Point level measurement
Overview
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Point level measurement
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Overview
Pointek CLS100 is a compact, 2-wire, inverse frequency shift capa
citance switch for level and material detection in constricted spaces,
interfaces, solids, liquids, slurries, and foam; with the ability to tune
out buildup on probe.
Benefits
•
Easy installation with verification by built-in LED
•
Low maintenance with no moving parts
•
Sensitivity adjustment
•
Integrated cable or PBT enclosure versions available
•
Intrinsically Safe, Dust Ignition Proof, and General Purpose options
available
Application
Pointek CLS100’s short insertion length of 100 mm (4 inch) and ver
satility in various applications and in vessels or pipes makes it a
good replacement for traditional capacitance sensors.
Its advanced tip-sensing technology provides accurate, repeatable
switchpoint performance. The PPS (Polyphenylene sulfide) probe
[optional PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride)] is chemically resistant
with an effective process operating temperature range from
‑30to+100°C (‑22to+212°F) (7ML5501), and ‑10to+100°C
(14to212°F) (7ML5610). The fully potted design ensures reliability
in a vibrating environment such as agitated tanks up to 4 g. When
used with a SensGuard protection cover, the CLS100 is protected
from shearing, impact, and abrasion in tough primary processes.
The Pointek CLS100 is available in three versions. The integral cable
version has a stainless steel process connection and probe options
of PPS or PVDF. The fully synthetic version has a thermoplastic poly
ester enclosure with a PPS process connection combined with a PPS
probe. The standard enclosure version has a thermoplastic polyester
enclosure with a stainless steel process connection in combination
with a PPS or PVDF probe.
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Key Applications: liquids, slurries, powders, granules, food and
pharmaceuticals, chemicals, hazardous areas
Configuration
Installation
Standpipes
Wall restriction
50 (2)
min.
20 (0.79) max.
≥ 50 (2)
50 (2)
Pointek CLS100 installation, dimensionsin mm (inch)
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Selection and ordering data
Article No.
Pointek CLS100 RF Capacitance point level switch, stainless steel process
connection
Detects level and interface in liquids, solids, slurries and foam. Compact,
with 100 mm (4 inch) insertion, adaptable sensitivity, with the ability to
tune out build-up on probe.
7ML5501-
0 ● ● ● ●
Click on the ArticleNo. for the online configuration in the PIALifeCyclePortal.
Process Connection
¾"NPT[(Taper),ANSI/ASMEB1.20.1] A
R1"[(BSPT), EN10226/PT(JIS-T),JISB0203] E
G1"[(BSPP),ENISO228-1/PF(JIS-P), JISB0202] J
Approvals
GeneralPurpose: CE,CSA,FM,RCM A
CSA/FM ClassI,II,andIII, Div.1, GroupsA,B,C,D,E,F,GT4; ATEXII1GD½ GDEExiaIIC T4...T6T107°C
1)
C
CSA/FM Class II and III, Div. 1, Groups E, F, G
1)
G
Device version
Integral cable version (PPSprobe) 1
Enclosure version (PPSprobe), ½"NPT cableinlet 3
Integral cable version with PVDF probebody 5
Enclosure version with PVDF probebody (½"NPT cableinlet) 6
Enclosure version (PPSprobe), M20x1.5 cableinlet 7
Enclosure version with PVDF probebody, M20x1.5 cableinlet 8
Overfill protection
Not required 0
Required (WHG) 1
1)
Barrier or Intrinsically Safe power supply required for Intrinsically Safe protection.
Selection and Ordering data Order code
Further designs
Please add "-Z" to Article No. and specify Order code(s).
Stainless steel tag [70x13mm (2.75x0.5inch)]: Meas
uring-point number/identification (max.20characters)
specify in plain text
Y17
FFKMsealO-ring
1)
A22
Material inspection Certificate Type3.1 per EN10204 C12
INMETRO
2)
E34
Operating Instructions
Note: due to ATEX regulations one Quick start manual is
included with every product. All literature is available to
download for free, in a range of languages, at
http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/docu
mentation
1)
See also CLS100 pressure/temperature curve.
