Summary of Contents for Endress+Hauser HART Levelflex M FMP43
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Operating Instructions Levelflex M FMP43 Run Time Measurement BA357F/00/en/03.09 No. 71074935 Valid as of software version: 01.04.zz...
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Commissioning via Endress+Hauser operating program In the "Commissioning" section, you learn how to switch on the instrument and check the functions. Additional information on the operating via the Endress+Hauser operating program (FieldCare) can be found in Operating Instructions BA027S/04. Æ...
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An overview of all the instrument functions can be found on → ä 86. An extensive description of all the instrument functions can be found in BA245F – "Description of Instrument Functions" on the CD-ROM provided. Operating Instructions can also be found on our homepage: www.endress.com Endress+Hauser...
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Brief overview Levelflex M FMP43 with HART/4...20 mA Endress+Hauser...
The instrument is accompanied by separate “Ex documentation”, which is an integral part of this documentation. The installation regulations, connection values and safety instructions listed in this document must be observed. • Ensure that all personnel are suitably qualified. • Measuring point requirements with regard to measurement and safety must be observed. Endress+Hauser...
Temperature resistance of the connecting cables t >85°C Indicates that the connecting cables have to withstand a temperature of 85 C at least. Safety instruction For safety instructions refer to the manual for the appropriate instrument version. Endress+Hauser...
2.1.1 Nameplate The following technical data are given on the instrument nameplate: Order No Designation according to Directive 94/9/EC (see Order Information) and designation of protection ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany Serial number LEVELFLEX-M D-79689 Maulburg Order Code: Ser.-No.: IP68 / NEMA 6P...
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EN10204-3.1 material (316L wetted parts), inspection certificate CoC, EN 10204-3.1 material (316L wetted parts) inspection certificate *5-point, CoC, 3.1, 5-point linearity protocol, see additional spec., EN10204-3.1 material (316L wetted parts), inspection certificate Special version, to be specified Marking: 1 Tagging (TAG) 2 Bus address Endress+Hauser...
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You can fill in the options of the respective feature into the following table. The filled in options result in the complete order code. FMP43- complete product designation ⇓ Please enter probe length in mm or inch / 0.1 inch inch / 0.1 inch probe lenght LN → Page 14 OVP = overvoltage protection Endress+Hauser...
The instrument takes into account applicable standards and regulations which are listed in the EC declaration of conformity and thus meets the legal requirements of the EC Directives. Endress+Hauser confirms the successful testing of the instrument by affixing to it the CE mark.
Pack the measuring instrument in such a way as to protect it reliably against impact for storage and transportation. The original packing material provides the optimum protection for this. The permissible storage temperature is -20 °C to +80 °C. Endress+Hauser...
Installation Installation conditions 3.2.1 Dimensions Housing (see feature 80 in "Ordering information") - dimensions and materials Dimensions for the process connection and the probe type → ä 14. max. 110 ENDRESS+HAUSER F12 housing (Aluminium) L00-F12xxxx-06-00-00-en-001 max. 100 ENDRESS+HAUSER T12 housing...
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- 20 °C to 149 °C (3A Class. I, USP Cl. VI) ➂ Probe (see Feature 20 in "Ordering information) Material Version Option ➂ 0.76 μm mechanically polished K, M 316L (1.4435) 0.38 μm electropolished S, T Hastelloy C22 Special version available on request process connection (example) Endress+Hauser...
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Process connections (see Feature 40 in "Ordering information") - Dimensions and materials Endress+Hauser supplies DIN/EN flanges made of stainless steel AISI 316L with the material numer 1.4435 or 1.4404. With regard to their stability-temperature property, the materials 1.4435 and 1.4404 are grouped together under 13E0 in EN1092-1 Tab.18.
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Levelflex M FMP43 with HART/4...20 mA Installation Process connection Designation Versions Approvals Option Thread M24 x 1.5 Accessory: weld-in adapter Weld-in adapter • 0.76 μm order number: 71041381 = 16 bar Ø 65 All metal parts used in the process in 316L (1.4435) Endress+Hauser...
