Page 1 Reference Manual 00809-0100-5901, Rev DA September 2019 ™ Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 2 Specific ETSI Requirements (Europe) The Rosemount 5900C is required to be installed at a permanent fixed position at a closed (not open) metallic tank or reinforced concrete tank, or similar enclosure structure made of comparable attenuating material. Flanges and attachments of the Rosemount 5900C equipment shall provide the necessary microwave sealing by design.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.9 Device capabilities........................159 4.10 General block information......................160 4.11 Analog Input block........................162 4.12 Analog Output block........................169 4.13 Resource block........................... 171 4.14 475 Field Communicator Menu Tree...................176 4.15 Configuration using AMS Device Manager.................. 177 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 4 A.6 Environment..........................250 A.7 Rosemount 5900C with parabolic antenna...................251 A.8 Rosemount 5900C with cone antenna..................252 A.9 Rosemount 5900C with still-pipe array antenna................253 A.10 Rosemount 5900C with LPG/LNG antenna................. 254 A.11 Rosemount with 1- and 2-in. still-pipe antennas................. 255 A.12 Dimensional drawings........................257 A.13 Ordering information.........................
Page 5 C.3 Analog Output block........................301 C.4 Measurement Transducer block....................303 C.5 Volume Transducer block......................310 C.6 Register Transducer block......................311 C.7 Advanced Configuration Transducer block................... 313 C.8 LPG Transducer block ........................317 C.9 Supported units........................... 320 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 6 Contents Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Reference Manual...
Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction
Physical security is an important part of any security program and fundamental to protecting your system. Restrict physical access by unauthorized personnel to protect end users’ assets. This is true for all systems used within the facility. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 8: Symbols
Introduction Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Symbols Table 1-1: Symbols The CE marking symbolizes the conformity of the product with the applicable European Community Directives. The EU-Type Examination Certificate is a statement of a Notified Certification Body declaring that this product meets the Essential Health and Safety Requirements of the ATEX directive The FM APPROVED Mark indicates that the equipment is approved by FM Approvals according to applicable Approval Standards and is applicable for...
Page 9: Manual Overview
Manual overview This manual provides installation, configuration, and maintenance information for the Rosemount 5900C Series Radar Level Gauge. The manual is based on a typical Rosemount Tank Gauging system with a Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub connected to supported devices ™...
Page 10: Technical Documentation
Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub (00809-0100-2410) • Rosemount 5900S Radar Level Gauge (00809-0100-5900) • Rosemount 5900 Proof Test with Reference Reflector (00809-0200-5900) • Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge (00809-0100-5901) • Rosemount 2240S Multi-Input Temperature Transmitter (00809-0100-2240) • Rosemount 2230 Graphical Field Display (00809-0100-2230) •...
Page 11: Service Support
Introduction 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Service support For service support contact the nearest Emerson Automation Solutions /Rosemount Tank Gauging representative. Contact information can be found on the web site www.Emerson.com. Product recycling/disposal Recycling of equipment and packaging should be taken into consideration and disposed of in accordance with local and national legislation/regulations.
Page 12 Introduction Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Reference Manual...
Page 13: Chapter 2 Overview
The Rosemount 5900C is an integral part of the flexible Rosemount Tank Gauging system. The advanced and robust design makes it suitable for a vast range of applications. It is designed for high accuracy level measurements as well as handling complex tank shapes and obstacles in the tank that may interfere with measurement signals.
Page 14 Overview Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 is buffered by a Rosemount 2460 System Hub, and is distributed to a Rosemount TankMaster PC, or another host system, whenever the system hub receives a request for data. Reference Manual...
Page 15: Main Label
Reference Manual Overview 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Main label Figure 2-2: Rosemount 5900C Main Label A. Model Code B. Tag number C. Serial number D. Manufacturing date E. SIL Baseline F. Device Id G. IC Id H. FCC Id I. Explosion protection J.
Page 16: Components
Overview Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Components Figure 2-3: Rosemount 5900C Components A. Terminal compartment B. Cable entries (½ - 14 NPT, M20 x 1.5 adapters) C. Flange D. Antenna E. Grounding terminal F. Label G. Transmitter head with signal processing electronics...
Page 17: System Overview
The flexible Rosemount Tank Gauging system supports several combinations to achieve redundancy, from control room to the different field devices. Redundant network configuration can be achieved at all levels by doubling each unit and using multiple control room work stations. See documents IEC 61158-2 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 18 Figure 2-4: Rosemount Tank Gauging System Architecture Non-hazardous area Plant Host Computer Hazardous area TRL2 Modbus Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge Segment coupler Rosemount 2240S Temperature Transmitter Rosemount 644 Temperature Transmitter Rosemount 2230 Graphical Field Display Rosemount 5300 Level Transmitter...
Page 19 D. Emerson Wireless 1420 Gateway E. Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub F. Tankbus G. Emerson Wireless 775 THUM Adapter H. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge I. Rosemount 2240S Temperature Transmitter J. Rosemount 3051S Pressure Transmitter K. Rosemount 2230 Graphical Field Display L.
Page 20 OUNDATION Non-hazardous area Rosemount 644 Temperature Transmitter Hazardous area Fieldbus Power Supply OUNDATION Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge Segment coupler Rosemount 2240S Temperature Transmitter Rosemount 5300 Level Transmitter Rosemount 5400 Level Transmitter Rosemount 2230 Graphical Field Display Custody transfer / Inventory tank gauging...
Page 21 The Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub acts as a power supply to the connected field devices in the hazardous area using the intrinsically safe Tankbus. The tank hub collects measurement data and status information from field devices on a tank. It has two external buses for communication with various host systems. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 22 LPG, and LNG. The Rosemount 5900C sends microwaves towards the surface of the product in the tank. The level is calculated based on the echo from the surface. No part of the 5900C is in actual contact with the product in the tank, and the antenna is the only part of the gauge that is exposed to the tank atmosphere.
Page 23 By using a Rosemount 3051S Pressure Transmitter near the bottom of the tank as a complement to a Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge, the density of the product can be calculated and presented. One or more pressure transmitters with different scalings can be used on the same tank to measure vapor and liquid pressure.
Page 24: Antennas
Antennas 2.5.1 Cone Antenna The Rosemount 5900C with Cone Antenna is a non-contact radar level gauge. It is designed for easy installation on fixed-roof tanks with smaller nozzles. The gauge is normally installed with the tank in service. It measures on a variety of products except asphalt or similar for which the parabolic antenna is recommended.
Page 25 September 2019 2.5.3 Array antenna The Rosemount 5900C with Still-pipe Array Antenna is used on tanks with still pipes and with all products suited for still pipes, except Methanol, for which the other antennas are better suited. The gauge uses a low-loss radar propagation mode which virtually eliminates the influence of the still pipe condition.
Page 26: Installation Procedure
Overview Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure 2-10: LPG/LNG Antenna Installation procedure Follow these steps for proper installation: Procedure 1. Review installation considerations. See Installation considerations. 2. Mount the gauge. See Mechanical installation. 3. Wire the gauge. See Electrical installation. 4.
Page 27: Chapter 3 Installation
Avoid contact with the leads and terminals. • Make sure the main power to the transmitter is off and the lines to any other external power source are disconnected or not powered while wiring the gauge. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 28 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 NOTICE The device is designed for installation in complete enclosed container to prevent unwanted RF emission. Installation must be in accordance with local regulations and may require local radio approvals. Installation in open air applications may be subject for site license approval. Installation shall be done by trained installers, in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Page 29: Installation Considerations
Ensure that environmental conditions are within specified limits as listed in Specifications and reference data. Ensure that the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge is installed such that it is not exposed to higher pressure and temperature than specified in Specifications and reference data.
Page 30 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Nozzle requirements To allow undisturbed propagation of the microwaves, the nozzle dimensions should be kept within specified limits for the different antennas. To allow undisturbed propagation of the microwaves, the nozzle dimensions should be kept within specified limits for the different antennas.
Page 31 • Try to avoid obstacles in the radar beam. • Mount the gauge away from pipe inlets that cause turbulent conditions. • Choose as large antenna as possible to ensure maximum antenna gain. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 32 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure 3-3: Free Space Table 3-3: Free Space Requirements Installation Requirement A. Service space 550 mm (21.7 in.) B. Service space Distance 400 mm (15.7 in.) C. Nozzle inclination Maximum 1° D. Minimum distance to tank wall 0.6 m (2.0 ft) Mounting closer to the tank wall may be allowed if reduced accuracy is accepted.
Page 33 Table 3-4: Beam Width for Different Antennas Antenna Half Power Beam Width 4 in Cone/Process Seal 21° 6 in Cone/Process Seal 18° 8 in Cone 15° Figure 3-5: Diameter of the Radiated Area for Different Antennas Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 34 Figure 3-6: Maximum Inclination with Parabolic Antenna A. Maximum inclination 1.5° Flange requirements The Rosemount 5900C with Parabolic Antenna is mounted on the tank nozzle by using the Flange Ball. It is designed for easy adjustment of gauge inclination within the specified limits.
Page 35 Parabolic Antenna can still be met by using the welded Flange Ball. The Flange Ball can be mounted at a maximum angle of 17° to the flange as illustrated in Figure 3-8: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 36 < 17° Nozzle requirements When installing the Rosemount 5900C with Parabolic Antenna on a 20 inch nozzle, the nozzle height must not exceed 600 mm (24 in.). There has to be a free passage for the radar beam within a 5° angle from the edge of the parabolic reflector to the lower end of the nozzle.
Page 37 F. 5° minimum Free space requirements The radar beam of the Rosemount 5900C with Parabolic Antenna is 10° wide. Obstacles (construction bars, pipes larger than Ø 2", etc.) within the radar beam are generally not accepted, as these may result in disturbing echoes. However, in most cases, a smooth tank wall or small objects will not have any significant influence on the radar beam.
Page 38 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure 3-10: Free Space Requirements for the Rosemount 5900C with Parabolic Antenna 5° 5° A. Recommended space 550 mm (22 in.) for installation and service B. Recommended space 500 mm (20 in.) for installation and service C.
