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GUIDED MICROWAVE LEVEL MEASUREMENT upper dead zone set higher than the pre-programmed DIST= measured distance programmed measuring range of the applications LEV= level (H - DIST) VOL= volume calculated from DIST LEV) lower dead zone (measurement is not possible) 2 / 76 ♦ BKI16ATEX0018X ♦ htk4014a0600p_03...
5.4.5 Level measurement when more than one phase or layer in the tank..70 4.4 Power-on and start-up..................30 5.5 Troubleshooting....................72 4.5 Available user interfaces................30 5.6 Appendix 1 – Set-up parameters of MicroTREK H-400 series in Multicont 5. PROGRAMMING ..................31 controller....................... 75 5.1 Programming with PCSTAR 2 software............31 5.1.1 PCSTAR 2: installation and execution...........
Operating principle The MicroTREK 2-wire guided microwave level transmitter uses the TDR (Time Domain Reflectometry) principle. The instrument sends low power nanosecundum wide pulses along an electrically conductive rod, cable or coaxial probe with a known propagation speed (the speed of light). As the pulse reaches the surface of the ε...
3. TECHNICAL DATA ENERAL LASTIC OUSING LUMINIUM OUSING TAINLESS TEEL OUSING TYPE -4,5,6,8 -4,5,6,8 Measured values Between the reference point of the unit and reflection plane (material surface), distance, level and volume Input data Measuring range Depends on probe type and the properties of the measured medium (see: Technical data of the probes table) Probe types and technical data Coaxial, twin cable, mono cable, twin rod and mono rod probes (see: Technical data of the probes table) Paint coated aluminium...
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PECIAL DATA FOR X CERTIFIED MODELS LUMINIUM AND TAINLESS STEEL HOUSING -5,6,8 II 1 G Ex ia IIC T6…T3 Ga, II 1 G Ex ia IIB T6…T3 Ga Ex marking (ATEX) II 1 D Ex ia IIIC T85°C…T180°C Da, II 1/2 D Ex ta/tb IIICT85°C… T180°C Da/Db Ex marking (IEC) Ex ia llC T6...T3 Ga ;...
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ECHNICAL DATA OF THE PROBES H K- H A- H L- H R- H S- H N- H T- H D- H B- H V- H P- H Z- H J- H U- H E- H C- H W- H H- Denomination 4mm cable 8 mm cable...
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ECHNICAL DATA OF THE COATED PROBES H F- HTX- HTY- HTM- HTQ- HTI- H G- 4mm FEP coated 4mm FEP coated 4mm FEP coated 4mm fully FEP Denomination Fully PFA coated rod Fully PP coated rod cable cable cable coated cable Max.
3.3 M AINTENANCE AND REPAIR MicroTREK does not require maintenance on a regular basis. In some very rare instances, however, the probe may need a cleaning from deposited material. This must be carried out gently, without damaging the probe. Repairs during or after the warranty period are carried out exclusively at the Manufacturers. The equipment sent back for repairs should be cleaned or neutralised (disinfected) by the User.
4. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 4.1 H ANDLING AND STORAGE The device will weigh between approximately 3 kg or 7 lb and 12 kg or 25 lb. Carry using both hands to lift the device carefully by the converter housing. If necessary, use lifting gear. No attempt should be made to lift the instrument by its probe.
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Avoid bending (single rod and coaxial probes) - Support the probe to avoid bending. Avoid cable kinks and fraying Do not coil the cable less than 400 mm or 16 “ in diameter. Cable kinks or fraying will cause measurement errors. 400mm minimum Storage temperature...
Threaded process connections Nozzle height The simplest and most economic way is to mount the MicroTREK 2-wire Do not fit a nozzle longer than its diameter, especially for single directly on the tank with the 1” (1½”) BSP or 1” (1½”) NPT threaded probes and powder applications connection.
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Nozzles penetrating into tank Caution: Do not use nozzles that penetrate into the tank. This will disturb the emitted pulse. Installation of two devices If two devices are to be used on the same tank, these should be mounted at a distance of at least 2 m or 6.5 ft away from each other. If not, interferences from the electromagnetic (EM) fields generated by both instruments may cause measurement errors.
