Instruction Manual: Magnetic Flowmeters 10DS3111 Design Level E Sizes 1 Through 12 Inches
Instruction Manual: Magnetic Flowmeters 10DS3111 Design Level E Sizes 1 Through 12 Inches
Instruction Manual: Magnetic Flowmeters 10DS3111 Design Level E Sizes 1 Through 12 Inches
MAGNETIC FLOWMETERS
10DS3111 Design Level E
Sizes 1 through 12 inches
PN25011
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TEFLON ®
TEFZEL®
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WARNING
POSSIBLE PROCESS UPSETS
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by this product. Adjusting or removing this product while it is in the system may upset the process being
controlled. Some process upsets may cause injury or damage.
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Table of Contents
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Figure List
FIGURE 1-1. EXPLOSION-PROOF/ CONTINUOUS SUBMERGENCE METER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
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Table List
TABLE 1-1. LIQUID TEMPERATURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
TABLE 1-2. PRESSURE RATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
TABLE 1-3. VACUUM LIMIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
TABLE 1-4. METER CAPACITY VALUES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
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READ FIRST
WARNING
INSTRUCTION MANUALS
Do not install, maintain, or operate this equipment without reading,
understanding and following the proper factory-supplied instructions
and manuals, otherwise injury or damage may result.
RETURN OF EQUIPMENT
All Flowmeters and/or Signal Converters being returned to the factory
for repair must be free of any hazardous materials (acids, alkalis,
solvents, etc). A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all process
liquids must accompany returned equipment. Contact the factory for
authorization prior to returning equipment.
Telephone:
E-Mail:
ins.techsupport@us.abb.com
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The NEMA 4X rating applies to the meter body and electronics enclosure only. The following
accessories (if supplied) may not meet NEMA 4X unless specifically ordered as NEMA 4X:
• meter flanges
• meter installation hardware: studs, nuts, bolts
• enclosure mounting hardware for pipe or wall mounting
• conduit hardware
This product is painted with a high performance epoxy paint. The corrosion protection provided by
this finish is only effective if the finish is unbroken. It is the users’ responsibility to "touch-up" any
damage that has occurred to the finish during shipping or installation of the product. Special attention
must be given to: meter flange bolting, pipe mounting of electronics, conduit entries and covers that
are removed to facilitate installation or repair. For continued corrosion protection throughout the
product life, it is the users’ responsibility to maintain the product finish. Incidental scratches and other
finish damage must be repaired and promptly re-painted with approved touch-up paint. Provide the
model number and size of your product to the nearest factory representative to obtain the correct
touch-up paint.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 General
1.1.1 Description
The Series 3000 Magnetic Flowmeter is a compact, volumetric, liquid flow rate detector that uses as
the process transducing method the characteristic of a conductive liquid to generate an induced
voltage when flowing through a magnetic field. The amplitude of the voltage produced is directly
proportional to the flow rate of the metered liquid.
Being a completely obstructionless metering instrument, the meter may be used with many non-ho-
mogeneous liquids and is as independent of the tendency to plug or foul as the pipeline in which it is
mounted. An inherent advantage of obstructionless construction is that pressure losses are reduced
to levels occurring in equivalent lengths of equal diameter pipeline. This reduces or conserves
pressure source requirements in new or existing hydraulic lines as compared to other metering
methods. The compact size of the meter results in a light-weight unit which requires no additional
support other than that used normally on pipe runs. Short laying lengths minimize the need for
altering existing pipe runs to accommodate metering. A basic construction of corrosion resistant
wetted parts and a variety of meter lining materials permit metering of most corrosive and reactant
liquids.
Factors such as liquid viscosity and density require no compensation and have no effect on the
measurement accuracy of the meter. Metering limitations are confined to a minimum threshold of
electrical conductivity inherent to the liquid being metered. The degree of liquid conductivity has no
effect upon metering accuracy as long as it is greater than this minimum level. Liquid temperature is
limited only to the extent that it may affect liquid conductivity, and liquid pressure to the extent that it
can not exceed the meter material specification limits.
For information applicable to the signal converter, refer to the signal converter instruction bulletin.
