Dwyer 645 User Manual

BULLETIN A-30-65

Series 645 Wet/Wet Differential Pressure Transmitter

Specifications - Installation and Operating Instructions

1.750

2.840

1/4-18 NPT
HIGH PRESSURE PORT

GENERAL

The Series 645 Wet/Wet Differential Pressure Transmitter
is designed for use with any gas or liquid compatible
with 17-4 PH stainless steel, 300 Series stainless steel,
Viton and Silicone O-rings and bleed screw seals. Units
can accurately measure the differential pressure even
when liquid is applied to both ports. The transmitter
contains a fast response capacitance sensor and a
unique isolation system.

The isolation system transmits the motion of the differ­ential pressure sensing diaphragm from the high line
pressure environment to the dry enclosure where it
moves one of a pair of capacitance plates proportional­ly to the diaphragm movement. The variable capaci­tance is converted to a current proportional to the differ­ential pressure by the capacitance sensing and signal
conditioning circuit located in the enclosure. The elec­tronic circuit linearizes output versus pressure, stan­dardizes the output, and compensates thermal effects of
the sensor.

INSTALLATION

The Series 645 Differential Pressure Transmitter is sup­plied with a mounting bracket and two 6-32 ⫻ 3/8 hex
head screws. First attach the bracket to mounting loca­tion using holes or band clamp notches available on
large section of the bracket. Attach the transmitter to the
bracket by using the two 6-32
and the two tapped holes located on the underside of
the transmitter. See Figure 1 at right.

⫻ 3/8 hex head screws

2.960

2.440

BLEED
SCREWS

2.150

.940

Ø.875 CONDUIT OPENING

1/4-18 NPT
LOW PRESSURE PORT

SPECIFICATIONS

Service: Compatible gases or liquids applied to both pres-

sure and reference ports.

Output: 4 to 20 mA, two-wire.
Supply Voltage: 11 to 30 VDC.
Loop Resistance: 0 to 1000Ω.
Maximum Line Pressure: 250 psig.
Maximum Overload Pressure: (High side) 1 to 5 psi: 20 ⫻

FS, 10 to 25 psi: 10 ⫻ FS, 50 psi: 5 ⫻ FS, 100 psi: 2.5 ⫻ FS;
(Low side) 2-3 ⫻ FS.

Zero and Span: Adjustable, non-interactive, ±1 mA.
Accuracy: ±0.25% FS.
Temperature Limits: Operating: 0 to 175°F (-22 to 80°C),

Storage: -65 to 260°F (-54 to 126°C).

Response Time: 30 to 50 msec.
Thermal Effects: (includes zero and span) ±0.02% FS/°F, 30

to 150°F (-1 to 65°C).
Wetted Parts: 17-4 PH stainless steel, 300 Series stainless
steel, Viton and Silicone O-rings and bleed screw seals.

Housing: Stainless steel/Aluminum.
Process Connection: 1/4 - 18 NPT(F).
Electrical Connection: Barrier strip terminal block with con-

duit enclosure and .875 (22 mm) diameter conduit opening.
Weight: 14.4 oz (0.4 kg).

Mounting

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DWYER INSTRUMENTS, INC.

P. O. BOX 373 MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA 46361, U.S.A.

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NOTE:

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For differential pressure measurements at high line pres­sure (250 psig max.), it is recommended that the pres­sure sensor be installed with a valve in each line, plus a
shunt valve across the high and low (reference) pressure
ports as indicated in Figure 2 below. The high pressure
port is labeled with the word “HIGH”.

System Set-up

When making electrical connections, be sure to observe
polarity—units are designed to have current flow in one
direction only. The minimum supply voltage is 11 +.02 ⫻
(Resistance of receiver plus line. The maximum supply
voltage is 30 + .004 ⫻ (Resistance of receiver plus line).
To access electrical connections, remove cover on top
of the unit. See Figure 3 for correct electrical connec­tions.

Wiring

Series 645
Transmitter

Figure 2

Valve C should be open and Valves A and B closed
whenever the system is first being wetted or pressur­ized. Valves A and B should then be opened slowly to
avoid hammering. Valve C can then be closed and the
system is operating. When removing the differential
pressure sensor, open Valve C first, then close Valves A
and B.

Bleeding the Pressure Ports

Three bleed screws are located on the side of the unit
(two for low pressure port, one for high pressure port).

Install the transmitter in its intended location and pres­surize the ports. Back off the first bleed screw mounted
on the flat side of the sensor body (2 turns max.) until liq­uid begins to flow out. After only bubble-free liquid flows
out, retighten the bleed screw. Repeat the same proce­dure for the second set of bleed screws located on the
round section of the low pressure fitting.

Electrical Connections

The Series 645 Wet/Wet Differential Pressure
Transmitters are true 2-wire, 4-20 mA current output
devices and deliver rated current into any external load
of 0 to 800 ohms.

The units are supplied with a 7/8″ diameter knockout
intended for a 1/2″ ID conduit connection. It is suggest­ed that any electrical cable shield be connected to the
system’s loop circuit ground to improve electrical noise
reduction.

©Copyright 1997 Dwyer Instruments, Inc.

Printed in U.S.A. 7/97

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, INC.

P.O. Box 373, Michigan City, Indiana 46360, U.S.A.
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

+

Power
Supply

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Figure 3

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++

Load

(Monitor)

OPERATION

The Series 645 Wet/Wet Differential Pressure
Transmitters are carefully calibrated to the specific input
pressure range versus current output at the factory. Little
or no field calibrating is necessary.

Zero and Span Adjustment

To gain access to the zero and span adjustments,
remove the top cover of the transmitter. Loosen the 6-32
seal screws in the plastic terminal block. The zero and
span adjustments are located under the plastic terminal
block. Be careful not to disconnect any internal wiring.
After all adjustments are made, remember to re-install
the 6-32 seal screws. The Series 645 transmitters with
4-20 mA output are factory calibrated using a 250 ohm
load at 24 VDC. Zero and span adjustments are approx­imately ±1 mA, individually.

MAINTENANCE

After final installation of the Series 645 Wet/Wet
Differential Pressure Transmitter, no routine maintenance
is required. Periodic checks of connections is recom­mended. Please contact Dwyer Instruments, Inc. before
returning unit for repair to review information relative to
your application. When returning a product to the facto­ry, carefully package and ship freight prepaid. Be sure to
include a complete description of the application and
problem and identify any hazardous material used with
the product.

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