Threaded PVDF Antenna Opens Up New Applications for Siemens Radar Level Transmitter

ATLANTA, December 8, 2011 – Siemens’ Industry Automation Division has launched the Sitrans LR250 radar level transmitter with a new threaded PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) antenna for liquid and slurry measurement. The antenna opens up new applications in extreme conditions such as liquid and slurry, for this non-contacting level transmitter. Sitrans LR250 threaded PVDF antenna is designed for extreme conditions characteristic of acids, alkalis, and other corrosive chemicals: some examples include sodium hypochlorite, sodium hydroxide, and sulfuric and hydrochloric acid applications.