TRIO-WIRL V Vortex Flowmeter

Models VT4000 / VR4000

TRIO-WIRL S Swirl Flowmeter
Models ST4000 / SR4000

Instruction Bulletin D184B097U02 Rev. 0 / 12.99

TRIO-WIRL VT TRIO-WIRL ST

TRIO-WIRL VR TRIO-WIRL SR
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This Instruction Bulletin contains information relating to the assembly and
installation of the instrument and the specifications for this instrument design.
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Introductory Safety Notes
Regulated Usage
These flowmeters are to be installed only in the specified applications.
Every usage which exceeds the specifications is considered to be non-specified. Any damages resulting
therefrom are not the responsibility of the manufacturer.
The user assumes all risk for such usage.
The application specifications include the installation, start-up and service requirements specified by the
manufacturer

Assembly, Start-Up and Service Personnel

Please read this Instruction Bulletin and the safety notes before attempting installation, start-up or service.
Only qualified personnel should have access to the instrument.
The personnel should be familiar with the warnings and operating requirements contained in this Instruction
Bulletin.
Assure that the interconnections are in accordance with the Interconnection Diagrams, Ground the
flowmeter system

Observe the warning notes designated in this document by the symbol:

Hazardous Material Information

In view of the Disposal Law of 27 Aug. 86 (AbfG. 11 Special Wastes) the owner of special wastes is
responsible for its care and the employer also has, according to the Hazardous Material Law of 01 Oct. 86
(GefStoffV, 17 General Protection Responsibility), a responsibility to protect his employees, we must make
note that:
a) All flowmeter primaries and/or flowmeter converters which are returned to ABB Automation Products for
repair are to be free of any hazardous materials (acids, bases, solvents, etc.)
b) The flowmeter primaries must be flushed so that the hazardous materials are neutralized. There are
cavities in the primaries between the metering tube and the housing. Therefore after metering
hazardous materials the cavities are to be neutralized (see Hazardous Material Law -GefStoffV).
c) For service and repairs written confirmation is required that the measures listed in a) and b) have been
carried out.
d) Any costs incurred to remove the hazardous materials during a repair will be billed to the owner of the
equipment
Inhalt Seite

0. Introduction ..................................................................................................................1

I. Swirl Flowmeter Primary TRIO-WIRL S .....................................................................2

1. Functionality TRIO-WIRL S .......................................................................................... 2

2. Assembly and Installation Flowmeter Primary .........................................................3

2.1 Inspection ..................................................................................................................................................3
2.2 Installation of the Flowmeter Meter Primary in the Pipeline .......................................................................3
2.2.1 Installation Requirements ..........................................................................................................................3
2.2.2 Recommended In- and Outlet Sections .....................................................................................................3
2.2.3 Flowmeter Primary Installations for High Fluid Temperatures > 150 °C ....................................................4
2.2.4 Insulating the SFM .....................................................................................................................................4
2.2.5 Control Valve Installation ...........................................................................................................................4
2.3 Temperature Measurement .......................................................................................................................4

II. Vortex Flowmeter Primary TRIO-WIRL V ...................................................................5

3. Functionality TRIO-WIRL V .......................................................................................... 5

4. Assembly and Installation .......................................................................................... 6

4.1 Inspection ..................................................................................................................................................6
4.2 Installation of the Flowmeter Meter Primary in the Pipeline .......................................................................6
4.2.1 Installation Requirements ..........................................................................................................................6
4.2.2 Installation Requirements ..........................................................................................................................6
4.2.3 Recommended In- and Outlet Sections .....................................................................................................6
4.2.4 Flowmeter Primary Installation for High Fluid Temperatures > 150 °C ......................................................7
4.2.5 Insulating the VFM .....................................................................................................................................7
4.2.6 Control Valve Installation ...........................................................................................................................8
4.2.7 Centering the Wafer Design ......................................................................................................................8
4.3 Temperature Measurement .......................................................................................................................8

III. Converter TRIO-WIRL ..................................................................................................9

5. Electrical Interconnections ......................................................................................... 9

5.1 Converter Positioning ................................................................................................................................9
5.2 Supply Power Interconnection Examples ..................................................................................................9
5.3 Contact Output Interconnection Examples ..............................................................................................10

6. Communication, HART®-Protocol ............................................................................10

7. TRIO-WIRL VR/SR ......................................................................................................10

8. Date Entry/Operation and Configuration .................................................................11

8.1 LC-Display ...............................................................................................................................................11
8.2 Data Entry ................................................................................................................................................12
8.2.1 Data Entry for Converters without a Display ............................................................................................12
8.3 Menu Structure TRIO-WIRL ....................................................................................................................13
8.3.1 Configuring Gases, Steam or Liquids ......................................................................................................13
8.3.2 Data Entry in „Condensed Form“ .............................................................................................................14
8.4 Parameter Overview and Data Entry .......................................................................................................15
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9. Configuring Converter at Start-Up .......................................................................... 20

10. Additional Configuration Information ..................................................................... 20

10.1 Meter Size ............................................................................................................................................... 20
10.2 Current Output ........................................................................................................................................ 21
10.3 Hardware Configuration .......................................................................................................................... 21
10.4 Submenu Pulse Output ........................................................................................................................... 21
10.4.1 Submenu Pulse Width ............................................................................................................................ 21
10.5 Submenu Error Register ......................................................................................................................... 21
10.5.1 Error Register .......................................................................................................................................... 21
10.5.2 Mains Interrupt ....................................................................................................................................... 22
10.6 Normal Factor (see Section 8.3.1) .......................................................................................................... 22

11. Specifications Ex-Design ......................................................................................... 23

11.1 Interconnection Diagram VT41/ST41 ..................................................................................................... 23
11.2 Interconnection Diagram VR/SR ............................................................................................................. 23
11.3 Terminals 31/32 Supply Power or Supply Circuit .................................................................................... 23
11.4 Ex-Approval Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 23
11.5 Electrical Interconnections for the Ex-Design ......................................................................................... 24
11.6 Fluid Temperatures ................................................................................................................................. 25
11.7 Insulating the Flowmeter Primary ........................................................................................................... 25

12. EC-Type Examination Certificate ............................................................................. 26

13. EC-Certificate of Compliance ................................................................................... 29

14. Parameter Settings Overview .................................................................................. 30

 Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL
Flowmeter Primary Models ST/SR4000

0. Introduction
The descriptions of the flowmeters are divided into 3 main sections:
The first section (Chapters 1 & 2) describes the operating principles, assembly and installation of the Swirl Flowmeter
TRIO-WIRL S flowmeter primaries.
The second section (Chapters 3 & 4) describes the operating principles, assembly and installation of the Vortex Flowmeters
TRIO-WIRL V flowmeter primaries.
The third section (Chapters 5 – 11) describes the electrical interconnections (Standard and Ex-Designs) and the start-up
procedures for the TRIO-WIRL converter. There are two converter designs available:

a) Compact Design: Converter mounted directly on the flowmeter primary

Vortex Flowmeter Vortex Flowmeter Swirl Flowmeter

TRIO-WIRL VT TRIO-WIRL VT TRIO-WIRL ST
Wafer Design Flanged Design Flanged Design

b) Remote Mounted Design: The converter can be mounted up to 10m remote from the flowmeter primary.
The cable is permanently attached to the converter. It can be shortened if required.

