device WARNING Incorrect selection of type of protection Risk of explosion in areas subject to explosion hazard This device is approved for several types of protection 1 Decide in favor of one type of protection 2 Connect the device in accordance with the select...

Page 33: ...EMC You can use this device in industrial environments households and small businesses Note Improvement of interference immunity Lay signal cables separate from cables with voltages 60 V Use cables with twisted wires Keep device and cables at a distance from strong electromagnetic fields Take account of the conditions for communication specified in the Technical specifications Page 38 Use shielded...

Page 34: ...nsducer Black Metal conduit White Explosion proof conduit seal Drain shield 1 Class I Div 1 Group A B C D or Class II Div 1 Group E F G 2 Safe Note When connecting to SITRANS LUT400 SITRANS LUC500 MultiRanger 100 200 or HydroRanger 200 the white black and shield wires are all connected separately DO NOT tie the white and shield wires together ...

Page 35: ...8 AC 35 4 4 Coaxial connection Connection for Transducer Metal conduit Explosion proof conduit seal Junction box 1 Class I Div 1 Group A B C D or Class II Div 1 Group E F G 2 Safe Note When connecting to SITRANS LUT400 SITRANS LUC500 MultiRanger 100 200 or HydroRanger 200 do NOT use coaxial cable ...

Page 36: ...Junction box Metal conduit Drain shield Explosion proof conduit seal White Black 1 Class I Div 1 Group A B C D or Class II Div 1 Group E F G 2 Safe Note When connecting to SITRANS LUT400 SITRANS LUC500 MultiRanger 100 200 or HydroRanger 200 the white black and shield wires are all connected separately DO NOT tie the white and shield wires together ...

Page 37: ...g Instructions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC 37 4 6 3 Terminal Note For SITRANS LUT400 MultiRanger 100 200 and HydroRanger 200 only 3 Terminal Direct ST H Transducer Black White Shield 3 Terminal Extension Extend cable using 0 823 mm2 18 AWG shielded twisted pair ...

Page 38: ...ion Application Liquids Liquids and Solids Max range1 8 m 26 ft 10 m 33 ft 15 m 50 ft 30 m 100 ft Min range 0 3 m 1 ft Standard 0 3 m 1 ft XPS 15F 0 45 m 1 5 ft 0 6 m 2 ft Vessel Pressure Vented to atmosphere Operation Beam Angle 10 12 6 Frequency 44 kHz 30 kHz Temperature Sensor Internal Supply Source Transducer shall only be supplied by a Siemens certified controller Environmental Location Indoo...

Page 39: ...0 519 mm2 20 AWG PVC sheath 2 wire shielded twisted 0 5 mm2 20 AWG PVC jacket Max separa tion from Transceiver 365 m 1200 ft from transducer Miscellaneous Ingress Protec tion IP65 IP68 IP68 IP66 IP68 Weight2 1 2 kg 2 6 lb 1 4 kg 3 lb 0 8 kg 1 8 lb 1 3 kg 2 8 lb 4 3 kg 9 5 lb Options Factory flange to suit ANSI DIN or JIS standard Submergence shield where flooding can occur Split flange for field m...

Page 40: ...erform a thorough inspection especially on the transducer An XPS 15F transducer is shown in these examples An explosion proof conduit seal may not be required A 1 Liquids applications A 1 1 Stilling well with standpipe Open Channel Flow Measurement A stilling well and or standpipe is hydraulically connected to the primary element and used to reduce the effect of waves and surges that may be presen...

Page 41: ...er to Standpipes Page 42 1 The use of a TS 3 temperature sensor provides better temperature tracking in applications where the temperature can change quickly A 1 2 Submergence Open Channel Flow Measurement In applications where flooding is possible the transducer can be fitted with a submergence shield1 The shield acts as a bell to create an air pocket in front of the transducer face The associate...

Page 42: ...an be used to mate to the flanged standpipe Another option is to hang the transducer from a blind flange respecting chemical compatibility The standpipe length should be as short and the diameter as large as possible As a rule of thumb the 3 dB cone of the sound beam should not intersect the standpipe wall in applications opening into a vessel or larger area Otherwise additional blanking will be r...

Page 43: ...additional blanking required Nipple welded into blind flange Nipple welded into blind flange Transducer Transducer Standpipe end cut on a 45 angle typically Sound beam intersects Transducer can read level in side or below standpipe Reflection at interference zone created by opening Vessel No additional blanking required Near blanking extension of 150 mm 6 past end of standpipe may be required ...

Page 44: ...l erroneous readings will result as level has entered blanking zone Span Corresponds to tank manufactur er s empty level Alternate Rise Preferred Tank manufacturer s empty level Bad Discharge Tank manufacturer s full level May require target to obtain empty reading Beam angle Empty level for alternate locations Below this level echo would reflect away from the transducer ...

