BM26 series

Magnetic level indicators (MLI) and bypass chambers

• Reliable level and interface indication even in extreme operating conditions

• All-in-one solution: transmitter and bypass from KROHNE
• Extensive choice of materials and options e.g. for corrosives and low densities
• Rugged metallic design – no maintenance
• Highly visible level indication (IP68) works without power supply
 KROHNE – Measure the facts

Welcome to KROHNE. As a leader in process measuring technology, we are at home in a wide variety of
industries worldwide. The name KROHNE has stood for innovative and reliable solutions since 1921.
The company now offers a whole spectrum of instruments for flow, level, temperature and pressure
measurement as well as process analysis. Our portfolio is rounded out by comprehensive services and
consulting.

When launched in 1955, the rugged metallic design and highly visible IP68 flapper indication of the first
BM 26 magnetic level indicator (MLI) attracted immediate attention from various industries. Over the years,
a wide range of options, approvals, materials and designs have been added to the device making it one of
the most versatile and competitive magnetic level indicators on the market.

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 Introduction

BM26 series – Highlights

Maintenance-free level indication

• Proven technology with more than
65 years of experience in
Magnetic level indicators (MLI) are the ideal tech­ manufacturing
nology for applications with challenging process
conditions like tank internals, turbulence or foam. •R
 ugged metallic design –
Their highly visible level indication works without no maintenance
power supply and they are a maintenance-free
alternative to fragile sight glasses. •F
 laps housed in hermetically sealed
glass tube (IP68)

BM26A-1000/3000/5000/6000/7000/8000 – ­­
new magnetic level indicators and bypass
chambers
Built on over 65 years’ experience, these six
BM26A-x000 are replacing the well-known BM 26 A,
BM 26 BASIC/ADVANCED and reference chambers.
They respond to specific industry needs and
include former special designs in terms of process
conditions, materials, approvals, redundant level and
interface measurement now as standard features.
•H
 ighly visible level indication works
without power supply
•L
 arge variety of accessories and
options: valves, thermal insulation,
various materials, hazardous area
approvals, interface measurement,
limit switches, level transmitters, etc.
•D
 esigned for pressures up to
400 barg/5801 psig and temperatures
from –196°C up to +400°C/
–321°F up to +752°F

• Accuracy from ±2 mm/±0.08” with

OPTIFLEX (TDR) / OPTIWAVE (FMCW)

• Measuring ranges from 0.3 m/1 ft

up to 5.5 m/18 ft (other dimensions
on request)

• Bypass chambers which can be

equipped with independent level
transmitters for all-in-one solutions
by KROHNE

• Combined technologies for redundancy

•E
 asy to install, safe and no
commissioning

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Which BM26A-x000 is best suitable

for your application?

For basic storage applications of liquids up to +200°C/+392°F, 40 barg/580 psig,

the BM26A-1000 will be your first choice. Its maintenance-free, rugged
design offers the most competitive price.

Made of PVC, PP or PVDF, the BM26A-3000 handles corrosive chemicals

up to +100°C/+212°F, 6 barg/87 psig.

The BM26A-6000 is dedicated to liquified gas and cryogenic applications

down to​–196°C/–320.8°F in industries such as refrigeration, chemical,
power, oil and gas.

High temperature and pressure conditions in the chemical, petrochemical,

power, oil and gas industries are mastered by the BM26A-7000. It withstands
up to +400°C/+752°F, 400 barg/5801 psig and features a PTFE-lined version
for acids in pressurised tanks up to +200°C/+392°F, 40 barg/580 psig.