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or use a Install far from Process connection and entry pipe deflector entry pipe plate Caution: Do not put the nozzle close to the entry pipe. medium Pouring the product directly onto the probe will give false readings. Install deflector plate if impossible to distance gauge from entry pipe. Stilling wells Tanks with floating roofs for petrochemical applications: Use a stilling well.
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Probes: entanglement, straightness and tank bottom clearance Cable probes must be straight once inserted into the tank. They must also be far from other objects (e.g. mixers) to avoid entanglement. In order to maintain the gauge’s operating characteristics, it is recommended to avoid touching the tank bottom with the counterweights (for cable probes) or probe end (other types).
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Agitator in the tank 1 Agitator 2 Support beam perpendicular to the pulse direction 3 Abrupt changes in tank cross section 4 Heating tubes 5 Alternative solution: reference chamber - electromagnetic field is within chamber 6 Gauge electromagnetic field : Any intruding metallic object will be detected in this zone if perpendicular to the emitted pulse direction.
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Fastening the probe to the tank bottom Flexible probes can be fastened with a chuck (ring), turnbuckle or similar fastening device to the tank bottom Shortening cable probes If required, the cable probe can be shortened, but this applies only when used in liquids. Procedure 1 Detach socket set screw M6x10 (ISO 4026) with 5 mm Allen (hexagon) key (ISO 2936).
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Conical silo nozzles, false readings and traction on the cable probes 2 High traction forces: We recommend that the probe should not be anchored to avoid excessive traction loads on the cable. 3 Bending and traction: Position the connection on the roof at ½ radius of the tank and with minimum nozzle height. This will avoid damage due to bending and traction during emptying.
Connection to the EP network (grounding). Screw type terminal (EP) on the housing max. cable cross-section: 4 mm². The housing of the MicroTREK must be grounded. Grounding resistance R < 1 Ohm The shielding of the signal cable should be grounded at the control room.
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Electrostatic discharge (E.S.D.) MicroTREK 2-wire non-Ex and Ex gauge electronics are shielded up to 4 kV against E.S.D. Note: E.S.D. cannot be solved by MicroTREK 2-wire E.S.D. protection. It is the customer’s responsibility to avoid E.S.D. by grounding the tank, product and probe installation.
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20 mA loop current, mA Line A = minimum voltage at the MicroTREK 2-wire terminals Line B = minimum supply voltage (for voltage drop caused by a 250 Ohm loop resistance) Example for calculating the power supply: The voltage drop is tested at 22 mA:...
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Hazardous-duty version Connect the wires of the current loop to terminals 2 and 3 (any polarity). The intrinsically safe certified device may only be used in conjunction with an other intrinsically safe certified equipment. All the allowed electrical safety data indicated on the nameplate must be observed. An ’Ex’...
Intrinsically safe passive, HART® protocol In accordance with the Rosemount Standard, HART® communication can be used with a MicroTREK 2-wire. It is used as a point-to-point connection between the MicroTREK 2-wire as slave and the HART® master. N x 4 mA + HART 4…20 mA + HART...
ON AND START The MicroTREK 2-wire is pre-configured in accordance to customer order specifications and measurements can be made immediately. A start-up time of less than 60 seconds should be allowed once the unit is connected and the power is switched on.
5. PROGRAMMING MicroTREK can be programmed in three (basic) ways. Programming with PCSTAR 2 software Programming with SAP-300 display unit Programming with HART® Handheld (HHC) Communicator (For operating instruction see the User manual of the HHC) 5.1 P PCSTAR 2...
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Installing the program: execute the file "PCSTAR.EXE" and follow the instructions on the screen. Running the program: once the program is installed, execute the PCST2NT.EXE program. The screen shown below will be displayed. Define device interface: press F4 or left-click on “F4-Serial” at the bottom of the screen – to define the interface to which the device is to be connected. 32 / 76 ♦...
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Serial port – The serial port allows the user to select a free serial port (COM 1 to 4) on the computer. MicroTREK Address – Type the “Address” that you have given a gauge (a value between 0 and 15) and press ENTER or OK.
