Ingeniously simple and reliable

level measurement technology

Solutions for the

Power Industry

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Reliable measurement technology for
versatile solutions in power industry

In line with the rapid development of the economy and of

technology, we have a continuously growing demand for
electricity as mankind invents computers, intelligent home
appliances, electric cars, intelligent robots, and many more
products that use electricity. There is no denying that the
continuous emergence of new technology makes electricity
a necessity for people. On this basis, the requirements for
electric power equipment are also increasing: the need for
them to be safe and reliable, high availability, easy to install,
no leakage, maintenance-free. And, importantly, can meet
the requirements for environmental protection is what we
really need.

As one of the world's leading suppliers of level sensors,

UWT has over 40 years of expertise and experience in level
measurement and control, and is committed to providing
comprehensive, advanced, established and reliable
equipment for the power industry. Equipment such as all
types of rotary paddle level switch, vibration level limit switch,
capacitive level limit switch, electro-mechanical plumb bob
sensors, radar sensor and guided wave radar.

The rightmeasurement
technology for every process
within power plants

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Quality assurance and quality management have for many The level sensor is an indispensable element of the
years been well established values at UWT. The level technical equipment within a plant for the detection and
sensors are defined by their reliable functionality, easy monitoring of levels and limit levels within the different
handling and long service life. In accordance with the high process stages.
industry standards comprehensive support for individual
requirements and technical needs are offered. All UWT devices are designed to allow easy integration
into the various processes and are characterized by
Customer-oriented planning and experienced project being completely maintenance free in accordance with
management delivered by the experts at UWT allow the the principle of “install and forget“.
development of creative ideas and specified solutions
that can be implemented efficiently.

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UWT with its high performance technology and
advanced solutions is able to support and ensure
the smooth operation of industry processes:

Highest quality means long service life

UWT provides a guaranteed “Made in Germany“

quality with a product performance rating of almost
100% within the warranty period. The high quality of
the products is ensured by continual improvement
processes and extensive device tests.

Individual product concepts:

flexible, modular & economical
UWT will configure the appropriate measurement
technology for each application. Even under constantly
changing conditions, the sensors by their modular
design offer flexible configuration (individual parts
are available at all times). KIT solutions enable swift,
individual equipment configuration and efficient stock-
keeping. Sensor, process fitting, electronics and
housing are matched to the specific requirements so
that the installation is provided with an effective and
reliable measurement technology.

Planning security through precision

Modern, high-quality technologies ensure continuous

stress-free process flow. Sensors are developed with
maximum compatibility for processes, so that they
can be perfectly integrated into systems and thus
offer optimal support.

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UWT Portfolio

UWT provides sensors for the measurement of level and limit level in bulk solids and
liquids. Depending on the medium and the application, different measurement techniques
are used. In addition, we offer a range of complete systems for level monitoring and
visualisation. The product lines include not only an economic standard but also particularly
high grade, premium versions which can meet customers' various needs.

UWT devices are completely maintenance-free and importantly, carry international

certificates. These certificates are adapted in view of the constantly expanding
international markets. All limit switches are available with universal voltage electronics
as standard or as an option.

Approvals world-wide
WHG
Wasser-
haushalts-
gesetz

Quality Certificates

Level limit switch

Rotary Paddle Level Switch Rotonivo® Series 3000/6000

Variable extension lengths – either rope or tube
Extension and process connection available in stainless steel
Adjustable sensitivity
EHEDG compliant
Suitable for use in high temperatures of up to 1,100 °C
Modular design
Rotonivo® 6000 SIL 2 compliant
All-rounder for all applications
Wide variety of configuration options

Rotary Paddle Level Switch Rotonivo® Series 4000

Variable extension lengths – either with pendulum shaft or
rope extension
Version with plastic housing and process connection
Various process connections
Adjustable sensitivity
Modular design
Plastic design offers increased corrosion resistance