Optimization options • Interference echo suppression: measurement can be optimized by electronically suppressing interference echoes. L00-FMP43xxx-17-00-00-xx-002 Note! You must ensure that the probe does not come into contact with the container wall, container bottom and tank internals. Endress+Hauser...
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Density [ρ] in kg/m 1000 (e.g. water) Probe diameter [d] in m 0.008 L = L (worst case) L00-FMP43xxx-16-00-00-xx-003 Bending torque [M] on rod probes 20.0 18.0 16.0 14.0 12.0 10.0 v=0.5m/s v=0.7m/s v=1.0m/s Probe length [ ] in meters L00-FMP43xxx-16-00-00-de-004 Endress+Hauser...
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• For mechanical reasons, the probe should be installed as vertically as possible. • The maximum mounting angle is – up to 1 m = 30° – up to 2 m = 10° – up to 4 m = 5°. L00-FMP43xxx-17-00-00-xx-006 Endress+Hauser...
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≥ DN 50 / 2" metallic flange, or a metal sheet with diameter of ≥ 200 mm must be mounted under screw-in piece. metal sheet or metal flange silo roof of plastic or wood metal sheet or metal flange Wall thickness for GFK/PP < 15 mm L00-FMP4xxxx-17-00-00-de-018 Endress+Hauser...
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• The wall retainer can also be used for mounting in display panels. Please observe the dimensions on → ä 13 for the cutout. display plate wall ENDRESS+HAUSER Levelflex M 4 x Ø 8,5 Ø 5 ENDRESS+HAUSER Levelflex M pipe Ø...
• Does the instrument correspond to specifications at the measuring point, including process temperature and pressure, ambient temperature, measuring range, etc.? • Are the measuring point number and labeling correct (visual inspection)? • Is the instrument adequately protected against rain and direct sunlight (→ ä 68)? Endress+Hauser...
Installation in the center of the tank • If the probe is mounted in the center of the tank, it may be necessary to use a second spray ball. The spray balls should then be mounted to the left and right of the probe. L00-FMP43xxx-17-00-00-xx-004 Endress+Hauser...
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4.5 Nm. • The O-rings r of the probe rod and adapter are now free accessible respectively L00-FMP43xxx-17-00-00-xx-007 changeable. The probe rod can be cleaned (autoclaved). O-ring order numbers, see → ä 77. Endress+Hauser...
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• screw the adapter into the container process connection together with the probe rod and tighten with 20 Nm • stick housing n with housing adapter on the adapter and bolt it with the grooved nut m - torque 20 Nm. Endress+Hauser...
" Before connection please note the following: ● The power supply must be identical to the data on the Caution! nameplate (1). ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany LEVELFLEX-M D-79689 Maulburg ● Switch off power supply before connecting up the device. Order Code: Ser.-No.:...
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" Before connection please note the following: ● The power supply must be identical to the data on the nameplate (1). Caution! ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany LEVELFLEX-M D-79689 Maulburg ● Switch off power supply before connecting up the device. Order Code: Ser.-No.:...
EMC stability. Cable gland Type Clamping area Standard, Ex ia, IS Plastic M20x1.5 5 to 10 mm Ex em, Ex nA Metal M20x1.5 7 to 10.5 mm Terminals for wire cross-sections of 0.5 to 2.5 mm Endress+Hauser...
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3.6 to 22 mA — HART, 4-wire (90 to 250 V 2.4 to 22 mA ~ 3 to 6 mA / ~ 3.5 VA HART, 4-wire (10.5 to 32 V 2.4 to 22 mA ~ 100 mA / ~ 1 W Endress+Hauser...
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T12 housing, see ordering information on → ä 8 • this protection is achieved through other appropriate measures (external protection instruments e.g. HAW262Z). 4.2.1 Connecting HART with Endress+Hauser RMA422 / RN221N DC power supply unit 4...20 mA...
