Magnetrol Level Indicator
Magnetrol Level Indicator
Magnetrol Level Indicator
DESCRIPTION
Magnetically coupled liquid level indicators, or MLIs, are in widespread use throughout process industries. Originally designed as an alternative to sight and gage glass devices, the MLI is now commonly used in both new construction and plant expansion as well as replacement for high maintenance sight and gage glasses. Orions Atlas, Gemini, and Aurora magnetic level indicators are precision engineered and manufactured to indicate liquid level accurately, reliably and continuously. These units are totally sealed chambers, that require no periodic maintenance; and, they eliminate vapor or liquid emission problems common with sight and gage glasses. To compliment these products, Orion produces a complete range of level switches and transmitters, including the Eclipse Guided Wave Radar transmitter.
F E AT U R E S
Countless chamber styles (or configurations) for each design Complete range of level switches and level transmitters, including Eclipse Guided Wave Radar Fabricated, non-magnetic chamber assembly produced in a wide range of metal and plastic materials ANSI and DIN process connections Precision manufactured float with internal magnets and magnetic flux ring Flag or shuttle type indicator with optional stainless steel scale to measure height, volume or percentage of level
A P P L I C AT I O N S
Feedwater heaters Industrial boilers Oil water separators Flash drums Surge tanks Gas chillers Deaerators Blowdown flash tanks Hot wells Vacuum tower bottoms Alkylation units Boiler drums Propane vessels Storage tanks
TECHNOLOGY
Within the piping column of the magnetic level indicator is a float containing an internal set of magnets. A change of level in the process tank corresponds to a similar change within the piping column. In response to the level movement, the float moves up or down accordingly. Clamped to the outside of the piping column in complete isolation from the process liquid is a visual indicator housing. It contains the customers choice of indicator (a series of flags or a follower). The individual flags or the follower contain an alignment magnet which couples to the float magnets as the float moves up or down the piping column. Refer to figure 1. This magnetic coupling rotates the flags and exposes the backs with their contrasting color or (in the case of the follower) moves the follower to the point of level. The position of the follower, or the point at which the flags change color, represents true level. Level measurement is indicated or read by the corresponding point on the measuring scale. Refer to figure 2.
Flux ring
Liquid Level
Indicating Flags
Float Magnets
Float
Figure 1
Figure 2
ATLAS
The Atlas is Orions standard, high performance magnetic level indicator. Atlas is a single chamber design with either 2", 2.5", or 3" chamber diameter, as required by the application. There are twelve basic configuration styles including top mount models. Special configurations are also available. Atlas magnetic level indicators are produced in a wide range of materials of construction, including plastics. Orion also offers one of the most complete selections of process connection types and sizes in the industry. Atlas may be equipped with a variety of level transmitters and switches as well as flag and shuttle indicators with or without stainless steel scales. This enables the Atlas to be a complete level and monitoring control.
316 Stainless steel scale for height, volume, percent, or custom units of measure ASME B31.1, B31.3, and NACE constructions
Insta-seal valve Broad range of alloy and plastic chambers Dome cap or flange bottom
AURORA
Auroras patented design is the next generation of Magnetic Level Indicators. It is state of the art in this technology and reflects Orions innovation and commitment to magnetically coupled level indicators. Aurora is a totally redundant system of continuous level monitoring and control. An Eclipse guided wave radar coaxial probe is housed along with the MLI float in a 3" or 4" diameter chamber. While the indicator relies upon the float and its internal magnets to activate the flags or shuttle, the Eclipse measures the liquid level directly. Two completely separate technologies in a single external chamber ensure redundancy unlike any other MLI. The use of a baffle within the chamber ensures that the float and eclipse coaxial probe work seamlessly within the single chamber. There are six basic configuration styles and over fifteen material selections for Aurora. For the first time ever, the ability to accurately and reliably measure ultra low dielectric media, high pressure/high temperature process conditions, and media with shifting and changing dielectric values can be accomplished with Aurora.
