Profibus PA communications allows the transmitter to be configured and diagnosed with Siemens SIMATIC Process Device Manager (PDM). PDM is an ideal software tool for configuration, parameter setting, record keeping, and diagnostics, including trending and echo profiles.
SPRING HOUSE, Pa., December, 2004 – Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. announces that the SITRANS LR 200 radar level transmitter, is now available with PROFIBUS PA, a protocol specifically tailored for the needs of the process industry. Using PROFIBUS PA enables substantial cost saving potential, facilitates easier engineering and maintenance, as well as provides diagnostic and maintenance information for plant optimization. SITRANS LR 200 PROFIBUS conforms to the PROFIBUS Profile version 3, Class B standard.
This provides an unprecedented level of interchangeability and ease of use. It can be programmed with Siemens SIMATIC Process Device Manager (PDM), the ideal software tool for configuration, parameter setting, record keeping and diagnostics, including trending and echo profiles. PROFIBUS PA is a key component of Siemens' Totally Integrated Automation (TIA).The SITRANS LR200, 2-wire, loop-powered pulse radar transmitter is ideal for cost-effective level measurement in liquid bulk storage or simple process vessels. Ideally suited for chemical plants and tank farms, it offers many new features that make it one of easiest instruments of its kind to install and operate.
Along with ease of use, SITRANS LR 200 offers high performance measurement. The low frequency (6.3 GHz) is perfectly suited to liquid level measurement. The high signal-to-noise ratio provides ample signal for a measuring range up to 66 ft.It features a built-in alpha-numeric display in four languages, and the unique design allows you to program it without opening the lid, even in hazardous areas, using the infra-red, intrinsically-safe handheld programmer.
The compact electronics are mounted on a rotating head that swivels to line up with conduit or wiring connections, and adjusts after installation for easy viewing. The instrument is easy to set up with as few as two parameters for basic operation.. SITRANS LR 200 with Uni-Construction rod antenna is hermetically sealed to prevent chemical ingress. The uni-construction antenna features an internal, integrated shield that eliminates nozzle interference.
This standard rod version is ideal for most chemical storage applications. It fits easily into a threaded flange of even very small diameter nozzles. In addition to the uni-construction version, a Flange Adapter model offers modular fit with process connections and antenna options. This flange adapter version can be easily removed without breaking the process seal, making the instrument easy to maintain or upgrade.SITRANS LR 200 features patented Sonic Intelligence signal-processing technology for superior reliability, along with Auto False-Echo Suppression that detects and suppresses false echoes from tank obstructions.
Used with a suitable barrier for intrinsic safety, it is available for hazardous areas.Siemens AG (NYSE:SI) is a leading global electronics and engineering company with reported worldwide sales of $80.5 billion in fiscal 2003.
With its United States corporate headquarters in New York City, Siemens in the U.S. has sales of $16.6 billion and employs 65,000 people throughout all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Eleven of Siemens' worldwide businesses are based in the United States.
With its global headquarters in Munich, Siemens AG and its subsidiaries employ 417,000 people in 192 countries.
For more information on Siemens in the U.S.: www.sea.siemens.com .Siemens Energy & Automation is one of Siemens' operating companies in the United States.
SE&A, headquartered in the Atlanta suburb of Alpharetta, Ga., manufactures and markets one of the world's broadest ranges of electrical and electronic products, systems and services to industrial and construction market customers. Its technologies range from circuit protection and energy management systems to process control, industrial software and totally integrated automation solutions. The company also has expertise in systems integration, technical services and turnkey industrial systems.