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ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer
Operating Manual
Email: service@galvanic.com
ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer
Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.
Phone: (978) 848--2701
Operating Manual Rev: 2.0E
Toll-Free: 1 (866) 252-8470
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  • Page 1 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc. Phone: (978) 848--2701 Operating Manual Rev: 2.0E Toll-Free: 1 (866) 252-8470 Page 1 of 132...

  • Page 2: Viscosite Vl800 Viscometer

    The operator is required to perform routine maintenance as described herein to keep the warranty in effect. Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc. could interfere with the user’s ability to operate the system. All information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual ABLE OF ONTENTS VL800 V ............... 15 NTRODUCTION TO THE ISCO ISCOMETER ........................15 ONTENTS ........................16 VERVIEW ....................16 RINCIPLE OF PERATION ............... 17 EATURES OF THE ISCO ISCOMETER ....................17 PERATIONAL ONTROL ....................... 18...
  • Page 4 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 3.7.2.1 Connecting the Transducer Cable at the Transmitter (No IS Barriers) ................. 36 Transducer Cable Connection at the Transmitter (with IS Barriers) ....37 3.7.3.1 Connecting the Transducer Cable at the Transmitter (IS Barriers: Intrinsically Safe Side) ............37 3.7.3.2...
  • Page 5 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 4.4.4.2 Editing a Display Units Submenu Parameter’s Units using the Keypad ................63 ..................63 UTPUT ONFIGURATION Accessing the Output Configuration Menu ............63 4.5.1.1 Accessing an Analog Output Configuration Submenu ..... 63 4.5.1.2 Editing an Isolated Analog Output Configuration using the Keypad ..................
  • Page 6 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 5.5.1.3 Loopback ................... 80 ..................81 ISPLAY ONFIGURATION Main Display Configuration/Editing ..............81 5.6.1.1 Selecting/Changing Primary and Secondary Display Parameters..................82 Display Units – Configuration/Editing ..............83 5.6.2.1 Selecting/Changing the Display Units ..........83 Alarms Display - Configuration/Editing .............. 84 5.6.3.1...
  • Page 7 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual – P ? ..........106 HANGES IN ISCO EHAVIOR ROCESS ELATED -- C ......106 ISCO ROUBLESHOOTING UIDE OMMONLY BSERVED SSUES ................109 RANSDUCER ABLE ONTINUITY ..............109 ONTACT ALVANIC PPLIED CIENCES ....................111...
  • Page 8 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual ABLE OF IGURES 1.1: A VL800 V ............16 IGURE NATOMY OF THE ISCO ISCOMETER 2.1: B VL800 V ............18 IGURE LOCK IAGRAM OF ISCO ISCOMETER 2.2: VL800 T ..... 20 IGURE RANSDUCER WITH...
  • Page 9 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 5.16: A ) ........85 IGURE LARMS ISPLAY ONFIGURATION ISPLAY ONFIGURATION 5.17: O ................... 87 IGURE UTPUT ONFIGURATION 5.18: A ) ..........88 IGURE NALOG UTPUTS ECTION UTPUT ONFIGURATION 5.19: R ) ..........90 IGURE...
  • Page 10 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual ABLE OF ABLES 2.1: T ..........19 ABLE RANSDUCER IPS AND ISCOSITY X ENSITY ANGES 3.1: T – N IS B ....36 ABLE RANSDUCER ABLE TO RANSMITTER ERMINAL LOCKS ARRIERS 3.2: W .......... 43...
  • Page 11 THE TRANSDUCER. Failure to do so may lead to transducer damage during shipping to the factory and may void any remaining warranty on the system. Contact Galvanic Applied Sciences if you require factory approved shipping materials. Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.
  • Page 12 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Important Safety Guidelines for the ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Please read the following warnings and cautions carefully before using the ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer. This equipment must be used as specified by the manufacturer or overall safety will be impaired.
  • Page 13 Operating Manual Manufacturer’s Warranty Statement Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. (“Seller”) warrants that its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service in general process conditions for 12 months from the date of Product start-up or 18 months from the date of shipping from Seller’s production facility, whichever comes first (the “Warranty Period”).
  • Page 14 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • Loss, damage, or defects resulting from transportation to Buyer’s facility, improper or inadequate maintenance by Buyer, software or interfaces supplied by Buyer, operation outside the environmental specifications for the instrument, use by unauthorized or untrained personnel or improper site maintenance or preparation.
  • Page 15 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc. Phone: (978) 848--2701 Operating Manual Rev: 2.0E Toll-Free: 1 (866) 252-8470 Page 14 of 132...

  • Page 16: Introduction To The Viscosite Vl800 Viscometer

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 1 Introduction to the ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer 1.1 Contents This manual contains the following information: Section 1 Introduction to the ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer presents introductory information about this manual, the viscometer, and the principle of operation.

  • Page 17: Overview

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 1.2 Overview The ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer comprises a transmitter and a VL800 transducer and provides measurements from which process material viscosity may be determined. The system is capable of measuring flowing and stationary materials across a broad range of viscosities, temperatures, and densities.

