What is a Level Sensor?

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Industries use several different types of level sensors to detect their products. In this video, we are going to talk about the different types of level sensors used in the industry.
Level Sensors can be broken into two classifications, point level measurement, and continuous level measuring.
Point level measurement indicates when a product is present at a certain point and continuous level measuring indicates the continuous level of a product as it rises and falls.
The sensors for point level indication are “Capacitance”, “Optical”, “Conductivity”, “Vibrating” (Tuning Fork) and “Float Switch”.
The sensors for continuous level measuring are “Ultrasonic” and “Radar” (or Microwave).
A capacitance sensor is a proximity sensor that gives off an electrical field and detects a level by the effect on its electrical field.
These sensors are small, less expensive than other sensors, invasive to the product, accurate, and have no moving parts. However, they do have to be calibrated and will only detect certain liquids.
Capacitance sensors can be used in liquid storage tanks. A water treatment facility that has storage tanks would be an ideal use for a capacitance sensor.
The next point level sensor we will talk about is an optical level sensor. Optical sensors work by converting light rays into electrical signals which measure a physical quantity of light then translate it into a measurement.
These sensors have no moving parts, they are not affected by high pressure or temperature, are small in size, and can be used in liquid applications.
Another style of point level sensor is conductivity or resistance. A conductivity or resistance sensor uses a probe to read conductivity. The probe has a pair of electrodes and applies alternating current to them.
When a liquid covers the probe its electrodes form a part on an electric circuit, causing current to flow which signals a high or low level.
The advantages of using a conductivity level sensor are there are no moving parts, they are low cost, and fairly easy to use.
The disadvantages are they are invasive, meaning they must touch the product being sensed, they only sense conductive liquids, and the probe will erode over time.
Vibrating or tuning forks is another type of point level sensor. They use a fork-shaped sensing element with two tines. The fork vibrates at its natural resonant frequency. As the level changes, the frequency of the fork will change detecting the level.
These sensors are cost effective and are also compact. They are invasive to the product, meaning they have to touch the material to sense the level. These sensors are easy to install and are essentially maintenance-free.
Float switches use a float, a device that will raise or lower when a product is applied or removed, which will open or close a circuit as the level raises or lowers moving the float.
The advantages of a float switch are that it is a nonpowered device, it provides a direct indication, and they are inexpensive.
The disadvantages are they are invasive to the product, they have moving parts, and can be large in size. Float switches will only give an indication for a high or low level they cannot measure a variable level.
ultrasonic sensors work by emitting and receiving ultrasonic waves. The time it takes for the waves to reflect back is how distance is measured.
These sensors have no moving parts, are compact, and reliable.
The disadvantage of using this type of sensor is that they can be expensive and in some situations, the environment can have a negative effect on them.
The benefits of ultrasonic sensors are that they are non-invasive, or non-contact, they are unaffected by the properties of the material they are sensing, and they are self-cleaning because of the vibrations they give off.
Radar or microwave is also a continuous level sensor.
These sensors transmit microwaves by an antenna on the radar sensor.
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  • @abdessamadhajji3367
    @abdessamadhajji33675 жыл бұрын

    You can also use pressure sensors to measure level of a tank

  • @EngASax

    @EngASax

    5 жыл бұрын

    yeah, that's very fairly common.

  • @alikhanzulkashov4438

    @alikhanzulkashov4438

    5 жыл бұрын

    You are probably talking about differential pressure transmitter

  • @simoessmithlimakevan1803

    @simoessmithlimakevan1803

    4 жыл бұрын

    It isn't a differential pressure, he talk about a static pressure where the measurement is P= volumic mass of the fluid(rho)*g* h so, livel is : h= P/rho*g

