Page 3 - Table of contents
FLUXUS F72* Table of contents 3 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Table of contents 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 5 - Annex
FLUXUS F72* Table of contents 5 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 18 Advanced functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 18.1 Totalizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 7 - Introduction; avoid possible risks and dangers.
1 Introduction FLUXUS F72* 7 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 1 Introduction This operating instruction has been written for users operating the ultrasonic flowmeter FLUXUS. It contains important information about the measuring equipment, how to handle it correctly, and how to avoid damages. Read the...
Page 8 - Safety instructions; General safety instructions; symbol
2 Safety instructions2.1 General safety instructions FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 8 2 Safety instructions 2.1 General safety instructions Prior to any work, read the operating instruction carefully and in full.Failure to comply with the instructions, in particular with the safety inst...
Page 9 - Intended use; transducers and accessories, see technical specification.; Not intended use; housing is firmly screwed.
2 Safety instructions FLUXUS F72* 2.2 Intended use 9 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 2.2 Intended use The measuring equipment is intended for the measurement of fluid properties in closed pipes. By means of connected transducers, the transit times of the ultrasonic signals in the fluid and the pipe ...
Page 10 - Safety instructions for transport; Fire fighting measures; Warning of injuries due to falling objects
2 Safety instructions2.7 Safety instructions for transport FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 10 ground conductor connection must not be interrupted. The equipment switch has to be easily accessible and clearly marked as a disconnecting device for the transmitter. It should be located near ...
Page 11 - General principles; Measurement principle; Terms; laminar flow to a turbulent flow takes place.; With the fluid mechanics calibration factor k; of the flow velocity v and the cross-sectional pipe area A.
3 General principles FLUXUS F72* 3.1 Measurement principle 11 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 3 General principles In the ultrasonic flow measurement, the flow velocity of the fluid in a pipe is determined. Further physical quantities are derived from the flow velocity and from additional physical q...
Page 12 - Measurement of the flow velocity in the TransitTime mode
3 General principles3.1 Measurement principle FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 12 Mass flow rate = · ρ The mass of the fluid that passes through the pipe per unit time. The mass flow rate is calculated from the product of the volumetric flow rate and the density ρ. Thermal energy rate The...
Page 13 - Measurement of the flow velocity in the NoiseTrek mode
3 General principles FLUXUS F72* 3.1 Measurement principle 13 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 3.1.3 Measurement of the flow velocity in the NoiseTrek mode If the proportion of gas bubbles and/or solid particles in the fluid is high, the damping of the ultrasonic signal can be so high that the comple...
Page 14 - Measurement of the flow velocity in the HybridTrek mode
3 General principles3.1 Measurement principle FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 14 The average flow velocity of the fluid is calculated as follows: v = k Re · k a · where Depending on the attenuation of the ultrasonic signal, the measurement error in the NoiseTrek mode can be greater than ...
Page 15 - Measurement arrangements; Sound path; diagonal arrangement
3 General principles FLUXUS F72* 3.2 Measurement arrangements 15 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 3.1.6 Synchronized channel averaging (FLUXUS *722) Synchronized channel averaging reduces turbulence-related fluctuations of the measured value without the need of long- term averaging. When measuring in...
Page 16 - Plane containing 1 or several sound paths or beams
3 General principles3.2 Measurement arrangements FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 16 Transducer distance The transducer distance is measured between the inner edges of the transducers. Sound beam plane Plane containing 1 or several sound paths or beams reflection arrangement diagonal arra...
Page 17 - Examples; Acoustic penetration; diagonal arrangement with 1 beam
3 General principles FLUXUS F72* 3.3 Acoustic penetration 17 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 3.2.2 Examples 3.3 Acoustic penetration The pipe has to be acoustically penetrable at the measuring point. The acoustic penetration is given when pipe and fluid do not attenuate the sound signal so strongly ...
Page 18 - Horizontal pipe; prevented from influencing the propagation of the signal.; Vertical pipe; Undisturbed flow profile
3 General principles3.4 Undisturbed flow profile FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 18 Observe the following notes on the selection of the measuring point: Horizontal pipe Select a measuring point where the transducers can be mounted laterally on the pipe, allowing the sound waves to propag...
Page 21 - Product description; Measuring system; can be displayed, used for calculations and transmitted.; Handling concept; The transmitter is operated via the keyboard. By pressing
4 Product description FLUXUS F72* 4.1 Measuring system 21 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 4 Product description 4.1 Measuring system The measurement system consists of the transmitter, the ultrasonic transducers and the pipe on which the measurement is carried out. The transducers are mounted on the...
Page 22 - menu
4 Product description4.2 Handling concept FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 22 When starting up the transmitter for the first time, settings relating to the language, time, date and system of units have to be made. Afterwards the menu Parameters will be displayed. At later start-ups the me...
Page 23 - Display; Structure; Several symbols are used for the status indications.; horizontal scroll list
4 Product description FLUXUS F72* 4.3 Display 23 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 4.3 Display Structure Status indications Several symbols are used for the status indications. Fig. 4.3: Example: menu Parameters 1 – menu 2 – menu item currently edited 3 – area for scroll lists, selection fields or inp...
Page 24 - Keyboard
4 Product description4.4 Keyboard FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 24 4.4 Keyboard The keyboard has 15 keys, including 3 function keys: ENTER, and C. Some keys have multiple functions. They can be used to enter data, to navigate through scroll lists as well as to execute special functions...
Page 25 - Transport and storage; Transport; When packaging, the transmitter can fall down.
5 Transport and storage FLUXUS F72* 5.1 Transport 25 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 5 Transport and storage 5.1 Transport The measuring equipment must be packaged properly for transport. For weight indications, see technical specification.• Use, if possible, the original packaging by FLEXIM or an e...
Page 26 - Mounting; Working in mines or cramped confines
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 26 6 Mounting Danger! Risk of explosion when using the measuring equipment in explosive atmospheres This may result in personal or material damage or dangerous situations.→ Observe the "Safety instructions for the use in explosive atmosphere...
Page 27 - Opening and closing the housing; Opening
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.1 Transmitter 27 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 6.1 Transmitter 6.1.1 Opening and closing the housing 6.1.1.1 Opening • Loosen the screws of the transmitter housing.• Open the housing cover of the transmitter. 6.1.1.2 Closing Transmitter with stainless steel housing • Close...
Page 28 - Transmitter with aluminum housing; Installation of the transmitter; Wall mounting; • Fix the transmitter to the wall using 4 screws.
6 Mounting6.1 Transmitter FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 28 Transmitter with aluminum housing • Close the housing cover pressing it slightly upwards on the side of the screws.• Hand-tight all screws of the transmitter housing. 6.1.2 Installation of the transmitter 6.1.2.1 Wall mounting ...
Page 30 - The pipe mounting kit is fixed to the pipe by using tension straps.; The edge of the tension strap is very sharp.
6 Mounting6.1 Transmitter FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 30 6.1.2.2 Pipe mounting Transmitter with stainless steel housing Installation on a 2'' pipe • Position the transmitter and the shackle (1) on the pipe.• Fix the transmitter to the pipe by tightening the nuts (2) of the shackles. ...
