Page 1 Title TE C H N I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N FLOWSIC600 Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meter Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meter for Custody Transfer and Process Applications MEPAFLOW600 CBM and Firmware V3.6.xx...
Page 2 (~ Federal Metrology Office in Germany) Reg. # Register number Remote Terminal Unit Signal Noise Ratio Signal Processing Unit Technical Information Verband der Elektrotechnik Elektronik Infor- mationstechnik (~ Association of German Electrical Engineers) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 3 Information about the use in potentially explosive atmospheres Important technical information for this product Important information on electric or electronic functions Supplementary information Link to information at another place FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
FLOWSIC600 2plex (4 + 1 CBM Design)........
Page 5 Mounting the FLOWSIC600 in the piping ........
Page 6 Connecting the FLOWSIC600 to a PC or laptop ....... .
Page 9: Important Information
General safety instructions and protective measures Dangers due to hot, corrosive and explosive gases and high pressure Dangers due to heavy loads Environmental information and instructions for disposal FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 10: About This Document
About this document 1. 1 This manual describes the FLOWSIC600 measuring system, which is used to determine the volumetric flow rate, volume and speed of sound in gases transported in pipelines. It provides general information on the measuring method employed, design and function of the entire system and its components, on planning, assembly, installation, calibration com- missioning, maintenance and troubleshooting.
Page 11: Safety Instructions
● Do not expose the equipment to mechanical stress, such as pigging. ● The flooding of the FLOWSIC600 with any liquid (e.g. for pressure or leakage tests) is deemed improper use. The consequences of such actions can not be foreseen or estimated.
Page 12: General Safety Instructions And Protective Measures
Read this section and the notes and warnings in the individual sections of this manual carefully and observe the instructions contained therein when carrying out any work on the FLOWSIC600 measuring system.
Page 13: Dangers Due To Heavy Loads
Important Information Dangers due to heavy loads 1 . 7 The FLOWSIC600 measuring system must be safely attached to the carrying structure when being transported and installed. WARNING: ● Only use lifting gear and equipment (e.g. lifting straps) which is suitable for the weight to be lifted.
Page 15: Product Description
Features and applications System components Measuring principle Path failure compensation Output configurations Operating states, meter states and signal output Self-diagnosis with user warnings Data handling in the FLOWSIC600 MEPAFLOW600 CBM FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 16: Features And Applications
Features and applications 2. 1 System features The FLOWSIC600 measuring system is a compact gas meter used for ultrasonic volumetric gas flow measurement. It is available in several different path configurations. Some configurations have a redun- dant measuring system which includes a second Signal Processing Unit (SPU) to allow for independent measurements on the secondary paths (...
Page 17: Flowsic600 1-Path, Flowsic600 2-Path, Flowsic600 4-Path
Product Description Applications The FLOWSIC600 is ideally suited for a wide range of custody transfer and process measurement applications; ● Production, transportation and distribution of natural gas, ● Company-internal metering and billing, ● Power stations and other gas-consuming installations, ● Chemical and petrochemical industries, ●...
Page 18: Flowsic600 Quatro
As an 8-path meter, the FLOWSIC600 Quatro can be used at flow test laboratories (see outline drawings  pg. 261, Figure 126).
Page 19: System Components
Standard meter bodies are available in carbon steel, low temperature carbon steel and stainless steel. The meter bodies can be delivered in several nominal sizes ( pg. 208, 9.1.4). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 20: Ultrasonic Transducers
The electronics are mounted in the SPU enclosure certified to EN / IEC 60079-1 with protection type "d" (flameproof enclosure). The transducer circuits are of an intrinsically safe design ("ia", with Equipment Protection Level Ga). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 21: Measuring Principle
Measuring principle 2 . 3 The FLOWSIC600 operates by measuring the propagation delay of an ultrasonic pulse. The standard 4-path meter is equipped with four pairs of identical ultrasonic transducers. The transducer pairs are integrated in a meter body and arranged opposite one another at a defined angle to the flow axis, thereby forming a direct measuring path (...
Page 22: Determining The Gas Velocity
2.3.1 Measuring cycle In the operating status "Measurement", the FLOWSIC600 determines the gas velocity on each path 10 times per second. One measuring cycle consists of a velocity measurement per path, the integration of the operating volume, several internal procedures and the update of the measured value output channels.
Page 23 If the diameter of the meter is not the same as the diameter of the pipe, then VA is calcu- lated as follows: Flow velocity :Pipe diameter pipe (Reg. #7119) · Uncorrected 0.25 Pi + D • • 3600 pipe volume flow rate  pg. 24, 2.3.2 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 24: Calculating The Volumetric Flow Rate
K are nominal size-dependent constants which were determined by the manufacturer and which are related to a particular FLOWSIC600. Correcting the impact of pressure and temperature on the geometry of the meter body The geometry parameters of the meter body are based on ambient temperature of 20 °C and 1 bar(a) and have been optimized to minimize deviations due to the influence of pressure and temperature.
Page 25 The corresponding factor is then calculated as follows: AF = The result of the volumetric flow calculation is stored in register #7001 "VolumeFlow". For further details on correction functions  § 3 "Flow Calibration". FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 26: Calculating The Actual Volume
DN 300 (NPS 12) DN 350 (NPS 14) DN 400 (NPS 16) DN 450 (NPS 18) DN 500 (NPS 20) 1,000 DN 600 (NPS 24) NPS28 - NPS48 10,000 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 27: Determining The Speed Of Sound
This theoretical speed of sound and the measured speed of sound should be identical. The speed of sound thus provides an excellent diagnostic measure for system operation  pg. 169, 6.2.1. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 28: Path Failure Compensation
2. 4 NOTICE: Type approval A 4-path FLOWSIC600 is able to compensate for the failure of one or more paths using a static or an adaptive compensation routine as described below. Path failure may be caused by a received ultrasonic signal which is invalid, i.e.
Page 29 Because the path compensation procedure operates in a low (1 to 8 m/s or 3.28 to 26.24 ft/s) and a high (>8 m/s or >26.25 ft/s) gas velocity band separately, the FLOWSIC600 needs to measure 20 minutes within the low and 20 minutes within high velocity range.
Page 30 "Data invalid". The volume measured for that period is stored in separate error volume counters for each flow direction. This enables gas quantities transported to be determined despite an increased measurement uncertainty. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 31 (Reg. #7206 "PathCompAverWeight") to zero ( Figure 8). In this case, only the static compensation described above will be active. Figure 8 MEPAFLOW600 CBM, "Parameters" page, register #7206 (PathCompAverWeight) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 32: Output Configurations
2. 5 Hardware variants and signal outputs (I/O configuration) 2.5.1 The outputs of the FLOWSIC600 can be configured in several ways. Different output config- urations require different hardware variants of the electronic unit ( pg. 33, Table 3 and Table 4).