• Is the terminal assignment correct (→ ä 27 and → ä 28)? • Is the cable gland tight? • Is the housing cover screwed tight? • If power is supplied: Is the instrument ready for operation and is the LCD display lit? Endress+Hauser...
(e.g. "medium property (003)") ➜ 5) Press ) once return to previous function (e.g. "tank shape (002)") ➜ Press ) twice return to Group selection 6) Press ) to return to Measured value display L00-FMP4xxxx-19-00-00-en-001 Endress+Hauser...
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The third digit numbers the individual functions within the function group: → • basic setup • tank properties • medium property • process cond. Here after the position is always given in brackets (e.g. "tank properties" (002)) after the described function. Endress+Hauser...
Position indicator ENDRESS + HAUSER Symbol Main value Bargraph Unit – Selection list Function groups -> Functions HOME F000 F001 F002 F003 F004 ... FG00 FG01 FG02 Help text FG03 FG04 FG05 FG06 Envelope FG07 curve L00-FMRxxxxx-07-00-00-en-007 Fig. 2: Display Endress+Hauser...
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Contrast settings of the LCD Hardware lock / unlock After a hardware lock, an operation of the instrument via display or communication is not possible! The hardware can only be unlocked via the display. An unlock parameter must be entered to do so. Endress+Hauser...
It is not possible to unlock the hardware by communication. All parameters can be displayed even if the instrument is locked. ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER press simultaneous – ⇓ ⇓ The LOCK_SYMBOL appears on the LCD. Endress+Hauser...
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There is no need to change these parameters under normal circumstances and consequently, they are protected by a special code known only to the Endress+Hauser service organization. Please contact Endress+Hauser if you have any questions.
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• end of probe (030) • format display (094) • level/ullage (040) • no of decimals (095) • linearisation (041) • sep. character (096) • customer unit (042) • unlock parameter (0A4) A complete “basic setup" (00) must be activated. Endress+Hauser...
• The "diagnostics" (0A) function group can display current errors as well as the last errors that occurred. • If several current errors occur, use to page through the error messages. • The last occurring error can be deleted in the "diagnostics" (0A) function group with the function "clear last error" (0A2). Endress+Hauser...
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The operating program FieldCare is an Endress+Hauser Plant Asset Management Tool based on FDT technology. You can use Field-Care to configure all your Endress+Hauser devices, as well as devices from other manufacturers that support the FDT standard. It is compatible with the following operating systems: Win2000, WinXP and Windows Vista.
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Operation Levelflex M FMP43 with HART/4...20 mA Signal analysis via envelope curve L00-FMP4xxxx-20-00-00-en-007 Tank linearization L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-en-041 Endress+Hauser...
4 PROCESS COND. Bksp Page 5 EMPTY CALIBR. FIELD COMMUNICATOR SAVE HOME L00-FMR2xxxx-07-00-00-yy-007 Note! • Further information on the HART handheld unit is given in the respective operating manual included in the transport bag of the Field Communicator 375. Endress+Hauser...
Select the basic unit (this message appears the first time the instrument is switched on) ⇓ The current measured value is displayed ⇓ After is pressed, you reach the group selection. This selection enables you to perform the basic setup Endress+Hauser...
F = full calibr. (= span) UB = upper blocking distance setting in 006 setting in 059 D = distance (distance flange / product) SD = safety distance display in 0A5 setting in 015 = level linearisation display in 0A6 extended calibr. L00-FMP43xxx-19-00-00-yy-001 Endress+Hauser...
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• If the power supply fails, all preset and parameterised values remain safely stored in the EEPROM. " Caution! All functions are described in detail, as is the overview of the operating menu itself, in the manual BA245F – "Description of the instrument functions" on the enclosed CD-ROM. Endress+Hauser...