  • Page 18: Features Of The Viscosite Viscometer

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual the drive signal, and knowledge of the material density enables calculation of viscosity. Transducer sensor tips with different shapes and surface areas allow measurement across a broad range of kinematic viscosities from 0.1 to 1,000,000 cP (assuming a density of 1.00 g/cm 1.4 Features of the ViscoSite Viscometer...

  • Page 19: System Components

    Operating Manual 2 System Components 2.1 Overview The ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer is a modular system comprising a ViscoSite transmitter and a VL800 viscosity transducer. The two components are connected via a signal cable. The system determines the (Viscosity x Density) product of a material sample stream using the method outlined in Section 1.2.

  • Page 20: Viscosity Transducer - Overview

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 2.2 Viscosity Transducer - Overview The ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer uses the VL800 transducer. The transducer is available with cylindrical, spherical, or rod sensor tips. Each is capable of measuring [Viscosity x Density] over a continuous five-decade range.

  • Page 21: Operating Temperature Range And Cooling Requirements

    • The maximum length of the transducer cable is 300 metres. Alteration of the transducer cable length WILL affect measurements. Contact Galvanic Applied Sciences prior to making any changes to the sensor cable length. Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.

  • Page 22: Intrinsically Safe (Is) Barriers

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 2.4 Intrinsically Safe (IS) Barriers The purpose of the intrinsically safe barriers is to provide protection based on restriction of electrical energy within the apparatus and interconnecting wiring exposed to a potentially explosive atmosphere to a level below that which can cause ignition by either sparking or heating effects.

  • Page 23: Viscosite Transmitter

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 2.5 ViscoSite Transmitter The ViscoSite transmitter comprises • The transmitter motherboard which contains: • 3 user programmable Isolated Analog Outputs; • 2 Digital Relay Outputs for remote data collection and alarm monitoring; • 1 Isolated Analog Input (Density ONLY);...

  • Page 24: Transmitter Enclosure

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Transmitter Enclosure The standard transmitter enclosure (shown in Figure 2.4) is NEMA-4X rated and is suitable for installation in Class 1 Division 2 hazardous and non-hazardous areas. The front of the standard enclosure allows the operator to observe both the results and system status without opening the enclosure.

  • Page 25: Transmitter Motherboard

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual These include, but are not limited to • LCD configuration; • Analog Output scaling; • Digital Relay Configuration. See Section 4 for a comprehensive guide to configuration and operation of the transmitter via the front keypad.

  • Page 26: Power Supply

    • 1 USB Connector for connection via external USB A 2.0 port (female); • 1 Transmitter Power Supply connection. Power Supply The ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer’s transmitter may be powered by either • 24VDC (10-32VDC) • 90-240VAC 50-60Hz The transmitter has been configured at the factory based on the requirements of your installation.

  • Page 27: Receipt, Unpacking, Proper Handling, And Installation

    When the system arrives, inspect the packaging for external signs of damage. If there is any obvious physical damage, DO NOT OPEN. Contact the shipping carrier’s agent and Galvanic Applied Sciences immediately to report the damage. Please request that the carrier's agent be present when the packaging is opened and the system is unpacked.

  • Page 28: Proper Handling Of The Viscosite Transducer

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 3.1: Transducer Shipping Containers: Wooden Crate (L), Cardboard Box 3.3 Proper Handling of the ViscoSite Transducer Lift the transducer using the flange and/or transducer dome end only! Refer to Figure 3.2. Figure 3.2: Handling the ViscoSite Transducer DO NOT •...

  • Page 29: Installation Requirements

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 3.4 Installation Requirements Electrical Requirements The power requirement is 10W. Selecting the Installation Location of the Transducer 3.4.2.1 Sample Temperature and Environmental Considerations operating temperature ranges cooling requirements for the VL800 transducer are given in Section 2.2.1.
  • Page 30 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Adherence to the following should aid in minimizing the influence of vibration: Do’s: • Install the transducer either upstream or as far downstream as possible from mechanical noise sources such as pumps, motors, agitators, and moving machinery.

  • Page 31: Flow Considerations

    In situations where the transducer must be installed perpendicular to the process flow, high viscosity material and / or higher flow rates may damage the transducer. Galvanic Applied Sciences will work with you to address your needs during the design process. Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.

  • Page 32: Installation Considerations For The Transmitter

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Installation Considerations for the Transmitter The ViscoSite transmitter is designed for operation at temperatures from 0° C to 60° C. The transmitter should be mounted in a location where it is • not exposed to direct sunlight or rainfall •...

  • Page 33: Hazardous Area Classification Information

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Hazardous Area Classification Information Transmitter: Class 1, Division 2 Groups B, C, D ATEX / IECEx EEx G3 nC IIC T4 (Future) Transducer: Class 1 Division 1 Groups B, C, D ATEX 1G EEX ia IIB T3 (VL800) 3.5 Transducer Installation...

  • Page 34: Using The Transducer Position Indexing Mark During Installation And Removal

    If the process pipe cannot be suitably secured, an optional Sanitary Sample Cell can be used to ensure a stable, stress free mounting. Contact Galvanic Applied Sciences for further information. For sanitary clamps, follow the clamp manufacturer’s guidelines for minimum torque. A clamp which is not secured properly may lead to unstable ViscoSite Viscometer measurements.

