Magnetic Liquid

Level Indicators

Installation and Operating Manual

Gauges
Switches
Transmitters

A Magnetrol Company
Read this Manual Before Installing
This manual provides information on Magnetic Liquid
Level Indicators. It is important that all instructions are
read carefully and followed in sequence.
Conventions Used in this Manual
Certain conventions are used in this manual to convey
specific types of information. General technical material,
support data, and safety information are presented in
narrative form. The following styles are used for notes,
cautions, and warnings.
Notes
Notes contain information that augments or clarifies
an operating step. Notes do not normally contain
actions. They follow the procedural steps to which
they refer.
Cautions
Cautions alert the technician to special conditions that
could injure personnel, damage equipment, or reduce
a component’s mechanical integrity. Cautions are also
used to alert the technician to unsafe practices or the
need for special protective equipment or specific
materials. In this manual, a caution box indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Warnings
Warnings identify potentially dangerous situations or
serious hazards. In this manual, a warning indicates an
imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death.
Safety Messages
Follow all standard industry procedures for servicing
electrical equipment when working with or around high
voltage. Always shut off the power supply before touch-
ing any components.
WARNING! Explosion hazard. Do not connect or
disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off
or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
Low Voltage Directive
For use in Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2.
If equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, protection provided by the equipment
may be impaired.
Notice of Trademark, Copyright, and Limitations
Atlas, Aurora, Eclipse, Gemini, and Jupiter, are trade-
marks of Magnetrol International.
Copyright © 2004 Magnetrol International.
All rights reserved.
Magnetrol reserves the right to make changes to the
product described in this manual at any time without
notice. Magnetrol makes no warranty with respect to the
accuracy of the information in this manual.
Warranty
All Magnetrol/Orion mechanical level controls are
warranted free of defects in materials or workmanship for
five full years from the date of original factory shipment.
All Magnetrol/Orion electronic level controls are
warranted free of defects in materials or workmanship for
one full year from the date of original factory shipment.
If returned within the warranty period; and, upon factory
inspection of the control, the cause of the claim is
determined to be covered under the warranty; then,
Magnetrol/Orion will repair or replace the control at no
cost to the purchaser (or owner) other than transportation.
Magnetrol/Orion shall not be liable for misapplication,
labor claims, direct or consequential damage or expense
arising from the installation or use of equipment. There
are no other warranties expressed or implied, except special
written warranties covering some Magnetrol products.
Quality Assurance
The quality assurance system in place
at Magnetrol guarantees the highest
level of quality throughout the com-
pany. Magnetrol is committed to pro-
viding full customer satisfaction both
in quality products and quality service.
Magnetrol’s Corporate quality assurance system is regis-
tered to ISO 9001 affirming its commitment to known
international quality standards providing the strongest
assurance of product/service quality available.
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Liquid Level Indicators
Table of Contents
1.0 Installation
1.1 Unpacking.............................................................1
1.2 Pre-installation Checklist .......................................1
1.3 Equipment and Tools ............................................1
1.4 Side Mount Installation.........................................2
1.5 Top Mount Installation .........................................3
1.6 Top/Bottom Connection Installation.....................3
1.7 Start-up .................................................................3
1.8 Special Accessory Installation.................................4
1.8.1 Insulation or Blanket Installation................4
1.8.2 Steam Heat Tracing Installation ..................5
1.8.3 Electric Heat Tracing Installation................5
1.8.3.1 Units with a fixed-point
thermostatic switch..............................5
1.8.3.2 Units with an adjustable “bulb-type”
thermostatic switch..............................6
1.9 Switch Installation .................................................7
1.9.1 OES-100 Cam Operated Switch.................7
1.9.1.1 Mounting to an
Atlas™ or Gemini™ MLI..................7
1.9.1.2 Mounting to an Aurora® MLI .............7
1.9.1.3 Wiring.................................................8
1.9.2 OPS-200 Pneumatic Switch........................8
1.9.2.1 Mounting to an
Atlas or Gemini MLI...........................8
1.9.2.2 Mounting to an Aurora MLI ...............9
1.9.2.3 Air line connections.............................9
1.9.3 ORS-300 Electric Reed Switch ...................9
1.9.3.1 Mounting to an
Atlas or Gemini MLI.........................10
1.9.3.2 Mounting to an Aurora MLI .............10
1.9.3.3 Wiring...............................................10
1.10 Analog Transmitter Installation............................11
1.10.1 OCT-400 Reed Transmitter......................11
1.11 Internal Electronic Transmitter Installation .........11
1.12 Internal Eclipse® Transmitter Installation.............12
2.0 Reference Information
2.1 Description..........................................................12
2.2 Theory of Operation ...........................................13
2.2.1 Side Mount...............................................13
2.2.2 Top Mount ...............................................13
2.3 Troubleshooting...................................................14
2.3.1 Side Mount...............................................14
2.3.2 Top Mount ...............................................15
2.4 Spare Parts ...........................................................15
2.5 Maintenance........................................................16
2.6 Agency Approvals ................................................16
2.7 Specifications.......................................................17
2.7.1 Magnetic Level Indicator ..........................17
2.7.2 Model OES-100 Switch............................18
2.7.3 Model OPS-200 Switch............................18
2.7.4 Model ORS-300 Switch ...........................18
2.7.5 Model OCT-400 Analog Transmitter .......18
2.7.6 Model 2XX Jupiter™ Magnetostrictive
Transmitter ...............................................18
2.7.7 Model 705 Eclipse Transmitter .................18
2.7.8 Physical – Atlas.........................................19
2.7.9 Physical – Aurora......................................21
2.7.10 Physical – Gemini.....................................22
2.8 Model Numbers ..................................................25
2.8.1 Magnetic Level Indicator ..........................25
2.8.2 Eclipse Guided Wave Radar Transmitter...27
2.8.3 Jupiter Magnetostrictive Transmitter.........28
2.8.4 Reed Chain Transmitter............................28
2.8.5 Electric Switches .......................................28
 1.0 Installation
Caution: If equipment is used in a manner not specified by manu-
facturer, protection provided by equipment may be
impaired.

1.1 Unpacking

Unpack the instrument carefully. Inspect all units for

damage. Report any concealed damage to carrier within
24 hours. Check the contents of the packing slip and
purchase order. Check and record the serial number for
future reference when ordering parts.
Caution: Do not discard the shipping container until all parts are
checked.

1.2 Pre-installation Checklist

1. Manually move the float from 0% to 100% to 0% prior

to start up/check out in order to reinitialize accessory
products, if so equipped. Accessories may inadvertently
change state due to rough handling in shipment.
2. Remove float prior to pressure testing tank.
Caution: Float damage will occur if not removed from chamber prior
to pressure testing the tank.
3. Verify the MLI’s center to center distance equals the
vessel’s center to center.

1.3 Equipment and Tools

• Open-end wrenches or adjustable wrench to fit the process

studs and nuts. A torque wrench is highly desirable.
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Digital multimeter or digital volt/ammeter if transmitters
or switches are attached
• Level
• Gasket for mating flanges
• Teflon tape & “never seize” for threaded units
• Pipe wrench for threaded units

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 1.4 Side Mount Installation
Caution: This instrument is intended for use in Installation
Category II, Pollution Degree 2 locations.

NOTE: Top of gauge nameplates are available as an option.

The MLI nameplate can be used as bottom reference of

the external cage. Install the cage to the vessel with name-
plate at bottom. Isolation valves are recommended for
installation between vessel and external cage. Check to
ensure the external cage is vertical. All piping should be
straight and free of “low spots” or “pockets” so that the
lower liquid connection will drain toward the external
cage. Adjust piping as required.