Page 45: ... the liquid s surface Refer to Standpipes Page 42 3 Echo has missed improperly leveled transducer As in the second bullet ensure that the standpipe and flange are mounted to set the transducer face level with the measured liquid 4 Calibrate under normal conditions When performing an empty or full calibration the tank must contain its normal vapour and be at its normal temperature 5 This seal is no...

Page 46: ...A5E43390688 AC Sewage lift A 2 Solids applications A 2 1 Typical A Transducer angled to avoid seams in bin wall and aimed at discharge in order to read bin when empty B Avoid intersecting bin wall seams structural members and wall irregularities Bin wall seams Filling profile Emptying profile ...

Page 47: ...structions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC 47 C Transducer too close to material inlet Falling material will intersect sound beam and cause erroneous readings or loss of echo D On fluid like solids aim transducer perpendicular to material surface Minimal angle of repose Discharge ...

Page 48: ...Applications A 2 Solids applications Transducers 48 Compact Operating Instructions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC E On dual discharge bins aim each transducer at the discharge point Transducer ...

Page 49: ...eed B Where agitators are in use use the Agitator Discrimination parameter on transceivers where available C Transducer should be aimed away from wall projections D This seal is not supplied by Siemens The XPS 15F and XRS 5C transducer comes equipped with a stainless steel coupling suitable for use in hazardous locations Dryer wood chips Transducer should be mounted perpendicular to slope of wood ...

Page 50: ...2 Solids applications Transducers 50 Compact Operating Instructions 09 2021 A5E43390688 AC Drag conveyor Infeed Typical high level Typical low level A Transducer should be mounted perpendicular to slope of wood chips ...

Page 51: ...90688 AC 51 Certificates B B 1 Wiring setups for hazardous area installations Note Check the device nameplate confirm the approval rating and perform installation and wiring according to your local safety codes Device nameplates XRS 5 5C XPS 10 XPS 15 XPS 30 ...

Page 52: ...736 htm http www siemens com processinstrumentation certificates Go to Support Approvals Certificates for the ATEX and UKEX certificates Go to Support Installation Drawings Level Measurement Continuous Ultrasonic downloading the CSA connection drawing number 1 9470004Z DX A The IECEx certificate listed on the nameplate can be viewed on the IECEx website Go to http iecex iec ch http iecex iec ch an...

Page 53: ... The XPS 10 and XPS 15 are certified for use as Category 2GD while the XPS 30 is certified for use as Category 2G 1D per SIRA 99ATEX5153X and CSAE 21UKEX5092X 2 The equipment may be used with flammable gases and vapors with the following apparatus groups and temperature classes XRS 5 XPS Transducer ST H Apparatus group II II II Temperature class T1 to T6 T1 to T4 T5 3 The XRS 5 equipment has a tem...

Page 54: ...ope and the UK 9 The equipment is non repairable 10 The certification of the transducers rely upon the following materials used in their construction XRS 5 XPS Transducer ST H PVDF housing material CR housing material EPDM housing material CSM housing material Henkel ES2510 Formerly SCP1252 19C encapsul ant PVDF housing material Henkel ES2510 Formerly SCP1252 19C encapsulant Norton Performance Pla...

Page 55: ... 1500 A Parts of the enclosure may be non conducting and may generate an ignition capable level of electrostatic charge under certain extreme conditions The user should ensure that the equipment is not installed in a location where it may be subjected to external influences which might cause a build up of electrostatic charge on non conducting surfaces Any open face of the XPS 10 XPS 15 or XPS 30 ...

Page 56: ...L5 view on your PC You can also find manuals with the Mobile app at Industry Online Support https support industry siemens com cs ww en sc 2067 Download the app to your mobile device and scan the device QR code Product documentation by serial number Using the PIA Life Cycle Portal you can access the serial number specific product information including technical specifications spare parts calibrati...

Page 57: ...l Support http www siemens com automation csi service Service support on the Internet In addition to our technical support Siemens offers comprehensive online services at Service Support http www siemens com automation serviceandsupport Contact If you have further questions about the device contact your local Siemens representative at Personal Contact http www automation siemens com partner To fin...

Page 58: ...Liquids application Standpipes 42 Stilling well 41 submergence 41 Volume 45 Water wastewater 45 M Manuals 56 Modifications correct usage 11 improper 11 Q Qualified personnel 12 S Scope of delivery 5 Service 57 Service and support Internet 57 Solids application special 49 typical 46 Standpipes 42 Stilling well 41 Storage bin 49 Submergence 41 Support 57 Support request 57 T Technical data 38 Techni...

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