BM26A-1000

BM26A-3000

Process connection
BM26A-6000
Vent plug

BM26A-7000 Magnetic coupling

Liquid level
Magnetic level indicator (MLI) –
The measuring principle
Hermetically
sealed
Calibrated glass tube
Magnetic level indicators operate on the principle scale
of communicating vessels. Their measuring
chamber is connected adjacent to a tank so the
liquid level in the chamber and the tank is the Drain flange
same. Float chamber

A float inside the chamber goes up and down with

the level. The magnets inside the float are coupled
with the magnets of individual flaps, thus providing
4 a visual level indication.
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The BM26A-8000 combines a magnetic level indicator with a guided radar

(OPTIFLEX), FMCW radar (OPTIWAVE) or a displacer (BW25) level transmitter.
By equipping this assembly with an additional reed-chain level transmitter
(LT40), redundant measurement can be achieved where the measuring
results of the radar or displacer are checked against those from the reed-
chain. Both technologies operate independently and are not influenced by
each other.

The bypass chambers, named BM26A-5000, are ideally suited for

applications with turbulence or foam. Equipped with independent level
transmitters (OPTIFLEX 7200/8200, OPTIWAVE 7400 or BW 25) they provide
all-in-one solutions and benefit from a large choice of materials e.g. 316L,
304L, Hastelloy®, Inconel®. They meet PED/EN 13445, ASME B31.1, ASME
B31.3 and NACE standards and replace our former reference chambers.

BM26A-8000-TWIN with
Totally redundant measurement using an OPTIFLEX 8200 (TDR)
OPTIFLEX (TDR) guided radar and an LT40
reed-chain level transmitter:

BM26A-8000-BI with
OPTIFLEX 7200 (TDR)

BM26A-5000 with
Foam OPTIWAVE 7400 (FMCW)

Agitator

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 BM26A-1000

BM26A-1000 –
Target industries:
for basic liquid applications

• Water & Wastewater This robust and cost-effective magnetic level indicator is ideal for
simple storage applications of liquids like water, fuel or additives in
• Pulp & Paper the water and paper industries.

• Most competitive price

Target applications:
Water storage & wash tanks, lubrication
oils & hydraulic fluids, fuel tanks,
condensate receiver tanks, mill water
storage, turpentine recovery, surge tanks,
additives, skid manufacturers, metallic
tank manufacturers, inks, condenser hot
wells
• Easy to install, safe and no commissioning
• Rugged metallic design – no maintenance
• Flaps housed in hermetically sealed glass tube (IP68)
• Highly visible level indication works without power supply
• PED/EN 13445, NACE
• Level indication up to 5.5 m/18 ft (other dimensions on request)
• Process conditions up to +200°C/+392°F, 40 barg/580 psig
• When equipped with LT40 reed-chain level transmitter:
– 4…20 mA (HART® 7), FOUNDATIONTM fieldbus or
PROFIBUS PA output
– ±10 mm/±0.4” or ±5 mm/±0.2” resolution

BM26A-1000 installed on a receiver tank for

pump control (+140°C/+284°F, 10 barg/145 psig).

BM26A-1000

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 BM26A- 3000

BM26A-3000 –
for corrosive liquids Target industries:

The BM26A-3000 uses plastic materials to measure the level of • Chemical

aggressive chemicals in low pressure applications.

• Made of PVC, PP or PVDF for high resistance to corrosion

• Flaps housed in hermetically sealed glass tube (IP68)
• Highly visible level indication works without power supply
• Level indication up to 4 m/13 ft (other dimensions on request)
• Process conditions up to +100°C/+212°F, 6 barg/87 psig
• When equipped with LT40 reed-chain level transmitter:
– 4…20 mA (HART® 7), FOUNDATIONTM fieldbus or
PROFIBUS PA output
– ±10 mm/±0.4” or ±5 mm/±0.2” resolution
Target applications:
Corrosive chemicals, chemical injection
and skids, chemical reactors, chlor-
alkali processes, scrubber vessels,
deionisation tanks, plastic tank
manufacturers, fermentation vessels,
liquid-liquid extractions, reflux drums,
acids – hydrofluoric, hydrochloric, nitric,
sulphuric

BM26A-3000 (PVDF) indicating the level of

treated effluent from uranium conversion
BM26A-3000 BM26A-3000 BM26A-3000 stored in tanks 12 m/39.4 ft high.
(PVDF) (PP) (PVC)

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BM26A-5000 equipped with guided radar (TDR) measuring the

level or interface of oil condensates in a refinery.