Page 31 - between the wall mount and the band clamp.
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.1 Transmitter 31 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Transmitter with aluminum housing • Fix the band clamps (6) with 2 countersunk-head screws (4) firmly to the wall mount (1). Take care to place the washers (7) between the wall mount and the band clamp. • Fix the wall mount wi...
Page 32 - Transducers; Preparation; Measuring point selection
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 32 6 Mounting 6.2 Transducers 6.2.1 Preparation 6.2.1.1 Measuring point selection The correct selection of the measuring point is crucial for achieving reliable measurement results and a high measurement accuracy.A measurement on ...
Page 33 - Pipe preparation
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 33 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 6.2.1.2 Pipe preparation Rust, paint or deposits on the pipe absorb the sound signal. A good acoustic contact between the pipe and the transducers is obtained as follows:• Clean the pipe at the selected measuring point. – If p...
Page 35 - Installation of the transducers; Bidirectional measurement
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 35 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 6.2.2 Installation of the transducers 6.2.2.1 Orientation of the transducers and determination of the transducer distance Observe the orientation of the transducers. If the transducers have been mounted properly, the engraving...
Page 36 - Transducer arrangement
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 36 6.2.2.2 Transducer arrangement The transducers can be arranged in the mounting rails in different ways: 6.2.2.3 Mounting the transducers of type ****LI** If the nameplate of the transducers ****LI** is removed from the transduc...
Page 38 - fixture has to be mounted.; Overview of mounting steps; disassembly of the transducer mounting fixture Variofix L; transducer frequency (3rd character of the technical type)
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 38 Mounting When measuring in diagonal arrangement, the transducer mounting fixtures are mounted on opposite sides of the pipe. When measuring in reflection arrangement, the transducer mounting fixtures are mounted on the same sid...
Page 39 - Step 1: Disassembly of the transducer mounting fixture Variofix L; • Disassemble the transducer mounting fixture Variofix L.; Step 2: Fixation of the clasps to the tension straps; • Select the installation instruction of the supplied clasp:
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 39 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Step 1: Disassembly of the transducer mounting fixture Variofix L • Disassemble the transducer mounting fixture Variofix L. Step 2: Fixation of the clasps to the tension straps • Select the installation instruction of the supp...
Page 40 - Ratchet clasp; Step 3: Fixation of the tension strap to the pipe; Select the installation instruction of the supplied clasp:
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 40 Ratchet clasp • Cut the tension strap to length (pipe circumference + at least 120 mm). • Insert approx. 100 mm of the tension strap into part (1) and (2) of the ratchet clasp (see Fig. 6.16 a).• Bend the tension strap.• Insert...
Page 41 - Quick release clasp
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 41 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Quick release clasp • Insert the tension strap into its clamp and the metal spring (see Fig. 6.18 and Fig. 6.19).• Position the clasp, the tension strap clamp and the metal spring on the pipe (see Fig. 6.17): – On a horizontal...
Page 42 - Step 4: Fixation of the rail to the pipe
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 42 Step 4: Fixation of the rail to the pipe • Place the tension strap clamp (2) in the rail (see Fig. 6.23). Observe the orientation of the tension strap clamp.• Slightly tighten the nut of the tension strap clamp (2).• Screw the ...
Page 47 - coupling foil, see the safety data sheet.
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 47 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 • Tighten the cover screws, see Fig. 6.34. Fig. 6.33: Fixing the transducer cables 1 – strain relief clamp for transducer cable with stainless steel conduit 2 – strain relief clamp for transducer cable with plastic conduit Not...
Page 48 - Mounting with Variofix C
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 48 6.2.2.5 Mounting with Variofix C Scope of delivery (example) Variofix C transducer pair quick release clasp with tension strap orband clamp clasp with tension strap ortension strap coil ratchet clasp
Page 49 - disassembly of the transducer mounting fixture Variofix C; Step 1: Disassembly of the transducer mounting fixture Variofix C
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 49 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Mounting When measuring in reflection arrangement, 1 transducer mounting fixture is mounted laterally on the pipe.When measuring in diagonal arrangement, 2 transducer mounting fixtures are mounted on opposite sides of the pipe...
Page 58 - Installation with mounting shoe and band clamp clasp; the pipe wall. Tighten the screw of the mounting shoe.
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 58 6.2.2.6 Installation with mounting shoe and band clamp clasp • Insert the tension strap into the groove on the upper side of the mounting shoe.• Position the mounting shoe and the clasp on the pipe. On horizontal pipes, mount t...
Page 59 - Mounting with PermaLok
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 59 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 6.2.2.7 Mounting with PermaLok Scope of delivery 2 × PermaLok 1 × transducer pair 4 × quick release clasp with tension strap Fig. 6.61: PermaLok components 1 – cover 2 – screw 3 – nut 4 – slider 5 – screw of the slider 6 – rai...
Page 60 - preparation
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 60 Mounting When measuring in diagonal arrangement, the transducer mounting fixtures are mounted on opposite sides of the pipe, see Fig. 6.62. When measuring in reflection arrangement, the transducer mounting fixtures are mounted ...
Page 61 - Step 2: Fixation of the rail to the pipe
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 61 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Step 2: Fixation of the rail to the pipe • Insert the tension strap through the slot of the tension strap clamp (if present, see Fig. 6.65) or through the rail fixture, see Fig. 6.66. • Position the clasp on the pipe. • Make s...
Page 62 - show in opposite directions.
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 62 Step 3: Mounting of the transducers in the mounting fixture PermaLok • Stick coupling foil (or apply some coupling compound for a short-term installation) on the contact surface of the transducer. The coupling foil can be fixed...
Page 63 - Mounting with tension strap and quick release clasp
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.2 Transducers 63 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 6.2.2.8 Mounting with tension strap and quick release clasp • Cut the tension strap to length (pipe circumference + at least 120 mm).• Make sure that part (2) of the clasp is on top of part (1), see Fig. 6.70 a. The hooks of p...
Page 64 - Fixation of PermaLok with solid band strap kit
6 Mounting6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 64 6.2.2.9 Fixation of PermaLok with solid band strap kit • Cut the tension strap to length (pipe circumference + at least 305 mm).• Insert the solid band through the slot of the tension strap clamp.• Line up the solid band, screw...
Page 66 - Temperature probe; temperature probe. Observe the specific ambient temperature.; Installation of the temperature probe (response time 50 s); Installation with clasp; The temperature probe has to be thermally insulated.
6 Mounting6.3 Temperature probe FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 66 6 Mounting 6.3 Temperature probe 6.3.1 Pipe preparation Rust, paint or deposits on the pipe thermally insulate the measuring point. A good thermal contact between the pipe and the temperature probe is obtained as follows:...
Page 67 - Installation with FLEXIM clasp
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.3 Temperature probe 67 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 6.3.2.2 Installation with FLEXIM clasp • Cut the tension strap to length (pipe circumference + at least 120 mm).• Insert approx. 20 mm of the tension strap into the slot of the clasp.• Bend the end of the tension strap.•...