Page 33 X = Code for hardware variant and output configuration within the new internal Key Code. Y = Code for hardware variant within the Key Code ( pg. 207, Figure 97). Z = Code for output configuration. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 34 X = Code for hardware variant and output configuration within the new internal Key Code. Y = Code for hardware variant within the Key Code ( pg. 207, Figure 97). Z = Code for output configuration. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 35 ● The maximum possible frequency of the impulse output depends on R the cable length (cable capacitance). ● A higher frequency requires a lower R . For this case a low capacitance cable is recommended. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 36: Optional Integrated Electronic Volume Corrector (Evc)
Optional integrated Electronic Volume Corrector (EVC) 2.5.2 The FLOWSIC600 (firmware V3.4.00 or higher) can be ordered with an integrated electronic volume corrector (EVC). On request and for extra charge, the EVC feature can be activated in the field. Please contact your local representative.
Page 37: Operating Modes, Meter States And Signal Output
If the meter is in Configuration Mode and there have been no activities either on the LCD display or via MEPAFLOW600 CBM for more than 15 minutes, the meter automatically switches to Operation Mode. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 38: Meter States
Status: Measurement valid 2.6.2.1 The meter status "Measurement" is the standard meter status of the FLOWSIC600. Frequency outputs and current output are updated cyclically and indicate the actual volume and volume flow rate. In addition, the analog signal can indicate the actual flow rate, corrected volumetric flow rate, SOS (speed of sound) or VOG (velocity of gas).
Page 39: Output Of Pulse Signals And Status Information
"Data invalid". The frequency to be output in this case can be configured (0-6 kHz) in Reg. #3034 "ErrorFreq". ** Default setting on delivery. *** Optional setting on customer request. The default setting for "Check request", "Configuration" and "Data invalid" is "normally closed". FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 40 ● "I" for Information ● "W" for Warning ● "E" for Error After acknowledging all new entries, the letter stops flashing. For details see  pg. 176, 6.4.1. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 41: Self-Diagnosis With User Warnings
Figure 11 Button "User" in the MEPAFLOW600 CBM main system bar, "User Warnings" window Opens the "User Warnings" window System warnings  Table 8 Path warnings  Table 9 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 42 The default value for these warning parameters can only be applied for a fully developed and symmetrical flow profile e.g. with a flow conditioner. The values should be adapted to the specific application FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 43 These User Warning limits are only monitored, as long as certain preconditions are met. The VOG must be above the value set in "Min. VOG for warnings" and the SOS must be relatively stable (change in %/s must be below the value set in "SOS profile rising"). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 44 The SOS deviation warning only takes effect if the the SOS gradient between SOS profile rising 0%/s all paths is below the limit specified in the parameter "SOS profilerising". FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 45: Data Handling In The Flowsic600
Product Description Data handling in the FLOWSIC600 2 . 8 Integrated volume counters 2.8.1 The FLOWSIC600 is equipped with integrated volume counters which can be displayed both on the LCD display and in MEPAFLOW600 CBM. Integrated volume counters Volume counter Abbreviation...
Page 46: Logbooks
"Data invalid" is activated. The measured values are now counted in the error volume counter. If the FLOWSIC600 is not configured as a custody meter, all logbooks are per default con- figured to be overflowing. This means the index number continues increasing, and after the logbook has reached its maximum number of entries, each new entry overwrites the oldest entry.
Page 47 Product Description Logbook entries In MEPAFLOW600 CBM Logbook entries on the FLOWSIC600 can be downloaded, viewed, saved and exported with the MEPAFLOW600 CBM software. The "Meter logbook" page provides information on the number of registered events and the remaining memory space. See  pg. 176, 6.4.1 on handling the logbooks with MEPAFLOW600 CBM.
Page 48: Datalogs
DataLogs 2.8.3 For firmware version 3.4.03 and higher, the FLOWSIC600 provides two DataLogs (Hourly Log and Daily Log). They save averaged measured values and are stored in the SPU‘s non- volatile memory (FRAM). All data can be downloaded and exported to Excel files with MEPAFLOW600 CBM (...
Page 49 Hourly Log and Daily Log can be configured to store one of the following type of dataset: ● Diagnostic Values ( Table 11) ● Volume Counters ( Table 12) ● Standard Volume Counters ( Table 13) ● Mass Flow Counters ( Table 14) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 50 ● The "Flow time" value shows, the percentage of storage cycle time the flow was above Vmin and in the flow direction specified for the DataLog. ● The values for "Averaged performance" are flow-weighted. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 51 ● The "Flow time" value shows, the percentage of storage cycle time the flow was above Vmin and in the flow direction specified for the DataLog. ● The values for all diagnostic information (see above) are flow-weighted. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 52 If this dataset is necessary for a bidirectional application, it is recom- mended that it be used for the Hourly log and Daily Log, and configured accordingly. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 53: Diagnostics Comparison Log
The values are stored in the gas velocity classes 1 to 5, depending on the gas velocity. Figure 13 Diagnostics Comparison Log 1 This feature may be deactivated. Please contact your SICK representative. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 54 Diagnostics Comparison limit values. These limits can be acti- vated and configured in the User Warnings window ( pg. 161, 5.7.3.4). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 55: Mepaflow600 Cbm
MEPAFLOW600 CBM software provides a more user friendly access to diagnostic, configuration and measurement data of the flow meter. The procedure for connecting the FLOWSIC600 to a PC or laptop and the procedure of establishing a connection between FLOWSIC600 and MEPAFLOW600 CBM is described on ...
Page 56: Overview
2.9.2 The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software supplies a menu-based user interface with many features for the diagnosis of the FLOWSIC600 system. It allows the access to all system parameters, displays diagnostic information in charts and graphs, generates reports (i.e. Maintenance reports) and data files (records, logs) which can be exported and can be used for data analysis.
Page 57 Overview, access and management of all reports stored in the meter database. The Report manager report manager enables the creation of Trend reports from saved records and maintenance reports. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 58: Meter Database
A session entry is saved to the meter database at the end of the session only if any relevant events (changes or actions) took place during the session. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 59 Firmware updates (see Service Manual) are documented. Event entries contain the event type, the name of the event (relevant for records, reports and parameter changes), a time stamp and a description of the event. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 60 Product Description Figure 15 "Meter explorer" with meter entries, session entries and event entries; one session is opened Event entry in opened session Meter entries, selected meter is marked FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 61: Data Recording With Mepaflow600 Cbm
Figure 17 Data recorder with details Playback Setup and start recording Export record to file List of all records available for playback and export FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 62 Export The recorded data can be exported to an Excel file (.xls) for further processing. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 63: Flow Calibration
Flow Calibration FLOWSIC600 Flow Calibration Short Guide to flow calibration General notes Preparation Adjustment of the FLOWSIC600 Sealing Flow recalibration FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 64: Short Guide To Flow Calibration
 Install the flow meter on the flow test facility ( pg. 76, 3.3.2).  Connect up the FLOWSIC600 (power supply cable, pulse outputs and RS485 MODBUS connections  pg. 77, 3.3.3).  Remove the front cap and switch Parameter write lock to the unlock position ( pg. 78, 3.3.5).
