Debutanizer
LevelPoint Level

Overview
Accurate level control of the debutanizer ensures product quality of the obtained hydrocarbons, but this is made difficult due to hot liquids flashing, buildup and high temperature. Even through quick process changes reliable level measurement and point level detection are required to ensure a smooth operation of the plant.
Operating Conditions
- Measuring Task
- Level measurement and point level detection
- Measuring Point
- Column
- Medium
- Light hydrocarbon
- Measuring Range
- 1 m
- Temperature
- +260 … +400 °C
- Pressure
- +0.5 … +3 bar
Challenges
- High process temperature, buildup
Benefits
- Reliable: Overfill protection increases plant safety
- Cost effective: Low maintenance costs, because non-moving parts
- User friendly: Unaffected by process conditions
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