The IFM LR8000 is a modular guided wave radar level sensor for continuous measurement in tanks and containers. It is designed for water, oils, coolants, and other suitable industrial liquids. The modular concept combines an evaluation unit with a probe that can be adapted to different container heights. The sensor provides multiple switching outputs for flexible level control. A four-digit display provides clear local indication and setup information.
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The LR8000 uses a separate probe and evaluation concept. This allows the probe to be shortened to match the container height. Guided wave radar provides continuous level information. The system is designed for direct contact with the measured liquid. This provides stable level monitoring for industrial tanks.
The LR8000 provides four switching outputs. These outputs allow several level limits to be monitored using one sensor. Switching functions can be configured according to the process requirement. This can reduce the need for multiple individual point-level sensors. It is therefore suitable for complex tank-control tasks.
The four-digit display provides local access to level and parameter information. Operators can configure the sensor directly at the unit. The display simplifies commissioning and troubleshooting. The modular probe concept provides installation flexibility. This makes the LR8000 suitable for automated process systems.
Guided wave radar
Continuous level measurement
Modular transmitter concept
Shortenable probe
Four switching outputs
Four-digit display
Water compatibility
Oil compatibility
Coolant compatibility
Tank-level monitoring
Industrial automation
Process-level control
Local parameter setting
IO-Link family integration
Storage tanks
Process vessels
Water tanks
Oil tanks
Coolant reservoirs
Filling systems
Level alarms
Pump control
Industrial automation
Process monitoring
Four switching outputs allow multiple level thresholds to be handled by one device. These can support filling, emptying, alarm, and pump-control functions. The arrangement can reduce the number of separate sensors required. The guided wave radar probe provides continuous level information. This gives the LR8000 a flexible role in tank automation.
The probe can be shortened to match different container heights. This modular approach simplifies inventory and installation. The evaluation electronics remain separate from the probe measurement section. A clear display provides local information. This makes the LR8000 suitable for different tank configurations.
| Specification | LR8000 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Continuous level sensor |
| Model | LR8000 |
| Measuring Principle | Guided wave radar |
| Design | Modular transmitter |
| Probe Type | Guided probe |
| Probe Adaptation | Probe can be shortened |
| Measurement | Continuous level |
| Number of Digital Outputs | 4 |
| Output Type | Switching |
| Level Monitoring | Multi-point |
| Display | 4-digit |
| Display Function | Level/parameter indication |
| Media | Water |
| Media | Oils |
| Media | Coolants |
| Application | Tanks |
| Application | Containers |
| Process Automation | Yes |
| Pump Control | Yes |
| Filling Control | Yes |
| Emptying Control | Yes |
| Level Alarm | Yes |
| Installation | Tank/process vessel |
| Sensor Construction | Modular |
| Measurement Contact | Direct probe |
| Technology | Radar |
| Control Integration | PLC |
| Parameter Setting | Local |
| Product Family | LR |
| Manufacturer | IFM |
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