(see installation in plastic containers). When using a metallic surface at the process connection, the "standard" option is sufficient! Note! In principle the employment of a metallic surface area should be preferred at the process connection! Endress+Hauser...
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– Cellulose spray 35 m / 1378" 35 m / 1378" – Salt – Isocyanate, aniline – Metallic powder – Aqueous solutions > 7 – Carbon black – Alcohols 35 m / 1378" 35 m / 1378" – Coal – Ammonia Endress+Hauser...
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The signal from the probe end is positive if the attachment is grounded. Only the setting "free" is permitted for the FMP43. Selection: • free • tie down isol. • tie down gnd. These settings lead to a false output signal for emtpy tanks. Endress+Hauser...
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"empty calibration" instead of the automatically determined probe length. Selection: • length ok • too short • too long After selection "length too short" or "length too long", the calculation of the new value need approx. 10 s. Endress+Hauser...
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F = full calibration (= span) F max = E – upper blocking distance L00-FMP4xxxx-14-00-06-en-009 Note! The usable measuring range lies between the lower and the upper blocking distance. The values for empty distance (E) and span (F) can be set independently of this. Endress+Hauser...
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The following options are available for selection: Selection: • distance = ok • dist. too small • dist. too big • dist. unknown • manual • probe free distance too small distance = ok L00-FMP4xxxx-14-00-06-en-010 Endress+Hauser...
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Function "start mapping" (053) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – This function is used to start the interference echo mapping up to the distance given in "range of mapping" (052). Selection: • off: no mapping is carried out • on: mapping is started Endress+Hauser...
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ENDRESS + HAUSER – ⇓ After 3 s, the following message appears Note! After the basic setup, an evaluation of the measurement with the aid of the envelope curve ("envelope curve" (0E) function group) is recommended (see Page 57). Endress+Hauser...
The blocking distance is preset to 0.2 m for rod probes. The blocking distance can be reduced if the probe is mounted flush with the wall or in a nozzle, max. 50 mm in height. When using a spray ball the blocking distance may not be smaller than 50 mm. Endress+Hauser...
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L00-FMP4xxxx-05-00-00-en-001 L00-FMP4xxxx-05-00-00-en-002 Note! Please reenter the blocking distance in the function group "extended calibr." (05) function "upper block.dist" (059) when installing the instrument in a high nozzle: upper blocking distance (UB) = nozzle height (H) + 50 mm. L00-FMP4xxxx-14-00-06-xx-001 Endress+Hauser...
– Note! If the envelope curve mode is active on the display, the measured values are updated in a slower cycle time. Thus, it is advisable to leave the envelope curve mode after the measuring point has been optimised. Endress+Hauser...
Difference curve = envelope curve - mapping (empty curve) The mapping (empty curve) should be a good representation of the probe and the empty tank or silo. Ideally, only the signals from the medium being measured remain in the difference curve. Endress+Hauser...
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- vertical zoom (4 steps) L00-FMPxxxxx-07-00-00-en-004 Horizontal-Zoom-Modus Press , to switch to the envelope curve navigation. You are then in Horizontal Zoom mode. Either is displayed. You now have the following options: • increases the horizontal scale. • decreases the horizontal scale. L00-FMPxxxxx-07-00-00-xx-001 Endress+Hauser...
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The set increases and shifts are retained. Only when you reactivate the "recording curve"(0E2) function does the Levelflex use the standard display again. ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – ⇓ After 3 s, the following message appears Endress+Hauser...
Levelflex M FMP43 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning Basic setup with the Endress+Hauser operating program To carry out the basic setup with the operating program, proceed as follows: • Start the operating program and establish a connection. • Select the "basic setup" function group in the navigation window.
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• Enter the application parameters (see chapter basic setup with "VU331"): – tank properties – medium properties – process properties l00-fmp4xxxx-20-00-00-en-002 Basic setup step 3/6: • Enter the application parameters (see chapter basic setup with "VU331"): – end of probe l00-fmp4xxxx-20-00-00-en-003 Endress+Hauser...