3" or 4" diameter chamber Stainless steel scale for level, volume, percent, or custom units of measure Flag or shuttle style indicators
GEMINI
Orions twin chamber design is unique to the Magnetic level gauge industry. Countless unique configuration styles are available with Gemini. It can be produced in the same metal material selections as Atlas. The second chamber facilitates the installation of any of a wide selection of transmitters to provide continuous level monitoring in addition to the indication provided by the primary chamber. Eclipse guided wave radar, direct insertion Jupiter magnetostrictive, or Kotron capacitance type level transmitters can be mounted in the secondary chamber to provide totally redundant indication with continuous level output. The primary chamber, which houses the float, can be fitted with clamp-on switches or transmitters for additional level control.
Dome cap or flange top
Stainless steel scale for level, volume, percent, or custom units of measure
2" to 8"
DN 20 to DN 150 MNPT, FNPT, weldolet, sockolet, threaded couplings, threaded nipples, buttweld nipples, plain-end nipples, slip-on flanges, weldneck flanges, lap joint flanges, tri-clamp fitting, Van Stone flanges Measuring range Temperature range Pressure range Specific gravity range Indicators Flag assembly seal Visual indication Scale options Switch options 12 to 600 inch (30 to 1524 centimeters) standard Consult factory for lengths over 600 inch (50 feet) -320 to +1000 F (-196 to +538 C) Full vacuum to 4500 psig (310 bar) As low as 0.35 S.G.U. Magnetically actuated flag assembly in contrasting orange/black, yellow/black, red/white colors, or high visibility shuttle follower Inert gas filled and hermetically sealed with Insta-seal valve Easily visible from 75 to 100 feet (23 to 30 meters) Etched stainless steel with either height, volume, or percentage units Model OES-100 electric cam operated snap action Model OPS-200 pneumatic Model ORS-300 electric reed type Transmitter options Model 705 Eclipse Guided Wave Radar Model 2xx Jupiter Magnetostrictive Model OCT-400 analog reed chain High temperature options Low temperature options Electric or steam tracing with or without special high temperature insulation Cryogenic insulation with special polymeric frost extension
FLOAT
The float is the key to the magnetic level gauge operation. It is responsible for operating the indicator, switches and transmitters via interaction of the internal magnets and the magnets of various external indicators and clamp-on accessories. Manufactured from a wide range of alloys, including Titanium, the float is precision welded by a pulse TIG process. Within the float are high strength magnets precisely aligned and held in place with a retainer ring that assures a uniform 360 magnetic field and gauss rating. The magnets are designed for long term service even in elevated temperatures and pressures.
Specific gravity data and serial number engraved on each float
Flux ring
INDICATING SCALE
Another option from Orion is a 316 stainless steel (standard) or plastic scale for displaying a wide range of engineering units of measure. This scale is mounted adjacent to the flag bar graph assembly or shuttle, and may be graduated to show height, volume, or percentage. The scales are available in either English or Metric units.
TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
HIGH Magnetic level indicators can be ordered with several different tracing options to heat the external chamber. Tracing systems sometimes require that a special insulation blanket (custom designed to meet the customers specifications) cover the entire chamber and tracing equipment. Refer to pages 5, 12, 17, or 22 for temperature guidelines. LOW To facilitate operation where the product is kept cold via chillers, refrigerants and condensers, a frost extension option and low temperature insulation are offered. The frost extension is constructed of durable acrylic plastic and suitable for contact with media as cold as -320 F (-196 C) such as liquid nitrogen.