Page 39 Still-pipe requirements The Rosemount 5900C Still-pipe Array Antenna fits 5, 6, 8, 10 and 12 inch flanges and pipes. The adaptation is accomplished by selecting a suitable Still-pipe Array Antenna. The still-pipe must be vertical within 0.5°...
Page 40 September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Flange requirements The Rosemount 5900C with Still-pipe Array Antenna fits flanges of size 5, 6, 8, 10 and 12 inch. The gauge has a flange for sealing the tank. The tank flange must be horizontal within ±2°.
Page 41 Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Free space The following free space is recommended for mounting the Rosemount 5900C with Still- pipe Array Antenna: Figure 3-12: Free Space Requirements for Rosemount 5900C with Array Antenna Fix Version Table 3-8: Free Space Requirements...
Page 42 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure 3-13: Free Space Requirements for Rosemount 5900C with Array Antenna Hatch Version Table 3-9: Free Space Position Free Space Table 3-10 Recommended space 500 mm (20 in.) for installation and service Minimum 800 mm (31 in.) for highest accuracy Minimum 500 mm (20 in.) with reduced accuracy...
Page 43 The Verification Pin allows you to verify Rosemount 5900C level measurements when the tank is pressurized. It is mounted on the still-pipe in a hole oriented 90 degrees to the other holes.
Page 44 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure 3-14: Installation of Verification Pin and Inclination Requirements for Flange and Still-pipe 1000 < L < 2500 mm (39 < L < 98 in.). G. The Verification Pin is directed towards the bolt hole at the pipe flange marking. Recommended: 1200 mm (47 in.) Min.
Page 45 For pipe dimensions 4 inch SCH 40 and DN 100, an extra ring is needed for the Deflection Plate as illustrated in Figure 3-16 Figure 3-17. LPG configuration and the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual further information on how to configure the Rosemount 5900C for LPG/LNG measurements. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 46 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure 3-16: Mounting the Deflection Plate on Pipe 4 inch SCH 40 A. Ring is marked 4” SCH40 Figure 3-17: Mounting the Deflection Plate on Pipe DN 100 A. Ring is marked DN100 Reference Manual...
Page 47 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Free space The following free space is recommended for mounting the Rosemount 5900C with LPG/LNG Antenna: Figure 3-18: Free Space Requirements for Rosemount 5900C with LPG/LNG antenna A. Recommended space 550 mm (22 in.) for installation and service B.
Page 48 September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Extension pipe for minimum distance The Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge should be placed such that there is a minimum gap of 1200 mm (47 in.) between the flange and the maximum product level (see Still- pipe and Verification Pin).
Page 49: Mechanical Installation
1. Use a flange of thickness 6 - 30 mm. 2. Make sure that the diameter of the hole is 96 mm. Make a small recess at one side of the flange hole. Figure 3-20: Flange Requirements A. Recess Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 50 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Procedure 1. Put the O-ring on the flange and insert the Flange Ball into the hole. Make sure that the guide pin on the side of the Flange Ball fits into the recess on the flange. A.
Page 51 3. If the tank flange is inclined, make sure that the Flange Ball is welded so that the Flange Ball is horizontal when it is mounted on the tank. The tank flange inclination should not exceed 17 degrees. 60 mm < 17° Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 52 4. Remove the protection plates when the Flange Ball is welded to the flange. A. Protection plate Mounting the parabolic antenna This section describes how to install the Rosemount 5900C with Parabolic antenna. Follow this instruction to install the Parabolic antenna and transmitter head assembly on a tank.
Page 53 Reference Manual Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Procedure 1. Fit the Parabolic Reflector onto the Antenna Feeder and tighten the five M5 screws. A. M5x5 B. Parabolic Reflector C. Antenna Feeder 2. Tighten the screws. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 54 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Put the two O-rings in the grooves on the upper surface of the Flange Ball. A. 2 O-rings B. Grooves C. Flange Ball D. Flange Reference Manual...
Page 55 H. Antenna Waveguide 5. Mount the washers and nuts. Note that the purpose of the Stop Washer is to prevent the antenna from falling down into the tank. Therefore it fits tightly to the Antenna Waveguide. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 56 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 6. Tighten the finger nut and the upper nut by hand. A. Finger Nut B. Upper Nut 7. Place the antenna and flange assembly on the tank nozzle and tighten the flange screws. A. Antenna Waveguide B.
Page 57 10. Loosen the finger nut slightly. 11. Align the gauge by using a line of sight along the screws on top of the head. 45° 45° A. Tank B. Tank center C. Line of sight Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 58 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 12. Ensure that the gauge is directed at an angle of 45° to the line of sight from the center of the tank to the wall. 13. Use the marks on the Washer Ball to adjust the gauge so the antenna is inclined roughly 1.5°...
Page 59 A. Upper Nut 18. Wire the gauge and configure by using the RosemountTankMaster WinSetup software (see the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual). Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 60 September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3.3.2 Mounting the Cone antenna with PTFE sealing This section describes how to install the Rosemount 5900C with Cone antenna and PTFE sealing. Follow this instruction to install the Cone antenna with PTFE sealing on a tank. Prerequisites...
Page 61 A. Antenna label plate B. Locking nut 3. Carefully fit the flange and the cone antenna on the tank nozzle. Tighten with screws and nuts. A. Gasket Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 62 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4. Mount the adapter WGL on top of the sleeve. Secure the adapter WGL with the locking ring. A. Locking ring B. Adapter WGL C. Sleeve Reference Manual...
Page 63 Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 5. Mount the waveguide tube, adapter, waveguide nut, and protection sleeve on top of the sleeve. Tighten the waveguide nut. A. Protection sleeve B. Waveguide nut C. Adapter D. Waveguide tube Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 64 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 6. Mount the transmitter head and tighten the nut. Ensure that the guide pin inside the transmitter head enters the groove on the adapter. A. Transmitter head B. Nut C. Adapter 7. Wire the gauge and configure by using the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup software (see the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual).
Page 65 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 3.3.3 Mounting the Cone antenna Quartz sealing This section describes how to install the Rosemount 5900C with Cone antenna and quartz sealing. Follow this instruction to install the Cone antenna with quartz sealing on a tank. Prerequisites...
Page 66 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 2. Place the antenna label plate and secure the flange with the locking nut. Make sure that the nut fits tightly to the flange. A. Antenna label plate B. Locking nut Reference Manual...
Page 67 Reference Manual Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 3. Carefully fit the flange and the cone antenna on the tank nozzle. Tighten with screws and nuts. A. Gasket Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 68 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4. Mount the adapter WGL on top of the sleeve. Secure the adapter WGL with the locking ring. A. Locking ring B. Adapter WGL C. Sleeve Reference Manual...
Page 69 Reference Manual Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 5. Mount the adapter, waveguide nut, and protection sleeve on top of the sleeve. Tighten the waveguide nut. A. Protection sleeve B. Waveguide nut C. Adapter Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 70 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 6. Mount the transmitter head and tighten the nut. Ensure that the guide pin inside the transmitter head enters the groove on the adapter. A. Transmitter head B. Nut C. Adapter 7. Wire the gauge and configure by using the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup software (see the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual).
Page 71 September 2019 3.3.4 Mounting the 2-in. Still Pipe antenna This section describes how to install the Rosemount 5900C with 2-in. Still Pipe antenna. Follow this instruction to install the 2-in. Still Pipe antenna on a tank. Procedure 1. Measure the tank height R. The tank height is measured from the top of the Still Pipe flange to the bottom of the tank.
Page 72 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Attach the deflection plate to the bottom pipe by using two hose clamps. The deflection plate allows you to measure down to the bottom of an empty tank. Make sure that the lower pipe is cut to leave room for a deflection plate and about 20 mm (0.8 in.) free space between the tank bottom and the deflection plate.
Page 73 Reference Manual Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 4. Put the pipes together by using a pipe coupling. A. Pipe coupling 5. Tighten the five M6 nuts. A. 5 x M6 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 74 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 6. Inspect the pipe ends by looking through the slots on the side of the pipe coupling. Make sure that there is no gap between the pipe ends. Reference Manual...
Page 75 99 mm (3.90 in.) with pipe coupling. Make sure that the inclination of the Still Pipe is less than 1°. A. Still pipe flange B. Gasket C. Tank flange D. Stand pipe E. Still pipe F. Maximum 1° Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 76 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Mounting the antenna and transmitter head Follow this Step by Step instruction when installing the 2-in. Still Pipe antenna and transmitter head. Procedure 1. Remove the Locking ring and the adapter from the antenna. Mount the flange on the antenna and tighten the nut.
Page 77 Reference Manual Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 2. Mount the adapter WGL and secure with the locking ring. A. Locking nut B. Adapter WGL Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 78 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Fit the flange and antenna assembly on the tank. Put a gasket between the flange and the still-pipe. Tighten with screws and nuts. Note Measure the pipe inner diameter before closing the Still-pipe. This value should be entered during the configuration.
Page 79 5. Mount the transmitter head. Check that the guide pins on the adapter fit the corresponding grooves on the upper waveguide. 6. Tighten the nut. 7. Wire the gauge and configure by using the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup software, (see the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual). Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 80 3.3.5 Mounting the 1-in. Still Pipe antenna This section describes how to install the Rosemount 5900C with 1-in. Still Pipe antenna. The 1-in. still-pipe antenna is suitable for measurements in tanks with small nozzles and turbulent tanks with clean products. The software configuration is simple since objects in the tank have no influence on the measurement performance.
Page 81 Use a flange with a hole diameter of 34 mm (1.3 in.). A. Nut B. Flange C. Gasket D. Ø 34 mm (1.3 in.) 3. Mount the adapter WGL and secure it with the locking ring. A. Locking ring B. Adapter WGL Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 82 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4. Insert the 1-in. still-pipe in the nozzle. Put a gasket between the still-pipe and the tank flange. A. 1-in. Still pipe B. Gasket C. Tank flange Reference Manual...
Page 83 C. Waveguide nut D. Adapter E. Wavegide tube F. Guide pin 6. Mount the transmitter head. Check that the guide pins on the adapter enter the corresponding grooves on the upper waveguide. 7. Tighten the nut. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 84 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3.3.6 Extended cone antenna The extended cone antenna is suitable for tanks with long nozzles or tanks where measurements should be avoided in the region close to the nozzle. Use the extended cone antenna if: •...
