IFM LR8000 - 6�4�1 Installation in Closed Metal Tanks (Without Flange Plate); 6�4�2 Installation in Closed Metal Tanks (with Flange Plate)

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6.4.1 Installation in closed metal tanks (without flange plate)
Fig. 6-7 Fig. 6-8 Fig. 6-9
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D
► The lower edge of the process connection should be flush with the installation
environment (fig� 6-7)�
► Avoid non-flush installation (fig� 6-8)�
► Use seals or washers (D in fig� 6-9) to reach the required height�
► For tanks with thick walls arrange for sufficiently deep recesses to ensure flush
installation�
6.4.2 Installation in closed metal tanks (with flange plate)
Flange plates are not supplied. They must be ordered separately (→ 3
Items supplied)�
Fig. 6-10 Fig. 6-11
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A B
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► Arrange for a bore hole in the tank lid� It must have a minimum diameter (d) to
enable sufficient transfer of the measured signal to the probe (fig� 6-10)� The
diameter depends on the wall thickness of the tank lid:
Wall thickness [mm] 1���5 5���8 8���11
Bore hole diameter [mm] 35 45 55