Saab Marine Electronics 9150072-005 | PWB MB | TankRadar Transmitter Interface

Technical Overview

The 9150072-005 (PWB MB) is a mission-critical Motherboard Printed Wiring Board developed by Saab Marine Electronics (now integrated into the Rosemount TankRadar line). This high-precision board serves as the primary communication and power distribution hub for TankRadar gauging systems. Engineered specifically for the maritime and petrochemical industries, the 9150072-005 (9150072-005) facilitates the integration of Temperature Multiplexer Cards (TMC) and Transmitter Interface Cards (TIC), enabling accurate liquid level and temperature monitoring in volatile storage environments.

Detailed Technical Specifications

The 9150072-005 (PWB MB) is defined by its rigorous safety certifications and modular architecture:

• System Compatibility: Designed for Saab TankRadar Rex and Pro series gauging systems.

• Modular Support: Integrated slots for Transmitter Interface Cards (TIC 9150072-061) and Temperature Multiplexer Cards (TMC 9150072-015).

• Intrinsically Safe Ratings:

  • ATEX Certification: Baseefa03ATEX0050U

  • Classification: II (1)G [EEx ia] IIC

  • IECEx Certification: IECEx BAS 04-0041U [Ex ia] IIC

• Thermal Operating Range: Optimized for extreme industrial environments from -40°C to +85°C.

• PCB Characteristics: * Flame Retardancy: UL 94V-0 rated.

  • Manufacturing Origin: Made in Sweden.

• Physical Properties:

  • Net Weight: 1.440 kg.

  • Part Number Variations: Includes references to 9150072-007 and 9150072-061 assemblies.

Application & Safety Standards

The 9150072-005 (PWB MB) is a cornerstone of "Ex ia" intrinsically safe installations. Its primary application is within tank gauging systems on oil tankers, bulk carriers, and refinery tank farms. The board acts as a barrier and interface, ensuring that electronic signals within the hazardous "Zone 0" or "Zone 1" areas do not carry sufficient energy to ignite explosive atmospheres. By utilizing the 9150072-005 (9150072-005), operators can aggregate multiple temperature sensor inputs and radar level data into a single, reliable digital output for the control room.