Vortex Flowmeter Vortex Flowmeter Swirl Flowmeter

TRIO-WIRL VR TRIO-WIRL VR TRIO-WIRL SR
Wafer Design Flanged Design Flanged Design

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Swirl Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL S
Flowmeter Primary Models ST/SR4000

I. Swirl Flowmeter Primary

TRIO-WIRL S Piezo Sensor (opt. with Pt100)

1. Functionality Inlet Guide Body

The flowrate of gases, steam and liquids can be metered with

the Swirl Flowmeter (SFM) over a wide flow range independent
of the properties of the fluid being metered.
There are no moving parts in the SFM making it maintenance
and wear free.
Vortex Core Housing
Principle of Operation
The inlet guide body causes the axially entering flow to rotate. Flow Direction
In the center of this rotation a vortex core is formed, which due Fig. 1 Measurement Principle TRIO-WIRL S
to the backflow is forced into a spiral shaped secondary
rotation (see Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 ).
The flowrate proportional frequency signal generated in the
The frequency of the secondary rotation is proportional to flowmeter primary is processed in the converter into scaled
the flowrate and is linear over a wide flow range for optimized frequency and current output (4 - 20 mA) signals.
internal geometries.
This frequency is detected by a Piezo sensor.

Inlet Guide Body Housing Piezo Sensor

VA = 0

Flow Direction
v VA

VA

VA = 0

VA = Axial velocity component Stagnation

VT = Tangential velocity component Point p2
VT1
Vortex Core
(VT1 > VT2) p1 VT2
P = static pressure
(p1 < p2)
S i P i
Fig. 2 Swirl Flowmeter Principle of Operation

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 Swirl Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL
Flowmeter Primary Models ST/SR4000

2. Assembly and Installation 2.2.2 Recommended In- and Outlet Sections

Flowmeter Primary Due to the measurement principles of the Swirl Flowmeter it
can be installed with very minimal in- and outlet straight section
2.1 Inspection lengths. Fig. 3 shows the recommended lengths for the in- and
outlet straight sections for various installation conditions. No in-
Prior to installing the SFM check for mechanical damage to the
and outlet straight sections are required when single or double
flowmeter due to possible mishandling during shipment. All
elbows are installed up- or downstream from the flowmeter
claims for damage are to be made promptly to the shipper.
primary when the radius of the radius is greater than 1.8 x D.
2.2 Installation of the Flowmeter Meter Primary No additional in- and outlet straight sections are required
in the Pipeline downstream from reducers per DIN 28545 (α /2=8°).

2.2.1 Installation Requirements

The SFM can be installed at any arbitrary location in the
pipeline. Care should be exercised to assure that
• the ambient requirements are not exceeded
(see Specification Sheet TRIO-WIRL D184S035U02).
• the recommended in- and outlet straight sections are
provided (Fig. 3 ).
• the flow direction corresponds to the direction
indicated by the arrow on the flowmeter primary.
• the required minimum distance for removing the converter
and exchanging sensors is provided (see Specification
Sheet TRIO-WIRL D184S035U02).
• mechanical vibrations are to be eliminated, using supports
if required.
• the inside diameters of the flowmeter primary and the
pipeline are the same (see Specification Sheet
D184S035U02).
• pressure fluctuations at zero flowrate in long pipelines
should be eliminated by installing intermediate gate valves.
• flow pulsations resulting from piston pump or compressor
operation should be reduced by using appropriate
dampeners.
• when metering liquids the flowmeter primary is always
completely filled with fluid and cannot drain.
• for high fluid temperatures the flowmeter primary is installed
so that the electronic assembly is mounted at the side or
bottom of the flowmeter (Fig. 4 ).

Fig. 3 Recommended In- and Outlet Straight Sections

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Swirl Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL S
Flowmeter Primary Models ST/SR4000

2.2.3 Flowmeter Primary Installations for 2.2.4 Insulating the SFM

High Fluid Temperatures > 150 °C The flowmeter primary can be insulated to a max. thickness of
Note: 100 mm (see Fig. 6 ).
The interrelationship between the fluid and ambient
temperatures must be considered (Fig. 5).

Fig. 6 Pipeline Insulation

2.2.5 Control Valve Installation

Fig. 4 Installations for High Fluid Temperatures >150 °C
Control valves should be installed downstream from the
flowmeter (see Fig. 7)

1)
Ambient Temperature [°C]

Allowable Temperature
Range (only primary)

Side View, Pipline

Installations for
Fluid Temperature > 150°C

Fluid Temperature [°C]

Fig. 7 Control Valve Installation
Fig. 5 Ambient – Fluid Temperature Relationship

1) Cables suitable for T=110°C can be used for the supply

power terminals 31, 32 and the contact output terminals 41, 42 2.3 Temperature Measurement
without any reduction in the temperature range specifications. An option is available for the SFM for direct Pt100 temperature
Cables suitable only for temperatures T=80°C reduce the measurements. These temperature measurements can be
temperature range of the flowmeter as shown in Fig. 5. used to monitor the fluid temperature or for the measurement of
saturated steam in mass units.
For additional applications see Section III.

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 Vortex Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL V
Flowmeter Primary Models VT/VR4000

II. Vortex Flowmeter Primary

TRIO-WIRL V

3. Functionality

Strouhal No.
The flowrate of gases, steam and liquids can be metered the
the Vortex Flowmeter (VFM) over a wide flow range indepen- Linear Flow Range
dent of the properties of the fluid being metered.
Principle of Operation
The operation of the Vortex Flowmeter (VFM) is based on the
Karman Vortex Street principle. Vortices are formed alternately Reynolds No.
on both of its sides as a fluid flows around the shedder body.
The flow causes these vortices to be shed forming a vortex
street (Karman Vortex Street) Fig. 9 Strouhal No. / Reynolds No. Relationship
(Fig. 8 ).
As a result, the vortex shedding frequency to be evaluated, is a
function only of the flow velocity and is independent of the fluid
density and viscosity.
The local pressure changes resulting from the vortex shedding
are detected by a Piezo sensor and converted into electrical
impulses corresponding to the vortex shedding frequency.
The flowrate proportional frequency signal generated in the
flowmeter primary is processed in the converter into scaled
frequency and current (4-20 mA) output signals.

Shedder Piezo Sensor

(option with Pt100)

Fig. 8 Karman Vortex Street

The frequency f of the vortex shedding in proportional to the

flow velocity v and inversely proportional to the width of the
shedder body d:
v
f = St ⋅ ---
d
St, the Strouhal Number, a dimensionless number, defines the
quality of the vortex flowrate measurements.
By appropriate design of the shedder body, St is constant over
a wide Reynolds Number range (Fig. 9 ).
v⋅D
R e = -----------
ν
ν = kinematic viscosity
v = flow velocity
D = inside diameter of the meter tube

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Vortex Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL V
Flowmeter Primary Models VT/VR4000

4. Assembly and Installation 4.2.2 Recommended In- and Outlet Sections

4.1 Inspection
Prior to installing the VFM check for mechanical damage to the
flowmeter due to possible mishandling during shipment. All
claims for damage are to be made promptly to the shipper.

