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Wireless Sensor System LVCS-RF

Liquid Vertical Continuous Sensor Radio Frequency

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The LVCS-RF (Liquid Vertical Continuous Sensor - Radio Frequency) is designed to measure a continuous liquid level and transmit this information by radio to a Deeter Wireless Base Station at regular intervals.

The device is battery powered and wirelessly communicates in the 2.4GHz band using the internationally recognised IEEE802.15.4 protocol. The wireless range of the LVCS-RF can reach up to 1Km. A significant increase in the range can be achieved by using one or more Deeter Wireless Routers.

The simplest measurement system comprises an LVCS-RF sensor communicating to a Deeter Base Station connected to a 4-20mA current loop indicator such as a Deeter Current Loop Indicator (DCLI).

The LVCS-RF circuitry is housed in a die-cast Aluminium head with an external antenna. An optional 3m extension lead and bracket are available for mounting the antenna in a position more favourable to wireless communication.

The sensor circuit is fitted inside a 316L stainless steel tube attached to the head, with a 55mm magnetic ball-float. Standard sensing lengths are 250mm, 500mm, 750mm and 1m. Custom lengths are available on request.

The LVCS-RF is powered by a single 3.6V Lithium Thionyl Chloride battery. Battery life is typically 9 months (based on a transmission interval of 10 seconds and an uninterrupted wireless link to the base station).

Antenna (External)

Fully weather-proof

FCC Part 15 Compliant

Yes

Antenna Extension Cable (Note 1)

3m length

Frequency Channels

16

Antenna Gain

2.2dBi

Operating Temperature

-20ºC to 70ºC

Antenna Type

Half-wave dipole

Process Inputs

Magnetic float switch with reed switch array

Battery

½ AA

Radio Frequency

2.4GHz ISM band

CE Mark

Yes

Receiver Sensitivity

-96dBm

Communications Protocol

IEEE 802.15.4

Standard Measurement Lengths (mm)

250, 500, 750, 1000

Dimensions for the head of the sensor (mm)

Height = 150
Width = 80
Depth = 120
Antenna Height = 96

Transmit Power (Note 2)

6dBm

Dimensions for the stem of the sensor and float (mm)

Height = 120+ sensing range Diameter (float) = 55mm

Enclosure

IP64

Notes
1) Optional feature
2) Conforms to European ETSI Limits.

Ordering Information

Description

Measured
Length

Ordering Code

Wireless LVCS-RF1 LE01

250mm

DE012-0131

Wireless LVCS-RF2 LE01

500mm

DE012-0132

Wireless LVCS-RF3 LE01

750mm

DE012-0133

Wireless LVCS-RF4 LE01

1,000mm

DE012-0134

Antenna Extension Cable and mounting kit

  

DE012-0123


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