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Original Rosemount 5408 Non-Contacting Radar Level Transmitter

Rosemount 5408 Non-Contacting Radar Level Transmitter

Emerson Rosemount

Model / Part Number: 5408

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▣ Product Overview

Rosemount 5408 is a two-wire, nominal 26 GHz FMCW non-contacting radar level transmitter for continuous measurement of liquids, slurries and solids. It is used for tank or silo monitoring and process control, including demanding conditions such as turbulence, foam, condensation, build-up and corrosive media. Model 5408 is a configurable series, so the complete model code and application data must be verified before quotation.

The Rosemount 5408 is a two-wire non-contacting radar level transmitter based on FMCW technology. It continuously measures the level of liquids, slurries and solids without contacting the process medium. Smart Echo Supervision tracks multiple echoes and distinguishes the actual product surface, supporting reliable measurement in tanks with internals, turbulence, foam, condensation or build-up.

Standard reference accuracy is ±2 mm, while an ultra-accuracy option provides ±1 mm. The standard 5408 measures up to 40 m; the ER extended-range option supports up to 150 m under suitable application conditions. Output options include 4-20 mA/HART and FOUNDATION Fieldbus. Antenna type, process connection, wetted materials, pressure rating and hazardous-area approvals are selected through the complete model code.

The Rosemount 5408:SIS is a separate safety-oriented configuration certified to IEC 61508 for SIL 2 applications, with SIL 3 capability under the specified architecture. Final selection must be checked against the process medium, vessel geometry, range, accuracy, temperature, pressure, antenna, flange, communication protocol and required approvals.

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⚙ Technical Specifications

Measurement principleFrequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radar -
Frequency range24.05 to 27.0 GHz
Reference accuracy - standard±2 mm
Reference accuracy - ultra option±1 mm
Repeatability±1 mm
Maximum range - standard 5408 without ER40 m
Maximum range - ER extended-range option150 m
Maximum range - ultra-accuracy configuration15 m
Signal output4-20 mA/HART 6 or 7; FOUNDATION Fieldbus -
HART supply voltage12 to 42.4 VDC
HART supply voltage - intrinsically safe12 to 30 VDC
FOUNDATION Fieldbus supply voltage9 to 32 VDC
Minimum HART loop resistance250 ohm
Internal power consumption<1 W
Maximum output power-5 (0.32 mW) dBm
Startup time<40 s
HART sensor update rate≥1 update/s
FOUNDATION Fieldbus update rate≥2 updates/s
Maximum level-change rate40 standard; adjustable to 200 mm/s
Available process-pressure envelope-1 to +100 bar
Available process-temperature envelope-60 to +250 °C
Ambient temperature without display-40 to +80 °C
Humidity0 to 100, non-condensing %RH
Ingress protectionIP66/IP67/IP68; NEMA 4X -
IP68 test condition3 m for 30 min -
Antenna typesCone, process seal, parabolic -
Housing materialsPolyurethane-coated aluminum or CF-8M stainless steel -
Sensor module material316L stainless steel -
Cable/conduit entries1/2-14 NPT, M20 x 1.5 or G1/2 -
Functional safetyRosemount 5408:SIS only: IEC 61508 SIL 2; SIL 3 capable -

▦ Typical Applications

  • Oil & Gas
  • Chemical & Petrochemical
  • Water & Wastewater
  • Power Generation
  • Food & Beverage

▰ Availability & Delivery

Availability & DeliveryAvailability subject to quotation and stock confirmation
Lead TimeRFQ confirmation required
Shipping OptionsAir freight, sea freight, express
PackagingSecure export packaging