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F131-P
BATCH-CONTROLLER
Signal input flowmeter: pulse, Namur and coil
Status inputs: start and stop
Signal outputs: two control outputs for two stage control, or
one control output and pulse output ref. total
Signal outputs: 4-20mA ref. flowrate and pulse ref. total
Options: Intrinsically Safe, Modbus communication
F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas. More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries

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  • Page 1 Signal outputs: two control outputs for two stage control, or one control output and pulse output ref. total Signal outputs: 4-20mA ref. flowrate and pulse ref. total Options: Intrinsically Safe, Modbus communication F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas. More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

     Any responsibility is lapsed if the instructions and procedures as described in this manual are not followed.  LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS: The F131-P is not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or systems where malfunction of the product can reasonably be expected to result in a personal injury.

  • Page 3: About The Operation Manual

    This operation manual describes the standard unit as well as most of the options available. For additional information, please contact your supplier. A hazardous situation may occur if the F131-P is not used for the purpose it was designed for or is used incorrectly. Please carefully note the information in this operating manual indicated by the pictograms: A "warning"...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Safety rules and precautionary measures ....................... 2 About the operation manual ..........................3 Contents manual .............................. 4 Introduction ..........................5 1.1. System description of the F131-P ..................5 Operational ..........................7 2.1. General ..........................7 2.2. Control panel .......................... 7 2.3.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    SYSTEM DESCRIPTION OF THE F131-P Functions and features The batch controller model F131-P is a microprocessor driven instrument designed for batching and filling of small batch sizes up to large quantities as well as displaying the flowrate, total and accumulated total.
  • Page 6 Page 6 Configuration of the unit The F131-P was designed to be implemented in many types of applications. For that reason, a SETUP-level is available to configure your F131-P according to your specific requirements. SETUP includes several important features, such as K-factors, measurement units, signal selection etc.

  • Page 7: Operational

     Take careful notice of the " Safety rules, instructions and precautionary measures " in the front of this manual. This chapter describes the daily use of the F131-P. This instruction is meant for users / operators. 2.2. CONTROL PANEL The following keys are available: Fig.

  • Page 8: Operator Information And Functions

    SETUP-settings. All pulses generated by the connected flowmeter are measured by the F131-P in the background, whichever screen refresh rate setting is chosen. After pressing a key, the display will be updated very quickly during a 30 second period, after which it will slow-down again.
  • Page 9 Page 9  Interrupting and ending the batch process When STOP is pressed once, the batch process will be temporarily interrupted; the actual values are not lost. At the display, the word "PAUSE" will be flashing. From this stage, the batch process can be resumed with the START-key.

  • Page 10: Configuration

    Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions.  The F131-P may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed.
  • Page 11 Page 11 Matrix structure SETUP-level: SCROLLING THROUGH SETUP-LEVEL Selection of function-group and function: SETUP is divided into several function groups and functions. Each function has a unique number, which is displayed below the word "SETUP" at the bottom of the display. The number is a combination of two figures. The first figure indicates the function-group and the second figure the sub-function.
  • Page 12 Page 12 To change or select a value: To change a value, use  to select the digits and  to increase that value. To select a setting, both  and  can be used. If the new value is invalid, the increase sign or decrease-sign will be displayed while you are programming.

  • Page 13: Overview Functions Setup Level

    Page 13 3.2.2. OVERVIEW FUNCTIONS SETUP LEVEL SETUP FUNCTIONS AND VARIABLES PRESET UNIT L - m3 - kg - lb - GAL - USGAL - bbl - no unit DECIMALS 0 - 1 - 2 - 3 (Ref: displayed value) K-FACTOR: 0.000010 - 9,999,999 DECIMALS K-FACTOR...

  • Page 14: Explanation Of Setup-Functions

    Page 14 3.2.3. EXPLANATION OF SETUP-FUNCTIONS 1 - PRESET SETUP - 11 determines the measurement unit for preset, total, MEASUREMENT UNIT accumulated total and pulse output. The following units can be selected: L - m3 - kg - lb. - GAL - USGAL - bbl - _ (no unit). Alteration of the measurement unit will have consequences for operator and SETUP-level values.