1.1.2 Construction
The meter consists of a flanged, stainless steel pipe spool which serves as a meter body. A pair of
flat magnet coils are installed on opposite sides of the meter housing inner surface. Permeable iron
straps and pole pieces focus the magnetic field generated by the coils and provide a flux return path.
An interior liner of Hard Rubber, Soft Rubber, TEFLON ® (PTFE), TEFZEL ® (ETFE), neoprene,
polyurethane, or LINATEX is assembled into the spool and formed against the flange faces. Two
cylindrical electrodes are mounted diametrically opposed within the central portion of the meter body
and are completely insulated from the metal pipe. The end surfaces of the electrodes are virtually
flush with the inner surface of the insulating liner and come into contact with the liquid to be metered.
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This product is painted with a high performance epoxy paint. The corrosion protec-
tion provided by this finish is only effective if the finish is unbroken. It is the users’
responsibility to "touch-up" any damage that has occurred to the finish during ship-
ping or installation of the product. Special attention must be given to: meter flange
bolting, pipe mounting of electronics, conduit entries and covers that are removed
to facilitate installation or repair. For continued corrosion protection throughout the
product life, it is the users’ responsibility to maintain the product finish. Incidental
scratches and other finish damage must be repaired and promptly re-painted with
approved touch-up paint. Provide the model number and size of your product to the
nearest factory representative to obtain the correct touch-up paint.
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10DS3111 E _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Engineering Reference
Design Level E
Liner Material
Hard Rubber A
Soft Natural Rubber B
Polyurethane D
PTFE TEFLON E
Neoprene L
Rotomolded TEFZEL N
Linatex P
Size
inches mm
1 25 09
1-1/2 40 11
2 50 12
3 80 14
4 100 15
6 150 17
8 200 18
10 250 19
12 300 20
Flange Material
Carbon Steel 1
304 Stainless Steel 2
Electrode Type
Flush 2
Bullet Nose 3
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Electrode Material
316 Stn. Steel B
HASTELLOY® B C
HASTELLOY® C D
Titanium E
Tantalum F
Platinum / Iridium H
Zirconium L
Certification
Standard (None) A
Enclosure Classification
General Purpose: IEC 529, IP 65, NEMA 4X 1
Accidental Submergence: IEC 529, IP 67, NEMA 4X, 33ft H2O/48h (10m H20/48h) 2
Continuous Submergence: IEC 529, IP 68, NEMA 4X, 33ft H2 O (10m H20) Continuous Duty, 5
Signal Cable permanently installed
Accidental Submergence: IEC 529, IP 67, NEMA 4X, 33ft H2O/48h (10m H20/48h), Tropical - 9
Improved Moisture Protection, Signal Cable permanently installed
Converter Type
50SM1000 1
Other 9
None X
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1.3 Specifications
Power Requirements Refer to Section 1.2 Model Number Breakdown.
Meter Characteristics
Rangeability 20:1
Meter Capacity Specified on meter data tag (equal to maximum flow capacity in
engineering units). Refer to Table 1-4.