4.2 Installation of the Flowmeter Meter Primary

in the Pipeline

4.2.1 Installation Requirements

The VFM can be installed at any arbitrary location in the
pipeline. Care should be exercised to assure that
• the ambient requirements are not exceeded
(see Specification Sheet TRIO-WIRL D184S035U02).
• the recommended in- and outlet straight sections are
provided (Fig. 8).
• the flow direction corresponds to the direction indicated by
the arrow on the flowmeter primary.
• the required minimum distance for removing the converter
and exchanging sensors is provided (see Specification
Sheet TRIO-WIRL D184S035U02).
• mechanical vibrations are to be eliminated, using supports
if required.
• the inside diameters of the flowmeter primary and the pipe-
line are the same (see Specification Sheet D184S035U02).
• pressure fluctuations at zero flowrate in long pipelines
should be eliminated by installing intermediate gate valves.
• flow pulsations resulting from piston pump or compressor
operation should be reduced by using appropriate
dampeners.
• when metering liquids the flowmeter primary is always
completely filled with fluid and cannot drain.
• for high fluid temperatures the flowmeter primary should be
installed so that the electronic assembly is mounted at the
side or bottom of the flowmeter (Fig. 11).

Fig. 10 Recommended In- and Outlet Straight Sections

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 Vortex Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL V
Flowmeter Primary Models VT/VR4000

4.2.3 Flowmeter Primary Installation for 4.2.4 Insulating the VFM

High Fluid Temperatures > 150 °C The flowmeter primary can be insulated to a max. thickness of
Note: 100 mm (Fig. 13 ).
The interrelationship between the fluid and ambient
temperatures must be considered (Fig. 12 ).

Fig. 11 Installations for High Fluid Temperatures >150 °

Fig. 13 Pipeline Insulation

1)
Ambient Temperature

Allowable
Temperature Range HT-Design
for Std. Design ≤ 400°C
(≤ 280°C) Side View, Pipeline

Installation for
Fluid Temperatures > 150°C

Fluid Temperature [°C]

Fig. 12 Ambient – Fluid Temperature Relationship

1)
Cables suitable for T=110°C can be used for the supply
power terminals 31, 32 and the contact output 41, 42 without
any reduction in the temperature range specifications. Cables
suitable only for temperatures T=80°C reduce the temperature
range of the flowmeter as shown in Fig. 12.

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Vortex Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL V
Flowmeter Primary Models VT/VR4000

4.2.5 Control Valve Installation

Centering ring
U-plate or segment Nut

Gasket

Sensor
Shedder
Flow direction

Fig. 14 Control Valve Installation Fig. 16 Assembly of wafer design

4.2.6 Centering the Wafer Design 4.3 Temperature Measurement

An option is available for the VFM for direct Pt100 temperature
measurements. These temperature measurements can be
used to monitor the fluid temperature or for the measurement of
Centering Ring
saturated steam in mass units.

Bolts

Centering Segment

Fig. 15 Wafer Design Centering with Ring or

Segment

The outside diameter of the flowmeter primary and the bolts are
utilized to center the Wafer Design flowmeters in the pipeline.
Dependent on the pressure rating of the flowmeter primary,
sleeves to be placed over the bolts or centering rings are
included with the shipment.

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 Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL
Converter

III. Converter TRIO-WIRL 5.2 Supply Power Interconnection Examples

a) Supply Power from a Central Power Supply
5. Electrical Interconnections
Ground
The flow metering system TRIO-WIRL is designed as a 2-wire
instrument, i.e. the supply power and the current output signal
(4-20 mA) both use the same pair of connection leads.
Any one of the following functions can be assigned to the
separate contact output:: Pulse output, min. or max. alarm
(temperature or flowrate) or system alarm.

Ground

Fig. 19 Central Power Supply

Terminals b) Voltage Supply from Transmitter Power Supply

Current Output
Ground
Terminals
Contact Output

Transmitter
Ground Power Supply

Fig. 17 Connection Box TRIO-WIRL

Ground

5.1 Converter Positioning

Fig. 20 Transmitter Power Supply

UM = Supply voltage TRIO-WIRL = min. 14 V DC

US = Supply voltage, 14 - 46 V DC
RB = Max. allow. load for Transmitter Power Supply
(e.g. indicator, recorder, cable resistor, etc.)
R= Max. allow. load for the output circuit is determined by
the Transmitter Power Supply (e.g. indicator, recorder,
etc.)
Loosen locking
screw -

P re ss
out
bolts

Fig. 18 Rotating the Converter Housing

It is possible during the installation to position the converter

housing for optimal readability. A simple mechanical block Allowable
prevents the housing from being rotated more than 330°. This Load
protects the cable which is connected to the flowmeter primary.
1. Loosen the locking screw on the converter housing with a
4 mm hex wrench.
2. Press out the bolt. Fig. 21 Load Diagram

3. Rotate the converter housing in the desired direction.

4. Reinsert the bolt.
5. Tighten the locking screw.

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Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL
Converter

5.3 Contact Output Interconnection Examples Current Output During an Alarm Condition
High = 21-26 mA (programmable)
For operation using the HART-Protocol see the separate
Instruction Bulletin.

Contact
Output Input, SPC etc.
with UB = 16-30 V
TRIO-WIRL

Fig. 22 Contact Output Interconnection Example

The value of the resistance RE is a function of the supply power

UB and the selected signal current IB.

U Fig. 24 HART-Communication
RE = ------B-
IB

7. TRIO-WIRL VR/SR
The TRIO WIRL VR/SR (Fig. 27 ) is based on the VT/ST
R technology and includes all the options available in the VT/ST
e mi
UB in V

n= models. The converter is mounted remotely from the flowmeter

2k primary when it is installed in a location difficult to access. This
Oh
Re

m
ma

design also offers advantages when the ambient conditions at

x=

the flowmeter primary are extreme. The maximum distance

80
kO

between the converter and the flowmeter primary is 10 m. A

hm

special cable is utilized to interconnect the flowmeter primary

IB in mA and the converter (permanently attached to the converter)

Fig. 23 Relationship RE at the Contact Output as a Function of .

