Hexane storage tank
Level measurement and point level detection in hexane storage tank
Process data
Measuring task
Level measurement and point level detection
Measuring point
Tank
Measuring range up to
15 m
Medium
n-Hexane
Process temperature
-40 … +50 °C
Process pressure
0 … +6 bar
Special challenges
Media with low dielectric constant
Application
In pharmaceutical production, Hexane is a commonly used solvent and reaction medium, as well as an agent for oil and grease extraction. This colourless liquid has a slight petrol odour and is highly volatile light hydrocarbon, readily forming highly flammable vapour-air mixtures. When the tank is emptied, no residues may remain inside. Reliable level measurement and overfill protection is an absolute necessity for safe storage and handling.
Your benefit
Reliable
Approved materials in compliance with FDA and EC 1935/2004
Cost effective
Simple, fast setup
User friendly
Simple mounting
Recommended products
VEGAPULS 64
Non-contact radar level measurement in hexane storage tank
- Measurement down to the tank bottom, even in media with low dielectric constant
- Strong focusing of the radar beam allows exact measurement
- Easy installation thanks to small process fittings
Measuring range - Distance
30 m
Process temperature
-196 ... 200 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 25 bar
VEGASWING 63
Vibrating level switch for point level detection in hexane storage tank
- Accurate level detection thanks to adjustment-free, media-independent switching point
- An enamel coating guarantees a long service life for the sensor and protects it against corrosive media
- Test button for easy testing of instrument functionality during operation
Process temperature
-50 ... 250 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 64 bar
Version
Standard
Hygienic applications
with gas-tight leadthrough
with tube extension
with temperature adapter
US 12934 
GB 10101 
CA 8849 
AU 8517 
IE 4986 
NZ 4190 
BR 2412 
SG 1069 
