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Radar measurement Micropilot NMR81

Drip-off lens antenna with 80 GHz transmitting frequency for custody transfer applications

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Drip-off lens antenna with 80 GHz transmitting frequency for custody transfer applications

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  • Hardware and software developed according to IEC 61508 up to SIL3 (in homogeneous redundancy) for high level of safety
  • Maximum reliability through accuracy up to ±0.5mm (±0.02")
  • Developed according to international metrology recommendations such as OIML R85 and API MPMS
  • Local and country-specific certifications like NMi or PTB for custody transfer applications
  • Simplified installation and trouble-free operations due to easy connection to major DCS systems via open protocols
  • 80GHz technology for narrow beam angle for sharper focus, without interference from tank wall and obstructions
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Micropilot NMR81 - Radar
Radar - Micropilot NMR81
Specifications
Measuring / Application task Continuous / Liquids
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Description

Micropilot NMR81 is used for custody transfer and inventory control applications with NMi- and PTB-approvals and meets the requirements according to OIML R85 and API 3.1B. NMR81 is particularly suited for free space applications up to 70m. The drip-off lens antenna with 80 GHz transmitting frequency produces a sharply focused beam angle of 3° and avoids obstacles even close to tank wall.

Field of application

80GHz drip-off lens antenna suited for free space applications up to 70m offers high beam focusing for applications with nozzle situated close to tank wall.

  • Process connections: Flanges
  • Temperature: -40 to +170°C (-40 to +338°F)
  • Pressure: Vacuum to +16bar (Vacuum to +232psi)
  • Maximum measuring range: 70m (230ft)
  • Accuracy: ±0.5mm (±0.02")
  • Transmitting frequency: 80GHz
  • International explosion protection and custody transfer certificates, overfill prevention WHG, SIL
Benefits
  • Hardware and software developed according to IEC 61508 up to SIL3 (in homogeneous redundancy) for high level of safety
  • Maximum reliability through accuracy up to ±0.5mm (±0.02")
  • Developed according to international metrology recommendations such as OIML R85 and API MPMS
  • Local and country-specific certifications like NMi or PTB for custody transfer applications
  • Simplified installation and trouble-free operations due to easy connection to major DCS systems via open protocols
  • 80GHz technology for narrow beam angle for sharper focus, without interference from tank wall and obstructions
Downloads
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Operating Instruction (BA)
BA Micropilot NMR81 Tank Gauging
English version - 03/2024
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Special Documentation (SD)
SD NMR8x, NMS8x, NRF8x Modbus Communication Protocol Tank Gauging
English version - 03/2024
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Technical Information (TI)
TI Micropilot NMR81 Tank Gauging
English version - 03/2024
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The CAD Drawings will be available after the configuration.
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105 Downloads
Technical Information (TI)
TI Micropilot NMR81 Tank Gauging
English version - 03/2024
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Operating Instruction (BA)
Most downloaded
BA Micropilot NMR81 Tank Gauging
English version - 03/2024
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Device Parameter (GP)
GP Micropilot NMR81 Tank Gauging
English version - 03/2024
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Short Instruction (KA)
KA Micropilot NMR81 Tank Gauging
English version - 03/2024
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Installation Instructions (EA)
SD card with holder Installation Instructions Micropilot NMR8x; Proservo NMS8x; Tankside Monitor NRF81
English version - 09/2017
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Installation Instructions (EA)
Housing filter Installation Instructions Micropilot, Proservo, Tankside Monitor
English version - 02/2018
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Installation Instructions (EA)
Display set, display holder Installation Instructions Micropilot NMR8x; Proservo NMS8x; Tankside Monitor NRF81
English version - 11/2016
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Installation Instructions (EA)
Terminal set Installation Instructions Micropilot NMR8x; Proservo NMS8x; Tankside Monitor NRF81
English version - 11/2016
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Installation Instructions (EA)
Antenna NMR81 Installation Instructions Micropilot NMR81
English version - 06/2017
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Installation Instructions (EA)
Cover, cover clamp, O-ring Installation Instructions Microwave Level Measurement
English version - 12/2018
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Installation Instructions (EA)
Antenna NMR81 Installation Instructions Micropilot NMR81
English version - 09/2017
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Installation Instructions (EA)
Cable set NMR81 Installation Instructions Micropilot NMR81
English version - 05/2017
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Installation Instructions (EA)
Electronic box Installation Instructions Micropilot NMR8x; Proservo NMS8x; Tankside Monitor NRF81
English version - 07/2018
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Installation Instructions (EA)
I/O module, electronics mainboard, frontplane assembly, labelled Installation Instructions Micropilot NMR8x; Proservo NMS8x; Tankside Monitor NRF81
English version - 08/2018
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 ATEX:
II 1/2 G Ex ia/db IIC Tx Ga/Gb
II 2 (1) G Ex db [ia Ga] IIC Tx Gb
IECEx:
Ex ia/db IIC Tx Ga/Gb
Ex db [ia Ga] IIC Tx Gb
English version - 10/2020
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
XA Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 Ex ia/db IIC T* Ga/Gb
Ex db [ia Ga] IIC T* Gb
English version - 07/2025
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 CA:
XP / I / 1 / B,C,D / T* Ta*
IS / I / 1 / A,B,C,D / T* Ta*
I / 0/1 / Ex ia/db IIC T* Ga/Gb Ta*
I / 1 / Ex db [ia Ga] IIC T* Gb Ta*; Entity
US:
XP / I / 1 / B,C,D / T* Ta*
IS / I / 1 / A,B,C,D / T* Ta*
I / 0/1 / AEx ia/db IIC T* Ga/Gb Ta*
I / 1 / AEx db [ia Ga] IIC T* Gb Ta*; Entity
English version - 11/2020
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
XA Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 Ex ia/db IIC T* Ga/Gb
Ex db [ia Ga] IIC T* Gb
English version - 07/2026
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 Ex ia/db IIC Tx Ga/Gb
Ex db [ia Ga] IIC Tx Gb
English version - 02/2022
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Sealing plugs ATEX:
II 2 G Ex db IIC Gb
II 1 D Ex ta IIIC Da
IECEx:
Ex db IIC Gb
Ex ta IIIC Da
English version - 01/2021
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 Ex ia/db IIC Ga/Gb
Ex db [ia Ga] IIC Gb
English version - 05/2022
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
XA Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 0/1Ex ia/db IIC T4...T1 Ga/Gb X
1Ex db [ia Ga] IIC T4...T1 Gb X
0/1Ex ia/db IIC T6...T1 Ga/Gb X
1Ex db [ia Ga] IIC T6...T1 Gb X
English version - 12/2024
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Ex Safety Instruction (XA)
Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 II 1/2 G Ex ia/db IIC Tx Ga/Gb
II 2 (1) G Ex db [ia Ga] IIC Tx Gb
English version - 06/2021
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ZE (Certificate)
Micropilot NMR81, NMR84 Allgemeine bauaufsichtliche Zulassung /
Allgemeine Bauartgenehmigung
Z-65.16-588
German version - 10/2020
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Sealing
Sealing