the Voltage and Current

6. Communication, HART-Protocol
The HART-Protocol provides for digital communication
between a process control system/PC, handheld terminal and
the TRIO-WIRL. All parameters, such as meter location specific
data, can be transmitted from the converter to the process
control system or PC. In the reverse direction it is possible to
reconfigure the converter.
The digital communication utilizes an ac signal superimposed
on the current output (4-20 mA) which does not affect any other
instruments connected to the output.
Transmission Mode
FSK-Modulation on the 4-20 mA current output per Bell 202
Standard. Max. signal amplitude 1.2 mAPP.
Logic 1: 1200 Hz Fig. 25 TRIO-WIRL VR/SR
Logic 0: 2200 Hz
The WINDOWS software program SMART VISION  is used After the installation has been completed, the cable can be cut
for the HART-Communication. Detailed information will be to the length required to reach he flowmeter primary. Because
provided upon request. the signals between the flowmeter primary and converter are
Load, Current Output not amplified all connections must be made with care and the
leads positioned in the connection box so that they are not
Min. 250 Ω, max. 750 Ω affected by vibrations.
max. cable length
1500 m AWG 24 twisted and shielded
Baudrate
1200 Baud

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 Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL
Converter

8. Date Entry/Operation and

Configuration
Cable Termination Details 8.1 LC-Display
After the power is turned on the instrument automatically
executes a number of self test routines. After they have been
concluded the Standard–Process–Display (process informa-
tion) appears.
The values which are to be displayed can be user configured
To Converter

Qv m3 / h
13.56
Conn. Terminals Conn. Terminals Actual flowrate in direct reading engineering units
Flowrate Sensor Pt100
Qv m3
409.8
Totalized actual flow
Fig. 26 Connection Box TRIO-WIRL VR/SR Flowmeter Primary
T °C
185.6

Converter
Fluid temperature
TRIO-WIRL VR/SR
in the Multiplex-Mode it is possible to display additional
information. The display alternates every 10 s.

Supply Power An error message is displayed during an error condition:

Connections
Yellow
Brown

Green
White

Gray

Flowrate
Blue
Pink

Red

> 115%
Flowmeter Primary
Ground TRIO-WIRL VR/SR
This message is displayed alternately in clear text and with its
error code number. The clear text message is displayed only for
Fig. 27 Interconnections between Converter and
Flowmeter Primary the error with the highest priority while all the active errors are
indicated by their error code numbers.
No. Error Priority
0 Steam calculations 0
1 -
2 Front end 0
3 Flowrate > 115 % 2
4 Temperature 0
5 Data base 0
6 Totalizer defective 1
7 Qv > 115 % Rangemax 2

Current output is always set to 22.4 mA during an error condi-

tion.

Warning:
For error codes 3 and 7 the output current is always
set to 22.4 mA. Error 7 must be reset by pressing a
key or interrupting the power to the converter.

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Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL
Converter

8.2 Data Entry 8.2.1 Data Entry for Converters without a Display
The data can be entered using either the 3 buttons, DATA, In this design version the converter is operated and configured
STEP and C/CE on the converter or with the Magnetic Stick from a separately ordered Operator Unit 55BE1000 (for order-
when the housing cover is closed. ing information see Specification Sheet TRIO-WIRL) or by
STEP using the HART-Protocol.
DATA C/CE

Buttons for
Direct Entry After the converter cover has been removed, the cable included
with the Operator Unit can be plugged into its socket. The
Magnetic
keypad layout is similar to that described in Section 8.2 .
Sensors

Rotate in 90°
Steps

Fig. 28 Converter Keypad and Display

The converter remains on-line during data entry, i.e., the

current and pulse outputs continue to indicate the actual
instantaneous flowrate values. The individual buttons are
described below:

C/CE The C/CE-key is used to toggle back and

forth between the operating mode and the
menu display.
STEP ↑ The STEP-key is one of two arrow keys.
STEP is used to scroll forward through the
menu. All desired parameters can be
accessed.
DATA ↓ The DATA-key is one of two arrow keys.
DATA is used to scroll backward through
the menu. All desired parameters can be Fig. 29 Data Entry for Converters without a Display
accessed.
ENTER The ENTER function requires that both arrow
Warning:
keys, STEP and DATA, be pressed simulta-
neously. ENTER is utilized to access the When the converter housing is opened the EMC-
values in the parameter to be changed and to Protection is voided.
accept the new values or selections.
The ENTER function is only active for approx.
Note:
10 Sec. If no entries are made during this 10
Sec. time interval the old value is redisplayed
on the converter. If an additional 10 seconds
elapses without any action, the standard
! During data entry the values entered are checked for
plausibility and if necessary, rejected with an appropriate
message in the display.
process display reappears.

ENTER Function for Magnetic Stick Operation

The ENTER function is initiated when the DATA/ENTER sensor
is activated for more than 3 seconds. The display blinks to
indicate that the function is active.

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 Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL
Converter

8.3 Menu Structure TRIO-WIRL 2nd Level: Specialist

In contrast to the standard menu the complete set of user
The menu structure is subdivided in 3 user levels:
specific parameters are accessible in this menu.
1st Level: Standard Menu
3rd Level: Service
The standard menu provides a quick means for configuring the
The Service-Menu is only accessible to ABB Automation
instrument. All user specific menu entries required for operating
Products Customer Service personnel.
the instrument can be set in this menu.

8.3.1 Configuring Gases, Steam or Liquids

The selections for the available operating modes, the required parameters and the additional menus displayed are listed in the
following table.

Operating Fluid Measurement Equations Correction Additional Menus

Mode1) Method Parameters Displayed
Liquid Liquid Volume flowrate   
Qv
Liquid2) Liquid Mass flowrate Ref. density ρ0; Units density
Qm(D,T) Qm = Qv ⋅ ρ ( T ) Ref. temp. T 0 Operating density
Operating temperature
ρ ( T ) = ρ 0 ⋅ (1 + ( T oper – T 0 ) ⋅ β2 ) Operating temp. Toper
Units Qm
Density Expansion
Coefficient ß2
Liquid2) Liquid Mass flowrate Volume Expansion Units Density
Qm (V, T) Qm = Qn ⋅ ρ 0 Coefficient [%/K] ß1 Operating density
Ref. temp. T0 Operating temperature
Operating temp. Toper Vol._Exp_coef
Qv Ref. density ρ0 Units Qm
Qn = ------------------------------------------------------- (Temperature is measured)
( 1 + ( T oper – T 0 ) ⋅ β1 )

Gas Gas Volume flowrate at   

Qv operating conditions
Gas Normal2) Gas Normal flowrate Operating press. Poper abs Operating pressure
Pbtr 273K
Qn (pT) 1.013 bar / 0°C Qn = Qv ⋅ ------------------------ ⋅ --------------------------------- Operating temp. Toper Units Pressure
0 - 1.013 bar / 20°C 1, 013 bar 273K + T oper

Gas Std2) Gas Standard flowrate Operating press. Poper abs 

Pbtr 60°F
Qs (pT) 14. 7psia / 60°F Q s = Qv ⋅ ------------------------- ⋅ ------------------------------- Operating temp. Toper
14, 7psia 60°F + T oper
Gas Normal Gas Normal flowrate Normal factor as a Normal factor
Qn (Kmpf) 1.013 bar / 0°C Qn = Qv ⋅ Norm al fa c tor constant
(Compressibility Factor)
ρ oper
Normal factor = ------------
ρ0