Frost extension
Maximum Dead Band: 0.75" float travel Temperature Range: Enclosure Rating: Enclosure Material:
Model OES-100
Model OPS-200
Model ORS-300
Mounting Arrangement:
Standard Coaxial
1.4 to 80
2.0 to 80
HT/HP Coaxial
2.0 to 80
HP Coaxial
1.7 to 80
Overfill Coaxial
1.4 to 80
Steam Coaxial
1585 psig @ +605 F +605 F @ 1585 psig (110 bar @ +315 C) (+315 C @ 110 bar) Saturated Steam Saturated Steam
10 to 80
MODEL
2xx-100x-xxx
APPROVAL CATEGORY
Class I, Div. 1, Grps B, C, & D Class I, Div. 2, Grps A, B, C, & D Class II, Div. 1, Grps E, F, & G Class II, Div. 2, Grps F & G Class III, Type 4X, IP66 Class I, Div. 1, Grps B, C, & D Class II, Div. 1 Grps E, F, & G Class III, Type 4X Class I, Div. 1, Grps B, C, & D Class I, Div. 2, Grps A, B, C, & D Class II, Div. 1, Grps E, F, & G Class III, Type 4X Class I, Div. 1, Grps B, C, & D Class I, Div. 2, Grps A, B, C, & D Class II, Div. 1, Grps E, F, & G Class III, Type 4X Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2 Low Voltage Directives, 73/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC per Harmonized Standard EN 61010-1/1993 & Amendment No. 1 These units have been tested to EN 50081-2 and EN 50082-2 and are in compliance with the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC Intrinsically Safe II 1G, EEx ia IIC T4 Explosion Proof II 1/2G, EEx d [ia] IIC T4 Non-Incendive II 3G, EEx n IIC T6
OES-100E-001
ORS-300E-001
OCT-400x-xxx
CE
ORS-300E-001 OES-100E-001
2xx-100x-xxx 705-5xxx-xxx OCT-4xxx-xxx ATEX 705/7/8-5XXX-AXX 705/7/8-5XXX-BXX 705/7/8-5XXX-CXX 705/7/8-5XXX-DXX 705/7/8-5XXX-EXX 705/7/8-5XXX-FXX Factory Sealed: This product has been
approved by Factory Mutual Research (FM), and Canadian Standards Association (CSA), as a Factory Sealed device.
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L M N P Q R S
DN DN DN DN DN DN DN
20 25 40 50 80 100 150
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Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
Y A B C D N P Q R S T U V W 0 HT insulation pad at +375 F (+191 C) or higher on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +500 F (+260 C) on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +1000 F (+538 C) on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +500 F (+260 C) on chamber and chamber flanges HT insulation blanket to +1000 F (+538 C) on chamber and chamber flanges Cryogenic insulation to -100 F (-73 C) Cryogenic insulation to -200 F (-129 C) Cryogenic insulation to -320 F (-196 C) Steam tracing Steam tracing with blanket Electric heat tracing +40 F (+4 C) and below with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +40 to +200 F (+4 to +93 C) with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +200 to +500 F (+93 to +260 C) with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +500 to +800 F (+260 to +427 C) with insulation blanket None For process temperatures of +375 to +499 F (+191 to +259 C), an HT insulation
pad is required.
Field voltage, area classification and required temperature must be specified at time
of order placement.
Specify length in inches when first digit is 1, in lengths from 12 to 600 inches Specify length in centimeters when first digit is A, in lengths from 30 to 1524 cm.
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4" (102)
7" (178)
4" (102)
7" (178)
4" (102)
7" (178)
Indication Range
10" (254)
4" (102) 4" (102) 7" (178) 7" (178) 7" (178)
Indication Range
10" (254)
13
4" (102)
9 6 3 0
Indication Range
7" (178)
9 6 3 0
Indication Range
in.
in.
Indication Range
10" (254)
10" (254)
10" (254)
4" (102)
7" (178)
7" (178)
Indication Range
10" (254)
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15
L M N P Q R S
DN DN DN DN DN DN DN
20 25 40 50 80 100 150
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Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
Y A B C D N P Q R S T U V W 0 HT insulation pad at +375 F (+191 C) or higher on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +500 F (+260 C) on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +1000 F (+538 C) on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +500 F (+260 C) on chamber and flanges HT insulation blanket to +1000 F (+538 C) on chamber and flanges Cryogenic insulation to -100 F (-73 C) Cryogenic insulation to -200 F (-129 C) Cryogenic insulation to -320 F (-196 C) Steam tracing Steam tracing with blanket Electric heat tracing +40 F (+4 C) and below with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +40 to +200 F (+4 to +93 C) with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +200 to +500 F (+93 to +260 C) with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +500 to +800 F (+260 to +427 C) with insulation blanket None For process temperatures of +375 to +499 F (+191 to +259 C), an HT insulation
pad is required.
Field voltage, area classification and required temperature must be specified at time
of order placement.
Specify length in inches when first digit is 1, in lengths from 12 to 600 inches Specify length in centimeters when first digit is A, in lengths from 30 to 1524 cm.