Page 85 B. Height difference C. Bad welding Mounting the gauge Follow this instruction when installing the Rosemount 5900C with Extended Cone antenna Prerequisites 1. Measure the total distance A between the flange and the maximum product level. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 86 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 2. The standard length of the extended cone antenna is 500 mm (20 in.). If the distance A between the flange and the maximum product level is smaller, the antenna must be cut to meet the following specifications: •...
Page 87 Configure antenna type using TankMaster WinSetup. ™ • Hold Off distance (H), see Configure Hold Off distance using TankMaster WinSetup • Calibration Distance See also Configuration for more information on how to configure the Rosemount 5900C. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 88 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 ™ Configure antenna type using TankMaster WinSetup To set the antenna type using the TankMaster configuration software do the following (other configuration tools use other procedures): Procedure ™ 1. Start the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup configuration software. 2.
Page 89 For a 4-in. cone the calibration distance is about 2 mm for each 100 mm extension • For a 6-in. cone the calibration distance is about 1 mm for each 100 mm extension • For an 8-in. cone the calibration distance is 0 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 90 Measure the pipe inner diameter before closing the still-pipe. Enter this value during the configuration. Follow this instruction when installing the Rosemount 5900C with Array Antenna Fixed version. Procedure 1. Insert the Antenna Waveguide into the flange hole, and place the antenna label into position, with text down.
Page 91 6. Carefully put the gauge on top of the Antenna Waveguide and tighten the nut. Ensure that the guide pin inside the transmitter head fits the groove on the Waveguide. A. Nut B. Antenna Waveguide C. Groove Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 92 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 7. Wire the gauge and configure by using the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup software, (see the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual). Reference Manual...
Page 93 Still Pipe antenna requirements for information on mounting considerations before installing the gauge on the tank. Follow this instruction when installing the Rosemount 5900C with Array Antenna Hinged Hatch version. Procedure 1. Mount the hatch on the nozzle. The hatch has a welded flange with a hole pattern that fits the nozzle flange.
Page 94 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Mount the antenna on the lid. Ensure that the guide pin inside the lid fits the groove on the Antenna Waveguide. A. Antenna B. Antenna Waveguide C. Groove 4. Tighten the nut which holds the antenna to the lid. A.
Page 95 5. Check that the O-ring is properly seated all around the cover and is pressed down behind the Hand Dip Plate. A. O-ring B. Hand Dip Plate 6. Close the lid and tighten the locking screw. A. Antenna Waveguide B. Tighten the locking screw Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 96 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 7. Carefully put the gauge on top of the Antenna Waveguide and tighten the nut. Ensure that the guide pin inside the transmitter head fits the groove on the Antenna Waveguide. A. Nut B. Antenna Waveguide C.
Page 97 Reference Manual Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 8. Wire the gauge and configure by using the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup software (see the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual). Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 98 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3.3.9 LPG/LNG antenna Prerequisites Ensure that all parts and tools are available before carrying them to the tank top. Note There must be a mark on the still-pipe flange to show the direction of the Verification Pin. Carefully check that the closing is aligned to the mark on the still-pipe flange as described below.
Page 99 Let the protection cap remain on the waveguide until the antenna is installed. A. Protection cap B. Ball valve C. Closing D. Four M6 screws E. Antenna 4. Place a gasket (customer supplied) on the still-pipe flange. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 100 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 5. Carefully fit the antenna into the still-pipe. A. Closing B. Align mark with notch on the pipe flange C. Still-pipe flange D. Notch that indicates direction of the Verification Pin E. Nozzle 6. Direct the closing so that the mark aligns with the notch on the pipe flange. 7.
Page 101 13. Connect the pipe at the pressure transmitter input to the entry on the flange and tighten the nut. 14. Put the Rosemount 5900C radar gauge on the adapter. Ensure that the guide pin inside the waveguide of the radar gauge fits the groove on the adapter. The direction of the Verification Pin is indicated by marks on the still-pipe flange and the closing.
Page 102 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 15. Tighten the nut that connects the transmitter head to the adapter. Note The adapter has two grooves. Use the one that allows the transmitter head to be aligned with the Verification Pin as illustrated in Step A.
Page 103 G. Still-pipe 17. Wire the gauge, and configure by using the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup software as described in the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual. 18. Configure the level gauge for LPG measurements (see configuration). Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 104: Electrical Installation
Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Electrical installation 3.4.1 Cable/conduit entries The electronics housing has two entries for ½ - 14 NPT. Optional M20×1.5, minifast and eurofast adapters are also available. The connections must be made in accordance with local or plant electrical codes. Make sure that unused ports are properly sealed to prevent moisture or other contamination from entering the terminal block compartment of the electronics housing.
Page 105 3.4.3 Cable selection for the Tankbus Use shielded twisted pair wiring for the Rosemount 5900C Series in order to comply with FISCO requirements and EMC regulations. The preferred cable is referred to as type “A” fieldbus cable. The cables must be suitable for the supply voltage and approved for use in hazardous areas, where applicable.
Page 106 Rosemount 5900C is powered by the FF segment. 3.4.6 Power budget The Rosemount 5900C power consumption is 50 mA. This has to be considered when connecting field devices to the Tankbus. See section “Power Budget” in the Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub Reference Manual for more information.
Page 107 2410 Tank Hub. Maximum number of HART Slave Devices: Passive current loop: 5 Active current loop: 3 In Smart Wireless Systems the 2410 can deliver 200 mA on the Tankbus Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 108 C. Rosemount 2230 Display D. Tankbus E. IS Analog Input (Secondary bus) F. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge G. Rosemount 2240S Multi-input Temperature Transmitter H. Built-in terminator enabled on the last device I. Rosemount 3051S Pressure Transmitter The maximum distance between the tank hub and the field devices on the tank depends on the number of devices connected to the Tankbus and the quality of cables.
Page 109 Power requirements Power budget for further information. Ensure that: • the Rosemount 5900C and other devices connected to the F Fieldbus (FF) OUNDATION system are compliant with the FISCO or Entity parameters of the power supply. • the short circuit protection of the Segment Coupler matches the current consumption of the connected devices.
Page 110 H. Rosemount 644 Temperature Transmitter I. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge 3.4.10 Wiring To connect the Rosemount 5900C level gauge: Procedure Ensure that the power supply is switched off. 2. Remove the cover on the terminal compartment. 3. Run the wires through the appropriate cable gland/conduits. Install cables with a drip loop in such a way that the lower part of the loop is under the cable/conduit entry.
Page 111 E. External Ground screw F. Cover Conductor recommendations Ensure that you use cables suitable for the terminal block of the Rosemount 5900C. The terminal block is designed for cables that meet the specifications as illustrated below. Figure 3-31: Conductor and Insulation Requirements A.
Page 112 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table 3-12: Conductor Cross-sectional Area Conductor connection Cross-section Minimum Maximum Solid 0.2 mm / AWG 24 1.5 mm /AWG16 Flexible 0.2 mm / AWG 24 1.5 mm /AWG16 With wire end ferrule 0.25 mm / AWG 24 1.5 mm /AWG16...
Page 113 Figure 3-33: Push the Button to Release the Conductor from the Terminal Block A. Terminal block B. Release buttons C. Conductor 3.4.11 Terminal blocks Figure 3-34: Rosemount 5900C Terminal Compartment A. Test terminals B. Ground terminals, internal C. Field bus Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 114 The X1 terminal is connected to the intrinsically safe Tankbus. A jumper on the X2 terminal enables the built-in termination. The termination should be used if the Rosemount 5900C gauge is installed at the end of a Tankbus network. See Tankbus for more information on how to terminate the Tankbus.
Page 115 Reference Manual Installation 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Figure 3-35: Rosemount 5900C Wiring Diagram A. Rosemount TankMaster PC B. Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub C. Field communicator D. Tankbus E. Power supply F. Shield G. Rosemount 2240S Multi-input Temperature Transmitter with built-in terminator H.
Page 116 Installation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Reference Manual...
Page 117: Chapter 4 Configuration
Before connecting a handheld communicator in an explosive atmosphere, ensure that the instruments in the loop are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non- incendive field wiring practices. • Do not remove the gauge cover in explosive atmospheres when the circuit is alive. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 118: Overview
3. Configure the Rosemount 5900C level gauge via the Properties window. If a Rosemount 5900C level gauge is added to an existing system, the tank hub’s database must be updated before the level gauge is configured. The tank database maps the level gauge to the tank on which it is installed.
Page 119 Rosemount 5900C in F Fieldbus systems. OUNDATION The Rosemount 5900C supports basic configuration which is sufficient in most cases. There are a number of advanced configuration options available as well, which may be used for special applications when further fine-tuning is needed.
Page 120 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4.2.3 Configuration tools Different tools are available for configuration of a Rosemount 5900C level gauge: • Rosemount TankMaster Winsetup • Field Communicator ™ • AMS Device Manager for F Fieldbus systems OUNDATION • Fieldbus hosts supporting DD4...
Page 121: Configuration Using Rosemount Tankmaster
The Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup installation wizard is a tool that facilitates installation and configuration of Rosemount 5900C and other devices. This may be useful in case the Rosemount 5900C was not installed as part of the installation procedure for the Rosemount 2410.
Page 122: Basic Configuration
Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Basic configuration 4.4.1 Tank geometry The following parameters are used for tank geometry configuration of a Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge: Reference Manual...
Page 123 Reference Manual Configuration 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Figure 4-1: Tank Geometry Parameters for the Rosemount 5900C A. Tank Reference Point B. Tank Ullage C. Minimum Level Offset (C) D. Ullage E. Level F. Zero Level (Dipping Datum Point) G. Gauge Reference Distance (G) H.
Page 124 Defines how close to the Gauge Reference Point levels can be measured The Rosemount 5900C with Array Antenna and hinged hatch allows you to hand dip by opening the lid and moving the gauge away from the tank opening. A hand dip plate is located inside the hatch.
