The FLOWSIC600 measurement device is an ultrasonic gas flow meter and sets the standard in its market segment. The visually technical design demonstrates that it is geared to the tough industry conditions. The compact design with integrated cable routing means that the measuring system is durable, failsafe, low-maintenance, and has long-term stability. The FLOWSIC600 features extensive diagnostics options to allow detection of malfunctions even before the measurement is affected. Types having 2, 4, 4 + 1, or 4 + 4 measuring paths enable a variety of process applications, including custody transfer measurements.
At a glance
| High efficient ultrasonic transducers |
| Direct path layout |
| Intelligent self-diagnostics |
| Compact, robust design |
| Integrated log book and data logger |
| Large measuring range 1:120 |
| Bidirectional measurement |
| Low power consumption: |
Your benefits
| Long-term stability, reliable measurement |
| Low maintenance due to intelligent self-diagnostics |
| Virtually immune to pressure regulator noise |
| Ultrasonic transducers can be exchanged under operating pressure |
| Wide application range |
Fields of application
| Custody transfer applications (natural gas, N2, O2, air, ethylene) |
| Onshore and offshore applications |
| Underground gas storage facilities (bidirectional measurment possible) |
| Cryogenic gas applications down to -194 °C |
| Also for process gases |
| For gases with high H2S component such as sour gas or biogas |
| Technical data | |||
| Max. number of measurands: | 2 | ||
| Measured values: | Gas velocity, Sound velocity, Volume a. c., Volumetric flow, a. c. | ||
| Number of measuring paths: | 2, 4, 4+1, 4+4 | ||
| Measurement principle: | Ultrasonic transit time difference measurement | ||
| Measuring medium: | C2H4, Steam, Natural gas, Air, N2, O2, Process gases | ||
| Measuring ranges: | Volumetric flow, a. c.: 4 ... 400 m3/h / 1,600 ... 100,000 m³/h | ||
| Comment: | Measuring ranges depend on nominal pipe size | ||
| Diagnostics functions: | Integrated device diagnosis and extended diagnosis via MEPAFLOW600 CBM software | ||
| Температура процесса: | -40 ... +180 °C On request: -194 ... +280 °C |
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| Давление процесса: | 0 ... 250 bar (g) On request: 450 ... 450 bar (g) |
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| Nominal pipe size: | 2 ... 48 '' (DN 50 ... DN 1200) |
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| Ambient temperature: | ATEX, CSA: -40 ... +60 °C IECEx: -40 ... +70 °C optional IECEx: -50 ... +70 °C |
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| Ambient humidity: | ≤95 % relative humidity |
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| Conformities: | AGA-Report No. 9 API 21.1 BS 7965 ISO 17089-1 OIML D11 OIML R137-1 |
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| Remark: | Pattern approval: MID, PTB, NMi, Measurement Canada, GOST ... | ||
| Ex-approvals IECEx: | Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIA T4 Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 ultrasonic transducers intrinsically safe |
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| Ex-approvals ATEX: | II 1/2G Ex de ib [ia] IIA T4 II 1/2G Ex de ib [ia] IIC T4 ultrasonic transducers intrinsically safe |
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| Ex-approvals USA / Canada: | Class I, Division 1, Group D T4 Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D T4 Class I, Division 2, Group D T4 ultrasonic transducers intrinsically safe Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T4 |
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| Electrical safety: | CE | ||
| Enclosure rating: | IP 65 / IP 66 / IP 67 | ||
| Analog outputs: | 1 output: 4 ... 20 mA, 200 Ω active/passive, electrically isolated |
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| Digital outputs: | 3 outputs: 30 V, 100 mA passive, electrically isolated, Open Collector or according to NAMUR (EN 50227), fmax = 6 kHz (scalable) |
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| Interfaces: | RS-485 (2x, for configuration, output of measured values and diagnosis) | ||
| Bus protocol: | HART Modbus ASCII Modbus RTU |
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| Operation: | Via meter display and software MEPAFLOW600 | ||
| Device version: | 2-path version 2plex version 4-path version Biogas version Quatro version |
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The measuring device FLOWSIC600 is an ultrasonic gas flow meter for high performance requirements. The FLOWSIC600 2path type with its two measuring paths is the ideal solution for non-custody transfer applications like process monitoring or internal billing. The compact design with concealed cabling provides a robust, trouble-free and low-maintenance system. The sealed ultrasonic transducers are suitable for applications with dry, wet or corrosive gases. Due to the direct path layout, the signals are not reflected inside the device and thus not influenced by contamination. This results in long-term stability and accuracy of the system. Adjustable impulse outputs or Modbus connections allow the use of installed flow computers.
