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User Manual for LEVIFLOWTM LFS Flowmeters
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This manual contains information necessary for the safe and proper use of the LEVIFLOWTM flowmeter series. Included are specifications for the standard configuration, components, and instructions regarding its use, installation, operation, adjustment, inspection and maintenance. For special configuration of the LEVIFLOWTM flowmeters refer to accompanying information. If the flowmeters have to be configured for other parameter settings then the
LEVIFLOWTM configuration software (with according manual Levitronix Doc.# PL-4501-00) is necessary. Please
familiarize yourself with the contents of this manual to ensure the safe and effective use of this product. After reading, please store the manual where the personnel responsible for operating can readily refer to it at any time.
LEVIFLOW
USER MANUAL
TM
LFS FLOWMETERS
LEVIFLOWTM Sensors: LFS-04, -08, -20, -50, -80 (LFS-Series Sensors)
LFS-008 (Low-Flow Sensor)
LEVIFLOWTM Converters: LFC-1C (single channel, LFS-Series)
LFC-6C (6-channel, LFS-Series) LFC-1C-F4 (single channel, LFS-008 only)
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Table of Contents
1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 3
2 SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Component Overview ........................................................................................................................................ 4
2.2 Standard System Configurations ....................................................................................................................... 5
2.2.1 Single Channel Configuration – LFS-Series ..................................................................................................................... 5
2.2.2 Multi-Channel Configuration – LFS-Series ........................................................................................................................ 5
2.3 Specifications of Sensors .................................................................................................................................. 6
2.4 Specifications of Converters .............................................................................................................................. 7
2.4.1 General Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.4.2 Overview of Parameter Configuration ............................................................................................................................... 8
2.5 Basic Dimensions of Main Components ............................................................................................................ 9
2.5.1 Dimensions of Sensors .................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.5.2 Dimensions of Converters .............................................................................................................................................. 10
3 INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Installation of Converter LFC-1C / LFC-1C-F4................................................................................................. 11
3.1.1 Overview and Preparation .............................................................................................................................................. 11
3.1.2 Instructions for Electrical Installation ............................................................................................................................... 12
3.1.3 Instructions for Mechanical Installation ........................................................................................................................... 12
3.2 Installation of Converter LFC-6C ..................................................................................................................... 13
3.2.1 Overview and Preparation .............................................................................................................................................. 13
3.2.2 Instructions for Electrical Installation ............................................................................................................................... 14
3.2.3 Instructions for Mechanical Installation ........................................................................................................................... 14
3.2.4 Configuration of Sensor Specific Data ............................................................................................................................ 14
3.3 Installation of Sensors ..................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.1 Overview and Preparation .............................................................................................................................................. 15
3.3.2 Instructions for Electrical Installation ............................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.3 Instructions for Mechanical and Hydraulic Installation ..................................................................................................... 16
4 OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................................ 17
4.1 General Timing Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 17
4.1.1 Startup Time .................................................................................................................................................................. 17
4.1.2 Thermal Stability Time .................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.1.3 Zero Adjustment Activation Time .................................................................................................................................... 17
4.1.4 Automatic Zero Adjustment duration ............................................................................................................................... 17
4.2 System Operation with LFC-1C / LFC-1C-F4 .................................................................................................. 18
4.2.1 Standard Operation with PLC Interface .......................................................................................................................... 18
4.2.2 Typical Setups Using the PLC Interface ......................................................................................................................... 18
4.2.3 Operation with RS485 .................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.2.4 Display Messages .......................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.3 System Operation with Converter LFC-6C ...................................................................................................... 20
4.3.1 Operation with RS485 .................................................................................................................................................... 20
4.3.2 Standalone Operation with Display ................................................................................................................................. 20
4.3.3 Display Messages .......................................................................................................................................................... 20
4.4 Operation with LEVIFLOW Configuration Software ......................................................................................... 20
5 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................... 21
6 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................. 22
6.1 Common Troubles ........................................................................................................................................... 22
6.2 Troubleshooting with LEVIFLOWTM Configuration Software ............................................................................ 22
7 TECHNICAL SUPPORT .......................................................................................................................................... 23
8 APPENDIX ............................................................................................................................................................... 24
8.1 Regulatory Status ............................................................................................................................................ 24
8.1.1 CE Marking .................................................................................................................................................................... 24
8.2 Symbols and Signal Words .............................................................................................................................. 25
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CAUTION
Do not under any circumstances open the converter or sensor housing. Levitronix does not assume responsibility for any damage, which occurs under such circumstances.
