Gas Turbine Flow Meter

User Manual

(Version 21)
1. Overview......................................................................................................................1
2. Features....................................................................................................................... 1
3. Technical Data............................................................................................................. 3
3.1 Operating Environment.......................................................................................3
3.2 Nominal Diameter...............................................................................................3
3.3 Pressure...............................................................................................................3
3.4 Measuring Range Ratio.......................................................................................4
3.5 Accuracy.............................................................................................................. 4
3.6 Repeatability....................................................................................................... 4
3.7 Explosion-proof Grade........................................................................................ 4
3.8 Shell Material...................................................................................................... 4
3.9 Electrical Performance Indicators.......................................................................4
4. Introduction.................................................................................................................7
4.1 Working Principle................................................................................................ 7
4.2 Working Principle Diagram................................................................................. 7
4.3 Structure Drawing............................................................................................... 8
4.4 Dimension........................................................................................................... 8
4.5 Selection of Flow Meter......................................................................................9
5.Installation..................................................................................................................11
5.1 Straight Pipe Requirements:............................................................................. 12
5.2 Pipeline Requirements:.....................................................................................12
5.3 Bypass Pipe Requirements:...............................................................................12
5.4 Environment Requirements:.............................................................................12
5.5 Impurities in the Medium:................................................................................12
5.6 Installation Place:.............................................................................................. 12
5.7 Installation and Welding Requirements:.......................................................... 12
5.8 Grounding:........................................................................................................ 12
 5.9 Explosion Proof Requirements:........................................................................ 13
5.10 Installation Diagram:.......................................................................................13
6. Flow Meter Display/Parameters Setting...................................................................13
6.1 Working Condition............................................................................................ 13
6.2 Function Description of Keys............................................................................ 14
7. Terminal Structure & Connection Instruction of Flow meter.................................. 15
7.1 Connection........................................................................................................ 15
7.2 External Terminal Definition............................................................................. 15
7.3 Output Wiring Instructions...............................................................................16
8. Application Note....................................................................................................... 18
9. Notification for Explosion-proof Products................................................................19
9.1 Intrinsically Safe Flow Meter Should Follow the Following Items................... 19
9.2 Explosion-proof Flow Meters Should Follow the Following Items:.............. 20
10. Maintenance and Troubleshooting.........................................................................20
11. Transportation and Storage.................................................................................... 22
11.1 The Flow Meter Should be Well Packed.........................................................22
11.2 The Storage Location Should Meet the Following Conditions.......................22
12. Unpacking and Inspection...................................................................................... 22
12.1 Check the Integrity of The External Packaging When Unpacking..................22
12.2 Accessories......................................................................................................22
13.Communication Protocol(RTU) (V1.0)..................................................................... 22
13.1 Data Format Description.................................................................................22
13.2 Command Description.................................................................................... 23
1. Overview
The gas turbine flow meter is a precision measuring instrument used for gas flow
measurement.It has small pressure loss, high accuracy, and low dynamic flow, great
anti-vibration and anti-pulsation performance, wide range ratio, excellent low and
high-pressure measurement performance, multiple signal output methods and low
sensitivity to fluid disturbances.

Gas turbine flow meter take into account the compressibility of gases, and the
correlation between volume, temperature and pressure of the medium. To convert
Process Work Condition medium to Standard Condition, temperature and pressure
sensors are added to track temperature and pressure changes of the measuring
medium.
Gas turbine flowmeters are widely used in gas metering and gas pressure regulating
stations for petroleum gas, chemical gas, electric power and industrial boilers, as
well as gas transmission and distribution pipeline networks, urban natural gas
metering. It is the preferred instrument for trade settlements.

2. Features
●2.1 Advanced rectification technology assures the reliability of metering accuracy
under unsatisfactory installation conditions such as short front and rear straight pipe
sections, vibrations, or large variations of flow rate;

● 2.2 The advanced dust-proof structure effectively prevent the rapid wear and
stuck of bearing caused by the impurities in the medium;

● 2.3 Oxidized high-strength aluminum alloy turbine and impeller are

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corrosion-resistant, and anti-aging, they offer long service life, high accuracy, and
good repeatability;

● 2.4 German-made high-precision, dust-proof, stainless steel special bearings for

flow meters, with good stability, high accuracy, good sensitivity, long service life and
wide range;

●2.5 Built-In temperature and pressure sensors can measure temperature, pressure
and flow rate of gases. The sensors are used to do compensation for temperature
and pressure change automatically. Instantaneous flow and accumulated flow are
displayed in normal condition units.

● 2.6 The intrinsically safe and flameproof circuit design is suitable for different
explosion-proof requirements;

●2.7 Advanced dual-power supply, micro-power consumption technology. One set

of two lithium batteries are expected to operate 3+ years, external power supply
optional. Gas turbine flow meter also has battery under-voltage, or valve closing
alarm output function, it is suitable for usage with an IC card management system.