  • @harshitsrivastava7700

    @harshitsrivastava7700

    Жыл бұрын

    Differential Pressure Transmitter

  • @ai5573
    @ai55735 жыл бұрын

    Capacitive level sensors can be used for continuous level measurement just as well, as far as I'm aware. There're couple more ways of continuous level measurement that would be worth mentioning: magnetostrictive, reed chain, guided wave radar, and using pressure sensors (single sensor for hydrostatic pressure in open tanks and two sensors for differential pressure in closed tanks). iId like to see some examples (even without brand names), reflecting how the common characteristics of different types of sensors are compared to each other (e.g. accuracy), and in whaat use cases you'd want to pick one vs. the other. I'd be especially interested in what can be used in battery-powered IIoT applications, i.e. to compare the power consumption characteristics, initialization time and time it takes to perform the measurement.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes, these are all excellent ways of measuring level. Guided wave radar is gaining in popularity because of its ability to overcome issues like foaming, and it is also very good for detecting interface levels. It is a wetted-type sensor, so materials of construction are important. Also, for tall tanks, it may require a clevis piece be installed in the bottom of the tank to avoid sway and impacting internals, such as agitators. Magnetorestrictive is very popular in oil/gas applications, especially for level gauge applications. Differential Pressure is by far the most-used method due to its low cost, relative ease of installation, and accuracy. And as you indicated, capacitance level measurement is excellent for continuous level measurement, especially for viscous and sticky materials.

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    @user-bx3cf7gp1u

    Жыл бұрын

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    Жыл бұрын

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    @user-bx3cf7gp1u

    Жыл бұрын

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  • @FeejoyTechnology
    @FeejoyTechnology3 жыл бұрын

    Radar level transmitter is a very powerful sensor which is suitable for a wide range of applications and media,you presented clearly,let me fully understand radar level transmitter,I will keep you in my thoughts and hope to get your attention as well.

  • @user-wk7lp1eq9r
    @user-wk7lp1eq9r4 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate what you do. Very interesting and helpful for students from Belarus!

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that! Thanks for sharing your support.

  • @flow5718
    @flow57185 жыл бұрын

    VW and Audis use a potentiometer to measure the fuel level.The voltage output of the sensor changes as the float (potentiometer arm) goes up and down.

  • @macmos1
    @macmos15 жыл бұрын

    Also, this is a fantastic channel-- extremely relevant in my job.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your positive feedback with us, Marco!

  • @nocoselelomaqoboza2351

    @nocoselelomaqoboza2351

    4 жыл бұрын

    instrumentation ?

  • @darbarisid
    @darbarisid5 жыл бұрын

    Very nice video.. I was confused about capacitive type.. was thinking it can be continuous but was shown as point type.. but one of the comments cleared my doubt that it can be used as both..

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Happy to hear that the comment section is helpful as well! Great students are leaving insightful comments all the time. Happy learning!

  • @saskiavanhoutert3190
    @saskiavanhoutert31905 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the explanation, now I know what can be used in tanks etc.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome, Saskia! Happy learning!

  • @allamasadi7970
    @allamasadi79704 жыл бұрын

    I can imagine a fictional character like Tony Stark watching these videos to educate himself, great video and great channel.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support!

  • @waymamma
    @waymamma2 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos, they are very informative. Thank you! You mentioned capacitance sensors fall under the point-level category, but technically they are capable of continuous level measurement as well. The Siemens SITRANS LC300 for example does continuous level measurement. Small point (pun intended) but worth mentioning :)

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    2 жыл бұрын

    Richard, thank you for your comment. Yes, there are capacitance level sensors designed for continuous level measurement as well. These sensors work on the principle of inverse frequency shifting capacitance detection, and they provide excellent level measurement for a wide range of liquids. Again, thanks for the feedback!

  • @waymamma

    @waymamma

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the reply. I work in R&D for one of the industry leaders in level measurement, though we don’t do Capacitance here in my lab any longer we focus on ranging technologies (ultrasonic and radar). I’ve seen some of the math used in the continuous capacitance transmitters and it’s indeed quite complex, though possible even with 8-bit MCUs which is pretty cool. Keep up the fantastic work!

  • @enriqueramirez8618
    @enriqueramirez86185 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video, an easy way of explaining the variety of sensor. I decided to subscribe to your courses and I hope to improve my abilities in programming.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that, Enrique! Welcome to the RealPars family!

  • @balajim8946
    @balajim89465 жыл бұрын

    Capacitance Level sensor that you showed is continuous type

  • @josepheastman8509

    @josepheastman8509

    4 жыл бұрын

    Discreet step, but probably not not just high or low right?