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After the connection has been established, the following screen is shown. This will show the current status of the tank. No further configuration should be necessary. The following functions are available on the screen and will be discussed further in section 8.4: F2 –...
5.1.2 S PCSTAR 2 (F2 – C UMMARY OF UNCTIONS IN ONFIGURATION The table below provides an overview of all parameters that can be set nt he configuration menu using F2 in PCSTAR2. Default values are in bold type nt he “Input Range”...
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Function Input Range Description 1.2.0 Display 1.2.4 Length unit Select m, cm, mm, inch, ft h optional unit* Unit for display of level and distance. *When “optional unit” selected, you get to the menu item Fct. 1.2.6: New unit and can there define user-defined units. The unit selected here is also valid for the following functions, if “Level”...
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Function Input Range Description 1.3.0 Current output 1.3.1 Current 1 item Select Off, Level, Distance, Volume* or Selection of the required function for the current output. Ullage volume* Level 1.3.2 Current 1 range Select 4-20mA or This parameter defines the status which the current output assumes nt he event of a 4-20mA + 22 mA on error.
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Function Input Range Description 1.4 User data 1.4.3 Checksum Read only This value is used for identification of the device software version. The checksum is tested when starting. This helps to detect any problems with the microcontroller. 1.4.4 Tag number 00000 01 This parameter assigns an identification number to the device.
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1.6.0 Serial I/O For integrating into a signal network. Standard hardware platform for HART® is the current loop with superposed FSK signals. For a multidrop application the current output is set to “OFF” and consequently to a constant 4 mA. With a multidrop bus, up to 15 HART® devices can be operated. 1.6.2 Address Addresses from 0 to 15 With this function, every device connected to a bus is assigned an address between 0...
5.1.3 Q UICK ONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION EXAMPLES The minimum functions (fct.) to be configured for a simple measurement are listed below: Functions Definition PCSTAR 2 HART® 1.1.1 2.1.1.1 Tank Height 1.1.2 2.1.1.4 Dead zone 1.3.1 … 4 2.1.3.1 … 4 Current Output 1.7.0 2.1.7.0 Volume table*...
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Typical gauge used for quick configuration examples: Probe type: twin Ø4 mm or 0.15” cable probe Product measured: Water (dielectric constant, = 80) Tank height: (PCSTAR 2: Fct. 1.1.1, HART®: Fct. 2.1.1.1) 10000 mm Dead zone (PCSTAR 2: Fct. 1.1.2, HART®: Fct. 2.1.1.4) (see “...
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This field currently reads 10000 (mm) Type in the new value 9000 Press the button “F6-Send to MicroTrek” for the MicroTREK 2-wire to immediately accept the new value. Press “F3-Exit” to quit the configuration menu. Tank status screen displayed (level now reads 5750 mm)
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The top dead zone is the minimum measuring distance between the gauge flange facing (the reference point) and the product. The various probes for the MicroTREK 2-wire have differing top dead zones and these are given in section 5.2.3: Probe measurement limits.
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20 mA. (and sets max. output at the top dead zone limit) Press F6-Send to MicroTrek to immediately update the device configuration. Press F3-Exit to quit the configuration menu screen. Tank status screen displayed (level reads 5650 mm)
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Setting up a volume table - (User menu PCSTAR 2 function 1.7.2 (HART® submenu 2.1.7)) To be able to measure the volume, a conversion table (strapping table) will need to be created using the PCSTAR 2 program or the HART® communicator. The strapping table assigns defined volumes to the various levels.
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The level can effectively be measured between 200 mm or 8” and 5600 mm or 18½ ft. When the product level drops below the tip of the probe, the MicroTREK 2-wire will indicate that there is still remains of 200 mm or 8”. Accordingly, the MicroTREK 2-wire can only indicate a level between 200 mm or 8” and 5600 mm or 18½ ft, since it only measures along the probes.
ROGRAMMING WITH DISPLAY UNIT The main parameters of the Microtrek can be also set using the SAP-300 display unit. The default display shows the primary measured value (which the output current is calculated from). Besides the numerical display there is a bargraph on the right showing the value of the current output.