  • Page 15: Flowrate

    Page 15 2 - FLOWRATE The settings for preset and flowrate are entirely separate. In this way, different units of measurement can be used for each e.g. cubic meters for total and liters for flowrate. The display update time for flowrate is one second or more. Note: these settings also influence the analog output.

  • Page 16: Overrun

    When used with the internal battery option, the user can expect reliable measurement over a long period of time. The F131-P has several smart power management functions to extend the battery life time significantly. Two of these functions can be set:...

  • Page 17: Flowmeter

    Page 17 6 - FLOWMETER The F131-P is able to handle several types of input signal. The type of SIGNAL flowmeter pickup / signal is selected with SETUP 61. Note: The selections "active pulse" offer a detection level of 50% of the supply voltage.

  • Page 18: Analog Output

    Page 18 7 - ANALOG OUTPUT A linear 4-20mA signal (option AB: 0-20mA or option AU: 0-10V) output signal is generated according to the flowrate with a 10 bits resolution. The settings for flowrate (SETUP - 2) directly influence the analog output. Note: When the analog output is not used, please make sure that setting 71 is disabled, or else the battery life time will be reduced significantly! When a power supply is available but the output is disabled, a 3.5mA signal will be generated.
  • Page 19 Page 19 7 - ANALOG OUTPUT (CONTINUED) This function is used to stabilize the analog output signal. FILTER The output value is updated every 0.1 second. With the help of this digital filter a more stable but less precise reading can be obtained. The filter principal is based on three input values: the filter level (01-99), the last analog output value and the last average value.

  • Page 20: Relay Output

    Page 20 8 - RELAY OUTPUT Two one open-collector outputs (Optional: mechanic relays or active outputs) are available to control relays or small valves (max. 50VDC – 300mA). Relay 2 can also be used as pulse output according the batch total (actual) or accumulated total. Please note: if the communication option has been supplied, the pulse output functions 83, 84 and 85 are not available.

  • Page 21: Communication (Optional)

    1200 - 2400 - 4800 - 9600 baud For communication purposes, a unique identity can be attributed to every BUS ADDRESS F131-P. This address can vary from 1-255. The communication protocol is Modbus ASCII or RTU mode. Select OFF, MODE to disable this communication function.

  • Page 22: Installation

    Personnel must read and understand this Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions.  The F131-P may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed. ...

  • Page 23: Dimensions- Enclosure

    Page 23 4.3. DIMENSIONS- ENCLOSURE Aluminum enclosures: 75 mm (2.95") 112 mm (4.40") 130 mm (5.12") 12mm 12mm 30mm 30mm 24mm 24mm M20 x 1,5 6 x M12 36mm 36mm 30mm 30mm M16 x 1,5 M16 x 1,5 1/2"NPT M20 x 1,5 0.12"...
  • Page 24 Page 24 GRP enclosures: 75 mm (2.95") 112 mm (4.40") 130 mm (5.12") HK back box: (flat bottom) 75 mm (2.95") 118 mm (4.65”) 25mm 25mm D=20mm D=20mm 12mm 12mm 30mm 30mm 24mm 24mm D=12mm D=16mm D=16mm D=20mm 36mm 36mm 0.12”...

  • Page 25: Installing The Hardware

     Do ground the aluminum enclosure properly as indicated, if the F131-P has been supplied with the 115-230V AC power-supply type PM. The green / yellow wire between the back-casing and removable terminal-block may never be removed.

  • Page 26: Voltage Selection Sensor Supply

    Page 26 4.4.2. VOLTAGE SELECTION SENSOR SUPPLY For Intrinsically Safe applications: read chapter 5. Battery powered and output loop-powered applications: Terminal 11 provides a limited supply voltage of 3.2 V DC (coil signals 1.2V) for the signal output of the flowmeter. Note: This voltage MAY NOT be used to power the flowmeters electronics, converters etc, as it will not provide adequate sustained power ! All energy used by the flowmeters pick-up will directly influence the battery life-time.