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14.68 (373)
14.68 (373)
14.68 (373)
4 (102)
7 (178)
4 (102)
7 (178)
4 (102)
7 (178)
Indication Range
10 (254)
10 (254)
10 (254)
Configuration 3 Side Mount, Top & Bottom Flanges (probe sealwelded to flange)
Configuration 4 Side Mount, Interface, Top & Bottom Flanges (probe sealwelded to flange)
14.68 (373)
14.68 (373)
14.68 (373)
4 (102)
7 (178)
4 (102)
7 (178)
4 (102)
7 (178)
Indication Range
10 (254)
10 (254)
10 (254)
Configuration C Side Mount, Top & Bottom Flanges, Weldneck (probe sealwelded to flange)
Configuration D Side Mount, Interface, Top & Bottom Flanges, Weldneck (probe sealwelded to flange)
14.68 (373)
14.68 (373)
14.68 (373)
4 (102)
7 (178)
4 (102)
7 (178)
4 (102)
7 (178)
Indication Range
10 (254)
10 (254)
10 (254)
Configuration F Side Mount, Top & Bottom Flanges (probe threaded to flange)
Configuration G Side Mount, Interface, Top & Bottom Flanges (probe threaded to flange)
14.68 (373)
14.68 (373)
14.68 (373)
4 (102)
7 (178)
4 (102)
7 (178)
4 (102)
7 (178)
Indication Range
10 (254)
10 (254)
10 (254)
Configuration T Side Mount, Top & Bottom Flanges, Weldneck (probe threaded to flange)
Configuration U Side Mount, Interface, Top & Bottom Flanges, Weldneck (probe threaded to flange) 19
L M N P Q R S
DN DN DN DN DN DN DN
20 25 40 50 80 100 150
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Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
Pressure
TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
Y A B C D N P Q R S T U V W 0 HT insulation pad at +375 F (+191 C) or higher on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +500 F (+260 C) on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +1000 F (+538 C) on chamber only HT insulation blanket to +500 F (+260 C) on chamber and flanges HT insulation blanket to +1000 F (+538 C) on chamber and flanges Cryogenic insulation to -100 F (-73 C) Cryogenic insulation to -200 F (-129 C) Cryogenic insulation to -320 F (-196 C) Steam tracing Steam tracing with blanket Electric heat tracing +40 F (+4 C) and below with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +40 to +200 F (+4 to +93 C) with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +200 to +500 F (+93 to +260 C) with insulation blanket Electric heat tracing +500 to +800 F (+260 to +427 C) with insulation blanket None For process temperatures of +375 to +499 F (+191 to +259 C), an HT insulation
pad is required.
Field voltage, area classification and required temperature must be specified at time
of order placement.
Specify length in inches when first digit is 1, in lengths from 12 to 600 inches Specify length in centimeters when first digit is A, in lengths from 30 to 1524 cm.
22
7 (178)
7 (178)
7 (178)
9 9 6 3
Indication Range
9 6 6
Indication Range Indication Range
in.
3 0
3 0
3.5 (89) 10 (254)
in.
in.
0
3.5 (89) 10 (254)
15 12 9 6 3
1/2 Indication Range Customer Specified
9 9 6 6 3 0
Indication Range Customer Specified Indication Range
in.
in.
in.
0
3.5 (89) 10 (254) 4 (102) 3.5 (89) 3.5 (89)
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7 (178)
7 (178)
7 (178)
9 9 6 3
Indication Range
9 6 6
Indication Range
Indication Range
in.
3 0
3 0
3.5 (89) 10 (254)
in.
in.
0
3.5 (89) 10 (254)
Configuration C Side Mount Twin Chambers, Top & Bottom Flanges, Weldneck
7 (178)
4 (102)
15 12 9
3.5 (89)
7 (178)
7 (178)
9 6
Indication Range
9 6 3
Indication Range
6 3 3
1/2 Indication Range
in. in. in.
0
3.5 (89) 3.5 (89) 10 (254) 10 (254)
0
3.5 (89) 10 (254)
24
7 (178)
4 (102)
4 (102)
9.5 (241)
9 9 6 3 0
3.5 (89) 10 (254) Indication Range
9 6 6 3 0
3.5 (89) Indication Range Customer Specified Indication Range
in.
in.
in.
