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Flow computer temperature compensation for corrected liquid volume
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F126-P-EL-TP
FLOW COMPUTER
temperature compensation for corrected liquid volume
Signal input flowmeter: pulse, Namur and coil
Signal outputs: (0)4-20mA ref. flow rate and pulse ref. total
Options: Intrinsically safe, Modbus communication, external reset and
backlight
FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN
F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas.
More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries

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  • Page 1 Signal input flowmeter: pulse, Namur and coil Signal outputs: (0)4-20mA ref. flow rate and pulse ref. total Options: Intrinsically safe, Modbus communication, external reset and backlight FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas. More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries...
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  • Page 3: Contents Manual Safety Instructions

    The manufacturer accepts no responsibility whatsoever if the following safety rules and precautions instructions and the procedures as described in this manual are not followed.  Modifications of the F126-P-EL-TP implemented without preceding written consent from the manufacturer, will result in the immediate termination of product liability and warranty period. ...

  • Page 4: About The Manual

    Manual : FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN © Copyright 2017 : Fluidwell B.V. - the Netherlands Information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. The manufacturer is not responsible for mistakes in this material or for incidental damage caused as a direct or indirect result of the delivery, performance or use of this material.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Page 5 CONTENTS MANUAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................3 DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONIC WASTE ................3 SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES ........... 3 ABOUT THE MANUAL ....................... 4 CONTENTS MANUAL ......................5 INTRODUCTION ..................... 6 1.1. System description ........................6 OPERATIONAL....................... 7 2.1.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Functions and features The flow computer, model F126-P-EL-TP is a microprocessor driven instrument for the calculation of the flow rate from a liquid medium with respect to temperature and pressure. This product has been designed with a focus on: ...

  • Page 7: Operational

    Page 7 Configuration of the unit The F126-P is designed for use in many types of applications. For that reason, a setup menu is available to program the F126-P according to your specific requirements. The setup includes several important features, such as K-Factors, engineering units, signal selection, power management (to extend battery life-time), etc.

  • Page 8: Operator Information And Functions

    Page 8 2.2. OPERATOR INFORMATION AND FUNCTIONS In general, the F126-P operates in the operator mode. The shown information depends on the settings which are made in the setup menu. The signal from the connected sensor is processed by the F126-P in the background, independent from R U N the selected display refresh rate.

  • Page 9: Configuration

    Page 9 CONFIGURATION This and the following chapters are exclusively meant for electricians and non-operators. In these, an extensive description of all software settings and hardware connections are provided.  Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of this device may only be carried out by trained persons authorized by the operator of the facility.
  • Page 10 Page 10 The SELECT/▲ key and the CLEAR/► key are used for navigation. The explanation assumes that you are in the submenu TOTAL. When you are:  in the first setting and you navigate to the previous setting, the F126-P goes back to the related main menu.

  • Page 11: Setup Menu - Settings

    Page 11 3.1.2. SETUP MENU - SETTINGS TOTAL unit L; m ; kg; lb; GAL; USGAL; bbl; no unit decimals 0000000; 111111.1; 22222.22; 3333.333 K-Factor: 0.000010 - 9999999 decimals K-Factor 0 - 6 FLOW RATE unit mL; L; m ; mg; g; kg; ton; gal; bbl; lb; cf; rev; - - - - (no unit);...

  • Page 12: Explanation Of Setup Menu 1 - Total

    Page 12 3.1.3. EXPLANATION OF SETUP MENU 1 - TOTAL This setting is used to select the engineering unit for the indication of the total, UNIT the accumulated total and the pulse output. When you change the engineering unit, you must recalculate and reprogram the K-factor for the (accumulated) total.

  • Page 13: Explanation Of Setup Menu 3 - Display

    Page 13 FILTER This setting is used to stabilize the flow rate reading. With the help of this digital filter a more stable but less actual reading can be obtained. The filter principal is based on three input values: the filter level (01-99), the last calculated flow rate and the last average value.