It is recommended a drain valve be installed in the bottom

flange to allow cleaning and checking level. Close the
isolation valves until start up.

Initial installation of the Magnetic Level Indicator is sim-

ple. Unless otherwise specified, MLIs will be shipped from
the factory fully assembled. All flanges will be torqued to
ANSI specifications. Make sure all process connections
attached to the vessel which the gauge will be mounted to
are vertically level, and flanges, if any are level.

Carefully unpack the MLI and stand it up vertically.

NOTE: Longer units require support of the entire length of the cham-
ber while being lifted in place vertically. This will prevent bow-
ing of the chamber, that could result in glass breakage. Once
the gauge is mounted to the vessel and the liquid level rises
inside the vessel, the gauge will become operational

Isolation valves are recommended, but not required. If

isolation valves are used, care must be used when opening
the valves to prevent a surge of fluid or gases through the
chamber. A surge can cause the float to be propelled to the
far end of the chamber, and float damage could result.
Caution: If for any reason the MLI is pressurized higher than the
maximum pressure indicated on the name tag, the float
inside the chamber is subject to collapsing and causing
float failure.

NOTE: Float is shipped in chamber.

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 1.5 Top Mount Installation

Caution: This instrument is intended for use in Installation

Category II, Pollution Degree 2 locations.

The top mount gauge can be installed as one complete

unit or disassembled to allow access from inside the tank.

Correct vertical installation is required to assure proper

float movement.

To disassemble you need only to unscrew the threaded cap

at the bottom mounting flange or connection.
Caution: Proper precautions should be taken to prevent the
bending of the guide rod.

1.6 Top/Bottom Connection Installation

Caution: This instrument is intended for use in Installation

Category II, Pollution Degree 2 locations.

Carefully unpack the MLI and stand the unit up vertically.

Note the float stop disc at the bottom flange. Note the
float stop bar (welded in place) at the top of the gauge.
This always indicates the top of gauge.

The float is shipped in the chamber.

Caution: Overall length should be ± 1⁄16". Smooth float travel must be
assured by no bending of the chamber pipe.

1.7 Start-up

Increase system pressure slowly while commissioning the

instrument. Thoroughly check for leaks, and verify that
the local indicator device accurately tracks the liquid level.
Verify external accessory devices (switches, transmitter, etc.)
are functional and properly calibrated.
Caution: Do not open the bottom isolation valve quickly. Allow the
level to rise until the MLI displays the correct level in the
vessel.

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1.8 Special Accessory Installation
1.8.1 Insulation or Blanket Installation

Factory recommended high temperature insulation specifications:

Temperature Thickness Liner Jacket
0° to +250° F (-18° to +121° C) 1
⁄2"
Weather resistant silicone cloth
+251° to +500° F (+122° to +260° C) 1" Weather resistant silicone cloth
+501° to +1000° F (+261° to +538° C) 2" Weather resistant aluminized silicone cloth

• Thickness is 1⁄2" when the MLI has switches or a transmitter.

• Insulation used is 8 lb. density ceramic blanket
• All removable insulated blankets are fastened to the MLI by
velcro and straps. Quilting pins available as an option.
• All removable insulation blankets are sewn with fire retardant
teflon thread.
• High temperature guide for the level flow gauge side mount:
Consult factory for specific temperature guide lines.
Figure 1
Low Temperature
Insulated Magnetic
Level Indicator

Factory recommended cryogenic insulation specifications:

Temperature Thickness Liner Jacket
+32° to -100° F (0° to -73° C) 2" Outdoor .016 smooth aluminum Polyurethane with all
-101° to -320° F (-74° to -196° C) 4" jacket with vapor barrier service jacket vapor barrier

• Purpose: To maintain the required low temperature of the

service fluid to be measured.
• All insulation joints will be staggered.
• All insulation joints will be sealed with a non-breathing
moisture resistant mastic.
• All weather resisting jacketing seams will be sealed with a
weather resistant caulk.
• The weather resistant jacket will be sealed to the 2" or 4"
plexiglass frost extension, with weather resistant caulk.
• The face of the frost extension must always be exposed.
• Cryogenic units will be flipper style indicators.

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 1.8.2 Steam Heat Tracing Installation
Steam Heat Tracing is available as a factory installed
option. Steam traced units are generally supplied with a
factory installed insulation blanket (also optional).
Two steam connections (typically 3⁄8" × 0.035" tubing)
protrude from the unit. See Figure 2. The following
installation procedure is suggested:
• Remove factory installed plastic caps from the tube ends.
• Inspect tube ends for dents and burrs. Tubing length may
be adjusted (cut), if required.
• Compressed air may be applied to either end to verify that
no foreign material exists in the tube tracing assembly.
• A suitable saturated steam source and drain should be con-
nected. Do not exceed applicable pressure ratings for the
particular tubing size. Standard compression fittings may
Figure 2 be used to make the connections, and either connection
may be used as inlet or outlet.
• Apply steam to the unit and check for leaks.
• Contact factory or local representative for assistance, if
required.

1.8.3 Electric Heat Tracing Installation

Electric Heat Tracing is available as a factory installed
option. Electric traced units are generally supplied with a
factory installed insulation blanket (also optional).

Electrical connections are supplied, based on specific

customer requirements. Operating voltage and power
consumption will vary for each particular configuration.
More specific information is supplied with each unit,
and is also available from the factory (unit serial number
is required).

The two most common configurations are units with a

fixed-point thermostatic switch or units with an adjustable
“bulb-type” thermostatic switch.

1.8.3.1 Units with a fixed-point thermostatic switch

Figure 3 With a fixed-point thermostatic switch (customer specified
temperature set point), a wiring harness, or optional
junction box with terminal strip will be available to
accommodate field wiring. See Figure 3 (typical).

NOTE: It is the responsibility of the customer to comply with applica-

ble installation codes and practices. Installation should be
performed by qualified personnel.

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 1. Locate specific power specification and wiring diagram
supplied with unit.
2. Provide appropriate conduit and wiring to the unit.
3. Apply sufficient operating power.
4. Verify that unit will generate sufficient heat and maintain
proper temperature.
NOTE: Wiring diagrams are supplied with units manufactured with
this option.

1.8.3.2 Units with an adjustable “bulb-type” thermostatic

switch
With an adjustable “bulb-type” thermostatic switch, the
temperature may be preset at the factory, however field
personnel should verify this setting during installation. A
wiring harness, or optional junction box with terminal
strip will be available to accommodate field wiring.
NOTE: For supply connections, use wire with a minimum rating of
+167° F (+75° C) as required by process conditions. Use a
minimum of 14 AWG wire for power and ground field wires.

NOTE: Housing must be grounded via protective ground screw in the

base of the housing.

NOTE: It is the responsibility of the customer to comply with applica-

ble installation codes and practices. Class I, Division 1 loca-
tions may contain explosive gas mixtures. Appropriate
precautions must be taken. Installation should be performed
by qualified personnel.
1. Locate specific power specification and wiring diagram
supplied with unit.
2. Provide appropriate conduit and wiring to the unit.
3. Verify thermostat setting. Adjust, if necessary.
4. Apply sufficient operating power. Circuit breaker should
be a GFI (ground fault interrupter) type with maximum
30 mA ground leakage current trip setting. GFI should
be sized at 125% of rated load.
5. Verify that unit will generate sufficient heat and maintain
proper temperature.
NOTE: Wiring diagrams are supplied with units manufactured with
this option.

