Intrinsic safety type 3D radar level scanner
By employing safety measures such as flanges, sealing rings, and semiconductor sensors in flammable and explosive environments, the explosion risk of radar level gauges in such environments has been resolved, achieving safe and reliable level monitoring.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- JIANGSU ZHIRUI TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing radar level gauges pose an explosion risk when used in flammable and explosive environments, making it difficult to meet safety and stability requirements.
It adopts an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner, prevents material leakage through flanges and sealing rings, monitors concentration differences with semiconductor sensors, and automatically cuts off the power supply; the grounding wire prevents leakage, and the radar integrated board uses explosion-proof connectors at the wire ends, providing multiple safety protections.
It effectively prevents material leakage and explosion risks, ensures safe equipment operation, and improves monitoring reliability and equipment lifespan.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of material measurement technology, and in particular to an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner. Background Technology
[0002] A level scanner, also known as a level meter, uses radar to acquire information about the height of materials. It can also use 3D modeling to present data such as the shape, distribution, and volume of the material surface, and is used to monitor the level status inside a container in real time.
[0003] In environments with flammable and explosive risks, such as chemical, oil and gas, and pharmaceutical industries, the application of radar level gauges faces significant safety challenges. In these scenarios, material leaks are prone to occur, and contact with internal electronic components can easily trigger chemical reactions, leading to explosions and other serious safety accidents. Therefore, due to the complex characteristics of flammable and explosive environments, the application of existing radar level scanning technology in these fields is severely limited, making it difficult to meet the safety and stability requirements of actual production. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems existing in the prior art by proposing an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner, installed on the top cover of a container, includes a radar integrated plate, a flared opening below the radar integrated plate, a flange between the flared opening and the radar integrated plate, the flared opening being installed below the top cover and inside the container, the radar integrated plate being installed above the top cover and outside the container, the flange being installed above the opening of the top cover and having a sealing ring between it and the top cover, semiconductor sensors being fixedly connected to both the top surface and the ground surface of the flange, the semiconductor sensors being used to detect the concentration difference inside and outside the container and control the power switch of the radar integrated plate, and a grounding wire being provided at one end of the radar integrated plate.
[0006] Preferably, the outer side wall of the radar integrated plate is provided with a lower protective shell, and the top of the lower protective shell is movably connected to an upper protective shell, the lower protective shell and the upper protective shell protecting the radar integrated plate.
[0007] Preferably, a display screen is provided at the top of the upper protective shell, and a protective film is provided on the surface of the display screen.
[0008] Preferably, a protective ring is provided at the top of the upper protective shell, and a glass plate is installed at the central circular hole of the protective ring.
[0009] Preferably, the top of the flared opening is provided with a threaded rod, and the top cover of the container is provided with a thread that matches its shape.
[0010] Preferably, a nut is provided at the bottom of the lower protective shell, and a control button is provided on the outer surface of the radar integrated plate.
[0011] Preferably, the surface of the radar integrated board is provided with heat dissipation fins, and all wire connections of the radar integrated board adopt explosion-proof connectors.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0013] 1. In this utility model, material leakage is effectively prevented by the flange and sealing ring. The semiconductor sensors above and below can monitor the concentration difference. When the difference is too low, the power supply of the radar integrated board is automatically cut off to avoid the risk of explosion. The grounding wire prevents sparks from leakage. The radar integrated board wire ends are equipped with explosion-proof connectors. Multiple protections ensure the safe operation of the equipment.
[0014] 2. In this utility model, D monitoring is achieved by setting up a horn-shaped opening and a radar integrated board in conjunction, and the display screen shows information in real time; the lower protective shell, the upper protective shell, and the protective ring provide mechanical protection for the radar integrated board and the display screen, and the heat dissipation fins ensure operation, extend life and improve monitoring reliability. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner proposed in this utility model. Figure 1 ;
[0016] Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural diagram of an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner proposed in this utility model. Figure 2 ;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a partial structural disassembly diagram of an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner proposed in this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a structural disassembly diagram of the radar integrated board in an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner proposed in this utility model.
[0019] Legend: 1. Flange; 2. Flange; 3. Lower protective shell; 4. Grounding wire; 5. Semiconductor sensor; 6. Display screen; 7. Nut; 8. Threaded rod; 9. Upper protective shell; 10. Protective ring; 11. Radar integrated board; 12. Control button. Detailed Implementation
[0020] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0021] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in the following specification.
[0022] Example 1: As Figure 1 - Figure 4 As shown, this utility model provides an intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner, installed on the top cover of a container. It includes a radar integrated plate 11, with a flared opening 1 below the radar integrated plate 11. A flange 2 is provided between the flared opening 1 and the radar integrated plate 11. The flared opening 1 is installed below the top cover, inside the container, while the radar integrated plate 11 is installed above the top cover, outside the container. The flange 2 is installed above the opening of the top cover and a sealing ring is provided between it and the top cover. Semiconductor sensors 5 are fixedly connected to both the top surface and the ground surface of the flange 2. The semiconductor sensors 5 are used to detect the concentration difference inside and outside the container and control the power switch of the radar integrated plate 11. A grounding wire 4 is provided at one end of the radar integrated plate 11.
