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User manual Bâtiment Texas – Éragny Parc 9, Allée Rosa Luxemburg 95610 ÉRAGNY SUR OISE, FRANCE Tel.: 33 (0)1 30 27 27 30 Fax: 33 (0)1 30 39 84 34 NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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ULTRAFLUX S.A. ULTRAFLUX, UF 831 are registered trademarks of ULTRAFLUX S.A. With a view to the constant improvement of its products, Ultraflux reserves the right to modify them without notice. Furthermore, Ultraflux shall not be held responsible for any error which may be present in its documentation despite the care taken in its production.
4.2 Installing the probes ......................23 4.3 Measurements to be taken on site ..................24 4.4 Analysing and processing data measured on site ..............24 4.5 Transferring the data collected to the converter ..............25 NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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CHAPTER 5: USING AND CONFIGURING THE UF 831 ........26 5.1 Using the UF 831 ......................27 5.2 Main configuration elements ....................29 5.3 Configuring the UF 831 ...................... 32 5.4 SIMPLE configuration ......................33 5.5 NORMAL configuration mode ....................49 5.6 ADVANCED configuration mode ..................
UF 831 flow meters are ultrasonic flow meters used to measure open channel flows using the transit time difference method. The measurement can be taken using an installation with up to 8 ultrasonic measurement chords. (One chord designates the acoustic path between two probes, each alternating between emitting and receiving.
Accuracy in the description of the section: up to 0.25% Typical accuracy on the flow calculation: from 1 to 5% depending on the application and the number of chords 1.7 Dimensions and weight Weight: 7 kg (cabinet only) NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
9 to 36 VDC The power of the flow meter is less than 40 W. A fuse-type internal protection protects the equipment. If this protection is triggered, the equipment must be returned to Ultraflux, otherwise the guarantee will no longer be valid.
1 to 8 pairs of probes 1 to 16 special cables for the probes (provided by Ultraflux) 1 to 4 level measurements per channel (which may or may not be provided by Ultraflux) NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
It is recommended to follow the assembly method described below in order to avoid any risk of injury. The assembly must be carried out or inspected by Ultraflux to have all the guarantees in terms of protection against dust and immersion, and correct operation.
The flow meter must not be used beyond the possibilities and specifications given in this manual. The flow meter must be stored in a dry place, with the packaging provided by Ultraflux in order to protect the parts liable to be damaged by a collision. The use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) adapted for the handling and installation of the flow meter (safety boots, protective gloves) is recommended.
In the context of decree no. 2005-829 dated 20 July 2005 relating to the collection, treatment and disposal of electrical and electronic equipment in France, Ultraflux delegates the responsibility for financial and also logistical recovery to the user, who will manage their own waste.
The latches are adjusted in the factory. The guarantee of protection against dust and immersion is dependent upon this adjustment not being modified. Likewise, this guarantee is no longer valid if the Lexan has deteriorated. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
(take care with cavity walls). The area around the support must be clear in order to allow: the connection of the connectors, the movement of the latches. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Screw the connector to the cable using the torque intended for the connector. 3.2.3 Connection The connectors of the UF 831 box are installed as shown on the figure below: Comment: The addition of communication modules modifies the layout. Contact us for the details of the changes.
Y-cable provided with the flow meter in order to separate the two probe cables. The flow meter can be configured to have only one probe per connector, but the number of chords possible is then halved. It is recommended to contact Ultraflux in order to define the most favorable configuration for your situation.
Once the cabinet is fixed and the cables installed on the connectors, the probe connectors and the input/output connectors must be installed in order to plug them in at their allocated positions. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
1) Analog inputs/outputs The UF 831 allows two types of inputs/outputs to be used: Current inputs/outputs (0-20mA, 4-20mA, 0-24mA) or voltage inputs/outputs (0-10V), Temperature measurement Pt 100 and Pt 1000 with 2, 3 or 4 wires. The sensors must be powered externally. The wiring of the analog inputs/outputs is indicated in appendix 5: Wiring of the inputs - outputs.
3.2.5 Installing the UF 831 close to a frequency converter Important: Avoid installing the UF 831 close to a frequency converter. If this cannot be avoided, interference filters must be installed. It is highly recommended to contact us if this situation arises.
There are 5 main steps to commissioning a measuring point and these must be followed very carefully. We would also like to remind you that Ultraflux can help with commissioning of your flow meters (for further information on this service, please contact us).
Water level on the water level gauge (day, date and time of operation). 4.3.2 Determining the different levels in relation to the stream For future configuration of your Uf 831, the following measurements need to be taken on site in relation to the water level: ...