Page 65  Create and print out a parameter report. If the Calibration wizard was used, print out the calibration report. Sealing  Carry out the sealing ( pg. 92, 3.5 and  pg. 252, 9.9). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 66: General Notes
Flow Calibration General notes 3. 2 The FLOWSIC600 can be calibrated at a certified flow test stand (certified calibration facility), at ambient or high pressure, to reduce the measurement uncertainty and to reference it to the national standards. The FLOWSIC600 offers three different adjustment methods, i.e. to calculate the adjust factor (also sometimes called "meter factor"):...
Page 67: Recommended Test Flow Rates
Measuring range (turn down) No.9 2004/22/EC 1:50 1:20 1:30 1:50 All ranges All ranges 2.5% Qmin 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% % values in table relate to Q FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 68: Operating Pressure Ranges
Procedures, Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meter FLOWSIC600" (see product CD, document number: E_18475). For a further increase in the measuring accuracy, the FLOWSIC600 provides Reynolds- number and velocity-related impact correction routines. These parameters, dependent on nominal size, are determined prior to the verification procedure and set as constants by the manufacturer.
Page 69 Flow Calibration After calibration and adjustment, the FLOWSIC600 must be set to one of the following operating pressure ranges by setting the "Pressure(fixed)" parameter (Reg. #7041  pg. 81, Figure 28). Rated pressure range Pressure(fixed) e, min e, max 1 bar(a) (14.5 psi)
Page 70 Then the pressure parameters in the meter must be configured as follows (in the exact order given):  Connect to the FLOWSIC600 with MEPAFLOW600 CBM ( pg. 77, 3.3.4)  Open the "Parameters" page (select Meter / Parameters)  Switch the meter to Configuration Mode (select File / Configuration Mode) ...
Page 71: Adjustment Methods
The new adjust factor is calculated as follows: AF = The actual weighting of the error at higher flow rates may be different based on recommendations, or national regulations and/or type approvals. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 72 AF = FWME The error curve "Dev.as found" shows the deviation of the tested meter (FLOWSIC600) relative to the test stand (Reference meter(s)) without any correction of the FLOWSIC600 output behavior ( Figure 19). The error curve "Dev. as left" shows the deviation of the FLOWSIC600 after correction with the Adjust factor.
Page 73 Q +a 6 test flow rates (Q) = a 5 test flow rates For adjustment with polynomial the above given minimum number of test flow rates must be determined. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 74 The meter will indicated an "Adjust range error" (see "Meter status" window). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 75: Preparation
Identification and visual check 3.3.1 The FLOWSIC600 is delivered in a pre-assembled condition in a sturdy package. When unpacking the device, check for possible damage in transit. Pay particular attention to the interior of the meter body, any visible transducer components and the sealing surfaces on the flanges.
Page 76: Mechanical Installation On The Flow Test Stand
Detailed information about the installation in the pipeline and about necessary inlet and outlet pipes see  pg. 98, 4.2 and  pg. 101, 4.3. The FLOWSIC600 can be calibrated without the inlet/outlet section used at the customer site. A PTB flow conditioner, which may be used at the customer site, has no influence on the measuring accuracy and the calibration result.
Page 77: Electrical Connection
Flow Calibration Electrical connection 3.3.3 After having removed the rear cover, the FLOWSIC600 must be connected electrically as shown in the Figure below. The default configuration is indicated in the terminal assignment plan inside the rear cover of the housing...
Page 78: Parameter Write Lock
Flow Calibration Parameter write lock 3.3.5 To calibrate the FLOWSIC600, the Parameter write lock has to be in the UNLOCKED position. Check the setting of the Parameter write lock:  Click the "System" button in the MEPAFLOW600 CBM main system bar (top right cor- ner).
Page 79: Identification Of Key Data In The Meter Configuration
These parameters can be edited in the "Meter calibration" wizard ( Figure 28).  Open the "Meter calibration" wizard in MEPAFLOW600 CBM (select Tools / Meter calibration).  Enter p and T in the corresponding fields. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 80: Functional Check Before Flow Calibration
If a special low frequency pulse rate is required, an alternative meter factor may be specified which is then used during the air test only (Reg. #7060 "MeterFactorLF"). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 81 Flow Calibration Figure 28 "Meter Calibration" wizard in MEPAFLOW600 CBM FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 82 "Path Diagnosis" wizard in MEPAFLOW600 CBM If the zero phase values do not meet the aforementioned criteria, the zero phase needs to be adjusted according to Section  3.3.8.3. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 83  Check that the measured SOS values are almost the same at all paths of the FLOWSIC600, and that they differ by less then 0.1% ( Figure 31),  Switch between display of absolute and difference SOS by clicking the right mouse button on the SOS graph and using the context-menu).
Page 84 ( Figure 30). Figure 32 "Path Diagnosis" page in MEPAFLOW600 CBM Diagnosis paths Green zero phase cursor Zero phase parameter FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 85 – Zero phase - 3.14 rad (=- ): Shifts about half a period to the left   After having adjusted the zero phase, check the SOS again ( pg. 80, 3.3.8). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 86: Data Record During Flow Calibration (Optional)
( Figure 35). The data recorder indicates record count, remaining countdown time, and end time. Figure 35 Data recording  When the recording is finished, the next recording can be made, or recording stopped.  Repeat for all records required. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 87 Meter explorer with stored calibration point records After collecting data for all calibration points, the test results will be entered into the meter to adjust the meter‘s output. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 88: Adjustment Of The Flowsic600
Determining adjust factors with the "Meter calibration" wizard 3.4.1  Connect to the FLOWSIC600 with MEPAFLOW600 CBM ( pg. 125, 5.3)  Check performance, pressure, temperature and meter factor ( pg. 75, 3.3ff)  Open the "Meter calibration" wizard (select Tools / Meter calibration) ( Figure 37) ...
Page 89 ● Only positive flows have to be entered, i.e. the reverse flow data points are not negative flows!  Select the Adjustment method you want to apply.  Click "Next". FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 90 Weighted Mean Error) and the adjust factor (or polynomial coefficients).  Use the tabs to change between the table for forward and reverse flow.  Click "Show curves" to display the calibration curves.  Click "Next". FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 91 0.1% of the reference value. Verification for adjustment method "Constant factor":  Verify at one test flow rate Verification for adjustment method "Polynomial" or "Piece wise" :  Verify at two test flow rates FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 92: Sealing
 Seal all transducer cover caps with at least two stickers.  Attach the conformity label to the main type plate on the SPU ( pg. 256, Figure 120). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 93: Flow Recalibration
To recalibrate the FLOWSIC600 at a flow test facility, apply the procedure as described in Section  pg. 75, 3.3 and  pg. 88, 3.4 by using the "Meter calibration" wizard in MEPAFLOW600 CBM.
Page 95: Installation
Installation FLOWSIC600 Installation General notes Installation Mechanical installation Electrical installation FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 96: General Notes
Delivery 4.1.1 The FLOWSIC600 is delivered in a pre-assembled condition in a sturdy package. When unpacking the device, check for possible damage in transit. Pay particular attention to the interior of the meter body, any visible transducer components and the sealing surfaces on the flanges.
