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Instruction Manual
FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact
Doc. no.: 9.17.158 rev. G Date: 18-12-2024
ATTENTION
Please read this document carefully before installing and operating the product.
Not following the guidelines could result in personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Keep this document for future reference.

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact Doc. no.: 9.17.158 rev. G Date: 18-12-2024 ATTENTION Please read this document carefully before installing and operating the product. Not following the guidelines could result in personal injury and/or damage to the equipment. Keep this document for future reference.
  • Page 2 Bronkhorst High-Tech B.V. reserves the right to modify or improve its products and documentation without notice. Prior to work, check whether a newer version of this document is available on the Bronkhorst website.
  • Page 3 Bronkhorst representative. · If the product is damaged, it should not be put into service. In that case, contact your Bronkhorst representative for service. · Check the packing list to ensure that you received all items included in the scope of delivery.
  • Page 4 Bronkhorst® Instruction Manual FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact 9.17.158G...
  • Page 5 Bronkhorst® Table of contents General information ..................... . . 7 Scope of this document .
  • Page 6 Bronkhorst® Returns ......................26 3.5.1...
  • Page 7 Responsibility for application of the product in accordance with its intended use, suitability for the intended application, cleaning and compatibility of the used media with the applied materials lies solely with the user. Bronkhorst High-Tech B.V. cannot be held liable for any damage and/or injury resulting from unintended, improper or unsafe use.
  • Page 8 Bronkhorst® Product overview FF-ann / FF-Sxxx / FF-Axxx 1. Fluid inlet 2. Support interface (USB-C) 3. Address selector 4. Power and signal connector (9-pin D-sub) 5. Status LED 6. Control valve (only MFC) 7. Fluid outlet FF-annD (down ported fluid connectors) 1.
  • Page 9 Bronkhorst® FF-annS (with integrated shut-off valve) 1. Fluid inlet 2. Support interface (USB-C) 3. Address selector 4. Power and signal connector (9-pin D-sub) 5. Status LED (controller) 6. Control valve 7. Status LED (shut-off valve) 8. Shut-off valve 9. Fluid outlet FF-annS with Ethernet interface 1.
  • Page 10 A built-in database with properties of 22 commonly used gases provides the basis for up to 8 fluid presets, which can be stored in the instrument using Bronkhorst FlowSuite or by direct digital communication (e.g. using a custom-built (PLC) program).
  • Page 11 At some points this document refers to documentation associated with important · components or features. · The documents listed in the following table are available on the FLEXI-FLOW product page (www.bronkhorst.com/flexi-flow or scan the QR code). Type Document name Document no. Manuals Instruction Manual FLEXI-FLOW™...
  • Page 12 , will void warranty and cancel the manufacturer's liability. If the product is defective or otherwise does not meet your requirements, please contact your Bronkhorst · representative for assistance or advice. Product related safety warnings Before operating the FLEXI-FLOW, make sure that the equipment has been installed and configured by an authorized engineer and that the installation is approved for use.
  • Page 13 Bronkhorst does the utmost to ensure that you receive a clean product. This does not, however, relieve the user of the responsibility to ensure that the equipment and the system in which it is incorporated meet the requirements implied by the intended use of the product.
  • Page 14 If you have a question about the product or if you find the product does not meet the specifications as ordered, do not hesitate to contact your Bronkhorst representative (see the first pages of this document for contact information).
  • Page 15 Bronkhorst® Instrument with regular fluid couplings Use the threaded mounting holes in the bottom of the instrument base. Consult the dimensional drawing for the exact size and locations. Instrument with down ported fluid couplings · Consult the dimensional drawing for details about the instrument footprint and mounting pattern.
  • Page 16 · · Ensure all electrical components are grounded to earth. When in doubt about the shielding of your cabling and/or electrical connections, contact your Bronkhorst representative. Fieldbus connection Always check the total power consumption of your instruments before connecting them to a fieldbus system. Do not exceed the maximum power of the power supply unit.
  • Page 17 First use Bronkhorst does the utmost to ensure that you receive a clean product. This does not, however, relieve the user of the responsibility to ensure that the equipment and the system in which it is incorporated meet the requirements implied by the intended use of the product.
  • Page 18 ), unless specified otherwise at ordering time. · If necessary, use Bronkhorst FlowSuite to select the required communication interface and configure associated parameters (fieldbus address, baud rate, parity). · Connect the instrument with Bronkhorst FlowSuite through the support interface or the Bluetooth wireless connection.
  • Page 19 Fluid selection Fluid sets or mixtures can be stored using Bronkhorst FlowSuite or by direct digital communication (e.g. using a custom-built (PLC) program). To define a fluid set or mixture, only the formula of the required gas needs to be entered in the appropriate parameter.
  • Page 20 = 0 and open when setpoint > 0. Using Bronkhorst FlowSuite, the default behavior can be reprogrammed to operate the valve manually. After setting the valve behavior to manual control, use digital parameter IO Switch Status to operate the shut-off valve:...