  • Page 35: Threaded Transducer Mount

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Threaded Transducer Mount A threaded transducer mount may be appropriate for high temperature, high pressure applications. The threaded transducer mount eliminates the stagnant region of flow in a standard flange mount (without an integral neck extension) by flush mounting the probe into the process.
  • Page 36 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • Securely fasten the cable to the transducer receptacle using the threaded coupling at the end of the transducer cable. Figure 3.8 shows a representative transducer cable installation. Figure 3.8: Connecting the Transducer Cable at the Transducer Figure 3.9 indicates the pinout of the cable connecting receptacle on...

  • Page 37: Transducer Cable Connection At The Transmitter (No Is Barriers)

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Transducer Cable Connection at the Transmitter (no IS Barriers) The transducer cable should enter the transmitter enclosure through gland E on the bottom of the transmitter enclosure (See Figure 3.15.) If the transmitter is not equipped with IS Barriers (refer to Section 2.4),...

  • Page 38: Transducer Cable Connection At The Transmitter (With Is Barriers)

    / or inaccurate measurements. Galvanic Applied Sciences assumes no risk nor liability for any outcome associated with the failure to make the above described ground wiring connection.

  • Page 39: Grounding Of The Intrinsically Safe Barriers

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Intrinsically Safe Non-Intrinsically Safe Side Side (Transducer in (Transmitter in Non- Hazardous Area) Hazardous / Declassified Area) Figure 3.10: Standard IS Barrier Connection General Applications (Up to 200 °C) Intrinsically Safe Non-Intrinsically Safe Side Side (Transducer in...

  • Page 40: Transducer Cooling Requirements

    IS barriers such that the transducer is capable of operation. Galvanic Applied Sciences assumes no risk nor liability for any outcome associated with the failure to make or maintain the above described ground wiring connection.

  • Page 41: Transducer Cooling - Air / Inert Gas

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Transducer Cooling - Air / Inert Gas If the process temperature is such that the block/dome temperature would be between 200 °C and 300 °C without additional cooling, air / inert gas cooling is required to keep the block/dome temperature at or below 200 °C.

  • Page 42: Transducer Cooling - Water

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 3.13: Installation of Air / Inert Gas Cooling for the ViscoSite Transducer There is no hermetic seal within the dome to isolate sensitive transducer components, as this would hamper cooling. The cooling air or inert gas MUST be dry and free of contaminants.

  • Page 43: Installing The 1/8" Npt Water Cooling Fittings

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 3.8.2.1 Installing the 1/8” NPT Water Cooling Fittings Four cooling ports are provided on the dome. Only two will be used. • Remove the cooling port shipping plugs only from the two ports opposite one another to be used (inlet and outlet.) The ports are located in the area below the...

  • Page 44: Enclosure Feedthroughs / (Glands) And External Ports

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 3.9 Enclosure Feedthroughs / (Glands) and External Ports Feed-through glands are provided for passage of wiring into the ViscoSite transmitter enclosure for the following: • 3 Isolated Analog Outputs; • 1 Isolated Analog Density Input;...

  • Page 45: Transmitter Connections: Isolated Analog Outputs, Isolated Analog Input (Density), And Digital Relays

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 3.10 Transmitter Connections: Isolated Analog Outputs, Isolated Analog Input (Density), and Digital Relays Isolated Analog Outputs The ViscoSite transmitter provides three configurable self-powered 3- wire Isolated Analog Output channels. These analog outputs are accessed via terminal blocks J6, J7, and J8 of the ViscoSite transmitter.

  • Page 46: Isolated Analog Input (Density)

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Analog Terminal Output Position Function Block Channel Current Out (0-20 / 4-20 mA) (+) Current Out (0-20 / 4-20 mA) (-) Voltage Out (0-10 / 2-10 VDC) Ground Current Out (0-20 / 4-20 mA) (+)

  • Page 47: Connecting The Isolated Analog Input (Density) Wiring

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 3.10.2.1 Connecting the Isolated Analog Input (Density) Wiring • Ensure the jumper on JP4 on the motherboard is installed across pins 1 and 2 before attaching signal connections. • Connect the appropriate density measurement device output cable to terminal block J9 according to Table 3.4.

  • Page 48: Connecting The Digital Relay Output Wiring

    ALL communication interfaces. RS232C/RS485 Measurement data is available via this port for capture and subsequent analysis. Please contact Galvanic Applied Sciences if you wish to use the Modbus RTU output from this port. Connecting the Serial Communications Port 3.11.1.1 Wiring Connect serial communications wiring at terminal block J12 as indicated in Table 3.6 for your chosen configuration.

  • Page 49: Usb Connection To A Local Pc

    COM port software and / or drivers. Please contact your organization’s IT department for assistance. Galvanic Applied Sciences has no interest, financial or otherwise, in STMicroelectronics. Galvanic Applied Sciences shall not be held liable or responsible for any unexpected behavior of the customer’s computing devices or network operations arising from the installation and /or use of third-party software.

  • Page 50: Communications With The Viscosite Transmitter Via Usb Using A Virtual Com Port (Local Pc)

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 3.11.2.1 Communications with the ViscoSite Transmitter via USB using a Virtual COM Port (Local PC) • Create a virtual COM port on your local Windows PC by installing the (provided) ST Link virtual COM port drivers or run another virtual COM port software installer package on all PC’s that will run the ViscoSite...