BM26A-5000 with BM26A-5000 with BM26A-5000 with

OPTIFLEX 7200 (TDR) OPTIWAVE 7400 (FMCW) BW 25 Displacer

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BM26A-5000 – Bypass chamber for

guided radar, radar and displacer (no float)

This bypass chamber offers a selection of 3 different technologies –

guided radar (TDR), radar (FMCW) and displacer – to measure level
in rough conditions: foam, agitated product surfaces and tanks with
internal obstructions. Target industries:

• Ideal for difficult process conditions e.g., turbulence, foam

• All-in-one solution: transmitter and bypass from KROHNE
• Large choice of materials e.g. 316L, 304L, Hastelloy® C276,
Inconel® 625
• PED/EN 13445, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, NACE
• Accuracy from ±2 mm/±0.08” with OPTIFLEX (TDR) /
OPTIWAVE (FMCW)
• Centre-to-Centre length up to 5.5 m/18 ft (other dimensions
on request)
• Complies with SIL 2/3 when combined with OPTIFLEX / OPTIWAVE
• Process conditions up to +400°C/+752°F, 400 barg/5801 psig
• Level or interface indication
• When equipped with OPTIFLEX:
– Various converter and electronic versions:
– Remote version up to 100 m/328.08 ft
– Sensor extension up to 15 m/49.21 ft
– Horizontal or vertical housing to suit every installation
– Quick coupling system: converter is rotatable and removable
under process conditions (also available with OPTIWAVE)
– Ceramic process seal system
– Complies with SIL 2: 1 current output, 2 current outputs or
1 current + 1 switch output (SIL 2/3 option with OPTIWAVE)
• Chemical & Petrochemical
• Oil & Gas
• Power
Target applications:
Crude dehydration, crude desalting,
crude dewatering, crude stabilisation –
degassing, catalytic reformers, column
reboilers, diesel fuel storage tanks,
distillation columns, hydrocracking,
hyrdodesulfurisation, reboiler, solvent
extraction, boiler blowdown tanks,
deaerators, deionisation tanks,
feedwater heaters, flash tanks, heat
recovery steam generator (HRSG) –
power/utilities, reflash drums, reflux
drums, steam drums for power
generation

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 BM26A-6000

BM26A-6000 –
for liquified gas and cryogenic applications

The BM26A-6000 features a specific float design and thermal insulations for
low temperature applications e.g. in the refrigeration industry.

Target industries: • Stable measurement in case of evaporating or boiling liquids

• Various thermal options for insulation down to –196°C/–320.8°F
• Rugged metallic design – no maintenance
• Chemical & Petrochemical • Flaps housed in hermetically sealed glass tube (IP68)
• Highly visible level indication works without power supply
• Oil & Gas • Level indication up to 5.5 m/18 ft (other dimensions on request)
• When equipped with LT40 reed-chain level transmitter:
• Power – 4…20 mA (HART® 7), FOUNDATIONTM fieldbus or PROFIBUS PA output
– ±10 mm/±0.4” or ±5 mm/±0.2” resolution
• Refrigeration

Target applications:

Liquified gas and cryogenic applications

like propane or butane vessels,
carbon dioxide (CO2), ammonia (NH3),
nitrogen, freon, economisers, receivers,
condensers

BM26A-6000 BM26A-6000 with

ROCKWOOL® or
FOAMGLAS® cladding

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BM26A-6000 with Plexiglas® anti-icing indication measuring carbon dioxide (CO2)

in a pressurised cylinder 1 m/3.28 ft high at –40°C/–40°F, 15 barg/217 psig.