  • @braakabbany711

    @braakabbany711

    4 жыл бұрын

    No there are the two mode

  • @sufiomargasanov3952
    @sufiomargasanov3952 Жыл бұрын

    Why have you forgotten about the pressure level sensor, one of the best, and also want to add to the capacitance sensor - huge problems due to foam , I don't recommend it at the food industry

  • @justengineering7602
    @justengineering76022 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for making this informative video. very useful video for students doing industrial automation. All types of level sensors are explained very well expect free space radar, guided wave radar, capacitance, gamma pressure sensors that comes under continuous level measurement. Keep posting such videos.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @melquiadesdelgadoramirez680
    @melquiadesdelgadoramirez6805 жыл бұрын

    I would add very well explained videos. However, you didn't mention Gamma Radioactive-based Level Sensors, used for both Continuous and Point Level Measurement of liquids, solids and slurries. With no moving parts and non-invasive elements is a good alternative for level measurement in huge recipients.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes, nuclear level gauges (gamma gauges) are very useful for tanks that store very corrosive or hazardous chemicals because these gauges do not contact the fluid. However, they are very expensive to purchase and in many countries (like the US), special training is required of the instrument technicians and special reporting is required for moving or replacing the nuclear sources. These types of level sensors are heavily used in the oil and refining industries.

  • @pcrb2695
    @pcrb26953 жыл бұрын

    Dear Realpars Team, Could you please create an video on practical math behind each type of measurement? Eg., Capacitance type works on C = (epsilon*A) / d (correct me if im wrong) like wise kindly explain all of the measurement techniques. when we map instrument self calculation against with the theoretical formula which will help us in the real world where the error is lying whether its with instrument or in the control loop etc., Suppose the way we do calculation(to find unknown temperature from a known resistance measured from multimeter eg., measured resistance at RTD as 115 ohms; Temp Coefficient = 0.00385; R0=100) for RTD like Rt= R0(1+alpha*t) ; if i simplify this equation we will get approx.t = 38.9 degC which will give us quick conclusion without seeing any standard table etc.,where actually the problem is. Kindly do the needful Best Regards, PC Raju

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the topic suggestion, Raju! I will definitely go ahead and forward this to our creator team. Happy learning!

  • @brd8764
    @brd87643 жыл бұрын

    A sensor is a sensing device which senses information which is as a variable value for some reason for which it is required to be used in automation systems.

  • @jfraunity7925
    @jfraunity79254 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your very clear lectures.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome, Zahir!

  • @nguyenthanhlong8205
    @nguyenthanhlong82054 жыл бұрын

    such a useful knowledge for Automation field, from VietNam

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that! Thanks for sharing that with us.

  • @chunkyjungle
    @chunkyjungle5 жыл бұрын

    As mentioned below there are other types but one that is not mentioned is laser level transmitters. They are continuous and compete with thru air radar and ultrasonic. Mainly used for solids applications but can measure liquids even clear liquids. The downside is that they are an optical device so the lens has to stay clean. There are accessories to help overcome these challenges though i.e. dust tubes, purge rings, built in heater for the lens, etc...

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Great comment! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us!

  • @Planet-of-the-Gibbons
    @Planet-of-the-Gibbons2 жыл бұрын

    Great! I know better now.

  • @user-tt8xc7ff2t
    @user-tt8xc7ff2t5 ай бұрын

    We have been searching oil level sensor at the bottom of methanol tank. The system contains a few parts where methanol liquid comes in contact with sealing oil. Since methanol is highly inflammable, corrosive, and toxic to human, I am having trouble what kind of oil level sensor to install to the tank. I would appreciate some advice.

  • @MrDawen1997
    @MrDawen19974 жыл бұрын

    Best channel on youtube ! ps: could you do a video about structure text programming in TIA portal?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey! Thanks for sharing your suggestion with us! I have sent this over to our course developers. Happy learning!

  • @akhileshgupta8849
    @akhileshgupta88492 жыл бұрын

    informative for interview preparation. thanks

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot!

  • @brianshelley88
    @brianshelley885 жыл бұрын

    For smaller tanks ie

  • @jimbass924
    @jimbass9243 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video, informative, challenging and great summary

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot, Jim!