Caution: In hazardous areas, do not power the unit until the conduit
is sealed and the enclosure cover is screwed down securely.

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 inches (mm) 1.9 Switch Installation
3.0 (76)
REF. 1.9.1 OES-100 Cam Operated Switch
The Model OES-100 snap switch is utilized to expand the
5.5 (139) 8.375 (212) control capabilities of Orion’s extensive line of magnetic
REF. REF. level indicators. This cam-operated double pole double
.5 (12) throw mechanism is clamp-mounted to the outside of the
REF.
(2) 3/4" NPT
MLI. This mounting style allows easy addition or reposi-
conduit connections tioning of switches without disruption of the process.

The OES-100 switch(es) are pre-installed, calibrated, and

checked for proper orientation at the factory. Your unit may
be equipped with one or more switches for alarming or
control. To change the location of the switch in the field,
simply unscrew the clamp and slide the switch to a new
location. See Figure 4.
1.9.1.1 Mounting to an Atlas or Gemini MLI

Caution: If equipment is used in a manner not specified by the

manufacturer, protection provided by the equipment may
be impaired.

Remove the cover of the enclosure. Position the OES-100

cam-operated snap switch on the MLI body so that the
centerline of the switch enclosure is at the desired switch
Figure 4 point level. Ensure that the switch is oriented so that the
arrow on the switch mechanism is pointing toward the top
of the MLI. Install the clamps around the MLI and over
the mounting brackets on the top and bottom of the
ORION INSTRUMENTS switch housing. Tighten the clamps so that the switch is
secured to the MLI. Replace housing cover. If required,
INSTALL
THIS SIDE
UP
place the insulation between the MLI body and the switch
before tightening the clamps.

1.9.1.2 Mounting to an Aurora MLI

The Aurora may be ordered with one or more OES-100
clamp-on switches. During assembly Orion can ensure
proper function of the switches. Special care must be taken
when adding OES-100 switches to an Aurora after initial
purchase. For proper function, the switch must be located
FLOAT BELOW SWITCH as close to the internal float magnet as possible. This is
achieved by marking the location of the indicator on the
Figure 5 Aurora body. The indicator must be rotated on the cham-
Wiring of OES-100 ber so that the switch can be positioned closest to the
cam operated switch
float. Loosen the indicator clamps, rotate the indicator
Contact closure is shown with the
magnetic float below the switch 90 degrees around the chamber and retighten the clamps.
Mount the OES-100 switch where the indicator was
originally located. Move the float, or move level, to verify
proper operation of the switch.

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 1.9.1.3 Wiring
The lower conduit opening is protected with a plastic
shipping plug. The upper opening is sealed with a steel
plug. If it is preferable to wire through the upper conduit
entry, the steel plug may be moved to the lower opening.

NOTE: For supply connections, use wire with a minimum rating of

+167˚ F (+75˚ C) as required by the process conditions. Use a
minimum of 14 AWG wire for power and ground field wires.

NOTE: Housing must be grounded via protective ground screw in

base of housing.

Caution: In hazardous areas, do not power the unit until the conduit
is sealed and the enclosure is screwed down securely.

The DPDT switch has two sets of contacts. See Figure 5

on page 7 and label on mechanism. To wire switch, strip
about 1⁄2" of insulation from end of wire. Using a flat head
screwdriver or pliers, push orange tab away from the wire
opening on the terminal block. DO NOT pry up on the
orange tab as damage to the terminal block may result.
Insert wire into opening and release tab. Check that the
inches (mm)
wire is securely fastened within the terminal block. Repeat
for balance of connections.
OPS–200 7.41
PNEUMATIC SWITCH
NON–BLEED
SUPPLY
(188) 1.9.2 OPS-200 Pneumatic Switch
VACUUM TO 200PSIG

WARNING
A 20 MICRON IN-LINE FILTER
REF.
The OPS-200 is a non-bleed pneumatic switch for use
MUST BE INSTALLED ON SUPPLY LINE

with Orion’s extensive line of magnetic level indicators.

The OPS-200 utilizes a clamp-on mounting style for easy
attachment to the outside of the MLI chamber.

The OPS-200 switch(es) are pre-installed, calibrated, and

checked for proper orientation at the factory. Your unit may
be equipped with one or more switches for alarming or
control. To change the location of the switch in the field,
simply unscrew the clamp and slide the switch to a new
location. See Figure 6.

1.9.2.1 Mounting to an Atlas or Gemini MLI

Figure 6 Caution: If equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, protection provided by the equipment may
be impaired.

With mounting clamps loosened, position OPS-200 pneu-

matic switch on the MLI body so that the centerline of the
switch enclosure is at the desired switch point level. The
switch should be oriented so that supply ports 1 and 2
point toward the ground. Output port 3 will be on the
upper front of the switch when it is properly positioned.

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 Tighten the clamps so that the switch is secured to the
MLI. If required, place the insulation between the MLI
body and the switch before tightening the clamps.
inches (mm)

Mounting
1.50 1.9.2.2 Mounting to an Aurora MLI
Tab
7.35 (38)
(187) Follow procedure for mounting to Atlas or Gemini, but be
Output
sure that the switch is positioned on the circumference of
Port the Aurora body as close to the indicator as possible.
7.41
(188)
1.9.2.3 Air line connections
In order to prevent blockage or corrosion of the switch due
Mounting Front 1/4" NPT
Side to contaminants, the supply medium should be clean, dry
Tab
air or gas and should be run through a 20 micron in-line
Output
filter. Supply ports 1 and 2 are located on the bottom of
Port the switch. See Figure 7. Connect the supply air to one of
Supply port Supply port
output on output on these ports according to the following:
high level low level
Bottom Port 1 Airflow output when float passes
above switch
3-way 2-way
Port
N.O. N.C
Diverter Selector
N.O N.C Port 2 Airflow output when float passes
1 Inlet Exhaust Outlet Inlet Inlet Plug below switch
2 Exhaust Inlet Outlet Inlet Plug Inlet Port 3 Is the output port that should be connect-
3 Outlet Outlet Inlet Outlet Outlet Outlet ed to the device to be activated. All air
line ports are 1⁄4" NPT.
Figure 7
The muffler should be installed on the unused supply port
and must be kept clean and unobstructed for proper func-
tion of the switch.
WARNING: Failure to keep muffler unobstructed may cause
interior of switch to pressurize and burst, causing
serious injury.

1.9.3 ORS-300 Electric Reed Switch

The Model ORS-300 reed switch is available to augment
the control capabilities of Orion’s extensive line of magnet-
ic level indicators. Housed in an explosion proof stainless
steel enclosure, the ORS-300 mounts to the outside of the
MLI via clamps. This mounting style allows addition or
repositioning of switches at any time, without disruption
of the process.

The ORS-300 switch(es) are pre-installed, calibrated, and

checked for proper orientation at the factory. Your unit may
be equipped with one or more switches for alarming or
control. To change the location of the switch in the field,
simply unscrew the clamp and slide the switch to a new
location.

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 1.9.3.1 Mounting to an Atlas or Gemini MLI

Caution: If equipment is used in a manner not specified by the

inches (mm) manufacturer, protection provided by the equipment may
be impaired.
8-32 Ground Screw
With mounting clamps loosened, position ORS-300 reed
switch on the MLI body so that the centerline of the stain-
3.00 less steel tube which houses the switch is at the desired
(76.2)
switch point level. The switch should be oriented so that
0.84 3.00
(21.3) (76.2) the green ground screw is closest to the top of the MLI.
See Figure 8. Tighten the clamps so that the switch is
1/2" secured to the MLI. If required, place the insulation
MNPT
between the MLI body and the switch before tightening
1.00 the clamps.
(25.4)

1.9.3.2 Mounting to an Aurora MLI

Figure 8
Follow procedure for mounting to Atlas or Gemini, but
ensure that the switch is positioned on the circumference
of the Aurora body as close to the indicator as possible.