● 2.8 Diversified output signal, (4 ～ 20) mA standard analog signal, working

condition pulse signal, IC card standard volume signal and 485 communication
available.

●2.9 According to user needs, the GPRS network function can be provided to realize
low-cost, long-distance wireless data real-time transmission; IoT interface function is
reserved to realize the IoT function.

●2.10 Internal battery low-voltage alarm reminds users to replace batteries in time;

●2.11 Intelligent flow Totalizer can rotate 350° counterclockwise, convenient for
data reading in different directions.

●2.12 Time display and real-time data storage ensure that the internal data will not
be lost and can be stored permanently.

● 2.13 Large-screen LCD, displaying rich and clear contents; The LCD screen of the
Totalizer can withstand a high temperature of 80℃.

●2.14 Flow upper limit and pressure upper alarm error display and record feature,
allow users to analyze flow patterns.
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● 2.15 Working modes can be switched automatically, battery-powered, two-wire
system, and three-wire system.

●2.16 When the system module fails, it will display the fault content and initiate the
corresponding mechanism.

● 2.17 Diversified pressure ports, supports digital pressure sensor and pressure
sensor; PT100 or PT1000 temperature sensors are supported.

●2.18 Automatically run diagnosis upon pressure/temperature sensor failure. In the

presence of sensor failure, Totalizer will use preset pressure and temperature value
for smart compensation.

● 2.19 Unique reverse thrust structure design reduces and balances the bearing
force, ensuring a reliable long-term use of the bearing.

● 2.20 The unique pressure balance design of the sealed chamber can effectively
reduce wearing or stuck of the bearing caused by dust or impurities.

3. Technical Data
3.1 Operating Environment

Flameproof : -20℃~+60℃ Intrinsic safety :

Ambient Temperature
-30℃~+50℃
Medium Temperature -30℃~+80℃
Relative Humidity 5%~95%

Atmospheric Pressure 50kPa~110kPa

3.2 Nominal Diameter

DN25~DN400, larger diameter gas turbine flow meter can be manufactured upon
request.

3.3 Pressure
(0.5~4.0) MPa, higher pressure versions gas turbine flow meter can be manufactured
upon request.

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3.4 Measuring Range Ratio
Under standard environmental conditions (P=101.325kPa, T=293.15K), the range can
reach 40:1 or wider.
(*Note: For some smaller diameter turbine flow meters, the ratio will be reduced).

3.5 Accuracy

±1.0% (0.2Qmax～Qmax±1.0%; Qmin~0.2Qmax ±2.0%)

±1.5% (0.2Qmax～Qmax±1.5%; Qmin~0.2Qmax ±3.0%)

(*Note: Qmin is the minimum flow rate that can be measured within the flow rate
range, and Qmax is the maximum flow rate that can be measured within the flow
rate range.
Special order meters are delivered according to 1.5 grades, and the other accuracy
grades need to be specified when ordering)

3.6 Repeatability
Better than ±0.2%.

3.7 Explosion-proof Grade

ExiaIIB T4 Ga, ExdIIB T4 Gb, Protection grade: IP65.

3.8 Shell Material

Aluminum alloy, Stainless steel.

3.9 Electrical Performance Indicators

3.9.1 Power Supply

1) External power supply: 12~24VDC±15%, ripple current <5%, suitable for 4~20mA
output, pulse output, alarm output, RS485, etc.
2) Internal power supply: 1 set of two 3.6V lithium batteries, when the voltage is
lower than 3.0V, an under-voltage indication will appear.

3.9.2 Power Consumption:

1) External power supply: <2W.
2) Internal power supply: average power consumption ≤1mW, a set of two lithium
batteries can be used continuously for more than 3 years, and power consumption
≤0.3mW when in the sleep state.

3.9.3 Pulse Output Type:

1)Working condition pulse signal (FOUT), directly amplify and output the working
condition pulse signal detected by the flow sensor through optocoupler isolation,
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high-level ≥ 20V, low-level ≤ 1V.
2)Equivalent pulse signal (H/L), amplified and output by optocoupler isolation, high
-level amplitude ≥20V, low-level amplitude ≤1V, unit pulse represents the volume of
standard conditions. The settable range: 0.01 m3, 0.1 m3, 1m3, 10m3; upper and
lower limit alarm signal (H/L): photoelectric isolation, high and low-level alarm,
working voltage 12V~24V, maximum load current 50mA.

3.9.4 RS485 Communication(Optical isolation), The Following Functions Can be

Achieved:
Using RS485 interface, it can be directly connected to the host computer or
secondary meter, and can remotely transmit the medium’s temperature, pressure,
instantaneous flow rate, total standard volume and meter’s real-time data.

