SkyBitz launches SmartTank ST705 Radar Monitor for safe, accurate tank monitoring

SkyBitz introduces the SmartTank ST705 Radar Monitor, a C1D1-certified, non-contact sensor designed for precise, real-time liquid level monitoring across various industrial tanks, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
Dec. 18, 2025
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The ST705 Radar Tank Level Monitor (C1D1) provides a non-contact design, to avoid interaction with corrosive or pressurized materials, providing real-time visibility into tank levels, status, and performance, enabling smarter, data-driven tank management decisions.

The ST705 Radar Tank Level Monitor (C1D1) provides a non-contact design, to avoid interaction with corrosive or pressurized materials, providing real-time visibility into tank levels, status, and performance, enabling smarter, data-driven tank management decisions.

HERNDON, Va., Dec. 18, 2025 (PRNewswire) — SkyBitz, an AMETEK business and a leader in intelligent tank monitoring solutions, today announced the launch of the SmartTank ST705 Radar Monitor, a C1D1-certified, non-invasive, non-contact liquid-level sensor engineered to provide accurate, real-time visibility across fuel, chemical, lubricant, waste oil, and other industrial fluid applications. 

Fully integrated with the SmartTank Portal and the Tank Installer Mobile App, the ST705 offers rapid installation, reliable connectivity, and actionable data insights that help operators streamline routes, improve inventory planning, and reduce operational inefficiencies. 

"The ST705 Radar Tank Monitor sets a new standard for monitoring by combining safety, simplicity, and precision," said Scott Hutchinson, Director of Product at SkyBitz. "With its non-invasive installation option and seamless integration into our SmartTank ecosystem, customers can achieve real-time visibility without compromising safety or operational efficiency." 

A safer, more versatile approach to tank measurement

The ST705 eliminates chemical compatibility concerns through its non-contact design while supporting a broad range of tank materials and shapes, including cylindrical, rectangular, horizontal, stackable, and tote configurations.  

Key performance highlights:

  • C1D1 & ATEX safety certifications for hazardous environments
  • Highly accurate radar performance: ±0.78 in. accuracy with a detection range from 3.2 inches to 13 ft.  
  • Supports diverse tank fluids, including gasoline, diesel, DEF, chemicals, lubricants, additives, heating oil, waste oil, and water 
  • Durable IP68-rated housing built with UV-stabilized PVDF and polypropylene for long-term outdoor performance 
  • Up to 10 years of battery life for minimal maintenance 
  • Global Cat-M1 cellular connectivity using 1NCE SIM coverage across North America, Europe, and Australia  

Fast, guided installation through the Tank Installer app

The Bluetooth-enabled ST705 can be activated in seconds through the Tank Installer Mobile App, which provides step-by-step workflows for setup, verification, and onboarding. 

Customers benefit from: 

  • Simple BLE activation and guided configuration 
  • Near real-time validation of tank readings 
  • Instant synchronization with the SmartTank Portal 
  • Support for enterprise onboarding, including bulk tank imports and asset transfers  

Enhanced operational efficiency through the SmartTank ecosystem

When paired with the SmartTank Portal, the ST705 unlocks powerful fleet-wide monitoring and analytics capabilities, including: 

  • Real-time level visibility and early-warning alerts 
  • Predictive forecasting based on usage patterns 
  • Centralized dashboards for multi-site operations 
  • Installation services and project management support for larger deployments  

For more information, visit: https://www.skybitz.com/smarttank-st705-radar 

See how it works: https://www2.skybitz.com/RadarMonitoring.