All of the data collected previously (points 4.3 and 4.4) must be transferred to the converter. There are two ways you can do this: Using the PC software for your Uf 831 (see Chapter 7), Directly in your UF 831's interface (see Chapter 5).
5.1 Using the UF 831 The UF 831 has a screen and a keypad which can be used to configure and view the measurements as they are taken. LEDs indicate the status of the measurement and of the flow meter communication.
To modify a line, select it using ▼ or ▲ and modify the value using < or >. If no key is pressed for approximately one minute, the UF 831 automatically returns to measurement mode and to the display chosen as priority using B.
up to four level sensors (which may or may not be provided by Ultraflux). Comment: UF 831 is used to produce up to eight measuring points with the same flow meter. 2) Reference systems used Two reference systems are used: ...
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For rather complex sections (e.g. semi-circular outfall sewer with cunette), it is important to surround the discontinuities with two elevations close together. It is not compulsory to define 20 pairs of points. The widths of the unused points may be set to 0. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
the amplitude in the variation of the level (since the probes must be immerged in order to operate) For all of these technical points, consult Ultraflux if necessary. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
HEIGHT/VELOCITY (SPEED) SETTINGS: settings of the height/velocity law in the event that the probes are all out of the water. TOTALIZERS SETTINGS: totalizer settings. INPUT / OUTPUT SETTINGS: settings of the inputs/outputs. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
"writing" frame. The flow meter is automatically locked after 10 seconds without any "writing". Each incorrect attempt at entering the code increases the time before the next attempt can be made. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Fn key. To recall a configuration, enter the configuration number and validate this choice by passing to another menu page. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
(in meters) between the faces of the two probes, the projected length (Axial D.) with regard to the axis of the channel or the river, the height compared to H0. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
If the value of S0 is negative, the value of S0 is deducted from the section and it is considered that so long as the wetted section is smaller than S0, the flow is null (silting). The aim is to simulate a silting of the channel. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
1) Number of level measurements UF 831 can be used to manage up to four level measurements. The menu below is used to select by level the input channel which corresponds to the level measurement (for example, a 4-20mA input): The measurement used to calculate the flow (priority measurement) is level 1.
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The deepest section is marked by the bottom of the channel or the river and by elevation no. 1, The sections describing the hydraulic profile are fully independent of the sections describing the measurement section. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Starting with the lowest elevation (Pt1), specify for each section the upper elevation of the section and the corresponding hydraulic coefficient. Comments: The elevation of point no. 20 must be greater than the maximum foreseeable level, For a given section, the velocity must be roughly constant. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
When the level is below the lowest chord, the flow cannot be measured using ultrasound. It can however be estimated using a linear interpolation curve with 4 points, or by self-learning (automatic regression). Velocity Height NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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The flow meter will then estimate what the height/velocity curve could be, taking into account the measuring points. A coefficient can then be defined which will be used until the flow meter takes new measurements. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
2. Press the A key until the totalizer that you wish to reset is displayed on the right, 3. Press the B key to reset the totalizer. A negative image of the pop-up menu is then displayed. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Relay. The menu only appears if inputs or outputs are installed on the flow meter. To install additional inputs/outputs, please contact Ultraflux to find out the specifications of all available inputs/outputs. 1) Current input and voltage input module The possible options are: ...
The possible options are: OFF: deactivation, PT100-PT1000 mode 2-, 3- or 4-wire (for further details, contact Ultraflux). Define: the type of sensor, Pt 100 or Pt 1000, the type of assembly, 2-wire, 3-wire or 4-wire, the value of the filter and the memory, any offset.
Closed: The relay is on if the UF 831 is powered on, and off if it is not powered on. This choice therefore allows the relay to be used to detect the presence of the power supply (positive safety).
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(function) and the chapter items (value). the value corresponding to 0 hertz. the value corresponding to 1 kHz. the value in the event of a fault. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
For each of the variables of the logger, one of the following functions can be selected: AV.: average value over the recording period, MIN: minimum value over the recording period, MAX: maximum value over the recording period. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Time (s) The vertical lines (blue) correspond to the triggering of records of the logger. If the variation of the flow is greater than the configured threshold, the logger forces a recording. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
(for example if there is too much interference). The dotted horizontal line indicates the measurement threshold. The measurement is taken the first time the alternation crossing this threshold reaches 0. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
At this point the flow measurement becomes faulty and there is still no new flow measurement valid. Time Configured storage time NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
20 seconds, give the time constant a value of 40 or 60 s. However, you must ensure that the time constant is not too large, since this would risk masking significant events. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
In certain situations, the velocity of the fluid measured by the flow meter may be disrupted. Limits can then be set for the velocity of the fluid using a minimum velocity and a maximum velocity. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Using the maximum gain parameter, you can limit the gain so that the unwanted acoustic noise does not disrupt the operation of the flow meter. Important: It is highly recommended to contact Ultraflux before modifying these settings. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
0 and 2 times the indicated value. To simulate the level, go to the input/output settings and change the simulation value in the input corresponding to the level measurement (see chapter dedicated to inputs/outputs). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
2) Special probes It may be necessary in certain cases to define a probe which is not referenced in the list of Ultraflux probes. Before using this option, it is highly recommended to contact Ultraflux. To use probes other than those of Ultraflux, use the "special probes" function.
