Omega FP-5060 User Manual

User’s Guide

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FP-5060

Series Micro-Flow Sensors

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It is the policy of OMEGA to comply with all worldwide safety and EMC/EMI regulations that apply. OMEGA is
constantly pursuing certifi cation of its products to the European New Approach Directives. OMEGA will add the
CE mark to every appropriate device upon certifi cation.

The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA Engineering, Inc. accepts
no liability for any errors it contains, and reserves the right to alter specifi cations without notice.
WARNING: These products are not designed for use in, and should not be used for, patient-connected applications.

OMEGA FP-5060 Series Micro Flow Sensor

OMEGA FP-5060 Series Micro-Flow Sensors

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do not remove from pressurized lines.

2. Do not exceed maximum temperature/pressure specifi cations.

3. Do not install/service without following installation instructions (see sensor manual).

4. Wear safety goggles and faceshield during installation/service.

5. Do not alter product construction.

6. Failure to follow safety instructions could result in severe personal injury!

1. Instrument Wiring

OMEGA FP-5060
Series Sensor

OMEGA FP-90 Series, FPM-5500,

Black (5 to 24 VDC)

Red (Signal out)

Shield (DC return)

Black

Shield

Red

Note: A 10 kΩ pull-up resistor is required as shown, if

not provided internal to the instrument. Contact
OMEGA Technical Support for assistance.

10 kΩ

+

-

Gnd.

Input

FPM-9020A

Blk
Power

Red
Freq. input

Shld
Gnd

5 to 24
VDC

Other
instrument

Technical Notes:

• Use 2-conductor twisted-pair shielded cable for cable splices up to 300 m (1000 ft) max.

• Maintain cable shield through cable splice.

• Route sensor cable away from AC power lines.

• AUX power required when used with any OMEGA FP90 Series Flow Transmitter.

Other

Instrument

2. Recommended Sensor Position

0°

30°30°

Recommended

mounting angles

Technical Notes:

• Horizontal surface mount (±30 °) recommended for optimum performance.

• Suitable for clean fl uids only. Suspended solids will cause mechanical failure.

• ¼ in. NPT or ISO 7/1 - R¼ (male) port connections

• NEMA 4X/IP65 splashproof enclosure

OMEGA FP-5060 Series Micro Flow Sensor

Vertical mounting

not recommended

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3. Surface Mount Instructions

Remove sensor then use correct

2

screws for panel material.

#6 or M3 metric

screws recommended

Mounting surface

4. Fitting Installation

CAUTION:

• Maximum pipe fi tting torque: 10 ft - lbs (13 N m).

• DO NOT overtighten. Failure to observe torque specifi cation may permanently damage sensor ports.

1

Pipe fittingPipe

120°

Mounting surface (top),

68 mm (2.68 in.) bolt circle

FP-5060

Mounting surface (side)

Pipe fitting Pipe

Sealant

Technical Notes:

• Compatible fi ttings (customer supplied): Female union (shown), reducer, or hose barb type.

• Always apply thread sealant to sensor port threads to prevent leakage.

5. Calibration

The K-Factors listed below represent the number of pulses the sensor will generate for each engineering unit of fl uid which passes.
They are listed in U.S. gallons, liters and mL by sensor model:

Sensor

Model

FP-5061 9950 2629 2.629

FP-5062 9950 2629 2.629

FP-5063 3160 834.9 0.835

FP-5064 3160 834.9 0.835

PULSES PER

U.S. GAL

PULSES PER

LITER

PULSES PER

mL

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OMEGA FP-5060 Series Micro Flow Sensor

6. Specifi cations

General

Flow range:
5061 and 5062: 0.11 to 2.6 lpm (0.03 to 0.7 gpm)
5063 and 5064: 1.13 to 12.11 lpm (0.3 to 3.2 gpm)

Linearity: ±1.2% of full range
Repeatability: ±0.5% of full range
Connections: ¼ in. NPT (male) or ISO 7/1 - R¼ (male)
Cable length: 8 m (25 ft.), can splice up to 300 m (1000 ft.) max.
Cable type: 2-conductor twisted pair w/shield (Belden 8451)
Weight: 250 g (9.6 oz.)

Wetted Materials

• Sensor body and cover: 40% glass fi lled Polyphenylene Sulfi de

• Rotor: PEEK, natural, unfi lled

• Rotor O-ring: Viton®

• Cover O-ring: Viton®

psi

25
20
15
10

bar

1.7

1.4

1.0

0.7

0.3

5

0

0

FP-5061/FP-5062 FP-5063/FP-5064

Pressure Drop Across Sensor vs. Flow Rate

0 1.9 3.8 5.7 7.6 9.5 11.4

0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3

Electrical

Supply voltage: 5 to 24 VDC, regulated
Supply current: 10 mA max.
Output type: Open-collector NPN transistor, 10 mA max sink

Quality Standard

• Manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001

Fluid Conditions

Max. pressure/temperature:
0 to 80°C (32 to 176°F) @ 5.5 bar (80 psi) max

L/m

gpm

Dimensions

Top View

100 mm (3.94 in.)

Mounting tabs for metric M3 or
standard #6 screws on 68 mm
(2.68 in.) bolt circle

OMEGA FP-5060 Series Micro Flow Sensor

Side View

36 mm (1.42 in.)

81 mm

(3.2 in.)

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NOTES:

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OMEGA FP-5060 Series Micro Flow Sensor

WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 13
months from date of purchase. OMEGA’s WARRANTY adds an additional one (1) month grace period to the normal
one (1) year product warranty to cover handling and shipping time. This ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive
maximum coverage on each product.

If the unit malfunctions, it must be returned to the factory for evaluation. OMEGA’s Customer Service
Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written
request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at
no charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purchaser,
including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of design limits,
improper repair, or unauthorized modification. This WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of
having been tampered with or shows evidence of having been damaged as a result of excessive corrosion;
or current, heat, moisture or vibration; improper specification; misapplication; misuse or other operating
conditions outside of OMEGA’s control. Components which wear are not warranted, including but not
limited to contact points, fuses, and triacs.

OMEGA is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various products. However,
OMEGA neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability for
any damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with information provided
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will be as specified and free of defects. OMEGA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR
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indemnification, strict liability or otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase price of the
component upon which liability is based. In no event shall OMEGA be liable for
consequential, incidental or special damages.

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humans, or misused in any way, OMEGA assumes no responsibility as set forth in our basic WARRANTY / DISCLAIMER
language, and, additionally, purchaser will indemnify OMEGA and hold OMEGA harmless from any liability or damage
whatsoever arising out of the use of the Product(s) in such a manner.

RETURN REQUESTS/INQUIRIES

Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA Customer Service Department. BEFORE RETURNING
ANY PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER MUST OBTAIN AN AUTHORIZED RETURN (AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S
CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT (IN ORDER TO AVOID PROCESSING DELAYS). The assigned AR number should then
be marked on the outside of the return package and on any correspondence.

The purchaser is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to prevent breakage in
transit.

FOR WARRANTY RETURNS, please have the
following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number under which the product

2. Model and serial number of the product under

3. Repair instructions and/or specifi c problems relative

OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible. This aff ords our customers the
latest in technology and engineering.

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warranty, and

to the product.

FOR NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS,

consult OMEGA for current
repair charges. Have the following information available
BEFORE contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number to cover the COST of the

repair,

2. Model and serial number of the product, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specifi c problems relative

to the product.

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