Füllstandsmesser

Füllstandsmesser, also known as level sensors or level indicators, are devices used to determine the level of a substance within a container. This substance can be a liquid, gas, or solid. Füllstandsmesser are crucial in a wide range of industrial processes, storage applications, and consumer products to ensure proper operation, prevent overflow or depletion, and maintain safety.

There are various technologies employed in Füllstandsmesser. For liquids, common methods include float sensors, which use a buoyant object to indicate the level; hydrostatic sensors, which measure pressure exerted by the liquid column; ultrasonic sensors, which emit sound waves and measure their reflection time; and radar sensors, which use radio waves. For solids, technologies like vibrating forks or capacitance probes are often used.

The choice of Füllstandsmesser depends on factors such as the type of substance being measured, the container's shape and size, the required accuracy, operating conditions like temperature and pressure, and cost considerations. Some Füllstandsmesser provide a continuous measurement of the level, while others offer a simple point detection (e.g., high or low level alarm). Applications span from fuel tanks and water reservoirs to chemical processing, food and beverage production, and power generation.