  • Page 21 3.2.5 Switching control function · Bronkhorst FlowSuite automatically adds additional communication channels to the array as regular instruments. Although each communication channel represents an individual instrument, all three communication channels of · the FLEXI-FLOW have the same node address in the fieldbus network.
  • Page 22 Adjusting zero point Zero-stability The zero point of a Bronkhorst® flow meter/controller (the measurement signal that indicates the absence of a flow) is factory adjusted at approximately 20 °C and atmospheric pressure (ambient conditions), with the instrument positioned upright. Under normal circumstances (i.e.
  • Page 23 To track down problems in the fluid system, depressurize the fluid system and disconnect the suspected unit from the process line. Dirt or clogging might be quickly detected by visual inspection of disassembled fluid connections. If you suspect leakage, do not disassemble the device for inspection, but contact your Bronkhorst representative for service or repairs.
  • Page 24 Zooming in on NAMUR status Errors and warnings Detailed error and warning information can be found by connecting the instrument to a Windows computer · running Bronkhorst FlowSuite. Bronkhorst FlowSuite's diagnostic function makes comprehensive diagnostic information accessible based on the NAMUR status The built-in...
  • Page 25 Wrong process gas selected Select correct process gas Wrong controller settings Adjust settings (e.g. with Bronkhorst FlowSuite) Control valve damaged Contact your Bronkhorst representative No flow (sending a setpoint has no No fluid supply...
  • Page 26 3.5.2 Disposal (end of lifetime) If you are a customer within the European Union and wish to dispose of Bronkhorst® equipment bearing the symbol of a crossed out waste disposal bin, you can return it in accordance with the removal and return instructions .
  • Page 27 Bronkhorst® Communication interface Configuration Software Configuration of the FLEXI-FLOW is best done with Bronkhorst FlowSuite, which is developed specifically for easy configuration and monitoring of Bronkhorst® instruments. It can communicate with the FLEXI-FLOW through the support interface or a Bluetooth wireless connection, without the need to break the operational communication connection.
  • Page 28 FLOW-BUS FLOW-BUS uses the ProPar protocol, where parameters are identified by a unique combination of a process number and a parameter number. For more information about setting up a FLOW-BUS network with Bronkhorst® instruments, consult the FLOW-BUS · manual (see...
  • Page 29 Bronkhorst® 4.3.1 Measurement and control Fmeasure Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Float -3.4E+38… 33/0 0xA100…0xA101/ 41217…41218 3.4E+38 This parameter represents the value of parameter Measure, expressed in the selected Capacity Unit. Its value is calculated from the dimensionless value of Measure, using the fluid set parameters Capacity 100% and Capacity Unit.
  • Page 30 '0.5' (slow) and '2' (fast). The default value is '1'. Slower or faster settings are possible between values 0.2 and 5 at the customer's responsibility. 4.3.2 Alarms Alarm settings are most easily accessible using Bronkhorst FlowSuite, FlowPlot or FlowView or a Bronkhorst® readout and control unit. The built-in alarm functionality can be used to handle different alarm types: ·...
  • Page 31 Bronkhorst® Alarm Mode Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Unsigned char 0…3 97/3 0x0C23/3108 Available modes: Value Description Alarm off Alarm on absolute limits Alarm on limits related to setpoint (response alarm) Alarm at power-up(e.g. after power-down) Alarm Info Type...
  • Page 32 Automatically (when alarm conditions no longer apply) 4.3.3 Counter Counter settings are most easily accessible using Bronkhorst FlowSuite, FlowPlot or FlowView or a Bronkhorst® · readout and control unit. When the instrument is powered down, it remembers the state of the counter. If the counter is active when the ·...
  • Page 33 Bronkhorst® Counter Unit Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Unsigned char[4] see table 104/7 0xE838…0xE839/59449…59450 below This parameter contains the name of the counter readout unit. Counter Unit supports the following values: Mass Normal volume Standard volume Custom volume (1.01325 bar(a), 0 °C) (1.01325 bar(a), 20 °C)
  • Page 34 CAUTION This section is included for reference only. Editing network settings should be done with Bronkhorst FlowSuite Only if Bronkhorst FlowSuite is not available, follow these steps to prepare the instrument for the required communication protocol: 1. Set parameter Init Reset to value 64 to unlock secured parameters.
  • Page 35 Bronkhorst® Fieldbus1 Selection Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Unsigned char [0…2] 125/8 0x0FA8/4009 · Selected communication protocol on the power and signal connector. · Changes are effective immediately. The instrument only accepts values that match its hardware configuration (Ethernet/non-Ethernet, see table below).
  • Page 36 Bronkhorst® Default settings Network configuration is done ex factory as ordered. The table below shows the supported settings for the available communication protocols. Notes: · Default settings are printed in bold. · The node address can only be set by means of the digital parameters for the communication protocols for which default values are indicated.
