gas-net F1

Electronic flow computer

for one, two or three streams
with integrated data logging function

Applications Main features

The gas-net F1 is an electronic flow computer for natural gas. The • Compressibility calculations
device can be used to correct one to three streams depending on in accordance with AGA8-92DC,
the version. S-GERG-88, AGA-NX-19 or fixed
K-factor. Live serial gas quality data
via DSfG or MODBUS
Brief information
• Alternative orifice meter calculation
AGA8-92DC, S-GERG-88 or AGA-NX-19 are available as correction methods.
to ISO 5167-1
The gas quality data may be parameterised as fixed values or supplied by a gas quality
analyser connected via DSfG. Alternatively, a correction with a constant super compress- • Integrated data logging
ibility factor K is possible.
• Additional alarm/error processing
The gas-net F1 also features an integrated data logging function.
(max. 64 messages, max. 8 message
groups)
Correction and data logging
The process interfacing of gas meters as well as temperature and pressure sensors of • Memorized Min/Max functions
each gas stream is implemented via a multi-functional intrinsically safe input board (EXM- for measured values
FE5). An EXMFE5 board comprises three pulse inputs, [EEx ib] IIC, suitable for the connec-
• Serial communication interfaces
tion of LF and HF pulse generators. Optionally, a transmitter for meter readings (ENCODER
for Modbus ASCII and RTU, DSfG and
index) can be connected to the first channel.
other digital communication protocols
The EXMFE5 input board provides a 4 – 20 mA process input for the conventional con-
nection of the pressure sensor via the current interface. Alternatively, this input is suitable • Serial communication interface
for the connection of up to four pressure and temperature sensors with HART interfaces for modem and telephone
(multi-drop).
• Network TCP communication interface
In addition, the EXMFE5 input board is provided with an input for the connection of a Pt-
100 temperature sensor using 4-wire technology. • Expandable I/O boards , e.g. 4 status
Ultrasonic gas meters from various manufacturers can be connected to the gas-net F1 or pulse outputs and 4 (0/4 – 20 mA)
via communication interfaces, instead of using a pulse interface. In doing so, diagnostic current outputs on a multi-functional
information will also be transferred. output board (MFA8)
The volume correction function of the gas-net F1 determines the standard volume having • Time synchronisation via Modbus,
passed through the unit, the gas mass and the energy based on the input values of oper- a GPS receiver or via the network time
ating volume, pressure and temperature as well as the gas quality. protocol (NTP)
In addition to its basic task, i.e. the correction, the device also monitors the measurement
system for errors and malfunctions. Error listing and logbook facilitate an error analysis.
All gas-net flow computers feature a data logging function which records important
measuring variables of the correction in defined intervals and in the case of errors.
The integrated data logging function can manage up to four process value archives with
eight channels each for any measurements or meter readings in addition to the billing
archives. Furthermore, it is possible to create a parameter change archive to be able to
track all changes in system parameters.

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gas-net F1: Electronic flow computer for one, two or three streams with integrated data logging function

General characteristics

Outputs: Operation and display: Further menus can be invoked via the con-
Each gas-net F1 contains a multi-functional The gas-net F1 has 16 input keys, of which trol panel. It is, for instance, very easy to
MFA8 output board for the output of mes- 12 numerical keys and 4 navigation keys. track down and analyse the history of an
sages, measurements and meter read- An illuminated LCD serves for data display. event using the error list and logbook.
ings. This board provides one NC Photo- The intuitive operation of all gas-net de-
Mos output for messages, three PhotoMos vices via menus, similar to the Windows It is also possible to view all other archives
outputs for messages or flow-proportional menus, can be learned easily. using the control panel.
pulses as well as four analogue current A three-coloured status LED shows at a
outputs for measured values. All meter readings and important process glance which state the system is currently
values can be read off directly from the in. If the LED lights green, the correction
If the unit housing is wide enough, further basic device display. In the case of multi- process runs smoothly; if it lights or blinks
gas-net input and output boards can be stream operation, the menu enables the yellow, this indicates a past or pending
added. operator to switch between the displays of warning; if it lights or blinks red, this indi-
the different streams. cates a past or pending alarm (i.e. an error
impairing the correction).

