Nile Radar Sensor

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Nile Radar Sensor

Overview
Designed for non-contact water level measurement, the Nile Radar Series combines high accuracy with an out-of-the-box measurement range of up to 70 m. Its reliable interface and simple SDI-12 communication ensure seamless integration with current water monitoring stations.

Features:
- High accuracy
- NEMA 4x (IP65) enclosure is suitable for outdoor installations
- Frequency range 26 GHz
- Low current operation (<13.5 mA)
- Continuous operation, no warm-up or "lock on"
- Mounting enclosures, radio communication links and other accessories are available
- Optional keypad display
- Surge protection
- Multi-Echo Tracking
Nile Radar includes: Pulse Radar Water Level Sensor 0-20M, SDI-12 Radar with sealed antenna.

Specifications

Physical	Nile Radar
Size (Horn)	80 mm (3.15 in), 115 mm (4.53 in) x 137.9 mm (5.43 in)

Performance	Nile Radar
Range	1 to 40 m (3' to 131') (option for up to 70 m (230')
Standard Accuracy*	±2 mm (±0.08 in) over range of 1.06 to 20 m (3.5 to 66 ft)
Near Target Accuracy	±6 mm (±0.24 in) over range of 0.4-0.5 m (1.3 to 1.64 ft)
Temperature Error (Limited Temperature Change)	±2 mm (±0.08 in) max error per 10°C change
Temperature Error Max	±2 mm (±0.08 in) max error per 10°C change
Frequency	K-Band (~26GHz)
Transmitting Power	1 < 12 nW/cm2 5 < 0.4 nW/cm2
Beam Angle	10°

Measurement Distance	Nile Beam Width
3 m (9.84 ft)	0.95 m (3.1 ft)
6 m (19.69 ft)	1.9 m (6.2 ft)
9 m (29.53 ft)	2.85 m (9.4 ft)
12 m (39.37 ft)	3.80 m (12 ft)
15 m (49.22 ft)	4.75 m (16 ft)
20 m (65.62 ft)	6.34 m (21 ft)
25 m (65.62 ft)	7.92 m (26 ft)
30 m (65.62 ft)	9.50 m (31 ft)
35 m (65.62 ft)	11.09 m (36 ft)
40 m (65.62 ft)	12.67 m (42 ft)

*Accuracy was determined under the following reference conditions: +24°C±5°C, 960 mbar abs., 60% ± 15% RH, using a metal plate reflector with a minimum diameter of 1 m, in accordance with EN 61298-3.
For detailed specifications, see the user manual.