3.9.5 4～20mA Standard Current Signal (Optical Isolation)

It is proportional to the standard volume flow rate, 4mA corresponds to 0 m3/h, 20
mA corresponds to the maximum standard volume flow rate (this value can be set in
the first level menu), system: two-wire or three-wire system, the flow meter can
recognize and outputs correctly based on the inserted current module automatically.

3.9.6 Control Signal Output:

1) IC card standard volume signal (IC_out): output in pulse signal, the pulse width is
50ms, 100ms, 500ms, the pulse amplitude is about 3V, normal level can be set,
transmission distance ≤50m, each pulse represents 0.01m3, 0.1m3, 1m3, 10m3,
suitable for use with IC card system.
2) Battery voltage output (BC terminal, first-level battery low voltage alarm): open
collector output, amplitude ≥2.8V, load resistance ≥100kΩ.
3) Battery under-voltage alarm output (BL terminal, secondary battery low voltage
alarm): open collector output, amplitude ≥2.8V, load resistance ≥100kΩ.

3.9.7 Typical Error Curve of Flow Meter (See Below Figure)

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3.9.8 Flow Range

Flow Flow Startup Maxi.

Diameter Shell Weight
Model Specifi Range Flow Rate Pressure
(mm/inch) Material (kg)
Cation (m³/h) (m³/h) Loss (kPa)
DN25(1″) 25(A) G50 5-50 ≤1 1 7
DN40(1½″) 40(A) G60 6-60 ≤1 1 8
50(A) G40 6.5-65 ≤1.3 0.9
50(B) G65 8-100 ≤1.6 0.8
50(2″) 8.5
50(C) G100 10-160 ≤2.4 2.0
80(A) G100 8-160 ≤2.4 1.0 Standard:Al
80(B) G160 13-250 ≤3.0 1.6 uminum
80(3″) 9.5
80(C) G250 20-400 ≤5.0 2.0 Alloy
100(A) G160 13-250 ≤3.3 1.0 (Press≤1.6
Mpa)
100(B) G250 20-400 ≤4.2 1.6 Optional:
100(4″) 15
100(C) G400 32-650 ≤6.7 1.8 SS304
150(A) G400 32-650 ≤7.8 1.6
150(B) G650 50-1000 ≤10 2.0
150(6″) 27
150(C) G1000 80-1600 ≤12 2.3
200(A) G650 50-1000 ≤13 1.6
200(B) G1000 80-1600 ≤16 2.0
200(8″) 45
200(C) G1600 130-2500 ≤20 2.2
250(A) G1000 80-1600 ≤20 1.2
250(B) G1600 130-2500 ≤22 2.0
250(10″) 128
250(C) G2500 200-4000 ≤25 2.3
300(A) G1600 130-2500 ≤22 1.6
300(B) G2500 200-4000 ≤25 2.0
300(12″) SS304 265
300(C) G4000 320-6500 ≤35 2.3
400(A) G1600 300-2500 ≤25 1.8
400(B) G2500 500-4000 ≤35 2.0
400(16″) 380
400(C) G4000 600-8000 ≤40 2.3

1. Accuracy: ±1.5% (standard), ±1.0% (optional)

2. “Max. pressure loss” is the measured pressure loss value when medium is air and
at Max. flow under the standard state.
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3. Shell pressure grade: 1.6MPa, 2.5MPa and 4.0MPa.
4. Weight is the reference data under pressure of 1.6MPa.
5. Above is uncorrected flow range at the condition of air under normal temperature
& pressure.
6. If any special requirement, please specify when ordering.

4. Introduction
4.1 Working Principle
When the gas through the flow meter, it is rectified and accelerated as it passes
through the integrated two-stage rectifier, then it acts on the turbine blades at a
certain angle to the flow direction. Under the momentum of the gas, because the
turbine blades are at a certain angle with the flow direction of the gas, the turbine
generates a rotational torque at this time, the turbine begins to rotate after it
overcomes the resistance torque and the friction torque.
When the torques are balanced, the rotation speed is constant, and the turbine
rotation angular velocity has a linear relationship with the flow rate. Using the
principle of electromagnetic induction, a rotating turbine drives the top magnetizer
of the signal generator to periodically change the magnetic resistance, so that the
magnetic field also changes accordingly, thereby inducing a pulse signal proportional
to the fluid volume flow.
The signal is amplified by the preamplifier, and after shaping, the pressure and
temperature signals detected by the pressure sensor and the temperature sensor
are input to the flow totalizer for calculation processing and converted into a flow
value, which directly displays the standard instantaneous volume flow and volume
total flow.

