Contactless bulk material level sensors
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Non-contact bulk material level sensors – modern devices designed to measure the level of bulk products (sand, grain, cement, plastic granules, etc.) in tanks and silos without direct contact with the material. This technology is especially useful where direct contact would be complicated, unsafe, or could damage the sensor.
These sensors are relevant for household users who want to automate the control of pellet boilers or garden tanks, for engineers developing industrial process control systems, and for electricians installing automated production or logistics lines. They are also widely used in agriculture, chemical, food, and construction industries.
Functions
Non-contact operation – measures level without touching the material.
Accurate control – allows setting minimum and maximum fill levels.
Overload protection – helps prevent tank overfilling.
Automation capability – integrates with control systems, enabling automation of filling, transport, or mixing processes.
Versatility – suitable for various environments, regardless of material consistency or dust levels.
Applications
Household user: in pellet boilers, bulk raw material storage tanks, sand storage.
Engineer: for automating industrial production lines and process control in food, plastics, chemical, or construction sectors.
Electrician: for wiring silo and bunker system control circuits and integration into PLC systems.
Farmer: in grain or feed silos for efficient stock management.
Pros
No direct contact with material – longer service life.
Reliable performance even in dusty and harsh environments.
Reduces human labor needs – processes can be fully automated.
Increases safety by eliminating manual tank checks.
Universal application in both industrial and household use.
Cons
Requires proper calibration and regular maintenance.
For household use, may seem excessive if simple visual monitoring is sufficient.
Non-contact bulk material level sensors – a reliable, modern, and safe solution for both households and industry. They ensure efficient tank monitoring, protect against overload or shortages, and allow process automation.
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Price 19360 € VAT incl.(160 € VAT excl.)
Non-contact grain | bulk material silo level sensor | 60m | 9-24VDC | 76-81GHzCode: SKU#175509200420993961Price 39023 € VAT incl.(322 50 € VAT excl.)
