Distance Measurement RaDist
Product Overview

MSO RaDist distance sensor is based on FMCW- (frequency modulated continous wave) Radar. The Radar is focussed by means of a dielectric lens.
A unique feature of RaDist is its multi-target capability enabling the detection and distance measurement towards several targets within the beam at the same time pervading material dependent on its dielectrical properties. Multi-target scenario applications have to be configured specifically for the application.
RaDist is available in different variants with set-ups for single or multi-target applications, with analogue (4 - 20 mA) or serial (RS232) and update rates. The sensor is fully encapsulated in a plastic casing with DIN M12 connector.
Application Area
RaDist multi-target => multitude of applications
- Industrial liquid level measurement in containers with foam formation
- Industrial bulk material level measurement in containers with dust formation
- Distance measurement on the soil surface through plant canopy
- Distance measurement on the soil surface and plant canopy at the same time
- Detection of voids in orchards
Benefits/Use
Benefits and Advantages
- Distance measurement with millimeter accuracy
- Update rate 20 Hz at single-target measurement
- Update rate 5 Hz at multi-target measurement
- 60 GHz (V-band) FMCW distance radar with low output power (EIRP 10 dBm)
- Beam focus with 8° aperture (3 dB) by means of dielectric PTFE ("Teflon") lens
- Plastic casing with 59 x 59 x 65 mm (mounting plate in top 100 mm x 59 mm)
- Distance measurement from 10 cm up to 400 cm with heighest accuracy, up to 3000 cm with decreased accuracy
- Different application - specific product variants (output, configuration) available
- Multi-target delivers a list of targets with their properties assigned via high speed e.g. top of plant canopy and soil surface
- Single-target distance measurement onto the strongest reflector, e.g. onto soil surface through plants or a swath, onto a liquid level through foam
- Robust function under adverse conditions e.g. dirt, dust, fog
- Unsusceptible against varying lighting, machine noise, wind, temperature
- Environmental protection IP69K (with connector tightened)
- Wide range power supply
Technical Data
Technical Data
Radar Frontend | V-band 57 to 64 GHz, FMCW |
Casing | fully encapsulated |
Power supply | 9 to 36 V DC |
Temperature range | -20 °C to +70 °C |
Single-target output signal | 4-20 mA, proportional to distance |
Multi-target output signal | serial RS-232 |