Consumption sensor with display, 4 ... 20 ma and pulse output (galv. isolated).
stationary and mobile
flow and consumption measurement for compressed air and gases. (52 pages)
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VA 400 consumption sensor consumption sensor Stationary and mobile flow and consumption measurement for compressed air and gases Optionen: VA 400 with display* VA 400 - Max. VA 400 - HighSpeed Operation menu for the display with capacitive key buttons V5-02-2010...
Important information before initiation Safety instructions Technical data Instruments description Installation description Assembly instructions Measuring ranges VA 400 - Standard 10-11 Measuring ranges VA 400 - Max. 12-13 Measuring ranges VA 400 - HighSpeed 14-15 Max. velocities of the different gases...
VA 400 max. version 185 m/s, please take the flow rates from the tables on pages 12-13 VA 400 high speed version 224 m/s, please take the flow rates from the tables on pages 14-15 1. VA 400 with display with 4… 20 mA analogue and pulse output...
GmbH is also not liable for consequential damage resulting from the delivery, ca- pability or use of this device. We offer you to take back the instruments of the instruments family VA 400 which you would like to dispose of.
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Gas and Water) admission, however, it can be used for natural gas. A DVGW admission is not mandatory. The consumption sensor VA 400 corresponds with the latest state of technology and can generally be used for burnable and non-burnable gases.
TECHNICAL DATA Measured variables: Volume flow (mass flow), total consumption, velocity Reference: DIN 1945, ISO 1217 at 20°C and 1000 mbar) (Standard factory setting) - other standards can be adjustec ex factory or by means of the CS Service Software Principle of measurement: calorimetric measurement Sensor: Pt45, Pt1000...
INSTRUMENTS DESCRIPTION A 400 is a consumption sensor for consumption measurement of compressed air and gases. The version with integrated display indicates the actual consumption e. g. in m³/h and m³. Special features: - Option integrated display - units freely selectable in the display - consumption counter resettable - inner pipe diameter adjustable - Depth scale for accurate installation...
INSTALLATION DESCRIPTION The following table shows the equalising sections necessary in relation to existing ob- structions: Table of inlet and outlet sections Minimum length Minimum length Flow obstruction in front of the measuring section inlet (L1) outlet (L2) Slight curve 12 x D 5 x D (bend <...
The valid measuring range and delivery configuration are programmed by the manufacturer on the basis of the user’s specifications. The stationary flow and air consumption measuring devices from the VA 400/ DS 300 se- ries function according to the “plug and play” principle. The device is ready for operation as soon as the power supply is connected.
MEASURING RANGES STANDARD Measuring ranges depending on the inner diameter of the pipe The sensor VA 400 - standard version with or without display, has a maximum measuring range of 92.7 m/sec. The flow rate is programmed to: Inner diameter: 53.1 mm This corresponds with an analogue output 4…...
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MEASURING RANGES STANDARD Measuring ranges depending from the inner diameter of the pipe Sonde VA 400 - standard version up to 92.7 m/sec. Inner diameter Flow of the pipe (final value of measuring range) max. Inch m³/min l/min m³/h 65.0 2 1/2"...
MEASURING RANGES MAX Measuring ranges depending from the inner diameter of the pipe The sensor VA 400 - max. version with or without display, has a maximum measuring range of 185.0 m/sec. The flow rate is programmed to: Inner diameter: 53.1 mm This corresponds with an analogue output 4…...
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MEASURING RANGES MAX Measuring ranges depending from the inner diameter of the pipe Sensor VA 400 - max. version up to 185.0 m/sec. Inner diameter Flow of the pipe (final value of measuring range) max. Inch m³/h m³/min l/min 2 1/2"...
MEASURING RANGES HIGH SPEED Measuring ranges depending from the inner diameter of the pipe The sensor VA 400 - high speed version with or without display, has a maximum measuring range of 224.0 m/sec. The flow rate is programmed to: Inner diameter: 53.1 mm...
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MEASURING RANGES HIGH SPEED Measuring ranges depending from the inner diameter of the pipe Sensor VA 400 - high speed version up to 224.0 m/sec. Flow Inner diameter (final value of measuring range) of the pipe max. Inch m³/h m³/min l/min 2 1/2"...
132.5 Please note: The consumption sensor VA 400 corresponds with the latest state of technology and can generally be used for burnable and non-burnable gases. If this consumption sensor is used for measurement of burnable gases (e. g. natural gas) we explicitly point out that the sensor has no DVGW admission, however, it can be used for burnable gases.
DS 300 the pulse output to litre, kg, cf is set via the setting of the consumption unit litre/min, kg/h, cfm. Active pulse to connector plug A (PIN 5) In case of the version VA 400 without display the pulse is an active signal (not galvanically isolated) Pulse +P = +VB (12...30 VDC), max. current I = 10 mA, to connector plug A.
PULSE OUTPUT / PULSE LENGTHS Pulse output signal indication Pulse lengths depending on consumption Pulse output: max. voltage pulse +P = +VB (12 .. 30 VDC), active signal max. current I = 10 mA Internal pulse receiver: The numbers of m³ per second are summed up and indicated after one second.
Connector plug A Connector plug B View reverse side (clamp side) PIN 4 and 5 (only assigned if VA 400 has a display) View reverse side (clamp side) black grey blue black white max.
SERVICE INFORMATION Maintenance The sensor head should be checked regularly for dirt and cleaned if necessary. Should dirt, dust or oil accumulate on the sensor element, a deviation will occur in the measuring value. An annual check is recommended. Should the compressed air be heavily soiled this interval must be shortened.
- Total consumption in m³ - Diameter If not ordered by customer, the diameter will be preset to 53.1 mm. On the top of the VA 400 are the capacitive key buttons to operate the display menu. “Up“ ( “Enter“ ( ↵ )
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After power on, the display will go through an initialisation procedure and will finally show the ac- tual online values. Slave mode Changing the settings only with DS 300 Master mode Changing the settings with push buttons VA 400. V5-02-2010...
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DISPLAY FUNCTION Display currently set diameter A short click on the “Enter”-button shows the currently set diameter. Input diameter In order to change the diameter value, keep the "Enter“ button pressed for 3 seconds. After input of the unlock code the menu begins with diameter setting. The first digit will start blinking and can be changed with the "Up"...
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DISPLAY FUNCTION Menu You can exit the configuration process by pressing and keeping the “Enter” key for 3 sec or no key event for 20 sec. The configuration before this picture will be save and effected late. V5-02-2010...
The warranty time for the VA 400 is 12 months. If no other definitions are given the accessory parts have a warranty time of 6 months. Warranty services do not extend the warranty time.
MEASURING SECTIONS On request CS Instrument will supply the following measuring sections for VA 400 consumption sensors: Measurement section for VA 300 probes Measuring section for VA 400 flow sensors: G 1/2"-outer screw neck Outer thread: G x Outer thread: G x...
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