WARNING
Hazardous voltage may be present.
In case of the usage of an inadequate AC/DC power supply, mains voltages may be present (even if the system is designed for 24VDC).
The converter must be placed in a spill protected environment. Do not under any circumstances open the powered converter.
The usage of galvanic separated AC/DC supply is highly recom­mended (preferable with UL 1950, UL 508C and/or IEC/EN60950).
WARNING
TOXIC CHEMICALS may be present.
When using the flowmeter to measure chemicals skin contact and toxic gases may be hazardous to your health. Wear safety gloves and other appropriate safety equipment.
1 Safety Precautions
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Pos.
Part Name
Part #
Shape
Flow
Fitting
Cable
Jacket
Cable
Length
Special Feature
Note
1a
LFS-008-Z LFS-008-U
100-30323 100-30324 Z U
0 – 0.8 lpm
1/4”
FEP
0.5 m
PVDF male connector cover
Sensor specific parameter for converter calibration are delivered on a tag attached to the flowsensor.
1b
LFS-04-Z-T025 LFS-04-U-T025
100-30321 100-30322 Z U
0 – 4 lpm
1/4”
1c
LFS-04-Z LFS-04-U
100-30304 100-30305 Z U
0 – 4 lpm
3/8”
1d
LFS-08-Z LFS-08-U
100-30306 100-30307 Z U
0 – 8 lpm
3/8”
1e
LFS-20-Z LFS-20-U
100-30308 100-30309 Z U
0 – 20 lpm
1/2”
1f
LFS-50-Z LFS-50-U
100-30310 100-30311 Z U
0 – 50 lpm
3/4”
1g
LFS-80-Z LFS-80-U
100-30312 100-30313 Z U
0 – 80 lpm
1”
Pos.
Article Name
Part #
Description
Interfaces
2a
LFC-1C
100-30314
Single Channel Converter
Analog Output (4 – 20 mA), 2x Digital Output, 1x Digital Input, RS485 (MODBUS) protocol
2b
LFC-1C-F4
100-30325
3
LFC-6C
100-30315
6-Channel Converter
- RS485 (MODBUS) protocol
- Note: Connector and Termination Box to be ordered as separate article (see Table 3)
Pos.
Article Name
Part #
Features
Special Feature
4a
LFE-A.1-10 LFE-A.1-30 LFE-A.1-60
190-10162 190-10163 190-10164
Cable length: 1 m, PVC Cable length: 3 m, PVC Cable length: 6 m, PVC
- PVDF female connector cover for IP-65 chemical protection
- Flame retardant PVC white (UL VW-1 corresponds to EN-60332-1-2)
4b
LFE-A.2-10 LFE-A.2-30 LFE-A.2-60
190-10165 190-10166 190-10167
Cable length 1 m, FEP Cable length 3 m, FEP Cable length 6 m, FEP
- PVDF female connector cover for IP-65 chemical protection 5a
Connector Box for LFC-6C
100-30316
COMBICON connector
Is needed for wiring stacks of LFC-6C converters
5b
Termination Box for LFC-6C
100-30317
--
Is needed for termination of RS485 bus
6a
EX-1303
100-30318
USB-RS485/RS422 Adaptor
For PC communication with converters over RS485 bus
6b
RS485 Cable
100-30319
D-SUB Connector with Open-End Cable
For wiring, when used with EX-1303
Pos.
Part Name
Part #
Flow
Range
Fitting
Cable
Jacket
Sensor Cable
Length
Note
6a
LFS-008-Z + LFC-1C-F4 LFS-008-U + LFC-1C-F4
100-90625 100-90626
0 – 0.8 lpm
1/4"
FEP
0.5 m
Converter is delivered with sensor specific parameters already stored.