  • Page 14: Explanation Of Setup Menu 5 - Flowmeter

    Page 14 3.1.7. EXPLANATION OF SETUP MENU 5 - FLOWMETER SIGNAL With this setting the type of flowmeter output is selected. The settings with LP (low-pass) filter are used to apply a build-in noise reduction. Selections "active pulse" offer a detection level of 50% of the supply voltage.

  • Page 15: Explanation Of Setup Menu 7 - Formula

    Page 15 3.1.9. EXPLANATION OF SETUP MENU 7 - FORMULA This setting shows the formula. The type EL stands for Equations Liquid - flow EQUATIONS TYPE computer for corrected liquid volume. The formula use[d] Qnormal = Q * (1 +  (Tnormal - T)) where: Qnormal : calculated volume at reference conditions : measured volume ...

  • Page 16: Explanation Of Setup Menu 9 - Pulse

    Page 16 TUNE-MAX The 20mA or 10V value can be tuned precisely with this setting. The initial maximum analog output value is 20mA or 10V However, this value might differ slightly due to ambient influences such as temperature for example. Before tuning the signal, make sure that the analog signal is idle (not used) for any application! After pressing PROG, the current will be about 20mA or 10V.

  • Page 17: Explanation Of Setup Menu A - Communication (Option)

    This product is designed for the connection to a communication network. Products with a communication option do not include cyber security functions. Fluidwell cannot take any responsibility for the cyber security, omissions or errors in the communication safety. To maintain a...

  • Page 18: Installation

    Page 18 INSTALLATION 4.1. GENERAL DIRECTIONS  Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of this device may only be carried out by trained persons authorized by the operator of the facility. Persons must read and understand this manual before carrying out its instructions. ...

  • Page 19: Dimensions- Enclosure

    Page 19 4.3. DIMENSIONS- ENCLOSURE 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 25mm 25mm 1/2"NPT 1/2"NPT 1/2"NPT 30mm 30mm 0.12" 0.12" M16 x 1,5 M16 x 1,5 3x 1/2"NPT M20 x 1,5...
  • Page 20 Page 20 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” 0.12” D=22mm (0.866") 3x D=22mm (0.866”) 29.1 mm (1.15”)

  • Page 21: Installing The Hardware

    The wire screens shall be terminated at one side to prevent wire loops. Inside of the Fluidwell unit, the different common ground terminals are connected to each other. It is advised, as illustrated, to terminate the wire screens in the vicinity of the sensor and to insulated the wire screen with a shrink tube at the Fluidwell unit side.

  • Page 22: Aluminum Enclosure - Field Mounted

    Do not use the terminal 00 to connect the protective earth wire, the 00 and the common ground terminals are internally connected. Be careful, to prevent damage to equipment when you connect different power supplies (sensor, PLC, etc.). Inside the Fluidwell display, the common grounds are internally connected to each other.

  • Page 23: Plastic (Grp) Enclosure

    Page 23 4.4.4. PLASTIC (GRP) ENCLOSURE The PE connection The F126-P in a GRP enclosure meets the requirements of class 2 (double insulated). Therefore the incoming PE wire is terminated with an insulating end cap. Type PM (110-230V AC) Type OR (8-24V AC) Type OR (8-30V DC) FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN...