FLOAT ABOVE SWITCH 1.9.3.3 Wiring

1 (RED)
The leads protruding from the potted end of the switch
C (WHITE)
housing are color coded as follows:
2 (BLACK)
White = Common
Black = Normally Closed
FLOAT BELOW SWITCH
Red = Normally Open
1 (RED)

C (WHITE)
NOTE: For supply connections, use wire with a minimum rating of
2 (BLACK) +167° F (+75° C) as required by the process conditions. Use a
minimum of 14 AWG wire for power and ground field wires.

Figure 9 NOTE: Housing must be grounded via protective ground screw on

Wiring of ORS-300 upper mounting tab.
Reed Switch
Contact closure shown for
both conditions of the switch
relative to the magnetic float

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 inches (mm) 1.10 Analog Transmitter Installation
1.10.1 OCT-400 Reed Transmitter
3.8 (140) Label bracket
REF. 0.4 (10) REF. The OCT-400 analog transmitter mounts directly to the
side of the Atlas or Gemini chamber, providing a continu-
3.5 (90) 4.5 (115) ous 4–20 mA output signal proportional to liquid level.
REF. REF.
Using simple and reliable reed switches surface mounted to
3/4" NPT a printed circuit board, the unit provides level accuracy of
conduit ±0.50" (13 mm).
connection
The OCT-400 reed transmitter is shipped attached to the
XXX = Span MLI gauge and is precalibrated to the customer specified
active length
span. See Figure 10. Refer to Figure 11 for wire termina-
tions for the OCT-400.

Installation is simplified by utilizing gear clamps that can

4.0 (102) REF. be repositioned with a screw driver.
Inactive length
Caution: If the MLI is insulated, the analog transmitter probe must be
located outside of the insulation blanket.

NOTE: For supply connections, use wire with a minimum rating of

Figure 10 +167° F (+75° C) as required by process conditions. Use a
minimum of 14 AWG wire for power and ground field wires.

NOTE: Housing must be grounded via protective ground screw in the

base of the housing.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the customer to comply with applicable
installation codes and practices. Class I, Division 1 locations
may contain explosive gas mixtures. Appropriate precautions
must be taken. Installation should be performed by qualified
Resistor personnel.
Chain

Reed Caution: In hazardous areas, do not power the unit until the conduit
Switch is sealed and the enclosure cover is screwed down securely.

1.11 Internal Electronic Transmitter Installation

The Gemini Model enables the customer to install several

red different types of either continuous measuring instruments
yellow
black (transmitters) or point level control devices (switches). The
electronic instrument is installed in the 2" or 3" secondary
black: common connection of reed contacts
chamber of the Gemini MLI. The factory should be con-
yellow: upper end of the resistor chain
sulted for these applications to review operating parameters
red: lower end of the resistor chain
and to ensure that the desired instrument is properly
Figure 11 applied.

As the electronic instrument is supplied separately from

the Gemini MLI, the instruction manual for the electronic
unit should be carefully reviewed prior to installation in
the chamber. The instruction manual will be shipped with
the instrument.

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 1.12 Internal Eclipse Transmitter Installation

The Eclipse Guided Wave Radar Transmitter can be

mounted in either the Gemini or the Aurora MLIs. The
Aurora is designed to support operation of the Eclipse in
the same chamber as the float. Due to this, the coaxial
type probe must be used. With the dual chamber Gemini
design, either the twin rod, coaxial, or single rod types
may be used. Caution should be exercised in probe selec-
tion to take into account, media dielectric, viscosity, tem-
perature, pressure, transition zone distances and overfill
requirements. Each Eclipse will be supplied complete with
an instruction manual. A review of the manual is recom-
mended prior to installation of the Eclipse transmitter in
the Gemini or Aurora MLI.
NOTE: Flag or shuttle indicator can be designed for mounting at any
angle. Do not rotate indicator after gauge is manufactured,
due to inability to rotate baffle plate once welding has been
completed.

2.0 Reference Information

2.1 Description

Magnetic Level Indicators (MLIs) are suitable for installa-

tion on process applications that will not restrict float travel
in the piping column. It is a magnetic coupled, local level
indicator which is isolated from the process in a sealed
non-magnetic external cage. Bi-color flags provide visual
indication of level up to 100 feet. Field-adjustable level
switches and transmitters are available as options.

The Atlas is a magnetically coupled local level indicator

isolated from the process via a sealed non-magnetic exter-
nal chamber. A fluorescent orange shuttle or series of bi-
colored flags provide visual indication of liquid level from
distances of up to 100 feet. Available switches for point
alarms include electronic DPDT, reed and pneumatic
technologies. Transmitter technologies for continuous
4–20 mA outputs include reed and guided wave radar.

Atlas is suitable for installation on process applications

including corrosive services that do not impede the move-
ment of the float in the piping column.

Aurora and Gemini incorporate a combination of the

Atlas magnetic level gauge and Magnetrol’s Eclipse
Guided Wave Radar. This represents the industries first
totally redundant mag gauge/transmitter combination.

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 Local indication, 4–20 mA output, HART and Fieldbus
protocols are available. Float damage will not result in loss
of the 4–20 mA signal

Aurora: The Eclipse Guided Wave Radar probe is mount-

ed directly inside of the Gemini chamber. a minimum
3" chamber is utilized to accommodate the Eclipse probe
and allow unobstructed float travel. Patent pending.

Gemini: The dual chamber approach also accomplishes

total redundancy but increases the ease of gauge or trans-
mitter isolation. The Atlas gauge provides local indication
while the Eclipse is mounted directly inside a connected
second chamber. The units perform independently of
each other.

2.2 Theory of Operation

2.2.1 Side Mount
A float equipped with a strong magnet assembly inside and
weighted to the specific gravity of the fluid to be measured,
moves up and down in a non-magnetic chamber, as the
fluid inside rises and falls with the level of the liquid in
the vessel.

Figure 12 Attached to the external wall of the non-magnetic chamber

is a non-porous glass tube. Inside this hermetically sealed
glass tube is a highly visible fluorescent orange indicator or
flags with a strong magnetic assembly inside. See Figures
12 and 13.

Stainless steel The indicator is always coupled to the float magnetically,

chamber wall to indicate the exact measurement of the fluid.
Flux ring
2.2.2 Top Mount
A top mounted float assembly consisting of a magnet
Liquid
Indicating assembly at the top, a guide rod in the middle, and a float
flags at the bottom. The float at the bottom is submerged in the
level
liquid inside the vessel. The entire guide rod assembly is
Float weighted to the specific gravity of the fluid to be measured.
magnets
Attached to the external wall of the non-magnetic chamber
Flux
ring Magnet
is a non-porous glass tube. Inside this hermetically sealed
spacer glass tube is a highly visible fluorescent orange indicator or
flags with a strong magnetic assembly inside. See Figures
12 and 13.
Float
The indicator or flags are always coupled to the magnetic
Figure 13 assembly, to indicate the exact measurement of the fluid.