Gas Mass2) Gas Mass flowrate Operating press. Poper abs Units Density
Qm (pT) Normal conditions Qm = ρ ⋅ Qn Normal density ρ0 Normal density
1.013 bar / 0°C
0 Normal conditions
Operating temp. Toper
or 1.013 bar /20°C Pbtr 273K Operating temperature
Qn = Qv ⋅ ------------------------ ⋅ ----------------------------------- Press_ Poper_abs
1, 013 bar 273K + T oper Units Qm
(Temperature is measured)
Gas Mass Gas Mass flowrate Constant operating Units Density
Qm (D) Qm = Qv ⋅ ρ oper density ρoper Operating density
Units Qm
Sat. Steam2) Saturated Mass flowrate Operating temp. Toper Units Qm
steam Qm = Qv ⋅ ρoper ( Toper )
Qm

Corrections using Saturated Steam Tables

Sat. Steam Saturated Volume flowrate at   
Qv steam operating conditions

Qm = Mass flowrate [kg/h] 1)

The possible measurement methods are a function of the type
Qv = Actual volume flowrate [m3/h of flowmeter calibration.
Qn = Normal flowrate [m3/h]
2)
Poper = Operating pressure These measurement methods can only be selected when a
ß1 = Volume Expansion Coefficient temperature measurement is integrated in the flowmeter.
ß2 = Density Expansion Coefficient
ρ0 = Normal density
ρoper = Operating density

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8.3.2 Data Entry in „Condensed Form“

Action Use Keys= Display Information
Note: Turn off Qv % Standard-Display

! The program protection

must be turned off before
data can be entered.
Program Protection
↓
1) Enter programming mode
-
↓
C/CE
10.5
↓
An arbitrary
parameter is displayed
↓ ↓ ↓
2) Find parameter *Prog.
STEP or DATA
“Prog. Protection” Protect.*
↓ ↓ ↓
3) Access on
ENTER
„Prog. Protection“
↓
4) Turn off off
ENTER
Program Protection

Direct Numeric Entry Entry from a Table

Example: Set Qmax value Example: Set meter size
Action Keys = Display Information Action Keys = Display Information

1) Find Parameter Qmax 1) Select parameter Meter

STEP or DATA STEP or DATA
“Qmax” „Meter size“ size
↓
2) Check “Qmax” 5.000 2) Check 15 mm
ENTER ENTER
setting l/s „Meter Size“ 1/2 in
↓
3) Change Parameter 0 3) Change parameter 15 mm
ENTER ENTER
“Qmax” l/s „Meter Size“ 1/2 in
4) Enter the desired ↓
number series 4 . 5 2 5 4) Select „Meter 50 mm
STEP or DATA
l/s Size“ from table. 2 in

4xDATA 5) Accept new Meter

ENTER
STEP Meter Size Size
10xDATA (decimal point)
STEP
5xDATA
STEP
2xDATA
STEP
5xDATA

4) *The C/CE key clears the entry

↓
5) Accept new Qmax 4.525
ENTER
value l/s

Exit from Qmax or Meter Size *Prog.

STEP or DATA
Find Program Protection Protection*
↓ ↓ ↓
Access parameter off
ENTER
setting
↓ ↓ ↓
Turn program protection on
ENTER
on again
↓ ↓ ↓
Return to Standard Display/ Qv %
C/CE Standard Display
Process Information 10.5

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8.4 Parameter Overview and Data Entry

The menus shaded in gray are included in the Standard Level.

Submenu/ Submenu/ Entry Comments

Key Submenu/Parameter Parameter Select Selections Type
Setting Parameter
from table „Standard“: This menu
User Locked Standard_ Standard includes all the user specific
Enter
Level ENTER menu parameters for operating
the instrument;
„Specialist“: This menu
Specialist
Specialist includes the complete set of
user specific menu parameters;

Service_ Enter „Service“: This menu includes

SRV Code_ additional parameters which
can be accessed after entering
ENTER
the correct Service Code No.
(only for ABB Service)
PP Old 0
2x
_Code Code
ENTER ENTER

If a number differing from „0“

New 9999
(Factory setting) has been
Code selected for the Prog. Protec-
ENTER
tion Code, then this PP-Code
(1-9999) must be entered to
turn the protection off.

Language English English_ English/German from table Language for the display
Enter ENTER

German_

Primary VORTEX SWIRL SWIRL ST/SR, from table Flowmeter primary selection
Enter VT / VR_ ENTER ST / SR_ VORTEX VT/VR SWIRL = TRIO-WIRL S
VORTEX = TRIO-WIRL V
VORTEX_
VT/VR_

Meter D 300 mm D 250 mm Swirl ST/SR from table Meter size of the SWIRL or
size Enter 12in_ ENTER 10 in_ DN 15 (1/2”) - Vortex flowmeter primary
400 (16”)
A 300 mm VORTEX VT/VR from table
12 in_ DIN: D DN 15 - 300
ANSI: A 1/2” - A 12”
Median 52000.0 Display of the average calibra-
k-Factor Enter 1/m3 tion factor value; k-Factor

Flow Liquid Liquid from table Fluid = Liquid

mode Enter QV ENTER Qv_ _ (see Pg. 13)

Liquid Fluid = Liquid

Qm(S, T) Oper. mode: Mass (see Pg. 13)

Liquid Fluid = Liquid

Qm(V, T) Oper. mode: Mass (see Pg. 13)

Gas Fluid = Gas (see Pg. 13)

Qv_ _ Oper. mode: Volume

Gas Normal Fluid = Gas

Qn(pT)_ (see Pg. 13)

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Submenu/ Submenu/ Entry Comments

Key Submenu/Parameter Parameter Select Selections Type
Setting Parameter

Gas Std Standard flowrate: Gas

Qs(pT) _ Explanation see Page 13

Gas Normal Normal flowrate: Gas

Qn(KmpF) Explanation see Page 13

Gas Mass Mass flowrate: Gas

Qm(pT) Explanation see Page 13

Gas Mass Mass flowrate: Gas

Qm(D) Explanation see Page 13

S- Steam Mass flowrate: Sat. steam

Qm Explanation see Page 13

S- Steam Actual flowrate: Sat. steam

Qv

Unit kg/l_ kg/m3_ g/l, g/cm3, g/l, kg/l, from table Menu displayed for selection
Liquid Qm (S,T), Liquid
density
Enter
ENTER kg/l, kg/m3, lb/ft3,
Qm (V,T), Gas Mass Qm (pT),
lb/ugl, g/ml_,
Gas Mass Qm(D)

Referenc 1.000 0 0.001 - 1000.000 from table Menu displayed for selection
density Enter kg/l_ _ ENTER kg/l_ Liquid Qm (S,T), Liquid
Qm (V,T), Gas Mass Qm(D)
Normal 0.001 kg/l 0 0.000 - 0.100 from table Menu displayed for selection
density Enter kg/l_ ENTER kg/l_ Gas Mass Qm (pT)

Compres- Enter 1.000 0 0.001 - 1000.000 numeric Menu displayed for selection
sibility ENTER
Gas Normal Qn(Kmpf)