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BM26A-7000

BM26A-7000 measuring hot oil in a pressurised cylinder

1.1 m/3.6 ft high at +210°C/+410°F, 3 barg/43.5 psig.

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 BM26A-7000

BM26A-7000 –
for liquids in extreme operating conditions

Ideal for liquids in harsh environments such as high temperature

and pressure, the BM26A-7000 handles level and interface applica-
tions in the power, oil and gas industry. A PTFE-lined version is
available for corrosives. Target industries:

• High-temperature and high-pressure applications up to

+400°C/+752°F, 400 barg/5801 psig
• PTFE-lined version for corrosive liquids up to +200°C/+392°F,
40 barg/580 psig
• Large choice of materials e.g. 316L, 304L, Hastelloy® C276,
Inconel® 625
• Flaps housed in hermetically sealed glass tube (IP68)
• Highly visible level indication works without power supply
• Float designed for densities as low as 370 kg/m3/23.09 lb/ft3
• Level or interface indication up to 5.5 m/18 ft
(other dimensions on request)
• When equipped with LT40 reed-chain level transmitter:
– 4…20 mA (HART® 7), FOUNDATIONTM fieldbus or
PROFIBUS PA output
– ±10 mm/±0.4” or ±5 mm/±0.2” resolution
• Chemical & Petrochemical
• Oil & Gas
• Power
Target applications:
Feedwater heaters, industrial boilers,
oil/water separators, flash drums, surge
tanks, gas chillers, deaerators, blow
down flash tanks, hot wells, alkylation
units, boiler drums, propylene, acids
(pressurised tanks) – nitric, sulfuric,
hydrochloric, hydrofluoric, solvents –
acetone, toluene, xylene, naphtha, gas
condensate, alcohols, chlorine

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 BM26A-8000
BM26A-8000 –
for liquids in redundant measurement
Target industries:
• Chemical & Petrochemical
• Oil & Gas
• Power
Target applications:
Oil, water, high- and low-pressure
separators, most liquid-liquid interfaces
like oil & water, steam condensate boiler,
boiler drum, feedwater heater, refined
petrochemical liquids – gasoline,
ethylene, toluene, xylene, naphtha,
gas condensate, heat transfer fluids –
DOWTHERMTM, therminol, glycol, alcohols
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By comparing the results of two independent transmitters with
different measurement technologies, redundant level measure­ment
can be achieved. This is the task of the BM26A-8000. Its TWIN-
version features a level transmitter (OPTIFLEX 7200/8200,
OPTIWAVE 7400, BW25) installed in a bypass chamber connected
adjacent to the MLI, whereas the BI-version uses a measuring
chamber with two compartments, one for the OPTIFLEX 7200
transmitter probe and one for the float moving next to it. The
optional LT40 reed-chain level transmitter completes the
redundancy of the assembly.
• Combined technology for redundancy
• Rugged metallic design – no maintenance
• Large choice of materials e.g., 316L, 304L, Hastelloy® C276,
Inconel® 625
• Highly visible flaps housed in hermetically sealed glass tube (IP68)
• Accuracy from ±2 mm/±0.08” with OPTIFLEX (TDR) /
OPTIWAVE (FMCW)
• Level or interface indication up to 5.5 m/18 ft
(other dimensions on request)
• Process conditions +400°C/+752°F, 400 barg/5801 psig
• When equipped with LT40 reed-chain level transmitter:
– 4…20 mA (HART® 7), FOUNDATIONTM fieldbus or
PROFIBUS PA output
– ±10 mm/±0.4” or ±5 mm/±0.2” resolution
• When equipped with OPTIFLEX:
– Various converter and electronic versions:
– Remote version up to 100 m/328.08 ft
– Sensor extension up to 15 m/49.21 ft
– Horizontal or vertical housing to suit every installation
– Quick coupling system: converter is rotatable and removable
under process conditions (also available with OPTIWAVE)
– Ceramic process seal system
– Complies with SIL 2: 1 current output, 2 current outputs or
1 current + 1 switch output (SIL 2/3 option with OPTIWAVE)
 24GHz OTIWAVE 1400

BM26A-8000-TWIN with
OPTIFLEX 8200 (TDR)

BM26A-8000-BI with OPTIFLEX 7200 and LT40 level transmitters

BM26A-8000-BI with measuring condensate in cylinders between 1.5 and 2 m/
OPTIFLEX 7200 (TDR) 4.9 and 6.6 ft high at +130°C/+266°F, 10 barg/145 psig.