Extension cables to be ordered as separate article with specified length (see Table 2)
6b
LFS-04-Z-T025+LFC-1C LFS-04-U-T025+LFC-1C
100-90627 100-90628
0 – 4 lpm
1/4"
6c
LFS-04-Z+LFC-1C LFS-04-U+LFC-1C
100-90604 100-90605
0 – 4 lpm
3/8”
6d
LFS-08-Z+LFC-1C LFS-08-U+LFC-1C
100-90606 100-90607
0 – 8 lpm
3/8”
6e
LFS-20-Z+LFC-1C LFS-20-U+LFC-1C
100-90608 100-90609
0 – 20 lpm
1/2”
6f
LFS-50-Z+LFC-1C LFS-50-U+LFC-1C
100-90621 100-90622
0 – 50 lpm
3/4”
6g
LFS-80-Z+LFC-1C LFS-80-U+LFC-1C
100-90623 100-90624
0 – 80 lpm
1”
2
1c 3 5a
5b 4 6b
6a
1d
1e
1f
1g
2 Specifications
2.1 Component Overview
Figure 1: LEVIFLOWTM flowmeter components
Table 1: Standard flow sensor models
Table 2: Standard converters
Table 3: Accessories
Table 4: Flowmeter sets – flowsensor with single channel converter LFC-1C/LFC-1C-F4
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LEVIFLOWTM Converter LFC-1C (Single Channel)
4-Digit Display
Zero Adjustment
Adress Setting for RS485
Piezo Transducers
In-/Output
IN OUT
Electrical Interface
Power Supply: 24 VDC
RS485 (MODBUS)
- Configuration with PC Software
- Data Reading
- Fieldbus Array of Multiple Sensors
Analog and Digital Outputs
- 1x Analog Output
- 2x Digital Outputs
- 1x Digital Input
LEVIFLOW
TM
Sensor LFS-xx
Flow In
Flow Out
Extension
Cables LFE
Digital
Signal Processor
DSP
LEVIFLOWTM Converter LFC-6C
(6-Channel)
4-Digit Display
Zero Adjustment
Address Setting for RS485
Piezo Transducers In-/Output
Signal/Power Bus Connector
Power Supply: 24 VDC
RS485 (MODBUS)
- Configuration with PC Software
- Data Reading
Digital
Signal Processor
DSP
Flowsensor LFS
Flowsensor LFS
Flowsensor LFS
Flowsensor LFS
Flowsensor LFS
Flowsensor LFS
2.2 Standard System Configurations
2.2.1 Single Channel Configuration – LFS-Series
Figure 2: Flowmeter configuration with LFC-1C single channel converter
(for LFS-008 flow sensor special LFC-1C-F4 converter is necessary)
2.2.2 Multi-Channel Configuration – LFS-Series
Figure 3: Flowmeter configuration with LFC-6C converter (6 channel)
(Does not work with LFS-008 flow sensor)
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Sensor Type
Characteristics
LFS-008
LFS-04
LFS-08
LFS-20
LFS-50
LFS-80
Flow Range [lpm]
0 – 0.8
0 – 4
0 – 8
0 – 20
0 – 50
0 – 80
Fitting Tube Size (OD)
1/4”
1/4” or 3/8”
3/8”
1/2”
3/4”
1”
Measurement Path ID in [mm]
2.5 4 6
10
15
20
Accuracy Flow Velocity < 1 m/s Flow Range [lpm]
0.29 – 0.8
0 – 0.8
0 – 1.7
0 – 4.7
0 – 10.6
0 – 18.8
Accuracy [lpm]
see Figure 4
± 0.008
± 0 – 0.017
± 0.047
± 0.106
± 0.188
Repeatability [lpm]
see Figure 4
< 0.004
< 0.009
< 0.024
< 0.053
< 0.94
Accuracy Flow Velocity > 1 m/s Flow Range [lpm]
0.29 – 0.8
0.8 – 4
1.7 – 8
4.7 – 20
10.6 – 50
18.8 – 80
Accuracy of Reading
± 1%
± 1%
± 1%
± 1%
± 1%
± 1%
Repeatability of Read.