  • @chituantran5794
    @chituantran57943 жыл бұрын

    I would like to state that why do I not find out this channel soon. Thanks admin this channeel, enjoyable. 🥰🥰🥰

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoy it!

  • @suriasaran5050
    @suriasaran50505 жыл бұрын

    Nice explanation.. From India....

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that, Suria! Happy learning!

  • @techs5384
    @techs53845 жыл бұрын

    It’s so good to see these videos, not the drunken live streams. Keep to the format

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @ElectricityAndEnergy
    @ElectricityAndEnergy5 жыл бұрын

    very useful explanation , Great Graphics 👌👌👌

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that! Thanks a lot.

  • @weizhang3513

    @weizhang3513

    3 жыл бұрын

    Our company is mainly engaged in liquid level sensor products. If you are interested, please go to our company's official website to check relevant products. Web:www.level-measure.com E-mail:zhangfangwei18@163.com Call:15896421004

  • @martinmukangwa5050
    @martinmukangwa50504 жыл бұрын

    I like realpars videos...its an educative channel

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Happy to hear that, Martin!

  • @WayneRiesterer
    @WayneRiesterer3 ай бұрын

    Fantastic videos as always. Thanks :)

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @mujeebahmadkhan9996
    @mujeebahmadkhan99962 жыл бұрын

    Found your channel to be really helpful to me. Thanks a lot for sharing with us. Your new subscriber.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, thank you!

  • @hyacinthtatang4427
    @hyacinthtatang44275 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sir. The information is very useful.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome, Founui!

  • @PRNadh
    @PRNadh3 жыл бұрын

    Greatly helpful in daily life.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's great to hear! Keep up the good work!

  • @TheKash40
    @TheKash405 жыл бұрын

    Very precise video on LTs 👍 kindly make a video if possible on "pull rope type LT", how to perform maintainance and calibration.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Kashu, Thanks for the topic suggestion, I will definitely go ahead and forward this to our creator team. Happy learning!

  • @amrouche.abdesselam
    @amrouche.abdesselam5 жыл бұрын

    I didnt't regret by pushing the subscribed and the notifications button Great video RealPars!! Could you please do a video about As-Interface ?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that, Amrouche! Thanks for the topic suggestion, I will definitely go ahead and forward this to our creator team. Happy learning!

  • @roger72715
    @roger727154 жыл бұрын

    Excellent presentation. Great channel.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Rondeep!

  • @AluwaniRalineba
    @AluwaniRalineba4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for such an awesome informative video. I would like to know how effective are continuous sensors in measurements where there is a lot of turbulence?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support, Aluwani! That makes for a great topic suggestion, I will happily forward that to our course developers. Hopefully, this is a topic we can focus on in the future. Thank you!

  • @cristianocarvalho2106
    @cristianocarvalho21064 жыл бұрын

    It is a good video, but I think it would be important talnk about pressure sensores for measuring liquid levels.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your comment and feedback, Cristiano!

  • @circulasbutton409
    @circulasbutton4093 ай бұрын

    Great explanation!, although im having trouble to identify the type of sensors for my aboveground fuel tanks... do you mind recommending me which type is the best for detecting petroleum and diesels??

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for reaching out with your question. While we'd love to assist you in finding the right sensor for your application, it's important to consider the specific engineering requirements of your controller and electrical system, as well as any local electrical safety codes that may apply in your area. To ensure you receive the most accurate recommendation, we suggest reaching out to your engineering group or a local vendor specializing in these sensors. Additionally, here's a link to an international company that may offer products suitable for your needs, which you can review at your convenience. www.emerson.com/en-us/automation/rosemount

  • @sushilgharat2264
    @sushilgharat22643 жыл бұрын

    Great video for learner's like me.. Thanq RP.. 😃

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help!

  • @arwilljoshpolinag8565
    @arwilljoshpolinag856524 күн бұрын

    What is most suitable sensor for detecting the level of a fuel tank? Also, is it possible to use this sensor with Arduino or ESP32? Its for my thesis. Thank you

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    22 күн бұрын

    Thank you for your question. I'm sorry, but I cannot recommend a specific fuel tank sensor as the best choice depends on various factors, including your application, power voltage, and load requirements. If you're looking for a sensor for the automotive industry, you have many options, typically float-type sensors operating at 12 VDC. While it is possible to power these sensors from your computer, you would likely need an interface to manage the voltage and current requirements. This can be done using relay logic, among other methods. Happy learning! If you have more questions, feel free to ask.

