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Monitoring equipment and sensors

What is a radar level sensor in wastewater monitoring?

Published January 29, 2026
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What is a radar level sensor in wastewater monitoring?

A radar level sensor emits microwave (radio) pulses toward the liquid surface and measures the time of the reflected signal to determine distance and level. In harsh wastewater sites with heavy foam, vapors, or temperature swings, radar is often chosen instead of ultrasonic because it is less affected by these conditions.​

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We pulled a monitor from one location and relocated it to a new one. Should I set the old location to INACTIVE?
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We pulled a monitor from one location and relocated it to a new one. Should I set the old location to INACTIVE?

Yes. That way the new location will not populate its data into the old location.

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Can I plot multiple locations on one graph?

Yes. You can create graphs with multiple locations in the Custom Dashboard.

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Can I import a .LIF file into PRISM?

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What is the rule-of-thumb regarding five gallons of flow per linear foot of sewer?
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