Page 125 A. Tank Reference Point B. Tank Ullage C. Minimum Level Offset (C) D. Tank Reference Height (R E. Hand dip plate / Tank Reference Point F. Zero Level (Dipping Datum Point) G. Measuring range H. Hold Off Distance Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 126 Figure 4-3. For the hinged hatch version of the Rosemount 5900C with Array Antenna, the Tank Reference Point and the Gauge Reference Point are located at the same position i.e. at the hand-dip plate on the Still Pipe Gauge Stand as illustrated in Figure 4-2.
Page 127 Pipe diameter When a Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge is installed in a still-pipe, the inner diameter of the pipe must be specified. The Pipe Diameter is used to compensate for the lower microwave propagation speed inside the pipe. An incorrect value results in a scale factor error.
Page 128 The Empty Tank Handling function handles situations when the surface echo is close to the tank bottom. It has the ability to: • track weak product echoes • handle lost echoes If the surface echo is lost this function makes the Rosemount 5900C present a zero-level measurement. Reference Manual...
Page 129 To open the Empty Tank Handling window: Procedure 1. In the TankMaster WinSetup workspace, click the right mouse button on the icon that represents the desired Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. 2. From the popup menu choose the Properties option. The RLG Properties window appears.
Page 130 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 You can find out if such an echo exists by using the Tank Scan function when the tank is empty. Ensure that the scan extends below the tank bottom. The tank spectrum can be used to find suitable values for parameters such as the Extra Echo Min Distance, Extra Echo Max Distance and Extra Echo Min Amplitude.
Page 131 The Empty Tank Detection Area defines a range within a lower limit of 200 mm (8 in.) above the tank bottom. If the surface echo is lost in this region, the tank is considered empty (the device enters Empty Tank State) and the level gauge presents a zero level reading. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 132 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 If the tank is empty the level gauge searches for the product surface in a region 2 x Empty Tank Detection Area. It is important that there are no disturbances in this area, since when a new echo is found it is considered to be the product surface.
Page 133: Advanced Configuration
Optimize the level gauge for measurement conditions where the product level changes quickly due to filling and emptying of the tank. The Rosemount 5900C is able to track level changes of up to 1.5 inch/s (40 mm/s). The Rapid Level Changes function allows the Rosemount 5900C to track level changes of up to 8 inch/s (200 mm/s).
Page 134 To open the Surface Echo Tracking window: Procedure 1. In the TankMaster WinSetup workspace, click the right mouse button on the desired Rosemount 5900C icon. 2. Choose the Properties option from the popup menu. 3. In the RLG Properties window, select the Advanced Configuration tab.
Page 135 When this function is disabled, the gauge searches through the whole tank. Search Speed The Search Speed parameter indicates how quickly the search region (Slow Search window) is expanded when the Slow Search function is active. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 136 Procedure 1. In the TankMaster WinSetup workspace, click the right mouse button on the desired Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge icon. 2. Choose the Properties option from the popup menu. 3. In the RLG Properties window, select the Advanced Configuration tab.
Page 137 The Adaptive Filter automatically adapts to the movement of the surface level. It tracks product level fluctuations and continuously adjusts the filter grade accordingly. The filter can preferably be used in tanks in which fast tracking of level changes are important and turbulence occasionally cause unstable level readings. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 138: Lpg Configuration
Check that the gauge communicates with the TankMaster PC. 2. Install the Rosemount 5900C gauge on the still-pipe. Measure the exact distance to the Verification Pin. 3. Configure the Rosemount 5900C according to the standard procedure for a...
Page 139 ™ 4.6.2 LPG setup using Rosemount TankMaster This section describes how to configure the Rosemount 5900C for LPG measurements by using the Rosemount TankMaster configuration tool. Prerequisites In the following description it is assumed that the Rosemount 5900C with LPG/LNG...
Page 140 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure 4-11: Advanced Parameter Source Configuration Tab A. Tank parameter Vapor Pressure B. Source device and source parameter Note Pressure measurement is not required for correction method One or more known gases, known mixratio (see Choose correction method).
Page 141 Rosemount 644. Note Ensure that temperature element positions are properly configured. This is normally done in the basic configuration of the Rosemount 5900C level gauge and is required for proper calculation of Vapor Temperature and Average Liquid Temperature.
Page 142 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Air Correction Only Prior to calibrating and configuring the Verification Pin you will need to set the appropriate LPG correction method. Procedure 1. In the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup work space, select the Logical View tab. 2.
Page 143 Then the calibration ring is the only object that will be detected by the gauge. The product level presented by the Rosemount 5900C will be equal to the position of the calibration ring measured from the Zero Level near the bottom of the tank.
Page 144 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Enter the desired Calibration Distance. Note It is important that the Inner Diameter of the still-pipe is properly configured. Open the Antenna tab in case you would like to verify the configuration. See LPG/LNG antenna requirements for more information.
Page 145 A. Verification Pin B. Minimum clearance 900 mm Since hand dipping can not be performed in high pressurized tanks, Emerson Automation Solutions/ Rosemount Tank Gauging has developed a unique method to verify level gauging in such tanks. The method is based on measurements in a special radar wave propagation mode against a fixed Verification Pin in order to verify the measurement.
Page 146 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Click the right mouse button and select LPG Setup to open the LPG Setup window: 4. In the LPG Setup window, click the Config Pins button. 5. In the LPG Configure Pins window, enter the position of the Verification Pin in the Nominal Position (NOM POS) input field.
Page 147 LPGVerify window (see Verify the gauge measurement). In case the Verification Pin does not show up, it is possible to use a smaller threshold value. Check that the product level is not above the Verification Pin. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 148 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Verify the gauge measurement Procedure ™ 1. In the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup work space, select the Logical View tab. 2. Select the icon that represents the desired radar level gauge. 3. Click the right mouse button and select LPG Setup to open the LPG Setup window: 4.
Page 149 The measured position refers to the electrical distance which is the distance “seen” by the level gauge. 9. Repeat Step 4 #unique_152/unique_152_Connect_42_Step7 until the message appears, indicating that Nominal Position Successful Verification corresponds to Measured Position. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 150 This method may be used when there is a well known gases with known mixture of up to 4 products in the tank. mixratio Now the Rosemount 5900C level gauge is ready to measure the product level when the tank is put into operation. Reference Manual...
Page 151: Calibration Using Winsetup
The Calibrate function is a Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup tool that lets you adjust a Rosemount 5900C level gauge in order to minimize the offset between actual (hand dipped) product levels and the values measured by the level gauge. By using the Calibrate function you can optimize measurement performance over the whole measurement range from the top to the bottom of the tank.
Page 152 Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup: • A list of hand dipped ullage values. • A list of level values measured by the Rosemount 5900C that correspond to the hand dipped ullage/level values. Procedure 1. In the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup workspace window select the Rosemount 5900C level gauge to be calibrated.
Page 153 B. Hand dip 5. Enter hand dipped level values and the corresponding levels measured by the Rosemount 5900C level gauge. It is recommended that the hand dipped levels are based on the average value of three consecutive measurements within 1 mm. For...
Page 154 Note that all measured values are adjusted according to the calculated Calibration Distance and Correction Factor. In the Calibration Data window you can also see that the level values measured by the Rosemount 5900C gauge are adjusted. Of course, the hand dipped levels are unaltered.
Page 155: Foundation
Reference Manual Configuration 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 ™ Fieldbus overview OUNDATION This section covers basic configuration procedures for the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with F Fieldbus. OUNDATION For detailed information about F Fieldbus technology and function blocks used OUNDATION ™...
Page 156 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 LPG transducer block (TB1500) The LPG transducer block contains parameters for setup and configuration of the LPG calculations, and for verification and status of the corrections. Analog Input block Figure 4-13: Analog Input Block A.
Page 157 I/O channel. For further information refer to “Analog Output block” on page 242 and “Analog Output block” on page 126. Function block summary The following function blocks are available for the Rosemount 5900C Series: • Analog Input (AI) •...
Page 158 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 • Input Selector (ISEL) • Control Selector (CS) • Output Splitter (OS) Reference Manual...
Page 159: Device Capabilities
4.9.1 Link Active Scheduler The Rosemount 5900C can be designated to act as the backup Link Active Scheduler (LAS) in the event that the LAS is disconnected from the segment. As the backup LAS, the Rosemount 5900C will take over the management of communications until the host is restored.
Page 160: General Block Information
Other Other types of modes are Cas, RCas, ROut, IMan and LO. Some of these types of may be supported by different function blocks in the Rosemount 5900C. modes For more information, see the Function Block manual (Document No. 00809-0100-4783).
Page 161 4.10.2 Block instantiation The Rosemount 5900C supports the use of function block instantiation. Then the number of blocks and block types can be defined to match specific application needs. The number of blocks that can be instantiated is only limited by the amount of memory within the device and the block types that are supported by the device.
Page 162: Analog Input Block
CHANNEL Select the channel that corresponds to the desired sensor measurement: Table 4-5: AI Block Channels for the Rosemount 5900C AI Block Parameter TB Channel Value Process Variable...
Page 163 Related information Supported units 4.11.2 Factory supplied AI blocks The Rosemount 5900C is supplied with six pre-configured AI blocks according to Table 4-6. The block configuration can be changed if needed. Table 4-6: Factory Supplied AI Blocks for the Rosemount 5900C...
Page 164 4.11.4 Application example Level value A Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge measures the product level in a 15 m high tank. Table 4-7: Analog Input Function Block Configuration for a Rosemount 5900C Level Gauge Parameter...
Page 165 To avoid alarm chattering when the variable is oscillating around the alarm limit, an alarm hysteresis in percent of the PV span can be set using the ALARM_HYS parameter. The priority of each alarm is set in the following parameters: • HI_PRI • HI_HI_PRI • LO_PRI • LO_LO_PRI Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 166 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4.11.7 Alarm priority Alarms are grouped into five levels of priority: Table 4-8: Alarm Levels of Priority Priority number Priority description The alarm condition is not used. An alarm condition with a priority of 1 is recognized by the system, but is not reported to the operator.
