BAPI Strap-On Temperature Sensors Catalog Page

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Overview and Identication
Strap Sensors are made for direct pipe mounting and temperature measurement of water pipe applications.
Both units are available with multiple thermistor’s or RTD’s as shown in the specications. Enclosure mounting styles come in plastic or metal for both NEMA 1 and NEMA 4 applications and are all plenum rated.
Strap-On Temperature Sensors - BA/#-(S,STP)
Installation & Operations
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Fig 1: Clamp-On Strap with NEMA 1 J-Box (JB)
Fig 4: Clamp-On Strap with NEMA 1 BAPI-Box 4 (BB4)
(A Pierceable Knockout Plug is available from BAPI for the
open port in the BB4. Part #BA/PKP-100)
Fig 3: Clamp-On Strap with w/ NEMA 4 BAPI-Box 2 (BB2)Fig 2: Clamp-On Strap with w/ NEMA 4 BAPI-Box (BB)
Fig 5: Spring-Loaded Strap w/ NEMA 1 J-Box (JB)
Fig 6: Spring-Loaded Strap w/ NEMA 4 BAPI-Box 2 (BB2)
Specications subject to change without notice.
Fig 7: Spring-Loaded Strap w/ NEMA 1 BAPI-Box 4 (BB4)
(A Pierceable Knockout Plug is available from BAPI for the
open port in the BB4. Part #BA/PKP-100)
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Mounting
Strap-On Temperature Sensors - BA/#-(S,STP)
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2 Inch Insulation
Cleaned off To
Bare Pipe
Fig 8: Typical Clamp-On (-S) Installation
The Pipe
Pipe
Insulation
Fig 9: Typical Spring-Loaded (-STP) Installation
1.5 Inch Hole In The Insulation
Pipe
Insulation
Application: This sensor technique is for reading the uid temperature in a pipe by reading the temperature of the pipe. Properly installed strap sensors with insulation around the local strap-on sight will offer a very accurate temperature of the water inside the pipe to within .5 °F or better of the inside pipe water temperature.
Clamp-On Unit Installation: BA/#-S
1. Fig 8 shows a typical installation for pipes from 2” to 4.5”. Stripping away insulation is OK.
2. Larger pipes can be accommodated by adding another, customer supplied, stainless steel hose clamp extending the possible pipe diameter.
3. If there is insulation, clean away a section of the pipe insulation a minimum of 2” all around the pipe. The copper sen­sor pad and SS strap must be in direct contact with the metal or plastic pipe. Note: Nothing should be between the copper plate sensor and the bare pipe.
4. Tighten the strap-so that the sensor does not rotate around the pipe and so that the foam is compressed not more than 50% allowing the copper sensor plate to form (bend) to the pipe curvature for maximum temperature conduction. BAPI recommends pre-forming the copper plate by bending it around the pipe with your ngers.
5. After the strap-on sensor is securely mounted, add insulation a minimum of 1” thick and a minimum of 4 pipe diameters on each side of the copper sensor pad. (Example: A 2” pipe should have 8” of insulation on each side of the sensor). Only cover the sensor box to the top of the metal cover plate or to the BB door hinge so termination and servicing can be completed.
6. Terminate per the following Wiring and Termination Section.
Spring Loaded Unit Installation: BA/#-STP
1. Fig 9 shows a typical installation for insulated pipes from 5” to 14”. Insulation thickness accommodated is 0.5” to 2.5”.
2. Larger pipes can be accommodated by adding another, customer supplied, tie rap strap extending the possible pipe diameter.
3. Make a 1.5 inch diameter hole in the insulation where the sensor is to be placed and clean the pipe from debris. Ex­tend the spring so the copper sensor pad is in direct contact with the metal or plastic pipe. Note: No debris should be between the copper plate sensor and the bare pipe. The spring can retract to a minimum insulation thickness of ~.5” compressed to ~2.5” extended.
4. Position the box and sensor over the hole.
5. Tighten the strap so that the sensor spring is compressed no more than 50% allowing the copper sensor plate to form (bend) to the pipe curvature for maximum temperature conduction. BAPI recommends pre-forming the copper plate by bending it around the pipe with your ngers. Extend the spring further by turning it clockwise if the copper sensor plate contact is questionable. The copper sensor plate must be in direct contact with the pipe.
6. After the strap on sensor is securely mounted, add insulation back in (backll) around the spring extension, using the removed insulation, so that no heat or cold from the pipe can escape.
7. If more insulation is desired, only cover the sensor box to the top of the metal cover plate or to the BB door hinge so termination and servicing can be completed.
8. Terminate per the following Wiring and Termination Section.
Specications subject to change without notice.
