Level Sensors

NivuLink RadarNew

Part No. NLR

Self-sufficient level sensor with integrated gateway for data transmission.

Intelligent, battery-operated IoT level sensor with state-of-the-art radar measurement technology without dead zone. Compact solution - sensors, batteries and transmission in a robust enclosure. Reliable data transmission via LTE-M/ NB-IoT.


Precise level measurement with innovative radar technology

The battery-operated, compact level radar with integrated data transmission expands the NIVUS portfolio with a simple, reliable and durable solution. Based on our high-precision radar measurement technology, the sensor offers an exceptionally long service life even with the shortest measurement cycles every second. For example, we achieve a service life of more than 10 years with one measurement per 30 seconds and one data transmission per hour.

Reliable event detection

Never miss an event again. The level radar has an integrated event mode that notifies you immediately of relevant levels or changes.

Flexible data transmission and management

Data is transmitted securely and reliably via the mobile phone network. Both the data management and parameterisation of the sensor can be carried out conveniently from a laptop or smartphone via the intuitive NIVUS WebPortal.

Versatile use for a wide range of requirements

The battery-operated level radar is suitable for a wide range of applications, from self-sufficient level measurement in rivers to level detection in rainwater overflows, reservoir channels and heavy rain early warning systems.

The status LED enables the system to be quickly assessed on site. State-of-the-art OTA programming and cloud connectivity. Event-based storage and transmission cycles enable a balanced ratio between data density and battery life.

High flexibility for challenging measurement places due to additional external antenna.

Your advantages at a glance

  • More than  10 years of Battery capacity (measurement: 30/sec, data transmission: 1/h)
  • Integrated event mode for early event detection
  • Reliable data transmission via mobile network
  • Easy configuration and data management via NIVUS WebPortal
  • Versatile use for different requirements
  • Highly accurate measurement up to 8m

 

Technical Data
General
Measurement principle

Pulsed coherent radar (= PCR), 60 GHz (57…64 GHz) 

Measurement range

0,0 … 8,0 m

Required blocking distance

0,15 m

Measurement uncertainty

+/− 2 mm

Battery life

When using eight batteries: Min. 150,000 measurements/data transmissions until battery change.  

Info: For devices with LTE-M / NB-IoT radio interface, each transmission process requires approx. 120...150 times the energy compared to a single radar measurement. 

Enclosure
  • Material: Polyethylene-High-Density (PE-HD), injection mould
  • Weight: approx. 410 g (without batteries); approx. 910 g (incl. 8 batteries)
  • Protection: IP68 closed
Certificates / Approvals
  • ATEX : EPS 24 ATEX 1 074 X  
  • EX II 2G Ex ib IIB T4 Gb 
Operating temperature
  • −20…+70 °C
  • Ex-device: −20…+60 °C

It is essential to observe the corresponding instructions/ recommendations of the manufacturers of the batteries used. 

Max. humidity

90 %, non-condensing 

Data transmission

LTE-M / NB-IoT: Transmission interval depends on the parameterisation

Specifications subject to change.

Downloads

Data Sheet | NivuLink Radar

Instruction Manual | Self-Sufficient Radar Level Sensor with integrated Data Transmission NivuLink Radar / NivuLink Radar Ex (Rev. 02)

EU Declaration of Conformity | "Ex": Self-sufficient Ex radar level gauge with integrated modem for data transmition via GPRS/UMTS/LTE NivuLink Radar

EU Declaration of Conformity | Self-sufficient radar level gauge with integrated data transmission by radio technology NivuLink Radar

EU-Type Examination Certificate | NivuLink Radar

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