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• Enter the application parameters (see chapter basic setup with "VU331"): – probe length – probe – probe length – determine length l00-fmp4xxxx-20-00-00-en-004 Basic setup step 5/6: • Enter the application parameters (see chapter basic setup with "VU331"): – empty calibration – full calibration l00-fmp4xxxx-20-00-00-en-005 Endress+Hauser...
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Signal analysis via envelope curve After the basic setup, it is recommended to evaluate the measurement with the aid of the envelope curve. L00-FMP4xxxx-20-00-00-en-007 Note! In the event of severe interference echoes, installing the Levelflex at another point can optimize the measurement routine. Endress+Hauser...
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Level echoes are indicated as positive signals in the envelope curve. Interference echoes can be both positive (e.g. reflections from internals) and negative (e.g. nozzles). The envelope curve, the map and the differential curve are used for the evaluation. Level echoes are searched for in the differential curve. Endress+Hauser...
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0.00 0.20 0.40 0.60 0.80 1.00 Differential curve = Envelope curve Mapping L00-FMP40xxx-05-00-00-en-025 6.8.2 User-specific applications (operation) For details of setting the parameters of user-specific applications, see separate documentation BA245F – "Description of Instrument Functions" on the CD-ROM supplied. Endress+Hauser...
• Carry out repairs according to the instructions. On completion of repairs, carry out the specified individual test on the instrument. • Only Endress+Hauser Service may convert a certified instrument into a different certified version. • Document all repair work and conversions.
Welding adapter with M 24 x of 1.5 - threads for the front-concise assembly of the sensor. Material: corrosion-resistant steel 1.4435 (AISI 316L) Ø 65 Weight: 0.22 kg For details refer to BA361F/00/A6. L00-FMP43xxx-06-00-00-xx-016 • Standard Order No.: 71041381 • With 3.1 inspection certificate Order No.: 71041383 Endress+Hauser...
Basic version Mounting bracket, pipe 1"/ 2" Special version, to be specified Marking: Tagging (TAG) FHX40 - Complete product designation For connection of the remote display FHX40 use the cable which fits the communication version of the respective instrument. Endress+Hauser...
For details refer to TI404F/00/en. Commubox FXA291 The Commubox FXA291 connects Endress+Hauser field instruments with CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) to the USB port of a computer or laptop. For details refer to TI405C/07/en. Note! For the following Endress+Hauser instruments you need the "ToF Adapter FXA291" as an additional accessory: •...
For details refer to BA362F/00/A6. Order No.: 71041379 L00-FMP43xxx-06-00-00-xx-016 Calibration kit The calibration kit is used to regularly test the accuracy and reproducibility of the Levelflex M FMP43 level measurement instrument. For details refer to BA360F/00/en. Order No.: 71041382 Endress+Hauser...
Check plug contact Connect the plug Ready Display works? of the display. correctly The display is possibly defective. Output current between Contact Endress+Hauser Service 3.6 …22mA ? Not ok Output current Correct the Check cabling Current is ok? Ready < 3.6 mA ? (2 wire) cabling <...
A251 feedthrough lost contact in the process feedthrough replace process feedthrough Endress+Hauser...
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A671 linearization ch1 not linearization table is in edit mode activate linearization table complete, not usable W681 current ch1 out of range current out of range check basic setup and linearization (3.8 mA to 21.5 mA) Endress+Hauser...
Noise level during the Repeat empty calibr. (005) once echo) after event of echo loss the output is set to any initialization phase too more. switching on the value/current. high. Caution! power supply Before confirmation change with to the edit mode. Endress+Hauser...
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→ error in the entire Calibration not possible. 20 mA/100% → measuring range) Selection expected → Select standard → Thresholds too high 2.) actual 1.) actual t → 4 mA/0% L00-FMP4xxxx-19-00-00-en-021 Medium properties Select lower medium properties. incorrect. Endress+Hauser...