Page 97: Transport And Storage
Max. load information can be found on the type plate of the lifting gear. It is strongly recommended to use only the eye bolts when lifting the meter by itself. To lift the FLOWSIC600 please pay attention to Figure 44. During FLOWSIC600 transport and storage operations, make sure that: ...
Page 98: Installation
4.2.1 General requirements: ● The FLOWSIC600 can be installed in customary straight inlet and outlet pipes. The adjacent pipes must have the same nominal size as the meter body. The internal diameter can be obtained from the table (  pg. 216, Table 29) based on the flange rating and the Standard.
Page 99: Installation Configurations
10 DN 1.5 .. 5 DN Configuration 1 5 DN 3 DN min. 2 DN min. 3 DN 1.5 .. 5 DN Configuration 2 Flow conditioner Temperature measuring port FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 100 Two straight pipes are to be installed in the inlet and outlet sections if the meter is to be used bidirectionally. The temperature measuring point is to be located downstream of the FLOWSIC600, seen in the direction of predominant use. The temperature measuring point must not be installed more than 8 DN from the meter.
Page 101: Mechanical Installation
Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC. ● Installation staff must be familiar with the directives and standards applicable for pipeline construction. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 102: Mounting The Flowsic600 In The Piping
An arrow on the meter body indicates the main direction of flow. It is recommended to install the FLOWSIC600 as indicated by this arrow if the meter is to be used for unidirectional flow applications. If the meter is to be used in the bidirectional mode, the arrow indicates the positive direction of flow.
Page 103: Spu Alignment
Loosen the hexagon Position the SPU Tighten the hexagon socket head screw socket head screw NOTICE: Do not forget to tighten the hexagon socket head screw after positioning the SPU. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 104: Electrical Installation
Wiring work (routing and connecting the power supply and signal cables), which is necessary when installing the FLOWSIC600, is not included in the scope of delivery. The mechanical installation described in Section  4.3 must be completed first. Comply with the minimum cable specification requirements set out in Section ...
Page 105 (Ex i isolating transformer only level control system required for intrinsically safe 12 ... 24 V DC installation) Safe area Hazardous area classified Zone 1 or Zone 2 FLOWSIC600 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 106: Cable Specifications
6 ... 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) Fixing range of the cable glands NOTICE: Only the lower fault current may be used with an internally fed analog output and use of HART communication. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 107: Checking The Cable Loops
NOTICE: Incorrect cabling may cause failure of the FLOWSIC600. This will invalidate warranty claims. The manufacturer assumes no liability for consequential damage. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 108: Terminal Enclosure On The Spu
4 x 2 x 0.5 mm for signal inputs and outputs (Li2YCY [TP] or equivalent) HSK M type cable glands M 20 x 1.5 (EU) or ½ in NPT (North America) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 109 Begin and end of the Modbus lines must be terminated. ● Terminal 81/82: Always terminated ● Terminal 33/34: Switchable, terminated ex factory For detailed information, see Service Manual FLOWSIC600, Section 4.4 "Serial interface RS485". FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 110: Operating The Flowsic600 In Non-Hazardous Areas
"Direction of flow" (default) (alternative "Warning") Baud rate to be Alternative assignment with 9600 Baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit set through second serial port (RS485) software FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 111: Requirements For Use In Hazardous Areas With Potentially Explosive
4.4.6 atmospheres Intended use The FLOWSIC600 is suitable for use in hazardous areas classified as Zone 1 and Zone 2. Certification in accordance with ATEX II 1/2 G Ex de ib [ia] IIC T4 II 1/2 G Ex de ib [ia] IIA T4 Permitted ambient temperature range -40°C to +60°C...
Page 112 The ambient temperature must be within the range specified at the SPU type plate, e.g -40°C to +60°C. Once the FLOWSIC600 is installed in the pipeline, the meter body becomes a part of the pipeline. The wall of the pipeline and the meter body is then deemed a zone-separating barrier.
Page 113 Additional requirements for operation of ultrasonic transducer in Zone 0 classified areas The FLOWSIC600 is marked with a minimum rating of II 1/2 G Ex [ia] or Gb/Ga Ex [ia Ga]. Operation of ultrasonic sensors in Zone 0 The ultrasonic transducers are suitable for operation in Zone 0 at atmospheric conditions, i.e.
Page 114 – The meter body and the electronic housing must be connected to the potential equalization. – Where the FLOWSIC600 is installed in a grounded metal duct, no additional grounding is required for the meter body. The electronics housing must nevertheless be separately grounded.
Page 115 Installation Connection of the FLOWSIC600 with associated equipment The terminal compartment of the FLOWSIC600 complies with the requirements of EN/ IEC60079-7 and  EN/IEC 60079-11, respectively. The FLOWSIC600 provides non-intrinsically safe wiring as well as intrinsically safe wiring with the interconnected associated equipment in the following manner:...
Page 116 Terminal assignment The terminal assignment in the SPU terminal box (see  pg. 109, Figure 51) is the same as for the installation of the FLOWSIC600 in non-hazardous areas (see table  pg. 110, 4.4.5). NOTICE: For measurement reasons, the equipotential bonding must, as far as possible, be identical to the pipeline potential or protective ground/earth.
Page 117  Use appropriate caution when performing maintenance and cleaning work. For example, the surfaces should only be cleaned with a damp cloth.  A warning sign fitted at the factory identifies this type of device: FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 118 = 20.6 mH = 15.5 mH = 6.7 mH WARNING: = 235 V: For intrinsically safe installation, maximum voltage in the non- hazardous area must not exceed 253 V FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 119 = 20.6 mH = 15.5 mH = 6.7 mH WARNING: = 235 V: For intrinsically safe installation, maximum voltage in the non- hazardous area must not exceed 253 V FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 121: Commissioning
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 to a PC or laptop Connecting to the FLOWSIC600 with MEPAFLOW600 CBM Identification Field setup Function test Optional advanced setup Activation of path compensation Sealing Documentation FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 122: General Notes
FLOWSIC600 shipping on paper and on the product CD. The FLOWSIC600 is ’wet’ or ’dry’ calibrated when delivered to the end user. The ’dry’ cali- bration consists of the 3-D measurement of the meter body, zero-flow and speed of sound test, and other system specific inspections/tests which belong to the manufacturing and quality assurance process.
Page 123: Connecting The Flowsic600 To A Pc Or Laptop
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 via RS485 / RS232 cable 5.2.1 Interface sets for the connection of the FLOWSIC600 with a PC via serial or USB-interface can be ordered from SICK. See  pg. 124, Table 17. The FLOWSIC600 serial interface conforms with the RS485 standard. An RS485 /RS232 cable and a 1:1 interface cable (pin 2 –...
Page 124: Connecting The Flowsic600 Via Rs485/Usb Converter
USB converter is necessary to transform the signal for the RS485 device interface. The USB converter available through SICK contains a CD-ROM with a software driver which must be installed before an online connection between the FLOWSIC600 and the MEPAFLOW600 CBM software can be established.
