TEK766

The Ultrasonic LoRaWAN sensor is a flexible and configurable, battery operated ultrasonic level sensor with an integrated LoRaWAN radio.

Benefits:

  • Accurate, reliable tank level monitoring
  • LoRaWAN Communication
  • Spot and continuous inventory management
  • Remote configurability
  • Easy to install
  • Minimum 2 year warranty
  • Up to 14 year battery life
  • Cost effective for large scale deployment
  • CE Conformance and ROHS Compliant
  • External antenna extends Ultrasonic LoRaWAN reach
  • Up to 15km range
  • Dimensions 109mm(W) x 109mm(L) x 126mm(H) ±1mm
    4.3”(W) x 4.3”(L) x 5”(H) ±0.1”
  • Weight 220g (8oz) including battery
  • Housing material UV Stabilized Polypropylene (compatible with Oil)
  • Operating temperature -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)Note 1
  • Recommended storage temperature +20°C to +25°C (+68°F to +77°F) clean, cool, dry and ventilated.Note 1
  • Humidity range 15% - 95%
  • Altitude range <2Km (<6,000’) above sea level
  • Environmental Protection IP67 – Outdoors
  • Radio standard Supports LoRaWAN 1.0.2 compliant 125/250 KHz bands.
  • Frequency 868MHz nominal
  • Output power Up to +14dBm (25mW) (as measured into the internal antenna on the PCB; internal antenna gain = -3dB typ)
  • Gauge Type Ultrasonic
  • Ultrasonic Range >12cm to <400cm (>5” to <155”)Note 2
  • Ultrasonic Signal Diversion 30°(Note 3)
  • Ultrasonic Resolution ±1cm (±0.5”)
  • Accuracy Typically ±2cm (±1”)
  • Material compatibility Suitable for use in tanks for the storage of water, diesel fuel, kerosene, gas oil types A2,C1,C2 and D as defined by BS2869.
  • Battery type 3.6V Li-SOCl2 Size 2/3AA
  • Expected battery life Typically 14 Years from activation(Note 4)
  • Enclosure colour Grey Pantone 422C


Note 1: Storage and operation above 25°C (77 °F) may reduce battery life. Shelf life recommended not to exceed 12 months

Note 2: Based on a measurement to a flat liquid target of size 30cm2/ 4.7“2

Note 3: The maximum spatial diversion of the ultrasonic signal will be < 30° from the central axis of the transducer.

Note 4: Based on activation within 6 months of the manufacturing date of the product, and device configuration for one LoRaWAN connection every six hours and one ultrasonic measurement every 15 minutes from an excellent LoRaWAN coverage (SF7), and a normal distribution over the operating temperature range centered at +25°C (77°F).

  • Tank mounting options Fits directly into female 2” BSP thread (adapter available to fit directly to 1 ¼”, 1 ½” or 2” BSP threads).
  • Gasket (included) Material NBR 78mm(Ø) x 2.5mm(H) ±0.5mm (3.07”Ø x 0.1”(H) ±0.02”
  • Antenna (detachable) Antenna has a 3m(118”)( cable with an RF connector (10mm diameter) to allow easier installation. See document 9- 5848.
  • Adaptor Options •2” extended threaded mounting adaptor – Standard
    •Multi Thread Adaptor Kit (1¼”, 1½”, 2”) – Sold SeparatelyConformity
  • EMC directive 2014/30/EU The Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive ensures that electrical and electronic equipment does not generate, or is not affected by, electromagnetic disturbance.
  • LVD directive 2014/35/EU The Low Voltage Directive (LVD) ensures that electrical equipment within certain voltage limits provides a high level of protection for European citizens, and benefits fully from the Single Market.
  • RED directive 2014/53/EU The Radio Equipment Directive ensures a Single Market for radio equipment by setting essential requirements for safety and health, electromagnetic compatibility, and the efficient use of the radio spectrum.
  • RoHs directive 2011/65/EU This Directive lays down rules on the restriction of the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) with a view to contributing to the protection of human health and the environment, including the environmentally sound recovery and disposal of waste EEE.
  • LoRa Alliance Compliant to LoRaWAN 1.0.2 Specification
  • CE compliance Yes

• Liquid level monitoring

• Fuel – Oil, Kerosene, Diesel

• Lubricants

• Additives

• DEF / AdBlue

• Coolants

• Water

• Waste Oil

• Wastewater

• Chemicals - *This product may not be suitable for monitoring of certain corrosive and hazardous chemicals. List of product compatible chemicals to be verified with Tekelek representative.

• Ensure continued supply

• Optimise delivery or collections

• Spot and continuous inventory measurement

• 24/7 monitoring

• Low and high level alarms

• External detachable antenna for areas of poor network  coverage or underground installations