Level Measurement Safety Solutions for Distillation Columns
Continuous and point level measurement and control solutions for the refining industry
Accurate Level Measurement Sensors for Changing Conditions
Distillation columns allow separation of fluid mixtures based on their boiling points. As vapors rise through the column, different components will condense at different temperatures and accumulate for withdrawal. Distillation columns will have a wide range of temperatures throughout. Fluids, especially at the lower end can be dirty and cause coating and plugging of equipment. Overfill is a risk especially during plant start-up and before equilibrium is reached between the liquid and gas flow. If an overfill occurs, process media typically ends up in the flare system for hydrocarbons with the risk of a dangerous incident / explosion. Some users may prefer to measure the level directly in the tower while others may prefer the serviceability of cages with valves. If direct measurements are required, DP level is an appropriate solution. If bypass chamber is used, Guided Wave Radar together with a High-level alarm with point level measurement is the recommended solution.
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Product Solutions
The Rosemount 5300 Level Transmitter is ideal for challenging measurements on liquids, slurries, and solids, offering state of the art reliability and safety features in level and interface applications. Rosemount 5300 offers several advantages such as easy installation, no need for calibration, and is unaffected by process conditions. Also, it is SIL 2 certified making it your first choice for safety applications. It has a robust construction and features powerful built-in diagnostics allowing you to focus on the essential part - your plant.
- Direct Switch Technology gives increased sensitivity, high reliability, and long measurement ranges
- Signal Quality Metrics gives you the ability to work proactively with your level instrumentation
- Probe End Projection offers greater level measurement reliability
Accuracy
± 0.12 in. (3 mm)
Repeatability
± 0.04 in. (1 mm)
Measurement Range
Up to 164 ft (50 m)
The new Rosemount™ 2140 is the world's first wired HART® vibrating fork level detector for applications including overfill prevention, high and low level alarms, and pump protection. Providing reliable level detection of all liquids as well as sediments, the Rosemount 2140 offers greater ease-of-use and flexibility with smart diagnostics that continuously monitor electronic and mechanical device health, and a fully integrated remote proof-testing capability, helping to increase safety and efficiency of both plant and workers. The Rosemount 2140:SIS is certified to IEC 61508 (SIL 2) for safety-critical applications.
- World's only wired HART vibrating fork level detector.
- Dry/wet switching optimized for many media types. Includes wet sand settings for managing tank and separator efficiency.
- Dry/wet switching reliability is maximized even when the media properties are unknown. Especially important in small tanks and pipes where levels may rapidly change.
Operating Pressure
Full vacuum to 1450 psig at 122 °F psi (100 barg at 50 °C)
Operating Temperature
-40 to 302 °F (-40 to 150 °C) as standard. -94 to 500 °F (-70 to 260 °C) as option
Certifications/Approvals
ATEX, IECEx, USA, Canadian, see full specs for complete list of certifications