  • @pranitadalvi2409
    @pranitadalvi24095 жыл бұрын

    This was fabulous ..🤘 Please make a video on Pressure measurement units

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Pranita, thanks for your support and for the topic suggestion, I will definitely go ahead and forward this to our creator team. Happy learning!

  • @chaurasiyaarunkumar
    @chaurasiyaarunkumar3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for helpful information.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome, Arun!

  • @oluwatoyinkehinde5375
    @oluwatoyinkehinde53756 ай бұрын

    Nice and easy

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad to hear that!

  • @dennismuralles6729
    @dennismuralles67295 жыл бұрын

    Could you please, talk about diferents between NPN and PNP inputs/outputs againts relays outputs in a PLC. thanks you

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dennis, thanks for the topic suggestion, I will definitely go ahead and forward this to our creator team. Happy learning!

  • @dennismuralles6729

    @dennismuralles6729

    Жыл бұрын

    @@realpars you guys are the best 3 years later im still learning from you. thumbs up.

  • @cssjourney4234
    @cssjourney42343 ай бұрын

    i have recently installed vibrating tuning fork type level switch on oil circulation line. And problem is that switch is continously vibrating and acting lke there is no fluid present in line. my question is what would be the cause of this type of behavior?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for reaching out. It's essential to consider the application when selecting a sensor, as we discussed in our video on this topic. Understanding what type of sensor was previously used on the circulation line and what its purpose was can provide valuable insights. Engineering calculations and careful design are necessary to ensure the new sensor is well-suited to the application's requirements. I've included a link for your reference, which provides further information on this type of sensor. Feel free to explore it at your convenience. assets.new.siemens.com/siemens/assets/api/uuid:bc2c544a-9ac7-48f9-8ed3-bc71cf66157e/PIBR-L10276-0722-Level-Guide.pdf

  • @solutionsgalore1760
    @solutionsgalore17604 жыл бұрын

    great teaching...learnt a lot

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that, Dennis! Happy learning!

  • @suhaibsamanige549
    @suhaibsamanige5494 жыл бұрын

    Grear explanation. I love it

  • @ashikazarudeen508
    @ashikazarudeen5084 жыл бұрын

    Your contents are very awesome & helpful. Could you please put a video about the initial configuration of radar & Ultrasonic level transmitters

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Ashik! Thanks for your comment and your suggestion. I will pass this on to our course developers! Thanks for sharing and happy learning!

  • @tinashechigu9839
    @tinashechigu98392 жыл бұрын

    What about a level probe which consists of a float moving up and down a certain bar which seem to be conductive mainly used for continuous measurement

  • @ibrahimalabyed2576
    @ibrahimalabyed25764 жыл бұрын

    Best channel on youtube

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support, Ibrahim!

  • @neverbethesame-j4k
    @neverbethesame-j4kАй бұрын

    What is the most suitable sensor for detecting the level of food in a container, such as pet feed? Also, is it possible to use this sensor with an Arduino? I really needed it for my capstone project.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you for your question! You can use sensors like the HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensor, which is commonly used with Arduino, to detect the level of food. Happy learning

  • @aniketkamble3236
    @aniketkamble32363 жыл бұрын

    Very informative, thanks!

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure, Aniket!

  • @shahariarhassan9270
    @shahariarhassan92703 жыл бұрын

    Capacitive level sensors are continuous level sensors, aren't they?

  • @sajid4upn
    @sajid4upn3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent explantation

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it

  • @shanmugamn2016
    @shanmugamn20164 жыл бұрын

    Good explanation 👌👌👍.. Thank you 😊❤️

  • @ahmedsafwat2373
    @ahmedsafwat23734 жыл бұрын

    very helpful explanation great effort from you guys thanks

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear that, Ahmed!

  • @k50159
    @k501594 жыл бұрын

    Awesome tutorial. Thanks a lot

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support, Sharifski!