Environmental Limits
Process Limits
Maximum Minimum
Liner Material
Temperature Temperature
TEFLON 356 o F (180 o C)
TEFZEL 266 o F (130 o C) -13 o F (-25o C)
Neoprene/Polyurethane 190 o F (88o C)
Hard Rubber, Soft Rubber, LINATEX 175 o F (80o C)
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Maximum Temperature
Flange Flange 100o F 175o F 190o F 266o F 356o F
Class Material (38o C) (80o C) (88o C) (130o C) (180o C)
Pressure PSIG (MPa)
ANSI Carbon Steel 285 (1.96) 260 (1.79) 255 (1.76) 235 (1.62) 215 (1.48)
150 304 SST 275 (1.90) 245 (1.69) 240 (1.76) 215 (1.48) 190 (1.31)
ANSI Carbon Steel 740 (5.10) 690 (4.76) 680 (4.69) 660 (4.55) 640 (4.41)
300 304 SST 720 (4.96) 630 (4.34) 615 (4.24) 555 (3.83) 495 (3.41)
DIN Carbon Steel 145 (1.00) 145 (1.00) 145 (1.00) 145 (1.00) 145 (1.00)
PN10 304 SST 140 (0.97) 137 (0.94) 137 (0.94) 133 (0.92) 128 (0.88)
DIN Carbon Steel 232 (1.60) 232 (1.60) 232 (1.60) 232 (1.60) 232 (1.60)
PN16 304 SST 224 (1.54) 219 (1.51) 218 (1.50) 212 (1.46) 205 (1.41)
DIN Carbon Steel 362 (2.50) 362 (2.50) 362 (2.50) 362 (2.50) 362 (2.50)
PN25 304 SST 352 (2.43) 331 (2.28) 327 (2.25) 304 (2.10) 280 (1.93)
DIN Carbon Steel 580 (4.00) 580 (4.00) 580 (4.00) 580 (4.00) 580 (4.00)
PN40 304 SST 564 (3.89) 530 (3.65) 525 (3.62) 488 (3.36) 449 (3.10)
Temperature
Liner
Meter Size
Material 68o F 212 o F 266 o F 356 o F
(20 o C) (100 o C) (130 o C) (180 o C)
1- 4 in TEFLON/
Full Vacuum To 266o F (130o C) 6.7 psia
(15-100 mm) TEFZEL
6 - 12 in TEFLON/
3.9 psia 5.8 psia 6.7 psia 8.7 psia
(150-300 mm) TEFZEL
Neoprene/
All Full Vacuum To 190 o F (88o C)
Polyurethane
Hard Rubber/
All Full Vacuum To 175 o F (80o C)
Soft Rubber
1- 4 in
LINATEX Full Vacuum To 175 o F (80o C)
(15-100 mm)
6 - 12 in
LINATEX 3.9 psia 5.8 psia To 175 o F (80o C)
(150-300 mm)
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* Each meter is calibrated to determine its flow capacity at a given velocity, which has been
established as 32.808 ft/s (10 m/s) for the meter capacity (Range DN). The meter capacity expressed
in gpm is recorded on the meter nameplate.
The meter capacity is the base upon which maximum and minimum limits for range settings and
outputs are established.
Meter Capacity:
NOTE
The maximum meter flow range is a function of the signal converter used. The maxi-
mum flow range can not exceed the meter capacity.
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Physical Characteristics
Materials of
Construction
Electronics Housing cast aluminum, epoxy finish, 316 SST attachment screws,
gasketed cover
NOTE
Enclosures are suitable for indoor or outdoor installation.
Enclosure ratings apply to the meter.
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2.0 INSTALLATION
2.1 Inspection
All meters are shipped in heavy duty containers which are specially designed to provide adequate
protection during transit. Since the meter will be operated in conjunction with an electronic signal
converter, both instruments may be in the same shipping container. An itemized list of all items
included in the shipment is attached to the shipping container. Refer to the instruction bulletin
supplied with the signal converter for operation and maintenance procedures for the converter.
The system is normally supplied with a signal converter. Interconnection cable and conduit seals are
supplied with the signal converter.
Inspect all items included in the shipment for indications of damage which may have occurred during
shipment. All damage claims should be reported to the shipping agent involved before attempting to
install or operate this equipment. If the damage is such that faulty operation is likely to result, the
damage should be brought to the attention of the factory Service Department.
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During shipment, the liner is protected by wood or composition protectors as shown in Figure 2-2;
these are removed before the meter is installed; leave them in position while moving the meter to the
installation site.
To place the meter in the pipeline a sling and hoist may be necessary. Do not pass a rope or wire
sling through the meter; the liner will be damaged if the meter is supported by the liner. Lift the meter
as shown in Figure 2-2.
Table 2-1 lists the weights of the meters by size and flange classification. Weights shown are
approximate and should be used only as a guide when installing the meter.
If the continuous submergence option is chosen for Model 10DS3111, the meter weights shown
above must be modified by adding the weights shown in the following table:
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2.3 Location
The Flowmeter is suitable for either indoor or outdoor installation. When selecting the location of the
installation, consideration should be given to the ambient and process temperature limits, as stated
in the Specifications Sub-Section 1.3.
• The Standard meter is rated NEMA 4X (IEC 529 IP65), watertight, and will
withstand periods of rain and hose down.
