Liquid Level Sensing
Liquid level sensing is crucial in many industries to maintain precise fluid volumes, prevent overflow or dry-running, and ensure process consistency. By monitoring fluid levels in applications like storage tanks, and water treatment systems, operators can maintain safety standards, optimize resource use, and reduce downtime.
Liquid Level Sensing Methods with TPS Devices
Use a Third-Party Serial Sensor
AppBlocks and TPS devices offer strong support for third-party serial equipment, so almost any serial device can be connected to TPS. Use the Module Tibbit #01 for RS232 and the Connector Tibbit #20 (or #21) for terminal connections. MaxBotix offers a range of ultrasonic tank sensors which are compatible with TPS.
Schematic:
For Modbus devices with power requirements higher than 5V, you may also supply your own power.
Did You Know? MaxBotix sensors can be used for much more than just measuring water levels. Sensors exist for measuring distances to snow surfaces, solid objects, etc. They are great for counting people, vehicles and many other applications. Importantly, AppBlocks makes working with them extremely easy.
Tutorial:
Click here to learn how to work with slave Modbus devices in AppBlocks.