4.2 Working Principle Diagram

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4.3 Structure Drawing

1.Flow totalizer 7.Rectifier

2.Shell 8.High-strength antioxidation turbine
3.Cable entry 9.Temperature and flow sensor
4.Pressure port 10.Signal wheel
5.Fuel pump 11.High-precision imported dustproof
6.Pressure sensor bearings

4.4 Dimension

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Nominal Dia. L D K N-∅h H W Notes

DN25(1″) 200 115 85 4-φ14 335 200

DN40(1½″) 200 150 110 4-φ18 365 230
DN50(2″) 150 165 125 4-φ18 375 275
DN80(3″) 240 200 160 8-φ18 409 280
DN100(4″) 300 220 180 8-φ18 430 285
DN150(6″) 450 285 240 8-φ22 495 370 1.DIN PN16
2.Pressure: 1.6MPa
DN200(8″) 600 340 295 12-φ22 559 390
3.Unit: mm
DN250(10″) 750 405 355 12-φ26 629 480
DN300(12″) 900 460 410 12-φ26 680 535
DN400(16″) 1200 580 525 16-φ30 793 665

(Note: Above size is standard,if non-standard size be inquired,please contact us)

4.5 Selection of Flow Meter

Gas turbine flow meter integrates flow sensor, temperature sensor, pressure sensor
and intelligent flow totalizer to realize the temperature and pressure compensation
and compression factor correction of the flow, directly display the volume flow
under the standard state. According to the gas equation of formula (1) to calculate
and compensation. The gas equation is as follows (circuit):

In Formula:
Qn: Corrected volume flow (m3/h)
Qg: Uncorrected volume flow (m3/h)
Pa: Local atmospheric pressure (kPa)
Pg: Gauge pressure at the pressure detection point of the flowmeter (kPa)
Pn: Standard atmospheric pressure (101.325kPa)
Tn: Absolute temperature under standard state 293.15K (20℃)
Tg: The absolute temperature of the medium (273.15K+T)
T: Celsius temperature of the measured medium (℃)
Zn: Media compressibility under standard conditions
Zg: Media compression factor under working conditions

(*Note: For natural gas Zn/Zg=(FZ)2, FZ is the super compressibility factor, calculated
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according to the formula in China National Petroleum Corporation ’ s standard
SY/T6143-1996) (circuit)

How to Choose the Size of Flow Meter?

The user should estimate the maximum and minimum volumetric flow of the
pipeline according to the gas volume of the pipeline and the possible temperature
and pressure range of the medium, then select the flow meter specifications
correctly. When two sizes of flow meters can both cover the minimum and
maximum volumetric flow rate, the smaller size flow meter should be selected when
the pressure loss allows.
Formula as follows:

In Formula:
Tg, Pg, Pa same as above
Qg is working condition volumetric flow
Qn is the standard volumetric flow

Example of How to Choose the Size of Flow Meter

One pipeline actual working pressure range is gauge pressure (1.0 ～ 1.2) MPa, the
medium temperature is (-10 ～ +40) ℃ , max standard flow is 10000m3/h, min
standard flow is 3500 m3/h. Natural gas actual relative density is Gr=0.519,N2
Moles is Mn=1.6%, CO2 Moles is MC=0.8%
When atmospheric pressure is 101.325kPa, which size of flow meter should choose?
According to the above information:
When the lowest pressure and highest temperature, according to formula
SY/T6143-1996,
We can get that Zn/Zg=1.0127, and max volumetric flow:

=10000÷{[(1000+101.3)/101.325] ×[293.15/(273.15+40)] ×1.0127}

=970.5（m3/h）

The same we can get the min volumetric flow is 236 m3/h
Thus we need to choose DN150mm gas turbine flow meter.

Gas Turbine Flow Meter Pressure Loss

The pressure loss of the gas turbine flow meter is related to the drive of the turbine
flow meter, the friction inside the pipeline, and the direction & speed of the fluid.
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The pressure loss of the turbine flow meter in the working state is obtained by the
following formula:

In Formula:
ρn:Density of gas in standard state
△Pmax:Max. pressure lose in standard state(medium is dry air)
(20℃,101.325kPa, ρ=1.205kg/m3)
Pa:Local atmospheric pressure(kPa)
Pg:Medium meter pressure(kPa)
Pn:Standard atmospheric pressure(kPa)
Tn:Absolute temperature under standard condition(273.15+20℃)
Tg:Absolute temperature under working condition(273.15+T)
T:Tested medium temperature(℃)
Zn:Gas compressibility under standard conditions
Zg:Gas compressibility under working conditions
Q:flow under working condition(m3/h)
Qmax:Max flow under working condition(m3/h)

Gas Density Under Standard Condition:

Gas Density(kg/m3) Gas Density(kg/m3)