  • Page 27: Terminal Connectors

    For Intrinsically Safe applications: read chapter 5. The following terminal connectors are available: Fig. 11: Overview of terminal connectors standard configuration F131-P and options. REMARKS: TERMINAL CONNECTORS: Power Supply: Terminal GND- 01- 02 only available with option PD, PF or PM:...
  • Page 28 Page 28 Terminal 03-04; transistor or relay output R2: This output is available to drive a low-power device (e.g. relays) to control the batch process. Relay 1 is switched-on during the whole process while relay 2 can be used for two-step control or as pulse output.
  • Page 29 Max. switch power 240V-0,5A per output. (Requires power supply option PF / PM). Terminal 07-08 POWER SUPPLY F131-P - output loop powered: Connect an external power supply of 8-24 volts AC or 8-30VDC to these terminals or a 4-20mA loop.
  • Page 30 Page 30 Option AA: An active 4-20mA signal proportional to the flowrate is available with this option. When the output is disabled, a 3.5mA signal will be generated on these terminals. Max. driving capacity 1000 Ohm @ 24VDC. (Requires power supply option PD / PF / PM). Option AB: An active 0-20mA signal proportional to the flowrate is available with this option.
  • Page 31 The input signal type has to be selected with the correct SETUP-function (read par. 3.2.3.) Coil-signal: The F131-P is suitable for use with flowmeters which have a coil output signal. Two sensitivity levels can be selected with the SETUP-function: COIL LO: sensitivity from about 120mV peak to peak.
  • Page 32 Pulse-signal PNP / PNP-LP: The F131-P is suitable for use with flowmeters which have a PNP output signal. 3.2V is offered on terminal 11 which has to be switched by the sensor to terminal 10 (SIGNAL). For a reliable pulse detection, the pulse amplitude has to go above 1.2V.
  • Page 33 REED LP - low-pass filter (read par. 3.2.3.) NAMUR-signal: The F131-P is suitable for flowmeters with an Namur signal. The standard F131-P is not able to power the Namur sensor, as an external power supply for the sensor is required. However, a 8.2V sensor supply voltage (terminal 11) can be provided via options PD-PM.
  • Page 34 Page 34 Terminal 12-13; external START: With this function, the batch controller can be started with an external switch. The input must be switched with a potential free contact to the GND-terminal number 12 for at least 0.3 seconds. Terminal 15-16; external STOP: With this function, the batch controller can be interrupted or cancelled with an external switch.

  • Page 35: Intrinsically Safe Applications

    Please Note  Certificates, safety values and declaration of compliance can be found in the document named: “Fluidwell F1..-..-XI - Documentation for Intrinsic Safety”.  Special conditions for safe use mentioned in both the certificate and the installation instructions must be observed for the connection of power to both input and / or output circuits.

  • Page 36: Terminal Connectors Intrinsically Safe Applications

    Indicated labels on the back cover (below) and on the inside cover (right) show the type labels for intrinsically safe certified units. For details on usage see the separate “Fluidwell F1..-..-IX Documentation for Intrinsic Safety”. Serial number and year of production This information can be looked-up on the display: See setup function (par.
  • Page 37 Page 37 Explanation Intrinsically Safe options: Option AF - Intrinsically Safe floating 4-20mA analog output: A floating 4-20mA signal proportional to the flowrate is available with this option. When the output is disabled, a 3.5mA signal will be generated. Max. driving capacity 1000 Ohm @ 30V DC. Option PD - Intrinsically Safe power supply and sensor supply - Terminal GND- 01 and 11.

  • Page 38: Configuration Examples

    Page 38 CONFIGURATION EXAMPLES Configuration example IIB /IIIC F131-P-AF-CT-OT-(PB)-(PD)-XI HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA TERMINAL CONNECTORS F100-series Modbus communication type CT: TTL I.S. Certified  Isolator TTL to: = max. 30 V e.g. PC RS232 = max. 250 mA RS422 = max. 0.85 W...
  • Page 39 Page 39 Configuration example IIB /IIIC F131-P-AP-CT-OT-(PD)-XI HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA TERMINAL CONNECTORS F100-series Modbus communication type CT: TTL I.S. Certified  Isolator TTL to: = max. 30 V e.g. PC RS232 = max. 250 mA RS422 = max. 0.85 W...
  • Page 40 Page 40 Configuration example IIB/IIIC and IIC - F131-P-AP-(CT)-OT-XI HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA TERMINAL CONNECTORS F100-series Modbus communication type CT: TTL Please note: communciation type CT is allowed in IIC applications. I.S. Certified  Isolator TTL to: = max. 30 V e.g.

