Radiation Level

Radiation Level Sensors

Radiation level sensors are non-contact instruments that use gamma radiation to detect and measure the level of material within a tank, vessel, or silo. These systems consist of a radioactive source mounted on one side of the container and a detector on the opposite side. As the material level changes, it affects the amount of radiation that reaches the detector, allowing precise level measurement.

These sensors are highly valued for their ability to function in extreme process conditions where other technologies fail. Since they do not require contact with the material, radiation level sensors are ideal for high-temperature, high-pressure, corrosive, or abrasive environments. They operate reliably through vessel walls, insulation, and process coatings, eliminating the need for direct exposure or mechanical components inside the vessel.

Common applications include measurement of slurries, molten metals, bulk solids, and aggressive chemicals in industries such as mining, power generation, cement, chemical processing, and steel manufacturing. They are especially useful in applications involving opaque, dense, or hazardous materials where traditional sensing methods are impractical.

Radiation level sensors offer consistent, maintenance-free performance with a long service life. Their ability to provide continuous, real-time data without interfering with the process makes them an essential solution for challenging measurement tasks in demanding industrial operations.