Fluidwell F Series Manual
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F131-P
BATCH CONTROLLER
two-stage control, analog and pulse output
Signal input flowmeter: pulse, Namur and coil
External controls: start and stop
Digital outputs: two control outputs for two stage control, or
one control output and pulse output ref. total
Analog output: (0)4-20 mA / 0-10 V ref. flow rate
Options: Intrinsically safe, Modbus communication
F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas.
More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries
FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx
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- Page 1 Digital outputs: two control outputs for two stage control, or one control output and pulse output ref. total Analog output: (0)4-20 mA / 0-10 V ref. flow rate Options: Intrinsically safe, Modbus communication F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas. More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx...
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
Page 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Any responsibility is lapsed if the instructions and procedures as described in this manual are not followed. • LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS: The F131-P is not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or systems where malfunction of the product can reasonably be expected to result in a personal injury. -
Page 3: About The Manual
: 03.01.xx Manual : FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx © Copyright 2024 : Fluidwell B.V. - the Netherlands Information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. The manufacturer is not responsible for mistakes in this material or for incidental damage caused as a direct or indirect result of the delivery, performance or use of this material. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................ 2 DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONIC WASTE ........................ 2 SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES ..................2 ABOUT THE MANUAL ............................3 WARRANTY AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT ......................3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................4 INTRODUCTION ............................. 6 System description of the F131-P .................... - Page 5 Page 5 4.6.8 Terminal 26-31: Type CB / CH / CI - Communication (option) ..........37 INTRINSICALLY SAFE APPLICATIONS .................... 38 Identification .......................... 38 Electrical installation in hazardous area ................39 5.2.1 General information and instructions ..................39 5.2.2 Installations based on ATEX or IECEx certificate ..............40 Electrical data –...
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Page 6: Introduction
Page 6 1 INTRODUCTION SYSTEM DESCRIPTION OF THE F131-P Functions and features The batch controller model F131-P is a microprocessor driven instrument designed for batching and filling of small up to large quantities as well as displaying the flow rate, the total and the accumulated total. - Page 7 Page 7 Configuration of the F131-P The F131-P is designed for use in many types of applications. For that reason, a setup menu is available to program the F131-P according to your specific requirements. The setup includes several important features, such as K-Factors, engineering units, signal selection, power management (to extend battery life-time), etc.
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Page 8: Operational
Page 8 2 OPERATIONAL GENERAL INFORMATION This chapter describes the daily use of the F131-P. This instruction is meant for users / operators. • This device may only be operated by persons who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed. •... - Page 9 Page 9 Fig. 4: Program preset value (typical). When data is altered but ENTER has not been pressed yet, then the alteration can still be cancelled by waiting for 20 seconds or by pressing ENTER during three seconds: the former value will be reinstated.
- Page 10 Page 10 Fig. 6: Process paused (typical). ▪ Clear batch total The value for total can be reset. To do so, select Total and press PROG followed by STOP - STOP. After pressing the STOP/ key once, the flashing text "PUSH STOP" is shown. To avoid a reset at this stage, press another key than the STOP/...
