Data Sheet - LA-HN & LA-HP Sensors

JOWA USA
MetritapeTM Hastelloy Level Sensors LA-HN and LA-HP
Features:
• Hastelloy construction provides excellent
chemical compatibility
• Proprietary laser welding process delivers

years of service in demanding environments
• All electric resistance-tape sensor for stable

output; no moving parts to stick or break
• Tank top mounted for easy installation
• Virtually maintenance-free
• Intrinsically safe
• Can combine level and temperature

capability in a single sensor
• Wide operating temperature range
Description:
The LA-HN and LA-HP level sensors are used to

gauge petroleum products and many chemicals with
temperatures up to 107°C (225°F).
The LA-HN and LA-HP level sensors are available in

overall lengths of 1 to 36 meters (3 to 120 feet). Both
models have a high resolution helix and gold-on-gold
electric contacts for 5 mm (1/4”) turns resolution and
long-term contact stability. The LA-HN is enclosed in
a Nylon 12 channel for physical protection (LA-HP
is enclosed in a polypropylene channel). The filter
assembly protects the sensor from moisture and
contaminants and provides pressure equalization.
Optional temperature detection can be included

in either model with up to three (3) RTD detectors
mounted within the sensor envelope at specified
locations.
Models LA-HN and LA-HP may not be suited for use

in some chemicals, caustics, high vapor-pressure
materials, or under cryogenic or high level nuclear
radiation conditions. Check factory for details.
MetritapeTM Hastelloy Level Sensors LA-HN and LA-HP
Operation Principle: Technical Data:
(3)
The resistance-tape sensor’s Sensor Length: 1 to 36 meters or 3 to 120 feet.
outer envelope jacket (1), is
compressed by hydrostatic Temperature Range: -15° to 107°C (5° to 225°F).
pressure causing the gold plated (1) Wetted Materials: Hastelloy C276, 304 Stainless Steel
nichrome wire helix to contact and Nylon 12 for LA-HN or Polypropylene for LA-HP.
the stainless steel base strip (2)
(2). The resulting resistance (3) Active Helix: Starts 160 mm (6.3 in) from sensor zero,
indicates the length of active or extends to approximately 70 mm (2.7 in) from sensor
uncontacted helix, and the dis- bottom.
tance from sensor top to liquid Helix Resolution: 5 mm (1/4 inch).
surface.
Actuation Depth: Nominal 180 mm (7.1 inch) head of
water, offset at calibration.
Installation:
Specific Gravity Effect: 1% increase in SG causes
The LA-HN and LA-HP sensors are installed into a nominal 1.8 mm increase in indicated level, (can be
customer supplied, vented stillpipe with a minimum calibrated).
interior diameter of 40 mm (1.55 inches). Specific
Resistance Gradient: 1000Ω/meter (305Ω/ft), ± 1.5%.
stillpipe construction may vary with application. Actual value supplied and effect removed at calibra-
tion.
To Specify Length - (1) Select stillpipe in feet or
meters; (2) Specify LA-HN or LA-HP sensor of same Helix Temperature Coefficient: 40 ppm/°C.
length as stillpipe; (3) LS = LP and stillpipe will extend
Frequency Response: 0 to 0.1 Hz at 1 m amplitude.
beyond sensor by 45 mm (1 3/4 inches), the height of
close nipple. Sensor Filter: Polypropylene, HDPE and Acetal. Filter
life of 24 to 48 months, depending upon application and
level cycle activity.
Pressure Equalization: Direct equalization ± 1 atm.
Temperature Detectors: Up to three RTDs per
sensor, 2-wire 1000Ω platinum (TP). Located .6 m (2.0')
from bottom, 3 m (9.8') from sensor top, and at 50% of
sensor length.
Approvals: When used with approved zener barrier,
sensor is intrinsically safe. FM: Class I, Division 1,
Groups C, D.
Sensor Weight: .5 kg (1.1 lb), plus .24 kg/m (.15 lb/ft).
Sensor Shipment/Storage: Generally coiled on
paperboard reel and packed in corrugated box
107 x 107 x 8 cm (42 x 42 x 3 in.). Packing with reel and
box adds 3.0 kg (6.5 lbs.) to sensor weight.
JOWA USA
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MetritapeTM Hastelloy Level Sensors LA-HN and LA-HP

• Proprietary laser welding process delivers

• All electric resistance-tape sensor for stable

• Tank top mounted for easy installation

• Can combine level and temperature

• Wide operating temperature range

The LA-HN and LA-HP level sensors are used to

The LA-HN and LA-HP level sensors are available in

Optional temperature detection can be included

Models LA-HN and LA-HP may not be suited for use

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