Intrinsically safe humidity and temperature transmitter series (152 pages)
Summary of Contents for Vaisala HUMICAP Series HMT360
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USER'S GUIDE Vaisala HUMICAP® Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 M010056EN-G...
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW ........15 Introduction to Vaisala HUMICAP® Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 .
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Maximum Cable Resistance Calculation for the Barrier (Vaisala Order Code: 210664) ....37 HMT360 Connected to a Galvanic Isolator ..39 HMT360 Connected to a Zener Barrier .
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Return Instructions ....... 74 Vaisala Service Centers ......75 CHAPTER 9 TECHNICAL DATA .
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________________________________________________________________________________ Accuracy of Dewpoint Temperature °C ....85 Accuracy of Mixing Ratio g/kg ..... . .86 Accuracy of Wet Bulb Temperature °C .
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Series HMT360 ........16 Figure 2 Probe Options for Vaisala HUMICAP® Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 ....18 Figure 3 Horizontal Mounting of Probe.
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Related Manuals ........11 Table 3 Output Quantities for Vaisala HUMICAP® Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 ....16 Table 4 HMP368 Probe Dimensions.
This chapter provides general notes for the manual and the product. About This Manual This manual provides information for installing, operating, and ® maintaining the Vaisala HUMICAP Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360. Contents of This Manual This manual consists of the following chapters: Chapter 1, General Information: This chapter provides general notes for the manual and the product.
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User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Chapter 6, Calibration and Adjustment: This chapter contains instructions for checking the calibration and adjusting this product. Chapter 7, Maintenance: This chapter provides information that is needed in basic maintenance of the product. Chapter 8, Troubleshooting: This chapter describes common problems, their probable causes and remedies, and contact information.
Caution warns you of a potential hazard. If you do not read and follow CAUTION instructions carefully at this point, the product could be damaged or important data could be lost. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 11...
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Chapter 2 __________________________________________________________ Product Overview CHAPTER 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW This chapter introduces the features, advantages, and the product nomenclature. ® Introduction to Vaisala HUMICAP Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 ® Vaisala HUMICAP Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 contains reliable, microprosessor-based two-wire instruments for measuring relative humidity and temperature in hazardous areas.
HMT360 is available either with or without a local display and with one or two current output channels. Available output quantities are listed in the table below: ® Table 3 Output Quantities for Vaisala HUMICAP Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 Character Quantity...
Chapter 2 __________________________________________________________ Product Overview ® Table 3 Output Quantities for Vaisala HUMICAP Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 Character Quantity Abbreviation Availability relative humidity of saturation saturation temperature The characters used to indicate availability in the table above: Available for HMT360 standard version...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ ® 0603-036 Figure 2 Probe Options for Vaisala HUMICAP Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT360 The following numbers refer to Figure 2 on page HMP361 probe for wall mounting HMP363 probe for tight spaces HMP364 probe for pressurized spaces up to 100 bars HMP365 probe for high temperatures up to 180 °C *) Flange...
- Assure that the conductive shield fulfils requirements of the standard EN50284 (resistance less than 1 GΩ) and make sure that it can not come loose in any operation situation. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 19...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ During the installation work of the probes in gas group IIC areas WARNING (requiring category I devices), it has to be guaranteed that even in fault cases sparks generated by impacts or friction on the surface of the housing can never occur.
If this is not possible and the probe must be inserted from the top, the point of entry must be carefully insulated. For Vaisala probe installation kits and some installation examples see section Probe Mounting on page...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Checking the Temperature Reading The actual temperature of the process can be measured with a reference instrument to be compared with the transmitter reading. The heat transfer is less evident if you remove the protective filter of the sensor for a short-term test.
Chapter 3 _______________________________________________________________ Installation The probe can be detached and replaced when needed by simply unfastening the two Allen screws. 0603-037 Figure 6 Transmitter Mounting VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 23...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ 0603-038 Figure 7 Parts of the Transmitter The following numbers refer to Figure 7 on page Electronics unit Probe; including a part of the measurement electronics (for example, calibration memory) Flat cable Transmitter base Grounding terminal Protective covers Cable glands Probe RS232C connector...
HMP363 for Confined Spaces The HMP363 is a small size (ø = 12mm) general-purpose probe suitable for ducts and channels with the installation kit available from Vaisala. The HMP363 provides for two measuring range options. The first probe version is equipped with a flexible cable and can be used when measuring in environments up to 80 ºC.
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ HMP363/365/367 Duct Installation Kit 0508-021 Figure 8 Installation of HMP363 Probe in Duct with Flange and Supporting Bar The following numbers refer to Figure 8 on page Duct wall Flange Sealing ring Supporting bar Probe attaching part (to be fixed with supporting bar) RH probe HMP364 for High-Pressure Applications...