Additional functions

Elster-Instromet Systems devices are all- Skilful grouping of context-related mes- Communication interfaces:
rounders which also provide many practi- sages significantly simplifies the compre- The F1 is equipped with a DSfG interface so
cal functions for perfect system monitoring. hensive monitoring of the system. In this that several devices of the measurement
case it will be sufficient to observe the re- system can be networked via the DSfG bus.
The flow computer gas-net F1, too, comes sults of the message groups to get a quick
up to this tradition. overview of the system status. These so- The unit’s standard COM2 interface can
called group or general messages can be be used to connect the gas-net F1 to a
Comparison of two flow computers: The F1 relayed as signals via digital outputs or by MODBUS system. If this interface is need-
may query information of other flow com- DSfG telegrams. ed to connect the modem (integrated RDT
puters via the DSfG interface, such as cur- function), however, optional MSER2 input
rent meter readings or flow rates. Of course, Error listing and logbook of the signal pro- boards can be supplied for MODBUS inter-
the flow computers must all be connected cessing then facilitate an analysis of the facing.
to the same DSfG bus. Based on the data precise causes and the chronological de-
received, a meter comparison may be car- velopment of the status signalled. In addition, a network interface is available
ried out for meters connected in series or to enable DSfG remote call-up via TCP/
appropriate values can be summed up for Integrated RDT: IP. Data can also be transferred using the
being transferred to outputs. The F1 features an integrated RDT function Modbus TCP/IP protocol
for remote data interfacing via telephone
Signal processing: and modem as standard. In order to be Central data extraction:
The signal processing function of the able to use this function, you only need to A data gateway of Type gas-net C2 allows
gas-net F1 facilitates the comprehen- connect a compatible modem (landline or central extraction of selectable data points
sive monitoring of signals and additional GSM radio modem). Once the data link has for remote transfer using the local DSfG
measurements. been established, archives can be read network of measuring instruments. In this
out remotely, for instance, using the GAS- process, both network and modem lines
This does not only concern the states of WORKS software developed to this end. are supported.
digital signal inputs. It is also possible to
monitor any measurement reading and DSfG*: Gas-net devices commonly use the field
to initiate the generation of a message in In conjunction with the integrated RDT bus standard DSfG to exchange data with
case of certain events – for instance, if a function, this means that even other de- each other. DSfG is based on a highly rec-
value violates a set limit. To make the signal vices connected locally via DSfG can be ad- ommended standard in Germany.
processing more efficient, several messag- dressed via the telephone data link.
es can be combined in message groups.

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 Product data sheet

Serial interface Network TCP:

(also via modem - IEC 60870-5-104
and telephone): - Modbus TCP
- Modbus ASCII, RTU - NTP
- DSfG - DSfG

DSfG-Modbus
Locally networked gas-net devices

Software support by GAS-WORKS

The GAS-WORKS software suite provides provided that the calibration switch is open. - Display of the type label with general
the user with optimum support when op- information on the connected device,
erating gas-net devices. Apart from the complete transfer of a pa- current data*
rameter data record, individual param- - Remote operation by clicking the keys of
The basic module, GW-BASE, manages all eters or parts of the parameterisation the virtual control panel with the mouse.
data present in a gas metering station (pa- may be changed as long as a data link is - When using fixed gas quality values in
rameter data records, archive data, access established via parameterisation cables. the calculations, the values in the gas
data, etc.). In addition, various GAS-WORKS Correction-relevant parameters are then quality table can be modified remotely*
modules can be integrated in the GW-BASE protected by the calibration switch. It is only - Retrieval of all archives*
environment. possible to change parameters that are - Convenient freezing function for revision
protected by the user lock (one combina- work*
The overview below presents all GAS- tion lock for each of the contractual parties) * Also suitable for flow computers of other
WORKS modules that are of interest when if the locks are open. manufacturers, provided they support DSfG.
using the F1.
The audit trail records each change of the GW-DATA+:
GW-GNET+: parameter settings in the device. Viewing of archive data:
Parameterisation and more: The GAS-WORKS GW-DATA+ module edits
The universal parameterisation program GW-REMOTE+: archive data filed in GW-BASE and displays
for all devices of the gas-net series is Data communication and data transfer: it to the user in clearly formatted tables.
called GW-GNET+. The intuitive operation The GW-REMOTE+ program helps to es- In addition, the archived data can be pre-
of this program can be easily learned. All tablish a data link to any Elster-Instromet sented in form of diagrams. This visualisa-
parameters are combined in context-relat- Systems device. This can be accomplished tion facilitates analysing the trend of meas-
ed groups and displayed in lists for further regardless of whether the device stands urements and meter readings.
processing by the user interface. Context- right in front of you and is connected to
sensitive help can be called up for each your computer by means of a parameteri- Tip:
parameter explaining the function of the sation cable or whether you call a device The basic module GW-BASE and the pa-
related setting. installed in a remote system by telephone rameterisation program GW-NET+ are
and modem. The GW-REMOTE+ user inter- included in the delivery of each gas-net
A parameter data record can already be face is set up identically in both cases and device. All other GAS-WORKS modules,
compiled in the office environment before is very easy to operate. which are available against a charge, can
the actual commissioning of the device. be installed in Demo mode from the GAS-
This reduces the on-site workload. The pa- GW-REMOTE+ offers the following functions WORKS CD and tested for 30 days with no
rameter settings can be transferred to the for flow computers in particular as long as obligation to buy.
gas-net device via the DSS data interface a data link exists:

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gas-net F1: Electronic flow computer for one, two or three streams with integrated data logging function

Technical data
Housing Plug-in unit in 19” design, 3 height units, 1/3 or 1/2 width for hinged frame mounting. Overall depth without plugs
approx. 170 mm, with plugs approx. 220 mm. Process interfacing at the rear, control panel at the front. Versions
with 1/3 overall width can take up to four process cards, versions with 1/2 width up to seven
Power supply 24 V DC +/- 20%, power consumption up to 12 W. Optionally: 230 V AC via external power supply unit
Ambient conditions Temperature: 0 to +50 °C. Installation outside of Zone 2 hazardous areas only
Operation 16 input keys, of which 12 numerical keys and 4 navigation keys. Calibration switch
Display Illuminated LCD, 8 lines with 32 characters each; status LED for indicating mains supply/alarm/warning
Process boards Any 4 or 7 process boards listed below can be used, with the max. number depending on the housing width:

EXMFE5 input board:

- Three pulse or signal inputs, [EEx ib] IIC, of which one alternatively for an ENCODER index
- Process input for sensors with a 4 – 20 mA output signal, [EEx ib] IIC, alternatively suitable for
connection of up to 4 pressure and temperature sensors with HART interface (multi-drop)
- Temperature sensor input for Pt-100 sensor incorporating 4-wire technology, [EEx ib] IIC
Usually, one EXMFE5 is required for the process interfacing of each of the sensors needed for correction.

MFE11 input board:

- Eight digital inputs (common ground), which can either be used as 0/24 V DC signal inputs or as pulse inputs
with a maximum input frequency of 20 Hz
- Three 0/4 – 20 mA process inputs (common ground)

MFA8 output board:

- One PhotoMos output (NC, max. 28.8 V, 120 mA) for messages
- Three PhotoMos outputs (NO, max. 28.8 V DC, 120 mA) for messages or pulses of up to 20 Hz
- Four 0/4 – 20 mA analogue outputs for measurement readings (common ground)

ExDE6 input board:

- Six pulse or signal inputs, [EEx ib] IIC, of which one alternatively for an ENCODER index

MSER2 serial interface board:

- Two serial interfaces RS232/RS422/RS485 for connection of ultrasonic gas meters and interfacing to digital
protocols
Pressure sensors We recommend the use of the following pressure sensors:
Rosemount, Types 2088 A / 2088 A Smart, 3051 CA, 3051 S
FLOW COMP FCP 25 or FCP 25-2
Endress+Hauser Cerabar S PMC 731 or Cerabar S PMP 731
Data interfaces DSS interface for connecting the device to the COM interface on a PC for parameterisation and reading out of
archives

Serial interfaces (COM2, MSER2) for connecting an ultrasonic gas meter, a landline or radio modem (GSM) or for
other digital protocols (3964R, RK512, Modbus RTU, Modbus ASCII, Profibus DP).

DSfG interface according to DVGW Code of Practice G485 and Technical Specification for DSfG Implementations,
max. baud rate 115,200 baud

Network interface for connection to TCP/IP based networks (DSfG Class B, Modbus TCP/IP, IEC 60870-5-104)
Data logging Integrated data logging function for recording billing and operating data
Parameterisation Commissioning and parameterisation using the GAS-WORKS PC software.
The parameter data record can be stored, documented and managed in GAS-WORKS
German national type approval TB approval symbol 7.743 03.15

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