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Vibrating Fork Level Switch Vibranivo® Series 1/2/5/6
Variable extension lengths – either rope or cable extension
Extension and process connection available in stainless steel
Sensitive to the lightest bulk materials (< 5 g/l)
EHEDG compliant
Version with separate housing available
NAMUR-electronics
Suitable for interface measurement within sediment
tanks / containers

Vibrating Fork Level Switch Vibranivo® Series 4000

Variable extension lengths – either rope or cable extension

Extension and process connection available in stainless steel
"Extension, process connection and oscillators cast from one mould"
Sensitivity from 30 g/l

Vibrating Single Rod Level Switch Mononivo® Series 4000

Variable extension lengths – either rope or cable extension
Heavy mechanical loading
High quality material in the process (SS 316L)
High surface quality
Sensitivity adjustable in 4 settings
Temperature range from -40 °C to +150 °C
Robust version suitable for overpressure up to 16 bar
Compact limit switch with threads from 1"

Capacitive Level Switch RFnivo® Series 3000

Variable extension lengths – either rope or cable extension
Extension and process connection available in stainless steel
(Stainless steel probe material with FDA conformity)
Version with plastic coated extension available
Can be used in low dielectric values from 1.5 DK
EHEDG compliant
Suitable for use in high temperatures of up to 500 °C
Suitable for use in process pressures of up to 25 bar
“Active Shield Technology“ for anti-caking functionality
Available as remote version
User friendly parameter setting via display and function buttons
with measurement results given also via display
Simple automatic calibration at start up

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Capacitive Level Switch RFnivo® Series 8000

Level limit detection in liquids, slurries, foam, interfaces and solids

"Potted electronics, “Active Shield Technology“ against material
build-up ensures high functional safety"
Robust design, PFA isolation for high chemical resistance
Digital electronics with integrated display and operating menu,
programmable
Extended rod version or rope version
Suitable for use in high temperatures of up to 400 °C
Suitable for use in high pressures of up to 35 bar
Sensitivity: dielectric constant ≥ 1.5

Capacitive Level Switch Capanivo® Series 4000

Variable extension lengths – either rope or cable extension
Versions available with plastic housing, process connection
and extensions
Extension FDA compliant
Can be used in low dielectric values from 1.6 DK
Suitable for use in high temperatures of up to 180 °C
“Active Shield Technology“ for anti-caking functionality
Integrated earthing in process connection
No calibration required

Capacitive Level Switch Capanivo® Series 7000

Flexible use, compact design
Stainless steel and plastic version
With threads from ½"
No maintenance
Corrosion resistant construction
Level limit detection in liquids, slurries, foam, interfaces and solids

Capacitive Level Switch Capanivo® Series 8000

Extended pipe version or cable version
Flexible use, range of process connections, hygiene versions, digital
version with LCD
Potted electronics, “Tip Sensitivity“ against material build-up ensures
high functional safety"
High safety standard
Sensitivity: dielectric constant ≥ 1.5
Level detection independent of tank wall / pipe
High chemical resistance on probes
No maintenance

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Level Transmitter

Electro-mechanical Plumb Bob Sensors NivoBob® Series 3000

Measuring range up to 50 m (silo height)
Easy commissioning
Rope and tape version
Integrated tape cleaner
Threaded or flanged process connection
Modbus and Profibus interface
Reliable measurement results independent of material
Suitable for interface measurement within sediment tanks/containers

Electro-mechanical Plumb Bob Sensors NivoBob® Series 4000

Measuring range up to 30 m (Silo height)
Easy commissioning
Rope and tape version
Integrated tape cleaner
Threaded or flanged process connection
Aiming flange for angled installations

Guided Wave Radar Sensor TDR NivoGuide® Series 3000

High sensitivity: dielectric constant ≥1.5
Heavy mechanical loading
Aluminum housing or stainless steel housing,
protection level up to IP68
High quality process connection material SS316L, PA coated,
insulation FKM / FFKM / EPDM
Electronic 2-wire, 9.6..35 V DC, 4 - 20 mA, HART
Rod or rope version
Robust version suitable for overpressure up to 40 bar
Temperature solution up to +200 °C
Threads from ¾", G/NPT