When retightening the nut after detachment the nut must be tightened NOTE without increased effort. 0505-272 Figure 9 HMP364 Probe Mounting The following numbers refer to Figure 9 on page Tightening cone Fitting screw, M22×1.5 or NPT 1/2" Sealing washer Probe; ø12 mm VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 27...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ 0505-273 Figure 10 Marking Nut and Fitting Screw 0505-274 Figure 11 Cleaning the Tightening Cone The following numbers refer to Figure 11 on page Fitting screw Sealing washer Tightening cone Clean cotton stick In pressurized processes it is essential to tighten the supporting nuts CAUTION and screws very carefully to prevent loosening of the probe by the action of pressure.
Mounting flange HMP367 for High Humidities The HMP367 is for environment where relative humidity is very high, near saturation. Section HMP363/365/367 Duct Installation Kit on page 26 shows mounting of HMP363/367 with the optional duct installation kit. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 29...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ HMP368 for Pressurized Pipelines or Moisture in Liquids Due to the sliding fit the HMP368 is easy to install into and remove from a pressurized process. The probe is especially suitable for measurements inside pipelines. See section Installing the HMP368 Probe Through a Ball Valve Assembly on page In pressurized processes it is essential to tighten the supporting nuts...
Mark the fitting screw and the clasp nut. Tighten the nut a further 50 ... 60° (ca. 1/6 turn) with a fork spanner. If you have a suitable torque spanner, tighten the nut to 45 ± 5 Nm (33 ± 4 ft-lbs). VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 31...
Installing the HMP368 Probe Through a Ball Valve Assembly The ball valve installation kit (Vaisala order code: BALLVALVE-1) is preferred when connecting the probe to a pressurized process or pipeline. Use the ball valve set or a 1/2" ball valve assembly with a ball hole of ø14 mm or more.
20 bar. When measuring temperature dependent quantities make sure that the NOTE temperature at the measurement point is equal to that of the process, otherwise the moisture reading may be incorrect. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 33...
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User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Follow the steps below to install the HMP368 probe through a ball valve assembly. After the installation, the probe should be sitting in the process chamber or pipeline as shown in Figure 16 on page Shut down the process if the process pressure is more than 10 bars. If the pressure is lower there is no need to shut down the process.
When using the transmitter in hazardous locations, the use of galvanic isolators or barriers is essential. The following barrier & isolator are available in Vaisala: barrier No. 210664 (STAHL 9001/51-280-091- 141) and galvanic isolator No. 212483 (STAHL 9160/13-11-11). Examples of connections and more information on installation in...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Installation in Hazardous Locations US and Canadian Requirements USA (FM): Wiring for intrinsically safe operation is shown in Appendix B, Wiring for Intrinsically Safe Operation, FM, on page Canada (CSA): Wiring for intrinsically safe operation is shown in Appendix C, Wiring for Intrinsically Safe Operation, CSA, on page European Requirements CATEGORY 1 (Zone 0)
Chapter 3 _______________________________________________________________ Installation Maximum Cable Resistance Calculation for the Barrier (Vaisala Order Code: 210664) General specifications of HMT360: Supply voltage = 24 V (12 ... 35 V) Maximum current = 20 mA Minimum operating voltage for = 12 V (15 V with serial port)
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User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ From these facts the following equation can be formed: × I drop cabletot 2 = 2 × 0.085 Ω/m × l × 20 mA = 2 V / (20 mA × 2 × 0.085 Ω/m) = 588 m = 1930 ft, maximum cable length. If longer cable length is required, use of the galvanic isolators is NOTE recommended if possible.
Chapter 3 _______________________________________________________________ Installation HMT360 Connected to a Galvanic Isolator HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA a) current signal controller 0505-278 HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA b) voltage signal controller 0505-279 Figure 17 HMT360 Connected to Galvanic Isolator VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 39...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ HMT360 Connected to a Zener Barrier HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA a) current signal controller 0505-280 0505-281 Figure 18 HMT360 Connected to a Zener Barrier 40 __________________________________________________________________ M010056EN-G...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Grounding When grounding the transmitter, follow the local requirements. Use at least 4 mm grounding cable when grounding the transmitter or barrier. Note that the allowed resistance between barrier and system ground must be less than 1 ohm. Use ground terminal located inside or outside of transmitter Figure 21 on page HAZARDOUS AREA...