  • Page 24: Terminal Connectors

    Page 24 4.4.5. TERMINAL CONNECTORS Refer to Appendix A: Technical Specification For Intrinsically safe applications: read chapter 5. Fig. 7: Overview of terminal connectors - Standard configuration and options 4.4.6. VOLTAGE SELECTION SENSOR SUPPLY For type PB/PC; PX; AP: There is no real sensor supply out available. Only a limited power supply is available.
  • Page 25 Page 25 Set the sensor supply 1. Make the F126-P safe. If applicable, mind the battery power. 2. Open the F126-P and carefully remove the cable-connectors and the protective cover. 3. Find and set the switches and select the V as required.
  • Page 26 Page 26 Type OA: An active 24V DC pulse signal output is available with this option. Max. driving capacity 50mA@24V per output. (Requires power supply type PD/PF/PM). Fig. 9: Terminal connections - Active output (typical) Type OR: A mechanical relay output is available with this option. Max. switch power 240V 0,5A per output. (Requires power supply type PF/PM).
  • Page 27 Page 27 Type AA: An active 4-20mA signal proportional to the flow rate 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 type PD/PF/PM). Fig.
  • Page 28 Page 28 Type AP: A passive 4-20mA signal proportional to the flow rate is available with this option. When a power supply is connected but the output is disabled, a 3.5mA signal will be generated. Max. driving capacity 1000 Ohm. This output does loop power the unit as well. Fig.
  • Page 29 Page 29 Pulse-signal NPN / NPN-LP: The F126-P is suitable for use with flowmeters which have a NPN output signal. For reliable pulse detection, the pulse amplitude has to go below 1.2V. Signal setting NPN-LP employs a low-pass signal noise filter, which limits the maximum input frequency (read chapter 3). Fig.
  • Page 30 Page 30 Reed-switch: The F126-P is suitable for use with flowmeters which have a reed-switch. To avoid pulse bounce from the reed-switch, it is advised to select REED LP – low-pass filter (read chapter 3). Fig. 21: Terminal connections - Reed-switch signal input (typical) NAMUR-signal: The F126-P is suitable for flowmeters with an Namur signal.

  • Page 31: Intrinsically Safe Applications

     Certificates, safety values, control drawing and declaration of compliance can be found in the document named: “Fluidwell F1..-..-XI - Documentation for Intrinsic safety”  For installation under ATEX directive: this Intrinsically safe device must be installed in accordance with the latest ATEX directive and product certificate KEMA 03ATEX1074 X.
  • Page 32 Page 32 Serial number and year of production This information can be looked-up in the setup menu: Others. Fig. 23: Example serial number (typical) Label information pulse input type – F1xx-..-..-XI (inside and outside the enclosure) Fig. 24: Label information - Intrinsically safe application (typical) FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN...

  • Page 33: Terminal Connectors Intrinsically Safe Applications

    3 and 4 and/or terminals 5 and 6; the maximum values for any of those circuits are those as defined for group IIB/IIIC. Terminal connectors F126-P-EL-TP-XI: For intrinsically safe applications, consult the safety values in the certificate.
  • Page 34 Page 34 Explanation Intrinsically safe options: Type AF – Intrinsically safe floating 4-20mA analog output: A floating 4-20mA signal proportional to the flow rate is available with this option. When the output is disabled, a 3.5mA signal will be generated. Max. driving capacity 1000 Ohm @ 30V DC. Fig.

  • Page 35: Configuration Examples

    Page 35 CONFIGURATION EXAMPLES Fig. 28: F126-P-(AP)-EL-(OT)-PC-TP-XI - Battery powered - IIB/IIC - IIIC FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN...
  • Page 36 Page 36 Fig. 29: F126-P-AP-(CT)-EL-OT-(PX)-TP-XI - Output loop powered - IIB/IIC - IIIC FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN...

  • Page 37: Battery Replacement Instructions

    Page 37 BATTERY REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS 5.4.1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  Handle the battery with care. A mistreated battery can become unsafe. Unsafe batteries can cause (serious) injury to persons.  Only use batteries which are certified for use in hazardous areas. The use of standard batteries in hazardous area's is not safe and prohibited.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    Page 38 MAINTENANCE 6.1. GENERAL DIRECTIONS  Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of this device may only be carried out by trained persons authorized by the operator of the facility. Persons must read and understand this manual before carrying out its instructions. ...