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Page 11: Configuration
Page 11 3 CONFIGURATION INTRODUCTION This and the following chapters are exclusively meant for electricians and non-operators. In these, an extensive description of all software settings and hardware connections are provided. • Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of this device may only be carried out by trained persons authorized by the operator of the facility. -
Page 12: Programming Sequence
Page 12 Use the control panel to navigate through SETUP-level PROG-key When a function is selected, this key is used to start the programming sequence. When only a function group is selected (and no function), this key is used to scroll back a function group (e.g. -
Page 13: Returning To Operator-Level
Page 13 STOP-key This key is used to select the previous item in the list (e.g. Enable → Disable ). At the bottom of the list, the selection will wrap around to the last selection. Step 3: Finishing the programming sequence PROG-key During the programming sequence, this key is used to confirm the new value and return to SETUP-level. -
Page 14: Menu 1 - Preset
Page 14 POWER MANAGEMENT LCD NEW fast; 1 sec; 3 sec; 15 sec; 30 sec; off BATTERY MODE operational; shelf FLOWMETER SIGNAL npn; npn-lp; reed; reed-lp; pnp; pnp-lp; namur; coil-hi; coil-lo; 8-1 DC; 12 DC; 24 DC ANALOG OUTPUT disable; enable RATE MIN 0000.000 - 9999999 RATE MAX... -
Page 15: Menu 2 - Flow Rate
Page 15 K-FACTOR This setting is used to set the K-Factor for the total. With the K-Factor, the flowmeter pulse signals are converted to a quantity. The K-Factor is based on the number of pulses generated by the flowmeter per selected engineering unit, for example per m . -
Page 16: Menu 3 - Overrun
Page 16 CALCULATION The flow rate is calculated by measuring the time between a number of pulses, for example 10 pulses. The more pulses the more accurate the flow rate will be. The maximum value is 255 pulses. the update interval for the flow rate and This setting does influence thus, indirectly the update interval of the analog output.. -
Page 17: Menu 6 - Power Management
Page 17 3.3.7 MENU 6 - POWER MANAGEMENT When used with the internal battery option (type PB/PC), the user can expect reliable measurement over a long period of time. The F131-P has several smart power management functions to extend the battery life time significantly. Two of these functions can be set. POWER MANAGEMENT LCD NEW The calculation of the display-information influences the power... -
Page 18: Menu 8 - Analog Output
Page 18 MENU 8 – ANALOG OUTPUT 3.3.9 A linear 4-20mA signal (option AB: 0-20mA or option AU: 0-10V) output signal is generated, representing the flow rate. The settings for the flow rate influence the analog output directly. The relationship between the flow rate and the analog output is set with the following settings. ANALOG OUTPUT OUTPUT If the analog output is not used, select disable to minimize the power... -
Page 19: 3.3.10 Menu 9 - Relay Output
Page 19 3.3.10 MENU 9 - RELAY OUTPUT Two control outputs are available to control relays or valves. Relay 2 can also be used as pulse output according the batch total (actual) or accumulated total. RELAYS RELAYS This submenu is used to set the function of related output. 1-Step: The F132-P is used for one-stage batch control while R2 is used as a scaled pulse output. -
Page 20: 3.3.12 Menu B - Others
Page 20 3.3.12 MENU B - OTHERS OTHERS MODEL For support and maintenance it is important to have information about the characteristics of the F131-P. Your supplier will ask for this SOFTWARE VERSION information in the case of a serious breakdown or to assess the SERIAL NO. -
Page 21: Installation
Page 21 4 INSTALLATION GENERAL DIRECTIONS • Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of this device may only be carried out by trained persons authorized by the operator of the facility. Persons must read and understand this manual before carrying out its instructions. •... -
Page 22: Handling The F-Series Enclosure
Page 22 HANDLING THE F-SERIES ENCLOSURE 4.3.1 IDENTIFICATION The F1-Series can be supplied as suitable for Safe Area or Hazardous Area. Suitability for Intrinsic Safety is indicated in the model code by Type XI (e.g. F131-P-XI). For Intrinsically Safe applications: Installation and identification labels are shown in chapter 5. Identification label To identify your F1-Series device, all field mount enclosures have a weatherproof identification label placed on the outside of the unit. -
Page 23: Opening / Removing The Cover