Page 69 - Installation of the temperature probe (response time 8 s)
6 Mounting FLUXUS F72* 6.3 Temperature probe 69 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 6.3.3 Installation of the temperature probe (response time 8 s) • Fix the protection plate and the insulation foam to the temperature probe, see Fig. 6.84.• Take the spring end of the chain and insert the first ball into...
Page 70 - Connection
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 70 7 Connection Danger! Risk of explosion when using the measuring equipment in explosive atmospheres This may result in personal or material damage or dangerous situations.→ Observe the "Safety instructions for the use in explosive atmosp...
Page 71 - load on the connectors.; Connection of the transducer cable to the transmitter; Transducer cable with SMB connectors; terminal
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 7.1 Transducers 71 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 7.1 Transducers It is recommended to run the cables from the measuring point to the transmitter before connecting the transducers to avoid load on the connectors. 7.1.1 Connection of the transducer cable to the transmitter 7...
Page 72 - Transducer cable with plastic jacket and stripped ends
7 Connection7.1 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 72 7.1.1.2 Transducer cable with plastic jacket and stripped ends • Remove the blind plug for the connection of the transducer cable.• Open the cable gland of the transducer cable. The compression part remains in the cap nut.• P...
Page 73 - Transducer cable with stainless steel conduit and stripped ends
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 7.1 Transducers 73 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 7.1.1.3 Transducer cable with stainless steel conduit and stripped ends • Remove the blind plug for the connection of the transducer cable.• Insert the transducer cable into the housing.• Fix the transducer cable by tighteni...
Page 74 - Connection of the extension cable to the transmitter
7 Connection7.1 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 74 7.1.2 Connection of the extension cable to the transmitter The extension cable is connected to the transmitter via the transducer connection.• Remove the blind plug for the connection of the transducer cable.• Open the cable ...
Page 75 - Connection of the transducer cable to the junction box
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 7.1 Transducers 75 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 7.1.3 Connection of the transducer cable to the junction box 7.1.3.1 Transducer cable with SMB connectors • Remove the blind plug for the connection of the transducer cable.• Insert the transducer cable with the SMB connecto...
Page 78 - Connection of the extension cable to the junction box; Connection without potential separation (standard)
7 Connection7.1 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 78 7.1.4 Connection of the extension cable to the junction box 7.1.4.1 Connection without potential separation (standard) The connection of the extension cable to the junction box without potential separation ensures that the tr...
Page 80 - Connection with potential separation; to remain completely insulated up to the shield terminal.
7 Connection7.1 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 80 7.1.4.2 Connection with potential separation If earthing on the same potential cannot be ensured, e.g., in measurement arrangements with long extension cables, the extension cable and the junction box have to be electrically ...
Page 82 - SENSPROM
7 Connection7.1 Transducers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 82 7.1.5 SENSPROM The SENSPROM contains important transducer data for the operation of the transmitter with the transducers.If transducers are replaced or added, the SENSPROM has to be replaced or added as well. The SENSPROM is ...
Page 83 - Power supply
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 7.2 Power supply 83 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 7 Connection 7.2 Power supply The installation of the power supply is carried out by the operator. The operator has to provide an overcurrent protector of max. 16 A (fuse or similar device) disconnecting all energizing wire...
Page 84 - Cable connection; Transmitter with stainless steel housing
7 Connection7.2 Power supply FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 84 7.2.1 Cable connection Transmitter with stainless steel housing • Remove the blind plug to connect the cable to the transmitter.• Prepare the cable with a cable gland. The used cable has to have a wire cross-section of 0.25…...
Page 85 - Outputs
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 7.3 Outputs 85 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Transmitter with aluminum housing • Remove the blind plug to connect the cable to the transmitter.• Prepare the cable with a cable gland. The used cable has to have a wire cross-section of 0.25…2.5 mm 2 . • Push the cable throug...
Page 88 - Inputs; Current input; Connection of an active current source; The terminals Txa and Txb must not be connected.
7 Connection7.4 Inputs FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 88 7.4 Inputs 7.4.1 Current input An active (self-powered) or a passive (external powered) current source can be connected to the current inputs of the transmitter. Connection of an active current source For the connection of the inp...
Page 89 - Connection of a passive current sink; Binary input; The terminals Txa and TxB must not be connected.
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 7.4 Inputs 89 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Connection of a passive current sink For the connection of the input cable to the transmitter see section 7.2.1, Fig. 7.17 and Tab. 7.13. At full load (20 mA), a voltage of 22.9 V DC is available for the supply of the passive cur...
Page 90 - direct connection
7 Connection7.5 Temperature probe FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 90 7 Connection 7.5 Temperature probe It is possible to connect the temperature probes Pt100/Pt1000 (4-wire) to the inputs of the transmitter (optional). Fig. 7.18: Connection of the temperature probes to the transmitter 1...
Page 91 - Direct connection of the temperature probe
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 7.5 Temperature probe 91 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 7.5.1 Direct connection of the temperature probe • Remove the blind plug for the connection of the temperature probe.• Open the cable gland of the temperature probe. The compression part remains in the cap nut.• Push t...
Page 93 - Connection of the temperature probe to the junction box
7 Connection FLUXUS F72* 7.5 Temperature probe 93 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Connection of the temperature probe to the junction box • Remove the blind plug for the connection of the temperature probe.• Open the cable gland of the temperature probe. The compression part remains in the cap nut.•...
Page 94 - Service interfaces; USB interface; The transmitter can be connected to the PC or LAN via a LAN cable.
7 Connection7.6 Service interfaces FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 94 7 Connection 7.6 Service interfaces 7.6.1 USB interface The transmitter can be connected directly to the PC via the USB interface. • Connect the USB cable to the USB interface of the transmitter and to the PC. 7.6.2 LA...
Page 98 - Switching on
8 Start-up8.1 Start-up settings FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 98 8.1 Start-up settings When starting up the transmitter for the first time, the following settings are required:• language• time/date• system of unitsThese displays will only be indicated when the transmitter is switched o...
Page 99 - Status indications; The operation state is indicated by LEDs.; Language
8 Start-up FLUXUS F72* 8.3 Status indications 99 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 8.3 Status indications The operation state is indicated by LEDs. 8.4 Language The language of the transmitter can be selected:• Select the menu item Language . • Press ENTER.• Select the desired language from the scroll...
Page 100 - Initialization; • During the operation of the transmitter: press; Date and time; Initial settings
8 Start-up8.5 Initialization FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 100 8.5 Initialization During an initialization (INIT) of the transmitter, all settings are reset to the factory settings.Proceed as follows to execute an initialization:• When switching on a transmitter: keep and C pressed. • ...
Page 101 - Information regarding the transmitter; • Select the menu item; display
8 Start-up FLUXUS F72* 8.7 Information regarding the transmitter 101 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 8.7 Information regarding the transmitter • Select the menu item Transmitter info . • Press ENTER.• Press or to scroll through the list. • Press to return to the menu item System settings . The follo...