(the higher the gain, the more difficult it is to obtain a measurement), IQ quality index (100% indicates a very good measurement, 0% indicates that the measurement is not possible). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
This page indicates the status of the logger and the last recording made. 7) Events These pages are used to find out whether there is a problem on the flow meter and to localize it in order to resolve it. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
These pages (depending on the number of chords) provide the reference of the associated probes for each chord. 9) Flow graph The flow graph is a screen displaying in the form of a curve the evolution of a specific dimension. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
6.1 Principle Each UF 831 includes a miniature automaton. This automaton allows Ultraflux to easily arrange additional features for this flow meter. On request, Ultraflux can quickly integrate a new feature for your UF 831. 6.2 Example of application 6.2.1 Calculating the temperature of the water The calculation of the temperature of the water can be determined based on the celerity.
The program is run by double-clicking the icon associated with the software and placed on the desktop, or by selecting the program via Start \ Programs \ Ultraflux \ software corresponding to your flow meter. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
7.1.2 Connecting the flow meter to the PC To connect the UF 831 to the PC, you must connect the lead provided (serial link or USB cable). The exchanges are made in the JBus/ModBus protocol, the PC being master and the UF 831, identified by its number, being the slave.
The window opened by the Option menu is used in particular to select the display language and to define the path of the software used to work with the data (Excel by default, if this is installed on your computer). It also includes an "Autosearch" button used to automatically detect the presence of an Ultraflux flow meter.
7.1.6 File menu The File menu allows you to open a saved file (“Open” command), or prepare a settings file offline (“New” command). Once the file is saved, you can export it to a UF 831. 7.1.7 Measurement window The measurement window is opened using the “Dialogue/Measurement” command.
2) "General" tab This tab displays the main information of the measurement: graphic display of the measurement, instant values of the flow rate and flow velocity, totalizers. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
This tab displays the main information concerning the measurement channel: value of the flow, the flow velocity, the section and the water height. It also provides information concerning the measurement chords. Comment: There are as many tabs as there are channels configured. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
"Function" tab: definition of the engine input constants accessible to the user (when a function is located in the engine). "Advanced" tab: definition of the Advanced operating mode. "Input-output" tab: definition of the input/output settings (including the 4-20 mA inputs for the Level inputs). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
General/Choose Application/Simple, Normal or Advanced. The screenshot below shows an example of settings in Advanced mode. All parameters displayed below are described previously in this document (see chapter 5). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
4) "Totalizer(s)" tab (in the « General » drop-down menu) The screenshot below shows an example of settings in Advanced mode. All parameters displayed below are described previously in this document (see chapter 5). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
You can choose whether or not to activate the Totalizer, Logger and Input/output functions resources. The software allows the date and time of the UF 831 to be synchronized with those of the host PC: select the option "Synchronize with PC time" before saving the settings on the flow meter.
7) "Definition of chords" tab (in the « Channel » drop-down menu) The screenshot below shows an example of settings in Advanced mode. All parameters displayed below are described previously in this document (see chapter 5). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
8) "Description of section" tab (in the « Channel » drop-down menu) The screenshot below shows an example of settings in Advanced mode. All parameters displayed below are described previously in this document (see chapter 5). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
10) "Level" tab (in the « Channel » drop-down menu) The screenshot below shows an example of settings in Advanced mode. All parameters displayed below are described previously in this document (see chapter 5). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
12) "Linearization" tab (in the « Channel » drop-down menu) The screenshot below shows an example of settings in Advanced mode. All parameters displayed below are described previously in this document (see chapter 5). NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
You can then freely modify this data. 7.3 Settings files The UF 831 has 11 spaces in its free memory for the storage of configurations (see page 34 – point 8): you can therefore recall or save your selections.