Page 23 Terminal label Also on the inside, a terminal label is placed to indicate the location of the terminals and settings for the sensor supply configuration switches. Fig. 11: Identification – Example of F1-Series terminal label (safe area) Serial number and year of production The serial number can be reviewed on the identification label or in SETUP-menu Others. -
Page 24: Mechanical Installation
Page 24 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS – ALUMINUM AND STAINLESS STEEL ENCLOSURES 4.4.1 Fig. 12: Dimensions – Aluminum and stainless steel enclosures FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx... -
Page 25: Dimensions - Non-Metallic Enclosures
Page 25 DIMENSIONS – NON-METALLIC ENCLOSURES 4.4.2 Fig. 13: Dimensions – Non-metallic enclosures FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx... -
Page 26: Mounting
Page 26 4.4.3 MOUNTING The enclosure can be installed by itself or with the aid of a mounting plate in the configurations shown below. When the unit is installed on a wall or onto a meter, please use components and installation techniques that are suitable for the used materials. -
Page 27: Electrical Installation
Page 27 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION • Electro static discharge does inflict irreparable damage to electronics! Before installing or opening the F131-P, the installer has to discharge himself by touching a well-grounded object. • For reasons of ESD and safety, always ground the metal enclosure properly as indicated, especially if the unit has been supplied with the 115-230V AC power-supply type PM or relays type OR. -
Page 28: Field Wiring Connections
Inside of the Fluidwell unit, the various common ground terminals are connected to each other. It is advised to terminate the wire screens in the vicinity of the sensor and to insulate the wire screen with a shrink tube at the F131-P side. -
Page 29: Sensor Supply
Page 29 4.5.5 SENSOR SUPPLY For type PB / PX / AP – Terminal 11: Limited sensor supply These types of power supply only offer a limited sensor supply, which SHOULD NOT be used to supply the flowmeters electronics, converters etc. as it will not provide adequate sustained power! All energy used by the flowmeters pick-up will directly influence the battery life-time. -
Page 30: Terminal Connectors
Page 30 TERMINAL CONNECTORS Take careful notice of all safety and precautionary measures indicated in paragraph 4.5: Electrical Installation and review paragraph 4.5.3 and 4.5.4 before applying any field or power supply wiring. For Intrinsically Safe applications (Type XI): read chapter 5. Following terminal connectors are available on the F131-P when supplied with Type XX: Fig. -
Page 31: Terminal 03-04: Control Or Pulse Output R2
Page 31 4.6.2 TERMINAL 03-04: CONTROL OR PULSE OUTPUT R2 This output is available to control the batch process for two-step control or as pulse output. In case of a pulse output function: the maximum pulse frequency of this output is 500Hz. 4.6.3 TERMINAL 05-06: CONTROL OUTPUT R1 This output is designed to drive a low-power device (e.g. -
Page 32: Terminal 07-08: Analog Output
Page 32 Type OT A passive transistor output is available with this option. Max. driving capacity 300mA@50V DC. Fig. 19: Terminal connections - Passive transistor output (typical) 4.6.4 TERMINAL 07-08: ANALOG OUTPUT Type AP A 4-20mA current-sinking signal proportional to the flow rate is available as standard. A DC power supply should be connected to terminal 07 and 08, the current is then regulated by unit. - Page 33 Page 33 Type AB An active 0-20mA signal proportional to the flow rate is available with this option. Max. driving capacity 1000 Ohm @ 24VDC. (Requires power supply type PD/PF/PM). Fig. 22: Terminal connections - Active 0-20mA analog output (typical) Type AF Floating analog output (type AF) is only available intrinsically safe;...
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Page 34: Terminal 09-11: Flowmeter Input
Page 34 Option AU: An active 0-10VDC signal proportional to the flow rate is available with this option. Max. load 10mA @ 10VDC. (Requires power supply type PD/PF/PM). Fig. 25: Terminal connections - Active 0-10V analog output (typical 4.6.5 TERMINAL 09-11: FLOWMETER INPUT Three basic types of flowmeter signals can be connected to the unit: pulse, active pulse or sine- wave (coil). - Page 35 Page 35 Pulse-signal PNP / PNP-LP: The F131-P is suitable for use with flowmeters which have a PNP output signal. 3V is offered on terminal 11 which has to be switched by the sensor to terminal 10 (SIGNAL). For a reliable pulse detection, the pulse amplitude has to go above 1.2V.