2)
Available only with Approvals option C.
Selection and Ordering data Article No.
Accessories
SensGuard, ¾"NPT (PPS). Only available for CLS100 with
¾" NPT thread.
7ML1830-1DL
SensGuard, R 1" (BSPT) (PPS). Only available for CLS100
with ¾"NPT thread.
7ML1830-1DM
Tag, stainless steel, 12x45mm (0.47x1.77inch), one
text line, suitable for enclosures
7ML1930-1AC
Siemens Intrinsically Safe Barrier (DCpowered),
ATEXII1GEExia
7NG4124-0AA00
½"NPT General Purpose Cable Entry IP68/IP69K
NEMA 6, ‑40...+80°C (‑40...+176°F),
Dust Ignition Proof, cable size 6...12mm
(0.236...0.472inch)
7ML1830-1JA
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Selection and ordering data (continued)
Selection and Ordering data Article No.
M20x1.5 General Purpose Cable Entry IP68/IP69K
NEMA 6, ‑40...+80°C (‑40...+176°F),
Dust Ignition Proof, cable size 7...12mm
(0.275...0.472inch)
7ML1830-1JC
Article No.
Pointek CLS100 RF Capacitance point level switch, PPS process connection
Detects level and interface in liquids, solids, slurries, and foam. Compact,
with 100 mm (4 inch) insertion, adaptable sensitivity, with the ability to
tune out build-up on probe.
7ML5610-
0 ● ● ● ●
Click on the ArticleNo. for the online configuration in the PIALifeCyclePortal.
Process connection (PPS)
¾"NPT [(Taper),ANSI/ASMEB1.20.1] (PPSprobebody) A
R1" [(BSPT),EN10226/PT(JIS-T),JISB0203] (PPSprobebody) B
Approvals
GeneralPurpose:CSA, FM D
Versions/Options
Enclosureversion, PPSprocessconnection, ½"NPT cableinlet 1
Enclosureversion, PPSprocessconnection, M20x1.5 2
Overfillprotection
Notrequired 0
Required 1
Selection and Ordering data Order code
Further designs
Please add "-Z" to Article No. and specify Order code(s).
Stainlesssteeltag [70x13mm (2.75x0.5inch)]: Meas
uring-pointnumber/identification (max.20characters)
specify inplaintext
Y17
Material inspection Certificate Type 3.1 per EN10204 C12
Selection and ordering data Article No.
Operating Instructions
Note: due to ATEX regulations one Quick start manual is
included with every product. All literature is available to
download for free, in a range of languages, at
http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/docu
mentation
Accessories
SensGuard, ¾"NPT(PPS). Only available for CLS100 with
¾"NPTthread.
7ML1830-1DL
SensGuard, R1"(BSPT)(PPS). Only available for CLS100
with ¾"NPTthread.
7ML1830-1DM
Tag, stainlesssteel, 12x45mm, (0.47x1.77inch) one
text line, suitable for enclosures
7ML1930-1AC
1)
See also CLS100 pressure/temperature curve.
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Technical specifications
Pointek CLS100 Stainless steel pro
cess connection
(integral cable or
enclosure version)
(7ML5501)
Fully synthetic pro
cess connection
(enclosure version
only) (7ML5610)
Mode of operation
Measuring principle Inverse frequency shift capa
citive level
detection
Inverse frequency shift capa
citive level
detection
Input
Measured variable Change in picoFarad (pF) Change in picoFarad (pF)
Output
Output signal
•
Alarm output 4 ... 20/20 ... 4mA 2-wire
loop
4 ... 20/20 ... 4 mA 2-wire
loop
•
Switch output
1)
Solid-state: 30 VDC/30 VAC,
max. 82 mA
Max. switching voltage: 60
VDC/30 VAC
Max. switching current: 1 A
•
Fail-safe mode Min. or max. Min. or max.