Page 167 (in seconds) using the PV_FTIME parameter. Set the filter time constant to zero to disable the filter feature. Figure 4-17: Analog Input Function Block Timing Diagram A. FIELD_VAL B. PV_FTIME C. 63% of Change D. PV E. OUT (mode in auto) F. OUT (mode in man) G. Time (seconds) Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 168 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4.11.11 Signal conversion You can set the signal conversion type with the Linearization Type (L_TYPE) parameter. You can view the converted signal (in percent of XD_SCALE) through the FIELD_VAL parameter. 100 × Channel Value − EU*@0% You can choose from direct or indirect signal conversion with the L_TYPE parameter.
Page 169: Analog Output Block
Reference Manual Configuration 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 4.12 Analog Output block The Rosemount 5900C is supplied with two pre-configured Analog Output (AO) blocks according to Table 4-10. The block configuration can be changed if needed. See Analog Output block for more information.
Page 170 Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4.12.1 Application example A Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge configured for LPG measurements with temperature and pressure sensors. Figure 4-18: Function Block Configuration for Rosemount 5900C in LPG Applications AO block 1 AI block AO block 2 AI block A.
Page 171: Resource Block
Unicode octet strings, you must set the Unicode option bit. REPORTS The Rosemount 5900C supports alert reports. The Reports option bit must be set in the features bit string to use this feature. If it is not set, the host must poll for alerts. If this bit is set, the transmitter will actively report alerts.
Page 172 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table 4-11: Write_Lock Parameter (continued) FEATURE_SEL FEATURE_SEL SECURITY WRITE_LOCK WRITE_LOCK Write access HARDW_LOC SOFTW_LOCK SWITCH Read/Write to blocks K bit 0 (off) 1 (on) 2 (locked) Read/Write None 1 (on) 0 (off) 0 (unlocked) 1 (unlocked) Read only 1 (on)
Page 173 The default is 0 and the recommended values are 3 to 7. FD_OFFSPEC_ACTIVE The FD_OFFSPEC_ACTIVE parameter displays which of the conditions is detected as active. (12) Note that Out of Specification alerts are not enabled by default. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 174 MAINT_PRI parameter described below. It is hard coded within the device and is not user configurable. Note that maintenance alarms are not enabled by default for the Rosemount 5900C. Below is a list of the conditions: 1. Auxiliary Device Measurement Close to Limit...
Page 175 Recommended actions for alerts The RECOMMENDED_ACTION parameter displays a text string that will give a recommended course of action to take based on which type and which specific event of the alerts is active (See Table 6-10). Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 176: 475 Field Communicator Menu Tree
September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4.14 475 Field Communicator Menu Tree The Rosemount 5900C can be configured by using a 475 Field Communicator. The menu tree below shows the available options for configuration and service. Figure 4-19: Field Communicator Menu Tree 1 Level...
Page 177: Configuration Using Ams Device Manager
September 2019 4.15 Configuration using AMS Device Manager The Rosemount 5900C supports DD Methods to facilitate device configuration. The following description shows how to use the AMS Device Manager application to configure the Rosemount 5900C in a F Fieldbus system.
Page 178 Out Of Service mode in order to make configuration changes. By clicking the Next button, the Rosemount 5900C level gauge will automatically be set to Out Of Service (OOS) mode, and the Measurement Setup - Units window appears.
Page 179 1. Start the Guided Setup as described in Starting the guided setup. 2. Choose measurement units for Length, Level Rate, Volume, Temperature, and Pressure. Note that parameters in the Analog Input and Analog Output blocks are not affected. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 180 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. 5. Optional: For Still-pipe Array antennas the antenna size is also required. Sizes ranging from 5 to 12 inch are available. 6. Optional: Enter the Pipe Diameter if the Rosemount 5900C is installed in a Still-pipe. ™ Fieldbus parameters: OUNDATION TRANSDUCER 1100>ANTENNA_TYPE...
Page 181 By specifying a C-distance the measuring range can be extended to the bottom of the tank. C>0: the Rosemount 5900C presents negative level values when the product surface is below the Zero Level. You can use the Show negative level values as zero check box if you wish to present product levels below the Zero Level (Datum plate) as equal to zero.
Page 182 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 11. Click the Next button and proceed to the Measurement Setup - Tank Shape window: 12. Select a Tank Type option that matches the actual tank. Choose Unknown if none of the available options is applicable. 13.
Page 183 16. Choose Product Dielectric Range from the drop-down list. Use the Unknown option if the correct value range is unknown or if the contents of the tank is changing on a regular basis. Fieldbus parameters: OUNDATION TRANSDUCER 1100>PRODUCT_DC TRANSDUCER 1100>TANK_ENVIRONMENT Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 184 18. In the Measurement Setup window click the Cancel button and return to the Guided Setup tab. 19. When the guided setup is finished, it is recommended that the Rosemount 5900C is (13) restarted by clicking the Restart Measurement button 20.
Page 185 1. Open the AMS Device Manager application. 2. Open Configure → Manual Setup → Volume. The Volume tab lets you configure the Rosemount 5900C for volume measurements. You can choose a calculation method based on one of the pre- defined standard tank types or the Strapping Table option. The Strapping Table can be used in case a standard tank type does not provide sufficient accuracy.
Page 186 Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4.15.4 Advanced configuration Several advanced configuration options are available for the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. These may be used to optimize measurement performance for certain applications. To find the advanced configuration options: Procedure 1. Open the AMS Device Manager application.
Page 187 You may also create a customized amplitude threshold curve to optimize disturbing echo filtering. For more information see chapter “Service Functions/Tank Scan” in the Rosemount Tank Gauging System Configuration Manual. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 188 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Echo threshold settings The Echo Threshold Settings window lets you create a general amplitude threshold to filter out noise. You may also create a customized amplitude threshold curve to optimize disturbing echo filtering. Figure 4-23: Echo Threshold Configuration Reference Manual...
Page 189 This function may be useful to facilitate surface echo tracking in a tank with many disturbing objects. When using this function you should check that registered echoes correspond to actual objects in the tank. Figure 4-24: False Echo Registration Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 190 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Echo tracking The Surface Echo Tracking function can be used to eliminate problems with certain types of “ghost” echoes below the product surface. This may, for example, occur in Still-pipes as a result of multiple reflections between the pipe wall, flange and antenna. In the tank spectrum these echoes appear as amplitude peaks at various distances below the product surface.
Page 191 If the device is not able to detect the tank bottom this function can be used to ensure that the device stays in empty tank state as long as this extra echo is present. For further details see Empty tank handling. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 192 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Filter settings The Filter Settings window provides various functions for optimizing echo tracking depending on tank conditions and movement of the product surface. Figure 4-27: Filter Settings The Distance Filter Factor defines the amount of product level filtering (1 = 100%). A low Filter Factor makes the level value steady but the device reacts slowly to level changes in the tank.
Page 193: Alert Setup
3. Double-click the FF network icon and expand the network node. 4. Right-click or double-click the desired gauge icon to open the list of menu options. 5. Click the right mouse button and choose the Configure option. 6. Select the Alert Setup option. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 194 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 7. Configure alerts for the different error types. The first time this window is opened, the default setup of error types and alerts (Failure, Maintenance Required, Out of Specification, and Function Check) will appear, see Alert default settings.
Page 195 For example, the Device major information error is configured as a Maintenance Required alert (disabled) for the Rosemount 5900C by default. The Alert Setup window allows you to enable the alert as Failure, Out of Specification, Maintenance Required, or Function Check.
Page 196 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 4.16.2 Alert simulation When simulating alerts, only those alerts which are setup according to the default configuration will be seen, see Alert default settings. Figure 4-28: Alert Simulation Disabled Figure 4-29: Alert Simulation Disabled Reference Manual...
Page 197: Lpg Setup Using Deltav / Ams Device Manager
3. In DeltaV/AMS Device Manager, open the View → Device Connection View. 4. Double-click the FF network icon and expand the network node to view the devices. 5. Right-click or double-click the Rosemount 5900C level gauge icon to open the list of menu options.
Page 198 Configuration Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 7. Choose Manual Setup and select the Advanced tab. 8. Click the LPG Setup button. 9. Select the Vapor Pressure and Temperature tab. 10. Verify that Vapor Pressure and Vapor Temperature appear in the corresponding fields.
Page 199 13. Calibrate. Check the distance to the calibration ring at the end of the still-pipe as measured by the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. Adjust the Calibration Distance in case the measured distance is not equal to the actual distance between the Tank Reference Point and the calibration ring.
Page 200 It is important that the Inner Diameter of the still-pipe is properly configured. Open the Antenna tab in case you would like to verify the Inner Diameter configuration. LPG/LNG antenna requirements for more information on still-pipe requirements for the Rosemount 5900C with LPG/LNG Antenna. Fieldbus parameter: OUNDATION TRANSDUCER 1100>CALIBRATION_DIST 14.
Page 201 Enter the Measured position into the Nominal Position field and click the Send button. f) Repeat 16.a to 16.e. until the message Successful Verification appears, indicating that Nominal Position corresponds to the Measured Position. Fieldbus parameters: OUNDATION TRANSDUCER 1500>LPG_VER_PIN1_ TRANSDUCER 1500>LPG_PIN1_CONFIGURATION Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 202 This method may be used when there is a well known gases with known mixture of up to 4 products in the tank. mixratio Now the Rosemount 5900C level gauge is ready to measure the product level when the tank is put into operation. Fieldbus parameters: OUNDATION TRANSDUCER 1500>LPG_CORRECTION_METHOD...
Page 203 Reference Manual Configuration 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 TRANSDUCER 1500>LPG_GAS_TYPE2, TRANSDUCER 1500>LPG_GAS_PERC2 TRANSDUCER 1500>LPG_GAS_TYPE3, TRANSDUCER 1500>LPG_GAS_PERC3 TRANSDUCER 1500>LPG_GAS_TYPE4 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
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Page 205: Chapter 5 Operation
Before connecting a handheld communicator in an explosive atmosphere, ensure that the instruments in the loop are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non- incendive field wiring practices. • Do not remove the gauge cover in explosive atmospheres when the circuit is alive. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 206: Viewing Measurement Data In Rosemount Tankmaster
Operation Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Viewing measurement data in Rosemount TankMaster ™ The Rosemount TankMaster program has several options for viewing measurement and inventory data for single tanks and tank groups. TankMaster also offers the option to create custom views with your own set of parameters. See the Rosemount TankMaster WinOpi Reference Manual for more information.
