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at www.maxmachinery.com. Max Machinery, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the product in this
instruction manual to improve performance, reliability, or manufacturability. Contact Max Machinery Inc. for
the latest available specications and performance data. Although every effort has been made to ensure
accuracy of the information in this instruction manual, Max Machinery Inc. assumes no responsibility for
inadvertent errors.
The Max frequency transmitters are designed to work with the
entire family of Max Flow Meters to provide extremely precise
ow measurement in a cost effective package. Different options
for electrical connections and temperature ranges cover a wide
range of application environments – from the laboratory to harsh
industrial processes.
This latest generation of transmitters use modern sensor
technology coupled with advanced signal processing to deliver
new levels of performance and reliability. Hall sensors are used to
detect the position of a driven magnet inside a Max Flow Meter.
Changes in position are tracked by a microprocessor, which
generates an output frequency proportional to the ow rate. Advanced signal processing provides both ne
angular resolution (0.36 degrees rotation per pulse) and rapid response (output updated every one ms).
These transmitters are typically mated to a mechanical ow meter, congured, and calibrated at the factory
as a matched set. This ensures accuracy and allows quick setup in the eld. For eld installations where the
transmitter has not been setup with a meter at the factory, an optional serial interface kit provides full access
to all conguration options and parameters.
Model 296
Model 295
Ex Proof Model 295
Transmitter Features
High resolution measurement - Congured output resolution of 1 to 1000 pulses per revolution.
Linearization of up to 16 points to fully describe the ow meter’s output curve and achieve the highest
system linearity over the meter’s entire operating range.
Compensation Algorithm – Compensates for variations in Hall sensor and ow meter characteristics to
provide a stable, undamped output frequency that accurately represents the instantaneous ow rate. This
feature is factory set when the meter and transmitter are mated together. If the transmitter is changed, the
compensation can be performed via a button on the PCA.
Anti-Dither Pulse Buffer - Prevents undesired reverse pulses which can occur at very low ow rates in the
presence of vibration or hydraulic noise. If the meter reverses direction and then resumes forward rotation,
the pulse count will represent only the total forward ow. Reverse ow exceeding the pulse buffer setting will
result in an output frequency proportional to reverse ow rate. The buffer quantity can be set from 1% to
100% of a revolution.
Ambient Temperature Range Transmitter (Storage)–40ºC to 85ºC (–40ºF to 185ºF)
Transmitter (Operation)
(3)
–40ºC to 80ºC (–40ºF to 175ºF)
Maximum Temperature, Process Fluid
(20ºC Ambient, 5V supply) Standard Model 90ºC (195°F) – Models 295 & 296
High Temp Model – Model 296
Ultra-High Temp Model 225ºC (435°F) – Models 295 & 296
Anti-dither Range 50% of a meter revolution - unidirectional - 2% bidirectional.
(software selectable from 1-100% of 1 revolution)
Signal Filtering Software selectable from 1ms to 250ms time constant
( 1) Continuous Short Circuit is not recommended. The output current should not exceed 10 mA
(2) Events are seen as output transitions 1 ms after they occur
(3) Temperature of metered uid will affect transmitter temperature, see graph
1. The transmitter is attached to the ow meter’s threaded magnet shield. Hand tighten only. (~ 3 ft-lb)
2. The transmitter lid has four thread paths. To realign the cable, remove the lid and rotate up to 180° and
retighten using an alternate starting point. Tighten to compress the O-ring seal.
Removal
1. Remove electrical connections 2. Unscrew transmitter, using a wrench if necessary.
Removal note: The transmitter does not need to be removed from the ow meter for any eld servicing
or adjustments. Normally, the ow meter and transmitter are shipped back to the factory for calibration
or service as a unit. If the transmitter needs to be removed from the ow meter for installation, be sure to
retighten the transmitter snugly in order to ensure proper sensor alignment.
Moisture Protection
On all models, the housing is designed as a liquid and vapor-tight enclosure. There are O—ring seals at the lid
and possibly also the base of the housing — these need to be fully seated. A properly sealed transmitter will
prevent the formation of damaging moisture inside the housing.
Turck connector Model: The connector is sealed to the lid at the factory and is ready for use.
NPT Model: To ensure a moisture-tight seal, apply appropriate sealant to the threads at installation.
Electrical Installation —
Wiring
The electrical connector versions are pre-wired inside the transmitter and ready to accept a mating cable
(available from the factory). The liquid-tight, NPT models need to be wired during installation as shown in the
table below:
Frequency
Single Phase
Frequency
Case GroundCase
Single Phase
CommonComBlack4
Wiring
Power 5-26 VdcV+
Pulse OutputPh AWhite2
N/ANCGrey5
* A current sinking device produces an output pulse which is the opposite of a
sourcing device. A positive DC voltage must be applied to the wire running between
PhA and your PLC. When the output is triggered, this voltage will be grounded to
zero volts. Note: use a 5k ohms resistor to limit the current ow in the signal line.
All of the microprocessor based transmitters incorporate a LED to indicate that they are producing a pulse
output and/or detecting magnet rotation in the meter.
An alternating red/green or blue/green LED indicates that the circuit is detecting a rotating magnet and
should provide an output. Additional LED’s are present for setup, programming and troubleshooting and are
not intended for general use.
Error Codes
Flashes 8x a second to indicate that the magnet is not detected
Note: There are no selections or adjustments to be made on the circuit board. The only method of altering the
setup parameters is through the serial interface program. Contact the factory regarding P/N 294-100-050,
user interface software.
Field Compensation of transmitter
When a new transmitter is attached to a ow meter, the compensation routine should be performed to
optimize the performance of the system. This routine requires a steady ow rate which turns the meter at
between 15 and 1000 RPM. For the Model 295 and 296, the sequence is as follows:
1. Stabilize the ow rate
2. Push the compensation button on the PCA
3. The blue/green LED will change to solid blue for 6 to 8 revolutions of the meter
4. A green indicator light indicates a successful update of the compensation, a red indicator light
indicates that the previous compensation has been retained.
The operating limit of the meter/transmitter is a function of both the ambient and the metered uid
temperature, as shown in the following graphs. Although the electronic components are rated to 80°C
(175°F), additional heat can be conducted from the ow meter into the transmitter housing requiring a lower
ambient temperature limit for high uid temperatures.
To prolong the life of the transmitter and reduce the risk of component related failures over time, high
ambient temperatures >65°C (150°F) should be avoided if possible. It is a good idea to locate the transmitter
away from hot spots such as steam pipes, ovens and heaters. When working with elevated uid temperatures
>65°C (150°F), insulating the ow meter is required to reduce heating of the electronics by convection of hot
air off of the meter (especially for larger meters). The upper temperature limits shown in the curves rely on
ambient convection to remove heat from the transmitter housing, cooling the electronics. For this reason,
if operating near the upper temperature limit, the transmitter should not be insulated. At these elevated
temperatures, the transmitter will be very hot — exercise appropriate caution.