Accuracy
Repeatability 2 mm (0.08 inch) 2 mm (0.08 inch)
Rated operating
conditions
2)
Installation conditions
•
Location Indoor/outdoor Indoor/outdoor
Ambient conditions
•
Ambient temperature -30... +85 °C (-22... +185 °F) -10... +85 °C (14... 185 °F)
•
Storage temperature ‑40...85°C (‑40...+185°F) ‑40...85°C (‑40...+185°F)
•
Installation category I I
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Pollution degree 4 4
Medium conditions
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Relative dielectric constant
ε
r
Min. 1.5 Min. 1.5
•
Process temperature -30... +100 °C (-22... +212
°F)
-10... +100 °C(14... 212 °F)
•
Pressure (vessel) -1... +10 bar g (-14.6... +146
psi g), nominal
2)
-1... +10 bar g (-14.6...
+146 psi g), nominal
•
Degree of protection
-
Enclosure version IP68/Type 4/NEMA 4 IP68/Type 4/NEMA 4
-
Integral cable version IP65/Type 4/NEMA 4 Not applicable
•
Cable inlet ½"NPT (M20 x 1.5 optional) ½" NPT (M20 x 1.5 optional)
Design
Enclosure/Integral cable ver
sion
Fully synthetic version
Material
•
Body (Enclosure version) Thermoplastic polyester Thermoplastic polyester
•
Lid (Enclosure version) Transparent thermoplastic
polycarbonate (PC)
Transparent thermoplastic
polycarbonate (PC)
•
Integrated cable body
(Integral cable version)
316L stainless steel Not applicable
Sensor length (nominal) 100 mm (4 inch) 100 mm (4 inch)
Process connection material
of probe/wetted parts
3)
Connection: 316L stainless
steel;
Process seal: FKM (optional
FFKM);
Sensor: PPS
(optional PVDF)
4)
PPS process connection and
PPS sensor
(Uni-Construction)
Connection (Enclosure ver
sion)
Internal 5-point terminal
block,
½"NPT wiring entrance, M20
x 1.5 optional
Removable internal 5-point
terminal block,
½"NPT wiring entrance, M20
x 1.5 optional
Connection
(Integral cable version)
4 conductors, 1 m (3.3 ft),
0.5 mm² (22 AWG), shielded,
polyester jacket
Not applicable
Technical specifications (continued)
Pointek CLS100 Stainless steel pro
cess connection
(integral cable or
enclosure version)
(7ML5501)
Fully synthetic pro
cess connection
(enclosure version
only) (7ML5610)
Process connection ¾"NPT [(Taper), ANSI/ASME
B1.20.1]
R 1" [(BSPT), EN 10226/PT
(JIS-T), JIS B 0203]
G 1"[(BSPP), EN ISO 228-1/PF
(JIS-P), JIS B 0202]
¾"NPT [(Taper), ANSI/ASME
B1.20.1]
R 1" [(BSPT), EN 10226/PT
(JIS-T), JIS B 0203]
Power supply
Standard 12 ... 33 V DC 12 ... 33 V DC
Intrinsically Safe 10 ... 30 V DC (Intrinsically
Safe barrier required)
Not applicable
Certificates and approvals
•
General: CE, CSA, FM, RCM
•
Marine: Lloyds Register of
Shipping, categories ENV1,
ENV2, and ENV5
Dust Ignition Proof (barrier
required): CSA/FM Class II
and III, Div. 1, Groups E, F,
G T4
•
Intrinsically Safe (barrier
required): CSA/FM Class I,
II, and III, Div. 1, Groups A,
B, C, D, E, F, G T4
ATEX II 1 GD ½ GD EEx ia
IIC T4 to T6 T107 °C
•
Overfill protection: WHG
(Germany)
•
General: CSA, FM
1)
When synthetic process connection version (7ML5610) is used in wet loca
tions, switching voltage of the relay is limited to 35 V DC/16 V AC.