  • Page 51: Ethernet Port Lan Connection To A Remote Pc

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual A communications session between the transmitter and a local PC via USB can now be established. See 5 for instructions regarding initiation of a communications session between the transmitter and the ViscoSite software on the local PC.

  • Page 52: Simultaneous Communication Sessions - Usb And Ethernet

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual saved to the transmitter via the transmitter keypad. See Section 4.6.3. • Ensure the transmitter’s LAN port is connected to the LAN. • Connect the PC’s Ethernet LAN cable to the LAN on which the ViscoSite transmitter resides.

  • Page 53: Viscosite Transmitter Configuration Via The Integral Keypad And Lcd

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 4 ViscoSite Transmitter Configuration via the Integral Keypad and LCD 4.1 Introduction The ViscoSite transmitter may be configured via the integral membrane keypad located on the front of the swing panel in conjunction with the LCD screen above it.

  • Page 54: Integral Keypad And Status Leds

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 4.3 Integral Keypad and Status LEDs The integral membrane keypad used to retrieve, edit, and save parameter values to the ViscoSite transmitter is located below the LCD on the front of the swing panel. The keypad is located inside the ViscoSite transmitter’s enclosure and should be accessed ONLY if the area is known to be non-hazardous.

  • Page 55: Integral Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Integral Keypad The numerical and decimal point keys are used for parameter value entry. The functions of the additional buttons on the keypad are listed in Table 4.1. Button Function Exits out of a menu.

  • Page 56: Front Panel Status Leds

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Front Panel Status LEDs Located above the keypad, a row of four LEDs provides overall status information about the ViscoSite system. The LED functions and behaviors are listed in Table 4.2. Color Label (When State...

  • Page 57: Display Setup Menu

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 4.4 Display Setup Menu Pressing the “Display Setup” button on the front panel keypad allows access to the Display Setup menu. The Display Setup menu allows for selection of the parameters displayed on the transmitter’s LCD and the units with which they are displayed.

  • Page 58: Editing A Main Display Submenu Parameter Using The Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Each line may be configured to: • Display a single parameter (Pri=Primary) or • Alternate between the display of a primary and secondary (Sec=Secondary) parameter. The alternating display behavior on the configured line takes effect once a secondary parameter choice has been saved to the transmitter.

  • Page 59: Alarms Display Submenu

    Secondary Display for each Line (1-4) of the Display Setup submenu ‡The “Pe and Gain” selection is for diagnostic use only. Please do not configure this parameter for display unless requested by a Galvanic Applied Sciences Service Representative. Alarms Display Submenu 4.4.3.1...

  • Page 60: Default Alarms Display Behavior

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 4.5: Alarms Display Menu (Partial) This submenu allows selection of the LCD line on which an alarm is displayed the manner (method) in which it will be visually displayed. The Alarm Parameters selected here apply ONLY to VISUAL INDICATION of the alarms on the front panel display.
  • Page 61 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual alarm/behavior, the second pair of entries be used to specify Line 2 alarm behavior, etc. The system default configured at the factory for Line 1 display parameter (see Section 4.4.2) is Primary parameter only, Steady display...

  • Page 62: Editing An Alarms Display Submenu Parameter Using The Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual If a parameter has NOT been configured to display as either a Primary or Secondary Display Parameter, no VISUAL Alarm indication will display on the LCD screen of the transmitter. If using ONLY Primary display parameters AND alarming...

  • Page 63: Display Units Submenu

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual the ViscoSite Software via the Alarms Display section of the Display Setup screen. See Section 5.6.3 for information on how to configure the Alarm DISPLAY limits. Alarm parameter selection and alarm limits for analog outputs and relays cannot be set from within this sub menu.

  • Page 64: Editing A Display Units Submenu Parameter's Units Using The Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 4.4.4.2 Editing a Display Units Submenu Parameter’s Units using the Keypad • Use the Up/Down arrow keys to scroll through the entries. • Press ENTER to select the desired parameter. • Edit the parameter choice to reflect the desired units for the parameter.

  • Page 65: Editing An Isolated Analog Output Configuration Using The Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 4.8: Analog Output Configuration Submenu Four editable parameters exist for each isolated Analog Output. They are shown in Table 4.6. Parameter Meaning Selectable Values Current 4-20 (mA) Analog Output Voltage 2-10 (V DC) MODE...

  • Page 66: Accessing A Digital Relay Output Submenu

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • Press ENTER to save the edited value of the selection to the transmitter. Pressing ESC during analog output configuration editing when the cursor is at the end of a line aborts parameter editing without saving changes.

  • Page 67: Editing A Relay Output Configuration Using The Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Parameter Meaning Selectable Values None Density Viscosity Temp Probe (Transducer Sensor Parameter set to Tip Temperature) MEASURE alarm on the given Temp Dome relay (Transducer-block RTD temperature) Temp Elec (Transmitter Enclosure Temperature) Low alarm value –...

  • Page 68: Option Setup Menu

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual The relay outputs may also be configured using the ViscoSite software. See Section . 4.6 Option Setup Menu Accessing the Option Setup Submenu • Press the Option Setup button on the keypad; • The Option submenu shown in Figure 4.10 is displayed.

