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Flow-Xseriesflow computers

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Versatile conceptN e x t Ge n e r a t i o n t e ch n o l o g y

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The Flow-X series of flow computers

offer a sophisticated concept in

which advanced measurement

technology and fast digital signal

processing are combined with state-

of-the-art processing power,

versatile data communication and

high capacity storage, resulting in

the ideal platform for even the most

demanding flow measurement

applications.

The Flow-X series are designed for

reliability in high-end gas- and liquid

applications, and includes all relevant

API, AGA, ISO, IP and many other

measurement standards, in a versatile,

familiar, intuitive and free configurable

software environment.

The Flow-X series are based on powerful

single stream modules which are

combined in a number of differentcasings, for different application types.

A Flow-X/M stream module comprises an

impressive number of inputs, outputs,

communication interfaces and other

hardware for real-time digital and analog

signal processing for one metering

stream, with cycle times up to 250ms.

Flexibility with various Enclosures

Flow-X/M stream modules are used in a

specific enclosure, ranging from a single

stream DIN-rail mountable device with

screw terminals for field connections,

to a convenient multi-stream panel

mounted flow computer with a 7 inch

large color touch-screen for more

demanding applications. The 19 inch

rack enclosure for up to 8 stream

modules allows compact cabinet design,

ideal for off-shore platforms or other

space limited systems.

Supported Products

The Flow-X series support but are not

limited to crude oils, natural gas, NGLs,

LPGs, refined products, special gases,

and steam. Either liquid or gas may be

combined in multi-stream applications.

Connectivity

Free-configurable digital communication

interfacing is implemented for ultrasonic

flow meters, gas chromatographs, HART

transmitters and other metering equip-

ment utilizing various communication

protocols for flexible usage no

firmware programming is required.

Design, Production & Assembly

Modern, fully automated production &

assembly lines and automated calibration

procedures are used to ensure top

quality of the electronic boards.

All models have passed the highest

degree of quality testing, both during the

design phase as well as during

production, including HALT and HASS

testing; assembly is completed for each

model with a significant burn-in period.

Features further include:

True Level A pulse integrity verifi-

cation utilizing the on-board

programmable hardware (FPGA).

No totalizer rollovers through high

speed 64-bit counters.

High temperature range (0-60C)

for modules while retaining highest

accuracy of 0.008% FS.

No DIP-switches, no jumpers, no

fuses.

Prover support with uni-directional,

bi-directional, compact prover,

master meter, with dual

chronometry and pulse interpolation

with 64-bit high-speed counters.

PID & valve control, prove control,

batch control, and sampler control.

Full support for redundancy built-in,

for power supply, Ethernet, and in

the software.

Metrology approvals1include MID,

OIML R-117, and EN-12405. EMC:

EN 61326-1997 industrial locations,

and EN 55011.

On-board storage (1GB) for audit-

trail, event- and primary data

logging in each module.

1Approvals pending at printing of this brochure

Introduction

& Key features

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Expert

modeconfiguration

Configuration softwareFo r n o v i ce a n d e x p e r t u s e r s

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To match the large variety of

requirements for flow computer

functionality in todays international

markets, the Flow-X series are

accompanied with a superb

configuration tool based on a totally

new concept, in which distinct levels

of expertise for users are

recognized, ranging from novice

users right through demanding

expert level engineers.

At the basic level, a user can simply

configure the flow computer by setting

vital parameters such as meter type and

Modbus address, whereas an expert user

is enabled by the software to develop a

dedicated application utilizing the user-

friendly and familiar spreadsheet

oriented development environment.

Flow Computer Configuration

Calculations, displays, reports, alarms,

Modbus or HART communication

interfaces, and much more can be freely

defined when needed from a rich

library of functions and tools.

Template applications are fully user-

definable. Predefined configurations

from a directory of templates can be

used to easily match existing flow

computer applications.

Ready-to-run application templates

are available for liquid and gas with

(MID) approval from the Dutch

Metrology Institute NMi.

Testing and Debugging

Transparent local and remote on-line and

off-line application verification and

debugging is available on detailed level

utilizing the application spreadsheet.

Report and display layouts, including the

local Flow-X/M LCD display, as well as

the touch-screen interface can be easily

simulated, tested & previewed.

Integration & Connectivity

Versatile and free configurable communi-cation protocols include Modbus Master &

Slave, RTU & ASCII, Modbus/TCP Client

& Server, HART Master, UNIFORM, ASCII

and other protocols for maximum

connectivity.

Easy integration is ensured even with

complex SCADA / HMI systems. The

Flow-X series software has a natural fit

with eXLerate2003 metering

supervisory software.

Key Software Features

Free configurable/programmable

software platform, with virtually

unlimited logic and calculations.

Storage of primary and calculated

data in historical database for time-

stamped data retrieval.

Unlimited number of user-definable

period and batch totals, and flow

and time weighted averages.

Free configurable Modbus data

packets for all Modbus Master,

Slave, Client and Server protocols.

Calibration curves with a virtually

unlimited number of calibration

points.

Multi-lingual interface for touch-

screen devices with on-line

language selections.

Embedded web-server allows for

fully remote PC based operation.

Mix of imperial units and metric

units, and gas and liquid, in any

combination.

Secured local & remote upload and

download of configurations and

firmware over internet & intranet

allows true remote support; yet

tamper-proof under WELMEC 7.2

specifications.