[0023] The specific settings and functions of this embodiment will be described in detail below. The level gauge is not limited to the state of the material and can be used for solid level monitoring. It also has the characteristics of non-contact and can be used in scenarios where the material protection requirements are high. This level scanner is installed directly above the container, specifically on the top cover of the container. Part of it is located above the top cover and outside the container, while the other part is located below the top cover and inside the container.
[0024] When the material inside the container is a flammable or explosive substance such as a chemical, oil, gas, or pharmaceutical, the safety protection of the level scanner is particularly important. The radar integrated board 11 is isolated outside the container. Since the level scanner adopts a through-type installation method, leakage is prone to occur at the top cover. A flange 2 is set to prevent material leakage, and a sealing ring is installed at the opening between the flange 2 and the top cover. Nut 7 is used to provide pre-pressure to avoid material leakage and electrical reaction with the radar integrated board 11, which could cause an explosion. At the same time, semiconductor sensors 5 are installed on both the upper and lower surfaces of the flange 2. The semiconductor sensors 5 monitor the change in material concentration difference to detect whether leakage has occurred. If the difference is lower than a certain threshold, the semiconductor sensor 5 triggers the power switch of the radar integrated board 11, causing the level scanner to automatically shut off power and avoid explosions caused by operation.
[0025] Example 2: Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a lower protective shell 3 is provided on the outer wall of the radar integrated plate 11, and an upper protective shell 9 is movably connected to the top of the lower protective shell 3. The lower protective shell 3 and the upper protective shell 9 protect the radar integrated plate 11. A display screen 6 is provided on the top of the upper protective shell 9, and a protective film is provided on the surface of the display screen 6. A protective ring 10 is provided on the top of the upper protective shell 9, and a glass plate is installed at the central circular hole of the protective ring 10.
[0026] A threaded rod 8 is provided at the top of the flared mouth 1, and a thread of the same shape is provided in the top cover of the container. A nut 7 is provided at the bottom of the lower protective shell 3, and a control button 12 is provided on the outer surface of the radar integrated board 11. Heat dissipation fins are provided on the surface of the radar integrated board 11, and all wire connections of the radar integrated board 11 use explosion-proof connectors.
[0027] The overall effect of this embodiment is as follows: a display screen 6 is installed on the surface of the upper protective shell 9 to display information detected and acquired by the level scanner in real time; a protective film is installed on the surface of the display screen 6; a protective ring 10 is installed on the upper protective shell 9 and fastened to the top, and secondary protection is provided by a glass plate, which improves the protection effect of the display screen 6; a grounding wire 4 is installed at one end of the radar integrated board 11 to prevent leakage current from the radar integrated board 11 from triggering electric sparks, further reducing the harm and facilitating the realization of intrinsic safety; a lower protective shell 3 is installed on the outside of the radar integrated board 11 to provide mechanical protection for the radar integrated board 11 and extend the service life of the equipment.
[0028] The device is used and operates as follows: The intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner is installed on the top cover of the container. The internal horn 1 receives reflected signals and transmits them to the external radar integrated board 11. The radar integrated board 11 processes the data through 3D modeling and displays the level information on the display screen 6. The flange 2 and sealing ring prevent leakage. The semiconductor sensors 5 above and below it monitor the concentration difference. When the difference is too low, the power supply to the radar integrated board 11 is cut off. The grounding wire 4 prevents leakage. The lower protective shell 3 and the upper protective shell 9 provide protection, and the whole device achieves safe monitoring.
[0029] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any other way. Any person skilled in the art may make changes or modifications to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments for application in other fields. However, any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the technical solution of the present utility model shall still fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner, installed on the top cover of a container, comprising a radar integrated board (11), characterized in that: A horn (1) is provided below the radar integrated plate (11), and a flange (2) is provided between the horn (1) and the radar integrated plate (11). The horn (1) is installed below the top cover and inside the container. The radar integrated plate (11) is installed above the top cover and outside the container. The flange (2) is installed above the opening of the top cover and a sealing ring is provided between it and the top cover. Semiconductor sensors (5) are fixedly connected to the top surface and the ground surface of the flange (2). The semiconductor sensors (5) are used to detect the concentration difference inside and outside the container and control the power switch of the radar integrated plate (11). A grounding wire (4) is provided at one end of the radar integrated plate (11).
2. The intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer side wall of the radar integrated plate (11) is provided with a lower protective shell (3), and the top of the lower protective shell (3) is movably connected to an upper protective shell (9). The lower protective shell (3) and the upper protective shell (9) protect the radar integrated plate (11).
3. The intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the upper protective shell (9) is provided with a display screen (6), and the surface of the display screen (6) is provided with a protective film.
4. The intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the upper protective shell (9) is provided with a protective ring (10), and a glass plate is installed at the central circular hole of the protective ring (10).
5. The intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the flared mouth (1) is provided with a threaded rod (8), and the top cover of the container is provided with a thread that matches its shape.
6. The intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner according to claim 2, characterized in that: A nut (7) is provided at the bottom of the lower protective shell (3), and a control button (12) is provided on the outer surface of the radar integrated plate (11).
7. The intrinsically safe 3D radar level scanner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the radar integrated board (11) is provided with heat dissipation fins, and the wire connections of the radar integrated board (11) are all made of explosion-proof connectors.