Guided Wave Radar TDR NivoGuide® Series 8000

Digital electronics with integrated display and operating menu,
programmable
High sensitivity: dielectric constant ≥ 1.4
Aluminum housing or stainless steel housing,
protection level up to IP68
High quality process connection material SS 316L, PA coated,
insulation FKM / FFKM / EPDM
Accurate measurement, threads from ¾"
Rod 6 m, rope 75 m or coax version 6 m
Robust version suitable for overpressure up to 400 bar
Ultra-low and high temperature applications,
temperature range -196 °C to +450 °C
Electronic 2-wire, 9.6..35 V DC, 4 - 20 mA, HART
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Radar Sensor NivoRadar® Series 3000
Measuring range up to 100 m (Silo height)
Simple, six-step commissioning
Aiming flange model
4° beam angle
Temperature solution up to +200 °C
78 GHz technology
Lens antenna and mounting flange are flush

Radar Sensor NivoRadar® Series 4000

Use in narrow, medium-sized silos up to 30 m
Very compact with 1" process connection (PVDF)
Various mounting accessories
Measurement to antenna tip (no blocking distance)
Very high sensitivity (DK value ≥ 1.1)
80 GHz technology
4° narrow beam lobe
Potted PVDF housing
Degree of protection IP66/ IP68
Temperature solutions -40 °C to +80 °C
WHG certification

Radar Sensor NivoRadar® Series 7000

Use in process and storage tanks up to 15 m
Flush antenna
Very compact with 1 ½" process connection (PVDF)
Various mounting accessories
Measurement to antenna tip (no blocking distance)
Very high sensitivity (DK value ≥ 1.1)
80 GHz technology
8° narrow beam lobe
Potted electronics
Degree of protection IP66/ IP67
Temperature solutions -40 °C to +80 °C
WHG certification

Capacitance Level Transmitter NivoCapa® Series 8000

Variable extension lengths – either rope or rod extension
Continuous level measurement in liquids, slurries and solids
Performs viscous materials (conductive or nonconductive),
even in challenging environments involving vapour and dust
PFA isolation for high chemical resistance
Suitable for use in high temperatures of up to 200 °C
Suitable for use in high pressures of up to 35 bar
“Active Shield Technology“ against material build-up
ensures high functional safety
No maintenance
Robust version

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Visualisation NivoTec® Series 2/3/4
Web-based visualisation solution
Level monitoring and analysis via ethernet
Remote access via internet option
Complete system for plug and play
Sensor interface for 4-20mA or Modbus RTU
Expandable to monitor up to 15 or 30 silos within a plant
Full, empty, demand, fault alarm via email option
Signal output for silo full alarm
Effective silo management

Complete system for:

• Level indication
• Trend display
• Data storage
• Remote fill level analysis

Project Planning
Individual consultation for appropriate measurement
Project support for technical queries
Project planning for customer specific solutions

Service
Sensor configuration by experienced application technicians
Swift, professional installation and commissioning
Full documentation of settings for future reference
Full training for operating personnel

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Customized measurement solutions for every process:

1 Coal Belt Conveyor 2 Raw Coal Bunker 3 Coal Hopper

Main features RF Main features NR NB RN RF Main features RN RF

• Material flow detection, scouring • Special structure of coal bunker, • Abrasion and scouring resistance
resistance many inlets, large dust • Safe measuring instrument
• Rope version RF, contact or non-con- • Tape version lot, pop-up cleaner • Double bearings, three-layer seal,
tact measurement adjustable • 78 GHz Technology, FMCW, clutch motor
• LCD display for precise adjustment stable and reliable measurement • RF with LCD for precise adjustment

7 Deaerator 8 High Pressure Heater 9 Low Pressure Heater

Main features NG Main features NG Main features NG

• Suitable for use in high temperature • High temperature up to 450 °C, • Suitable for use in high temperature
and pressure high pressure up to 400 bar and pressure
• SIL2 certificate • TDR with steam compensation • SIL2 certificate
• Coaxial extension • High measurement accuracy, safe • Precise measurement
• Unpluggable display and reliable