Page 102 - Measurement; Parameter input; The pipe and fluid parameters are entered for the selected; Warning of severe injuries from hot or cold components
9 Measurement9.1 Parameter input FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 102 9 Measurement 9.1 Parameter input The pipe and fluid parameters are entered for the selected measuring point. The parameter ranges are limited by the technical characteristics of the transducers and the transmitter.• Se...
Page 103 - Measuring point configuration; • Select the configuration of the measuring point (here:; Input of the measuring point number; Transducer not found
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.1 Parameter input 103 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 9.1.1 Measuring point configuration • Select the configuration of the measuring point (here: 1 meas. point (AB) ). • Press ENTER.The display will not be indicated if the transmitter has only one measuring channel. If 2...
Page 104 - Input of pipe parameters; Outer pipe diameter; • Press; Pipe material; • Enter the sound speed of the pipe material.
9 Measurement9.1 Parameter input FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 104 9.1.4 Input of pipe parameters Outer pipe diameter • Enter the outer pipe diameter. • Press ENTER.It is possible to enter the pipe circumference instead of the outer pipe diameter. Pipe circumference • The input of the ...
Page 105 - Roughness of the pipe material
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.1 Parameter input 105 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Roughness of the pipe material The flow profile of the fluid is influenced by the roughness of the inner pipe wall.The roughness is used for the calculation of the profile correction factor.In most cases, the pipe roug...
Page 106 - is selected in the menu item; Roughness; • If; Input of fluid parameters; Fluid
9 Measurement9.1 Parameter input FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 106 Roughness of the lining material The flow profile of the fluid is influenced by the roughness of the inner pipe wall.The roughness is used for the calculation of the profile correction factor.In most cases, the pipe rou...
Page 107 - Sound speed range of the fluid; • Select; Kinematic viscosity of the fluid; Measurement settings; Selection of the physical quantity
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.1 Parameter input 107 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Sound speed range of the fluid • Select Automatic if the range around the average sound speed has to be set to ± 10 % the entered sound speed. • Select Customized if the range around the average sound speed has to be e...
Page 108 - Further parameters; Fluid temperature; The fluid temperature is used:; Parametrization of a mixture with changing composition; Parameters\Extension cable
9 Measurement9.1 Parameter input FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 108 9.1.7 Further parameters Fluid temperature The fluid temperature is used: – at the beginning of the measurement for the interpolation of the sound speed and therefore for the calculation of the recommended transducer di...
Page 109 - Dynamic damping; through the transmitter without any time lag.; Input of the error delay
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.1 Parameter input 109 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Dynamic damping If dynamic damping is activated, volatile changes in the measured values of the selected physical quantity are transmitted through the transmitter without any time lag. • Select On to activate the dynam...
Page 110 - Definition of conditions for valid measurements; Measuring point config.; Configuration of an output; Assignment of a source item; all channels OK
9 Measurement9.2 Configuration of an output FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 110 Definition of conditions for valid measurements • Select a condition.• Press ENTER.This display will only be indicated if the list item 1 meas. point (AB) is selected in the menu item Parameters\ Measuring po...
Page 111 - source item
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.2 Configuration of an output 111 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Tab. 9.3: Configuration of the outputs source item list item output Flow quantities Flow velocity flow velocity Volumetric flow rate volumetric flow rate Mass flow rate mass flow rate Thermal energy rate (1)...
Page 113 - Output of a measured value; Output range; Example; list item
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.2 Configuration of an output 113 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 9.2.1 Output of a measured value • Select the list item Outputs\...\Values . • Press ENTER. Output range • Select a list item. – 4...20 mA– Other range • Press ENTER.If Other range is selected, enter the val...
Page 114 - Measuring range; Sign
9 Measurement9.2 Configuration of an output FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 114 Measuring range The sign of the measured value and the measuring range are determined. • Select Sign if the sign of the measured values is to be considered for the output. • Select Absolute value if the sign ...
Page 116 - Output of a status/event value; status value – status OK
9 Measurement9.2 Configuration of an output FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 116 9.2.2 Output of a status/event value • Select the list item Outputs\...\Status . • Press ENTER. Output range • Select a list item. – 4...20 mA– Other range • Press ENTER.If Other range is selected, enter the ...
Page 117 - Operating mode for current outputs; status value
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.2 Configuration of an output 117 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 • Select Repeat to repeat the test or Finish to display the next menu item. • Press ENTER. • Select Yes to test the status of the output signal. Select No to display the next menu item. • Press ENTER. • Sele...
Page 118 - Start of measurement; Start measurement; Calibration of the temperature calculation from the sound speed; Installation\Sound path
9 Measurement9.3 Start of measurement FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 118 9.3 Start of measurement Before starting the measurement, the measuring point has to be parameterized. If another measurement has already been performed using the same measuring point parameters, the measurement ca...
Page 119 - AMP
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.3 Start of measurement 119 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 • Mount the transducers on the pipe and adjust the recommended transducer distance.• Press ENTER.The diagnostics window is displayed.The amplitude of the received signal is displayed by bar graph AMP . The bar gra...
Page 120 - Input of the transducer distance; Display during the measurement; Measured value; Installation\Transducer distance; transducer frequency (3rd
9 Measurement9.4 Display during the measurement FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 120 Input of the transducer distance The recommended transducer distance is calculated on the basis of the measured sound speed. It is therefore a better approximation than the first recommended value which h...
Page 121 - Toggling between the measuring channels; If; Status line; measurement can be evaluated. Press; value
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.4 Display during the measurement 121 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Toggling between the measuring channels If 2 meas. points (A|B) is selected for the configuration of the measuring point, the measurement is started on several measuring channels. The display of the meas...
Page 122 - Diagnostic values; • Press ENTER to return to the display of measured values.; Parameter; Transducer temperature; In the; flow profile
9 Measurement9.4 Display during the measurement FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 122 9.4.3 Diagnostic values The diagnostic values from Tab. 9.6 can be displayed during the measurement.• Press ENTER to return to the diagnostics window.• If the measurement is started on several measuring c...
Page 123 - Parameter settings; Storage
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.4 Display during the measurement 123 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Parameter settings The parameter settings can be displayed during the measurement.• Press during the measurement. The transmitter returns to the main menu. The measurement is running in the background. T...
Page 124 - Display of the current temperature offset; Special settings; Return to display of measured values; Show measurement; Execution of special functions; Execute command; key
9 Measurement9.5 Execution of special functions FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 124 Display of the current temperature offset If the calculation of the fluid temperature from the sound speed is activated, the temperature offset can be displayed during the measurement. • Press during the ...
Page 125 - Totalizers
9 Measurement FLUXUS F72* 9.5 Execution of special functions 125 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Totalizers • Select the list item Totalizers . • Press ENTER.The following scroll list appears: Measuring mode If the NoiseTrek or FastFood mode is enabled, it is possible to toggle between them or the T...