  • Page 69: Editing Density, Nom Temp, Time Avg, Avg Time Option Setup Submenu Parameters Using The Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Parameter Options Explanation Value If compensated viscosity per ASTM Temperature D341. Compensated See Section 5.8.4. Viscosity is to be calculated With Time averaging enabled, the calculated ViscoSite viscosity parameter value is calculated from the average of the viscosity parameter readings over a user selected time- interval (seconds) and displayed.

  • Page 70: Network Configuration

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • Press ENTER to save the edited value of the selection to the transmitter. Pressing ESC during relay output configuration editing when the cursor is at the end of a line aborts parameter editing without saving changes.

  • Page 71: Editing A Network Configuration Submenu Parameter Using The Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Subnet – the Subnet mask for the network The transmitter must be assigned a static IP address. The ViscoSite system will not negotiate a connection with a DHCP server. The network configuration values should be selected in consultation with the IT department at the user’s facility.

  • Page 72: Editing A Com Setup Submenu Parameter Using The Keypad

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual The COM Setup submenu, used to configure the ViscoSite transmitter’s serial port, is shown in Figure 4.12. Figure 4.12: COM Setup Submenu The serial port communications protocol options are RS- 232 and RS485. 4.6.4.2 Editing a COM Setup Submenu Parameter using the Keypad •...

  • Page 73: Transmitter Configuration Using The Viscosite Software For Pc

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 5 Transmitter Configuration Using the ViscoSite Software for PC 5.1 Introduction The ViscoSite PC software is a robust graphical user interface that can be used to configure the vast majority of the transmitter’s options, parameters, and settings.

  • Page 74: Connect, Enter Password, Change Password

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 5.1: ViscoSite Software Home Screen Connect, Enter Password, Change Password • Connect –Selecting “Connect” displays the “Connection” dialog box listing all ViscoSite transmitters to which the user may connect. Refer to Section 5.5 for more details about connecting the ViscoSite software to a ViscoSite transmitter.

  • Page 75: Toolbar (Operator Level)

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Technician elevated access level password within the ViscoSite software. The user must already be signed in at an elevated access level to use this function. • See Section 5.3 for a discussion of software access levels and changing passwords.

  • Page 76: Accessing The Operator Level (Read Only)

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Accessing the Operator Level (Read Only) The ViscoSite SW connects to the transmitter by default at the Operator (Read Only) access level. No password entry is required for this user level. The Operator level user may view the configuration on each screen of the ViscoSite software but is unable to make any changes to the parameters or configurations.

  • Page 77: Changing A Password (Technician)

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 5.5: Invalid Password Changing a Password (Technician) It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to CHANGE the DEFAULT access password for the Technician access level to prevent accidental parameter modification, unauthorized access, and/or tampering with the system configuration.

  • Page 78: Clearing Passwords For Password Protected Access Levels

    However, an Operator will gain access to Technician level access by opening the “Enter Password” box and clicking “OK”. Galvanic Applied Sciences strongly recommends retaining password protection to the Technician access level to prevent accidental modification or unauthorized changes to critical system parameters.

  • Page 79: Technician And Factory Level Permissions

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • Enter the new password into the two text fields in the “New Password” section, ensuring that the passwords typed into the “Password” and “Retype Password” fields are the same. • Click OK. The password for the Technician Level access is restored.

  • Page 80: Connecting To The Transmitter Via The Viscosite Software

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual With an active communications session between the PC and the ViscoSite transmitter, a user logged into the software at the Factory access level sees the Toolbar shown below in Figure 5.9. Figure 5.9: Toolbar (Factory Level)

  • Page 81: Loopback

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • From the Home Screen (Figure 5.1), press the “Connect” button, displaying the “Select Port” dialog. See Figure 5.10. Figure 5.10: "Select Port" Dialog • This prompt displays all COM (communications) ports through which the software can connect to ViscoSite transmitters.

  • Page 82: Display Configuration Page

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 5.6 Display Configuration Page Clicking the “Display Setup” button on the toolbar displays the Display Configuration screen. The Display Configuration screen is shown in Figure 5.12. Figure 5.12: Display Configuration Page The Display Configuration screen is divided into three sections: •...

  • Page 83: Selecting/Changing Primary And Secondary Display Parameters

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual The Main Display section comprises a four-row table with columns for selecting the Primary and Secondary Display parameters to be displayed on the LCD. The first column, titled “Line” indicates the line number of the LCD being configured (1 to 4).

  • Page 84: Display Units - Configuration/Editing

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • To exit the menu WITHOUT saving the most recent changes, click “Continue.” • Click “Cancel” to remain in the menu. Changes made are retained on screen but not yet stored to the transmitter. Display Units – Configuration/Editing...

  • Page 85: Alarms Display - Configuration/Editing

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • To save the most recent changes, click “Save.” This sends the updated information to the transmitter. • To exit the menu without saving the most recent changes, click “Continue.” • To remain in the menu, click “Cancel.” The most recent changes remain on the screen for further editing.