At a glance
| Direct 2-path layout without reflection of signals |
| Bidirectional measurement without pressure loss |
| Hermetically sealed ultrasonic transducers made of titanium |
| Wide measuring range up to 1:130 |
| Fully automated, intelligent self-diagnosis |
| Integrated logbooks and data logs |
| Simple operation and extensive diagnosis via operation software MEPAFLOW600 CBM |
Your benefits
| Long-term stable and reliable measurement |
| Minimal sensitivity to pressure regulator noise and contamination |
| Low maintenance requirements due to intelligent self diagnosis (condition based maintenance, CBM) |
| Easy-to-use software which supports all diagnostic features |
| Low risk of hardware damage from overload |
| Transducers can be replaced under operating pressure |
| No mechanical wear |
Fields of application
| Non-custody transfer applications in gas industry |
| Gas flow metering of natural gas and process gases like N2, O2, H2, CO2, Cl2, ethylene, etc. |
| For gases with high content of H2S like sour gas or biogas |
| Cryogenic gas applications down to -194 °C |
| Technical data | |||
| Measurement principle: | Ultrasonic transit time difference measurement | ||
| Measured values: | Gas velocity Gas volume Sound velocity Volumetric flow |
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| Max. number of measurands: | 2 | ||
| Measuring ranges: | Gas flow rate: 0 ... 6 m3/h / 0 ... 100,000 m³/h | ||
| Comment: | Measuring ranges depend on nominal pipe size | ||
| Температура процесса: | -194 ... +280 °C on request -40 ... +180 °C |
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| Давление процесса: | 0 ... 250 bar (g) 0 ... 450 bar (g) on request |
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| Nominal pipe size: | 2 ... 48 '' (DN 50 ... DN 1200) |
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| Ambient temperature: | -40 ... +60 °C | ||
| Conformities: | AGA-Report No. 9 API 21.1 OIML D11 OIML R137-1 |
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| Remark: | Pattern approval: MID, PTB, NMi, Measurement Canada, GOST ... | ||
| Ex-approvals IECEx: | EX Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIA T4 Gb EX Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb IECEx Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb |
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| Ex-approvals ATEX: | II 1/2G EEx de ib [ia] IIA T4 II 1/2G EEx de ib [ia] IIC T4 |
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| Ex-approvals USA / Canada: | Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D T4; Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T4 Class I, Division 1, Groups D T4; Class I, Division 2, Groups D T4 |
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| Electrical safety: | CE | ||
| Enclosure rating: | IP 67 | ||
| Analog outputs: | 1 output: 4 ... 20 mA, 250 Ω active/passive, electrically isolated |
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| Digital outputs: | 3 outputs: 30 V, 100 mA passive, electrically isolated |
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| Interfaces: | RS-485 | ||
| Bus protocol: | HART Modbus ASCII Modbus RTU |
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| Operation: | Via meter display and software MEPAFLOW600 | ||
| Device version: | 2-path version | ||
The measuring device FLOWSIC600 is an ultrasonic gas flow meter for high requirements. The type FLOWSIC600 2plex combines a legal-for-trade gas meter (4 measuring paths) and a check flow meter (1 measuring path) in one meter body. The FLOWSIC600 2plex detects perturbations before they affect the measuring results of the fiscal metering. The compact design with concealed cabling provides a robust, trouble-free and low-maintenance system. The sealed ultrasonic transducers allow the application in dry, wet or corrosive gases. Due to the direct path layout, the signals are not reflected inside the device and thus not influenced by contaminations. This results in a high longterm stability and accuracy of the system. Adjustable impulse outputs or Modbus connections allow the further use of installed flow computers.