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BM26A-1000 BM26A-3000 BM26A-5000

for basic liquid applications for corrosive liquids Bypass chambers for guided radar, radar and
displacer (no float)
Media liquids liquids liquids

Level/interface yes/no yes/no yes/yes (OPTIFLEX, BW), yes/no (OPTIWAVE)

Level indication (C-C length) 0.3…5.5 m/1…18 ft 0.5…4 m/1.64…13 ft 0.3…5.5 m/1…18 ft
other dimensions on request
Process connection ​ G or NPT min. thread
½ none ½ G or NPT min. thread
DN15/NPS ½ min. flange (EN/ASME) DN20/NPS 1 min. flange (EN/ASME) DN15/NPS ½ min. flange (EN/ASME)
Wetted parts 316L, Titanium PVC, PP or PVDF 316L, 304L, HASTELLOY® C276, INCONEL® 625
Gaskets Aramid, PTFE, Graphite FKM/FPM, Nitrile, PTFE, EPDM Aramid, PTFE, Graphite, Ring joint,
Spiral-wound
Accuracy ±10 mm/0.39” or ±5 mm/0.2” (LT40) ±10 mm/0.39” or ±5 mm/0.2” (LT40) ±2 mm/0.08” (OPTIFLEX, OPTIWAVE)
±10 mm/0.39” (BM26 flaps) ±10 mm/0.39” (BM26 flaps) <1.5 % of full-scale range (BW25)

Product characteristics (min.) density: density: density:

700 kg/m3/43.7 lb/ft3 680 kg/m3/42.45 lb/ft3 (PVC) 450 kg/m3/28.09 lb/ft3 (BW25)
560 kg/m3/34.96 lb/ft3 (PP) dielectric constant:
700 kg/m3/43.7 lb/ft3 (PVDF) Ɛr ≥1.3 (TBF 1.1) (OPTIFLEX)
Ɛr ≥1.4 (TBF 1.1) (OPTIWAVE)
Ambient temperature –70…+80°C/–76…+176°F –20…+80°C/–4…+176°F –70…+80°C/–76…+176°F
Process temperature –70…+200°C/–94…+392°F –20…+50°C/–4…+122°F (PVC) –196…+400°C/–320.8…+752°F (Chamber)
–20…+100°C/–4…+212°F (PP, PVDF) –50…+315°C/–58…+599°F (OPTIFLEX)
–50…+200°C/–58…+392°F (OPTIWAVE)
–40…+400°C/–40…+752°F (BW25)
Process pressure –1…40 barg/–14.5…580 psig 0…6 barg/0…87 psig –1…400 barg/–14.5…5801 psig (Chamber)
–1…320 barg/–14.5…4641 psig (OPTIFLEX)
–1…100 barg/–1…1450 psig (OPTIWAVE)
–1…400 barg/–14.5…5801 psig (BW25)
Power supply LT40: 10…35 V DC (non-Ex or Ex d), LT40: 10…35 V DC (non-Ex or Ex d), OPTIFLEX 7200/8200, OPTIWAVE 7400 or BW25: *
10…30 V DC (Ex i) 10…30 V DC (Ex i)
Output LT40: 4…20 mA (HART® 7), PROFIBUS PA, LT40: 4…20 mA (HART® 7), PROFIBUS PA, OPTIFLEX 7200/8200, OPTIWAVE 7400 or BW25: *
FOUNDATION™ fieldbus FOUNDATION™ fieldbus
MS15-MS40: SPDT 3-wire output, NAMUR MS15-MS40: SPDT 3-wire output, NAMUR
Approvals ATEX, IECEx, (NEPSI, UKCA, EAC Ex pending) none OPTIFLEX 7200/8200, OPTIWAVE 7400 or BW25: *
PED/EN 13445, NACE
Ingress protection IP66/68 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig) IP66/68 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig) IP68 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig)
Options PLEXIGLAS® anti-icing indication Support bracket for long devices Thermal insulation, Electric heat tracing, Heat
protective enclosure, OPTIFLEX, OPTIWAVE or
BW25 transmitters