Natural Gas(H4) 0.828 Carbon monoxide(CO) 1.250
Ammonia(NH2) 0.771 Methane(CH4) 0.720
Argon(Ar) 1.780 Propane(C3H8) 2.010
Butane(C4H10) 2.700 Pentane(C5H12) 3.460
Ethane(C2H6) 1.360 Nitrogen(N2) 1.250
Ethylene(C2H4) 1.260 Hydrogen(H2) 0.090
Carbon Dioxide(CO2) 1.980 Air(N2+O2) 1.290

5.Installation
For high accuracy measuning, gas turbine flow meter should be installed correctly.
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5.1 Straight Pipe Requirements:
1)Flow meter should be installed on the pipe horizontally(The inclination is within 5°).
The axis of the flow meter should be concentric with the axis of the pipeline during
installation, and the flow direction should be same as flow meter's
measuredirection.
2)There should have straight pipe not less than 2D upstream of the flow meter. If it's
possible, it is recommended that the upstream straight pipe section be 20D and the
downstream be 5D.

5.2 Pipeline Requirements:

Pipeline inner diameter should be same as flow meter’s inner diameter.(Both
upstream and downstream)

5.3 Bypass Pipe Requirements:

To make sure it would not affect the medium’s using while maintain the flow meter,
we should install shut off valve before and behind the pipe.

5.4 Environment Requirements:

Flow meter is better to be installed indoor. While install outdoor, please take sun
protection, rain protection measures so as not to affect the service life.

5.5 Impurities in the Medium:

To ensure a long service life, filter is required to protect the flow meter's normal
working.

5.6 Installation Place:

Flow meter should be installed in a place that is convenient for maintenance and
free from strong electromagnetic interference and heat radiation.

5.7 Installation and Welding Requirements:

1)User should match a pair of flanges to install flow meter, don’t welding the flow
meter on pipe directly.
2)Before installation, the welding slag and other dirt in the pipeline should be
cleaned.
Notice: The gasket between the flanges cannot be recessed into the pipe.

5.8 Grounding:
Flow meter should be grounded reliably, and it can not share ground wire with any
strong other current system.

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5.9 Explosion Proof Requirements:
To ensure safety, please check whether the working environment of the
explosion-proof flow meter conforms to the user's explosion-proof requirements
and regulations. Please strictly abide by the national explosion-proof product
requirements during installation and using. User is not allowed to change the
connection method of the explosion-proof system and is not allowed to open the
front and back cover, pressure port and other components of the flow meter when
flow meter is working.

5.10 Installation Diagram:

6. Flow Meter Display/Parameters Setting

6.1 Working Condition
Flow meter will perform a self-check when it is powered on. If the self-check is
abnormal, the self-check error menu will be displayed (refer to the self-check menu
for the description), and it will jump to the main interface after about 1 to 2 seconds.
Otherwise, it will directly jump to the main menu.

Main interface
①: Total Flow
②: Working Condition
③: Standard Condition
④: Pressure
⑤: Temperature

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1) “OK”: The running status of the flow meter. If it displays “OK”, it means the flow
meter is working well. if it display“ERR”, please check the self check menu for more
information.
2) “OV”: The operating parameter of the instrument overflows. If the operating
parameter of the instrument overflows, it will display “OV”. If it is normal, it will
display empty (overflow includes the parameter that cannot be negative is negative,
and the value that cannot be zero is zero, and the data exceeds the display range);
3) “mA: The indicator of the current output overflow of the instrument, if the
current overflows, it will display “mA”, if it is normal it will be empty;
4) “II” and “III”: Operating power supply mode display. If it is in battery mode, the
current battery level will be displayed. When the two-wire current output is
connected, the number sign “II” will be displayed. If it is three-wire system, the
number sign “III” will be displayed.
5) “IR”:Remote control button prompt, when this symbol appears, it indicates that
the remote control button is available.
6) Wireless communication, prompting the communication signal strength;
7) Total amount: cumulative flow, the display value can retain 5 decimal places, the
maximum value is 999999999; the unit is m3, Nm3 is optional.
8) Flow rate under working conditions: the minimum display value is 3 decimal
places, and the maximum value is 99999m3/h.
9) Flow rate under standard conditions: the minimum displayed value is 3 decimal
places, and the maximum value is 99999Nm3/h.
10) Pressure: The minimum display value is 3 decimal places, the maximum value is
99999, and the unit Kpa and Mpa are optional.
11) Temperature: display value range is -50℃~+300℃;
12) Operation power supply mode display, and displays battery power.
Warning: Don’t open the cover when there is explosive gas on site!