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2.3 Troubleshooting
2.3.1 Side Mount
Problem
Flags do not rotate with level change.
Flags rotate at different height than actual level.
Float inside the level gauge is moving
slow or not at all.
Switch does not actuate with level change.
Reed transmitter does not track level.
Scale is at zero to the center of the bottom
process connection, but the indicator is above
or below zero.
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Solution
Test flags with a magnet from bottom to top (magnet not
included). If flags test okay, check for float obstruction.
(See Section 2.5, Maintenance on page 16)
Float selected for different specific gravity. Replace float with
a float with correct specific gravity rating. Confirm correctness
of float orientation. Top is up.
Make sure the MLI is level vertically.
The process fluid being measured may be too viscous and
heat tracing may be required to make the material more fluid.
Heat tracing can be purchased from the factory.
The specific gravity of the process fluid and the float weight
may need to be reverified.
The liquid being measured may contain magnetic particles
collecting on the magnetic section of the float causing drag.
If this happens, magnetic trap assemblies can be purchased
from the factory.
Visual inspection of the float may be required to see if the float
has collapsed.
Check micro switch for continuity. Replace if damaged. If
okay, remove switch from piping column and test switch mag-
net assembly with re-alignment magnet, by moving magnet
over the housing face. If the switch magnet assembly fails to
respond, replace the switch. If the switch tests okay, check
float travel.
Remove transmitter assembly from piping column and test
with re-alignment magnet. Run magnet from bottom to top of
reed chain. Check zero and span calibration. If no change in
output, replace.
The scale assembly is mounted to the chamber using stainless
steel gear clamps. It can be easily adjusted in the field using a
screwdriver. Make sure the scale zero is in line with the center
of the process connection.
The float stop spring at each end of the chamber is there to
cushion as well as position the float assembly to the center of
the process connection. Make sure top or bottom float stop
springs are not bent or broken.
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 2.3.1 Side Mount (continued)
Problem
Shuttle indicator has uncoupled and
fallen to the bottom of the glass tube.
2.3.2 Top Mount
Problem
The float assembly or visual indicator is
moving slowly or not at all.
My scale is at the center of the zero mark on
the outside of the top mount chamber but
the indicator is above or below zero.
2.4
15
Solution
In some “flashing” applications, the float may rise or fall quickly.
Consult factory for suggestions to help avoid this.
To re-couple the indicator to the float, simply use a small mag-
net and run it along the length of the chamber to locate the
float. Mark the location of the float on the outside chamber.
Use the small magnet to couple with the indicator and pull the
indicator up to meet and couple with the float.
Make sure all stainless steel gear clamps are tight. The scale
channel must be tight against the chamber.
NOTE: Ensure unit installation is level.
Solution
Make sure the vessel opening or flange connection that the to
mount flange connects to is level.
The top mount guide rod assembly may be bent. Visual inspec-
tion is required.
The process fluid in the vessel may be too viscous, Heating the
vessel to make the process fluid more liquid may be required.
The specific gravity of the process fluid and the float may need
to be reverified.
Visual inspection of the float inside the process fluid may be
required to see if the float has collapsed.
The scale assembly is mounted to the chamber using stainless
steel gear clamps. It can be easily adjusted in the field using a
screwdriver. Make sure the scale zero is in line with the zero
mark on the outside of the top mount chamber.
The float stop spring at the top of the chamber is there to cush-
ion the magnet assembly. Make sure the bottom float stop tube
is not bent or broken
The float stop tube is at the bottom inside the chamber. It is
there to stop the magnet assembly at the zero mark on the out-
side of the chamber
Spare Parts
Spare parts are available for Magnetrol/Orion MLIs and
certain switches and transmitters. Please consult the factory.
Have the unit model number and serial number available
for reference.
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 2.5 Maintenance

Periodic inspections are a necessary means to keep your

level control in good working order. This control is a safety
device to protect the valuable equipment it serves.

If the process liquid is clean (no solids or deposits), the

MLI should require minimum maintenance. If the process
liquid is dirty (solids and deposits), it is recommended the
external cage be isolated from the process and flushed peri-
odically. For complete cleaning, after draining the unit,
remove the bottom flange and float, inspect cage and float
for buildup and clean if required.

Magnetic traps are available to prevent magnetic particu-

late travel from the vessel to the chamber.

2.6 Agency Approvals

AGENCY MODEL AREA CLASSIFICATION

Factory 2XX-100X-XXX Class I, Div. 1, Grps B, C, & D

Mutual Class I, Div. 2, Grps A, B, C, & D
Class II, Div. 1, Grps E, F, & G
Class II, Div. 2, Grps F & G
Class III, Type 4X, IP66
Canadian OES-100E-001 Class I, Div. 1, Grps B, C, & D
Standards Class II, Div. 1 Grps E, F, & G
Association Class III, Type 4X
ORS-300E-001 Class I, Div. 1, Grps B, C, & D
Class I, Div. 2, Grps A, B, C, & D
Class II, Div. 1, Grps E, F, & G
Class III, Type 4X
OCT-400X-XXX Class I, Div. 1, Grps B, C, & D
Class I, Div. 2, Grps A, B, C, & D
Class II, Div. 1, Grps E, F, & G
Class III, Type 4X
CE ORS-300E-001 Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2
OES-100E-001 Low Voltage Directives, 73/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC
per Harmonized Standard EN 61010-1/1993 &
Amendment No. 1
2XX-100X-XXX These units have been tested to EN 50081-2 and
705-5XXX-XXX EN 50082-2 and are in compliance with the
OCT-4XXX-XXX EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
ATEX 705/7/8-5XXX-AXX Intrinsically Safe
705/7/8-5XXX-BXX II 1G, EEx ia IIC T4
705/7/8-5XXX-CXX Explosion Proof ➀
705/7/8-5XXX-DXX II 1/2G, EEx d [ia] IIC T4
705/7/8-5XXX-EXX Non-Incendive ➁
705/7/8-5XXX-FXX II 3G, EEx n IIC T6
➀ Factory Sealed: This product has been approved by Factory Mutual Research (FM), and
Canadian Standards Association (CSA), as a Factory Sealed device.
➁ Measured media inside vessel must be non-flammable only.

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2.7 Specifications
2.7.1 Magnetic Level Indicator

Design Atlas and Aurora – single chamber

Materials of construction – MLI
Materials of construction – Float
Construction options
Certified material test reports (CMTR)
Pressure class ratings
Process connection sizes
Gemini – dual chamber
Metal alloys 316/316L or 304/304L stainless steel,
321 stainless steel, 347 stainless steel,
Titanium, Monel, Hastelloy B,
Hastelloy C-276, Inconel 625, Inconel 825,
Alloy 20, Electropolished 316 stainless steel,
904L stainless steel and other non-magnetic alloys
Plastics Fiberglass, PVC, CPVC, kynar, polypropylene
Same as chamber materials, 316 SS or titanium standard
Conformance to ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3 or NACE MR0175
available
Available upon request
ANSI 150#, 300#, 600#, 900#, 1500#, 2500#
DIN PN16, PN25/40, PN64, PN100, PN160, PN250, PN320
⁄2" to 8"
1