Appendix 1: Characteristic echo signals NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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Comment: The signals observed are often longer than the one shown above. This is completely normal, the important criterion being the velocity of the signal rise above the threshold. Slowly rising signal: Signal distorted by an incorrect positioning of the probes: NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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(pollution on the surface of the probe). Presence of electromagnetic interference Comment: in this case, move the cables (in particular the probe cables) away from the power cables. Check the ground connections and the shielding. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Fluid too absorbent, too much slurry, excessively aerated. Consult us and we can work together to find the best solution. Faulty probes or failure of the UF 831. Contact us if your verifications lead to this conclusion. Problem on the level measurement.
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The message "open loop" appears permanently when setting a current output Cause: Break in the loop. The message "out of bands" appears permanently or intermittently when setting an analog input Cause: Current or voltage outside the range of use. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Fault on an input/output module. internal clock The clock time must be set correctly. Fault on the Qb pipe. Fault on the Qa pipe. Fault on the total flow. QT not valid Total flow invalid. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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A input value The measurement of voltage A is outside the authorized range. outside range voltage B input value The measurement of voltage B is outside the authorized range. outside range NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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Chord taken into account in the flow calculation. fault Fault on a chord. not valid Chord not valid. Function fault BIT No. FUNCTION NAME DESCRIPTION fault Function output fault. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
The non-volatile memory is faulty; the measurement is possible but not the archiving by the logger. Contact Ultraflux. logger The data of the logger cannot be used or is false. Contact Ultraflux. h/w I/O One of the inputs/outputs is no longer responding. Contact Ultraflux.
Appendix 4: Link protocol of the UF 831 Serial link characteristics Reading of N words (with N ≤ 125) JBUS/MODBUS table CRC16 calculation algorithm NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Parity: None, Number of stop bits: 1. Comment: To ensure that an automaton can take measurement recordings, contact Ultraflux to obtain the measurement variables description table in the JBUS/MODBUS protocol. 23 mantissa bits 8 exponent bits 1 sign...
2 bytes 2 bytes 2 bytes Response Slave no. number of bytes read value 1st word value last word CRC16 1 byte 1 byte 1 byte 2 bytes 2 bytes 2 bytes NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
= number of bits poly = calculation polynomial of CRC16 = 1010 0000 0000 0001 (generator polynomial = 2 X the first byte sent is the one with the least significant bits NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Wiring of the serial link in RS232 mode Wiring of the serial link in RS485 mode Supply wiring Pin function for the 110-240 VAC supply Pin function for the DC supply NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
B probe downstream wire A probe downstream wire B Diameter of shield ≤ 3.5 mm Total length of stripping Wrop shield with copper-tape Bare shielding Shorten shield Hexagon not added NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
(-) Wiring of the current input modules The pins have the following functions: Pins Functions current A wire 1 current A wire 2 current B wire 1 current B wire 2 NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Important: For 2- or 3-wire wiring, simply produce "bridging" to make up for the missing wires. In the 3- wire version, a white wire is missing: simply bridge the two white wire 1 and 2 terminals, and place the white cable on the "white wire" pin. NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
Wiring of the serial link in RS485 mode The pins have the following functions: Pins Functions Jumper between To activate the 2 and 3 terminating resistance 1, 5, 6, 7 Not used NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
The pins have the following functions: Pins Functions phase not connected neutral protective ground Pin function for the DC supply The pins have the following functions: Pins Functions Vin + not connected Vin - protective ground NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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2) On/Off inputs/outputs (relay) ....................20 3) Serial link ..........................20 4) Connection to the PC......................20 3.2.5 Installing the UF 831 close to a frequency converter ..........21 3.2.6 Power supply wiring ....................21 NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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4.4 Analysing and processing data measured on site ..............24 4.5 Transferring the data collected to the converter ..............25 CHAPTER 5: USING AND CONFIGURING THE UF 831 ........26 5.1 Using the UF 831 ......................27 5.1.1 Operating mode ......................27 5.1.2 Keypad .........................
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3) Specific information relating to the chords ................56 4) Totalizers ..........................57 5) Date and time ........................57 6) Info. logger ........................... 57 7) Events ........................... 57 8) Distance between probes ....................... 58 9) Flow graph ..........................58 NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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Diagnosis indications ....................... 83 Description of the fault bits...................... 85 Fault grid ..........................88 Appendix 4: Link protocol of the UF 831 ............89 Serial link characteristics ......................90 Reading of N words (with N ≤ 125) ..................91 JBUS/MODBUS table ....................... 92 CRC16 calculation algorithm ....................
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Wiring of the serial link in RS232 mode ................103 Wiring of the serial link in RS485 mode ................103 Supply wiring ........................104 Pin function for the 110-240 VAC supply ................104 Pin function for the DC supply.................... 104 NT UF 831 CO GB (b) / March 2014...
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