* See transmitter documentation for respective data

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 BM26A-6000 BM26A-7000 BM26A-8000

for liquified gas and cryogenic applications for liquids in extreme operating conditions for liquids in redundant measurement
Media liquids liquids liquids

Level/interface yes/no yes/yes yes/yes (OPTIFLEX, BW25), yes/no (OPTIWAVE)

Level indication (C-C length) 0.3…5.5 m/1…18 ft 0.3…5.5 m/1…18 ft 0.3…5.5 m/1…18 ft
other dimensions on request
Process connection ½ G or NPT min. thread ½ G or NPT min. thread none
DN15/NPS ½ min. flange (EN/ASME) DN15/NPS ½ min. flange (EN/ASME) DN15/NPS ½ min. flange (EN/ASME)
Wetted parts 316L, Titanium 316L, 304L, HASTELLOY® C276, INCONEL® 625, 316L, 304L, HASTELLOY® C276, INCONEL® 625
PTFE-lined 316L, Titanium, Halar, Glass
Gaskets Aramid, PTFE, Graphite, Spiral-wound Aramid, PTFE, Graphite, Ring joint, Spiral-wound Aramid, PTFE, Graphite, Ring joint, Spiral-wound
Accuracy ±10 mm/0.39” or ±5 mm/0.2” (LT40) ±10 mm/0.39” or ±5 mm/0.2” (LT40) ±10 mm/0.39” or ±5 mm/0.2” (LT40)
±10 mm/0.39” (BM26 flaps) ±10 mm/0.39” (BM26 flaps) ±10 mm/0.39” (BM26 flaps)
±2 mm/0.08” (OPTIFLEX, OPTIWAVE)
1.5 % of full-scale range (BW25)
Product characteristics (min.) density: density: density:
500 kg/m3/31.21 lb/ft3 370 kg/m3/23.09 lb/ft3 620 kg/m3/37.71 lb/ft3 (BI)
370 kg/m3/23.09 lb/ft3 (TWIN)
Ambient temperature –70…+80°C/–76…+176°F –70…+80°C/–76…+176°F –70…+80°C/–76…+176°F
Process temperature –196…+200°C/ –320.8…+392°F –196…+400°C/–320.8…+752°F –196…+400°C/–320.8…+752°F (Chamber)
–50…+315°C/–58…+599°F (OPTIFLEX)
–50…+200°C/–58…+392°F (OPTIWAVE)
–40…+400°C/–40…+752°F (BW25)
Process pressure –1…40 barg/–14.5…580 psig –1…400 barg/–14.5…5801 psig –1…400 barg/–14.5…5801 psig (Chamber)
–1…320 barg/–14.5…4641 psig (OPTIFLEX)
–1…100 barg/–1…1450 psig (OPTIWAVE)
–1…400 barg/–14.5…5801 psig (BW25)
Power supply LT40: 10…35 V DC (non-Ex or Ex d), LT40: 10…35 V DC (non-Ex or Ex d), LT40: 10…35 V DC (non-Ex or Ex d),
10…30 V DC (Ex i) 10…30 V DC (Ex i) 10…30 V DC (Ex i)
OPTIFLEX 7200/8200, OPTIWAVE 7400 or BW25: *
Output LT40: 4…20 mA (HART® 7), PROFIBUS PA, LT40: 4…20 mA (HART® 7), PROFIBUS PA, LT40: 4…20 mA (HART® 7), PROFIBUS PA,
FOUNDATION™ fieldbus FOUNDATION™ fieldbus FOUNDATION™ fieldbus
MS15-MS40: SPDT 3-wire output, NAMUR MS15-MS40: SPDT 3-wire output, NAMUR MS15-MS40: SPDT 3-wire output, NAMUR
OPTIFLEX 7200/8200, OPTIWAVE 7400 or BW25: *
Approvals ATEX, IECEx, (NEPSI, UKCA, EAC Ex pending) ATEX, IECEx, (NEPSI, UKCA, EAC Ex pending) ATEX, IECEx, (NEPSI, UKCA, EAC Ex pending)
PED/EN 13445, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.1, NACE PED/EN 13445, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.1, NACE PED/EN 13445, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.1, NACE
OPTIFLEX 7200/8200, OPTIWAVE 7400 or BW25: *
Ingress protection IP66/68 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig) IP66/68 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig) IP66/68 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig)
Options Thermal insulation, Heating/cooling system, Thermal insulation, Electric heat tracing, Hea- Thermal insulation, Electric heat tracing,
PLEXIGLAS® anti-icing indication, 0-line float ting/cooling system, Heat protective enclosure, PLEXIGLAS® anti-icing indication, LT40,
PLEXIGLAS® anti-icing indication, 0-line float OPTIFLEX, OPTIWAVE or BW25 transmitters