Page 207: Viewing Measurement Data In Ams Device Manager
1. Open the View → Device Connection View. 2. Double-click the FF network icon and expand the network node to view the devices. 3. Right-click or double-click the desired Rosemount 5900C gauge icon to open the list of menu options: 4.
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Page 209: Service And Troubleshooting
Before connecting a handheld communicator in an explosive atmosphere, ensure that the instruments in the loop are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non- incendive field wiring practices. • Do not remove the gauge cover in explosive atmospheres when the circuit is alive. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 210: Service
This section briefly describes functions which may be useful for service and maintenance of a Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. If not otherwise stated, most examples are based on using the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup tool to access these functions. See...
Page 211 For advanced users only Administrator 7. In the Show Values in pane, choose the appropriate register format Decimal or Hexadecimal. 8. Click the Read button. Now the Value column is updated with the current register values. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 212 6.2.2 Backing up the level gauge configuration Input and holding registers for the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge can be stored on disk. This can be useful for backup purposes and troubleshooting. You can save a predefined set of holding registers to make a backup copy of the current gauge configuration.
Page 213 6. Click the Browse button, select a folder and type a name for the backup file. 7. Click the Start button to save the database backup. The backup file can be viewed as a text file in any word processing program: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 214 Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 6.2.3 Recover a backup configuration database using ™ TankMaster Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup lets you replace the current Holding Register database with a backup database stored on disk. This can be useful, for example, if you want to recover lost configuration data.
Page 215 The Configure Diagnostic Registers window also has a Log Setup button for access to the Register Log Scheduling window which allows you to setup a log schedule for automatic ™ start and stop of register logging. See Logging measurement data using TankMaster more information. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 216 Rosemount Tank Gauging system with new firmware. Prerequisites Note The Rosemount 5900C must not be in SIL Safety mode when it is reprogrammed. Ensure that necessary safety precautions are considered. Procedure 1. Ensure that the Rosemount 5900C communicates with TankMaster without any interruptions or disturbances.
Page 217 9. Update the TankMaster installation by adding new *.ini files for the Rosemount 5900C gauge to the TankMaster installation folder: Two *.ini files are used for the Rosemount 5900C, RLG.ini and RLG0xx.ini, where xx is the identification code of the application software.
Page 218 00809-0100-5901 ™ 6.2.6 Write protection using TankMaster A Rosemount 5900C can be software write protected to avoid unintentional configuration changes. Software write protection locks the holding register database. Procedure 1. Start the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup program. 2. In the TankMaster WinSetup workspace, select the Logical View tab.
Page 219 2. Click the Write Protect Device button. 3. Enter a password. 6.2.7 Write protection switch A switch can be used to prevent unauthorized changes in the Rosemount 5900C database. ™ The switch also prevents modification of F Fieldbus parameters. OUNDATION...
Page 220 September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Procedure 1. Check if there is any sealed screw. Contact Emerson Automation Solutions/ Rosemount Tank Gauging before breaking the seal if warranty is still valid. Completely remove the seal so that it does not damage the threads.
Page 221 ™ 6.2.8 Logging measurement data using TankMaster The Rosemount 5900C supports logging of diagnostic registers. This function is useful for verifying that the gauge works properly. The logging function can be accessed by using the Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup program. Procedure 1.
Page 222 Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Right-click and select Logging. 4. Select Manual or Automatic mode. Option Description Manual Manual mode lets you start logging at any time. Logging will proceed until it is stopped by clicking the Stop button.
Page 223 Default Database. Note The device address remains unaltered when the default database is loaded. Procedure 1. In the TankMaster WinSetup workspace window, select the desired device icon. 2. Right-click and select View Holding Register. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 224 Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Choose the All option and type 65510 in the Start Register input field. 4. Type the desired number of registers to be displayed in the Number of Registers field and click the Read button. 5.
Page 225: Troubleshooting
Tank Hub and Rosemount 2460 System Hub (2160 Field Communication Unit in legacy ™ systems) are not applicable for F Fieldbus systems. OUNDATION Table 6-1: Troubleshooting Chart for the Rosemount 5900C Symptom Possible cause Action No communication with the Wiring •...
Page 226 Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table 6-1: Troubleshooting Chart for the Rosemount 5900C (continued) Symptom Possible cause Action Cables are too long • Check that the input voltage on the device terminals is 9 V or more Hardware failure •...
Page 227 Reference Manual Service and troubleshooting 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table 6-1: Troubleshooting Chart for the Rosemount 5900C (continued) Symptom Possible cause Action Incorrect configuration of • Check the Rosemount 2410 tank database; ensure that Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub the device is available and mapped to the right tank •...
Page 228 Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table 6-1: Troubleshooting Chart for the Rosemount 5900C (continued) Symptom Possible cause Action Incorrect configuration of • Check the Rosemount 2410 tank database; ensure that the Rosemount 2410 Tank the level gauge is available and mapped to the right Hub’s tank database...
Page 229 Symptom Possible cause Action Disturbing objects in the • Check that the Rosemount 5900C has not locked on an tank interfering object in the tank • Use the Tank Scan function in Rosemount TankMaster WinSetup to analyze the measurement signal: - Check...
Page 230 Default Database All configuration registers are set to Ensure that device calibration is valid. default values. Simulation Active The Rosemount 5900C is in simulation Reset Rosemount 5900C simulation mode. mode. SIL Mode Enabled The level gauge operates in SIL mode.
Page 231 Bit 13: Ramp Simulation Mode Warning Bit 14: TSM Filter Too Narrow Bit 15: MMS Offset Update disabled SW warning Input register no. 6130. Contact Emerson Automation Solutions/Rosemount Tank Gauging Bit 8: DSP Undefined software warning service department Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 232 Input register 1002 for an overview of active device errors. For each error message that may appear, detailed information can be found in Input registers 6000 to 6030 as shown in Table 6-4. Table 6-4: Error Messages for the Rosemount 5900C Message Description Action RAM error Input register no.
Page 233 Reference Manual Service and troubleshooting 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table 6-4: Error Messages for the Rosemount 5900C (continued) Message Description Action Database (Hreg) error Input register no. 6004. Load default database and restart the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. An error in the transmitter...
Page 234 Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table 6-4: Error Messages for the Rosemount 5900C (continued) Message Description Action Configuration error Input register no. 6028. • Load the default database and restart the level gauge, see At least one configuration parameter Loading the default database using is outside allowed range.
Page 235 Reference Manual Service and troubleshooting 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table 6-5: Measurement Status for the Rosemount 5900C (continued) Message Description Action Predicted level The presented level is predicted. The surface See No surface echo above. echo could not be detected. Sampling failed The sampling of the last tank signal failed.
Page 236: Resource Block
Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Resource block Error conditions found in the Resource block. Table 6-6: Resource Block BLOCK_ERR Messages Condition Name Description Block configuration error Configuration Error is used to indicate that you have selected an item in FEATURES_SEL or CYCLE_SEL that was not set in FEATURES or CYCLE_TYPE, respectively Simulate active...
Page 237: Analog Input (Ai) Function Block
Output Failure: The output is bad based primarily upon a bad input. Memory Failure Lost Static Data Lost NV Data Readback Check Failed Device Needs Maintenance Now Power Up Out of Service: The actual mode is out of service. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 238: Alerts
Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Alerts The AMS Device Manager lets you view active alerts. The alarm parameters (FD_FAIL_ALM, FD_OFFSPEC_ALM, FD_MAINT_ALM, and FD_CHECK_ALM) contain information regarding some of the device errors. Active error conditions are displayed in the FD_xxx_ACTIVE parameter and can easily be listed by using the Service Tools option in AMS Device Manager.
Page 239 A. Device Status B. Active Alerts Alert setup for details on how to setup alerts for the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. 6.7.2 Recommended actions The FD_RECOMMEN_ACT parameter displays a text string that will give a recommended...
Page 240 Failure Software FF I/O Board software and radar level 1. Replace the transmitter head. Incompatibility gauge main firmware versions are 2. Contact Emerson Automation Error incompatible. Solutions/Rosemount Tank The device is not in service (OOS). Gauging department. Memory Failure - Configuration data has been corrupted 1.
Page 241 2. Cycle power to the device by status is displayed. Field repair might disconnecting the FF bus. be possible. 3. Factory reset measurement configuration and reconfigure device. 4. If error persists, contact Emerson Automation Solutions/ Rosemount Tank Gauging department. Maintenance Device Minor Unexpected measurement values 1.
Page 242: Viewing Device Status In Ams Device Manager
7. In the Device Status tab, check boxes indicate the current status of the device grouped in separate categories. See also Device status. See Alert setup for details on how to setup alerts for the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. Reference Manual...
Page 243 Reference Manual Service and troubleshooting 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 The Communication Statistics tab shows you the internal communication statistics. This may be a useful tool for troubleshooting in case of communication warnings or errors. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 244 Service and troubleshooting Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Reference Manual...
Page 245: Appendix A Specifications And Reference Data
Fieldbus FISCO (Tankbus) OUNDATION A.1.4 Update time New measurement every 0.3 s A.1.5 Repeatability 0.2 mm (0.008 in.) A.1.6 Maximum level rate Up to 200 mm/s A.1.7 Metrology sealing possibility A.1.8 Installation considerations Installation considerations. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 246: Communication / Display / Configuration
Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 A.1.9 Measurement principle The FMCW-method (Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave) means that the transmitted radar signal has a linear frequency variation around 10 GHz. The reflection from the liquid surface has a slightly different frequency compared with the signal transmitted from the antenna when the reflection is received.
Page 247 1 Input Selector (ISEL) 10 ms 1 Control Selector (CS) 10 ms 1 Output Splitter (OS) 10 ms For more information, see the F Fieldbus Blocks Manual. OUNDATION Instantiation Conforming F Fieldbus OUNDATION ITK 6 Field Diagnostics support Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 248: Electric
Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Action support wizards Restart measurement, write protect device, factory reset - measurement configuration, start/stop device simulation, set as surface, reset statistics, change all modes, register/ remove false echo, refresh echo peaks, pin verification, change vapor pressure, change vapor temperature.