DN 20 to DN 150
Process connection types MNPT, FNPT, weldolet®, sockolet®, threaded couplings,
threaded nipples, buttweld nipples, plain-end nipples,
slip-on flanges, weldneck flanges, lap joint flanges,
tri-clamp fitting, Van Stone flanges
Measuring range 12 to 600 inch (30 to 1524 centimeters) standard
Consult factory for lengths over 600 inch (50 feet)
Temperature range -320° to +1000° F (-196° to +538° C)
Pressure range Full vacuum to 4500 psig (310 bar)
Specific gravity range As low as 0.35 S.G.U.
Indicators Magnetically actuated flag assembly in contrasting orange/black,
yellow/black, red/white colors, or high visibility shuttle follower
Flag assembly seal Inert gas filled and hermetically sealed with Insta-seal valve
Visual indication Easily visible from 75 to 100 feet (23 to 30 meters)
Scale options Etched stainless steel with either height, volume, or
percentage units
Switch options Model OES-100 electric cam operated snap action
Model OPS-200 pneumatic
Model ORS-300 electric reed type
Transmitter options Model 705 Eclipse Guided Wave Radar
Model 2xx Jupiter Magnetostrictive
Model OCT-400 analog reed chain
High temperature options Electric or steam tracing with or without special high
temperature insulation
Low temperature options Cryogenic insulation with special polymeric frost extension

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 2.7.2 Model OES-100 Switch
• Electric snap action switch
• 10 amp DPDT
• ±0.75" (19 mm) float travel
• -58° to +392° F (-50° to +200° C)
• Cast aluminum enclosure, (2) 1⁄2" NPT conduit entries
See bulletin OES-100 for further information

2.7.3 Model OPS-200 Switch

• Bi-stable non-bleed pneumatic switch
• Vacuum to 200 psig (13.8 bar)
(Clean filtered air or gas supply passed through
a 20 micron filter)
• (3) 1⁄4" NPT
• ±0.75" (19 mm) float travel
• 0° to +200° F (-18° to +93° C)
(Consult factory for higher temperature options)
See bulletin OPS-200 for further information

2.7.4 Model ORS-300 Switch

• Electric reed switch, hermetically sealed
• 1 amp SPDT
• Stainless steel enclosure with mounting tabs
• ±0.5" (13 mm) float travel
• -58° to +482° F (-50° to +250° C)
• Stainless steel enclosure with mounting tabs
See bulletin ORS-300 for further information

2.7.5 Model OCT-400 Analog Transmitter

Power: 24 VDC
Maximum Range: Up to 20 feet standard
(Consult factory for longer lengths)
Accuracy: ±0.5" (13 mm)
Output: 4–20 mA
Temperature range: -40° to +500° F (-40° to +260°C)
See bulletin OCT-400 for further information

2.7.6 Model 2XX Jupiter Magnetostrictive Transmitter

Power: 24 VDC
Maximum Range: Up to 35 feet (10.67 meters)
Accuracy: ±0.015" (0.38 mm)
Output: 4–20 mA (HART optional)
Temperature range: -40° to +175° F (-40° to +79°C)
See bulletin ORI-148 for further information

2.7.7 Model 705 Eclipse Transmitter

See bulletin 57-101 for details

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 2.7.8 Physical – Atlas

4" 7"
4" 7"
4" 7"

Center
Center to
to Center
Center Center
to
Center

10"
10"

10"

Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16

Side mount chamber Side mount chamber Side mount chamber

4"
7" 4"
7"
4" 7"

As
Required As
Required
Center
to
Center
As
As
Required
Required

10"
10" 10"

Figure 17 Figure 18 Figure 19

3" side mount chamber Side mount interface 3" side mount interface

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 2.7.8 Physical – Atlas (continued)

4''

4"
9
7"
Visual
7" 6 Indicator
Length
3
in.

0
Customer
Customer Specified
Specified
10''

10"

10"

4''

Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22

Top in, bottom out Top in, bottom out with Top mount
spool pieces

4''

9
Visual
6 Indicator 4" 7" 4" 7"
Length
3
in.

0
Center
to
Center
Center
10'' to
Center

10"

10"

Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25

Top mount with stillwell Side mount with weldneck Side mount
bottom flange

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 2.7.8 Physical – Atlas (continued)

4"
7"
4" 7"

As
Required

Center
to
Center
As
Required

10"
10"

Figure 26 Figure 27
Side mount Side mount interface with
weldneck bottom flange

2.7.9 Physical – Aurora

10 5/8''
10 5/8'' 10 5/8"
10 5/8"

4" 7'' 4" 7''

4" 4" 7''
7''

Center Center
to Center to
Center
Center to Center
to
Center Center

10'' 10''
10''
10''

Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31

Side mount Side mount Side mount chamber Side mount chamber

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 2.7.10 Physical – Gemini

7"
4" 7"
3 1/2" 7" 4"
4" 3 1/2"
3 1/2"

9 9
9
6 Center
6 Center
to Center
Center 6 to
to Center
3 Center 3
in.
in.
3
in.
0 0
3 1/2" 0
3 1/2"
3 1/2"
10" 10"
10"

Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34

Side mount twin chamber Side mount twin chamber Side mount twin chamber

4"
4" 7"
3 1/2" 4" 9 1/2" 4" 9 1/2"

As Required 9
9
9 6
6 Customer
6 Specified 3
Customer in.
Specified
As Required 3
3 in.
in. 0
3 1/2"
0
0
3 1/2"
3 1/2"

10"

4"

Figure 35 Figure 36 Figure 37

Interface twin chamber Top in bottom out Top in bottom out twin
twin chamber chamber with spool pieces

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 2.7.10 Physical – Gemini (continued)

7"
4" 7"
3 1/2" 7" 4"
4" 3 1/2"
3 1/2"

9 9
9
6 Center 6 Center
to Center to
Center 6 to Center
3 Center 3
in. in.
3
in.
0 0
3 1/2" 0 3 1/2"
3 1/2"
10" 10"
10"

Figure 38 Figure 39 Figure 40

Side mount twin chamber Side mount twin chamber Side mount twin chamber

4" 7" 7"

7"
4" 3 1/2" 4"
3 1/2" 3 1/2"

As Required 9 9

9 Center 6 Center
6 to
to
Center Center
6 3
3 in.
in.

As Required
3
in. 0 0
3 1/2" 3 1/2"
0
3 1/2" 10"
10"
10"

Figure 41 Figure 42 Figure 43

Side mount interface Side mount twin chamber Side mount twin chamber
twin chamber

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 2.7.10 Physical – Gemini (continued)

4"

9 1/2"
7" 4" 9 1/2"
4" 9 1/2"
4"

9 9
9
Center
6
6
to 6 Customer
Center Specified 3
in.
3
in.
3
in.
0
0
3 1/2"
3 1/2"
0
3 1/2"

10"

4''

Figure 44 Figure 45 Figure 46

Side mount twin chamber Top in bottom out Top in bottom out
twin chamber twin chamber

7" 7"
4" 3 1/2" 4" 7"
3 1/2" 4"
3 1/2"

9 9 9

6 Center Center 6
to
6 Center
to to
Center Center Center
3 3 3
in. in. in.

0 0 0
3 1/2"
3 1/2"
3 1/2"

10" 10" 10"

Figure 47 Figure 48 Figure 49

Side mount twin chamber Side mount twin chamber Side mount twin chamber

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2.8 Model Numbers
2.8.1 Magnetic Level Indicator
IMPORTANT: Operating specific gravity, maximum pressure, and maximum temperature must be provided upon placement
of order.
Providing information on the liquid, operating pressure, operating temperature, minimum specific gravity, and the
quotation number will expedite the processing of your order.