  • Page 86: Figure 5.16: Alarmsd

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 5.16: Alarms Display Configuration (Display Configuration) The Alarms Display parameters, their options, and their functional descriptions are given in Table 5.3. Parameter Options Functional Description Selects the line of the Transmitter LCD on which the alarm for the selected parameter...

  • Page 87: Selecting And Editing A Display Alarm Configuration

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual The Alarm Source column cannot be edited. It contains a simple list of all possible parameters than can be configured to display an alarm on the LCD. The values in the “Units” column are derived from the measurement units selected in the Display Units portion of the Display Setup screen.

  • Page 88: Selecting And Editing A Display Alarm Upper Or Lower Limit

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 5.6.3.2 Selecting and Editing a Display Alarm Upper or Lower Limit • Click on the desired Alarm Limit cell. • Press ENTER/RETURN on the keyboard. • Edit the numerical value. • Press ENTER/RETURN on the keyboard.

  • Page 89: Analog Outputs

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual The Output Configuration page is divided into two sections: • Analog Outputs, • Relay Outputs. Analog Outputs The Analog Outputs section of the Output Configuration page allows for configuration of each of the three isolated analog outputs of the ViscoSite transmitter.

  • Page 90: Selecting And Editing An Output Type And/Or Measurement Parameter For Analog Outputs

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Parameter Explanation <Blank> Nothing output on this line if this option is selected Viscosity Present calculated viscosity parameter Temp Probe Present temperature measured by the transducer probe RTD Temp Dome Present temperature measured by the transducer...

  • Page 91: Relay Outputs

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • To exit the menu without saving the most recent changes, click “Continue.” • To remain in the menu, click “Cancel.” The most recent changes remain on the screen for further editing. They are not sent to the transmitter.

  • Page 92: Selecting And Editing Measurement And/Or Active Relay Condition Parameters

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual the units for the parameter selected in the Display Units portion of the Display Configuration screen. The values in the “Units” column are derived from the measurement units selected in the “Units” section of the Display Setup page (see Section 5.6.2).

  • Page 93: Options Setup Page

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Section 5.7.2.2 applies ONLY to the configuration of lower and/or upper numerical limits for the analog output and relay ranges. Ranges for DISPLAY alarms are configured in the Alarms Display section of the software. See Section 5.6.3.2.

  • Page 94: Automatic Density

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 5.21: Density Options To calculate VALID results for any measurement units other than (cP x g/cm ) (Viscosity x Density), the ViscoSite system MUST have valid density information at process conditions for the material being measured.

  • Page 95: Manual Density

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual The ViscoSite Density input is an ISOLATED analog input. The density transducer output MUST be isolated from earth ground to avoid undesirable system behavior. If the Density transducer output range is not configured correctly on the density transducer, incorrect values for the minimum and maximum densities are entered into the ViscoSite software.

  • Page 96: Temperature Compensation

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Manual Density is successfully used in processes where there is little to no variation in the material density during processing. If large variations in the material density are expected, Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc. strongly recommends the use of a Density transducer installed in close proximity to the ViscoSite transducer’s sensor tip for...

  • Page 97: Disabling Temperature Compensation

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual All temperature values must be input in degrees Celsius. All viscosities must be entered in the same units as those displayed on the LCD. • Click in the Normal Temperature box and enter the expected “normal” material temperature the probe is expected to see when the process is functioning “ideally”...

  • Page 98: Miscellaneous Options

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual • To exit the menu without saving the most recent changes, click “Continue.” • To remain in the menu, click “Cancel.” The most recent changes remain on the screen for further editing. They are not sent to the transmitter.

  • Page 99: Selecting An Appropriate Time Averaging Span For Your Process

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Selecting an Appropriate Time Averaging Span for Your Process To determine an optimal time averaging span, begin with low values and increase the averaging time span to a value where the resultant ViscoSite readings are most representative of the aspects of the process behavior with which you are concerned while monitoring and controlling your process.
  • Page 100 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual LCD and are not being communicated via relay or isolated analog output to a central data center. Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc. Phone: (978) 848--2701 Operating Manual Rev: 2.0E Toll-Free: 1 (866) 252-8470...

  • Page 101: Preventative Maintenance

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 6 Preventative Maintenance 6.1 Preventative Maintenance Guidelines The transducer calibration should be checked at least once per year (See Section 6.3.) The ViscoSite Viscometer has been designed for essentially maintenance- free operation. The transducer has no moving parts and is hermetically sealed from the process.

  • Page 102: Figure 6.3: Bent

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual When removing the viscosity transducer for cleaning / maintenance, DO NOT lift the viscosity transducer by the probe end or allow the transducer to rest on the probe tip. This may cause irreparable damage to the viscosity transducer! Lift using the flange or transducer dome end only! Refer to Figure 6.2.

  • Page 103: Checking The Transducer Calibration

    This may be a Newtonian Viscosity Standard or other material of known viscosity and density at a known temperature. Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. recommends the use of Cannon Viscosity Standards, available directly from Galvanic. Should the viscosity measurement range of the transducer be sufficiently low, distilled water may be used. The viscosity of distilled water is about 0.9 cP at 25 °C, with a density of 1 g/cm3.