< 0.5%
< 0.5%
< 0.5%
± 0.5%
± 0.5%
± 0.5%
Weight [g]
97
97
95
115
150
180
Pressure Drop Coefficient C
P = C x Q2 ,
Q = Flow [lpm], P = Press. Drop [kPa]
16.8
1.80
(3/8” fitting)
0.88
0.06
0.01
0.003
Fluid Temperature
Normal range: 10 – 90 0C ( 50 – 194 0F ) Max. temperature: 160 0C (320 0F) 1 (not for LFS-008)
Ambient Temperature
0 – 60 0C (32 - 140 0F)
Maximum Fluid Pressure
0 – 0.5 MPa ( 0 – 5 bar, 0 – 72.5 psi)
Kinematic Viscosity
0.8 – 40 mm2/s (0.8 – 40 cSt)
Sound Speed
1000 – 2200 m/s
Wet Materials
PFA
Sensor Enclosure Classification
IP-65
Cable Jacket Material
FEP (PVC on request and at minimum order quantities)
Standard Cable Length
0.5m with extension cables for length variation
(other length on request and at minimum order quantities)
Electrical Connectors
SMB with protective PVDF cover (male with O-Ring, IP-65 protection)
0%
1%
2%
3%
4%
5%
6%
7%
8%
9%
10%
1 10 100 1000
[mlpm]
Accuracy of Reading Repeatability of Reading for LFS-008 Full Scale Change Line
Full Scale = 35 mlpm
Full Scale = 800 mlpm
2.3 Specifications of Sensors
Table 5: Specifications of sensors (All data based on water at 20
1
: The flow sensors LFS-04/08/20/50/80 are functionally tested up to 1600C liquid temperature. However, no lifetime and
MTBF data can be given for the high temperature range. Levitronix® reject warranty for Leviflow products used at liquid temperatures > 90°C. For further specific information please contact Levitronix.
o
C)
Figure 4: Repeatability and accuracy specification for LFS-008 sensor
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Characteristics
Single Channel Converter Types LFC-1C/LFC-1C-F4
6-Channel Converter Type LFC-6C
Power Supply Current / Start Current
24 VDC ± 10% 150 mA / 4.4 A, 2 ms max.
24 VDC ± 10% 150 mA / 4.4 A, 2 ms max.
Ambient Temp Humidity Range
0 – 50 °C (32 – 122 °F) 30 - 85% R.H. (no condensation)
0 – 50 °C (32 – 122 °F) 30 - 85% R.H. (no condensation)
Enclosure Classification and Material
IP-20 (indoor use), ABS
IP-20 (indoor use), ABS
Interfaces (see Figure 7 and Figure 9
for detailed PIN designation and electrical specification)
- RS485 -> MODBUS protocol -> max. array of 99 channels
- 1x Analog Output: 4 – 20mA (0 – 20mA configurable)
- 2x Digital Outputs: Flow Alarm, Measurement Error,
Volume Counter Pulse, Volume Counter Alarm, Flow as Frequency or Bubble Detection (default: normally open)
- 1x Digital Input: Volume Counter Reset or Zero Adjust
- 4 Digit display (flow rate, error codes), re-zero button
- Address potentiometers for RS485 address setting
- RS485 -> MODBUS protocol -> max. array of 99 ch.
- stacking of max. 16 converters
-> 5 ms DSP process/time per channel
- 4 Digit display (flow rate, error codes), re-zero button
- Address potentiometers for RS485 address setting
Configuration Parameters (Available and configurable
with RS485/USB converter and configuration software)
- Viscosity
- Low Cutoff,
- Dampening time (filter)
- Full scale setting,
- Linearization (15 points)
- Alarm Outputs
(High and Low Alarm)
- Volume Counter and Volume Counter Alarm Settings
- Viscosity
- Low Cutoff
- Dampening constant
(filter)
- Full scale setting
- Linearization (15 points)
- Alarm Outputs
(High and Low Alarm)
- Volume Counter and Volume Counter Alarm Settings
Weight
130 g
170 g
Mounting
DIN rail
DIN rail
Dimensions
123 x 75 x 17.5 mm
139 x 75 x 17.5
Duration for Activation of Manual and Digital Zeroing
3 sec
3 sec
Duration of Zeroing Procedure
LFC-1C -> normal 6 sec maximum 15 sec LFC-1C-F4 -> normal 26 sec maximum 60 sec.
normal 15 sec maximum 30 sec.
Duration of Measurement Ready after Power-On
10 sec.
10 sec.
Warm-Up Time for Full Performance Measurements
30 min.
30 min.