  • @sebastiannielsen
    @sebastiannielsen4 жыл бұрын

    Also, you are a bit wrong about microwave and ultrasonic sensors requiring "no calibration". All level sensors except for certain point sensors, need calibration, because else the sensor cannot know the shape of the tank. Even if the tank has a continious size, the sensor must atleast know the diameter of the tank. Imagine if the tank were to be upside down cone-shaped to aid in product removal at the bottom. This would of course mean that 1ft of product in the bottom of the tank, is not as much as 1ft of product in the top of tank. Thats why calibration is neccessary, to tell the system how the tank looks like, and thus being able to sense how much product (in liters) there is in the tank. A calibration routine can look like that it asks to fill the tank with X liters of product, push a button, then fill the tank with X liters of product again, push a button etc until finished. It will then record a curve over how the change in ft relates to change in liters. However, when a sensor is used to only detect "tank is empty" or "tank is full" to signal to prevent dry-run or overfilling, then calibration is not neccessary for microwave/ultrasonic sensors. But you are right that these sensors doesn't require re-calibration at regular intervals. Once set up, they are set up for good.

  • @sebastiannielsen

    @sebastiannielsen

    3 жыл бұрын

    ​@Theo Gavoille Thats exactly what calibration is about - how a signal from a for example scale, level sensor, distance sensor, light sensor etc is intepreted and maps to real world values, for example volume, light level, distance in meters etc. Some sensors however drift with time, for example if they become dirty or simply components wearing out with time, thus requiring regular recalibration. Some sensors do not require recalibration at regular intervals, but all sensors require some sort of setup, kind of "initial calibration" to make it fit for the enviroment it being used. Except for certain level sensors which only use their mechanical position to decide what for level or volume to measure.

  • @user-em3en3sx9u
    @user-em3en3sx9u Жыл бұрын

    Hi just wanna ask if do you have any recommend device to identify the weight of mixed powder in the hopper with open at the bottom, thank you so much.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there, Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, I can’t make any recommendations, as I don’t fully know your process. However, here are two companies that might be able to help with your question, and they also have information for your review. You can also google the for-weight sensing scales. Happy learning! www.omega.com/en-us/ www.keyence.com/products/

  • @najeebkhanswat
    @najeebkhanswat5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the lesson

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome, Najeebullah!

  • @simedward0903
    @simedward09032 жыл бұрын

    Ultrasonic level transmitter liquid vapor can cause an overestimate of the level in the pond?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    2 жыл бұрын

    It could. Substantial liquid vapor can "muddle" the reflected signal and cause error in the measurement. This can be mostly overcome by calibrating the sensor under normal operating conditions, including the head space environmental conditions. Use of ultrasonic sensors with a normal amount of liquid vapor (well below the saturation point) should not pose a problem.

  • @sameersalem1827
    @sameersalem18275 жыл бұрын

    Great work thank you very much.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome, Sameer!

  • @sameersalem1827

    @sameersalem1827

    5 жыл бұрын

    💐

  • @creativeeee
    @creativeeee3 жыл бұрын

    nice and so informative video

  • @EkcommanMan-hc4vd
    @EkcommanMan-hc4vd3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much sir

  • @iDrunkky
    @iDrunkky5 жыл бұрын

    There are more ways like DP measrument method displacemnt method

  • @hosseinvaziridoghozlu1183
    @hosseinvaziridoghozlu11833 жыл бұрын

    Comprehensive and excellent

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support, Hossein!

  • @4edt
    @4edt Жыл бұрын

    Sir I need help to choose the proper sensor to calculate water level with range 0-3mm, thanks

  • @P.J16
    @P.J163 жыл бұрын

    1:15 capacitive could be a continuous level indication sensor, although exist also point level

  • @tanbirulquadirchoudhury4818
    @tanbirulquadirchoudhury48185 жыл бұрын

    Can a capacitance sensor be a (used as ) continous level sensor?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes. There are many manufacturers and models of continuous capacitance level sensors. Just make sure you buy the correct transmitter for your application. A capacitance point level sensor typically cannot be used for continuous level without a change of electronics. You can use a continuous level transmitter as a point level sensor by defining an alarm contact at the desired level.

