Jerguson® Magnicator® + JMT™ Magnetostrictive Transmitter: Sold to an Engineering Firm in Brasília

A Jerguson® Magnicator® Magnetic Level Indicator paired with a JMT™ Series Magnetostrictive Transmitter was recently sold to an engineering firm in Brasília, Brazil — with another order already underway. The JMT was specified in a Schedule 160 chamber configuration with HART® communication, and it's worth explaining what makes this particular transmitter technology stand out.

What Is a Magnetostrictive Transmitter?

A magnetostrictive transmitter is a precision level-sensing technology that uses the interaction between a magnetic field and a specialized sensing wire to determine position with high accuracy. When paired with a Magnicator's float — which contains its own magnet — the transmitter can precisely track the float's position along the chamber, converting that position into a continuous, accurate level signal.

Jerguson's Signal Capture Technology

The JMT Series uses Jerguson's proprietary signal capture technology, delivering a notably strong signal-to-noise ratio compared to earlier transmitter designs. In practical terms, this means more consistent, reliable level readings — less susceptibility to electrical noise or interference that can degrade signal quality in industrial environments with significant electromagnetic activity from nearby motors, drives, and other equipment.

Compatibility with Nearly Any Chamber Configuration

One of the JMT's most practical advantages is chamber flexibility. When installed with the Jerguson Magnicator's magnetic field, the JMT can be mounted on almost any chamber combination — including Schedule 160 chambers, as specified for this Brasília order — without sacrificing reliability.

Why Schedule 160 Matters

Schedule 160 refers to a heavier pipe wall thickness rating, typically specified for higher-pressure applications or where additional wall thickness is needed for the specific process conditions. Being able to pair the JMT with this configuration, rather than requiring a lighter-schedule chamber for compatibility, gives engineering firms more flexibility when specifying equipment for demanding applications.

Dual-Entry Enclosure and HMI Access

The JMT features a dual-entry enclosure that allows safe access to the human-machine interface (HMI). With a single touch of the button, operators or technicians can access:

• Current level information

• Transmitter settings

• A live graph showing the real-time waveform

This live waveform display is particularly useful during commissioning and troubleshooting — it gives a technician direct visual confirmation of how the transmitter is actually reading the float's position in real time, rather than relying solely on a single numeric output.

HART Compatibility

The JMT is designed to work and be fully configurable with generic HART® communication protocol. HART is a widely adopted industrial communication standard, meaning the JMT can integrate into existing plant control systems and configuration tools without requiring proprietary software or specialized communication hardware.

Designed for Ease of Installation and Setup

Every aspect of the JMT has been developed with installation, setup, and connectivity in mind — from the chamber compatibility that reduces the need for custom engineering, to the HMI interface that simplifies configuration and diagnostics without specialized training.

Why This Matters for Engineering Firms

Engineering firms specifying level instrumentation for clients need equipment that fits into existing process designs without forcing chamber or piping modifications, integrates cleanly with the client's existing control system communication standards, and can be commissioned and configured efficiently on-site. The JMT's combination of broad chamber compatibility, HART integration, and accessible HMI diagnostics addresses each of these practical specification concerns.

Applications

Magnicator and JMT combinations are used across:

• Chemical Processing: Precision level monitoring in reactor and storage vessels

• Power Generation: Feedwater and condensate level applications requiring continuous transmitted signal

• Oil & Gas: Separator and process vessel level monitoring

• Any Application Requiring Continuous, HART-Integrated Level Data: Alongside the visual indication a Magnicator already provides

Learn More

For more information on the JMT Series Magnetostrictive Transmitter, chamber compatibility, or HART integration for your project, contact Clark-Reliance's Jerguson team.

📧 sales@clark-reliance.com📞 +1 (440) 572-1500