  • Page 41: Battery Replacement Instructions

    Batteries for use in safe areas have no Ex label. DO NOT EXCHANGE: Using the wrong type of battery can pose a SERIOUS RISK.  For use in hazardous areas Fluidwell recommends FW-LiBAT batteries (manufactured by Fluidwell bv) only. Battery replacement procedure Depending on the production batch, one of two visualized Intrinsically Safe certified battery types may have been installed in the unit.

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions.  The F131-P may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed.

  • Page 43: Appendix A: Technical Specification

    Page 43 APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION GENERAL Display Type High intensity reflective numeric and alphanumeric LCD, UV-resistant. Digits Seven 17mm (0.67") and eleven 8mm (0.31"). Various symbols and measuring units. Refresh rate User definable: 8 times/sec - 30 secs. Type ZB Transflective LCD with green LED backlight.
  • Page 44 Page 44 Sensor excitation Standard / option PB Supply voltage: 3.2V DC for pulse signals and 1.2V DC for coil pick-up. Option PD Sensor supply voltage 8 - 12 and 24V DC - max. 50mA@24V DC Option PM Sensor supply voltage 8 - 12 and 24V DC - max. 100mA@24V DC Terminal connections Type: Removable plug-in terminal strip.
  • Page 45 Page 45 OUTPUTS Analog output Type 4-20mA - passive output - not isolated. Resolution 10-bit. Accuracy < 0.05% - update 10 times a second. Software function to calibrate the 4.00mA and 20.00mA levels precisely within set-up. Load max. 1 kOhm Function transmitting flowrate.

  • Page 46: Appendix B: Problem Solving

    Page 46 APPENDIX B: PROBLEM SOLVING In this appendix, several problems are included that can occur when the F131-P is going to be installed or while it is in operation. Flowmeter does not generate pulses: Check:  Signal selection SETUP - 61, ...

  • Page 47: Appendix C: Communication Variables

    Page 47 APPENDIX C: COMMUNICATION VARIABLES Remarks:  Below, an overview of the F131-P specific variables; other common variables are described in the standard table.  All numbers are decimal numbers, unless otherwise noted.  The following variables of the standard table (var00-var30) are not valid for this product and will be responded with value 1: var00, 03-05, 07,08, 16-22, 24, 26-29.
  • Page 48 Page 48 DESCRIPTION BYTES VALUE REMARKS OVERRUN overrun time 1…9,999 steps of 0.1 second (C0h) disable/enable 0=disable (C2h) overrun 1=enable DISPLAY increase / decrease 0=decrease (C3h) 1=increase POWERMANAGEMENT LCD update time 0=fast (50h) 1=1sec 2=3sec 3=15sec 4=30sec 5=off power-mode battery 1 0=operational (51h) 1=shelf...
  • Page 49 0-9,999,999 decimals: see 33 (21h) (C8h) OTHER F131-P VARIABLES FOR COMMUNICATION ACTUAL - variable number 208 (DOh) – 6 bytes READ ACTUAL: The value of actual read using communication might differ from the value that appears on the display. This is due to the fact that the display can only display up to seven digits (e.g.
  • Page 50 Page 50 ACCUMULATED TOTAL - variable number 560 (230h) – 6 bytes Read acc. total: A difference between the read value and the display value, as explained for “Read total”, might appear here too. Write acc. total: Not possible. When reading or writing total or accumulated total it should be noted that the used values are given including the decimals.

  • Page 51: Index Of This Manual

    Page 51 INDEX OF THIS MANUAL accumulated Total Low-battery alarm active output main-function actual settings maintenance analog model 0-10V output NAMUR-signal floating output. Operator level flowrate min. pass code 21, 46 intrinsically safe output. power supply - loop powered isolated output. power supply intrinsically safe output loop powered.
  • Page 52 A - OTHERS A4 pass code 0000 A5 tagnumber 0000000 Fluidwell bv HF131PEN_v0501_05 PO box 6 Voltaweg 23 Website: www.fluidwell.com 5460 AA Veghel 5466 AZ Veghel Find your nearest representative: www.fluidwell.com/representatives The Netherlands The Netherlands Copyright Fluidwell bv - 2012 - HF110AEN_v0501_03...

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