Normal factor = ρoper : ρ0

see Table on Page 13
Normal Enter 1.0133 bara 1.0133 bara Menu displayed for selection
condi. 0 °C ENTER
20 °C Gas Mass Qm(pT)
Gas Norm Qn (pT)

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Submenu/ Submenu/ Entry Comments

Key Submenu/Parameter Parameter Select Selections Type
Setting Parameter

Unit °C F_ °C, F,K from table

Temp Enter ENTER

Referenc 20.0 °C -200.0 - 500.0 Menu displayed for selection

Temp. Enter 2, 3, 7 see Legends Pg. 19

Pressure 1.0 bar Menu displayed for selection

Popr abs Enter Gas Mass Qm(pT)

[Link]- 1.00 %./K Menu displayed for selection

ension Enter Liquid Qm(V,T)

Unit m3/h m3/d_ Qvol and Qm function of Selection of volume units for
„Operating Mode“! Qv, Qn and Qs
Qvol ENTER
l/s, l/m, l/h, m3/s, m3/m,
Enter m3/h, m3/d ft3/s, ft3/m, ft3/
h, ft3/d, usgps, usgpm,
usgph, usmgd, igps,
igpm, igph, igpd, bbl/s,
bbl/s, bbl/h, bbl/d
Unit kg/s kg/h_ kg/s, g/h, kg/s, kg/m, from table Menu displayed for selection
kg/h, kg/d, t/m, t/h, t/d, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9
Qm ENTER
lb/s, lb/m, lb/h, lb/d
see Legends Pg. 19
Enter

QmaxDN 84.000 Display of max. flowrate for

operating Enter m3/h ENTER
the selected meter size

Qmax 84.000 0 0.15-1.15 x Rangemax numeric Rangemax: End value for the
Enter m3/h ENTER m3/d_ _ numeric selected flowrate mode
Operating mode (=20 mA)
Qmin 1.000 0 0-10 % numeric Low flow cutoff value -
operating Enter m3/h_ _ ENTER m3/h_ _ Range max volume cannot be changed!

Totalizer Qv m3 Display of totalizer value based

ENTER l0.00 Enter on operating mode Qv, Qn, Qm

Over- 10 Display of number of overflows;

flow max. 65.535
1 overflow = 10,000,000
Units m3 m3, ft3, usgal, igal, igl, from table Selection of the totalizer units
Enter bbl, l, g, kg, t, lb as a function of the selected
Totalizer
operating mode
ft3_ Volume or mass flowrate
ENTER

Totalizer Enter Reset

reset -> Enter_

Damping 50.0 0 0.2 - 100 s from table Current output damping

Enter s ENTER s_ Response time 1 τ
(=63 %) for step flowrate
changes
Hardware l/HART I/HART_ from table Contact Output
Config. Enter ENTER
Configuration:
Current, HART-Protocol.
I/HART/ Current, HART-Protocol
Pulse_Bin_ Contact output: Pulse

I/HART/ Current, HART-Protocol

Q_Alarm_ Contact output: flowrate alarm
closes at alarm

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Submenu/ Submenu/ Entry Comments

Key Submenu/Parameter Parameter Select Selections Type
Setting Parameter

I/HART/ Current, HART-Protocol,

T_Alarm_ Contact output:
Temperature alarm
closes at alarm
I/HART/ Current, HART-Protocol,
S-Alarm_ Contact output: System alarm
closes at alarm

Note: [Link] Max. Q_Alarm menus only displayed

when I/HART/Q_Alarm is selected.
Min. 10.000 0 0 - 100 % of Qmax numeric Min-Alarm flowrate
Q_Alarm Enter %_ ENTER %_ _ 0 % = turned off

Max. 80.000 0 0 - 100 % of Qmax numeric Max-Alarm flowrate

Q_Alarm Enter %_ ENTER %_ _ 100 % = turned off

Note: [Link] Max. T_Alarm menus only displayed numeric

when I/HART/T_Alarm is selected.
Min. 50 0 -60 °C to 410 °C numeric Min Alarm temperature
T_Alarm Enter C_ ENTER C_ _ -60 °C = turned off

Max. 180.000 0 -60 °C to 410 °C numeric Max Alarm temperature

T_Alarm Enter C_ _ ENTER C_ _ 410 °C = turned off

Iout at 22.4 0 21-26 mA numeric Current output value for Alarm

alarm Enter mA_ ENTER mA_ programmable

Pulse 100.000 5 0.001 - 1000 numeric For internal and external flow
factor Enter 1/m3_ _ ENTER 1/m3_ _ Pulses/unit totalizers

Note: Pulse width menu only displayed when Selection of units for output
I/HART/Pulse_Bin is selected.
Pulse 10 0 1 - 256 ms numeric Max. 50 % on/off. Warning is
width Enter ms_ _ ENTER ms_ _ displayed if too high a value is
entered.
Display Main Q oper.-
Enter Display ENTER mode _

Qv Qv operate from table Selections for the main display

Operate_ Normal, standard
Qm Mass
Percent_ Percent
Totalizer
Temperature
Totalizer_ Frequency
_

Tempera-
ture_ _

Frequency
_

None_
_

Multipl. Q Oper. from table Selection of the value to be

Display ENTER mode _ multiplexed in the display

Qv
Operate_

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Submenu/ Submenu/ Entry Comments

Key Submenu/Parameter Parameter Select Selections Type
Setting Parameter

Percent__
_

Totalizer_
_

Tempera-
ture_ _

Frequency
_

None
_

2 line multi. Enter Off On 2nd line Multiplex operation

_ _ „On“ or „Off“

Error Error Display of detected errors

ENTER Register ENTER ...3....

Mains Counter for number of power

Enter interruptions since start-up
interrupt

10

Self Iout Enter 0 0 to 115 % numeric Test current output

ENTER check ENTER % manual control
(100 % = 20 mA)

Q Simu- 0% 0 to 115 % Flowrate simulation (current

lation and pulse outputs)

EEPROM Automatic Test EEPROM (used to store

test the meter location parameter
values)
Contact Select „open“ or „closed“
Output

Pulse 0=pulse
output 1=no pulse

HART-Trans- .
mit

HART-Com- -- Test HART-Receiver

mand

Instr. 0-15 - For HART-Protocol 1-15

address - 1-15 Multiplex operation

50VT4 D699C00x Display of software version

09/1999 ENTER U01 A.01 with the revision date
Enter = revision number of
display installed
Legends for Liquids, Gases and Steam Calculations:
1) Liquid QV = Volume flowrate 6) Gas Norm Qn(Kmpf) = Normal flowrate
2) Liquid Qm(S,T) = Mass flowrate 7) Gas Mass Qm(pt) = Mass flowrate
3) Liquid Qm(V,T) = Mass flowrate 8) Gas MassQm(D) = Mass flowrate
4) Gas Qv = Actual flowrate 9) S-Steam Qm = Saturated steam mass flowrate
5) Gas Norm Qn(pT) = Normal flowrate 10) S-Steam Qv = Saturated steam volume flowrate