6.2 Function Description of Keys

The flow meter is used to set the parameters by pressing the buttons. Generally,
some parameters need to be set manually by pressing the buttons during use. The
flow meter has four buttons, from left to right, there are four buttons: SET, SHT, INC
and RST. The description of the buttons is as follows:

Button Name Function

Enter parameter setting.
Switch to display each parameter item.
Set Key
SET Confirm and save new parameters after modifying and setting
the parameter.
SHT Shift Make the parameters flicker in turn
INC Key
Plus To cause a bit of parameter to flicker from 0 to 9.
Key
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 Exit the parameter setting interface and enter the flow display
RST Exit Key
interface

7. Terminal Structure & Connection Instruction of Flow

meter
7.1 Connection

1)The flow meter can receive processed signals and can supply power to the signal
processing board. The wiring is as followings:
VCC: supply power 3V
PIN: frequency In
GND: ground

2)Magnetic Attack Interface:

MS: magnetic attack input
GND: ground

3)Pressure Sensor:
IP+,pressure sensor power supply +
VP+,pressure sensor signal +
VP-,pressure sensor signal -
IP-,pressure sensor power supply -

4)Temperature Sensor(PT100 or PT1000):

T1: PT100(1)
T2: PT100(2)

7.2 External Terminal Definition

1) J17 Terminal Definition

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
+24V 0V I+ I- FOUT DOUT / A B
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 +24V: Power supply DC24V+ FOUT: Pulse output
0V: Power supply 0V DOUT: Equivalency output
I+: Current output A: RS-485 A
I-: Current output B: RS-485 B

2) J18 Terminal Definition

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
+24V 0V I+ I- FOUT DOUT / A

A1: Reserved RS485 B1: Reserved RS485

IC: IC card controller pulse (amplitude 3VDC)
BC: First level low power alarm, used for IC valve control
BL: Second order to low power alarm, used for IC valve control.
GND: IC card controller pulse Output -
GND: GND Output(Controllable)
VCC: +3VDC Output(Controllable)

7.3 Output Wiring Instructions

1) Two-wire current connection:

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2) Three-wire system current connection method:

3) Three-wire pulse connection:

4)Three-wire equivalent connection:

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5) RS485 Communication connection:

8. Application Note
8.1 The selection should be within the specified flow range to prevent long-term
overload operation to ensure the desired accuracy and normal service life.

8.2 When the flow meter is installed and put into operation, the front valve should
be opened slowly, and then the rear valve should be opened to prevent
instantaneous airflow from damaging the turbine.

8.3 Lubricating oil should be operated in accordance with the refueling sign. The
number of refueling depends on the cleanliness of the temperament, usually every 2
to 3 months.

8.4 Prevent the turbine from over-speeding due to pressure test, purging pipes or
exhaust, and the turbine running in reverse flow may damage the flow meter.

8.5 It is not allowed to open the front cover at will when the flow meter is running
(there is a circuit board in the cover, and an accidental short circuit will cause electric
sparks. When there is flammable and explosive gas at the scene, it will cause serious
accidents), and change the operating parameters (changing the parameters will
affect The normal operation of the flow meter).(Circuit)

8.6 Install gaskets carefully to ensure that no protrusions enter the pipeline to
prevent interference with normal flow measurement.

8.7 When the flow meter is calibrated, the pressure should be collected on the
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pressure port of the flow meter. After the calibration is completed, the pressure port
bolt should be tightened in time to prevent air leakage during use.

8.8 The upper limit pressure should be correctly selected according to the actual
working pressure. The working pressure range of the corrector is required to be 20%
Pmax ~ Pmax. Too small a pressure will affect the measurement accuracy, and if the
upper limit pressure is too large, the pressure sensor will be damaged.(Circuit)

8.9 When the electronic volume corrector is in operation, it is not allowed to open
the back cover or change the internal related parameters, otherwise it will affect its
operation.(Circuit)

8.10 If the volume corrector outputs a 4-20mA current signal, in order to improve its
accuracy, the user should set the value corresponding to 20mA according to the
actual maximum value. (Circuit)

9. Notification for Explosion-proof Products

9.1 Intrinsically Safe Flow Meter Should Follow the Following Items

1) The ambient temperature of the product is: -30 ℃ ~ + 50℃.

2) The battery must be replaced in a safe place.
3) There is no harmful gas corrosive to aluminum alloy at the installation site.
The product shell is equipped with a grounding terminal, and the meter should be
reliably grounded when using it .
4) The user shall not replace the parts of the product by himself, and shall work with
the company to solve the faults in operation to prevent damage .
5) The safety barrier must be installed in a safe place, and its installation, use and
maintenance must comply with the safety barrier instruction manual.
6) When installed and used on site, it must be connected with a safety barrier
approved by the explosion-proof inspection agency to form an intrinsically safe
explosion-proof system; if it is to be connected with other types of safety barriers, it
must be approved by the explosion-proof inspection agency.
7) The connecting cable between the corrector and the safety barrier (the cable
must have an insulating sheath), the cross-sectional area of the core wire is
≥0.5mm2, the cable wiring should eliminate the influence of electromagnetic
interference as much as possible, and the cable distribution parameters should be
controlled within 0.04uF/1mH.
8) When installing, using and maintaining this product, the user must abide by the
instruction manual and relevant security regulations of electrical equipment in
explosive environment.
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9) During normal working, maintenance and cleaning of the instrument, avoid the
ignition hazard caused by electrostatic charge. Do not touch or wipe the equipment
when used in an explosive environment. If you must wipe or touch, it should be
carried out in a well-ventilated place without gas leakage. Wipe the case with a
damp cloth that has been wrung out to avoid sparks caused by static friction.