• If periodic flooding may occur, an optional NEMA 4X (IEC 529 IP67) accidental
submergence Flowmeter is available to withstand submergence up to 48 hours.
These ratings apply to TEFLON-lined meters only after the meter is properly
installed in the pipeline.
• If periodic flooding is expected to keep the meter submerged for periods longer
than 48 hours, an optional continuous submergence NEMA 4X (IEC 529 IP68)
configuration is available.
It is recommended that the meter not be installed in the immediate vicinity of heavy induction
equipment.
Access for wiring interconnections and servicing of the integrally mounted Signal Converter should
be considered when installing the meter. A minimum of five inches of overhead clearance is required
for cover removal.
Outline dimensions of the Flowmeter are given in Figures 2-3 through 2-8.
Outline dimensions of the optional remotely mounted Signal Converter are given in the instruction
manual supplied with the Signal Converter.
The installation site must be provided with a convenient source of power as specified for the Signal
Converter. The power line should have a disconnect switch and a suitable fuse or circuit breaker as
shown on the applicable interconnection diagram provided in the instruction manual supplied with the
Signal Converter.
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Ref. 10D4287
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Ref. OD-10D-4123 r4
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Ref. 10D4288
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2.4 Mounting
2.4.1 Orientation
The meter may be installed in horizontal, vertical or sloping pipe runs. However, precautions must be
taken to assure that the metering tube is filled at all times during measurement. A vertical installation,
with the pipe line carrying liquid upwards assures a filled line under low flow rate conditions and also
minimizes wear on the meter lining by abrasive grit. Horizontal installations should be made with the
meter in the lower section of a pipeline to assure a filled meter condition.
For horizontal or sloping installations the meter should be placed so that the electronic housing of the
meter is on top. This will align the meter electrodes in a lateral plane. Positioning the meter in this
way eliminates the possibility of entrained air acting as an electrode insulator.
The meter must be oriented in accordance with the direction of process flow, as indicated by the
FLOW arrow on the meter body. For accurate metering, a straight pipe run equivalent to a minimum
of three straight pipe diameters are required upstream of the meter for elbows and tees, measured
from the center of the meter (refer to Figure 2-15).
If a control valve is required, it is recommended that it be placed downstream of the meter. Upstream
valves can create turbulence that result in air pockets and may affect the meter’s accuracy or cause
its output to be noisy. A minimum of ten pipe diameters of straight pipe are required upstream
between the meter and a control valve or pump.
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For liner materials other than those shown in the tables, the flange bolts should be tightened
sufficiently to stop any leaks but should not exceed the values shown in the tables.
NOTE:
• Torques listed are for bolts with threads lubricated
• All meters with PTFE liners need to be re-torqued after 48 hours of operation
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FIGURE 2-15. RECOMMENDED PIPING ARRANGEMENT
Figure is for reference only, the flowmeter shown in this illustration is not the meter
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Flowmeter grounding requirements are a combination of standard grounding methods and a bonding
of the meter body to the process liquid. The most important of these is the process bonding, which is
ensuring that the meter body is in contact with the process liquid at both ends of the meter body. The
bonding procedure places an electrical short circuit across the meter, thereby routing any stray
current around the liquid in the meter (rather than through it).
From the point of view of grounding there are two basic types of piping systems:
• electrically conductive pipeline: the process liquid comes in contact with conductive
pipe. This piping requires that each meter flange be connected with a bonding wire
to the adjacent pipeline flange. The grounding procedure to use with conductive
pipeline is described in 2.5.2.
• non-conductive or electrically insulated pipeline: the pipeline may be made of an
electrically non-conductive material (plastic, concrete, etc.) or lined with a
non-conductive material (rubber, TEFLON, etc). These non-conductive pipelines
require the use of metal grounding rings to bond the process liquid to ground. The
grounding procedure to use with nonconductive pipeline is described in 2.5.3.
Proper grounding of the meter is required for optimum system performance.
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1) Drill and tap both pipeline flanges adjacent to the bonding connections on the meter.
The lugs on the bonding cables are sized for a 1/4 inch bolt (metric M6 fasteners).
2) Obtain a bright metal surface around the edges of the tapped hole with a file or emery
cloth.