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9. Configuring Converter at Start-Up Calibration K-Factor

The measurement system has been configured by ABB

Automation Products prior to shipment based on the informa- Avg.
tion included with the Order. All the required values have been k-Factor
entered. Because the instruments can be installed universally,
i.e., for liquids or gases, it is recommended that the following
parameter settings be checked at start-up: The average k-Factor value displayed must be identical to the
value listed on the Instrument Tag.
Software:
Each flowmeter is calibrated on a test stand at 5 flowrate
Parameter Action
values. The calibration factors are entered in the converter and
1. Meter size Select Meter Size. The displayed value must be recorded on a calibration report. An average calibration factor
identical to the size listed on the Instr. Tag
value is calculated and listed on the Instrument Tag.
2. Operating mode
3. k-Factor Select k-Factor. The displayed value must be Typical calibration factor values and the signal frequencies
identical to the value listed on the Instr. Tag. for liquids and gases are listed in the following table. These val-
4. Which flowrate units are to be used for the display ues are approximate guidelines only.:
indications and for the totalizer values? Vortex Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL V
Mass Units Volume Units Meter Size Typ. Liquid Gas
Parameter Action Parameter Action k-Factor fmax at f max at
Qvmax Qvmax
Operating mode select Operating mode select from
Inch DN max [1/m3] [Hz] [Hz]
Mass Volume, Normal table
Standard, 1/2 15 22500 400 1620
Actual 1 25 48000 240 1990
Density units from table Units select from 1-1/2 40 14500 190 1520
Qm Qv/Qn/Qs/ table 2 50 7500 150 1030
l/min 3 80 2100 102 700
Operating enter Normal factor (only enter value 4 100 960 72 500
density for Qs, Qn) 6 150 290 50 360
Units Qm from table 8 200 132 32 240
kg/s 10 250 66 14 120
12 300 39 10 70
5. Enter the desired flow range in the units selected above in
the parameter Qmax Operating Mode. Swirl Flowmeter TRIO-WIRL S
Entry range: 0.15 to 1.15 x Range max actual. Meter Size Typ. Liquid Gas
6. Check the low flow cutoff value in the parameter k-Factor fmax at f max at
Qmin Actual Qvmax Qvmax
Inch DN max [1/m3] [Hz] [Hz]
Entry range: 0 to 0.1 x Range max.
1/2 15 440000 185 1900
7. Select the units for the internal and external totalizers in the
3/4 20 165000 100 1200
parameter Units Totalizer.
1 25 86000 135 1200
8. The response time of the converter can be set in the 1-1/4 32 33000 107 1200
parameter Damping. Default setting is 3 sec. 1-1/2 40 24000 110 1330
9. Select submenu Display and select desired values, e.g. 2 50 11100 90 1100
For main display select percent 3 80 2900 78 690
For multiplex display select totalizer values 4 100 1620 77 700
The measurement system is ready for operation. 6 150 460 40 470
8 200 194 23 270
10. Additional Configuration Information 12 300 54 16 92
10.1 Meter Size 16 400 upon request 13 80

This parameter is used to define the flowmeter size of the The converter calculates the actual flowrate using the following
installed flowmeter since the same converter can be used for all equations:
flowmeter sizes. f
Q = ---
k
The meter size is set at the factory for the flowmeter primary Q= Actual flowrate at operating conditions [m3/s]
assigned to the converter (see Instrument Tag). f = Frequency [1/s]
k = Calibration k-Factor [1/m3]

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10.2 Current Output 10.4.1 Submenu Pulse Width

If the pulse output function is to be assigned to the contact

! output it is necessary that the parameter “I/HART/

Pulse_Bin“ be selected in the menu „Hardware Config“.
Otherwise this menu is hidden.

Pulse
width

1 - 256 ms
The pulse width (length of the pulses) for the scaled pulse
output can be set between 1 and 256 ms.
The measurement value output characteristic for the current
output is shown in the curve: Above the Qmin (operating mode) The program monitors the relationship of the pulse width to the
value the curve is a straight line whose value at 4 mA is Q = 0 period of the max. pulse frequency (at 115 % flowrate). If an
and whose value at 20 mA is the value of Qmax (operating on/off ratio ≥ 50 % results, a warning is displayed and the old
mode). The current output for flowrates less than the low flow value is retained.
cutoff value Qmin is set 4 mA equivalent to Q = 0.

10.3 Hardware Configuration

10.5 Submenu Error Register
The function assigned to the contact output (terminals 41, 42)
This menu contains the error register and the supply power
is selected in this submenu. The menus „Pulse width“, „Min and
interruption counter.
Max Q_Alarm“ or „Min and Max T_Alarm“ are displayed based
on the selection of the output function. „
Error
Selections Contact Output Menus
Function Displayed Register
I/HART None None
I/HART/Pulse_Bin Pulse output Pulse width
I/HART/Q_Alarm_ Flow alarm Min. and Max.
10.5.1 Error Register
Q_Alarm
I/HART/T_Alarm_ Temperature alarm Min. and Max. Error
T_Alarm
I/HART/S_Alarm_ System alarm None
...3.56...

Submenu Error Register

Display of the error register contents
10.4 Submenu Pulse Output
This menu is used to configure the scaled pulse output to the All errors detected are permanently stored in the error register,
user requirements. whether they occurred momentarily or for a long time period.
Every number in the error register display represents a specific
Pulse error type
Display: ....... = OK or ... 3.56... = Error codes
factor
The error register can be cleared by pressing the “ENTER“ key.

0.001 - 100 Error No. Error Priority

0 Steam calculations 0
The pulse factor is the number of pulses per selected flow unit. 1 - -
2 Front End 0
3 Flowrate > 115 % 2
4 Temperature 0
5 Data Base 0
6 Totalizer defective 1
7 Qv > 115 % Qmax 2

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10.5.2 Mains Interrupt

Mains interrupt

The converter counts the number of times the supply power

was turned off or interrupted. This number can be displayed in
this parameter. The mains interrupt counter can be reset with
the command “Reset Error”. This parameter is located in the
Service level and requires entry of the Service Code number for
access.