2.4 Specifications of Converters
2.4.1 General Specifications
Table 6: Specifications of converters
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Block
Parameter
Option/Range
Default
Note
Basic
Sensor size
LFS-xx
xx = 04, 08, 20, 50, 80, 008
xx = 008,4,8,20,50,80 (accord. Sensor size)
--
Full scale
0.01 – 100 L/min
(accord. Sensor size)
Default Values: LFS-008 = 0.8 L/min, LFS-04 = 4 L/min, LFS-08 = 8 L/min LFS-20 = 20 L/min, LFS-50 = 50 L/min, LFS-80 = 80 L/min
Unit of flow in display
L/min or mL/min
L/min
Unit of flow rate on the converter display
Damping time
0 – 25 s
0.2 s
Low-pass filter with
T
f
dB
2
1
3
Low cutoff
0.0 – 25.0 %
2 %
Flow cut to 0 below this percentage of full-scale If cutoff 0% is chosen, negative flow becomes visible
Kinematic Viscosity
0.00 – 99.99 cSt
1 cSt
Kinematic Visc. = Dynamic Visc. / Density
Analog output settings
(For LFC-1C / LFC-1C-F4 only)
Analog output setting
4 – 20 mA or
0 – 20 mA
4 – 20 mA
--
Digital input settings
(For LFC-1C / LFC-1C-F4 only)
Digital input
Volume counter reset
Zero adjust
Set Volume Counter to zero
Zero adjust
Automates zeroing, when liquid type changes
Digital output settings
(For LFC-1C / LFC-1C-F4 only)
Digital output 1
Flow alarm High Flow alarm Low
Vol. counter alarm H
Vol. counter alarm HH
Vol. counter Pulse
Measurement Error
Flow as Frequency
Bubble detect
Custom Output
Flow alarm High
- Upper flow limit detection
- Lower flow limit detection
- Flow volume detection first value (one-time)
- Flow volume detection second value
- Pulse per volume
- Error signal (empty sensor etc.)
- Flow as Frequency output (100% of full-scale = 1 kHz)
- Bubble detected signal
- Bits of equipment status can be OR-ed on the output
Digital output 2
Flow alarm Low
Flow alarm
Hysteresis (Flow alarm)
0 – 20 %
0 %
Can be used to get tolerance to noise.
Alarm high
0 – 125 %
105 %
Alarm setting In percentage of full-scale.
Contact type
N.O. = normally open
N.C. = normally closed
N.O. = norm. open
For digital outputs of LFC-1C / LFC-1C-F4 / LFC-1C-CS only.
Alarm low
-10 – 125 %
-5 %
Alarm setting In percentage of full-scale.
Contact type
N.O. = normally open
N.C. = normally closed
N.O. = norm. open
For digital outputs of LFC-1C / LFC-1C-F4 / LFC-1C-CS only.
Volume counter settings
Volume counter enable (activation box)
activated, not activated
not activated
These are settings for volume detection (integration of flow).
Has to be active for the options “ Vol. Counter Alarm H”, “Vol. Counter Alarm HH” and “Vol. Counter Pulse”.
Volume counter base unit
1 mL, 1 L, 1 m3
1 mL
Multiplier factor
0.01, 0.1, 10, 100, 1000
0.1
Volume counter pulse length
0.5, 50, 100ms
0.5 ms
Volume counter alarm enable (activation box)
activated, not activated
not active
-> Settings for one-time volume detection.
-> Volume = “Volume unit” x “Multiplier factor” x “Vol. Counter Alarm H“ value”
-> Has to be active for the options “Vol. Counter Alarm H”, “Vol. Counter Alarm HH”.
Value (Volume counter alarm H)
0 – 999999
--
Contact type (H)
N.O. = normally open
N.C. = normally closed
N.O. = norm. open
Value (Volume counter alarm HH)
0 – 999999
--
Contact type (HH)
N.O. = normally open
N.C. = normally closed
N.O. = norm. open
Measurement Error Settings
Instant Measurement Error Ignore Time
0-99 s
10s
During this time instant measurement errors are ignored. If an instant measurement error stays active for longer time than this time, measurement error arises.
Flow Level on Measurement Error
0%, -25, 125%
Hold
0 %
Signal level of analog output and flow, when measurement error arises
Bubble Detection Settings
Bubble Detect Hold Time
0 – 99 s
0 s
For bubble or particle detection in the process
2.4.2 Overview of Parameter Configuration
Table 7 shows the standard (“Default”) and possible parameter configurations of the flowmeters. This user manual is dealing with the standard configuration. For setting up other configurations the LEVIFLOWTM
Configuration Software is needed. Consult the “Configuration-SW User Manual” (Levitronix Doc.# PL-4501-
00) for more detailed description.
Table 7: Overview of parameters
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