NMEA2000 Tank Volume Computer

Offshore Systems achieve very high accuracy tank measurement by sensing the level of the fuel simultaneously in multiple locations within the tank and sending the information to the 3501 Tank Volume Computer.

The 3501 Tank Volume Computer contains a detailed 3D CAD model of the inside of the tank and by knowing the simultaneous levels in different parts of the tank can calculate the volume of fuel remaining to a very high accuracy.

The fuel level sensing is done using our well proven rugged 3271 Fuel Level Senders each linked to the NMEA2000 network. These senders have no moving parts fail or stick and can even detect water in the fuel tank.

The 3501 Tank Volume Computer is a small DIN rail mounted unit that is also attached to the same NMEA2000 network. It uses the level information from all the tank level senders in conjunction with a very detailed 3D CAD model of the inside of the fuel tank to calculate the exact volume of fuel remaining. It then transmits that information as a standard NMEA2000 message that can be displayed on any NMEA2000 enabled display.

By measuring all the tank levels simultaneously the system compensates for any changes in the vessels attitude when under power or turning or stopped and gives the same accurate result at all times.

This accuracy means that remaining range and bunkering forecasts are available at all times.

The system comes with a detailed User Manual and each element is certified to the NMEA2000 network standard.