Level Sensors
This page introduces KEYENCE’s lineup of level sensors in addition to the supported networks and connection examples.
- Level sensor lineup
- Connection example
- Network example
- Supported networks
- Typical connection example
Level sensor lineup
NQ Series network communication module
Connection example
FL Series network communication modules can be used to connect level sensors.
Network example
- A network-compatible unit or board is required for PLCs and PCs.
Supported networks
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DeviceNet® |
CC-Link | IO-Link | PROFINET |
PROFIBUS |
EtherCAT® |
Ethernet TCP/IP |
RS-232C RS-422A/485 |
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| Sensing Guide Pulse Level Sensor FL Series |
Field network
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Typical connection example
Connecting to a field network makes it possible to collect and manage various information from pressure sensors. This allows for the construction of information systems for batch monitoring of liquid levels at various locations, predictive maintenance, changeovers, quality management, and more.
The following example includes a network-connected level sensor.
Remote monitoring using digital data
Real-time remote monitoring makes it possible to obtain accurate liquid level information from tanks located off-site. This allows for quicker responses to problems, leading to reduced downtime.