* See transmitter documentation for respective data

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Technical data

LT40 MS15 MS40

Reed-chain level transmitter Reed-limit switch Reed-limit switch
Level/interface Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes

Level indication 0.3…5.5 m/1…18 ft – –

(C-C length) (other dimensions on request)
Resolution ±10 mm/0.39” or ±5 mm/0.2” Hysteresis 28 mm/1.1“ Hysteresis 28 mm/1.1“

Power supply 10…35 V DC (non-Ex or Ex d) 60VA/1A/250 V AC or 250 V DC 60VA/1A/250 V AC or 250 V DC

10...30 V DC (Ex ia)
Outputs 4…20 mA (HART® 7), FOUNDATIONTM SPDT 3-wire output, NAMUR SPDT 3-wire output, NAMUR
fieldbus, PROFIBUS PA
Housing material Aluminium, stainless steel Aluminium, stainless steel Aluminium

Ambient temperature –40…+80°C/–40…+176°F

range –20…+70°C/–4…+158°F (LT40 with display)
Process temperature –196…+400°C/–320.8…+752°F
range
Ingress protection IP66/68 IP66/68 IP66

Approvals ATEX, IECEx ATEX, IECEx ATEX, IECEx

NEPSI, UKCA, EAC Ex (pending) NEPSI, UKCA, EAC Ex (pending) NEPSI, UKCA, EAC Ex (pending)
Options LCD display, Remote version – –

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Reed-chain level transmitter (LT40):

Reed-chain level transmitter for

magnetic level indicators

• 4…20 mA (HART® 7), FOUNDATIONTM fieldbus

or PROFIBUS PA output
• Top or bottom mounted electronics
• Remote version for temperatures higher than
+300°C/+572°F
• ±10 mm/±0.4” or ±5 mm/±0.2” resolution
• IP68 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig) aluminium or
stainless-steel housing MS15
• Backlit display with current output (non-Ex only) reed-limit switch
level transmitter

Reed-limit switches:
Reed-limit switch for magnetic level indicators

• MS15 Reed switch SPDT with polyester-coated

aluminium or stainless-steel housing:
IP66/68 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig)
• MS40 Reed switch SPDT with aluminium housing:
IP66 (0.15 barg/2.18 psig)
MS40
reed-limit switch

LT40
reed-chain
level transmitter

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