LEVEL INDICATOR CHAMBER MOUNTING CONFIGURATION (CONSULT FACTORY FOR SPECIAL CONFIGURATIONS)
Atlas, Aurora chamber or Gemini indicator chamber Gemini Eclipse chamber
Process Connections Top Bottom Top Bottom
1 Side/side dome cap RF slip-on w/blind flange dome cap dome cap
2 Side/side RF slip-on w/blind flange dome cap dome cap dome cap
3 Side/side RF slip-on w/blind flange RF slip-on w/blind flange dome cap dome cap
4 Side/side for interface dome cap RF slip-on w/blind flange dome cap dome cap
■5 Top/bottom RF slip-on flange RF slip-on flange dome cap dome cap
■6 Top/bottom spool pieces RF slip-on flange RF slip-on flange dome cap dome cap
•7 Top mounted n/a RF slip-on flange n/a n/a
•8 Top mounted w/stilling well n/a RF slip-on flange n/a n/a
A Side/side dome cap RF weldneck w/blind flange dome cap dome cap
B Side/side RF weldneck w/blind flange dome cap dome cap dome cap
C Side/side RF weldneck w/blind flange RF weldneck w/blind flange dome cap dome cap
CHAMBER PRESSURE RATING
D Side/side for interface dome cap RF weldneck w/blind flange dome cap dome cap
A 150# ANSI class ▲E Side/side RF slip-on w/blind flange dome cap n/a n/a
B 300# ANSI class ▲F Side/side RF slip-on w/blind flange RF slip-on w/blind flange n/a n/a
C 600# ANSI class ▲G Side/side for interface RF slip-on w/blind flange RF slip-on w/blind flange n/a n/a
D 900# ANSI class ✱J Side/side dome cap RF slip-on w/blind flange RF slip-on flange dome cap
E 1500# ANSI class ✱K Side/side RF slip-on w/blind flange dome cap RF slip-on flange dome cap
F 2500# ANSI class ✱L Side/side RF slip-on w/blind flange RF slip-on w/blind flange RF slip-on flange dome cap
M PN 16 DIN class ✱M Top/bottom RF slip-on flange RF slip-on flange RF slip-on flange dome cap
✱N Top/bottom spool pieces RF slip-on flange RF slip-on flange RF slip-on flange dome cap
N PN 25/40 DIN class
✱P Side/side dome cap RF weldneck w/blind flange RF weldneck flange dome cap
P PN 64 DIN class
✱Q Side/side RF weldneck w/blind flange dome cap RF weldneck flange dome cap
Q PN 100 DIN class
✱R Side/side RF weldneck w/blind flange RF weldneck w/blind flange RF weldneck flange dome cap
R PN 160 DIN class ▲S Side/side RF slip-on w/blind flange dome cap n/a n/a
S PN 250 DIN class ▲T Side/side RF slip-on w/blind flange RF weldneck w/blind flange n/a n/a
T PN 320 DIN class ▲U Side/side for interface RF slip-on w/blind flange RF weldneck w/blind flange n/a n/a
• = Atlas only ■ = Atlas or Gemini only Standard vent & drain connections are
1
⁄2" plugged NPT. Consult factory for options.

• •
✱ = Gemini only ▲ = Aurora only

For requirements not specified in the model number selection, add the
prefix "X" to the model and describe the special modifications required.

•
Inches cm CHAMBER TYPE
• Example: X1AC-3CB3-AAA/060
X = 3⁄4" NPT vent 180° from upper process connection

CHAMBER MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION

1 A Atlas A 316/316L SS M Incoloy 825
Aurora B 316/316L SS w/CS flanges N Alloy 20
2 B (Eclipse internal mount, single 3" or 4" chamber) C 304/304L SS P Electropolished 316 SS
Gemini D 304/304L SS w/CS flanges Q 904L SS
3 C (Eclipse internal mount, dual chambers, 2" or 3")
F 321 SS R 347 SS
G Titanium •1 Fiberglass
H Monel •2 PVC
J Hastelloy B •3 CPVC
K Hastelloy C-276 •4 Kynar
L Inconel 625 •5 Polypropylene

• = Atlas Only

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 INDICATOR TYPE & SCALE UNITS
1 Black/orange flags
2 Black/orange flags
3 Black/orange flags
4 Black/orange flags
5 Black/orange flags
6 Black/orange flags
7 Black/orange flags
H Black/yellow flags
J Black/yellow flags
K Black/yellow flags
L Black/yellow flags
M Black/yellow flags
N Black/yellow flags
P Black/yellow flags
Q Red/white flags
R Red/white flags
S Red/white flags
T Red/white flags
V Red/white flags
W Red/white flags
Y Red/white flags
A Orange shuttle
B Orange shuttle
C Orange shuttle
D Orange shuttle
E Orange shuttle
F Orange shuttle
G Orange shuttle
No scale
Height in cm
Height in feet/inches
Height in % of span
Volume in gallons
Volume in liters
Height in running inches TEMPERATURE OPTIONS
No scale ■ Y HT insulation blanket at +375° F
Height in cm • A HT insulation blanket to +500° F
Height in inches • B HT insulation blanket to +1000° F
Height in % of span ■ C HT insulation blanket to +500° F
Volume in gallons ■ D HT insulation blanket to +1000° F
Volume in liters • N Cryogenic insulation to -100° F
Height in running inches • P Cryogenic insulation to -200° F
No scale • Q Cryogenic insulation to -320° F
Height in cm R Steam tracing
Height in inches S Steam tracing with blanket
Height in % of span Electric heat tracing +40° F & below
T with insulation blanket
Volume in gallons
Electric heat tracing +40° to +200° F
Volume in liters U with insulation blanket
Height in running inches
Electric heat tracing +200° to +500° F
No scale V with insulation blanket
Height in cm Electric heat tracing +500° to +800° F
W
Height in inches with insulation blanket
Height in % of span 0 None
Volume in gallons ■ = On chamber only
Volume in liters • = On chamber and flanges
Height in running inches

• •
SIZE OF PROCESS
• •
PROCESS CONNECTION TYPE
• •
MAXIMUM PRESSURE RATING (PSI) / MINIMUM SPECIFIC GRAVITY CHAMBER LENGTH
•
CONNECTION A Threaded nipple NINTH DIGIT CODE Specify length in
A 1
⁄2" B Threaded coupling A B H K Inches when first
digit is numeric
B 3
⁄4" C Plain-end nipple 2 200 / 0.75 200 / 0.64 200 / 0.49 — Lengths from
D Socketweld coupling 3 300 / 0.75 300 / 0.64 300 / 0.49 —
EIGHTH DIGIT CODE

C 1" 12 to 600 inches

D 11⁄2" E Buttweld nipple 4 400 / 0.88 400 / 0.64 400 / 0.49 —
Inch Code
E 2" F WeldoletTM 5 500 / 0.88 500 / 0.64 500 / 0.49➀ 500 / 0.49 Example:
F 21⁄2" G SockoletTM 6 — 600 / 0.64 ➁ 600 / 0.49 600 / 0.49 24 inches = Code 024
G 3" T ThreadoletTM 7 — 700 / 0.64 700 / 0.49 700 / 0.49
H 4" H Slip-on FF flange 8 — 800 / 0.64 800 / 0.49 775 / 0.49 Specify length in
J 6" J Slip-on RF flange 9 — 900 / 0.64 — 900 / 0.57 Centimeters when
first digit is alpha
K 8" K Slip-on RTJ flange ➀ 5H on Aurora is 450 / 0.49.
Lengths from
L Weld neck RF flange ➁ 6B on Aurora is 550 / 0.64.
L DN 20 30 to 1524 cm
M DN 25 M Weld neck RTJ flange
Centimeter Code
N DN 40 N Lap joint flange Example:
P DN 50 P Tri-clamp fitting 60 cm = Code 060
Q DN 80 Van Stone flange
Q (plastic only) Consult factory
R DN 100
for longer or
S DN 150 shorter lengths.