Select the required spare parts (You may also use the overview drawing on the right side of the screen.) When ordering spare parts, always quote the serial number indicated on the nameplate. As far as necessary, the spare parts also include replacement instructions. Endress+Hauser...
Instrument Functions 07.2007 01.04.02 Original software. BA357F/00/en/07.07 BA245F/00/en/07.07 71040912 71040940 BA357F/00/de/03.09 71074935 Contact addresses of Endress+Hauser Contact addresses can be found on our homepage: www.endress.com/worldwide. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your Endress+Hauser representative. Endress+Hauser...
Is in Function group "basic setup" (00) starting from → ä 47. Maximum measured error Resolution • Digital: 1 mm • Analog: 0.03 % of measuring range Reaction time The reaction time depends on the configuration. Shortest time: • 2-wire electronics: 1 s • 4-wire electronics: 0.7 s Endress+Hauser...
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[°C] housing 70 °C compact: F12 housing T12 housing 62 °C compact: F23 housing [°C] max. process connection temperature L00-FMP43xxx-05-00-00-en-002 Storage temperature -20 °C to +80 °C (-4 °F to +176 °F) Climate class DIN EN 60068-2-38 (test Z/AD) Endress+Hauser...
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The measured value can be affected by strong electromagnetic fields when installing rod and rope probes without a shielding/metallic wall, e.g. plastic, and in wooden silos. • Interference emission to EN 61326 - x series, electrical equipment Class A. • Interference Immunity: the measured value can be affected by strong electromagnetic fields. Endress+Hauser...
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• ASME B 16.5a - 1998 Tab. 2-2.2 F316 • ASME B 16.5a - 1998 Tab. 2.3.8 N10276 • JIS B 2220 See chapter "Dimensions" from → ä 13. Materials in contact with process ε r ≥ 1.6 Dielectric constant Endress+Hauser...
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See "Ordering structure" on → ä 8. Process connection See "Ordering structure" on → ä 8. Probe Note! The modular structure of the probe makes a simple possible exchanges of the process seals, the probe rod and the process coupling ring. Endress+Hauser...
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The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. These are listed in the corresponding EC Declaration of Conformity together with the standards applied. Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the instrument by affixing to it the CE mark. Certificates The instruments are certified for use in hazardous areas.
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The gap-free connections can be cleaned without residue using the usual cleaning methods. Many versions of Levelflex M meet the requirements of the 3A-Sanitary Standard No. 74. Endress+Hauser confirms this compliance by affixing the 3A symbol. Pharma (CoC) Certificate of Compliance (CoC) •...
The dielectric constant (DK) of the medium has a direct impact on the degree of reflection of the high-frequency pulses. In the case of large DK values, such as for water or ammonia, there is strong pulse reflection while, with low DK values, such as for hydrocarbons, weak pulse reflection is experienced. Endress+Hauser...
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375 L00-FMxxxxxx-14-00-06-en-008 If the HART communication resistor is not integrated into the supply unit and communication is to be performed via the HART protocol, it is necessary to integrate a ≥ 250 Ω communication resistor into the 2-wire line. Endress+Hauser...
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• With a personal computer, FXA291 and ToF Adapter FXA291 (USB) and the operating software "FieldCare". The FieldCare is a graphical operating software for instruments from Endress+Hauser (radar, ultrasonic, guided micro-pulse). It assists with commissioning, data backup, signal analysis and documentation of the measuring point.
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Levelflex M FMP43 with HART/4...20 mA Appendix Endress+Hauser...
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Appendix Levelflex M FMP43 with HART/4...20 mA Endress+Hauser...
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Levelflex M FMP43 with HART/4...20 mA Index Endress+Hauser...
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Erklärung zur Kontamination und Reinigung Please reference the Return Authorization Number (RA#), obtained from Endress+Hauser, on all paperwork and mark the RA# clearly on the outside of the box. If this procedure is not followed, it may result in the refusal of the package at our facility.