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Microwave barrier transceiver Soliwave FDR16

Ultra-compact microwave barrier for non-contact point level detection, piece goods counting and object detection

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Microwave barrier transceiver Soliwave FDR16

Ultra-compact microwave barrier for non-contact point level detection, piece goods counting and object detection

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  • Non-contact measuring principle - detection almost independent of process properties
  • High security - permanent self-diagnosis and full self-test
  • First microwave barrier with IP69 protection classification
  • Meets the requirements of EU 1935/2004
  • Very simple and cost-effective commissioning
  • Safe detection - non-contact measuring method guarantees wear-free and maintenance-free continuous operationRobust design - housing made of stainless steel
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Measuring / Application task Point Level / Solids
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Description

The Soliwave FDR16 is an ultra-compact transceiver for non-contact point level detection of bulk solids and liquids, as well as piece goods counting and object detection. The Soliwave FDR16 is used together with the FQR16. The microwave barrier works with a non-contact detection method and can also be used in applications with difficult-to-access or confined installation conditions due to its ultra-compact design. For non-metallic container materials, measurement from the outside is possible.

Field of application

The microwave barrier Soliwave FDR16 and FQR16 detects minimum or maximum point levels of powdery to lumpy bulk solids and liquids, for example to protect against overflow and dry running. The device is also suitable for piece goods counting and object detection. The device can be used in multiple industries like primaries, energy and food. 

Benefits
  • Non-contact measuring principle - detection almost independent of process properties
  • High security - permanent self-diagnosis and full self-test
  • First microwave barrier with IP69 protection classification
  • Meets the requirements of EU 1935/2004
  • Very simple and cost-effective commissioning
  • Safe detection - non-contact measuring method guarantees wear-free and maintenance-free continuous operationRobust design - housing made of stainless steel
Downloads
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Operating Instruction (BA)
Soliwave FDR16/FQR16 Operating Instructions Microwave barrier
English version - 02/2022
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Technical Information (TI)
TI Soliwave FDR16/FQR16 Microwave barrier
English version - 02/2022
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Technical Information (TI)
TI Accessory FAR52 Screw-in/weld-in Adapter
English version - 07/2025
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The CAD Drawings will be available after the configuration.
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15 Downloads
Technical Information (TI)
TI Soliwave FDR16/FQR16 Microwave barrier
English version - 02/2022
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Technical Information (TI)
TI Accessory FAR52 Screw-in/weld-in Adapter
English version - 07/2025
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Operating Instruction (BA)
Most downloaded
Soliwave FDR16/FQR16 Operating Instructions Microwave barrier
English version - 02/2022
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Short Instruction (KA)
Soliwave FDR16/FQR16 Brief Operating Instructions Microwave barrier
English version - 02/2022
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Soliwave FDR16, FDR56, FQR16, FQR56 ATEX, IECEx: Ex ta/tb IIIC Da/Db, Ex tb IIIC Db
English version - 03/2022
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Fields of Activities (FA)
Füllstandsmesstechnik Produktübersicht für Anwendungen in Flüssigkeiten und Schüttgütern
German version - 10/2022
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Competence Brochure (CP)
レベルスイッチ(液体および粉体用) 選定およびエンジニアリングガイド
Japanese version - 07/2026
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Competence Brochure (CP)
Point level detection in liquids and bulk solids Selection and engineering guide
English version - 02/2025
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Competence Brochure (CP)
Grenzstanddetektion in Flüssigkeiten und Schüttgütern Auswahl- und Projektierungshilfe
German version - 02/2025
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EU Declaration
Product family: Soliwave Product root: FDR16-, FDR56-, FQR16-, FQR56-
Declaration number: EU_00987_01.21
English version - 12/2021
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UK Conformity Assessed
Product family: Soliwave Product root: FDR16-, FDR56-, FQR16-, FQR56-
Declaration number: UK_00543_01.22
English version - 12/2022
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UK Conformity Assessed
Product family: Soliwave Product root: FDR16-, FDR56-, FQR16-, FQR56-
Declaration number: UK_00545_01.22
English version - 12/2022
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Explosion Protection
Product family: Soliwave Product root: FDR16-, FDR56-, FQR16-, FQR56-
Region: Great Britain
Approval agency: CML
Protection: Ex t Cl. III Zone 20, Ex t Cl. III Zone 20/21
English version - 05/2022
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Explosion Protection
Product family: Soliwave Product root: FDR56-, FQR56-, FTR20-
Region: Europe (ATEX), International (IECEx)
Approval agency: BVS
Protection: 010~
230 035 060 025|xxx, Ex ta/tb IIIC Txxx°C Da/Db
English version - 12/2021
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Explosion Protection
Product family: Soliwave Product root: FDR56-, FQR56-, FTR20-
Region: Europe (ATEX)
Approval agency: BVS
Category: II 2
010, 005~010 020010
Protection: Ex tb IIIC Txxx°C Db, Ex ta/tb IIIC Txxx°C Da/Db
English version - 11/2021
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Operating magnet FDR16/FTR16

Order code 71535426

Connection cable socket M12A, 5m, PUR

Order code 71530949

Connection cable socket M12A, 10m, PUR

Order code 71530950

Connecting cable M12A, 20m, PUR

Order code 71530952
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Spare parts and accessories

Operating magnet FDR16/FTR16

Order code 71535426

Connection cable socket M12A, 5m, PUR

Order code 71530949

Connection cable socket M12A, 10m, PUR

Order code 71530950

Connecting cable M12A, 20m, PUR

Order code 71530952
Spare parts & accessories

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