  • @sumigeorge6700
    @sumigeorge67003 жыл бұрын

    Capacitance type can be used for continuous level measurement . Why is it mentioned here to be a point type?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent question! Capacitance level sensors come in two types: those that can be used for continuous level sensing and those that can be used for point level sensing. In industry, capacitance is most often used for point level detection (level switch), but continuous level applications are very important in many industries and applications, such as brine tanks.

  • @sumigeorge6700

    @sumigeorge6700

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the reply. The videos shared are highly appreciated. Thank you

  • @mrhuy5204
    @mrhuy52043 жыл бұрын

    An useful video and thanks for sharing :)

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! Our pleasure!

  • @wowvideos920
    @wowvideos9205 жыл бұрын

    Great material.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @waseemlucky7331
    @waseemlucky73315 жыл бұрын

    Excellent job sir ..... awesome ........ superb .... amazing

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support, Waseem! Happy learning!

  • @waseemlucky7331

    @waseemlucky7331

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@realpars My pleasure Sir ....

  • @labhsingh1615
    @labhsingh16154 жыл бұрын

    Thanks you sir for this video

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome, Labh, thanks for your comment!

  • @alinamelz2529
    @alinamelz25294 жыл бұрын

    hello, thanks a lot for your explanations. can you do a video about trap steam, types, how they work and effective places to install.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Alina! Thanks for your comment and your suggestion. I will pass this on to our course developers! Thanks for sharing and happy learning!

  • @rixpanapasa8977
    @rixpanapasa89775 жыл бұрын

    awesome stuff..thanks for sharing 👍

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Happy learning!

  • @tempegoreng2345
    @tempegoreng23453 жыл бұрын

    Hy, i really like the video And i have something to ask for What is exactly the difference between ultrasonic and radar sensors?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Agra, Thanks for your comment and great question! This would make for an interesting video course, I will go ahead and forward this to our course developers for possible future video courses. Thanks for sharing and happy learning!

  • @manojjp8988
    @manojjp89884 жыл бұрын

    Great application of modern day science, but will the continuous level be acid resistant? What is the MOC of the these level sensors.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    There are many types of acids, so there is not one universal answer to your question. However, Hastelloy C is often a good choice for acid chlorides. Telfon-coated sensors are generally good for all acidic service, but not all manufacturers have Teflon-coating as an option.

  • @sadiqabubakar5339
    @sadiqabubakar53394 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this Great video!! Can I use the ultrasonic radar to check the level of my gas cylinder?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    A gas cylinder may or may not have a liquid phase. If it is does, it is possible, but not recommended to use ultrasonic for the level. The liquid and gas phase above the liquid are in equilibrium, and as the cylinder is used, the pressure of the gas changes, causing a change in density. This change alters the sound wave reflection time, and false readings would be given without a fairly complex pressure-compensation calculation. It can be done, but gas cylinder level is best detected by pressure or load cell (scale).

  • @TheCommonSenseProfessor
    @TheCommonSenseProfessor3 жыл бұрын

    First off, great video as always. I am curious why you list capacitance level probes as point level measurement and small? Thank you again, your videos are always a great tool for my classes.

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    Capacitance level sensors come in two basic configurations. The types used for point-level detection are usually compact, similar to a tuning fork type sensor. Capacitance sensors used for analog level measurement are typically much larger (longer) and installed from the top of the tank or vessel.

  • @HariKumar-um4rh
    @HariKumar-um4rh5 жыл бұрын

    Can u make a detailed video for logo plc and its programming.....

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Hari, Thanks for the topic suggestion, I will definitely go ahead and forward this to our creator team. Happy learning!

  • @jishadus5683
    @jishadus56834 жыл бұрын

    We need a level sensor like float switch that measure high level of tank . We are using resin in the tank and need a siren sound system that work at tank max. Level . Which sensor is the best and how it’s use?

  • @weizhang3513

    @weizhang3513

    3 жыл бұрын

    Our company is mainly engaged in liquid level sensor products. If you are interested, please go to our company's official website to check relevant products. Web:www.level-measure.com E-mail:zhangfangwei18@163.com Call:15896421004

  • @loudabarca8676
    @loudabarca8676 Жыл бұрын

    thank you🤩🤩🤩🤩

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re very welcome!

