Fluidwell F170 Safe Area Level Monitor – ATEX Field Mount

The Fluidwell F170 Safe Area Level Monitor is a versatile and rugged level indicator designed for continuous monitoring in demanding industrial environments. Featuring an exceptionally durable IP67 field enclosure, this unit provides real-time data transmission and comprehensive alarm management to ensure process safety and efficiency.

Description

The Fluidwell F170 Safe Area Level Monitor excels as a field-mounted solution for operators who require precise, continuous level monitoring. It is engineered to handle extreme conditions, with a robust aluminum or stainless steel 316L enclosure so rugged that it can withstand the weight of a truck. This makes the F170 an ideal choice for both safe areas and hazardous locations, maintaining performance in rain, snow, or salty atmospheres.

At its core, the monitor utilizes a familiar “know one, know them all” configuration structure, significantly reducing setup time and costs. The device provides high-clarity visualization via a large display showing actual level, height, or percentage alongside clear alarm messages. To prevent nuisance tripping, it includes an “Ignore” function that allows for temporary incorrect level measurements for a set period. Whether monitoring simple safe-area tanks or complex hazardous-area processes, the F170 delivers reliability and diverse mounting flexibility for walls, pipes, or direct sensor attachment.

Brand

Fluidwell

Fluidwell

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Specifications

 

CategorySpecifications
Signal Inputs(0)4 – 20mA Level Inputs
Alarm OutputsUp to three passive NPN, active PNP, or up to four isolated electro-mechanical relays
Analog OutputOne passive isolated, floating or loop powered 4-20mA; or one active (0)4-20mA / 0-10V DC
CommunicationModbus ASCII / RTU via RS232, RS485 (2 or 4-wire), or TTL
Power SupplyLithium battery, 4-20mA loop-powered, 8-24V AC/DC, 115-230V AC, or 8-30V DC
Sensor Supply8.2, 12, or 24V DC
EnclosureGRP, Aluminum, or Stainless Steel 316L (IP65, IP67 / NEMA Type4X)
TemperatureAmbient: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to 158°F)

Features

  • Continuous level monitoring with four settable alarm values: low-low, low, high, and high-high.
  • Large 17mm (0.67″) six-digit display for level and alarm values.
  • Simultaneous display of level, height or percentage, measuring unit, and status messages.
  • Red flashing LED backlight with adjustable intensity for immediate level alarm notification.
  • Intrinsically safe available with ATEX and IECEx approval for gas and dust applications.
  • Selectable on-screen engineering units including volumetric, mass, and height.
  • Configuration backup in EEPROM memory to prevent data loss.
  • Analog output for re-transmitting actual level and up to five total outputs for alarm conditions.

Applications

The Fluidwell F170 Safe Area Level Monitor is optimized for industries requiring continuous signal re-transmission or serial communication of level data. It is the preferred choice for:

  • Hazardous area monitoring for gas and dust environments (ATEX/IECEx certified).
  • Outdoor installations facing harsh weather like heavy rain, snow, or sandy desert conditions.
  • Marine or coastal environments requiring salty-atmosphere resistant stainless steel enclosures.
  • Process automation requiring integrated Modbus communication for data logging and remote control.