10.6 Normal Factor (see Section 8.3.1)

QN ( 1,013bar + p ) 273
-------- = --------------------------------------- × -------------------------
QV 1,013bar ( 273 + T )

Since the mass flowrate at both conditions is equal the following

equation is also applicable:

QN ρV
-------- = ------
QV ρN

Q N = Normal flowrate at normal conditions

Q V = Actual flowrate at operating conditions
p = Pressure at operating conditions
T = Temperature at operating conditions [°C]
ρV = Density at operating conditions
ρN = Density at normal conditions

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11. Specifications Ex-Design 11.3 Terminals 31/32

Supply Power or Supply Circuit
EC-Type Examination Certificate TÜV 99 ATEX 1465
Markings: II 2G EEx ib IIC T4

11.1 Interconnection Diagram VT41/ST41

a) E9 C9 PA

42 41 32- 31+
The minimum voltage US of 14 V is based on a
load of 0 Ω

2) 1)
US= Supply voltage
RB= Maximum allow. load in the supply circuit
e.g. Indicator, Recorder or resistor

1) Supply power, standard 14-28 V DC, terminals 31/32 11.4 Ex-Approval Specifications
2) Contact output, terminals 42/41 (optional)
Ambient temperature -55 °C to 70 °C
a) Function E9/C9:
The scaled pulse output (passive) optocoupler, is VT41/ST41
configured as a NAMUR contact (per DIN 19234). VR41/SR41
The internal resistance is approx. 1000 Ω, the resistance of
the open contact > 10 k Ω. Supply circuit II 2G EEx ib IIC T4
Pulse width selectable between 1 ms and 256 ms but Terminals 31, 32 Ui = 28 V
limited to max. 50 % of the period. Ii = 110 mA
Max. frequency fmax = 100 Hz. UM= 60 V Pi = 770 mW
Effective int. capacitance: 12.8 nF
Fig. 30 Interconnection Diagram VT41 /ST41 Effective int. capacitance to ground:
24 nF
Effective int. inductance: 0.27 mH
11.2 Interconnection Diagram VR/SR Contact output Ui = 15 V
Terminals 41, 42 Ii = 30 mA
Pi = 115 mW
red UM= 60 V Effective int. capacitance: 11.6 nF
blue a) Effective int. capacitance to ground:
pink 19.6 nF
Flowmeter Primary

gray 2) Effective int. inductance: 0.137 mH

Recommended Transmitter Power Supplies
yellow
Converter

1) Hartmann & Braun (ABB) TZN 128-Ex, Contrans I V 17151-62

green
Digitable CS3/420, CS5/420
brown
MTL MTL 3046B
white
Pepperl+Fuchs KHD3-IST/Ex1, KFD2-STC1-Ex,
KSD2-CI-S-Ex
PA Recommended NAMUR Switch Amplifiers
PA
Hartmann & Braun (ABB) V17131-51 ... 53, V17131-54...56
1) Supply power, standard 14-28 V DC, terminals 31/32
2) Contact output, terminals 42/41 Digitable ci 1/941, ci 1/942
a) Function E9/C9: Apparatebau Hundsbach AH TS920, AH 90 924
The scaled pulse output (passive) optocoupler, is Pepperl + Fuchs Various types
configured as a NAMUR contact (per DIN 19234).
The internal resistance is approx. 1000 Ω, the resistance of
the open contact > 10 k Ω. VR41./SR41
Pulse width selectable between 1 ms and 256 ms but Piezo-Sensor U0 = 7.2 V
limited to max. 50 % of the period. Terminals 85, 86, 86, 87 I0 = 965 mA
Max. frequency fmax = 100 Hz. PT100-circuit
Terminals 81, 82, 83, 84
Fig. 31 Interconnection Diagram VR41 /SR41

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11.5 Electrical Interconnections for the Ex-Design

With Transmitter Power Supply

Explosion Hazardous Area Non-Explosion Hazardous
Area
Intrinsically Safe Equipment

Supply
VT41 / ST41 Circuit
Supply Power AC or DC

Transmitter Power Supply

Ui= 28V, Ii=110 mA RB
31 Pi=770 mW

EEx ib IIC
32 Supply Power AC or DC

41
F/T 42
EEx ib IIC
Contact Output
Ui= 15V, Ii=30 mA Switch Amplifier
Pi=115 mW (NAMUR DIN 19234)

PA

Supply
VR41 / SR41 VR41 / SR41 Circuit
Ui= 28V, Ii=110 mA
Pi=70 mW

81 31 EEx ib IIC
RB

4-20 mA
82 32 Barriers or Transmitter
Power Supply
83 41 EEx ib IIC
F/T
84 42
Barriers or
85 Switch Amplifiers

86
86
87 Contact Output
Ui= 15V, Ii=30 mA
Pi=115 mW

PA PA

Fig. 32 Interconnection Example

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11.6 Fluid Temperatures

Cables suitable for T=110°C can be used for the supply
power terminals 31, 32 and the contact output 41, 42 without
any reduction in the temperature range specifications. Cables
suitable only for temperatures T=80°C, which may be the cause
if cable shorting occurs, reduce the temperature range of the
flowmeter as shown in the following table.

Ambient Max. Allow. Temperature of Max. Allow. Fluid

Temperature the Connection Cables to Temperature
Terminals 31, 32, 41, 42

[°C] [°C] [°C]

-55 to 70 110 280 / 4001)
-55 to 70 80 160
-55 to 60 80 240
-55 to 55 80 280
55 to 50 80 3201)
-55 to 40 80 4001)
1)
Fluid temperatures >280°C
only HiTemp Design TRIO-WIRL V

11.7 Insulating the Flowmeter Primary

The flowmeter primary can be insulated to a max. thickness of
100 mm (Fig. 33 ).

Fig. 33 Pipeline Insulation

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12. EC-Type Examination Certificate

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13. EC-Certificate of Compliance

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14. Parameter Settings Overview

Meter location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TAG No.:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flowmeter Primary type: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Converter type:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Order No.: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument No.:. . . . . . . . . Supply voltage:. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid temperature: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parameter Setting Range

Language ................... English, German

Flowmeter Primary TRIO-WIRL S (Swirl-Flowmeter)
TRIO-WIRL V (Vortex-Flowmeter)
Meter Size ................... 1/2” - 12” or 16” / DN 15 - 300 or DN400 (only TRIO-WIRL)
Average k-Factor ................... l/m 3
Operating Mode ................... Gas Qv, Gas Normal Qn, Gas Standard Qs,
................... Saturated steam Qm, Saturated steam Qv, steam QM,
................... Steam Qv, Liquid Qv, Liquid Qm
Qmax ................... 0.15 Range max - 1 Rangemax
Min. flowrate (Qmin) ................... 0 - 10 % of Rangemax
Damping ................... 1 - 100 s
Density Units ................... g/ml, g/cm 3, kg/m3 etc.
Units Q vol ................... l/s, l/min, l/h, m 3/s, m3/min, m 3/h etc.
Units Qm ................... g/min, lb/s, kg/min, t/min, t/d etc.
Density Setting ................... 0.001 - 1000
Normal Factor ................... 0.001 - 1000
Totalizer Units ................... l, m 3, iga, gal, bbl, g, kg, t, lb
Hardware ................... I/HART/; IHART/Pulse_Bin;
Contact Output Function ................... I/HART/Q_Alarm; I/HART/T_Alarm; I/HART/S_Alarm
Max. Alarm ................... % for flowrate; °C for temperature
Min. Alarm ................... % for flowrate; °C for temperature
Pulse Factor ................... 0.001 - 1000 pulse/unit
Pulse Width ................... 1 - 256 ms
Display ................... Qv actual, Qv Normal, Qv Standard, Qm Mass,
Percent, Totalizer
Multiplex Display ................... Temperature, frequency

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