  • Page 37 Bronkhorst® Capacity 100% Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Float 1E-10… 1/13 0x8168…0x8169/33129…33130 1E+10 · This parameter represents the 100 % readout/control value (span), expressed in the Capacity Unit of the selected fluid. · Capacity 100% is scaled when Inlet Pressure, Fluid Temperature or Fluid Name is changed for the selected fluid.
  • Page 38 Bronkhorst® Inlet Pressure Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Float 0…3.4E+38 113/13 0xF168…0xF169/61801…61802 Upstream pressure of the selected fluid in bar(a) Outlet Pressure Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Float 0…3.4E+38 113/14 0xF170…0xF171/61809…61810 Downstream pressure of the selected fluid in bar(a).
  • Page 39 Bronkhorst® Mix Volume Temperature Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Float -250…500 126/5 0xFE28…0xFE29/65065…65066 Temperature of the mixture in °C. The value of this parameter is only relevant if Mix Fraction Type = 0. Mix Volume Pressure Type Access Range...
  • Page 40 In Bronkhorst FlowSuite, the default behavior can be reprogrammed to operate the valve manually. Manual operation is then carried out using parameter IO Switch Status. Only if Bronkhorst FlowSuite is not available, follow these steps to modify the operating mode of the shut-off valve via digital communication: 1.
  • Page 41 Bronkhorst® Actuator Type Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Unsigned char See below 114/6 0x0E46/3655 This parameter sets the operating mode of the selected valve. Make sure the operating mode matches the shut-off valve function (N.C. or N.O.), otherwise the the shut-off valve will close when the control valve is open and vice versa.
  • Page 42 Instrument serial number for identification. BHT Model Number Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Unsigned char[35] 113/2 0xF110…0xF117/ 61713…61720 This parameter shows the Bronkhorst® instrument model type information. Firmware Version Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Unsigned char[16] 113/5 0xF128…0xF12A/ 61737…61739...
  • Page 43 Bronkhorst® Fieldbus Connection Mode Type Access Range FlowDDE ProPar Modbus Unsigned int [0,1] 125/24 0x0FB8/4025 The FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact is delivered with Bluetooth switched off. · · Value modifications become effective immediately. · The instrument remembers the selected mode on restart (persistent setting).
  • Page 44 Bronkhorst® Statistical data Statistical data is stored in a matrix, where each item is represented by 1 row, identified by an index. · · Setting the index to the required value populates the other parameters with the associated statistical data.
  • Page 45 Bronkhorst® Event details Diagnostic event data is stored in a matrix, where each row represents 1 event, identified by an index. · · The event matrix has a maximum size of 50 rows and is updated cyclically. · Setting Diagnostic Event Index to the required value populates the other parameters with the associated event data.
  • Page 46 Bronkhorst® Value Description No reset Reset counter Reset alarm Reset counter Reset and disable counter Reset firmware program (soft reset) Reset Alarm info error bit Reset Alarm info warning bit · Resetting alarms or the counter can be disabled by Reset Alarm Enable or Reset Counter Enable respectively.
  • Page 47 · The column labeled List option shows the control modes as used in Bronkhorst® software (which explains the RS-232 references, although the FLEXI-FLOW has no such interface). Calibration Mode Type...
  • Page 48 Bronkhorst® Fluid set Communication channels P1 and P2 do not support the definition of fluid sets. The fluid set parameters on channels P1 and P2 are used only for measurement and control data conversion. Name Channel F Channel P1 Channel P2...
  • Page 49 Bronkhorst® On communication platforms other than FLOW-BUS or Modbus RTU, Bronkhorst® instruments can be controlled through a gateway. 1 gateway can accommodate up to 8 Bronkhorst® instruments. When communicating through a gateway, parameter addressing is slightly different from what is described in this document.
  • Page 50 Bronkhorst® Instruction Manual FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact 9.17.158G...
  • Page 51 Bronkhorst® Parameter index Controller Speed Fluid Name Fluid Set Index Parameters Parameters - Fluid set (advanced) Parameters - Alarms Density Alarm Delay Time Fluid Temperature Alarm Info Heat Capacity Alarm Maximum Limit Inlet Pressure Alarm Minimum Limit Outlet Pressure Alarm Mode...
  • Page 52 Bronkhorst® Parameters - Operational History (single) Watchdog Reset Count Parameters - Operational History (statistics) Operational History Average Operational History Maximum Value Operational History Minimum Value Operational History Parameter Index Operational History Parameter Name Operational History Standard Deviation Parameters - Shut-off valve settings...
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  • Page 56    Service Contact Downloads Bronkhorst High-Tech B.V. +31 573 45 88 00 Nijverheidsstraat 1a info@bronkhorst.com NL-7261 AK Ruurlo, The Netherlands www.bronkhorst.com...