3) Attach the bonding wire and another length of ground wire to the flanges as shown. Use
internal tooth lockwashers as shown in the detail. The wire to the good external ground
should be #12 AWG or heavier copper wire.
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1) For this service, the meter requires the use of grounding rings. The grounding rings
should be installed between the meter flanges and the mating flanges of the pipeline as
shown in Figure 2-14. A gasket is required on both sides of the grounding ring. If the meter
is supplied with a grounding ring/protector plate fastened to the meter flange,only one gas-
ket is required between the grounding ring/protector plate and the pipeline flange. Proper
gasket locations are shown in Figure 2-14.
2) Attach the bonding wire and ground wire to the tab of the grounding ring. Use internal
tooth lockwashers and hex head nut and bolts as shown in Figure 2-15. The ground wire
should be #12 AWG, or heavier, copper wire.
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WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Equipment powered by ac line voltage
constitutes a potential electric shock hazard to the user. Make certain
that the system power input leads are disconnected from the operating
branch circuit before attempting electrical interconnections.
The cable from the remote converter is connected to the Primary using the customer connection box
mounted on the meter body. FIGURE 3-2 shows the customer connection circuit board located inside
the customer connection box. The signal cable from the remote converter is connected to the meter
using the terminal blocks labeled "CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS" shown in FIGURE 3-2.
When incorporating the interconnection procedures, the grounding procedures given in Section 2.5
must be followed.
For explosion proof meter installation, all interconnection wiring must be installed according to
National Electrical Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70 Section 500.
NOTE
For meters capable of continuous submergence, the signal ca-
ble has been permanently installed by the factory. Do not
loosen the cable seal fitting or remove the connection box lid
since this will break the seal and void the warranty.
It is the user’s responsibility to properly install the conduit entry cable seal fitting supplied with the
signal cable provided with the remotely mounted signal converter. This will ensure proper perform-
ance of this safety feature. Refer to Figure 2-18.
A pressure relief is provided in the electronics housing in the customer connection box on the meter.
The pressure relief is located in the center of the housing joint on the side opposite from the conduit
connection. If the primary seal should fail, the pressure relief will vent the process preventing an over
pressurization and potentially dangerous failure of the electronics housing.
It is the user’s responsibility to be aware of this safety feature and to consider the unlikely event of its
functioning. Based on knowledge of the process and meter application, the user should consider the
installation orientation of the meter and possible use of deflectors to safely direct the vented process.
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3.1 General
The meter is calibrated at the factory. Each meter is calibrated to determine its meter capacity at a
given velocity. Refer to Table 1-4.
Prior to initial system start up, verify that the meter is properly installed; check flow direction, wiring
interconnection and grounding as discussed in Section 2.0 Installation. Particular attention should be
given to the meter grounding procedures; improper grounding may result in unsatisfactory perform-
ance. Refer to the signal converter instruction bulletin for interconnection wiring.
Except for system zero adjustment, there are no operating controls that require field adjustment
unless the full scale range setting was not specified at time of purchase. If the full scale range setting
must be set or changed, refer to the instruction bulletin supplied with the signal converter.
The flowmeter does not require zeroing, however, system zero adjustment must be performed prior
to start-up. The procedure for system zero adjustment is discussed in the signal converter instruction
bulletin.
Start flow through the process piping system that includes the meter. Allow a nominal flow through
the pipeline for several minutes to purge entrapped air. The pipeline must be full for accurate flow
measurement.
Apply the appropriate power for the meter by closing the external switch or circuit breaker; there are
no switches inside of the equipment. Also, energize any auxiliary equipment associated with the flow
metering system, such as remote analog recorders, controllers or rate indicators.
Initiate process flow through the pipeline. Flow measurement and concurrent output signal transmis-
sion will commence with flow through the meter.
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CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS
JUMPER TO BE IN
"16A" POSITION
GROUND
TERMINAL
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CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS
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The meter body houses two signal electrodes and two flux producing magnet coils, as shown
schematically in Figure 4-1. All flowmeter intraconnection wiring is terminated at a printed circuit
assembly located in the base mounted on the meter housing.