The buttons work only in presence of SAP-300 module. When leaving the MicroTREK in (programming) menu after 30 minutes the instrument automatically returns to measuring mode. If SAP-300 is removed the instrument instantly returns to measuring mode. Because manual programming (with SAP-300) and remote programming (with external HART master, Multicont or PCSTAR2 software) cannot be performed at the same time (as both of them act like a HART master) only one programming mode has priority and this is manual programming.
Selecting a digit can be done using the button. Accept changes with button. After accepting the parameter change the Microtrek checks the parameter and downloads it. If parameter is incorrect the CHECK/WRITE FAILED! message appears. BKI16ATEX0018X ♦ htk4014a0600p_03 ♦ 49 / 76...
5.3 P HART (HHC) C ® ROGRAMMING WITH HANDHELD OMMUNICATOR Display and configuration can also be carried out with a HART® communicator... Communicator layout Two-pin jack for loop connectors Function keys (F1 … F4) Action keys On/off Arrow LEFT DOWN RIGHT Arrow Arrow...
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Displaying readings Use the UP and DOWN arrows to move to the correct line and then select with the RIGHT Arrow. HART Communicator Online Offline 1 → <Process Var.> 2 → Online <Config./Test> Frequency Device <Access/Rights> Utility <Watch status> <HART Variables> SAVE Main menu Online menu...
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Configuration: summary of user functions via HART® Communicator HC 275 (Version 1.00) Reset default values are in bold type in the “Input Range” column. Refer to the HART® HC275 Communicator operating instructions for further operating details. Function (Fct.) Input Range Description PROCESS VAR.
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Function (Fct.) Input Range Description CONFIG./TEST 2.1.0 OPERATION 2.1.1.0 BASIS PARAMETER 2.1.1.1 TANK HEIGHT Enter probe length to 60000 mm or 2362” Tank height. The tank height is defined as the distance between the bottom of As per order the tank and the lower flange surface. 2.1.1.2 PROBE LENGTH Enter 0 mm to tank height but <...
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Function (Fct.) Input Range Description 2.1.2.1 LENGTH 2.1.2.1.1 LENGTH UNIT Select m, cm, mm, inch, Ft, optional unit Length unit of displayed value (level / distance). The optional unit allows the user to define a new unit (name and factor) see menu 2.1.2.1.3 2.1.2.1.2 DISPLAY FORMAT 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, exponential format, auto Number of decimal places.
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Select 4-20 mA or 4-20 mA + 22 mA if error Current output range 4 … 20 mA choice). When the MicroTREK 2-wire is in error mode, the current 4 - 20 mA output is frozen except if the second choice is selected and then the current output is fixed at 22 mA.
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Function (Fct.) Input Range Description 2.1.4.0 USER DATA 2.1.4.1 00000 01 Tag number of device 2.1.4.2 SERIAL NUMBER Read only menu. Each device has its own serial number 2.1.4.3 FRENCH Read only menu. COMMISSION This number is factory set. NUMBER Refer to this number in case of warranty or service claims.
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DISTANCE INPUT Enter a value from Fct. 2.1.1.4: This function forces the MicroTREK 2-wire to search for the product surface in Dead zone to fct. 2.1.1.2: Probe a zone other than the actual measuring zone. If there is no level signal, you length can enter an estimated value.
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The password must contain exactly 9 characters. E, R or U are used only. The password is displayed in a scrambled format. It allows NIVELCO to decode the password in case it was forgotten. SPECIALIST PSW See NIVELCO Service centre or MicroTREK 2-wire Service Manual for code.
DATE Month Day Year (xx / xx / xx). 5.10 NUM RESP PREAM Number of preamble in the response frame of the device 5.11 Tag name of the MicroTREK 2-wire 5.12 POLL ADDRESS Address of the device. 5.3.1 C PCSTAR2 HART ®...
5.4 M TREK 2- T.D.R. ICRO WIRE METER CHARACTERISTICS This subsection explains: the four principle configurations for setting up a measurement scale and what the user should be aware of in each case; what happens when the tank is full or empty; what is the level threshold and how to modify it and what happens when level is measured when more than one product in the tank;...