Page 249 A.5.4 Antennas The Rosemount 5900C antennas have a drip-off design which for some versions also include inclined polished PTFE surfaces. Condensation on the antenna is minimized, and the radar signal remains strong. This results in maintenance free operation, high accuracy and reliability.
Page 250: Environment
Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 • The dual compartment transmitter housing, with electronics and cabling separated, can be replaced without opening the tank • It is protected against lightning, moisture/rain, and has a surface protection against sulphur and salt spray atmospheres •...
Page 251: Rosemount 5900C With Parabolic Antenna
IEEE 472 surge protection. A.6.9 Low Voltage Directive (LVD) LVD (EU directive 2014/35/EU) EN/IEC 61010-1 Rosemount 5900C with parabolic antenna Operating temperature in tank ® Max. +180 °C (+356 °F) with FEP O-ring, or +230 °C (+445 °F) with Kalrez...
Page 252: Rosemount 5900C With Cone Antenna
Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Rosemount 5900C with cone antenna Operating temperature in tank ® ® Max. +180 °C (+356 °F) with Viton O-ring, or +230 °C (+445 °F) with Kalrez O-ring Measuring range, accuracy, and cone dimensions When selecting cone antenna dimension, it is generally recommended to use as large antenna diameter as possible.
Page 253: Rosemount 5900C With Still-Pipe Array Antenna
Temperature (°F) Quartz PTFE -40 0 Temperature (°C) Rosemount 5900C with still-pipe array antenna Operating temperature in tank -40 to 120 °C (-40 to 248 °F) Measuring range 0.8 to 30 m (2.6 to 100 ft) below flange. Possibility to measure 0.5 to 40 m (1.6 to130 ft). Accuracy may be reduced. For longer measuring range, consult your local representative.
Page 254: Rosemount 5900C With Lpg/Lng Antenna
10 in. hole pattern according to ANSI 10 in. Class 150 / DN 250 PN 16 12 in. hole pattern according to ANSI 12 in. Class 150 A.10 Rosemount 5900C with LPG/LNG antenna Operating temperature at ball valve -55 to 90 °C (-67 to 194 °F) Operating temperature in tank -170 to 90 °C (-274 to 194 °F)
Page 255: Rosemount With 1- And 2-In. Still-Pipe Antennas
1-in. still-pipe antenna: 0.2 to 3 m (0.7 to 9.8 ft.) below flange. 2-in. still-pipe antenna: 0.2 to 12 m (0.7 to 39 ft.) below flange. (Possibility to measure longer ranges. For more information, contact your local Emerson representative.) Material exposed to tank atmosphere...
Page 256 Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Pressure/temperature rating Figure A-3: Temperature and Maximum Pressure Relation Temperature (°F) Quartz PTFE -40 0 Temperature (°C) Reference Manual...
Page 257: Dimensional Drawings
Reference Manual Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 A.12 Dimensional drawings Figure A-4: Dimensions of Rosemount 5900C with Parabolic Antenna 226 (8.9) 177 (7.0) 440 (17.3) <600 (23.6) Dimensions are in millimeters (inches). Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 258 Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure A-5: Dimensions of Rosemount 5900C with Cone Antenna 226 (8.9) 177 (7.0) Dimensions are in millimeters (inches). Table A-4: Available Sizes for Cone Antenna Antenna size 4 in. / DN100 93 (3.7)
Page 259 Reference Manual Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Figure A-6: Dimensions of Rosemount 5900C with Still-Pipe Array Antenna 226 (8.9) 177 (7.0) Dimensions are in millimeters (inches). Table A-5: Available sizes for Still-Pipe Array Antenna Antenna size 5 in. / DN125 120 (4.7)
Page 260 Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure A-7: Dimensions of Rosemount 5900C with LPG/LNG Still-Pipe Antenna 250 (9.8) 308 (12.1) 226 (8.9) 177 (7.0) A. Maximum 451 (17.7), depending on flange type 1. 302 (11.9) with pressure transmitter Dimensions are in millimeters (inches).
Page 261 Reference Manual Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Figure A-8: Dimensions of Rosemount 5900C with 1- and 2-in. Antenna 177 (7.0) 226 (8.9) A. Standard length 3000 (118.1) B. 1-in. still-pipe antenna C. 2-in. still-pipe antenna Dimensions are in millimeters (inches).
Page 262: Ordering Information
00809-0100-5901 A.13 Ordering information A.13.1 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with parabolic antenna Table A-7: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Parabolic Antenna Ordering Information Model Product Description 5900C Radar Level Gauge Performance class ±2 mm (0.08 in.) instrument accuracy...
Page 263 Reference Manual Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table A-7: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Parabolic Antenna Ordering Information (continued) Cable entry/Conduit connections ½ - 14 NPT, female thread. (1 plug included) M20 x 1.5 adapters, female thread. (2 adapters and 1 plug included) Metal cable glands (½...
Page 264 Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table A-7: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Parabolic Antenna Ordering Information (continued) Extended warranty 3-year limited warranty 5-year limited warranty Typical Model Number: 5900C 3 2 1 F I5 0 2 A 1 1P F S PF WE 0 Q4 Requires Rosemount 2410 with either Analog output 4-20 mA or Relay output code 1 or 2.
Page 265 Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 A.13.2 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with cone antenna Table A-8: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Cone Antenna Ordering Information Model Product Description 5900C Radar Level Gauge Performance class ±2 mm (0.08 in.) instrument accuracy...
Page 266 Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table A-8: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Cone Antenna Ordering Information (continued) M20 x 1.5 adapters, female thread. (2 adapters and 1 plug included) Metal cable glands (½ - 14 NPT). Minimum temperature -20 °C (-4 °F). ATEX/IECEx Exe approved.
Page 267 Reference Manual Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table A-8: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Cone Antenna Ordering Information (continued) DN 150 PN 16 DN 200 PN 16 Other None Customer-specific, consult factory. Antenna options None Extended Cone Antenna, total length 20 in. (500 mm).
Page 268 Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 A.13.3 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with still-pipe array antenna Table A-9: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Still-Pipe Array Antenna Ordering Information Model Product Description 5900C Radar Level Gauge Performance class ±2 mm (0.08 in.) instrument accuracy...
Page 269 Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table A-9: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Still-Pipe Array Antenna Ordering Information (continued) M20 x 1.5 adapters, female thread. (2 adapters and 1 plug included) Metal cable glands (½ - 14 NPT). Minimum temperature -20 °C (-4 °F). ATEX/IECEx Exe approved.
Page 270 Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table A-9: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with Still-Pipe Array Antenna Ordering Information (continued) Options (include with selected model number) Safety certificate IEC 61508 certificate and FMEDA-data (printed copy) Calibration certificate...
Page 271 Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 A.13.4 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with LPG/LNG antenna Table A-10: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with LPG/LNG Antenna Ordering Information Model Product Description 5900C Radar Level Gauge Performance class ±2 mm (0.08 in.) instrument accuracy...
Page 272 Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table A-10: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with LPG/LNG Antenna Ordering Information (continued) M20 x 1.5 adapters, female thread. (2 adapters and 1 plug included) Metal cable glands (½ - 14 NPT). Minimum temperature -20 °C (-4 °F). ATEX/IECEx Exe approved.
Page 273 Reference Manual Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table A-10: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with LPG/LNG Antenna Ordering Information (continued) Calibration certificate Calibration certificate (printed copy) Material traceability certificate Antenna material traceability certification per EN 10204 3.1 Overfill protection approval TÜV/DIBt WHG approval for overfill protection...
Page 274 Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 A.13.5 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with 1- and 2-in. still-pipe antenna Table A-11: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with 1- and 2-in. Still-Pipe Antennas Ordering Information Model Product Description 5900C Radar Level Gauge Performance class ±2 mm (0.08 in.) instrument accuracy...
Page 275 Reference Manual Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table A-11: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with 1- and 2-in. Still-Pipe Antennas Ordering Information (continued) Cable entry/Conduit connections ½ - 14 NPT, female thread. (1 plug included) M20 x 1.5 adapters, female thread. (2 adapters and 1 plug included) Metal cable glands (½...
Page 276 Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table A-11: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with 1- and 2-in. Still-Pipe Antennas Ordering Information (continued) 8 in. Class 150 2-in. EN flanges (SST EN 1.4404) - flat face Antenna DN 50 PN40 1-in.
Page 277 Specifications and reference data 00809-0100-5901 September 2019 Table A-11: Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge with 1- and 2-in. Still-Pipe Antennas Ordering Information (continued) Typical Model Number: 5900C 3 S 1 F I5 0 2 A G 11 2 S PK 2B 1 ST Requires Rosemount 2410 with either Analog output 4-20 mA or Relay output code 1 or 2.
Page 278 Specifications and reference data Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Reference Manual...
Page 279: Appendix B Product Certifications
The product complies with applicable EU directives (EMC, ATEX, LVD, and RED). Based on the low emitted effects from the gauges (below 0.1 mW) compared to limits given by the Rec. 1999/519/EC, no additional measures are needed. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 280: Installing Equipment In North America
Product Certifications Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Installing Equipment in North America ® The US National Electrical Code (NEC) and the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) permit the use of Division marked equipment in Zones and Zone marked equipment in Divisions. The markings must be suitable for the area classification, gas, and temperature class.
Page 281 2. Non-metallic surfaces and the surface of the painted housing may, under certain extreme conditions, generate an ignition-capable level of electrostatic. Appropriate measures must be taken to prevent electrostatic discharge. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 282: Europe
Product Certifications Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 3. Using the box provided on the nameplate, the User shall permanently mark the type of protection chosen for the specific installation. Once the type of protection has been marked it shall not be changed. 4.
Page 283: International
1. The enclosure contains aluminum and is considered to present a potential risk of ignition by impact or friction. When installed as EPL Ga, care must be taken during installation and use to prevent impact or friction. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 284: Brazil
Product Certifications Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 2. Non-metallic surfaces and the surface of the painted housing may, under certain extreme conditions, generate an ignition-capable level of electrostatic. Appropriate measures must be taken to prevent electrostatic discharge. 3. Using the box provided on the nameplate, the User shall permanently mark the type of protection chosen for the specific installation.