Page 125: Connecting To The Flowsic600 With Mepaflow600 Cbm
5.3.1 The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software is provided on the product CD shipped with the meter. It can also be downloaded from www.flowsic600.com. See  pg. 55, 2.9.1 for more details on the installation.  After successful installation, start the MEPAFLOW600 CBM by selecting the "MEPAFLOW600 CBM"...
Page 126: Creating A New Meter Entry In The Meter Database
( pg. 58, 2.9.3).  Open the "Connect / Disconnect" page (Figure 56).  Click "New". Then follow the instructions on screen. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 127: Online Connection: Direct Serial
The parameters shown in the "Connection Settings" window in  Figure 57 are the default values with which the FLOWSIC600 RS485 interface is configured. The serial COM port must be individually selected. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 128  After the connection has been established, MEPAFLOW600 CBM displays the start page (can be specified in the Program settings) and the current readings from the meter. Figure 58 Adding new meter to database FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 129: Online Connection: Ethernet
Commissioning Online connection: Ethernet 5.3.5 The FLOWSIC600 can be connected to a network via Ethernet with an adapter. This adapter translates the meter MODBUS communication (ASCII or RTU) to MODBUS TCP. MEPAFLOW600 CBM supports the MODBUS TCP protocol. Requirements ● The Ethernet connection requires firmware V3.3.05 or higher. It provides the required generic MODBUS protocol on the interface for the MODBUS TCP adapter.
Page 130 IP addresses found. Table 18 Interface sets for the connection of the FLOWSIC600 to a network Description Part Number MODBUS TCP to MODBUS ASCII/RTU Converter 6044004 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 131: Identification
( Figure 60) with the data in the check reports of the MDR or, when the meter has been calibrated, with the calibration and parameter report. Figure 60 "Meter Information" page "Identification" section FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 132 Firmware 5.4.1.1 The FLOWSIC600 firmware is stored on a non-volatile memory (FLASH PROM). The pro- gram code for the signal processor and system micro-controller are identified by a version number (Reg. #5002 "FirmwareVersion") and a check sum (Reg. #5005 "ProgramCRC") and can be verified as mentioned above.
Page 133: Field Setup
The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software "Field setup" wizard guides the user through the param- eter configuration during the commissioning of the FLOWSIC600. The wizard consists of 8 pages. For checking the configuration of the SPU outputs refer to the "Instrument Data Sheet"...
Page 134: Location Information And Unit System (Field Setup
5.5.1 This data helps to identify the meter in the MEPAFLOW600 CBM meter database. Figure 62 Field setup wizard page 1 of 8: Location information Start field setup FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 135: Application Data (Field Setup
(in relation to the conditions during the dry calibration / wet calibration). These values are also used when the FLOWSIC600 operates with the integrated volume corrector using constant temperature and pressure correction of the volume.
Page 136: Integrated Electronic Volume Corrector (Evc) (Field Setup
In the field setup only the necessary EVC parameters for the GERG88 correction algorithm are available. Figure 64 Field setup page 3 of 8: Integrated electronic volume corrector FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 137: I / O Configuration - Output Configuration (Field Setup
The output configuration has to be set based on the information provided in the Instrument Data Sheet. Figure 65 Field setup page 4 of 8: I / O configuration FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 138: I / O Configuration - Terminal Assignment (Field Setup
(when displayed). For the pulse output, use the built in Meter Factor calculator. Figure 66 Field setup page 5 of 8: I / O configuration - Terminal assignment, tab for terminals 31/32 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 139 For assistance in calculating the meter factor, use the integrated "Meter factor calculator" ( Figure 67).  Click the button "Meter factor calculator" (  Figure 66). Figure 67 Meter factor calculator FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 140 Output configured as warning output Analog output To adapt the FLOWSIC600 to the different application conditions the analog output has to be configured. The adjustment of the analog output requires the change of various param- eters. The output current I is calculated as follows: Q AORangeLow...
Page 141: Lcd Display Setup (Field Setup
 Choose from the dropdown menu, what measurands and readings are to be displayed on the two page standard display. Figure 69 Field setup page 6 of 8: LCD display setup with dropdown menu FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 142 9 digits in the "high" digit register. The LCD displays only the"low" bits of the total volume counters. See  pg. 221, 9.3 for more information on the LCD display. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 143: Configuration Update (Field Setup
 Before creating the final maintenance report according to Section  5.5.8, activate the path compensation according to  pg. 164, 5.8. Figure 70 Field setup page 7 of 8: Configuration update FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 144: Maintenance Report (Field Setup
MEPAFLOW600 CBM meter database. It is accessible via the "Meter explorer" and the "Report manager". The Maintenance report can also be exported to Excel using the direct link provided when the Maintenance report is displayed. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 145: Disconnecting From The Meter And Closing The Session
 Go to "Connect / Disconnect" page (select "File / Connect/Disconnect" from menu).  Click "Disconnect". The "Session description" window opens.  Describe the activities carried out during the session (e.g. "Field Setup").  Click OK. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 146: Function Test
30 seconds after the power supply is switched on. If the yellow LED flashes, the FLOWSIC600 works in the operation state ’’Check request’’ with an insignificantly reduced accuracy (e.g. if one path fails). If the yellow LED lights up permanently, the measurement is invalid. In this case, the error must be diagnosed (see Chapter 8 of this Manual).
Page 147: Function Test With Mepaflow600 Cbm
Main system "System" Button If the zero phase values do not meet the aforementioned criteria, the zero phase needs to be adjusted according to  pg. 84, 3.3.8.3. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 148 Signal window displaying ultrasonic signal in the "Path Diagnosis" page  Go to the "Meter values" page to check that the measured SOS values are almost the same at all paths of the FLOWSIC600, and that they differ by less then 0.1% ( Figure 74).
Page 149: Optional Advanced Setup
All User Warning parameters - except for the parameter ‘Min. VOG for warnings" - can be configured in the User Access Level "Operator" and without switching the meter to the Configuration Mode. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 150 Commissioning Figure 75 Button "User" in the main system bar, "User Warnings" assistant with "Status" and "Configuration" tab "User" Button "Configuration" tab "Status" tab FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 151 Symmetry changes within the operating range (VOG between Qmin and Qmax).  From these observations useful values can be concluded for "Symmetry valid value" and "Symmetry range". FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 152 User Warnings must be activated to become effective on the warning output. These user warning limits are only monitored, as long as certain preconditions are met (see  Table 22). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 153 Warning is generated. Caution: High flow velocities may also increase the difference in gain.  Considering the application conditions, the "AGC deviation" may be set to a lower value. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 154 SOS gradient between all paths is below the limit specified in the parameter "SOS profilerising".  If necessary, configure this parameter to suit the specific application. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 155: Configuration Of Datalogs
Using the DataLogs 5.7.2.1 Starting with firmware version 3.4.00, the FLOWSIC600 provides two DataLogs (Hourly Log and Daily Log). They save averaged measured values and are stored in the SPU‘s non- volatile memory (FRAM). All data can be downloaded and exported to Excel files with MEPAFLOW600 CBM (...