(if the transmitter configuration includes special output quantities). The optional display shows the measurement results. The keypad pushbuttons are indicated (from left to right) as C, Up, Dn, and E (see Figure 22 on page 44): VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 43...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ 0603-039 Figure 22 Local Display/Keypad Interface Power ON/OFF Open the transmitter cover and flip the internal power switch to position ON (up), see Figure 24 on page Avoid static discharge. Always use a wet cloth for wiping the display. WARNING HMT360 with Display Measurement readings appear on the display after switching power ON.
The EEPROMs are write protected. If this switch is in the disabled position (down), it does not allow any calibrations or scalings. Keep this switch always in the disabled position during normal use of NOTE the transmitter. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 45...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ 3 and 4: Calibration rh, t, analog With these combinations you can perform relative humidity, temperature or analog output calibrations with a multimeter or with the transmitter display unit. Turn the DIP switches to the desired position according to the table printed on the protective cover.
°C °F temperature mass ppmw concentration of water water activity H, F 0 ... 1 0 ... 1 relative humidity of saturation saturation °C °F temperature VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 47...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ The characters used to indicate availability in the table above: Available for HMT360 standard version Available for HMT360 with optional calculations Available for HMT360 Moisture and Temperature in oil transmitter Available for HMT360 Moisture and Temperature in Jet Fuel transmitter Lower Half of Display The output quantities metric/non metric DIP switch can be used to...
Numbers on the second line indicate the high end scaling of Ch 1. The 0505-291 text "Set Hi" on the lower left-hand corner indicates that you can now change the high end scaling with buttons Up and Dn. Acknowledge with button E. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 49...
WARNING Use the serial interface for calibration and testing purposes in safe areas only. Always use the serial interface cable (optional accessory, Vaisala order code: 25905ZZ). Connect one end of the cable to the serial port of your computer and the other to the connector marked "RS232C" on the...
Turn the internal DIP switch Calibration Enabled/Disabled to position ON before the selecting the analog outputs and return it to position OFF after making the selection. Output quantities and their abbreviations are listed in the following table: VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 51...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Character Quantity Abbreviation Availability Metric Unit Nonmetric Unit relative humidity A, D temperature A, D, F, H °C °F dewpoint °C °F temperature absolute humidity a gr/ft mixing ratio g/kg gr/lb wet bulb °C °F temperature mass ppmw concentration of water...
Press any key when ready ...<cr> 74.222 2. ref ? 75<cr> > The OK indicates that the adjustment was succesful. CT Temperature Adjustment Syntax: CT<cr> The transmitter asks and measures temperature readings and calculates the calibration coefficients. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 53...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Example: >ct<cr> 0.811 1. ref ? 0.5<cr> Press any key when ready ...<cr> 99.122 2. ref ? 99.5<cr> > The OK indicates that the adjustment was succesful. When performing one-point adjustment press only Enter for the second reference. Output Commands ITEST Testing Analog Outputs Before giving command ITEST, reset the transmitter with command...
Sets the output interval when the transmitter outputs measurement readings. The time interval is used when the continuous output is active. Example, the output interval is set to 10 minutes: >intv 10 min<cr> Output interval: 10 MIN > VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 55...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ PRES Setting Ambient Pressure for Calculations Syntax: PRES aaaa.a<cr> where aaaa.a = Pressure (bar Turn the internal DIP switch Calibration Enabled/Disabled to position ON before setting the pressure and return it to position OFF after making the setting. Example: >pres 12<cr>...
Average of ca. 16 measurements This commands sets the measurement result filtering. Example: >filt 1<cr> Filter 1.0000 >filt 0.5<cr> Filter 0.5000 >filt 0.1<cr> Filter 0.1000 > Resetting the Transmitter RESET Transmitter Reset Syntax: RESET<cr> This command resets the device. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 57...
PRES (see section PRES Setting Ambient Pressure for Calculations on page 56 or by using the keypad commands, see section Setting the Pressure for Calculations on page 46). VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 59...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Pressure Regulator Recommended When sampling pressurized processes exceeding the maximum measurement pressure of the probe, the pressure in the measurement chamber must be regulated to the acceptable level or below. It is recommended to use pressure regulator before the measurement chamber to prevent remarkable pressure variations.
In demanding applications it may be advisable to make the first calibration check earlier. Factory Calibration and Adjustment The device (or the probe only) can be sent to Vaisala Service Centers for calibration and adjustment, see Vaisala Service Centers on page 75 for contact information.
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ User Calibration and Adjustment Calibration and adjustment is carried out by using the keypad or by using serial commands. The following additional equipment is needed in adjustment of HMT360: a power supply for the channel(s) to be calibrated (12 ... 24 VDC), a multimeter for HMT360 without a display, and the calibrated references.