Page 285: China
Special Conditions for Safe Use (X): 1. See certificate for special conditions. B.12 Japan B.12.1 I4 Japan Intrinsic Safety Certificate CML 17JPN2301X Markings Ex ia IIC T4 Ga/Gb -50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +80 °C Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 286: Republic Of Korea
Product Certifications Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Ui (Vmax) Ii (lmax) Entity parameters 30 V 300 mA 1.3 W 1.1 nF 1.5 µH FISCO parameters 17.5V 380 mA 5.32 W 1.1 nF 1.5 µH Special Conditions for Safe Use (X): 1.
Page 287: Pattern Approvals
FM Class 3600 – 2011, FM Class 3610 – 2010, FM Class 3611 – 2004, FM Class 3810 – 2005 Markings IS CL I, DIV 1, GP A, B, C, D when connected per Rosemount drawing 02051-1009 (-50°C ≤ Ta ≤ +60°C); Type 4x Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 288 Product Certifications Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Special Conditions for Safe Use (X): 1. The Model 2051 transmitter housing contains aluminum and is considered a potential risk of ignition by impact or friction. Care must be taken into account during installation and use to prevent impact and friction. IF Canada Intrinsic Safety Certificate 2041384...
Page 289: Approval Drawings
9240040-917 System Control Drawing for hazardous location installation of intrinsically safe FM ATEX, FM IECEx, FM-US, and FM-C approved apparatus. See the “Manuals & Drawings” CD ROM that is shipped with the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge for electronic copies of the system control drawings.
Page 290 Product Certifications Reference Manual September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Reference Manual...
Page 291: Foundation
OUNDATION Information Resource block This section contains information on the Resource Block of the Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge. The resource block defines the physical resources of the device. The resource block also handles functionality that is common across multiple blocks. The block has no linkable inputs or outputs.
Page 292 Identifies the block execution methods available for this resource. CYCLE_SEL Used to select the block execution method for this resource. The Rosemount 5900C supports the following: Scheduled: Blocks are only executed based on the function block schedule. Block Execution: A block may be executed by linking to another blocks completion.
Page 293 Active status, if the subcode has changed. ALARM_SUM The current alarm status, unacknowledged states, unreported states, and disabled states of the alarms associated with the function block. ACK_OPTION Selection of whether alarms associated with the function block will be automatically acknowledged. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 294 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-1: Resource Block Parameters (continued) Index Parameter Description Number WRITE_PRI Priority of the alarm generated by clearing the write lock. WRITE_ALM This alert is generated if the write lock parameter is cleared. ITK_VER Major revision number of the inter operability test case used in certifying this device as interoperable.
Page 295 Indicates which miscellaneous device licensing options are enabled. OUTPUT_BOARD_SN Output board serial number. For the Rosemount 5900C this is the same as Main Label Device ID which can be found on the main label that is attached to the housing.
Page 296 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-1: Resource Block Parameters (continued) Index Parameter Description Number FAILED_ENABLE Enabled FAILED_ALM alarm conditions. Corresponds bit for bit to the FAILED_ACTIVE. A bit on means that the corresponding alarm condition is enabled and will be detected.
Page 297: Analog Input Block
Alarm detection is based on the OUT value and user specified alarm limits. Table C-3 lists the AI block parameters and their units of measure, descriptions, and index numbers. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 298 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Figure C-2: Analog Input Function Block Schematic A. Analog Measurement B. Access Analog Measurement C. CHANNEL D. SIMULATE E. Convert F. OUT_SCALE; XD_SCALE G. FIELD_VAL H. L_TYPE I. IO_OPTS J. PV_FTIME K.
Page 299 If percentage value of transducer input fails below this, PV = 0. PV_FTIME Seconds The time constant of the first-order PV filter. It is the time required for a 63 percent change in the IN value. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 300 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-3: Definitions of Analog Input Function Block System Parameters (continued) Index Number Parameter Units Description FIELD_VAL Percent The value and status from the transducer block or from the simulated input when simulation is enabled. UPDATE_EVT None This alert is generated by any change to the static data.
Page 301: Analog Output Block
Table C-4: Analog Output Function Block System Parameters Parameter Units Description BKCAL_OUT EU of PV_SCALE The value and status required by the BKCAL_IN input of another block to prevent reset windup and to provide bumpless transfer to closed loop control. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 302 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-4: Analog Output Function Block System Parameters (continued) Parameter Units Description BLOCK_ERR None The summary of active error conditions associated with the block. The block errors for the AnalogOutput block are Simulate Active, Input Failure/Process Variable has Bad Status,Output Failure, Read back Failed, and Out of Service..
Page 303: Measurement Transducer Block
This parameter reflects the error status associated with the hardware or software components associated with a block. It is a bit string, so that multiple errors may be shown. UPDATE_EVT This alert is generated by any change to the static data Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 304 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-5: Measurement Transducer Block Parameters (continued) Index Parameter Description Number BLOCK_ALM The block alarm is used for all configuration, hardware, connection failure or system problems in the block. The cause of the alert is entered in the subcode field. The first alert to become active will set the Active status in the Status parameter.
Page 305 Tank Type (see Tank shape Table C-9). Optimizes the 5900C for various tank geometries. TANK_BOTTOM_TYPE Tank Bottom Type. Optimizes the Rosemount 5900C for measurements close to the tank bottom. See Table C-10. TANK_ENVIRONMENT Tank Environment. See Environment. Mark the check boxes that correspond to the conditions in your tank.
Page 306 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-5: Measurement Transducer Block Parameters (continued) Index Parameter Description Number TANK_EXPANSION_COEFF Tank Expansion Coefficient TANK_CALIB_AVG_TEMP Tank Calibration Average Temperature DAMPING_VALUE Damping Value HEART_BEAT_COUNT This number should be incrementing. It is an indication that the device is alive.
Page 307 Table C-8: Antenna Size VALUE ANTENNA_SIZE Pipe 5 inch Pipe 6 inch Pipe 8 inch Pipe 10 inch Pipe 12 inch Table C-9: Tank Shape VALUE TANK_SHAPE Unknown Vertical Cylinder Horizontal Cylinder Spherical Cubical Floating Roof Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 308 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-10: Tank Bottom Type VALUE TANK_BOTTOM_TYPE Unknown Flat Dome Cone Flat Inclined Table C-11: Environment VALUE TANK_ENVIRONMENT Rapid Level Change (>0.1 m/s, >4 in/s) Turbulent Surface Foam Solid Product Table C-12: Tank Presentation VALUE TANK_PRESENTATION...
Page 309 0x20000000 RM reprogramming in progress C.4.1 Diagnostic device alerts Table C-15 lists conditions reported in the DIAGN_DEVICE_ALERT parameter. Table C-15: Device Alerts Value Description No alarm active 0x0008 0000 Database error 0x0010 0000 Hardware error Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 310: Volume Transducer Block
™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-15: Device Alerts (continued) Value Description 0x0020 0000 Configuration error 0x0040 0000 Software error 0x1000 0000 Simulation Mode 0x2000 0000 Software write protected Volume Transducer block Table C-16: Volume Transducer Block Parameters Index Parameter Description...
Page 311: Register Transducer Block
Since the Register Transducer block allows access to most registers, it should be handled with care and ONLY to be changed by trained and certified service personnel, or as guided by Emerson Automation Solutions support personnel. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 312 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-17: Register Transducer Block Parameters Index Parameter Description Number ST_REV The revision level of the static data associated with the function block. The revision value increments each time a static parameter value in the block is changed.
Page 313: Advanced Configuration Transducer Block
The actual, target, permitted, and normal modes of the block. Target: The mode to “go to” Actual: The mode the “block is currently in” Permitted: Allowed modes that target may take on Normal: Most common mode for target Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 314 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-18: Advanced Configuration Transducer Block Parameters (continued) Index Parameter Description Number BLOCK_ERR This parameter reflects the error status associated with the hardware or software components associated with a block. It is a bit string, so that multiple errors may be shown.
Page 315 Measurement unit for amplitude of measurement signal. ECHO_UPDATE Refresh echo information in parameters 49 to 51. Table C-20. ECHO_COMMAND Save found echo as a registered false echo. Remove echo from registered false echo list. Table C-21. Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 316 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-18: Advanced Configuration Transducer Block Parameters (continued) Index Parameter Description Number ECHO_DISTANCE Distance to found echo. ECHO_AMPLITUDE Signal Amplitude of found echo. ECHO_CLASS Classification of found echo, see Table C-19.
Page 317: Lpg Transducer Block
LPG configuration LPG Setup using DeltaV / AMS Device Manager for more information on how to configure the Rosemount 5900C for LPG measurement. See also the application example in Application example. Table C-23: LPG-Hybrid Transducer Block Parameters...
Page 318 ™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-23: LPG-Hybrid Transducer Block Parameters (continued) Index Parameter Description Number BLOCK_ALM The block alarm is used for all configuration, hardware, connection failure or system problems in the block. The cause of the alert is entered in the subcode field.
Page 319 Supported units Correction method Table C-24: Identification Number for Various LPG Correction Methods Value Description Air correction One known gas One or more unknown gases Two gases, unknown mix ratio Stable composition Correction method 100 Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
Page 320: Supported Units
™ Fieldbus Block Information Reference Manual OUNDATION September 2019 00809-0100-5901 Table C-24: Identification Number for Various LPG Correction Methods (continued) Value Description Correction method 101 Gas type Table C-25: Identification Number for Various Gas Types Value Description User gas 0 User gas 1 Default gas Ammonia...
Page 321 1051 Barrel Table C-31: Pressure Units Display Description 1130 Pascal 1133 Kilo Pascal 1137 1138 mBar Millibar 1140 Atmospheres 1141 pounds / square inch 1590 bar G bar Gauge relative 1597 bar A bar Absolute Rosemount 5900C Radar Level Gauge...
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Emerson Rosemount 5900C Reference Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Overview

Chapter 3 Installation

Chapter 4 Configuration

Chapter 5 Operation

Chapter 6 Service and Troubleshooting

Appendix A Specifications and Reference Data

Appendix B Product Certifications

Appendix C FOUNDATION Fieldbus Block Information

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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