Page 156 * Depending on location, the DataLogs for the specific FLOWSIC600 may be preconfigured to fit the requirements e.g. of API, MID or PTB. These settings may differ from the defaults described here. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 157  Switch the meter into Configuration Mode (choose "File / Configuration Mode" from the menu).  Set the parameter "Storage cycle" to "disabled" for any DataLog that should be disabled.  Click the "Write to meter" button. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 158  Switch the meter into Configuration Mode (choose "File / Configuration Mode" from the menu).  Click "Reset defaults". Defaults The default settings are described in  2.8.3.1 and  2.8.3.2. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 159: Configuring And Using The Diagnostics Comparison Log
(default is 5 minutes). ● The parameter DataLogClassStdev (Reg. #3050) sets the allowed standard deviation for the definition of the gas flow conditions as stable  2.8.3.8. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 160  If necessary, configure "Min. VOG for warnings" and "VOG limit" to fit the application range of your specific FLOWSIC600 on the configuration tab of the User Warnings window ( pg. 149, 5.7.1). ● Changes to the parameters "Min. VOG for warnings" or "VOG limit" will clear all data from the Diagnostics Comparison Log! ●...
Page 161  Click the "Write to meter" button. All Diagnostics Comparison limit parameters can be configured in the User Access Level "Authorized Operator" and without switching the meter to the Configuration Mode. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 162 (signal models, control limits).  We recommend to use the default value. User Warnings must be activated to become effective on the warning output. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 163 Commissioning Figure 77 "User Warnings" window with "Diagnostics Comparison limit" tab "User" Button FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 164: Activation Of Path Compensation
Activation of path compensation 5. 8 If the status bit "Path compensation valid" is "active", then the FLOWSIC600 is able to compensate a path failure (see also  pg. 28, 2.4). The meter automatically sets this bit to "active" after operating for about 20 minutes with error free measurement at all paths at a gas velocity between 1 to 8m/s (3.3 to 26.2 ft/s)
Page 165: Sealing
"FLOWSIC600 Commissioning Protocol" is content of the FLOWSIC600 shipping on paper and on the product CD.  File the completed Commissioning Protocol with the Manufacturer Data Record (MDR) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 167: Maintenance
Maintenance FLOWSIC600 Maintenance General Routine checks Maintenance report Optional data download Optional adaptation of the User Warnings FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 168: General
General 6. 1 The FLOWSIC600 does not contain mechanically moving parts. The meter body and ultra- sonic transducers are the only components that come into contact with the gaseous media. Titanium and high-quality stainless steel ensure that these components are resistant to corrosion, provided that the meter is installed and operated in accordance with the relevant specifications.
Page 169: Routine Checks
Routine checks 6 . 2 The information displayed on the front panel LCD display of the FLOWSIC600 meter can be checked to ensure that the system is functioning properly. The MEPAFLOW600 CBM soft- ware provides a more user friendly way for doing routine checks.
Page 170  If the SOS calculator was started from the Maintenance Report, the calculated value is automatically copied to the corresponding field in the wizard and to the report.  Compare the theoretical SOS with the SOS measured by the FLOWSIC600 (see Figure 80, main system bar).
Page 171: Checking The Meter Health
Checking the meter health 6.2.2 The FLOWSIC600 monitors its own meter health with User Warnings and system alarms. If the outputs are configured to indicate alarms and / or User Warnings, it is not necessary to manually check the meter health.
Page 172: Time Synchronization
Synchronization via MODBUS The date and the time of the FLOWSIC600 can be set separately by an external write. Each operation for date and time causes a separate entry in the Custody logbook [1]. Alternatively the synchronization function can be used. To use this method, the date (Reg.
Page 173: Battery Lifespan / Capacity
Battery lifespan / capacity 6.2.4 The Real Time Clock (RTC) of the FLOWSIC600 is buffered by a battery. The manufacturer states that the battery life span is at least ten years. The remaining battery capacity can be viewed on the LCD in the first menu level ( pg. 222, 9.3.2).
Page 174: Maintenance Report
 Choose "Favorites / Maintenance report" from the menu to open the Maintenance report wizard ( Figure 83).  Enter the information (Description, Technician) in the fields provided. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 175 "Meter explorer" and the "Report Manager". Maintenance reports can be exported to an Excel file. If Maintenance reports have been regularly collected, a Trend report can be created ( pg. 183, 6.4.4). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 176: Optional Data Download
The logbook entries are now downloaded to the MEPAFLOW600 CBM database. They can be viewed offline without connection to the meter or share them with others (export the device or the session). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 177  If the Parameter write lock was unlocked prior to clearing the meter logbook, follow all necessary procedures to bring the meter to back to its original state. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 178: Datalogs Check
DataLogs check 6.4.2 Starting with firmware version 3.4.00, the FLOWSIC600 provides two DataLogs (Hourly Log and Daily Log). They save averaged measured values and are stored in the SPU‘s non- volatile memory (FRAM). All data can be downloaded and exported to Excel files with MEPAFLOW600 CBM (...
Page 179 Downloading and exporting of DataLog data 6.4.2.1 To download and export the data from your FLOWSIC600, complete the following steps:  Use MEPAFLOW600 CBM to connect to the meter ( pg. 125, 5.3).  Go to the DataLogs page (choose "Meter / DataLogs" from the menu).
Page 180  Switch the meter into Configuration Mode (choose "File / Configuration Mode" from the menu).  Click the "Clear" button for the DataLogs from which you want to clear entries.  Switch the meter into Operation Mode. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 181: Diagnostics Comparison Report Check
 In the "Preview / Print options", enter your name and select the flow direction for which you want to view the report.  Click "Preview / Print".  In the print preview, either print the report or export it to a PDF file. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
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Page 183: Trend Report
 Click "Create trend report" or "Export raw data". The "Export raw data" command exports the average values of each record to an Excel file. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 184 3ULQW WLPH 3& KKPPVV 3DWK $% 3DWK $% 3DWK $% 3DWK $% 3DWK %$ 3DWK %$ 3DWK %$ 3DWK %$ 9HORFLW\ RI *DV 3DJH RI FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 185: Backup Of Mepaflow600 Cbm Meter Database
Maintenance Reports, the User Warnings Limits ( pg. 149, 5.7.1) and the Diagnostics Comparison Limits ( pg. 159, 5.7.3) can be further optimized. Please contact your local SICK representative if you need help with this. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 187: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting FLOWSIC600 Troubleshooting General troubleshooting Indication of meter states, system alarms and warnings Generation of diagnosis session Meter connection troubleshooting FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 188: General Troubleshooting
If the cause of the problem cannot be localized, it is recommended to use the MEPAFLOW600 CBM software to record the current parameter set and diagnosis values in a diagnosis session file ( pg. 198, 7.3) and send this to a local SICK representative. General troubleshooting 7.
