Cavity tanks
Level measurement in cavity service tanks on navy and research vessels
Process data
Measuring task
Level measurement
Measuring point
Tank
Measuring range up to
20 m
Medium
Water, drinking water, diesel, kerosene
Process temperature
0 … +30 °C
Process pressure
0 … 0 bar
Special challenges
Difficult tank shapes, installation from above or laterally, ship approvals
Application
To extend the duration of stay at sea, every cubic centimetre of space on navy and research vessels is utilised. All available spaces and any inaccessible places on the ship are used as additional tanks for drinking water, diesel or aviation fuel. The tank shape and dimensions are completely different from familiar standard tanks. Depending on the type and size of the ship, they can also extend over several decks. A reliable level measurement is indispensable for the operation of these ships.
Your benefit
Reliable
Reliable and accurate measurement, independent of the medium properties
Cost effective
Common sensor type for all applications reduces spare parts stocking
User friendly
Simple, easily accessible mounting from top
Recommended products
VEGAPULS 63
Radar sensor for level measurement in cavity tanks
- An existing monitoring well can be used for reliable non-contact measurement of the level
- Measurement is independent of internal fixtures and constrictions
- Accurate measurement, regardless of the medium
Measuring range - Distance
35 m
Process temperature
-196 ... 200 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 16 bar
VEGAPULS 66
Non-contact level measurement with radar in cavity tanks
- Sensor couples its signal directly into the sounding pipe
- Special fitting enables to perform manual sounding
- Costs for a second monitoring well are saved
Measuring range - Distance
35 m
Process temperature
-60 ... 400 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 160 bar
US 6479 
BR 4021 
VN 3607 
AU 1516 
TH 1338 
JP 1285 
CA 1046 
SG 959 
