Hydrostatic Pressure Liquid Level Measurement

Tank mounted differential pressure transmitter
measures hydrostatic pressure to derive liquid level
Image courtesy King-Gage

Liquid level can be inferred by accurately measuring the pressure produced by the height of a fluid column and knowing the density of the liquid measured. The measurement is comparative in nature, referencing some external pressure as a zero point. The zero point can be the surrounding atmospheric pressure, tank pressure, or the pressure exerted by another column of liquid contained elsewhere.

There are uncountable application scenarios, each with its own set of special conditions. Proper instrument selection, installation and calibration are essential to generating reliable and accurate results.

The King-Gage TeleSensor™ liquid level transmitters are specially designed to provide level measurements across a wide range of liquids using a force balance principle in a pneumatic sensor. Sensor output can be either a pneumatic signal or 4-20 mA. The pneumatic force balance arrangement provides immunity to long term drift, hysteresis and temperature changes. A diaphragm isolates the sensor from the process liquid. Mounting is compatible with 2", 3", or 4" class 150 ANSI flanges. Various options for diaphragm and flange materials are available to accommodate a range of process media.

More detail is provided in the document included below, along with application examples. Contact product specialists to share your application challenges and get effective solutions.

Hydrostatic Pressure Liquid Level Transmitter from Mountain States Engineering and Controls