CONTOURᵀᴹ Overview ● Models
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CONTOUR Operating Instructions © 2013 Magnetrol International all rights reserved
3-Dimensional mapping visualization tool for filling-point choosing assistance (in
vessels with multiple filling points
The most reliable sensor available - includes 3 transmitters and 3 receivers
2.4
Models
The CONTOUR line of products is consisted of three models:
3DS-S, 3DS-M and 3DS-V
.
Model 3DS-S
The
3DS-S
model determines the average level of the stored contents and average
distance from the scanner to the surface of the material. Based on a 30
°
beam angle, The
S model is ideal for small and narrow vessels of up to 4m (13ft) in diameter.
Model 3DS-M
The
3DS-M
model yields highly accurate readings of level and volume. It is appropriate for
large vessels of up to 15m (50ft) in diameter and at least twice as high (30m / 100ft), open
bins and stockpiles. It is based on a 70
°
beam angle. The M model also presents the
minimum and maximum Level/Distance measurements along with the calculated average.
Model 3DS-V
The
3DS-V
model is identical to the 3DS-M model, with the additional capability of
generating a 3-dimensional representation of the stored contents on a remote computer.
This feature is highly useful for mapping build-up loads that form randomly over time and
other irregularities.
All three models are available in various modes, such as ATEX approved, FM approved,
and non-ATEX (for more information, see Approvals on page 40) and also available with
neck extension (see
Appendix B: Accessories: Neck on page 33
) and compatible with the
Head-Body separation kit.
The CONTOUR is available in two temperature ranges:
The
CONTOUR 3DS-xxxx-Axx-xx-xxx
is compatible in applications where the maximal
temperature in the surroundings inside the vessel is up to 85
°
C (185
°
F).
The
CONTOUR 3DS-xxxx-Hxx-xx-xxx
is compatible in applications where the maximal
temperature in the surroundings inside the vessel is up to 180
°
C (356
°
F).
All references in this manual to the CONTOUR can be referred to as CONTOUR or simply
the scanner, if nothing else is mentioned it applies to any of the scanner models.