Page 126 - Reset the event trigger to idle state; Stop of measurement
9 Measurement9.6 Stop of measurement FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 126 Reset the event trigger to idle state • Select the list item Clear alarms . • Press ENTER.This display will only be indicated if an event trigger has been parameterized and at least one event trigger has also been t...
Page 127 - Troubleshooting; Service works by unauthorized and unqualified personnel
10 Troubleshooting FLUXUS F72* 127 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 10 Troubleshooting If any problem appears which cannot be solved with the help of this operating instruction, contact our sales office and give a precise description of the problem. Specify the type, the serial number and the firmwar...
Page 128 - Problems with the measurement; UNDEF; The signal is lost during the measurement.
10 Troubleshooting10.1 Problems with the measurement FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 128 The display does not work at all or fails regularly. • Check the contrast setting of the transmitter or enter the HotCode 555000 to set the display to medium contrast. • Make sure that the correct vo...
Page 129 - A fluid with a wrong sound speed was selected.; • Check the entered value considering the pipe condition.; consists of an acoustically absorbing material.; • Try to measure on a section of the pipe free from lining.; Highly viscous fluids strongly attenuate the ultrasonic signal; • The measurement of fluids with a viscosity of > 1000 mm; attenuate the measuring signal; conditionally possible.
10 Troubleshooting FLUXUS F72* 10.2 Measuring point selection 129 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 10.2 Measuring point selection • Make sure that the recommended min. distance to any disturbance is observed.• Avoid measuring points with deposit formation in the pipe.• Avoid measuring points in the v...
Page 130 - Significant deviations of the measured values; totalizer values will be too low.; Problems with the totalizers; • The sum of both totalizers (throughput; Problems during the thermal energy rate measurement; • Check the thermal energy rate coefficient of the fluid.
10 Troubleshooting10.5 Significant deviations of the measured values FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 130 10.5 Significant deviations of the measured values A fluid with a wrong sound speed was selected. • If a fluid was selected whose sound speed does not match the actual one, a pipe wal...
Page 131 - Maintenance and cleaning
11 Maintenance and cleaning FLUXUS F72* 131 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 11 Maintenance and cleaning Danger! Risk of explosion when using the measuring equipment in explosive atmospheres This may result in personal or material damage or dangerous situations.→ Observe the "Safety instructions ...
Page 132 - Maintenance; maintenance intervals are recommended:; Cleaning; Stainless steel housing; • Clean the housing with a soft cloth. Do not use detergents.; Calibration; or > 200 °C for high temperature transducers); Firmware update; item
11 Maintenance and cleaning11.1 Maintenance FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 132 11.1 Maintenance The transmitter and the transducers are practically maintenance-free. In order to ensure security, the following maintenance intervals are recommended: 11.2 Cleaning Stainless steel housing •...
Page 133 - Dismounting and disposal; Dismounting; Dismounting is carried out in reverse order to the installation.; Disposal
12 Dismounting and disposal FLUXUS F72* 12.1 Dismounting 133 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 12 Dismounting and disposal 12.1 Dismounting Dismounting is carried out in reverse order to the installation. 12.2 Disposal The measuring equipment has to be disposed of in accordance with the applicable reg...
Page 134 - User modes; The user modes allow extended diagnostics of signals and; menu item
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 134 13 User modes The user modes allow extended diagnostics of signals and measured values as well as the definition of additional parameters adapted to the application.The following user modes can be selected: •StandardUser•ExpertUser•SuperU...
Page 135 - User mode selection; StandardUser mode; NoiseTrek mode
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.1 StandardUser mode 135 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 User mode selection • Select the menu item User mode . • Press ENTER.• Select a list item.• Press ENTER. 13.1 StandardUser mode In the StandardUser mode, all measurements can be carried out for the corresponding app...
Page 136 - Keep TT
13 User modes13.1 StandardUser mode FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 136 If the automatic toggling between the TransitTime and NoiseTrek mode is activated, further parameters have to be configured.• Enter the time after which the transmitter has to toggle to the NoiseTrek mode if there ar...
Page 137 - Start in measuring mode; Requirement for a measurement wit activated turbulence mode
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.1 StandardUser mode 137 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 13.1.2 Start in measuring mode For some application it is necessary to start the measurement in a particular measuring mode. • Select the menu item Special settings in the menu Miscellaneous . • Press ENTER until th...
Page 138 - Multi-point calibration
13 User modes13.1 StandardUser mode FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 138 13.1.5 Cut-off flow The cut-off flow is a lower limit for the flow velocity. All measured flow velocities that are below the limit are set to zero.The cut-off flow can depend on the flow direction. • Select the menu ...
Page 139 - Yes; ExpertUser mode; Profile correction; Miscellaneous
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.2 ExpertUser mode 139 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 • Enter the measured value of the transmitter.• Press ENTER. • Enter the measured values of the reference flowmeter.• Press ENTER.• Repeat the input for all pairs of measured values.• Press ENTER after each input. • S...
Page 140 - Selection of the version; Selection of the disturbance; or; disturbance type
13 User modes13.2 ExpertUser mode FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 140 Selection of the version • Select the menu item Measurement\Measurement settings in the menu Miscellaneous . • Press ENTER until the menu item Profile correction is displayed. • Select a list item (default: kRe 2.0 dis...
Page 141 - Pipe signal detection
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.2 ExpertUser mode 141 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 13.2.2 Max. signal gain In order to prevent disturbing and/or pipe wall signals (e.g., if the pipe has run empty) from being interpreted as useful signals, it is possible to define a max. signal gain. If the signal ga...
Page 142 - Limit of the flow velocity
13 User modes13.2 ExpertUser mode FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 142 13.2.4 Limit of the flow velocity Single outliers caused by heavily disturbed surroundings can appear among the measured values of the flow velocity. If these outliers are not ignored, they will affect all derived phys...
Page 143 - SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode; Pig detection
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.3 SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode 143 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 13.2.4.1 Measuring point specific profile correction In special cases a measuring point specific profile correction can be used. • Select the menu item Profile correction in the menu Calibration...
Page 144 - Pipe wall calibration for Lamb wave transducers
13 User modes13.3 SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 144 13.3.2 Calculation of the fluid temperature from the sound speed of the fluid • Select the menu item Special settings in the menu Miscellaneous . • Press ENTER until the menu item Fluid: c -> ...
Page 145 - Linear calibration
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.3 SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode 145 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 13.3.4 Linear calibration It is possible to define a correction of the flow velocity: v cor = m · v + n where All quantities derived from the flow velocity will be calculated with the corrected ...
Page 147 - Channel-based parametrization
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.3 SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode 147 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 13.3.8 Channel-based parametrization • Select the list item Channel-based param. in the menu item Parameters\Measuring point config. • Press ENTER.• Select the measuring channel for which the pa...
Page 148 - No limit; special
13 User modes13.3 SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 148 Selection of the calculation type FLUXUS *722:If the synchronized channel averaging is activated in the menu item Miscellaneous\Measurement\Measurement modes\Synch. chan. averag. , the average ca...
