Level Measurement Solutions for Fractionator Column Bottom and Trays
Optimize Fractionator Operations with Radar Level Measurement Technology
Cost-effective Operation and Efficient Hydrocarbon Separation
Fractionator columns require the highest possible product throughput for cost-effective operation and efficient hydrocarbon separation. These columns can face challenges, such as build-up, when handling hydrocarbons at high temperatures and pressures. With this application, users have the option to measure levels either directly in the tower or via a bypass chamber. Direct measurements, typically using differential pressure level solutions, are suitable for precise level detection but may pose potential leakage risks. Conversely, using a bypass chamber with guided wave radar is considered best practice for its reliability and ease of serviceability. Each method has its advantages, and the choice depends on specific operational needs and maintenance preferences.
Rosemount Level Measurement Technology offers advanced monitoring and isolation technologies, ensuring reliable measurements and addressing these challenges effectively.
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Product Solutions
The Rosemount 5300 Level Transmitter is ideal for challenging measurements on liquids, slurries, and solids, offering state of the art reliability and safety features in level and interface applications. Rosemount 5300 offers several advantages such as easy installation, no need for calibration, and is unaffected by process conditions. Also, it is SIL 2 certified making it your first choice for safety applications. It has a robust construction and features powerful built-in diagnostics allowing you to focus on the essential part - your plant.
- Direct Switch Technology gives increased sensitivity, high reliability, and long measurement ranges
- Signal Quality Metrics gives you the ability to work proactively with your level instrumentation
- Probe End Projection offers greater level measurement reliability
Accuracy
± 0.12 in. (3 mm)
Repeatability
± 0.04 in. (1 mm)
Measurement Range
Up to 164 ft (50 m)
The new Rosemount™ 2140 is the world's first wired HART® vibrating fork level detector for applications including overfill prevention, high and low level alarms, and pump protection. Providing reliable level detection of all liquids as well as sediments, the Rosemount 2140 offers greater ease-of-use and flexibility with smart diagnostics that continuously monitor electronic and mechanical device health, and a fully integrated remote proof-testing capability, helping to increase safety and efficiency of both plant and workers. The Rosemount 2140:SIS is certified to IEC 61508 (SIL 2) for safety-critical applications.
- World's only wired HART vibrating fork level detector.
- Dry/wet switching optimized for many media types. Includes wet sand settings for managing tank and separator efficiency.
- Dry/wet switching reliability is maximized even when the media properties are unknown. Especially important in small tanks and pipes where levels may rapidly change.
Operating Pressure
Full vacuum to 1450 psig at 122 °F psi (100 barg at 50 °C)
Operating Temperature
-40 to 302 °F (-40 to 150 °C) as standard. -94 to 500 °F (-70 to 260 °C) as option
Certifications/Approvals
ATEX, IECEx, USA, Canadian, see full specs for complete list of certifications
Make reliable pressure measurements in extreme conditions with the Rosemount 3051SAL Level Transmitter, a best-in-class solution that offers enhanced capabilities for pressurized and vented tank level measurements. This transmitter is safety certified and engineered with advanced diagnostics for increased insight. Designed to allow direct mounting, remote mounting, balanced systems and Tuned-System™ assemblies, this device can meet a variety of demands and process requirements for level applications.
- Allows for direct mounting, remote mounting and balanced and tuned-systems to meet various application requirements
- Tuned-Systems can reduce temperature effects by 10-20% and improve response time by 80% vs. traditional installations
- Offers a variety of process connections including flanged, threaded and hygienic seals for application flexibility
Max. Operating Pressure
Up to 10,000psi (689.48 bar)
Process Temperature Range
Based on fill fluid - Maximum 770°F (410°C), Minimum -157°F (-105°C)
Communication Protocol
4-20 mA HART®, WirelessHART®, FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus
The Rosemount 9935 Level Bypass Chamber is an expertly engineered chamber optimized for externally mounting Rosemount process level instruments to a vessel, offering an enhanced complete level solution. Rosemount 9935 chambers are the result of more than 35 years of experience in designing and manufacturing chambers, also known as bridles or bypass chambers, in accordance with international codes. Global quality assured, they are designed to ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code, ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code is available.
- Allows external mounting of process level instrumentation to facilitate isolation of the process for live maintenance
- Optimized for use with the Rosemount 5300 Guided Wave Radar Level Transmitter and Rosemount Non-Contacting Radar Level Transmitters
- Rated for pressures up to ASME B16.5 Class 2500 and EN1092 PN250
Accumulator Max. Pressure
95-5558 PSI Carbon steel 95-5400 PSI Stainless steel
Temperature Range
Carbon steel -20 to 800°F
Stainless steel -260 to 850°F
Stainless steel -260 to 850°F
Materials of Construction
Carbon steel or stainless steel as standard. Other materials available on request