Page 189: Checking The "Meter Status" Window
 Contact trained staff or your SICK representative. force the user to change  Trained staff: Change the battery according to the procedure described in the the battery. Service Manual FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 190 Main system bar with "System" button and opened "Meter Status" window Opens the "Meter Status" window Main system General "Meter Status" section "Logbooks" Indication if logbook(s) section contain(s) unacknowledged entries Battery change "DataLogs" section FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 191: Checking The "User Warnings" Window
 Check the window for yellow lights and proceed according to  pg. 192, Table 25 . Figure 91 Main system bar with button "User" and opened "User Warnings" window Opens the "User Warnings" window FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 192 (e.g. low supply) battery status of solar powered system). These User Warning limits are only monitored, as long as certain preconditions are met ( pg. 154, Table 22). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 193 These User Warning limits are only monitored, as long as certain preconditions are met ( pg. 154, Table 22). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 194 (e.g. disturbance caused by a valve that is not fully open). These User Warning limits are only monitored, as long as certain preconditions are met ( pg. 154, Table 22). FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 195: Checking The Diagnostic Meter Values
If any of the graphs or any of the icons in the main system bar are yellow or red, proceed with checking the "Meter Status" ( pg. 189, 7.2.1) and the "User Warnings" ( pg. 191, 7.2.2). Figure 92 "Meter values" page Main system bar FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 196 Trained staff: Clean the transducer(s) (see Service Manual, Chapter 7) Increased number of Additional noise Eliminate noise sources rejected measurements sources in all paths Gas velocity outside the measuring range FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 197: Battery Lifespan / Capacity
Battery lifespan / capacity 7.2.4 Because the FLOWSIC600 has no regular maintenance cycle, a user warning will be automatically generated if the remaining battery life is less than 15%. After 8.5 years, a warning is generated which forces the operator to change the battery. The battery may only be changed by trained staff.
Page 198: Generation Of A Diagnosis Session
Diagnosis session with all relevant data. The entire process usually takes about three minutes. If the logbooks contain a lot of entries, the process may take longer.  Email the Diagnosis session file to your SICK representative for support. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 199: Meter Connection Troubleshooting
If necessary, the RS485 ports can be assigned to a specific bus address (Reg. #5020 "DeviceBusaddress"). The service port always has the bus address "1". Figure 96 "Meter not found" dialog for the specification of wider search options. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 201: List Of Parts
List of Parts FLOWSIC600 List of Parts Tools and accessories Spare parts FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 202: Tools And Accessories
MEPA interface set RS485 / RS232, intrinsically safe 2033410 for DIN mounting rail (Type: STAHL 9185) MEPA interface set RS485 / USB Nientech (converter, cable, plug, software) 6030669 MODBUS TCP to MODBUS ASCII/RTU Converter 6044004 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 203: Spare Parts
2040389 Electronic block IIA/D A 200 kHz (analog board and shunt board) 2046354 Electronic block IIC/BCD A 200 kHz (analog board and shunt board) 2046353 Buffer battery 7048533 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 204 Tooth washer I10.5 (for transducer P14) 7045916 Spring washer B12 (for transducer P18) 7045991 Serrated lock washer I 8.2 5313705 Sealing cord for cap, 2.0-EPDM (yard ware) 5308767 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 205: Appendix
Connection diagrams for operating the FLOWSIC600 in hazardous areas in accordance with North American Guidelines (NEC, CEC) Wiring examples Reports created with MEPAFLOW600 CBM Sealing plan Outline drawings FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 206: Conformities And Technical Data
WELMEC compliance 9.1.3 The interfaces and the software of the FLOWSIC600 have been designed non-reactive in terms of the Eichordnung, Anlage 7 "Messgeräte für Gas" (calibration regulations, Annex 7 "Gas Meters") and the requirements of the WELMEC regulation 7.2, and documented completely in document "Interface description".
Page 207 Superduplex Superaustenit Aluminium Other material Connection for Extraction Tool ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER (Will be selected by SICK on the basis of the technical data ) SIGNAL PROCESSING UNIT Ex-proof-design None CSA Group D T4 CSA Group B, C, D T4 ATEX IIA T4, M20x1.5 ATEX IIC T4, M20x1.5...
Page 208: Technical Data
*When a configuration with flow conditioner is used, the velocity of gas must not exceed 40 m/s (131 ft/s) in the pipe. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 209 Class I, Division 1, Group D T4 Class I, Division 2, Group D T4 Ultrasonic transducer, intrinsically safe Electrical safety IP classification IP 65 / IP 66 / IP 67 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 210 For active current output: 15 ... 28.8 V DDC Power input ≤ 1 W General Scope of delivery The scope of delivery is dependent on the application and the customer specifications. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 211 G1600 2500 2880 (12") G2500 4000 1800 G4000 6500 1110 G4000 E 7800 DN 350 G1600 2500 2880 (14") G2500 4000 1800 G4000 6500 1110 G4000 E 7800 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 212 40000 DN 800 G10000 16000 (32") G16000 25000 G25000 40000 DN 850 G16000 25000 (34“) G25000 40000 G40000 65000 DN 900 G16000 25000 (36") G25000 40000 G40000 65000 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 213 Q are admissible provided that  0.05 Q ● Another meter factor is admissible if the frequency at the pulse output is selected <6 kHz for 1.2 Q FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 214: Characteristic Properties And Dimensions Of The Meter Body
Table 2-2.2 of Rating for Material Casting Gr.4A ASME B16.5 Group 16EO Duplex - 46 °C 1.4462/ASTM A182 Gr. Table 2-2.2 of Rating for Material Forging ASME B16.5 Group 16EO FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 215 Longitudinal section for nominal sizes up to 48"/DN 1200 * Dimension F must be specified by the customer, as it depends on the internal pipe diameter at the installation location.(see pg. 220, Table 30 or type-code) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 216 DIN 2637 320 12" cl. 150 ANSI B16.5 cl. 300 cl. 600 cl. 900 DN300 PN 16 DIN 2633 325 PN 63 DIN 2636 425 PN 100 DIN 2637 525 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 217 150 ASME 1950 1100 1027 B16.47 cl. 300 2225 1080 1035 cl. 600 2450 1100 1073 cl. 900 3000 1300 1150 1169 DN700 PN16 Data on request FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 218 150 Data on request cl. 300 cl. 600 cl. 900 PN 16 DN1100 46" cl. 150 Data on request cl. 300 cl. 600 cl. 900 DIN1150 PN 16 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 219 12100 1900 1711 1785 DN1200 PN 16 Data on request ● Weight indications are to be considered as guide values. ● Weight indications are estimated for carbon steel. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 220 DN 400 390.4 18" 441.4 434.9 428.7 419.1 409.5 DN 450 20" 489.0 482.6 477.8 466.8 455.6 DN 500 492.0 24" 590.6 581.1 574.6 560.4 547.7 DN 600 592.4 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 221: Operation And Menu Structure Of The Spu With Lcd Display
ENTER the error volume counters or edit any than 2 DATA pressed modifiable parameter (after unlocking the seconds longer than 2 Parameter write lock) seconds FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 222: Menu Structure On The Lcd Display