Page 149 - Assignment of an output
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.3 SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode 149 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 • Select No limit if the calculation channel has to output all negative values without upper limit • Press ENTER.• Select Set to limit if the calculation channel has to output the limit when fal...
Page 150 - Selection of the calculation channel; Channel Y
13 User modes13.3 SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 150 If the output has already been assigned to a channel, it is displayed as follows: Current I1 (Y) . • Select Yes to change the settings for an already assigned output or to assign a new output. • ...
Page 151 - Definition of an event trigger; • Select a calculation channel in the menu
13 User modes FLUXUS F72* 13.3 SuperUser mode and SuperUser ext. mode 151 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Definition of an event trigger • Select a calculation channel in the menu Functions , for which an event trigger is to be enabled (here: Channel Y) . • Press ENTER.• Select the menu item Event t...
Page 152 - Configuration of a digital output as binary output; Enabling the output; Digital output
14 Outputs14.1 Configuration of a digital output as binary output FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 152 14 Outputs If the transmitter is equipped with outputs, they have to be configured. For the configuration of the analog output, see section 9.2.The transmitter can also be equipped with ...
Page 153 - is selected for the configuration of the measuring point.; A source item has to be assigned to each selected output.; Definition of the switching function for the status/event value
14 Outputs FLUXUS F72* 14.1 Configuration of a digital output as binary output 153 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Assignment of an output • Select the measuring point.• Press ENTER.This display will only be indicated if 2 meas. points (A|B) is selected for the configuration of the measuring point. ...
Page 155 - Repeat; Configuration of a digital output as pulse output; Pulse
14 Outputs FLUXUS F72* 14.2 Configuration of a digital output as pulse output 155 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 • Select Repeat to repeat the test or Finish to display the next menu item. • Press ENTER. 14.2 Configuration of a digital output as pulse output A pulse output is an integrating output ...
Page 156 - Pulse output by defining the pulse value; • Select the list item; mode
14 Outputs14.2 Configuration of a digital output as pulse output FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 156 14.2.1 Pulse output by defining the pulse value • Select the list item Pulse value . • Press ENTER.The pulse output can be operated in 2 modes: • Select a list item.• Press ENTER. • Enter...
Page 157 - Pulse output by defining pulses per unit; Pulses per unit; Output options; Outputs\Pulses per unit; setting
14 Outputs FLUXUS F72* 14.2 Configuration of a digital output as pulse output 157 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 14.2.2 Pulse output by defining pulses per unit • Select the list item Pulses per unit . • Press ENTER. • Select a list item: – 0...1 kHz– 0...5 kHz– Other range • Press ENTER.If Other r...
Page 158 - Output function test; Configuration of a digital output as frequency output; • Select one of the following source items:; output mode
14 Outputs14.3 Configuration of a digital output as frequency output FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 158 Output function test • Select Yes to test the status of the output signal. Select No to display the next menu item. • Press ENTER. • Select a list item as test value.• Press ENTER. 14...
Page 161 - Configuration of an input; in the menu; Enabling the input
15 Inputs FLUXUS F72* 15.1 Configuration of an input 161 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 15 Inputs 15.1 Configuration of an input If the transmitter is equipped with inputs, they have to be configured.• Select the menu item Configure inputs in the menu Inputs . • Press ENTER. • Select the input to b...
Page 162 - Current and voltage inputs; Selection of the source item; • Select the source item.; Input range; • Select a list item:; if an error value is to be defined.
15 Inputs15.1 Configuration of an input FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 162 15.1.1 Current and voltage inputs When configuring the current or voltage inputs, the source item can now be selected and the input and measuring range is defined. Selection of the source item • Select the source...
Page 163 - Temperature inputs; Selection of the temperature probe; Tx temperature offset; Input of the temperature correction
15 Inputs FLUXUS F72* 15.1 Configuration of an input 163 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 15.1.2 Temperature inputs When configuring a temperature input, the temperature probe can now be selected. Selection of the temperature probe • Select the temperature probe: – Pt100– Pt1000 Activation of the tem...
Page 164 - Definition of a switching condition
15 Inputs15.1 Configuration of an input FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 164 15.1.3 Definition of a switching condition If a transmitter function is to be performed by remote control, a switching condition has to be defined. • Select Yes if a switching condition is to be defined. Select N...
Page 165 - Binary inputs; Inversion of the input; Analog input
15 Inputs FLUXUS F72* 15.1 Configuration of an input 165 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 15.1.4 Binary inputs The transmitter can be equipped with max. 4 binary inputs. Via the binary inputs, it is possible to remotely trigger some functions of the transmitter. Inversion of the input • Select Yes if...
Page 166 - Assignment of an input; Assign inputs
15 Inputs15.2 Assignment of an input FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 166 Binary input • Connect the signal source to the input. • Select Yes to test the input signal. Select No to display the next menu item. • Press ENTER.If the transmitter displays that a input signal is connected, the ...
Page 167 - Data logger; Configuration of the data logger; Enabling the data logger; Data logger\Configuration; Starting time; Start storing
16 Data logger FLUXUS F72* 16.1 Configuration of the data logger 167 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 16 Data logger The transmitter has a data logger which stores the measured values during the measurement. The following data can be stored:• date• time• measuring point number• pipe parameters• fluid...
Page 168 - Event-based starting time; Off; Full 10 minutes
16 Data logger16.1 Configuration of the data logger FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 168 Event-based starting time If it is necessary to start the storing of measured values at a particular event, select the list item Event-based as starting time.The event is signalized via an input or ev...
Page 169 - Storage rate; • Press ENTER until the menu item; Storage rate of the FastFood mode
16 Data logger FLUXUS F72* 16.1 Configuration of the data logger 169 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 • Select in the scroll list a storage rate for storing the measured values in case the event occurs.• Press ENTER. • Enter the time interval for the measured values to be stored before the event occu...
Page 171 - Deletion of the data logger; Information regarding the data logger
16 Data logger FLUXUS F72* 16.2 Deletion of the data logger 171 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 16.2 Deletion of the data logger • Select the menu item Storage\Data logger\Delete meas. values . • Press ENTER.• Select Yes to delete the measured values. • Press ENTER. 16.3 Information regarding the da...
Page 172 - Data transmission; LAN interface; Network; Manual input; Manual
17 Data transmission17.1 Service interfaces FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 172 17 Data transmission The data is transmit via the service interfaces or the process interface (optional) of the transmitter. 17.1 Service interfaces By means of the program FluxDiagReader it is possible to tr...
Page 173 - Automatic addressing with DHCP; Process interface
17 Data transmission FLUXUS F72* 17.2 Process interface 173 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Automatic addressing with DHCP • Select Automatic to automatically identify the network parameters (IP address, subnet mask and standard gateway) via a DHCP server. • Select the menu item Communication\Networ...
Page 174 - Advanced functions; Number of decimal places
18 Advanced functions18.1 Totalizers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 174 18 Advanced functions 18.1 Totalizers The thermal energy, total volume or total mass of the fluid at the measuring point can be determined.There are 2 totalizers, one for the positive and the other for the negative ...
