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Alarm2

A compact, battery-powered 20m radar level sensor delivering exceptional accuracy of ±5mm at 20m. Designed for remote installations, it provides reliable high and low level alarms with a choice of LoRaWAN or cellular communications, giving operators real-time visibility and rapid notification of critical events.
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Description

A compact, high‑accuracy level monitoring device for underground, vertical and hard‑to‑access structures.

Alarm2 is a compact, high-performance remote level monitoring unit designed to deliver accurate, reliable data across a wide range of environments. Combining
advanced radar sensing with flexible connectivity, it provides real-time insight in both simple and challenging installations.

With a measurement range of up to 20 m and zero deadband capability, Alarm2 captures accurate data from empty conditions through to full capacity. Its compact design, quick install mounting system, and external antenna options make deployment straightforward, while minimising the need for complex or intrusive  installation methods.

Available in LoRaWAN and Cellular versions, Alarm2 offers dependable communication in both remote and well-connected locations, supporting long-term monitoring with minimal maintenance.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Integrated Radar Sensor:
    High-accuracy, contactless radar measurement up to 20 m, enabling installation at the top of chambers or structures and reducing the need for confined space entry.
  • Flexible Connectivity:
    Available in LoRaWAN or Cellular versions, ensuring reliable data transmission across a range of deployment environments.
  • Zero Deadband Measurement:
    Measures from 0 cm delivering accurate readings in empty, low-level, and rising conditions, with continuous measurement right up to the sensor.
  • Replaceable Battery System with Configurable Alerts:
    Long-life batteries are easily replaceable in the field. Users can configure the low battery alert to trigger at a custom threshold, such as 10%, 20%, or any specified level.
  • Quick-Release Installation Bracket:
    Tool-free removal via a quick-release system, with a pivoting bracket for accurate positioning over the measurement point.
  • External Antenna with Upgrade Option:
    Supplied with an external antenna as standard, easily upgraded to an external antenna for improved performance in low-signal areas.

Universal Deployment

Suitable for a wide range of remote level monitoring applications, including:
• Attenuation and storage tanks
• Fire water tanks and reservoirs
• Flood monitoring at critical infrastructure (e.g. substations, utilities sites)
• Stormwater and drainage systems
• Wastewater and sewer networks
• Industrial process and holding tanks
• Surface water and environmental monitoring
• Pumping stations and wet wells
• Remote assets and hard to-access locations

Specifications

Physical
Dimensions: 160 mm(L) × 80 mm(W) × 80 mm(D) (indicative)
Weight: 500 g
Enclosure Rating: IP68
Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
Humidity: Up to 95% RH

Sensor
Type: Radar-based, contactless level measurement
Range: 0 cm to 20 m
Accuracy: ±5 mm at 20 m. Absolute accuracy improves at shorter ranges
Repeatability: ±0.2%
Resolution: ±0.1%

Data Logging
Sampling Interval: Configurable (2–15 minutes typical)
Timestamping: 1-second resolution, UTC based
Alarm Types: High/low thresholds, rate of change, profile alarms
Alarm Transmission: Immediate on state change; hourly while in alarm

Power
Power Source: Replaceable battery pack
Battery Life: ≥5 years (typical use)
Low battery alert: Configurable to customer requirements

Communications
Supported Networks: LoRaWAN or Cellular
Antenna: External

API & Protocols
Data Format: JSON
Access: Secure, token-based authentication
Connectivity: Supports integration with cloud platforms and SCADA systems
Endpoints: Device metadata, data retrieval, and status
Documentation: Full API documentation available on request

Interfaces
Local Configuration: Bluetooth (BTLE) only
Data Export: CSV, Excel-compatible formats

Approvals and Compliance
Built to BS EN ISO 9001 quality standards in the UK
UKCA and ATEX Zone 0 certified for use inexplosive atmospheres
CSANe 26ATEX1076X
IECEx CSAE 26.0024X
UKCA 26UKEX1011X

Specifications may change without notice. Detectronic Ltd accepts no liability for any errors or omissions.

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