Reset err.count? the ENTER function to confirm erasure or the C/CE button to Cancel cancel the dialog. This event will be recorded with a time stamp in Logbook1. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 223 Event is logged in Logbook1. "Parameter change" menu with submenus for editing the FLOWSIC600 system configuration at commissioning and parameterization. Settings Parameters can only be changed in "Configuration" mode. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 224 The parameters pe_min and pe_max are calculated from the Pressure fix entered average working pressure 20.00 bar Turn the "Test" mode ON or OFF Testmode (1 bar) Airtest FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 225 Possible sources for analog output see Table 2 ( pg. 32, AO source 2.5.1) Flow Rate a.c. Volumetric flow rate at maximum current. AO Value at 20mA 1000 m3/h FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 226 Reset RS485/2? Submenu "LCD Display" with language parameter for the LCD Settings display. LCD Display Set parameter "Language" to Language - English English - German - French - Russian FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 227 Electr serialno. 00000000 Current system date Device date Dec 20 2007 Current system time Device time 09:10:00 Installed FRAM 1 and 2 Install. FRAM: 1: 64kb 2: 64kB FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 228 Conformity with the manufacturer settings can be checked by comparing this check sum with the original check sum. Unauthorized modification of these parameters may lead to failure of the device! FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 229 Use the ENTER function again to Acknowl. entry? acknowledge the entry and once Cancel more to confirm the dialog. Acknowledge all entries in the Logbook 1 chosen Logbook. Acknowledge all FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 230 21.30V "Parameters" menu. FLOWSIC600 Parameters Display of all parameters stored in the meter‘s Reg.: 3001 registers. Navigate through the list of registers 0000 with STEP or DATA. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 231: Display Of Measured Values
The default values to be displayed on the two line LCD can be assigned using MEPAFLOW600 CBM. The values can be assigned to the desired page and line of the standard display. The two display pages alternate every 5 seconds. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 232: Data Editing In Configuration Mode
2 * DATA Impulse factor Enter desired value x * DATA Impulse factor Confirm new value ENTER Impulse factor 110/m3 Return to standard display 3 x CE/C 34569870 m3 FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 233: Resetting The Error Volume Counters
INFORMATION 1030 LifeSpan Battery Since date and time of the FLOWSIC600 are invalid after switching the meter back on, they have to be set to valid values. We recommend to use the clock synchronization function of MEPAFLOW600 CBM (click the "Attention" Icon in the "Identification" box on the "Information"...
Page 234: Logbooks
E+PathComp. 0001 Failure during storage of path compensation Storage error 3007 parameter E+PathComp. 0001 Storage error E+System 0001 ClockTime inval. 3008 Meter clock time invalid E-System 0001 ClockTime inval. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 235 EVC hardware error W+EVC 0001 EVC module error I Power ON 0001 1001 Flow meter power ON dd/mm/yy mm:ss I Set Time 0001 1002 Meter clock adjusted dd/mm/yy mm:ss FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 236 DataLog 3 cleared Reset I+DataLog 1 0001 Overflow 1021 DataLog 1 overflow I-DataLog 1 0001 Overflow I+DataLog 2 0001 Overflow 1022 DataLog 2 overflow I-DataLog 2 0001 Overflow FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 237: Acknowledging A Logbook Entry On The Lcd Display
(display will stop flashing). Return to the list of logbook entries by Entry time pressing C/CE. 28/12/2007 12:13 It is recommended that MEPAFLOW600 CBM be used for the acknowledgment of logbook entries due to the user-friendly access it provides. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 238: Spu Terminal Assignment
P = 750mW U =5,88V Io=313mA Po=460mW C =43µF RS 485 U=10V I=275mA P=1420mW Lo=0,2mH For further details see user manual and EC Typ-Examination Certificate TÜV 01 ATEX 1766 X FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 239 For further details see user manual and Certificate TÜV 01 ATEX 1766 X resp. IECEx TUN 11.0001 X For CSA SPU Assignment  S. 243, »Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 4)« and following. FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 240: Connection Diagrams For Operating The Flowsic600 In Hazardous Areas In Accordance With North American Requirements (Nec, Cec)
Appendix Connection diagrams for operating the FLOWSIC600 in hazardous 9. 6 areas in accordance with North American Requirements (NEC, CEC) Figure 104 Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 1) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 241 Appendix Figure 105 Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 2) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 242 Appendix Figure 106 Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 3) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 243 Appendix Figure 107 Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 4) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 244 Appendix Figure 108 Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 5) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 245 Appendix Figure 109 Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 6) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 246: Wiring Examples
Appendix Wiring examples 9. 7 Intrinsically safe installation 9.7.1 Figure 110 FLOWSIC600 intrinsically safe installation FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 247: Non-Intrinsically Safe Installation
Appendix Non-intrinsically safe installation 9.7.2 Figure 111 FLOWSIC600 non-intrinsically safe installation FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 248: Reports Created With Mepaflow600 Cbm
2. QR DODUP RU ZDUQLQJ DFWLYH :DUQLQJ DFWLYH $ODUP DFWLYH 'LVDEOHG 2Q HQDEOHGDFWLYH 2II GLVDEOHGLQDFWLYH 7HVWHG %\ :LWQHVV 'DWH 0HSDIORZ &%0 3ULQWHG 3DJH FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 249 3DWK 3DWK 3DWK 3DWK 3DWK 3DWK 3UHVVXUH S>EDUD@ DQG 7>ƒ&@ 7HPSHUDWXUH 7LPH >VHF@ 0HSDIORZ &%0 3ULQWHG 3DJH FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 250: Custody Parameter Report
Appendix Custody Parameter Report 9.8.1 Figure 114 Custody parameter report created with MEPAFLOW600 CBM (example) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 251: Calibration Report
Appendix Calibration Report 9.8.2 Figure 115 Calibration report created with MEPAFLOW600 CBM (example) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 252: Sealing Plan
Appendix Sealing plan 9. 9 Figure 116 Sealing plan, part 1 (cast version) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 253 Appendix Figure 117 Sealing plan, part 2 (cast version) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 254 Appendix Figure 118 Sealing plan, part 3 (forged version) FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 255 Appendix Figure 119 Sealing plan, part 4 alternatively Safety hoop Cross pin screw M4 DIN404 Seal place for front- and back cover FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 256 Nominal Pipe Size mm/inch Year Gewicht Weight DN/NPS Einsatztemperaturbereich min/max Temperature Range min/max Weight 0062 Fluid Gr. Max. Betriebsüberdruck Max. Operating Overpressure Made in Germany Prüfüberdruck Test Overpressure FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 257: Outline Drawings
Appendix Outline drawings 9 . 10 Figure 122 Outline drawing FLOWSIC600 1-path FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 258 Appendix Figure 123 Outline drawing FLOWSIC600 2-path FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 259 Appendix Figure 124 Outline drawing FLOWSIC600 4-path FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 260 Appendix Figure 125 Outline drawing FLOWSIC600 2plex FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
Page 261 Appendix Figure 126 Outline drawing FLOWSIC600 Quatro FLOWSIC600 · Technical Information · 8010125 V 4.0 · © SICK AG...
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SICK FLOWSIC600 Technical Information

1 Important Information

2 Product Description

3 Flow Calibration

4 Installation

5 Commissioning

6 Maintenance

7 Troubleshooting

8 List of Parts

9 Appendix

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