9.2 Explosion-proof Flow Meters Should Follow the Following Items:

1) Ambient temperature:-20℃～+60℃.
2) Please contact manufacturer for repairs involving flameproof joints.
3) Measures should be taken to avoid the risk of ignition caused by electrostatic
charges on exposed non-metallic parts of the product.
4) There is no harmful gas corrosive to aluminum alloy at the installation site.
5) The shell grounding wire should be reliably grounded.
6) Strictly abide by “It is strictly forbidden to open the cover when power is on”
when using and maintaining on site.
7) The user shall not replace the parts of the product by himself.
8) When installing, the cable entry must be equipped with a cable entry device that
has been approved by the explosion-proof inspection and has a thread specification
of M16X1.5, the corresponding explosion-proof grade, and the temperature
resistance is not less than 90°C and is compatible with the product.
9) When installing, using and maintaining the product, the user must strictly abide
by the product instruction manual.

10. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Fault Description Causes Solution

1.No flow rate or flow rate is
lower than starting flow rate
After power on no 2.Checking the power supply 1.Increase flow rate
output signal and whether the output 2.Correct wiring
wiring is normal
Poor grounding of the flow
meter or other electrical 1.Correct grounding wiring,
Display instantaneous interference preclude interference
flow under no flow Unstable power supply, poor 2.Maintenance/replace
in pipe filtering or other electrical power, preclude interference
interference

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 Flow rate is lower than the
starting flow
Impurities in the pipeline
jam the impeller
3.Pressure difference
Replace instrument or use
between the two ends of the
No display when gas smaller size
instrument is too large to
flows through the Clean Impurities
cause shock
flow meter Return to factory
4.The over-range causes the
over-speed to damage the
bearing

Reinstall the impeller or

The impeller speed of the remove dirt
flow meter is unstable and Checking grounding wiring
the flow is unstable and make it correct 3.Repair
Poor grounding 3.Unstable and replace the power
power supply 4.There are supply, eliminate
impurities in the shell interference
The flow is below the low 4.Remove dirt 5.Increase
Instantaneous flow
limit flow rate
rate is unstable
The gasket extends into Replace or correct sealing
the pipe to cause gasket
interference 7.Unsteady flow Measuring again after flow
rate rate is stable

1.Enter new K factor

1.Wrong K factor
2.Adjust the pipeline flow
2.The user's normal flow is
Cumulative does not rate to make it normal or
lower or higher than the
match the actual flow select appropriate
normal flow range of the
specifications
selected flow meter
3.Calibrate again

Abnormal Display Key issue Replace Key

Converter crash after The power-on reset circuit is

Reinstall the battery (need to
replacing a new abnormal or the oscillation
discharge after 5 seconds)
battery circuit does not vibrate

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11. Transportation and Storage

11.1 The Flow Meter Should be Well Packed

(the medium and small diameters should be packed in a carton with foam for
anti-vibration). It is not allowed to move freely in the box. When moving, handle it
with care and do not allow rough handling.

11.2 The Storage Location Should Meet the Following Conditions

12. Unpacking and Inspection

12.1 Check the Integrity of The External Packaging When Unpacking
Check the contents, specifications.

12.2 Accessories
1) Filter gasket (1 piece)
2) Rubber gasket (1 piece)
3) Bearing lubricant (1 bottle)

13.Communication Protocol(RTU) (V1.0)

13.1 Data Format Description

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13.1.1 Communication Mode
This meter adopts MODBUS RTU Format.
The protocol is used for data communication in master-slave query mode.

13.1.2 Data Format

Data format is n, 8, 1（1 start bit, 8 data bits, 0 parity bit, 1 stop bit)
Baud: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600

Start Address Function Data CRC Check END

T1-T2-T3-T4 8 bit 8 bit n*8 bit 16 bit T1-T2-T3-T4

Note: T1, T2, T3, T4 are the time intervals between each frame, and the transmission
between two frames must be greater than the interval time.

13.1.3 Address
The address of the instrument is specified in the protocol as “0-255”, the “0” address
is used for broadcasting (this protocol does not support broadcasting), and the rest is
reserved.