At a glance
| Direct 4+1-path layout without reflection of signals |
| Bidirectional measurement without pressure loss |
| Redundant measurement |
| Hermetically sealed ultrasonic transducers made of titanium |
| Wide measuring range up to 1:130 |
| Fully automated, extensive and intelligent self-diagnosis |
| Integrated logbooks and data logs |
| Simple operation and extensive diagnosis via operation software MEPAFLOW600 CBM |
Your benefits
| Long-term stability and reliability due to integrated check flow meter |
| Minimal sensitivity to pressure regulator noise and contamination |
| Low maintenance requirements due to advanced, intelligent self-diagnosis (condition based maintenance, CBM) |
| Easy-to-use software which supports all diagnostic features |
| Low risk of hardware damage from overload |
| Transducers can be replaced under operating pressure |
| No mechanical wear |
Fields of application
| Custody transfer applications in gas industry |
| Onshore and offshore on drilling platforms or at transcontinental gas pipelines |
| For municipal gas distribution networks and underground gas storage (bidirectional) |
| Cryogenic gas applications down to -194 °C |
| Also for process gases like N2, O2, H2, CO2, Cl2, ethylene, etc. |
| for gases with high content of H2S like sour gas or biogas |
| Technical data | |||
| Measurement principle: | Ultrasonic transit time difference measurement | ||
| Measured values: | Gas velocity Gas volume Sound velocity Volumetric flow |
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| Max. number of measurands: | 2 | ||
| Measuring ranges: | Gas flow rate: 0 ... 6 m3/h / 0 ... 100,000 m³/h | ||
| Comment: | Measuring ranges depend on nominal pipe size | ||
| Температура процесса: | -194 ... +280 °C on request -40 ... +180 °C |
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| Давление процесса: | 0 ... 250 bar (g) 0 ... 450 bar (g) on request |
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| Nominal pipe size: | 2 ... 48 '' (DN 50 ... DN 1200) |
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| Ambient temperature: | -40 ... +60 °C | ||
| Conformities: | AGA-Report No. 9 API 21.1 OIML D11 OIML R137-1 |
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| Remark: | Pattern approval: MID, PTB, NMi, Measurement Canada, GOST ... | ||
| Ex-approvals IECEx: | EX Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIA T4 Gb EX Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb IECEx Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb |
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| Ex-approvals ATEX: | II 1/2G EEx de ib [ia] IIA T4 II 1/2G EEx de ib [ia] IIC T4 |
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| Ex-approvals USA / Canada: | Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D T4; Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T4 Class I, Division 1, Groups D T4; Class I, Division 2, Groups D T4 |
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| Electrical safety: | CE | ||
| Enclosure rating: | IP 67 | ||
| Analog outputs: | 1 output: 4 ... 20 mA, 250 Ω active/passive, electrically isolated |
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| Digital outputs: | 3 outputs: 30 V, 100 mA passive, electrically isolated |
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| Interfaces: | RS-485 | ||
| Bus protocol: | HART Modbus ASCII Modbus RTU |
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| Operation: | Via meter display and software MEPAFLOW600 | ||
| Device version: | 4+1-path version | ||
The measuring device FLOWSIC600 is an ultrasonic gas flow meter for high performance requirements. The FLOWSIC600 type with 4 path measuring paths is the ideal solution for high accuracy custody transfer metering. The compact design with concealed cabling provides a robust, trouble-free and low-maintenance system. The sealed ultrasonic transducers are suitable for applications with dry, wet or corrosive gases. Due to the direct path layout, the signals are not reflected inside the device and thus not influenced by contamination. This results in long-term stability and accuracy of the system. Adjustable impulse outputs or Modbus connections allow the use of installed flow computers.