Connect the multimeter in series with the supply, B1 (-) and A1 (+). Follow the same procedure with Ch 2 using the terminals B2 (-) and C2 (+). When calibrating both channels at the same time, use two galvanically separated power supplies. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 63...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ You can now calibrate or check the humidity and temperature or the analog outputs according to the instructions given in this chapter. If the current measurement is needed in a hazardous area, the multimeter is connected to the terminals A1/A2 (+) and B1/B2 (-). Use only an approved multimeter.
Up and Dn. The transmitter remains to wait for the stabilization and then stores the correction. The text "Cal Pass" is displayed after the adjustment is performed. Remember to restore the DIP switch settings. NOTE VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 65...
If the low end adjustment is sufficient, press button E again to conclude the calibration and restore the DIP switch settings; set the calibration DIP switch to position disabled (down). To continue with the high end adjustment follow the instructions in next section. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 67...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ High End Adjustment (Two-Point Adjustment) After having made the low end adjustment, insert the probe into a measurement hole of the NaCl (75 %RH) salt chamber in the humidity calibrator. Please, note that the difference between the two humidity references must be at least 30 %RH.
Ch 1 (I1). Reconnect the serial cable. Type the multimeter reading and press Enter. Type the higher current multimeter reading and press Enter. Example: >acal<cr> Ch1 I1 ( mA ? 4.846<cr> Ch1 I2 ( mA ? 19.987<cr> > VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 69...
Removing the Electronics Unit on page 62 for detailed information. All other maintenance must be performed by qualified Vaisala personnel. If a transmitter is damaged, contact your nearest Vaisala Service Center (see contact information Vaisala Service Centers on page 75).
Check that the sensor is connected properly. Check if there is condensed water in the probe. If yes, let the probe dry. In case of constant error, contact your nearest Vaisala Service Center. See section Vaisala Service Centers on page 75 for contact information.
Include the information specified in step 2 in the box with the faulty product. Also include a detailed return address. Ship the box to the address specified by your Vaisala contact. 74 __________________________________________________________________ M010056EN-G...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ Table 7 Relative Humidity Specifications Property Description / Value Response time (90 %) for 8 seconds with grid filter 20 seconds with grid + steel netting ® ® HUMICAP 180 and HUMICAP 40 seconds with sintered filter 180L2 at +20 °C in still air Response time (90 %) for 17 seconds with grid filter...
Response time (90 %) at +20 °C in still oil 10 min (stainless steel filter) Humidity sensor ® Vaisala HUMICAP Calculated variables available mass concentration of water relative humidity of saturation saturation temperature Accuracy of the water content better than ± 15 % of the reading VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 79...
Standard GB3686.1-2000 and GB3836.4-2000 Ex ia IIC T4 Russia (STV) Certificate No. ROSS FI.GB04.V00634 Safety factors: = 28 V, I = 100 mA, P = 700 mW = 1 nF, L = 0 H, T = -20 °C...+60 °C VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 81...
User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ General Table 13 General Specifications Property Description / Value Operating voltage 12 ... 28 V with serial port (service mode) 15 ... 28 V Connections screw terminals, 0.33 ... 2.0 mm wires (AWG 14-22) Cable bushings M20×1.5 (7.5 ... 12 mm) M20×1.5 (10.5 ...
Appendix A ______________________________________________________________ Dimensions APPENDIX A DIMENSIONS This Appendix contains parts drawings of the transmitter housing, probes and some transmitter mounting accessories with metric and nonmetric dimensions specified. HMP361 0603-042 VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 89...
Appendix B ______________________________________ Wiring for Intrinsically Safe Operation, FM APPENDIX B WIRING FOR INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION, FM This appendix contains the wiring diagram for intrinsically safe operation approved by Factory Mutual (FM). VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 95...
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User's Guide ______________________________________________________________________ DESCRIPTION / INFO / ECO No. DESIGN CHECKED / Reviewed ACCEPTED / Approved HMT360 connection board -Ch1+ -Ch2+ General tolerance Design Material Weigh t Supplier Title code DOCUMEN T CRE ATION D ATA Finish YYY Y-MM-DD INITIAL S Creator Review Size...
Appendix C _____________________________________ Wiring for Intrinsically Safe Operation, CSA APPENDIX C WIRING FOR INTRINSICALLY SAFE OPERATION, CSA This appendix contains the wiring diagram for intrinsically safe operation approved by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 97...
Appendix D ______________________________________________________________ Certificates APPENDIX D CERTIFICATES This Appendix contains copies of the EXi intrinsically safe certificates issued for the HMT360 series. VAISALA _______________________________________________________________________ 99...