  • Page 104: Setting Up The Transducer For The Calibration Check

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Setting up the Transducer for the Calibration Check A stable and well controlled temperature environment will provide the most accurate results. 6.3.1.1 Mounting the Transducer for the Calibration Check For small transducers, mount the transducer on the stand originally provided using rubber shock mounts as shown in Figure 6.5.

  • Page 105: Performing The Calibration Check

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Figure 6.6: Setting up Transducer for the Calibration Check (Large Transducers) 6.3.1.2 Performing the Calibration Check • Ensure the transducer and standards are at the desired test temperature. • Set the density mode to Manual Density and enter the density of the standard to be measured and save it to the transmitter.
  • Page 106 / tank. Remember to follow the guidelines given in Section 3.5.1.2 when reinstalling a transducer. If the calibration check does not produce acceptable results, refer to 7 and/or contact Galvanic Applied Sciences for support. Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.

  • Page 107: Troubleshooting The Viscosite Viscometer

    Table 7.1 lists the most commonly observed issues and their most likely solutions. If the solutions listed in the table do not resolve the issue, please contact the service department of Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. (Section 7.5.) Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.
  • Page 108 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Symptom Possible Causes / Solutions Transmitter LCD • Transmitter not connected to power supply. Check screen dark AC or DC connection. • Ribbon cable connecting from display board on swing panel to motherboard is loose/disconnected.

  • Page 109: Table 7.1: Visco Sitet

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Symptom Possible Causes / Solutions Viscosity • Process temperature or other process variable may parameter displays have changed and is affecting viscosity. Investigate reading close to all other process parameters for possible correlation. but out of normal •...

  • Page 110: Transducer Cable Continuity Test

    Table 7.2: Transducer Cable Continuity Test – Expected Results If the results of the continuity test do not match the expected results shown in Table 7.2, contact the service department of Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc for assistance. Refer to Section 7.5 for contact information.
  • Page 111 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Toll Free (CANADA/USA): 1-866-252-8470 Email: service@galvanic.com Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. 7000 Fisher Road SE Calgary, AB T2H 0W3 CANADA Phone: (403) 252-8470 Toll Free (CANADA/USA): 1-866-252-8470 E-mail: service@galvanic.com Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.

  • Page 112: Viscosite System Diagrams

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 8 ViscoSite System Diagrams 8.1 System Diagrams Transmitter, Transmitter Enclosure, and IS Barriers (6)– No Block/Dome RTD Figure 8.1: Transmitter, Transmitter Enclosure, IS Barriers – No Block/Dome RTD Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc.

  • Page 113: Transmitter, Transmitter Enclosure, And Is Barriers (7)- With Block/Dome Rtd

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Transmitter, Transmitter Enclosure, and IS Barriers (7)– With Block/Dome RTD Figure 8.2: Transmitter, Transmitter Enclosure, IS Barriers – With Block/Dome RTD Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc. Phone: (978) 848--2701 Operating Manual Rev: 2.0E...

  • Page 114: Transmitter, Transmitter Enclosure- No Is Barriers, With/Without Block/Dome Rtd

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Transmitter, Transmitter Enclosure– No IS Barriers, With/Without Block/Dome RTD Figure 8.3: Transmitter, Transmitter Enclosure– Wthout IS Barriers With/Without Block/Dome RTD, Email: service@galvanic.com ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc. Phone: (978) 848--2701 Operating Manual Rev: 2.0E...

  • Page 115: Viscosite System Technical Specifications

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 9 ViscoSite System Technical Specifications 9.1 Performance Specifications Range 4 (four) decades from 0.1 – 1 000 000 cP x g/cm (depends on transducer configuration) (See Section 2.2) Accuracy ±2% of reading Reproducibility ±1% of reading Repeatability ±0.25% of reading...

  • Page 116: Instrument Specifications

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 9.3 Instrument Specifications Size Transmitter: 301mm (H) x 335mm (W) x 172mm (D) (12” x 13” x 7”) VL800 Transducer: Depends on application Weight Transmitter: 5.5kg (12lb) VL800 Transducer: Depends on application Power 10 W @ 24VDC or 90-265 VAC...

  • Page 117: Viscosite Spare Parts

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 10 ViscoSite Spare Parts 10.1 ViscoSite Spare Parts List The following is a list of common spare parts available from Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. for the ViscoSite system. Description Part Number Power Supply N700009 EMI/RF Filter...

  • Page 118: Visco Site Modbus Registers

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 11 ViscoSite Modbus Registers Introduction The Modbus register list for the ViscoSite system can be viewed in the Engineering Page of the ViscoSite Software ONLY when logged in to the ViscoSite PC software at the ‘Factory’ access level (see Section 5.4.2). Pressing the ‘Engineering’...

  • Page 119: Filtering The Modbus Register List

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 11.2 Filtering the Modbus Register List The Modbus data may be filtered to display subsets of information by • Register name, • Index, • Data type. To Filter the Modbus Register List • Click on the funnel icon ( ) on the right side of the column header of the column you wish to filter by.

  • Page 120: Clearing All Currently Applied Filters

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual The filtering dialog box shown in Figure 11.2 is for the data type column. The upper portion of the dialog lists all of the values in the column. • Place a checkmark in the box to the left of the item by which to filter.

