Dual Rod Probe Installation
Titan Logix's probes are shipped longer than required to fit all tank installations. Cut your Dual Rod Probe to length before installing it in the tank.
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Installation videos
Cutting the Dual Rod Probe
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Measure Tank Height
Measure the inside of your tank from the top edge of the 1" NPT top fitting to the bottom of the cone or bracket.
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Measure Probe Length
Measure the length of your probe starting from the threaded end.
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Add Cutting Allowance
For Dual Rod Probes, add an additional 1.5" to the tank height to know where to cut your probe.
Tip: Dual Rod Probe Length = Tank height + 1.5" -
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Cut the Probe
Cut the probe at the end of the shorting block to ensure accurate measurements and a proper fit.
Installation
Installing the Probe
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Insert Probe into Tank
Once the probe is cut to fit inside the tank, carefully insert the probe through the top fitting, resting the shorting block inside the anchor cone.
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Verify Clearance Gap
Ensure there is a 1/2" gap between the bottom of the tank and the bottom of the shorting block inside the anchor cone.
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Tighten Fitting
Tighten the probe into the top fitting.
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Confirm Alignment
Ensure that the probe is not bent or twisted after installation.
For tips on positioning your probe after installation, see: Dual Rod Probe Orientation Best Practices
Best practices
Probe Orientation After Installation
Proper positioning of the Titan Logix Dual Rod Probe after installation in the tank is vital for enhancing the performance of the Titan system in heavy oil applications.
When the dual rods are oriented parallel to the tank, the movement of the thicker product may cause them to touch. This contact can result in the rods sticking together, leading to inaccurate or stuck level readings on your FINCH display.
The probe's orientation is critical in avoiding these problems. After installation, the probe can be adjusted with a wrench to set the rods either horizontally or at a 90-degree angle to the trailer's length. This configuration enables the liquid's movement to flow through each rod separately, preventing the rods from being pushed together.
Ensure that the probe is aligned correctly following installation to optimize its mechanical performance and significantly minimize the risk of loading issues.