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Wiring & Termination
BAPI recommends using twisted pair of at least 22AWG and sealant lled connectors for all wire connections. Larger gauge wire may be required for long runs. All wiring must comply with the National Electric Code (NEC) and local codes. Do NOT run this device’s wiring in the same conduit as high or low voltage AC power wiring.
BAPI’s tests show that inaccurate signal levels are possible when AC power wiring is present in the same conduit as the sensor wires.
To Controller Analog Input (AI)
Thermistor
(No Polarity)
or RTD Sensor
To Controller Analog Input (AI) (No Polarity)
Fig. 10: 2 Wire Lead Wire Termination for Thermistor or RTD Fig. 11: 3 Wire Lead Wire Termination for RTD
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Fig. 12: Terminal Strip (-TS) Option for 2 Wire Sensors Termination
Specications subject to change without notice.
Fig. 13: Terminal Strip (-TS) Option for 3 Wire Sensors Termination
Fig. 15: Test & Balance (-TB) Option for 3 Wire Sensors TerminationFig. 14: Test & Balance (-TB) Option for 2 Wire Sensors Termination
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Diagnostics
Possible Problem:
Controller reports higher or lower than actual temperature
Specications
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Possible Solutions:
- Conrm the input is set up correctly in the front end software
- Check wiring for proper termination & continuity. (shorted or open)
- Disconnect wires and measure sensor resistance and verify the “Sensor” output is correct.
Sensor Passive Thermistor NTC, 2 wire RTD PTC, 2 or 3 wire
Thermistor Thermal resistor Temp. Output Resistance Accuracy (Std) ±0.36ºF, (±0.2ºC) Accuracy (High) ±0.18ºF, (±0.1ºC), [XP] option Stability < 0.036ºF/Year, (<0.02ºC/Year) Heat dissipation 2.7 mW/ºC Temp. Drift <0.02ºC per year Probe range -40º to 221ºF (-40º to 105ºC)
RTD Resistance Temperature Device Platinum (Pt) 100or 1K @0ºC, 385 curve, Platinum (Pt) 1K @0ºC, 375 curve Pt Accuracy (Std) 0.12% @Ref, or ±0.55ºF, (±0.3ºC) Pt Accuracy (High) 0.06% @Ref, or ±0.277ºF (±0.15ºC), [A]option
Pt Stability ±0.25ºF, (±0.14ºC) Pt Self Heating 0.4 ºC/mW @0ºC Pt Probe range -40º to 221ºF, (-40 to 105ºC) Nickel (Ni) 1000 @70ºF, JCI curve Ni Probe range -40º to 221ºF (-40 to 105ºC)
Sensitivity Approximate @ 32ºF (0ºC) Thermistor Non-linier See bapihvac.com “Sensor Specs”
1K RTD (Pt) 3.85/ºC 100 RTD (Pt) 0.385/ºC Nickel (Ni) 2.95/ºF for the JCI RTD
Lead wire 22awg stranded Wire Insulation
Etched Teon, Plenum rated
Probe Copper sensor plate, 24 AWG,
1.25” diameter
Mounting Clamp-On -S, ½” Stainless steel worm gear hose
clamp Strap-On -STP, 48” Nylon tie strap, 1/2” wide
Enclosure Types: (Part number designator in bold) J-Box: -JB, w/ eight ½” knock-outs BAPI-Box: -BB, w/ four ½” NPSM & one ½” drill-out BAPI-Box 2:
BAPI-Box 4:
-BB2, w/ three ½” NPSM & three ½” drill-outs
-BB4, w/ three ½” drill-outs & one ½” open port
Enclosure Ratings: (Part number designator in bold)
J-Box: -JB, NEMA 1 BAPI-Box: -BB, NEMA 4, IP66, UV Rated BAPI-Box 2: -BB2, NEMA 4, IP66, UV Rated BAPI-Box 4: -BB4, IP10 (with spring installed) (IP44 without spring and with Knockout Plug installed in the open port)
Enclosure Material: (Part number designator in bold) J-Box: -JB, Galvanized steel, UL94H-B BAPI-Box: -BB, Polycarbonate, UL94V-0, UV rated BAPI-Box 2: -BB2, Polycarbonate, UL94V-0, UV rated BAPI-Box 4: -BB4, Polycarbonate & Nylon, UL94V-0
Ambient (Enclosure): 0 to 100% RH, Non-condensing J-Box: -JB, -40ºF to 212ºF, (-40º to 100ºC) BAPI-Box: -BB, -40ºF to 185ºF, (-40 to 85ºC) BAPI-Box 2: -BB2, -40ºF to 185ºF, (-40 to 85ºC) BAPI-Box 4: -BB4, -40ºF to 185ºF, (-40 to 85ºC)
Agency: RoHS, *CE PT= DIN43760, IEC Pub 751-1983, JIS C1604-1989
*Passive Thermistors 20KΩ and smaller are
CE Compliant
Specications subject to change without notice.
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