O-ring, housing, 177.39x3.53, TG

Sealing
Sealing
Order code 71312582
Drawing number 21
Filter
Filter

Housing filter, PTFE, NMR8x, 2 pcs.,TG

Filter
Filter
Order code 71312589
Drawing number 19
Adapter housing/cable entry
Adapter housing/cable entry

Blind plug, M20, 316L, O-ring EPDM, TG

Adapter housing/cable entry
Adapter housing/cable entry
Order code 71312592
Drawing number 14
Sealing
Sealing

O-ring, blind plug, M20, EPDM, 5pcs., TG

Sealing
Sealing
Order code 71312594
Drawing number 15
Spare parts
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Radar - Micropilot NMR81

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Spare parts

Sealing
Sealing

O-ring, housing, 177.39x3.53, TG

Sealing
Sealing
Order code 71312582
Drawing number 21
Filter
Filter

Housing filter, PTFE, NMR8x, 2 pcs.,TG

Filter
Filter
Order code 71312589
Drawing number 19
Adapter housing/cable entry
Adapter housing/cable entry

Blind plug, M20, 316L, O-ring EPDM, TG

Adapter housing/cable entry
Adapter housing/cable entry
Order code 71312592
Drawing number 14
Sealing
Sealing

O-ring, blind plug, M20, EPDM, 5pcs., TG

Sealing
Sealing
Order code 71312594
Drawing number 15
Spare parts