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2.8 Model Numbers (cont.)
2.8.2 Eclipse Guided Wave Radar Transmitter
TRANSMITTER MOUNTING / APPROVALS
1 Integral, GP, IS & NI, FM/CSA
2 Remote, GP, IS & NI, FM/CSA
3 Integral, EP, IS & NI, FM/CSA
4 Remote, EP, IS & NI, FM/CSA
A Integral, GP & IS, CENELEC/ATEX Exia
OUTPUT CONDUIT ENTRY
B Remote, GP & IS, CENELEC/ATEX Exia
0 4–20 mA 0 ⁄4" NPT
3
C Integral, EP, CENELEC/ATEX Exd
1 4–20 mA with HART® 1 M20
D Remote, EP, CENELEC/ATEX Exd
2 PG 13.5
E Integral, NI, CENELEC/ATEX Exn
3 PG 16
F Remote, NI, CENELEC/ATEX Exn
MENU LANGUAGE
1 English
2 Spanish DISPLAY / KEYPAD HOUSING MATERIAL
3 French 0 None 1 Cast aluminum
4 German A Digital display and keypad 2 316 SS

7 0 5 5 • • • • • •
with Eclipse Guided Wave Radar Probe

7 • •
UNIT OF MEASURE
E English unit of measure
M Metric unit of measure
PROBE TYPE
A Coaxial
B Twin rod
D HTHP coaxial
P HP coaxial
R Overfill coaxial
S Steam coaxial
USED WITH
PROBE & FLANGE MATERIAL PROBE TYPE
A 316/316L SS flange & probe All
B Hastelloy C flange & probe A, B, P, R
C Monel flange & probe A, B, P, R
K 316/316L SS flange & probe
(Built to ASME B31.1) S Gemini
T Hastelloy C flange & probe A, R
U Monel flange & probe A, R
Y 316/316L SS flange & probe A, D, P, R, S
Carbon steel flange &
Z 316/316L SS probe A, D, P, R, S
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O-RING MATERIAL
11 ⁄4" NPT thread ➀
3
0 Viton®
42 2" NPT thread ➁ 1 EPDM
43 2" 150 lb. RF ANSI flange 2 Kalrez
44 2" 300 lb. RF ANSI flange 8 Aegis PF128
45 2" 600 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂ N None
46 2" 900/1500 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂
48 2" 2500 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂ PROBE LENGTH
53 3" 150 lb. RF ANSI flange Specify length in:
54 3" 300 lb. RF ANSI flange Inches with second digit 'E',
Lengths from 24 to 240 inches
55 3" 600 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂
Probe length specified should be
56 3" 900 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂
USED measuring range of MLI plus 13 inches
57 3" 1500 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂
WITH MLI Inch Code
58 3" 2500 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂ Example: 24 inches = Code 024
Gemini
63 4" 150 lb. RF ANSI flange
Gemini Specify length in:
64 4" 300 lb. RF ANSI flange
Gemini Centimeters with second digit 'M'
65 4" 600 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂ Lengths from 60 to 610 cm
66 4" 900 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂
Probe length specified should be
Aurora 67 4" 1500 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂ measuring range of MLI plus 33 cm
Aurora 68 4" 2500 lb. RF ANSI flange ➂
Centimeter Code
Aurora ➀ Probe types A, D, P, R, and S only. Example: 60 cm = Code 060
➁ Probe type B only.
Aurora ➂ Probe types D, P, and S only.

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2.8 Model Numbers (cont.)
2.8.3 Jupiter Magnetostrictive Transmitter
OUTPUT
2 4–20 mA with LCD
4 4–20 mA with HART & LCD
CONFIGURATION / UNITS OF MEASURE
1 Top mount, length in inches
2 Top mount offset, length in inches*
3 Bottom mount offset, length in inches
A Top mount, length in centimeters
B Top mount offset, length in centimeters*
C Bottom mount offset, length in centimeters
*Must be used for temperatures above +250° F
or if the top of the MLI is flanged.
PROBE LENGTH
Specify measuring range in:
Inches when third digit is numeric,
Lengths from 6 to 410 inches
HOUSING MATL / MOUNTING / CONDUIT ENTRY Inch Code
Cast aluminum with 3⁄4" NPT Example: 24 inches = Code 024
1 conduit entry, FM/CSA, EP, NI
Specify measuring range in:
Cast aluminum with M20
2 Centimeters when third digit is alpha
conduit entry, FM/CSA, EP, NI
Lengths from 15 to 999 cm
316 SS with 3⁄4" NPT conduit
3 Centimeter Code
entry, FM/CSA, EP, NI
Example: 60 cm = Code 060
316 SS with M20 conduit entry,
4
FM/CSA, EP, NI Probe length should be indication
range of MLI plus 6" (152 mm).

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2.8.4 Reed Chain Transmitter
PROBE LENGTH
Specify active length in:
Inches when seventh digit 'E',
Active lengths from 6 to 198"
UNIT OF MEASURE
E English unit of measure Inch Code
Example: 24 inches = Code 024
M Metric unit of measure

MOUNTING Specify active length in:

Centimeters when seventh digit 'M',
0 Top mount Active lengths from 15 to 503 cm
1 Bottom mount
Centimeter Code
ENCLOSURE Example: 50 cm = Code 050
0 Stainless steel NOTE: Finished probe length equals
1 Aluminum active length plus 8" (20 cm)
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O C T 4 • • •
2.8.5 Electric Switches
SWITCH TYPE
OES-1 Electric 10 amp DPDT snap switch in cast aluminum clamp-mounted housing, NEMA 4X/7/9
OPS-2 Pneumatic non-bleed 200 psig maximum switch in stainless steel clamp-mounted housing, NEMA 4X
ORS-3 Electric bi-stable 1 amp SPDT reed switch in stainless steel clamp-mounted housing, NEMA 4X/7/9

ENCLOSURE
0 Standard enclosure
2 Standard enclosure with cast aluminum junction box (ORS-3 only)
3 Standard enclosure with stainless steel junction box (ORS-3 only)

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Owners of Magnetrol/Orion Instruments controls may So that we may efficiently process any materials that are
request the return of a or any part of an instrument for returned, it is essential that a “Return Material
complete rebuilding or replacement. They will be rebuilt Authorization” (RMA) number be obtained from the
or replaced promptly. Instruments returned under our factory, prior to the material's return. This is available
service policy must be returned by prepaid transporta- through Magnetrol’s local representative or by contact-
tion. Magnetrol will repair or replace the control at no ing the factory. Please supply the following information:
cost to the purchaser (or owner) other than transporta- 1. Company Name
tion if: 2. Description of Material
1. Returned within the warranty period; and 3. Serial Number
2. The factory inspection finds the cause of the claim 4. Reason for Return
to be covered under the warranty. 5. Application
If the trouble is the result of conditions beyond our Any unit that was used in a process must be properly
control; or, is NOT covered by the warranty, there will cleaned in accordance with OSHA standards, before it is
be charges for labor and the parts required to rebuild or returned to the factory.
replace the equipment. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must accompany
In some cases it may be expedient to ship replacement material that was used in any media.
parts; or, in extreme cases a complete new instrument, All shipments returned to the factory must be by pre-
to replace the original equipment before it is returned. If paid transportation.
this is desired, notify the factory of both the model and
serial numbers of the instrument to be replaced. In such All replacements will be shipped F.O.B. factory.
cases, credit for the materials returned will be deter-
mined on the basis of the applicability of our warranty.
No claims for misapplication, labor, direct or conse-
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