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Page 36: Terminal 12-13: External Start
Page 36 NAMUR-signal: The F131-P is suitable for flowmeters with an Namur signal. The standard F131-P is not able to power the Namur sensor, as an external power supply for the sensor is required. However, a 8.2V sensor supply voltage (terminal 11) can be provided with power supply type PD, PF, PM. Fig. -
Page 37: Terminal 26-31: Type Cb / Ch / Ci - Communication (Option)
Page 37 4.6.8 TERMINAL 26-31: TYPE CB / CH / CI - COMMUNICATION (OPTION) Serial communications on hardware layers RS232, RS485 and TTL (intrinsic safety) are possible. Make sure that the hardware layer specific requirements are met to achieve reliable communication and read the Modbus communication protocol and Appendix C. -
Page 38: Intrinsically Safe Applications
Page 38 5 INTRINSICALLY SAFE APPLICATIONS IDENTIFICATION The F1-Series can be supplied as suitable for Safe Area or Hazardous Area. Suitability for Intrinsic Safety is indicated in the model code by Type XI (e.g. F131-P-XI). If Type XI is not indicated your device is not suitable for Intrinsically Safe applications! Identification label To identify your F1-Series device, all field mount enclosures have a weatherproof identification label placed on the outside of the unit. -
Page 39: Electrical Installation In Hazardous Area
Page 39 Terminal label Also on the inside, a terminal label is placed to indicate the location of the terminals and settings for the sensor supply configuration switches. Fig. 37: Identification – Example of F1-Series terminal label (intrinsic safety) ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION IN HAZARDOUS AREA 5.2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS Cautions... -
Page 40: Installations Based On Atex Or Iecex Certificate
Page 40 5.2.2 INSTALLATIONS BASED ON ATEX OR IECEX CERTIFICATE Installation instructions • For installation under ATEX directive: this Intrinsically Safe device must be installed in accordance with ATEX directive 2014/34/EU and product certificate KEMA 03ATEX1074 X. • For installation under IECEx scheme: this Intrinsically Safe device must be installed in accordance with product certificate IECEx DEK 11.0042X. -
Page 41: Electrical Data - Annex 1
Page 41 ELECTRICAL DATA – ANNEX 1 5.2.3 Annex 1 (model specific) to type XI product certificates KEMA 03ATEX1074 X, IECEx DEK 11.0042X For the combined connection of the different supply, input and output circuits, the installation instructions of the manufacturer shall be observed. From the safety point of view the circuits shall be considered to be connected to earth. - Page 42 Page 42 Coil, Switch, PNP, NAMUR In type of protection intrinsic safey Ex ia IIB/IIIC or Ex ia IIC, in combination inputs with connected external supply input type -PD, with following maximum values: (terminals 10 and 11, 8.7 V Ex ia IIB/IIIC Ex ia IIC terminals 13 and 14) 25 mA...
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Page 43: Power Supply Wiring
Page 43 5.2.4 POWER SUPPLY WIRING The F131-P can be powered from an external power supply. An internal power supply is also available in the form of a lithium battery. When both external and internal power supplies are present, the internal power supply is interrupted and will act as a backup supply. Note that the optional backlight only works with external power. -
Page 44: Terminal Connectors Intrinsically Safe Applications - Type Xi
Page 44 TERMINAL CONNECTORS INTRINSICALLY SAFE APPLICATIONS – TYPE XI Take careful notice of all safety and precautionary measures indicated in paragraph 5.2: Electrical installation in hazardous area and review paragraph 5.2.4 and 5.2.5 before applying any field or power supply wiring. Chapter 4 shows general information regarding the electrical installation of the F131-P. -
Page 45: Configuration Examples
Page 45 CONFIGURATION EXAMPLES Fig. 40: F131-P-(AP)-(CT)-IR-OT-PC-(PX)-XI - Battery powered - IIB/IIC – IIIC FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx... - Page 46 Page 46 Fig. 41: F131-P-AP-CT-IR-OT-(PX)-XI - External power supply - IIB/IIC - IIIC FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx...
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Page 47: Maintenance
Repairs should only be carried out by the manufacturer or his authorized agent. Repair policy I you have any problem with your Fluidwell product and you wish to repair it, please follow the procedure below: a. Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from your supplier or distributor Together with the RMA, you need to complete a repair form to submit detailed information about the problem. -
Page 48: Battery Replacement Instructions
Page 48 BATTERY REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS 6.3.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Handle the battery with the utmost care to prevent a short circuit and damage. A mistreated battery can become unsafe. Unsafe batteries can cause (serious) injury to persons. Do not recharge, crush, disassemble, incinerate, heat above its rated temperature or expose contents to water. -
Page 49: Replace The Battery
Page 49 6.3.2 REPLACE THE BATTERY Before starting the battery replacement procedure, make sure that the marking on the new battery corresponds with the type of installation, as shown in paragraph 6.3.1. Remove the old battery as follows: 1. Open the enclosure as indicated in section 4.3 and carefully remove the cable-connectors. 2. -
Page 50: Appendix A. Technical Specification
Page 50 APPENDIX A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION General Display Type High intensity numeric and alphanumeric LCD, UV-resistant. Digits Seven 17mm (0.67") and eleven 8mm (0.31"). Various symbols and measuring units. Refresh rate User definable: 8 times/sec - 30 secs. Type ZB LCD with LED backlight. - Page 51 Page 51 Power supply Type PB Standard lithium battery - life-time depends upon settings - up to 5 years. SAFE AREA ONLY Type PC Intrinsically Safe lithium battery - life-time depends upon settings - up to 5 years. Type PD 8-24V AC / 8-30V DC;...