At a glance
| Direct 4-path layout without reflection of signals |
| Bi-directional measurement without pressure loss |
| Hermetically sealed ultrasonic transducers made of titanium |
| Wide measuring range up to 1:130 |
| Fully automated, intelligent self-diagnosis |
| Integrated logbooks and data logs |
| Simple operation and extensive diagnosis via operation software MEPAFLOW600 CBM |
Your benefits
| Long-term stability and reliability |
| Minimal sensitivity to pressure regulator noise and contamination |
| Low maintenance requirements due to intelligent self-diagnosis (condition based maintenance, CBM) |
| Easy-to-use software which supports all diagnostic features |
| Low risk of hardware damage from overload |
| Transducers can be replaced under operating pressure |
| No mechanical wear |
Fields of application
| Custody transfer applications in gas industry |
| On- and offshore on drilling platforms or at transcontinental gas pipelines |
| For municipal gas distribution networks and underground gas storage (bidirectional) |
| Cryogenic gas applications down to -194 °C |
| Also for process gases like N2, O2, H2, CO2, Cl2, ethylene, etc. |
| For gases with high content of H2S like sour gas or biogas |
| Technical data | |||
| Measurement principle: | Ultrasonic transit time difference measurement | ||
| Measured values: | Gas velocity Gas volume Sound velocity Volumetric flow |
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| Max. number of measurands: | 2 | ||
| Measuring ranges: | Gas flow rate: 0 ... 6 m3/h / 0 ... 100,000 m³/h | ||
| Comment: | Measuring ranges depend on nominal pipe size | ||
| Температура процесса: | -194 ... +280 °C on request -40 ... +180 °C |
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| Давление процесса: | 0 ... 250 bar (g) 0 ... 450 bar (g) on request |
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| Nominal pipe size: | 2 ... 48 '' (DN 50 ... DN 1200) |
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| Ambient temperature: | -40 ... +60 °C | ||
| Conformities: | AGA-Report No. 9 API 21.1 OIML D11 OIML R137-1 |
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| Remark: | Pattern approval: MID, PTB, NMi, Measurement Canada, GOST ... | ||
| Ex-approvals IECEx: | EX Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIA T4 Gb EX Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb IECEx Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb |
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| Ex-approvals ATEX: | II 1/2G EEx de ib [ia] IIA T4 II 1/2G EEx de ib [ia] IIC T4 |
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| Ex-approvals USA / Canada: | Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D T4; Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T4 Class I, Division 1, Groups D T4; Class I, Division 2, Groups D T4 |
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| Electrical safety: | CE | ||
| Enclosure rating: | IP 67 | ||
| Analog outputs: | 1 output: 4 ... 20 mA, 250 Ω active/passive, electrically isolated |
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| Digital outputs: | 3 outputs: 30 V, 100 mA passive, electrically isolated |
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| Interfaces: | RS-485 | ||
| Bus protocol: | HART Modbus ASCII Modbus RTU |
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| Operation: | Via meter display and software MEPAFLOW600 | ||
| Device version: | 4-path version | ||
SICK ultrasound technology makes the measurement of biogas reliable and effective for your biogas plant. No matter whether the gas is raw and freshly produced or dried and purified or readily upgraded for the injection into the natural gas grid. FLOWSIC600 Bio provides the operators of biogas production plants with valuable and reliable information for the optimization and control of processes. The sealed titanium transducers of the FLOWSIC600 Bio are build into a meter body made from low weight polyethylene (PE) - an ideal material for biogas environments.
At a glance
| Flow measurement for biogas plants |
| Durable, reliable, low maintenance |
| Lightweight meter body made from polyethylen (PE100) |
| Non-corrosive materials, anti-stick surface |
| Measurement in wet and corrosive gases |
| Process measurement with an uncertainty of ± 1.5% |
| Version for ATEX-zone 1 and -zone 2 available |
| Installation in PE and stainless steel piping possible |
Your benefits
| The advantages of ultrasonic gas flow measurement adapted to the special application conditions of biogas plants |
| Measuring devices based on ultrasound technology can be applied in all process stages between fermentation and injection into natural gas grids |
| Low maintenance costs |
| No pressure drop |
Fields of application
| Production of biogas, sewage gas, landfill gas or sludge gas in all non fiscal process stages |
| Dry, wet and corrosive gases (H2S) |
| Piping sizes DN80 - DN400 (3″ – 16″) |
| Low pressure and low flow applications |
| Biogas production stages where mechanical flow meters (e.g. turbine meters) quickly fail |
| Applications where a pressure drop is not acceptable |
| Technical data | |||
| Measurement principle: | Ultrasonic transit time difference measurement | ||
| Measured values: | Gas velocity Sound velocity Volume a. c. Volumetric flow, a. c. |
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| Max. number of measurands: | 2 | ||
| Measuring ranges: | Volumetric flow, a. c.: 12 ... 1,000 m3/h / 120 ... 14,000 m³/h | ||
| Comment: | Measuring ranges depend on nominal pipe size | ||
| Температура процесса: | -20 ... +60 °C | ||
| Давление процесса: | 0 ... 4 bar (g) | ||
| Nominal pipe size: | 3 ... 16 '' (DN 80 ... DN 400) |
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| Ex-approvals ATEX: | II 2G Ex de ib [ia] IIa T4 | ||
| Electrical safety: | CE | ||
| Enclosure rating: | IP 65 | ||
| Analog outputs: | 1 output: 4 ... 20 mA, 250 Ω active/passive, electrically isolated |
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| Digital outputs: | 3 outputs: 30 V, 100 mA passive, electrically isolated |
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| Interfaces: | RS-485 | ||
| Operation: | Via meter display and software MEPAFLOW600 | ||
| Device version: | 2-path version | ||
The measuring device FLOWSIC600 is an ultrasonic gas flow meter for high performance requirements. The FLOWSIC600 Quatro type combines two legal-for-trade gas meters (4 measuring paths) each with its own electronics in one meter body. The FLOWSIC600 Quatro enables two independent measurements with only one gas meter. Therefore, it provides full redundancy, reduces costs and saves space. The compact design with concealed cabling provides a robust, trouble-free and low-maintenance system. The sealed ultrasonic transducers are suitable for applications with dry, wet or corrosive gases. Due to the direct path layout, the signals are not reflected inside the device and thus not influenced by contamination. This results in long-term stability and accuracy of the system. Adjustable impulse outputs or Modbus connections allow the use of installed flow computers.