  • Page 39: Appendix A. Technical Specifications

    Page 39 APPENDIX A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 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 LCD with LED backlight.
  • Page 40 Page 40 Sensor excitation Type PB / PC / PX 3V DC for low power pulse signals and 1.2V DC for coil pick-up. Type PD 1.2; 3; 8.2; 12; 24V DC - max. 50mA@24V DC Type PD-XI Intrinsically safe: Pulse signals: 1.2; 3; 8.2 - max. 7mA@8.2V DC. Type PF / PM 1.2;...
  • Page 41 Page 41 Outputs Analog output Function transmitting compensated flow rate. Accuracy 10 bit. Error < 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 Type AA Active 4-20mA output (requires type OA + PD, PF or PM).

  • Page 42: Appendix B. Problem Solving

    Page 42 APPENDIX B. PROBLEM SOLVING In this appendix, several problems are included that can occur when the F126-P-EL-TP is going to be installed or while it is in operation. Flowmeter does not generate pulses: Check:  Signal selection; ...

  • Page 43: Appendix C. Communication Variables

    Page 43 APPENDIX C. COMMUNICATION VARIABLES General The product is fitted with the Modbus communication protocol and can be equipped with various physical interfaces like RS485 and RS232 (please see device datasheet for available options). The tables below show the various variables that can be accessed through the communication. Currently, the function codes supported are: ...
  • Page 44 Page 44 Setup variables REGISTER VARIABLE R/W TYPE VALUE / REMARKS ADDRESS TOTAL REGISTERS [d] 32 40033 unit r/w uint16 0=none 3=kg 6= USGAL [h] 0x020 4= lb 7=bbl 2= m 5=GAL [d] 33 40034 decimals r/w uint16 0…3 [h] 0x021 [d] 34 40035 K-Factor...
  • Page 45 Page 45 REGISTER VARIABLE R/W TYPE VALUE / REMARKS ADDRESS TEMPERATURE REGISTERS [d] 209 40210 display r/w uint16 0: °C 1: °F 2: K [h] 0x0D1 [d] 208 40209 number of wires r/w uint16 0: 2 1: 3 [h] 0x0D0 [d] 199 40200 filter...
  • Page 46 Page 46 REGISTER VARIABLE R/W TYPE VALUE / REMARKS ADDRESS OTHERS REGISTERS [d] 173 40174 model number uint16 0…9999 [h] 0x0AD [d] 160 40161 model suffix char Representation: ASCII character [h] 0x0A0 [d] 162 40163 firmware version uint32 0…999999 [h] 0x0A2 Representation: xx.xx.xx [d] 165 40166...

  • Page 47: Appendix D. Declaration Of Conformity

    Page 47 APPENDIX D. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN...

  • Page 48: Index Of This Manual

    Page 48 INDEX OF THIS MANUAL accumulated Total Intrinsically Safe options actual settings IP classification analog Low-battery alarm floating output. maintenance flowrate min. model intrinsically safe output. NAMUR-signal tune / calibrate operational 7, 9, 10, 18, 38 Analog output operator level backlight pass code density...

  • Page 49: List Of Figures In This Manual

    Page 49 LIST OF FIGURES IN THIS MANUAL Fig. 1: typical application ........................6 Fig. 2: Control Panel ..........................7 Fig. 3: Process information (typical) ......................8 Fig. 4: Low-battery alarm (typical) ......................8 Fig. 5: Aluminum enclosures - Dimensions ..................19 Fig. 6: GRP enclosures - Dimensions ....................20 Fig.
  • Page 50 Page 50 NOTES: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN...
  • Page 51 Page 51 LIST OF CONFIGURATION SETTINGS SETTING DEFAULT DATE : DATE : 1 - TOTAL Enter your settings here 11 unit 12 decimals 0000000 13 K-Factor 0000001 14 decimals K-Factor 2 - FLOW RATE 21 unit 22 time unit /min 23 decimals 0000000 24 K-Factor...
  • Page 52 Page 52 FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN Fluidwell B.V. 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 © 2017 Fluidwell B.V.: FW_F126PELTP_v1702_02_EN...

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