Page 175 - Detection of long measurement failures; Without overflow; decimal places
18 Advanced functions FLUXUS F72* 18.1 Totalizers 175 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 The number of decimal places is constant. The max. value of the totalizers decreases with an increasing number of decimal places. 18.1.2 Detection of long measurement failures If there are no valid measured values ...
Page 177 - FastFood mode; Enabling/disabling the FastFood mode
18 Advanced functions FLUXUS F72* 18.2 FastFood mode 177 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 18.2 FastFood mode The FastFood mode allows to measure highly dynamic flows. A continuous adaptation to changing measuring conditions is only partially realized in the FastFood mode.• The measured values are sto...
Page 178 - Activation/deactivation of the FastFood mode; Diagnosis with the help of the snap function; Configuration
18 Advanced functions18.3 Diagnosis with the help of the snap function FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 178 18.2.3 Activation/deactivation of the FastFood mode If the FastFood mode is enabled and a measurement has been started, the normal measuring mode runs at first.• Press to activate t...
Page 179 - Information concerning snaps; Modification of the limit for the inner pipe diameter
18 Advanced functions FLUXUS F72* 18.4 Modification of the limit for the inner pipe diameter 179 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 18.3.3 Information concerning snaps • Select the menu item Snap\Snap info in the menu Storage . • Press ENTER.The following information is displayed: 18.3.4 Deletion of sn...
Page 180 - Remote functions; Triggerable inputs and event triggers; Configuration of the remote function; Reset of measured values
18 Advanced functions18.5 Remote functions FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 180 18.5 Remote functions Remote functions can be triggered by triggerable analog inputs or event triggers.In order to define an input for a remote function, it has to be enabled in the menu Inputs . In order to d...
Page 181 - Reset of totalizers
18 Advanced functions FLUXUS F72* 18.5 Remote functions 181 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Reset of totalizers • Select the list item Reset totalizers . • Press ENTER. The totalizers are set to zero. The totalizers are deactivated for the duration of the signal.Totalizing starts at zero again, as s...
Page 182 - Event triggers; Event trigger
18 Advanced functions18.6 Event triggers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 182 18.6 Event triggers It is possible to configure max. 4 independent event trigger R1, R2, R3, R4.The event triggers can be used, e.g., to: – output information about the running measurement– trigger special remot...
Page 184 - Afterwards the properties of the event trigger are defined.; Definition of the switching condition
18 Advanced functions18.6 Event triggers FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 184 Afterwards the properties of the event trigger are defined. Definition of the switching condition • Select the switching condition.• Press ENTER. Definition of the holding behavior • Select the type of the holdi...
Page 185 - Definition of the switching delay; Apparent switching delay; Hysteresis; Function
18 Advanced functions FLUXUS F72* 18.6 Event triggers 185 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 It is possible to define a hysteresis to avoid constant switching of the event trigger. The event trigger is activated when the measured values exceed the upper limit. It is deactivated when the measured values...
Page 187 - Event log; . The error message can be
18 Advanced functions FLUXUS F72* 18.7 Event log 187 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 18.7 Event log If an error occurs, an error message will be displayed in the first line indicating the symbol . The error message can be displayed. • Select the menu item Event log in the menu Storage . • Press ENTE...
Page 188 - Settings; Dialogs and menus; Pipe circumference
19 Settings19.1 Dialogs and menus FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 188 19 Settings 19.1 Dialogs and menus • Select the menu item Dialogs/Menus in the menu Miscellaneous . • Press ENTER. Pipe circumference • Press ENTER until the menu item Pipe circumference is displayed. • Select Yes if t...
Page 189 - Error delay; Display of the last value
19 Settings FLUXUS F72* 19.1 Dialogs and menus 189 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Error delay The error delay is the time after which an error value will be sent to an output if no valid measured values are available. • Press ENTER until the menu item Error delay is displayed. • Select Edit to ente...
Page 190 - Measurement modes
19 Settings19.2 Measurement modes FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 190 Toggle time If 1 meas. point (AB) or 2 meas. points (A|B) is selected for the configuration of the measuring point in the menu Parameters , the time interval can be defined, after which the transmitter toggles between ...
Page 192 - Adding or removing materials/fluids
19 Settings19.4 Units of measurement FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 192 19.4 Units of measurement It is possible to set the global units of measurement for length, temperature, pressure, sound speed, density and kinematic viscosity. • Select the menu item Units of measurement in the men...
Page 193 - Working with parameter records; Load of a parameter record
19 Settings FLUXUS F72* 19.6 Working with parameter records 193 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 19.6 Working with parameter records 19.6.1 Introduction Parameter records are data sets that contain all information necessary to perform a certain measurement task:• pipe parameters• transducer parameter...
Page 194 - Contrast settings; HotCodes; for several seconds to return to the beginning of the menu.; function
19 Settings19.7 Contrast settings FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 194 19.7 Contrast settings • Select the menu item System settings in the menu Miscellaneous . • Press ENTER.• Select the menu item Display contrast . • Press ENTER.The display contrast is adjusted with the following keys: ...
Page 195 - Language selection; Key lock; Definition of a key lock code; language
19 Settings FLUXUS F72* 19.9 Key lock 195 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Language selection The language selection can either be carried out via the menu Miscellaneous\System settings\Language or a HotCode: After the last digit has been entered, the main menu is displayed in the selected language. ...
Page 196 - Intervention in the measurement; If the key lock is activated, the message; Disabled functions with activated key lock; measurement not started
19 Settings19.9 Key lock FLUXUS F72* 2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 196 Intervention in the measurement If the key lock is activated, the message Key lock activated will be displayed for a few seconds when pressing a key. In order to interrupt a measurement, the key lock has to be deactivated.• Pre...
Page 197 - Calculation of the thermal energy rate; where; heating application; – supply temperature
20 Thermal energy rate measurement (option) FLUXUS F72* 20.1 Calculation of the thermal energy rate 197 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 20 Thermal energy rate measurement (option) If the transmitter has the optional thermal energy measurement and 2 temperature inputs, the thermal energy rate can be ...
Page 199 - Assignment of the temperature inputs; temperature input
20 Thermal energy rate measurement (option) FLUXUS F72* 20.4 Assignment of the temperature inputs 199 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 20.4 Assignment of the temperature inputs The supply and return temperature are assigned as Supply temperature and Return temperature respectively in the transmitter....
Page 204 - Measurement start
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 204 Annex A Menu structure FLUXUS F72* Measurement start Installation Start measurement Main menu Fluid temp. [1] Sound path Transducer distance Signal test Transducer distance Measurement Show measurement Stop measurement Main menu Read-only mode No Yes Legend [1] on...
Page 205 - Output configuration
205 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* A Menu structure Output configuration Outputs → Current → Voltage → Digital output Current output modes [3] Active Passive Enable ... No Yes Source item [1] Sound speed Flow quantities Totalizers Fluid properties Diagnostic values Miscellaneous E...