At a glance
| Direct 4+4-path layout without reflection of signals |
| Bidirectional measurement without pressure loss |
| Fully redundancy - maximum availability |
| Hermetically sealed ultrasonic transducers made of titanium |
| Wide measuring range up to 1 : 130 |
| Fully automated, extensive and intelligent self-diagnosis |
| Integrated logbooks and data logs |
| Simple operation and diagnosis via operation software MEPAFLOW600 CBM |
Your benefits
| Maximum long-term stability and reliability due to redundant measurement |
| Minimal sensitivity to pressure regulator noise and contamination |
| Low maintenance requirements due to advanced, intelligent self-diagnosis (condition based maintenance, CBM) |
| Easy-to-use software which supports all diagnostic features |
| Low risk of hardware damage from overload |
| Transducers can be replaced under operating pressure |
| No mechanical wear |
Fields of application
| Custody transfer applications in gas industry |
| Onshore and offshore on drilling platforms or at transcontinental gas pipelines |
| For municipal gas distribution networks and underground gas storage (bidirectional) |
| Cryogenic gas applications down to -194 °C |
| Also for process gases like N2, O2, H2, CO2, Cl2, ethylene, etc. |
| For gases with high content of H2S like sour gas or biogas |
| Technical data | |||
| Measurement principle: | Ultrasonic transit time difference measurement | ||
| Measured values: | Gas velocity Gas volume Sound velocity Volumetric flow |
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| Max. number of measurands: | 2 | ||
| Measuring ranges: | Gas flow rate: 0 ... 6 m3/h / 0 ... 100,000 m³/h | ||
| Comment: | Measuring ranges depend on nominal pipe size | ||
| Температура процесса: | -194 ... +280 °C on request -40 ... +180 °C |
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| Давление процесса: | 0 ... 250 bar (g) 0 ... 450 bar (g) on request |
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| Nominal pipe size: | 2 ... 48 '' (DN 50 ... DN 1200) |
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| Ambient temperature: | -40 ... +60 °C | ||
| Conformities: | AGA-Report No. 9 API 21.1 OIML D11 OIML R137-1 |
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| Remark: | Pattern approval: MID, PTB, NMi, Measurement Canada, GOST ... | ||
| Ex-approvals IECEx: | EX Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIA T4 Gb EX Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb IECEx Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb |
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| Ex-approvals ATEX: | II 1/2G EEx de ib [ia] IIA T4 II 1/2G EEx de ib [ia] IIC T4 |
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| Ex-approvals USA / Canada: | Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D T4; Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T4 Class I, Division 1, Groups D T4; Class I, Division 2, Groups D T4 |
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| Electrical safety: | CE | ||
| Enclosure rating: | IP 67 | ||
| Analog outputs: | 1 output: 4 ... 20 mA, 250 Ω active/passive, electrically isolated |
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| Digital outputs: | 3 outputs: 30 V, 100 mA passive, electrically isolated |
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| Interfaces: | RS-485 | ||
| Bus protocol: | HART Modbus ASCII Modbus RTU |
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| Operation: | Via meter display and software MEPAFLOW600 | ||
| Device version: | 4+4-path version | ||