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(Equation #1)
1
Es = BDV
α
where:
The metered liquid constitutes a continuous series of conductive liquid disks moving through a
magnetic field. The more rapid the rate of liquid flow, the greater the instantaneous value of signal
voltage as monitored at the meter electrodes.
(Equation #2)
V = Q = 4Q
A πD 2
4
E s = 1 BD Q2
α πD
∴ Q = παD • Es
4 B
Since B = β E r
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(Equation #3)
Q = γ Es
Er
where:
Therefore, volumetric flow rate is directly proportional to the ratio of the induced signal voltage to the
reference voltage as measured by the meter.
The conductivity of a given liquid, σ, may be determined experimentally under a filled meter
condition, as follows:
1) Turn off power to the signal converter. Remove the converter housing cover. Disconnect
and identify the electrode signal interconnection leads from terminals "1" and "2" of the sig-
nal converter.
2) Measure the resistance between signal leads "1" and "2" with an ac ohmmeter.
CAUTION
Do not use a dc ohmmeter for this measurement as polarization
effects will produce completely erroneous data.
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The conductivity of the process liquid (in microsiemens/cm) may be determined from the electrode ac
resistance measurement (in megohms) by substitution of values in the following equation.
σ= 1
(R ac - 0.072) x Electrode Diameter, in cm
where,
and,
For example, assuming the measured ac electrode resistance (full pipe) is 192,000 ohms and
electrode diameter is 0.76 cm, then
σ= 1 = 10.82 µS/cm
(0.192 - 0.072) x 0.77
This is above the threshold for specified measurement accuracy for the particular liquid, meter size
and signal converter combination. Liquid conductivities at the operating temperature may also be
determined from standard references for many pure liquids. Factory Field Engineers are equipped to
determine the conductivities of special liquids at the user’s site.
Electrode diameters vary with meter size and type of liner, the values given in Table 4-1 are typical
electrode diameters.
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Most liquids exhibit a positive temperature coefficient of conductivity. It is possible for certain
marginal liquids to become sufficiently non-conductive at lower temperatures so as to hamper
accurate metering; whereas, the same liquid at higher or normal environmental temperatures may be
metered with optimum results. The possibility of an adverse temperature conductivity characteristic
should be investigated before attempting to meter such a liquid. Process or ambient temperatures
are limited by the meter materials specification.
Other normal effects of temperature, such as influence upon liquid viscosity and density, the size of
the metering area, and the flux density of the magnetic field, have negligible or no effect upon
metering accuracy.
The meter will measure the total amount of material passing in the process stream. The meter will not
differentiate between the amount of liquid and the amount of entrained gases. Also, in the case of a
slurry, the meter will not differentiate between the amount of liquid and solids. If the liquid to mixant
ratio is important for process control, then separate measurements of the concentration of the
medium must be made and appropriate correction factors applied to the meter output.
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The meter provides two output signals to the associated signal converter; one, an electrode signal
that contains the flow rate information, and two, the reference signal which is proportional to the
magnet excitation current (theoretically, this reference signal is proportional to the flux density in the
metering section). The reference voltage is derived across a precision "constant meter factor"
resistance network that is connected in series with the magnet coils. Changes in magnet drive
voltage, which cause a variation of flow signal, will simultaneously cause a proportional variation of
the reference voltage. The circuitry will provide an exact ratio and thereby provide immunity to power
supply variation. The magnet coil drive circuitry is contained in the signal converter.
1. Establishes interconnections between the meter internal wiring and the signal
converter.
2. Permits factory adjustment of meter capacity values to a fixed value for each nominal size
meter.
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6.0 MAINTENANCE
6.1 General
Except for an occasional performance verification check, there is no routine maintenance required for
the meter. It is suggested that the meter body not be disassembled. If disassembled, complete
waterproof sealing is required for satisfactory operation and is best done at the factory. Replacement
of faulty magnet drive coils and electrode replacement is a factory operation. Factory calibration after
this type of repair is the only way to guarantee meter accuracy.
WARNING
All flowmeters and/or signal converters being returned to the
manufacturer for repair must be free of any hazardous materials (acids,
alkalis, solvents, etc.). A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all
process liquids must accompany returned equipment. Contact the
manufacturer for authorization prior to returning equipment.
