SonAire Series Sensors

Incorporating state-of-the-art ultrasonic technology, the sensors provide precision non-contact distance measurement for liquid level or industrial process control. The M3 stands out over all other systems because of their affordability, extraordinary ease of operation, and ability to be installed and calibrated without using a target. They transmit narrow beam sound pulses, process return echoes, and report the distance to the target. The sensor housing material is all Kynar (PVDF) to provide the ultimate in chemical resistance in the harshest industrial environments.

SonAire Sensors measure and store information such as range, temperature, battery voltage, and other sensor parameters at user-set time intervals. An internal pushbutton switch is used to commission the sensor onto the ZigBee network, and an LED identifies the operating mode.  SonAire Sensors are RoHS compliant, and the package is rated for immersion and high-pressure washing in accordance with IP67. The batteries are commonly available lithium AA type and are easily accessible for replacement.  Typical battery life is 2-4 years.

All SonAire Series Sensors are available in two versions.  Standard SonAire M3 Sensors are designed for operation in typical industrial applications. For use in hazardous environments, intrinsically safe SonAire M3is Sensors are also available.  SonAire M3is Sensors are certified by Factory Mutual as meeting the requirements of Class 1 Div 1 (C1D1), All Groups, which is the highest rating.  Contact a Massa Applications Specialist to discuss your specific sensing needs.

MassaSonic SonAire Series Sensors
Model	M3is				M3 (standard)
	150 kHz		95 kHz		150 kHz		95 kHz
Minimum Detection Distance	4 inches (100 mm)		12 inches (300 mm)		4 inches (100 mm)		12 inches (300 mm)
Maximum Detection Distance	7 feet (2.1 m)		13 feet (4 m)		7 feet (2.1 m)		13 feet (4 m)
Class	Intrinsically Safe				General Purpose
Wireless	Yes
Output	Zigbee
Housing Material	PVDF
Mount	2 inch NPT
Operating Temperature	-30°C to 65°C
Datasheet Link	SonAire Series Sensor (M3/M3is) Datasheet
Software & Manuals	SonAire M3 Tank Level Monitoring Solution Evaluation Kit Page SonAire M3 Sensor System Integrator’s Guide SonAire M3 Sensor Developers Guide SonAire M3 Application Software Download (V3.0.0.81) Quick Guide Getting Started SonAire M3 and Digi Gateway SonAire M3 Python and Digi Gateway Files (updated to Python v1.14 and DIA v2.1.1.2) SonAire M3 Sensor Firmware Download SonAire M3 MODBUS Python Gateway Setup Procedure (Reference only – not yet converted from simply M3) SonAire M3 MODBUS Python Gateway Files Download Massa Python Code for Digi Gateways (serial port driver only)

MassaSonic SonAire M3 and M3is Sensors provide the user the opportunity to rapidly deploy level or distance measurement capability anywhere, with confidence and no need for infrastructure.

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ready to provide assistance with installation and sensor commissioning.

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