  • @malxruxes6704
    @malxruxes67043 жыл бұрын

    Hi, i am currently researching sensors - for the purpose of checking high/low values in water tanks stationed at peoples homes. From this video a conductivity sensor seems appropriate as i wish to do as little damage as possible to the water tank, and it needs to be cost efficient. Do you have any thoughts, and are there any research material you would recommend?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    3 жыл бұрын

    For this application, either a capacitance probe or a Hall effect sensor would likely be a good fit. Residential water tanks are constructed out of metal or plastic, and depending on the application, may be outfitted with varying degrees of insulated jacketing. You will need to do some “on-the-ground” testing to see which sensors work best. The good news is that these sensors are fairly inexpensive (

  • @ANILKumar-jf8tk
    @ANILKumar-jf8tk5 жыл бұрын

    Sir please explain VFD internal circuit how to firing igbt working and how set firing angle ???

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    I am going to refer to to this link for a very direct explanation: www.vfds.com/blog/switching-it-up-igbt.

  • @jorgetobiasrevuelta9888
    @jorgetobiasrevuelta98885 жыл бұрын

    very useful! as always...

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Jorge! Happy learning!

  • @jmsantos2586
    @jmsantos25864 жыл бұрын

    What type of level sensor will you use for a Diesel Generator with a skid base tank?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    The main sensor technologies used to measure diesel fuel level are differential pressure sensors, capacitive level probes, ultrasonic sensors and radar sensors, especially guided wave radar. From experience, I have had the best results with capacitive and guided wave radar level sensors with diesel fuel tanks.

  • @jmsantos2586

    @jmsantos2586

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@realpars Thank you for the response. The harder part is the installation since the skid tank has low depth. Example: 25kVA Diesel Engine Generator on a skid base tank. Do you have a specific model or brand of capacitive level probes to recommend?

  • @muthubmuthu4951
    @muthubmuthu49515 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome!

  • @micki312
    @micki3124 жыл бұрын

    Which continuous level can see the different level of oil/water in the same tank?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    The best method is guided wave radar (GWR). Capacitance-type probes and dual-float level sensors are all good choices. However, GWR is the easiest to setup and maintain, and I feel provides the most stable and reliable reading over time.

  • @tullgutten
    @tullgutten2 жыл бұрын

    You forgot an continuous level sensor mostly everyone have. In the fuel tank of cars it is a resistive continuous level sensor that uses a float and a potensiometer as a voltage divider

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your comment. Our focus is mainly on industrial processes, but the gas tank level is a very common use of the same principles of level measurement used in industry. Thank you for pointing this out!

  • @MrSidra2009
    @MrSidra20094 жыл бұрын

    Awesome thank you

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome!

  • @cck0728
    @cck07285 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video. Pressure gauges can also be used as level gauges....Isn't it?

  • @iDrunkky

    @iDrunkky

    5 жыл бұрын

    It is rather called gauge glass or glass indicator

  • @sjholmesbrown

    @sjholmesbrown

    5 жыл бұрын

    Indeed, hydrostatic level sensors use the pressure of a column of liquid to determine depth and thus level. Capacitive level sensors can also be continuous, they use a long rod suspended into the medium

  • @cck0728

    @cck0728

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@iDrunkky No it's not like this. It's a different story.

  • @darbarisid

    @darbarisid

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@sjholmesbrown thanks it helped.. I was confused about capacitive type.. was thinking it can be continuous but was shown as point type..

  • @nurarif8954
    @nurarif8954 Жыл бұрын

    Thank U

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    Жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @UHTMK3579
    @UHTMK35795 жыл бұрын

    One more sensor with rotating blades which is commonly used in foundry

  • @macmos1
    @macmos15 жыл бұрын

    Isn't a a capacitance level sensor continuous?

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    5 жыл бұрын

    Capacitance level sensors are usually set up with electronics for continuous measurement, but also can be specified as point level sensors as well. Most continuous level sensors are equipped with NO/NC relay pairs that can be used for alarming or as digital logic signals.

  • @kareemdyb7195
    @kareemdyb71954 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    4 жыл бұрын

    You are welcome, Kareem!

  • @JZ-Sensor
    @JZ-Sensor7 ай бұрын

    USEFUL

  • @realpars

    @realpars

    7 ай бұрын

    Glad to hear that! Happy learning