0
3.5 (89)
3.5 (89)
4 (102)
3.5 (89)
7 (178)
7 (178)
7 (178)
9 6 3
Indication Range
9 6 3
Indication Range
9 6 3 0
3.5 (89) 3.5 (89) 10 (254) 10 (254)
Indication Range
in.
in.
in.
0
3.5 (89) 10 (254)
25
3.27 (83)
4.12 (105)
MENU LANGUAGE
1 2 3 4
10.08 (256)
4.00 (102)
0 A
2.33 (59)
Mounting Flange
HOUSING MATERIAL
1 2 Cast aluminum 316 stainless steel
CONDUIT ENTRY
0 1 2 3 4" NPT M20 PG 13.5 PG 16
3
7
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O-RING MATERIAL
0 1 2 8 N Viton GFLT (use with probe types A & R) EPDM (use with probe types A & R) Kalrez 4079 (use with probe types A & R) Aegis PF128 (use with probe type S) None (use with probe types D & P)
MEASURING RANGE
XXX Probe length* * Inches with second digit E (Probe length specified should be
indication range of MLI plus 13 inches) Centimeters with second digit M (Probe length specified should be indication range of MLI plus 33 cm)
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3.27 (83)
4.12 (105)
MENU LANGUAGE
1 2 3 4
10.08 (256)
4.00 (102)
0 A
2.33 (59)
Mounting Flange
HOUSING MATERIAL
1 2 Cast aluminum 316 stainless steel
CONDUIT ENTRY
0 1 2 3 4" NPT M20 PG 13.5 PG 16
3
7
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MEASURING RANGE
XXX Probe length* * Inches with second digit E (Probe length specified should be
indication range of MLI plus 13 inches) Centimeters with second digit M (Probe length specified should be indication range of MLI plus 33 cm)
7
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MODEL NUMBER - ACCESSORIES JUPITER TRANSMITTER (FOR USE WITH ATLAS, AURORA, OR GEMINI)
OUTPUT
2 4 4-20 mA with LCD 4-20 mA with HART and LCD
Use top mount offset configuration with Atlas chamber mounting configurations 2, 3, 5, 6, B, C, Gemini configurations 2, 3, 5, 6, B, C, L, M, N, R, all Aurora. Consult factory for use with process temperatures over +175 F (+79 C).
TRANSMITTER HOUSING
1 2 3 4 Cast aluminum with 34" NPT conduit entry, FM/CSA: EP, IS, NI Cast aluminum with M20 conduit entry, FM/CSA: EP, IS, NI 316 SS with 34" NPT conduit entry, FM/CSA: EP, IS, NI 316 SS with M20 conduit entry, FM/CSA: EP, IS, NI
MEASURING RANGE X X X Probe length Inches with third digit numeric (Probe length specified should
be indication range of MLI plus 6 inches) Centimeters with third digit alpha (Probe length specified should be indication range of MLI plus 15 cm)
8.25 (210)
Indication Range
Indication Range
6.26 (159)
2
30
0.694 (18)
MODEL NUMBER - ACCESSORIES REED CHAIN (FOR USE WITH ATLAS, AURORA, OR GEMINI
ENCLOSURE
3.8 (97) REF. Label Bracket 0.4 (10) REF. 3.5 (90) REF. 4.5 (115) REF.
1 0
MOUNTING CONNECTION
0 1 Top mount Bottom mount
UNIT OF MEASURE
XXX = Span Active Length
E M
INDICATION RANGE
XXX Indication range
range plus 8 inches
ENCLOSURE
0 2 3 Standard enclosure Standard enclosure with cast aluminum junction box (ORS-3 only) Standard enclosure with stainless steel junction box (ORS-3 only)
3.0 (76) REF. 3.0 (76) 3.0 (76) REF. 5.5 (139) REF. 8.38 (212) REF. 1/2" MNPT 3/4" FNPT conduit connections 1/4" FNPT 7.35 (187)
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Copyright 2003, Orion Instruments, LLP. All rights reserved Printed in the U.S.A. Bulletin: ORI-138.1 Effective: October 2003