Page 211 - Thermal energy rate measurement
211 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* A Menu structure Thermal energy rate measurement Parameters Inputs ... Temperature Physical quantity Yes → Thermal energy rate Pt100/Pt1000 Application Offset [3] Trigger value Cooling Heating Yes Transducer location Function Supply line Return l...
Page 212 - Results – overview; Trigger
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 212 Annex A Menu structure FLUXUS F72* Results – overview Trigger Input quantities Physical quantities Inputs Parameters → Temperature → Current → Flow quantities → Sound speed → Totalizers → Fluid properties → Diagnostic values Condition Event trigger R1 R2 R3 R4 → S...
Page 213 - Definition of event triggers
213 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* A Menu structure Definition of event triggers Functions Event trigger Select Rx Enable Rx No Yes Source item Sound speed Flow quantities Totalizers Fluid properties Diagnostic values Miscellaneous Function → MAX (x>limit) → MIN (x<limit) → ...
Page 215 - Event-based storing of measured values
215 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* A Menu structure Event-based storing of measured values Trigger Inputs Functions Condition Event trigger Temperature Current Enable Enable Select Rx Pt100/Pt1000 Source item Enable Rx Source item Condition Trigger value Function Yes → MAX (x>l...
Page 216 - Calculation channels
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 216 Annex A Menu structure FLUXUS F72* Calculation channels This function is only available in SuperUser or SuperUser ext. mode. Parameters Channel-based param. Channel x [1] Channel x [2] Measuring point no. Calculation Transducer selection Calculation type Pipe para...
Page 217 - Example 1
217 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* A Menu structure Example 1 The diagnostic values are to be checked.If the SCNR is < 20 dB, a snap has to be triggered.trigger:condition:action: SCNR ˂ 20 dBR1 with SCNR < 20 dBtrigger a snap Functions Storage Event trigger Snap Select R1 Co...
Page 218 - Example 2
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 218 Annex A Menu structure FLUXUS F72* Example 2 The storage rate of all measured and diagnostic values of a certain temperature range is to be changed.The normal storage rate of all measured and diagnostic values is 1 h. If the temperature is outside the defined rang...
Page 219 - Example 3
219 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* A Menu structure Example 3 The flow velocity is measured.If the flow velocity is ≤ 5 m/s, the transmitter measures in the TransitTime mode. As long as the flow velocity is > 5 m/s, the transmitter has to measure in the FastFood mode.trigger:co...
Page 220 - Units of measurement
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 220 Annex B Units of measurement FLUXUS F72* B Units of measurement Length/roughness Temperature Pressure Density Sound speed Kinematic viscosity Flow velocity unit of measurement description mm millimeter in inch unit of measurement description °C degree Celsius °F d...
Page 221 - Volumetric flow rate; unit of measurement
221 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* B Units of measurement Volumetric flow rate unit of measurement description default volume (totalized) (1) m3/d cubic meter per day m3 m3/h cubic meter per hour m3 m3/min cubic meter per minute m3 m3/s cubic meter per second m3 km3/h cubic kilome...
Page 222 - Thermal energy rate
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 222 Annex B Units of measurement FLUXUS F72* Thermal energy rate MMCFD million cubic feet per day MMCF MMCFH million cubic feet per hour MMCF Igpd (Imp-gal/d) gallon per day Igal Igph (Imp-gal/h) gallon per hour Igal Igpm (Imp-gal/m) gallon per minute Igal Igps (Imp-g...
Page 223 - Mass flow rate
223 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* B Units of measurement Mass flow rate unit of measurement description mass (totalized) t/h ton per hour t t/d ton per day t kg/h kilogram per hour kg kg/min kilogram per minute kg kg/s kilogram per second kg g/s gram per second g lb/d pound per d...
Page 224 - Reference; Sound speed of selected pipe and lining materials at 20 °C; shows the type; explanation
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 224 Annex C Reference FLUXUS F72* C Reference The following tables provide assistance for the user. The accuracy of the data depends on the composition, temperature and processing of the material. FLEXIM does not assume liability for any inaccuracies. C.1 Sound speed ...
Page 225 - Typical roughness values of pipes; The values are based on experience and measurements.; material
225 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* C Reference C.2 Typical roughness values of pipes The values are based on experience and measurements. material absolute roughness [mm] drawn pipes of non-ferrous metal, glass, plastics and light metal 0…0.0015 drawn steel pipes 0.01…0.05 fine-pl...
Page 226 - Typical properties of selected fluids at 20 °C; Mixtures with non-changing composition
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 226 Annex C Reference FLUXUS F72* C.3 Typical properties of selected fluids at 20 °C C.3.1 Mixtures with non-changing composition fluid explanation sound speed [m/s] density [kg/m 3 ] kinematic viscosity [mm 2 /s] valid range of fluid data [°C] WMM (1) Water liquid wa...
Page 227 - Mixtures with changing composition
227 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* C Reference C.3.2 Mixtures with changing composition fluid explanation parametri- zation (1) sound speed [m/s] density [kg/m 3 ] kinematic viscosity [mm 2 /s] valid range of fluid data WMM (2) Glycol/H2O ethylene glycol proportion of glycol 1482....
Page 228 - Properties of water at 1 bar and at saturation pressure; fluid temperature
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 228 Annex C Reference FLUXUS F72* C.4 Properties of water at 1 bar and at saturation pressure fluid temperature [°C] fluid pressure [bar] sound speed [m/s] density [kg/m³] specific heat capacity (1) [kJ/kg/K -1 ] 0.1 1.013 1402.9 999.8 4.219 10 1.013 1447.3 999.7 4.19...
Page 229 - Legal information – open source licenses; not been incorporated into the original work.
229 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* D Legal information – open source licenses D Legal information – open source licenses The software of this product contains the following open-source software which is subject to the Apache license version 2.0 dated January 2004: 1. uC-TCP-IP htt...
Page 231 - in Source or Object form.
231 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* D Legal information – open source licenses TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE, REPRODUCTION, AND DISTRIBUTION1. Definitions. "License" shall mean the terms and conditions for use, reproduction, and distribution as defined by Sections 1 through ...
Page 232 - stated in this License.
2024-03-01, UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN 232 Annex D Legal information – open source licenses FLUXUS F72* (d) If the Work includes a "NOTICE" text file as part of its distribution, then any Derivative Works that You distribute must include a readable copy of the attribution notices contained within s...
Page 233 - Conformity declarations
233 UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2EN, 2024-03-01 Annex FLUXUS F72* E Conformity declarations E Conformity declarations For EU declaration of conformity according to ATEX directive, see document SIFLUXUS.For the UK declaration of conformity according to the legal UK regulations, see document SI_UKx78xx.
Page 238 - Operating Instruction; For more information:
Operating Instruction UMFLUXUS_F72xV2-2-0-0EN AN 26731 2024-03-01 For more information: Emerson.com © 2024 Emerson. All rights reserved.Emerson Terms and Conditions of Sale are available upon request. The Emerson logo is a trademark and service mark of Emerson Electric Co. Flexim is a mark of one of...