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Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP54: Guided Wave Radar for High-Temperature and High-Pressure Applications

News September 28, 2026

Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP54: Guided Wave Radar for High-Temperature and High-Pressure Applications

Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP54 high temperature and high pressure level transmitter

Built for extreme process conditions

The Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP54 is a guided-wave radar transmitter developed for continuous liquid level measurement under high temperature and high pressure. It is particularly suited to demanding oil and gas, chemical and power-industry duties where process reliability and pressure-boundary integrity are essential.

Selecting an FMP54 involves more than choosing a measuring range. The probe type, process connection, temperature version, pressure rating, wetted materials, communication protocol and application approvals must all match the vessel and operating conditions.

Why Choose the Levelflex FMP54?

Extreme temperature capability
The HT version is specified for process temperatures up to +450 °C, while low-temperature variants extend down to −196 °C.
High-pressure service
Published process-pressure capability extends from vacuum to 400 bar, depending on the selected configuration.
Flexible probe selection
Rod, rope and coaxial probes support different vessel geometries, measuring distances and dielectric conditions.

How Guided Wave Radar Works

Short radar pulses travel along the probe toward the product surface. A portion of the signal is reflected where the dielectric value changes, and the transmitter converts the return time into a continuous level value. Because the energy is guided by the probe, the measuring principle can remain effective in narrow nozzles and difficult vessel geometries when the installation is correctly engineered.

Levelflex FMP54 Key Specifications

ParameterPublished specification
Measuring principleGuided radar / time-of-flight
Probe optionsRod, rope and coaxial
AccuracyRod: ±2 mm; rope ≤15 m: ±2 mm; rope >15 m: ±10 mm; coaxial: ±2 mm
Process temperatureXT: −196 to +280 °C; HT: −196 to +450 °C
Process pressureVacuum to 400 bar (5800 psi)
Maximum measuring distanceRod: 10 m; rope: up to 45 m depending on dielectric constant; coaxial: 6 m
Minimum dielectric constantRod: DK >1.6; rope: DK >1.6 or >1.9 depending on range; coaxial: DK >1.4
Main wetted materials304, 316/316L, Alloy C and ceramic, depending on probe and configuration

Specifications, approvals and allowable pressure/temperature combinations depend on the complete order code. Always confirm the current manufacturer documentation for the selected configuration.

Choosing the Right Probe

Probe typeTypical selection focus
Rod probeCompact vessels and stable installations where a rigid probe is practical.
Rope probeTall vessels and longer measuring ranges; clearance, anchoring and process movement must be evaluated.
Coaxial probeLow-dielectric liquids and installations needing a controlled signal path, subject to product compatibility.

Typical Applications

  • High-pressure separators and process vessels
  • Refinery and petrochemical liquid-level duties
  • Steam drums, boiler systems and power-generation applications
  • High-temperature reactors and columns
  • Liquefied gases and cryogenic process conditions
  • Critical inventory and interface-measurement points

FMP53 or FMP54?

ModelPrimary selection focus
Levelflex FMP53Hygienic food and life-sciences duties with sanitary connections and cleaning requirements.
Levelflex FMP54High-temperature and high-pressure liquid applications in oil and gas, chemical and power industries.

Information Needed for Correct Selection

  1. Liquid name, dielectric constant, density and interface requirements
  2. Normal, minimum and maximum process temperature and pressure
  3. Vessel height, nozzle dimensions, internals and required measuring range
  4. Preferred probe type, length, material and mounting arrangement
  5. Process connection, flange rating and pressure/temperature class
  6. Output protocol, hazardous-area approval, SIL or boiler approval requirements

Contact Us for FMP54 Selection and Quotation

HONGKONG XIEYUAN TECH CO., LIMITED

Email: becky@hkxytech.com
Web: www.hkxytech.com
Mobile: +86-15972186287 (WhatsApp & WeChat)

Technical reference: Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP54 official product information. Product specifications and availability may change; confirm the complete order code before purchasing.