NOTE
Operation and maintenance procedures for the signal converter are pro-
vided in the instruction bulletin supplied with the signal converter.
When communicating with the manufacturer in regard to replacement of a complete meter or the
signal converter, it is important to refer to the complete instrument serial number to assure that the
correct replacement will be supplied. This information is provided on the manufacturing specification
sheet supplied with the meter, and on the instrument data tag.
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NOTE
The meter housing is supplied as a sealed unit. Therefore, customer field
repairs to these meters are not recommended. In the event of a malfunc-
tion, repairs should only be performed by a factory field service engineer,
or the complete meter returned to the manufacturer for service (shipping
charges prepaid).
WARNING
Equipment powered by an ac line voltage presents a potential electric
shock hazard. Servicing of the flowmeter or signal converter should
only be attempted by a qualified electronics technician.
If water is present, de-energize system at power source. Inspect conduit seals and cover gaskets for
possible source of water entry. Replace the seals and/or gasket as required. Allow interior of junction
box and converter housing to dry completely before restoring system power.
2. Since signal wiring and operating procedures are dependent upon the type of converter and the
mounting option selected, the user should refer to the instruction bulletin supplied with the signal
converter for system troubleshooting procedures. A static performance test for the meter mounted
components is discussed in Section 6.3.
4. The customer connection box mounted on the meter Primary contains an assembly of two printed
circuit boards. The upper board contains the terminal blocks for the customer connections as well as
a terminal strip with a jumper block labeled J1 (shown in FIGURE 3-2). The proper position for this
jumper in the 10DS3111E is between the center terminal and the lower terminal marked 16A as
shown in the figure below.
16P PROPER
JUMPER
POSITION
16A
J1
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WARNING
Equipment that operates from ac line voltage constitutes a potential
electric shock hazard to the user. Make certain that the system power is
disconnected before making the following ohmmeter checks.
Coil Resistance
Meter Size Nominal, ohms ±20%
Each Series
inches mm Coil Resistance *
1 25 156 312
1 1⁄2 40 240 480
2 50 190 380
3 80 110 220
4 100 74 148
6 150 11 22
8 200 10.7 21.4
10 250 10.7 21.4
12 300 10.7 21.4
* M1 to M3
Reference temperature = 60o C
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To perform this test, the meter must be removed from the pipeline and the meter liner thoroughly
dried. When the meter liner has been dried, proceed as follows:
1) Disconnect and identify(tag) the electrode signal leads, 1 and 2, from the terminal
board in the signal converter (or from the terminal board in the base of the meter
housing).
3) Connect the ohmmeter "minus" lead to the meter ground stud and the "plus" lead
to electrode line 1. This reading should be infinite. If any resistance can be measured,
the meter is defective and must be replaced.
4) Check the other electrode by connecting the ohmmeter "plus" lead to line 2. This
reading must also be infinite. If any resistance can be measured, the meter is
defective and must be replaced.
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NOTE
Polyurethane and neoprene lined meters use neoprene gaskets.
TEFLON lined meters use TEFLON gaskets.
Two gaskets are required for each meter. If the meter has grounding rings, two additional gaskets are
required for each meter.
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Order number consists of two protector plates and mounting screws. Grounding rings are not
available for this application. When ordering, specify 614B452U__ and suffix from the table below.
Flange Rating
Meter Size ANSI Class 300
Protector Inch = 4
Plate Material (mm) = (100)
316 sst Suffix = 40
HAST "C" Suffix = 47
Order number consists of two protector plates which serve as grounding rings, and mounting screws.
Separate grounding rings are not available for this application. When ordering, specify 614B384U__
and suffix from the table below.
Order number consists of two grounding rings and mounting screws.When ordering, add suffix to the
BM number.
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NOTE
Polyurethane and neoprene lined meters use neoprene gaskets.
TEFLON lined meters use TEFLON gaskets.
Order number consists of one grounding ring and mounting screws. Order a quantity of two for each
meter. Order by the referenced part number.
Standard Meter
Junction Box Base Gasket D333F021U01
Base to Spacer Gasket D333F009U01
Spacer to Cover Gasket D333F008U01
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