  • Page 121: Figure 5.15: Viscosity

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Explanation Allowed Values Density Units Stores selected units for g/cm density. Display Method Stores Alarm Display Steady behavior on LCD Screen Blinking for all 7 alarmable Alternating parameters Not used Distance Units Stores selected units to...

  • Page 122: Table 11.1: Modbus Data

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Explanation Allowed Values mg/cm Stores entered manual Entered as mg/cm , not density value. g/cm so that value is stored as an integer number. (Default=1000 mg/cm 1.000 g/cm Milliseconds Stores selected time 0 or positive integer...

  • Page 123: Editing Modbus Values

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual 11.4 Editing Modbus Values When editing the value column, the value entered must be within the limits given in the Allowed Values column of Table 11.1. If it is not, the cell border will turn red to indicate that the entered quantity is invalid.
  • Page 124 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Position 3 fixed- Options_TemperatureCompensation_LowTemperature 400280 decimal Position 3 fixed- Options_TemperatureCompensation_LowViscosity 400282 decimal Position 3 fixed- Options_TemperatureCompensation_NominalTemperature 400284 decimal Electrical AnalogInputs1_ElectricalInterface 400436 Interface Measurements AnalogInputs1_Measurement 400438 Position 3 fixed- AnalogInputs1_Min 400440 decimal...
  • Page 125 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Analog Relays1_Measurement 400820 Measurement Relay Trigger Relays1_TriggerResponse 400822 Position 3 fixed- Relays1_UpperValue 400824 decimal Position 3 fixed- Relays1_LowerValue 400826 decimal Analog Relays2_Measurement 400836 Measurement Relay Trigger Relays2_TriggerResponse 400838 Position 3 fixed-...
  • Page 126 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Position 3 fixed- Alarms5_LowerValue 401018 decimal Integer Alarms6_DisplayLine 401028 Display Method Alarms6_DisplayMethod 401030 Position 3 fixed- Alarms6_UpperValue 401032 decimal Position 3 fixed- Alarms6_LowerValue 401034 decimal Integer Alarms7_DisplayLine 401044 Display Method Alarms7_DisplayMethod...
  • Page 127 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Integer Calibration4_ADValue1 401550 Integer Calibration4_ADValue2 401552 Integer Calibration4_ADValue3 401554 Position 3 fixed- Calibration4_Frequency 401556 decimal Position 3 fixed- Calibration4_ProbeTemperature 401558 decimal Integer Calibration4_LotNumber 401560 cPxg/cm x 1000 Calibration5_Value 401564 Integer Calibration5_ADValue1...
  • Page 128 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Position 3 fixed- Calibration8_ProbeTemperature 401622 decimal Integer Calibration8_LotNumber 401624 cPxg/cm x 1000 Calibration9_Value 401628 Integer Calibration9_ADValue1 401630 Integer Calibration9_ADValue2 401632 Integer Calibration9_ADValue3 401634 Position 3 fixed- Calibration9_Frequency 401636 decimal Position 3 fixed-...
  • Page 129 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Integer Calibration13_ADValue2 401696 Integer Calibration13_ADValue3 401698 Position 3 fixed- Calibration13_Frequency 401700 decimal Position 3 fixed- Calibration13_ProbeTemperature 401702 decimal Integer Calibration13_LotNumber 401704 cPxg/cm x 1000 Calibration14_Value 401708 Integer Calibration14_ADValue1 401710 Integer Calibration14_ADValue2...
  • Page 130 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Integer Calibration17_LotNumber 401768 cPxg/cm x 1000 Calibration18_Value 401772 Integer Calibration18_ADValue1 401774 Integer Calibration18_ADValue2 401776 Integer Calibration18_ADValue3 401778 Position 3 fixed- Calibration18_Frequency 401780 decimal Position 3 fixed- Calibration18_ProbeTemperature 401782 decimal Integer Calibration18_LotNumber...
  • Page 131 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Position 3 fixed- Validation3_ProbeTemperature 402176 decimal Integer Validation3_LotNumber 402178 cPxg/cm x 1000 Validation4_Viscosity 402188 cPxg/cm x 1000 Validation4_MeasuredViscosity 402190 Position 3 fixed- Validation4_ProbeTemperature 402192 decimal Integer Validation4_LotNumber 402194 cPxg/cm x 1000...
  • Page 132 ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Position 3 fixed- Validation11_ProbeTemperature 402304 decimal Integer Validation11_LotNumber 402306 cPxg/cm x 1000 Validation12_Viscosity 402316 cPxg/cm x 1000 Validation12_MeasuredViscosity 402318 Position 3 fixed- Validation12_ProbeTemperature 402320 decimal Integer Validation12_LotNumber 402322 cPxg/cm x 1000...

  • Page 133: Table 11.2: Modbusr

    ViscoSite VL800 Viscometer Operating Manual Data Type Register Index Position 3 fixed- Validation19_ProbeTemperature 402432 decimal Integer Validation19_LotNumber 402434 cPxg/cm x 1000 Validation20_Viscosity 402444 cPxg/cm x 1000 Validation20_MeasuredViscosity 402446 Position 3 fixed- Validation20_ProbeTemperature 402448 decimal Integer Validation20_LotNumber 402450 Position 3 fixed-...

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