10 Condenser 11 Economizer

Main features NG NC Main features RF RN Superheated Steam

• Precise measurement • High-temperature ash hopper, contai-
• SIL2 certificate ning sulfur, highly corrosive
• High sensitivity • High-temperature RN, up to 1100 °C, 7 Deaerator
• Condensate cone ceramic seal
• High-temperature RF, “Active Shield“
to prevent caking
Water
Tank
Recharge
Water

RN Rotary paddle switch Rotonivo®

VN Vibrating fork Vibranivo®

MN Vibrating rod Mononivo® 8

Cooling Generator High
CN Capacitive sensor Capanivo® Steam Turbine
Tower Pressure
Heater
RF Capacitive sensor RFnivo®

NC Capacitive transmitter NivoCapa®

NB Electro-mechanical lot NivoBob®

NR Radar sensor NivoRadar®

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NG TDR sensor NivoGuide® Condensate Low Feedwater
10 Pump Pressure Pump
Cooling Water Condenser Heater

12 Electrostatic Precipitator 13 Pneumatic Transfer Pump 14 Ash Silo

Main features RF RN VN Main features RF VN Main features NB NR RF RN

• Small density of ash, low dielectric • Small density of ash, low dielectric • Small density of ash, low dielectric
constant, easy to adhere constant, easy to adhere constant, easy to adhere, large dust
• Ash hopper (insulation layer outside) • Small tank, pneumatic conveying • Raw, coarse and fine ash silo
• Temperature up to 150 °C / 240 °C, • Temperature up to 150 °C / 240 °C, • Tape version lot, self-cleaning, anti-
pressure up to 10 bar /16 bar / 25 bar pressure up to 16 bar / 25 bar adhesion, stable measurement
• “Active Shield“ to prevent caking • “Active Shield“ to prevent caking • Radar FMCW, 78GHz Technology

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Process flow diagram for coal power plant with UWT recommendations and appropriate measurement solutions
4 Coal Feeder 5 Pulverized Coal Bunker 6 Steam Drum

Main features RN RF Main features NR NB RN RF Main features NG

• Anti-clogging material • Large dust, easy to stick material • High temperature up to 450 °C,
• Anti-scouring • Tape version NB, pop-up cleaner high pressure up to 400 bar
• Easy installation • Lens antenna with air flush connection • TDR with steam compensation
• High sensitivity • Fast reaction time • High measurement accuracy, safety
and reliability
• Steam boiler application certificate

1 Coal Belt Conveyor

Coal

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Steam Raw Coal Yard
Raw Coal Bunker
Drum 6

Convective
Plate
Superheater
Superheater Stack
11 Economizer
3 Coal Hopper Hot 12 Electrostatic
Air Precipitator
Coal Induced Draft Fan
4 Coal Feeder
Absorption
Ash Hopper Tower
Hot Air
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Hot
Pulverized Pneumatic
Coal Bunker Boiler Air Preheater Ash Bag Transfer
Air
Furnace Pump
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Ash Silo 14
Pulverized 17
Coal Coarse/Raw/Fine Ash
Limestone Lime
Forced Draft Fan Silo Putty
Slag 15
Bin Ash
Air Discharge
Hopper
Coal Exhauster 16 Dewatered Slag Bin
Pulverizer

15 Slag Bin 16 Dewatered Slag Bin 17 Limestone Silo

Main features NB RF RN Main features NB Main features NB NR RN RF

• Desulfurization slag bin, steel plate silo • Dewatering slag bin, slag level in • Desulfurization limestone silo with
• High temperature up to 240 °C, con- water large dust
taining water vapor • Interface measurement with anti-cor- • Absorption of moisture in the air, easy
• Intelligent tape version NB, safe, sta- rosion coating to stick material caking
ble and reliable measurement • Adjustable sensitivity, precise • Tape version lot, pop-up cleaner
positioning

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Coal Handling System
Requirements Met by UWT:

