Blancett QuikSert B131-038 User Manual

Explosion-proof turbine flow meter

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Turbine Flow Meter
QuikSert® Explosion-Proof
User Manual
TRB-UM-00287-EN-06 (April 2020)

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Summary of Contents for Blancett QuikSert B131-038

  • Page 1 Turbine Flow Meter QuikSert® Explosion-Proof User Manual TRB-UM-00287-EN-06 (April 2020)
  • Page 2 Turbine Flow Meter, QuikSert® Explosion-Proof Page ii TRB-UM-00287-EN-06 April 2020...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User Manual CONTENTS Scope of This Manual � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4 Unpacking and Inspection �...
  • Page 4: Scope Of This Manual

    Scope of This Manual SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL This manual is intended to help you get the QuikSert turbine flow meter up and running quickly� IMPORTANT Read this manual carefully before attempting any installation or operation. Keep the manual accessible for future reference. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Upon opening the shipping container, visually inspect the product and applicable accessories for any physical damage such as scratches, loose or broken parts, or...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    The meter produces a sine wave signal proportional to its volumetric flow rate� With optional Blancett electronics, QuikSert provides local flow rate and volume totalization and will interface with most instruments, PLCs and computers�...
  • Page 6 Operating Principle Figure 2: Etching OTE: For easy reference, the meter specifications that include part number, serial number, maximum working pressure, and minimum and maximum operating temperature are etched or imprinted on the meter body� Page 6 TRB-UM-00287-EN-06 April 2020...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Thread a magnetic pickup (Blancett model B111109 or equivalent) into the conduit adapter completely finger tight without forcing� Secure with a lock nut if supplied� Install conduit or other fittings suitable for the installation area onto the conduit adapter hub on the flow meter�...
  • Page 8 Installation QuikSert Turbine Flow Meter Isolation Valve 10 Pipe Diameters 5 Pipe Diameters Minimum Minimum Figure 4: Meter installation without using a bypass line This is true with any restriction in the flow line that may cause the liquid to flash� If necessary, air eliminators should be installed to ensure that the meter is not incorrectly measuring entrained air or gas�...
  • Page 9: Operational Startup

    Operational Startup OPERATIONAL STARTUP The following steps should be followed when installing and starting the meter� MAKE SURE THAT FLUID FLOW HAS BEEN SHUT OFF AND PRESSURE IN THE LINE RELEASED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL THE METER IN AN EXISTING SYSTEM.
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause Remedy • Cavitation • Increase back pressure • Debris on rotor support • Clean meter Meter indicates higher than • Build up of foreign material • Clean meter actual flow rate on meter bore •...
  • Page 11: Specifications

    Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Body 316/316L stainless steel Rotor CD4MCu stainless steel Materials of Bearings Tungsten carbide Construction Rotor Shaft Tungsten carbide Rotor Support 316L –150…350° F (–101…177° C) standard Operating Temperatures to 450° F (232° C) with high-temp pickup, consult factory for details Temperature The standard meter should not be subjected to temperatures above 350°...
  • Page 12: Meter Parts

    Meter Parts METER PARTS Magnetic Pickup (Not Included) Rotor Assembly Conduit Adapter Bushing Meter Body Thrust Ball Rotor Support Retaining Ring FLOW Figure 5: Typical cross-section of models B131C-038 through B131-100 Magnetic Pickup (Not Included) Conduit Adapter Rotor Assembly Bushing Meter Body Thrust Ball Rotor Support...
  • Page 13: Part Number Information

    Part Number Information PART NUMBER INFORMATION Meter Bore Max. Pres- Part Flow Strainer Approx. K-Factor Size × Line Weight sure Drop Number* Compliant Range Mesh pulses/US gal Size (in.) (psi) B131-038 3/8 × 1 Coming soon 18,000 — 3�75 B131-050 1/2 ×...
  • Page 14: Strainer Recommendations

    Part Number Information Strainer Recommendations Part Number Strainer Mesh Clearance (in.) Filter Size B131-038 0�0092 260 Micron B131-050 0�0092 260 Micron B131-075 0�0092 260 Micron B131-088 0�0092 260 Micron B131-100 0�0092 260 Micron B132-050 0�0092 260 Micron B132-075 0�0092 260 Micron B132-088 0�0092 260 Micron...
  • Page 15 User Manual INTENTIONAL BLANK PAGE April 2020 TRB-UM-00287-EN-06 Page 15...
  • Page 16 Control. Manage. Optimize. BLANCETT and QuikSert are registered trademarks of Badger Meter, Inc� Other trademarks appearing in this document are the property of their respective entities� Due to continuous research, product improvements and enhancements, Badger Meter reserves the right to change product or system specifications without notice, except to the extent an outstanding contractual obligation exists�...

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