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Endress+Hauser Prosonic FMU41: Extended-Range Ultrasonic Level Measurement up to 8 Meters

News October 15, 2026

Endress+Hauser Prosonic FMU41: Extended-Range Ultrasonic Level Measurement up to 8 Meters

Endress+Hauser Prosonic FMU41 ultrasonic level transmitter supply

More range for non-contact level and flow measurement

The Endress+Hauser Prosonic FMU41 is a compact ultrasonic transmitter for continuous, non-contact measurement of liquids, pastes and coarse bulk solids. With a liquid range up to 8 m, it extends the working range beyond the FMU40 while retaining straightforward commissioning and diagnostics.

FMU41 can be used in storage tanks, vessels with agitators, stockpiles and conveyor-belt applications. It is also suitable for flow measurement in open channels and at weirs. The two-wire or four-wire compact design integrates the sensor and transmitter in one instrument.

Why Choose the Prosonic FMU41?

Extended measuring range
Measures liquids up to 8 m and bulk solids up to 3.5 m for medium-size tanks, silos and channels.
Non-contact measurement
The PVDF sensor remains outside the medium, reducing mechanical wear and simplifying maintenance.
Easy setup and diagnosis
A four-line local display, menu guidance and envelope-curve visualization support commissioning and troubleshooting.

How Ultrasonic Measurement Works

The sensor sends ultrasonic pulses toward the material surface and receives the returning echoes. The transmitter uses the measured time of flight to determine distance and calculate level. An integrated temperature sensor automatically compensates for temperature-related changes in the speed of sound.

Prosonic FMU41 Key Specifications

ParameterPublished specification
Measuring principleUltrasonic time-of-flight
Maximum measuring distanceLiquids: 8 m (26 ft); solids: 3.5 m (11 ft)
Blocking distance0.35 m (1.15 ft)
Accuracy±2 mm or ±0.2% of the set measuring range
Process temperature−40 to +80 °C (−40 to +176 °F)
Process pressure0.7 to 3 bar absolute (10 to 44 psi)
Main wetted materialPVDF
Output / communication4–20 mA HART, two-wire
Process connectionThread

Specifications, output variants and approvals depend on the selected order code. Confirm the current manufacturer documentation and complete application conditions before ordering.

Typical Applications

  • Water and wastewater tanks
  • Chemical storage and process vessels
  • Liquids, pastes and slurries within the published limits
  • Small to medium silos with coarse bulk material
  • Stockpiles and conveyor-belt monitoring
  • Open-channel and weir flow measurement

FMU40 or FMU41?

ModelMaximum rangeBlocking distance
Prosonic FMU40Liquids 5 m; solids 2 m0.25 m
Prosonic FMU41Liquids 8 m; solids 3.5 m0.35 m

Installation and Selection Notes

Provide a clear acoustic path between the sensor and product surface. Keep the filling stream, ladders, heating coils and structural members outside the ultrasonic beam. The maximum level must remain outside the 0.35 m blocking distance. Heavy foam, dense vapor, strong turbulence, vacuum and severe temperature gradients can weaken the echo and should be reviewed during selection.

Information Needed for Correct Selection

  1. Medium name and whether it is liquid, paste or bulk solid
  2. Tank or silo height and required measuring range
  3. Process temperature and absolute pressure
  4. Foam, vapor, dust, agitation and filling conditions
  5. Nozzle size, mounting position and internal obstacles
  6. Hazardous-area approval, power supply and signal requirements

Contact Us for FMU41 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 Prosonic FMU41 official product information. Product specifications and availability may change; confirm the complete order code before purchasing.