Coal Belt Conveyor

Measure flowing material, need to be resistant to scouring

Raw Coal Bunker

Many inlets, fast feed speed
High dust volume when dry
Material liable to hang and collapse material when wet
Uneven internal stacking surface
The height of the silo is about 20m-30m

Coal Drop Hopper

The product needs to be abrasion and scour resistant
Affected by noise and vibration, material flow and other disturbing factors
Measurement of flowing materials must maintain high sensitivity

Coal Feeder
Negative pressure inside
High dust volume
Heavy mechanical abrasion

Pulverized Coal Bunker

Fast and frequent feeding speed
High dust volume inside especially when feeding
Easy to produce "lost wave", "false material level" and other problems

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UWT offers uncomplicated, high-performing and absolutely reliable measurement technology at an
affordable price that can be safely and easily integrated into any equipment. UWT's products, with
their high-quality characteristics that has been tested by actual application conditions, are widely
used in the power industry’s processes. They have been successfully applied in all processing
stages from the coal handling system, ash handling system, desulfurization system to the steam and
water system.

The coal handling system is one of the main auxiliary systems of the power plant, which has all
manner of equipment types, systems and unique operation and control methods. In recent years,
with the significant improvement of the automation level of the coal handling system and the
application of PLC, its technology has increased significantly. The coal handling system can be
compared to "a lifeline of the power plant". Once a failure occurs, it will affect the safe and stable
economic operation of the power plant.

UWT has a wide range of level switches to meet the application’s demands under various working
conditions. UWT's electro-mechanical plumb bob sensors and radar sensors are used as
continuous level monitoring. This durable technology is considered an all-rounder in all materials and
delivers a consistently reliable level signal.

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The ash after boiler combustion is transported
to the ash silo through the ash hopper, silo type
pneumatic transfer pump by pressure. The main
characteristics are: there is a certain pressure
and temperature, low dielectric constant, easy
to absorb ultrasonic or radar waves. During
pneumatic conveying dust is a very serious
issue: easy to diffuse in the silo, adherence to the
horn of the radar or ultrasonic, the chance of an
appear alarm situation.

UWT offers the capacitive limit switch RFnivo®

with its integrated "Active Shielding Technology"
to ensure that, in very demanding conditions,
when the entire probe is covered in powder and
sticky material, the device still maintains high
accuracy.

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We design solutions with added
value for your processes

Ash Handling System

Requirements met by UWT:

Economizer Ash Hopper

Temperature up to 350°C
Highly dusty environments

Ash Hopper
Resistant to high temperature and pressure
High sensitivity for particularly light ash

Silo Type Pneumatic Transfer Pump

High temperature, high pressure
Particularly light materials
Full silo monitoring required

Ash Silo
High internal temperature and with a certain pressure
The internal dust is especially serious when feeding,
which can easily paste the probe of the level meter
and lead to false alarm and false material level
measurement

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 Power plants generate large amounts of sulfur
and nitrate emissions from the coal they burn, and
these emissions are released into the atmosphere,
causing pollution and forming acid rain. The
power plant's desulfurization and denitrification
equipment is used to treat these emissions
containing large amounts of sulfur and nitrate.

Desulfurization System
Requirements met by UWT:

Easily absorbs moisture from the air, causing problems

such as caking and sticking
Not affected by sticky material or caking on the silo wall
The sensors must be self-cleaning

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De-Slagging System
Requirements met by UWT:

Temperature up to 200 °C
Humidity, heavy moisture
Housing must be with anti-corrosion coating,
protection class IP66
Interface measurement
Pop-up cleaner, resistant to wet and sticky
material, resistant to condensate
Mechanical parts with anti-corrosion coating

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Steam and Water System
Requirements met by UWT:

The process is accompanied by high

temperature and pressure
Contains large amounts of steam,
causing level errors
Medium density changes with
temperature and pressure
Too high or too low levels can cause
equipment damage

The steam system of thermal power plant is composed of

the boiler, turbine, condenser, high and low pressure heater,
condensate pump and feed pump, etc. The process includes
steam circulation, chemical water treatment and cooling
system, etc. The water is heated into steam in the boiler,
further heated by the superheater into superheated steam,
and then enters the turbine through the main steam pipe.
Due to the continuous expansion of steam, the high-speed
flow of steam pushes the turbine blades to rotate thus driving
the generator.