2)
When operation is in areas classified as hazardous, observe restrictions
according to relevant certificate.
See also CLS100 Pressure/Temperature curves.
3)
For caustic materials, consult a local sales person for alternative O-rings. For
more information, please visit http://www.automa
tion.siemens.com/aspa_app.
4)
When FFKM O-ring (Option A22) is selected, process temperature is restric
ted to -20 °C (-4 °F).
Options
Optional SensGuard
Internal thread ¾" NPT
Process
connection
¾" NPT
Process
connection
R 1" (BSPT)
32
(1.26)
70 (2.75)
70 (2.75)
91 (3.6)
91 (3.6)
32
(1.26)
Optional SensGuard, dimensions in mm (inch)
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Characteristic curves
Example:
Permitted operating pressure = 10 bar (145 psi) at 75 °C
Permitted operating pressures P
Permitted operating temperature T
Atmospheric
Pressure/temperature curve CLS100
Threaded process connections (7ML5501)
30 bar (435 psi)
20 bar (290 psi)
10 bar (145 psi)
-150 ºC
(-238 ºF)
-1 bar (-14.5 psi)
-100 ºC
(-148 ºF)
-50 ºC
(-58 ºF)
-29 ºC
(-20 ºF)
0 ºC
(32 ºF)
50 ºC
(122 ºF)
RT 100 ºC
(212 ºF)
150 ºC
(302 ºF)
200 ºC
(392 ºF)
-22 ºF
(-30 ºC)
400 ºF
(204 ºC)
300 ºF
(149 ºC)
200 ºF
(93 ºC)
100 ºF
(38 ºC)
14 ºF
(-10 ºC)
Pointek CLS100 process pressure/temperature derating curves
Dimensional drawings
*Some G thread configurations deviate from this size.
Process connection
Ground lug
Terminal block
LED (red)
Output status
LED (yellow)
Sensor status
Process connection
LED (red)
Output status
Cable relief
LED (yellow)
Sensor status
Sensitivity trimpot
Power LED (green)
Trimpot cap
Sensitivity trimpot
Power LED (green)
Ground post
Enclosure versionIntegral cable version
Cable inlet ½" NPT
(optional M20 x 1.5)
Cable Ø 5 (0.2)
72.5 (2.9)
nominal
98 (3.9)
120 (4.7)
nominal
98 (3.9)
36 (1.4) nominal*
80 (3.2)
65 (2.6)
204 (8.0)
120 (4.7)
50
(2.0)
2
3
5
4
1
Pointek CLS100, dimensions in mm (inch)
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Circuit diagrams
2
3
5
4
1
Red
Black
White
White
Red
Black
White
White
Red
Black
White
White
Solid state switch,
30 V DC/AC
(peak) 82 mA (max)
V supply
12 ... 33 V DC
When driving an inductive load (for example, an external relay), a protection diode
must be connected in the correct polarity to prevent possible switch damage due to
inductive spikes generated by switching the inductor (please refer to instruction
manual). Intrinsically Safe Models - please follow local regulations and area
classifications; refer to instruction manual for more details.
Note:
* Switch/relay normally open in unpowered state
* Relay not available on Pointek CLS100 IS version (7ML5501)
mA current loop (+V or -V)
mA current loop (+V or -V)
ground
Solid state switch/relay*
Solid state switch/relay*
12 ... 33 V DC
Polarity as required
for
desired operation
V supply
12 ... 33 V DC
Solid State Switch Version
4/20 mA Loop Alarm
LOW/HIGH Alarm
Enclosure and Fully Synthetic Version
Integral Cable Version - Non Intrinsically Safe only
Rmax = Vsupply - 10 V
20 mA
Red wire
Black wire
Cable shield
White wire
White wire
Terminal operations
Cable equivalent
Pointek CLS100 connections
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