Configuration

Software

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Flow-X/M modules can be delivered with various mounting assemblies to create a variety of form factors, each

with specific features for maximum flexibility and many different system architectures. All options require an

external 24VDC power supply with optional redundant connections.

Available models include:

Flow-X/SSingle stream, DIN rail enclosure with direct screw terminals for field

connections. Interfaces include dual Ethernet with built-in web-server via

RJ45 connectors. Graphical LCD display with 4 lines for local display of

measured & calculated data.

Flow-X/DDual stream, DIN rail enclosure with direct screw terminals for field

connections. Interfaces as Flow-X/S above.

Flow computers can be configured as one two-stream system, as two

separate flow streams, or as a redundant solution.

Flow-X/PPanel mounted flow computer with up to four streams, and an additional

station module with a 7 multi-lingual color touch-screen and additional

serial (3x) and Ethernet interfaces (2x). Flow computer can be used in both

horizontal and vertical position. Field connections are available in standard

37-pole en 9-pole D-Sub type connectors.

Optional i-button available for convenient operator login.

Flow-X/RRack model with up to 8 streams for dense flow metering systems in 19

cabinets. Stream modules can be used as 8-stream application, as separate

streams, or combinations.

Field connections are available in standard 37-pole D-Sub type connectors;

Ethernet connections are individually made per stream module via dual

RJ45 connectors.

AVAILABLE

MODELS

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Library of certified flow calculations for all models:

AGA3, AGA5, AGA7, AGA8, AGA10. Supports AGA9.

API chapters 11.1, 11.2, and 21.1, API 2540, API 1952 tables

ISO 5167 (all editions), ISO 6976 (all editions)

NX19, SGERG, PTZ, Costald, Peng-Robinson calculations

GPA 2172 / TP15 / TP16 / TP25 / TP27

ASME 1967 (IFC-1967) & IAPWS-IF97 steam tables, IAPWS-IF97 steam density

Batch and period recalculation (meter factor, BS&W, density, etc.)

Supports all major Ultrasonic Flow Meters (Sick-Maihak, Daniel, Cameron, Elster-Instromet, GE, FMC, Krohne).

Supports all major gas chromatographs (e.g. ABB, Daniel, Instromet, Siemens).

Calibration curve up to unlimited number of points (linear and polynome).

Prover support : uni-directional, bi-directional (2 / 4 detector inputs), compact prover, master meter, dual chronometry, pulse interpolation.

Unlimited number of period and batch totals and flow and time weighted averages. Periods can be of any type.

Supports for densitometers and specific gravity transducers (Solartron, Sarasota, UGC).

PID control, valve control, prove control, batch control, sampler control.

many more such as ASTM D3588, McCrometer V-Cone, Density of Moist Air, CUSUM transmitter drift detection, and more.

and all common spreadsheet functions to obtain maximum flexibility.

Specifications per Flow-X/M flow module:

Analog inputs Analog transmitter input, high accuracy.

Input types are 4-20mA, 0-20mA, 0-5V, 1-5V. Accuracy 0.008% FS, resolution 24 bits. Inputs arefully floating (optically isolated).

6 (1)

4-wire PRT inputs Resolution 0.02 C for 100 ohms input. Error depending on range:

0 - 50 C: Error

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Flow-X series - DIN rail mounted solutions Part ##

Single stream flow computer enclosure with terminal screw block Flow-X/S

Dual stream flow computer enclosure with terminal screw block Flow-X/D

Flow-X series - Panel mounted solutions Part ##

Panel mounted enclosure with touch screen and station module Flow-X/P0

Panel mounted enclosure Flow-X/P0 with one single stream module Flow-X/P1

Panel mounted enclosure Flow-X/PX with two stream modules Flow-X/P2

Panel mounted enclosure Flow-X/PX with three stream modules Flow-X/P3

Panel mounted enclosure Flow-X/PX with four stream modules Flow-X/P4

Panel mounted enclosure with touch screen and station module with i-Button Flow-X/PI0

Panel mounted enclosure Flow-X/P0 with one single stream module with i-Button Flow-X/PI1

Panel mounted enclosure Flow-X/PX with two stream modules with i-Button Flow-X/PI2

Panel mounted enclosure Flow-X/PX with three stream modules with i-Button Flow-X/PI3

Panel mounted enclosure Flow-X/PX with four stream modules with i-Button Flow-X/PI4

Flow-X series 19 Rack mounted solutions Part ##

19" Rack mounted flow computer with 2 streams and enclosure Flow-X/R2







Flow-X series spare parts Part ##

Flow-X stream flow computer module (spare part) Flow-X/MFlow-X/S Single stream rail mountable backplane enclosure Flow-X/S-X

Flow-X/D Dual stream rail mountable backplane enclosure Flow-X/D-X

Flow-X/R 19 Rack - empty Flow-X/R-X

Flow-X series software and documentation Part ##

Flow-X series technical reference manual set Flow-X/MAN

Flow-X series Basic Mode configuration software license Flow-X/SW-B

Flow-X series Expert Mode configuration software license Flow-X/SW-A

Flow-X series Expert Mode configuration software USB dongle Flow-X/SW-D

SpiritIThas a continuing program of product research and development. Technical specifications and construction may change due toimprovements. This publication serves as general information only and all specifications are subject to confirmation by Spirit IT.

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