In the steam and water systems of power plants, which

usually face the difficulty of measuring at high temperature
and pressure, UWT offers guided wave radar with vapour
compensation for accurate measurement in high temperature
environments containing water vapour.

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With application-related product design, responsive
service and short delivery times, we do our part to provide a
product solution within a plant concept
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Other Systems

Liquid Ammonia Tank

Volatile gas, highly corrosive,
requires graphite seal

UWT will accompany

SIL2 certificate
High sensitivity

Acid Storage Tank

you from basic project
Highly corrosive, requires well-sealed,
corrosion-resistant products planning engineering through to
Requires accurate, reliable and stable
measurement professional installation
Oil Tank
Tends to adhere to instrument probes
Requires accurate measurement
Rapid reaction

Raw Water Tank / Feed Water Receiving

Tank / Sewage Tank / Fire Suction Well /
Cooling Tower Tank / Cooling Water Inlet
Accurate measurement under
simple conditions
Requirement for economical
and reliable products

Lime Slurry Storage Tank

Moist and sticky material
With fog, condensation
Internal stirring, liquid level surface fluctuation
is large

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UWT level measuring instruments are widely used in renewable energies such
as waste-to-energy, solar power, hydropower and biomass power generation,
providing safe, stable, reliable and efficient level measuring solutions for this industry.

UWT is a renewable energy advocate to promote green, low-carbon, circular

and sustainable development. The equipment with stable, efficient and reliable
measuring instruments is an essential component for modern industrial plants.

1. Monitoring the material levels of raw materials such as polysilicon and straw to
optimise dosing, improve production efficiency and achieve low carbon green
operation.

2. Measuring the level of slaked lime, activated carbon and limestone powder,
desulfurisation and denitrification, reducing the emission of polluting gases and
avoiding air pollution.

3. Monitoring the material level of environmental protection dust removal to achieve

lower energy consumption, ultra-low dust emissions and avoid dust pollution.

4. Fully automated material level monitoring, production automation, safe production,

reduced manual operation, more secure and reliable, stable system operation,
avoiding downtime and production stoppage accidents.

5. Monitoring the water levels of sewage, cooling water and fire-fighting water to
achieve water recycling, thereby reducing energy consumption and supporting
sustainable development.

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UWT Contributes to New Energy Development

Slaked Lime (Waste-to-energy plants)

Damp and sticky materials
Change in dielectric constant due to moisture and humidity
RF Admittance level switch with LCD display for precise reading
of measured values and set switching points

Activated Carbon (Waste-to-energy plants)

Low dielectric constant
Higher dust
RF conductivity level switch with LCD display for precise
reading of measured values and set switching points

Biomass Fuels (Biomass for power generation)

Materials are complex, including straw, rice hulls, sawdust, etc.
Dielectric constant cannot be accurately determined
Moist and sticky materials, easily form condensation

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The most important DK values at a glance
The relative dielectric constant (DK value) of solid and liquid media is a decisive factor for determining a suitable measuring
principle in level measurement. UWT has provided a table below showing the DK values, to be regarded as a guideline, of
the main substances used in the power industry.

Medium DK Value
Adipic acid 1.8
Coal dust 2.5
Fly ash 1.9 - 2.6
Milk of lime 17.8
Coal 1.2 - 1.8
Coke 3
Petroleum Oil 2.1
Plaster 1.8
Water 80
Wood chips 1.53

At home and
abroad, for many
years valued
plant management
companies have
placed their trust
in our products, our
knowledge
and our service

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UWT - Your global partner for the future

UWT GmbH - Level Control

Westendstr. 5
87488 Betzigau
Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 831 57 123 0
Fax: +49 (0) 831 57 123 10
www.uwtgroup.com
[email protected]

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