- Page 52 Page 52 Inputs Flowmeter Type P npn; npn-lp; reed; reed-lp; pnp; pnp-lp; namur; coil-hi; coil-lo; 8-1 DC; 12 DC; 24 DC Frequency Minimum 0 Hz - maximum 7 kHz for total and flow rate. Maximum frequency depends on signal type and internal low-pass filter. E.g.
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Page 53: Appendix Bproblem Solving
Page 53 APPENDIX B PROBLEM SOLVING In this appendix, several problems are included that can occur when the F131-P is going to be installed or while it is in operation. Flowmeter does not generate pulses: Check: ▪ Signal selection; ▪ Pulse amplitude;... -
Page 54: Appendix C. Communication Variables
Page 54 APPENDIX C. COMMUNICATION VARIABLES General The product is fitted with the Modbus communication protocol and can be equipped with various physical interfaces like RS485 and RS232 (please see device datasheet for available options). The tables below show the various variables that can be accessed through the communication. Currently, the function codes supported are: •... - Page 55 Page 55 Setup variables REGISTER TYPE VALUE / REMARKS VARIABLE ADDRESS PRESET REGISTERS [d] 32 40033 unit uint16 0=none 3=kg 6= USGAL [h] 0x020 4= lb 7=bbl 2= m 5=GAL [d] 33 40034 decimals uint16 0…3 [h] 0x021 [d] 34 40035 K-factor uint32 1...9999999...
- Page 56 Page 56 REGISTER VARIABLE TYPE VALUE / REMARKS ADDRESS POWER MANAGEMENT REGISTERS [d] 80 40081 LCD update time uint16 0=fast 2=3sec 4=30sec [h] 0x050 1=1sec 3=15sec 5=off [d] 81 40082 power mode uint16 0=operational 1=shelf [h] 0x051 REGISTER VARIABLE TYPE VALUE / REMARKS ADDRESS FLOWMETER...
- Page 57 Page 57 REGISTER VARIABLE TYPE VALUE / REMARKS ADDRESS OTHERS REGISTERS [d] 173 40174 model number uint16 0…9999 [h] 0x0AD [d] 160 40161 model suffix char Representation: ASCII character [h] 0x0A0 [d] 162 40163 firmware version uint32 0…999999 [h] 0x0A2 Representation: nn:nn:nn [d] 165 40166...
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Page 58: Appendix D. Declaration Of Conformity
Veghel, February We, Fluidwell V, declare under our sole responsibility that the F Series indicators are designed and will operate conform the following applicable European Directives and Harmonised Standards, when installed and operated according to the related manuals:... -
Page 59: Index Of This Manual
Page 59 INDEX OF THIS MANUAL Accumulated Total Intrinsic safety 39, 44, 49 ACTUAL SETTINGS keys Alarm main-function analog maintenance 0-10V output namur signal floating output. No-flow alarm flowrate min. operational 8, 9, 11, 21, 29, 38 intrinsically safe output. operator level isolated output. -
Page 60: List Of Figures In This Manual
Page 60 LIST OF FIGURES IN THIS MANUAL Fig. 1: Typical application Fig. 2: Control panel. Fig. 3: Example of display information during process. Fig. 4: Program preset value (typical). Fig. 5: Leading zero (typical). Fig. 6: Process paused (typical). Fig. - Page 61 Page 61 NOTES ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx...
- Page 62 Page 62 LIST OF CONFIGURATION SETTINGS SETTING DEFAULT DATE: DATE: 1 - PRESET Enter your settings here unit decimals 0000000 k-factor: 0000001 decimals k-factor batch min batch max 2 – FLOW RATE unit time /min decimals 0000000 k-factor 0000001 decimals k-factor calculation cut-off 30.0 sec...
- Page 63 Page 63 9 - RELAYS relays 1-step preclose width decimals amount 1000 pulse total A - COMMUNICATION speed 9600 address mode BUS-RTU B - OTHERS model F131-P software version 03.01.xx serial nr. nnnnnnn password 0000 tag-nr 0000000 FW_F131-P_M_v2201-02_EN.docx...
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