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CONTINUOUS  LEVEL

Continuous sensors convert a physical variable (like distance, pressure, or temperature) into a proportional electrical signal. This signal typically follows a standard industrial scale:

  • Analog Signals: Usually 4-20mA or 0-10V. The 4-20mA standard is preferred in industrial plants because it is resistant to electrical noise and can detect a broken wire (0mA).

  • Digital Communication: Modern sensors use protocols like IO-LinkModbus, or HART to send precise numerical values and diagnostic data to a controller.

FeatureDiscrete (Point) SensorContinuous Sensor
OutputBinary (On/Off)Variable (e.g., 12.4mA)
Data ProvidedThreshold reachedExact real-time value
ExampleTank is full"Tank is at 64.2%"
ComplexitySimple, low costHigher precision, requires scaling