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The configurations described below are illustrated in the above diagram The “current output” range is smaller than the max. possible measuring range The “current output” range is equal to the measuring range: Scale min.: 4 mA (Fct. 1.3.3) = tank height – probe length + H Scale max.: 20 mA (Fct.
5.4.1 G AUGE OPERATING LOGIC WHEN THE REFLECTION IS LOST The product reflection pulse is usually lost when the level is in the top dead zone or near the bottom of the tank. The diagram below shows the action taken by the gauge depending on where the last reflection was lost. Use PCSTAR 2 - F8-Marker display function to follow the measurement status of the gauge.
5.4.2 G AIN AND VOLTAGE AMPLITUDE As explained in the measuring principle in the introduction, the level of a product is converted from a return signal (the product reflection) received by the gauge: this signal has taken a certain amount of time to return to the gauge and it has a certain strength / size measured in milli-volts (dependant on the dielectric constant the product).
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Level measurement: Level pulse amplitude and threshold After connection to a power supply, the MicroTREK 2-wire will: 1. Measure reflection pulses in terms of voltage amplitude by cycling through a set of gains. 2. Identify the highest amplitude as being the product level.
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The level signal can be optimized by way of two factors: Amplification factor The amplitude of the signals is proportional to the dielectric constant of the product. At low amplitudes the signal should be amplified. The amplification factor is dependent on the dielectric constant and on the probe type.
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Initial pulse Flange reflection Level signal Interference signal Threshold In the diagram above it can be seen that the level of the threshold is not constant: 400 mV at 1000 mm or 3.3 ft, and only 250 mV at 10000 mm or 33 ft. No attenuation is required at a probe length ≤ 3000 mm or 10 ft. The form of the threshold is dependent on attenuation and is automatically adjusted by the device over the measured length.
5.4.3 T YPICAL SIGNAL TRENDS The following diagrams show characteristic signals that have been recorded with the oscilloscope function. Emitted pulse Emitted pulse Level signal Flange Flange Level signal Rod or cable probe with gain 1 Rod or cable probe with gain 2 Emitted pulse Emitted pulse Level signal...
In the event of operational or installation faults, you can frequently identify the cause of the fault by means of this function and normally eliminate it yourself. Should the fault persist, please send a copy of the screen (screen shots with F10) to your NIVELCO Service Centre.
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19000 mm If the value is still too low, try reducing threshold again by small amounts. If this does not resolve the problem, contact the NIVELCO Service Centre. Note that the threshold drops every 2000 mm or 6.5 feet. Solid application notes Most dry solid applications except powder or flakes with high dielectric constants , such as coal powder, are measured with a Gain of 3.
/ V With Factory Menu Fct. 1.1.3: Application Type set to 1 liquid, 1 level, the MicroTREK 2-wire will search for the return signal with the highest amplitude (i.e. higher than the threshold). It will measure the oil level.
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With Factory Menu Fct. 1.1.3: signal / V Application Type set to 2 liquids, 1 level, the MicroTREK 2-wire will search for the first return signal higher than the control threshold. It will correctly measure the oil level (i.e. “level”).
Please contact NIVELCO. “Flange not found” status The signal converter has been incorrectly configured Contact NIVELCO for the corrective procedure. marker on* to measure with a cable or rod probe when it is equipped with a coaxial probe. This may be also due to installation on a long nozzle which has the effect of attenuating the flange pulse.
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If the signal converter has been replaced, verify that factory calibration dielectric constant. A constant parameters are still the same. offset is observed when taking Ask NIVELCO for the factory calibration sheet (if not supplied) and the measurements. password for access to the factory menu. The MicroTREK 2-wire The MicroTREK 2-wire measures a non-valid Check the tank for obstructions and verify that the probe is clean.
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The device is in its start-up phase Wait 50 seconds. If the current value drops to a value between 4 and 20 mA, and goes immediately back to 22 mA, contact your NIVELCO Service Centre. The value at the current output The current output settings are incorrect.
5.6 A 1 – S TREK H-400 PPENDIX UP PARAMETERS OF ICRO SERIES IN ULTICONT CONTROLLER Remote program 90 Length unit Basic setup Basic setup Length unit Output setup Tank height Application Dead zone Service Close-end blocking Current mode Damping time inch Level Probe length...
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