13.2 Command Description

13.2.1 This Instrument Uses 1 Command in MODBUS Protocol as Below：

Command 03 Read single or multiple holding registers

13.2.2 Data Format

The data in the protocol includes: integer, floating point
Integers are represented as 16-bit unsigned integers.
32 single-precision floating-point numbers (SINGLE format) is IEEE754, equivalent to
4 bytes, the arrangement order is 3-4-1-2
After converting to the 1234 sequence, the positions from highest to lowest are 31st,
30th, 29th, ..., 0.

31 30-23 22-0
S Level Code Tail Code

The 31st bit is the sign bit (S), 1 indicates that the number is negative, 0 otherwise;
30-23 bit，Total 8 bit level code;
22-0 bit，Total 23 bit tail code.

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Command 3 Format As Below: (Read Register Command):

MODBUS Query:

Meter Address 1 BYTE 01-255

Function Code 1 BYTE 03
Starting Address 2 BYTE 0-FFFF
Loader /Reads As 2 BYTE 1-20
CRC Low 1 BYTE
CRC High 1 BYTE

MODBUS Response：

Meter Address 1 BYTE 01-255

Function Code 1 BYTE 03
Byte Count 1 BYTE N
Input Mode N*2 BYTE
CRC Low 1 BYTE
CRC High 1 BYTE

Example:

Query Respond
Domain Data(HEX) Domain Data(HEX)
Meter Address Code 01 Meter Address Code 01
Function Code 03 Function Code 03
Starting Address High (byte) 00 Byte Count 08
Starting Address Low (byte) 00 Register High (0001) 0C
Read Data Volume High (Byte) 00 Register Low (0001) E8
Read Data Volume Low (Byte) 04 Register High (0002) C2
Register Low (0002) FB
Register High (0003) C9
Register Low (0003) 26
Register High (0004) C3
Register Low (0004) 7B
CRC Check Parity bit CRC Check Parity bit

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Data Definition
Register
Read-Write Address Length Data Type Discription
R 40001-2 2 SINGLE Medium Temperature (℃)
R 40003-4 2 SINGLE Medium Pressure(kPa)
R 40005-6 2 SINGLE Instant Flow(m3/h)
R 40007-8 2 SINGLE Nominal Instant Flow(Nm3/h)
Accumulative Flow Above
R 40009-10 2 SINGLE Hundred’s Digit
Accumulative Flow Below
R 40011-12 2 SINGLE Hundred’s Digit
R 40013-14 2 SINGLE Sensor Frequency(Hz)
R 40015-16 2 Retain Retain
R 40017-18 2 SINGLE Cv Values
R 40019-20 2 Backup Retain

MODSCAN32 Communication Interference(03 command):

Medium Temperature: 20.0℃;

Medium Pressure: 800.00KPa;

Working condition instantaneous flow: 5.0037 m3/h;

Standard condition instantaneous flow: 44.5095 Nm3/h
Total flow hundreds: 3
Total flow under hundreds: 60.4897
Total flow=3*100+60.4897=360.4897m3
Frequency: 50Hz;

Flow k factor: 1

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Temperature 20℃
Pressure 800KPa
Working condition instantaneous flow 5.0037 m3/h;
Standard condition instantaneous flow 44.5095 Nm3/h
Total flow above hundred 3 Nm3
Total flow under hundred 60.4897 Nm3
Flow sensor frequency 50Hz
Flow K factor 1.000

Read register data (in this example, read the data displayed in the current converter)
Master request:

Slave response frame:

01 03 28 00 00 41 A0 00 00 44 48 16 84 40 A0 01 6A 42 32 00 00 40 40 74 5E 42 86
1C 24 42 48 00 00 FF 00 00 00 3F 80 00 00 00 00 9A 67

01 03 28 Address, Function code, Number of bytes

00 00 41 A0 20℃; Temperature
00 00 44 48 80 Kpa; Pressure
16 84 40 A0 5.002 m3/h; Working condition flow
01 6A 42 32 44.5013 Nm3/h; Standard condition flow
00 00 40 40 3.0 Nm3,Total flow hundreds
67.2272 Nm3,total flow under hundreds;
74 5E 42 86
total flow =3.0*100+67.2272= 367.2272 Nm3
1C 24 42 48 50.027Hz,frequency
00 00 FF 00 Reserve
00 00 3F 80 1.0 flow k factor
00 00 00 00 Reserve
4D 43 CRC Check

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Flow coefficient communication modification method (modified by Modscan 32
software):

Flow coefficient communication modification method (Command No. 10 (send in

HEX format)):

If the meter address is 1, write the coefficient 1.0, and send the data as follows:

Send: 01 10 00 55 00 02 04 00 00 3F 80 26 FC

01 10 Add, Command No
00 55 Write start add
00 02 Write length
04 Send data byte length
00 00 3F 80 K factor(Float)
26 FC CRC Check

Return: 01 10 00 55 00 02 51 D8 Returning this data indicates successful writing.

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