HyQuant L: Water level radar sensor

HyQuant L: Water level radar sensor

HyQuant L is a non-contact radar sensor for precise water level measurements based on 60 GHz FMCW Doppler technology. It provides high resolution and accuracy with low power consumption and is designed for hydrological applications in rivers, channels and inland waters.
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Radar type/Frequency band FMCW* 60 GHz V-Band radar level sensing sensor
Measurement range HyQuant L20: 0.1… 20 m (0.32… 65.61 ft) HyQuant L50: 0.15… 50 m (0.49… 164.04 ft)
Output rate 1 Hz (1 measurement/second)
Accuracy <=2 mm – meets USGS HIF requirements
Resolution 1 mm (0.039 in)
Supply voltage (range) 10… 30 VDC
Power consumption at 12V Typical ~15 mA; Wi-Fi activated: ~90 mA (incl. optional upgrade to HyQuant Q)
Beam angle 8° x 8° (azimuth by elevation)
Ingress protection IP68
Communication and interfaces SDI-12, Modbus, Wi-Fi
Operating temperature range -40… +80 °C (-40… 176 °F)
Humidity range 0… 100 % non-condensing RH
Dimensions and weight HyQuant sensor with backplate:
LxWxH: 160 x 97 x 91 mm, 1.15 kg (6.29 x 3.81 x 3.58 in, 2.53 lb)
Packaged dimensions: LxWxH: 300 x 300 x 187 mm, 2.5 kg (11.81 x 11.81 x 7.36 in, 5.51 lb)
Signal connector M12 8-pin
Materials Housing: powder-coated aluminium; cover/radome: HDPE
Compliance CE, FCC Class B, UL, RoHS

*FMCW: Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave

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HyQuant L – Water level radar sensor
Non-contact water radar level sensor
  • Convenient configuration with stage point setting for real water level data
  • Data interfaces: SDI-12 or Modbus
  • Configuration via Wi-Fi: using KISTERS’ free HyComm software with automatic firmware updates or SDI-12 or Modbus with a PC adapter or data logger
  • No dead zone: measures up to the housing cover
  • Low power operation
  • Effortless maintenance
  • Readings in either metric or imperial units
  • 10 m (32.80 ft) cable, torx key, and a 360° adjustable rotation mounting bracket included
  • Simple set-up process via Quick Installation Guide
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