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 So what is WirelessHART?
So what is WirelessHART?
WirelessHART:
Is an open & interoperable standard
Is based on the established HART protocol
Uses known tools and procedures for configuration,
maintenance, & diagnosis
Requires minimal training
Allows wireless access to existing field devices
Can be used worldwide without any license

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 A Network that works
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 Intelligent Network
Intelligent Network
Structure
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 Product Overview
Product Overview
WirelessHART GATEWAY
 Serial RS485 & Ethernet interface
 Modbus & HART protocol
 Redundant power supply
The WirelessHART gateway is
the core element of a wireless
mesh network. It serves as the
interface between the mesh
network and the plant’s process
control or asset management.
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WirelessHART FIELD DEVICE ADAPTER
 Upgrade installed field devices
 Battery powered
 Powers the transmitter
 Operates as a router in a larger installations
The WirelessHART adapter can be
connected directly to the interface
of any field device. This can be a
conventional 4…20 mA or an
intelligent HART device.
WirelessHART TEMPERATURE CONVERTER
 Dual-channel temperature converter
 Inputs for RTD & thermocouples
 Battery powered
 LED & pushbuttons for status & set up
The WirelessHART Temperature
converter offers two terminals
to connect RTD or TC
temperature sensors. It is
designed to transfer
measurements directly to the
network.
 Product Applications
Product Applications

Tank Farms
Oil Refineries
Rotational Equipment
Mobile Equipment
Ad hoc Monitoring
Pipelines

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 Measuring & Monitoring
Measuring & Monitoring
Temperature
A simple WirelessHART
temperature sensor can be
used to detect & diagnose
problem situations long
before they result in failures
& influence plant availability.
Ideal Applications or Locations
 Motors
 Pumps & cooling devices
 Resources that need monitors
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Corrosion
WirelessHART monitoring
instruments can be placed at
important measurement
points along pipelines in
places that previously
couldn’t be reached.
Ideal Applications or Locations
 Long pipelines located in remote
locations
 Plants with moving vehicles &
changes in location
Level Control
WirelessHART makes it
easier & more cost effective
to monitor the levels in
process & storage tanks by
eliminating the need to
manually take & record the
measurements.
Ideal Applications or Locations
 Storage vessels
 Process tanks
 Let’s Recap
Let’s Recap
We have learned that the benefits of WirelessHART are:

WirelessHART networks are flexible, intelligent solutions for

the requirements of the process industry
WirelessHART components eliminate wiring & integrate
conventional field devices into wireless structures
Measuring & monitoring have never been more flexible or
efficient, especially in remote locations
WirelessHART technology is here to stay, and those who adapt
early will reap the benefits

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 Please Keep in Touch
Please Keep in Touch
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application:

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