User Manual

UMG70XV3-4EN

Ultrasonic Flowmeter for Gas

FLUXUS G704
FLUXUS G704 A2

FLUXUS G709

Firmware V5.xx
remark:
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FLUXUS is a registered trademark of FLEXIM GmbH.

FLEXIM GmbH
Wolfener Strasse 36
12681 Berlin
Germany

Tel.: +49 (30) 936 67 660

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E-mail: [email protected]
www.flexim.com

User Manual for

FLUXUS G70X
UMG70XV3-4EN 12.01.2009
Firmware V5.xx
Copyright (©) FLEXIM GmbH 2009
Subject to change without notification.
Die Sprache, in der die Anzeigen auf dem FLUXUS erscheinen, kann einge-
stellt werden (siehe Abschnitt 9.4).

FLUXUS can be operated in the language of your choice (see section 9.4).

Il est possible de sélectionner la langue utilisée par FLUXUS à l'écran (voir

section 9.4).

FLUXUS puede ser manejado en el idioma de su elección (ver sección 9.4).

Table of Contents

1 Introduction..........................................................................................................9
1.1 Regarding this Manual...........................................................................................9
1.2 Safety Precautions.................................................................................................9
1.3 Warranty ..............................................................................................................10

2 Safety Instructions according to Directive 94/9/EC........................................11

2.1 Safety Instructions for the Use of Flowmeter FLUXUS G704 A2 in
Explosive Atmosphere .........................................................................................11
2.2 Use of the Junction Box JB01S#E3# in Explosive Atmosphere .........................13
2.3 Use of Ultrasonic Transducers in Explosive Atmosphere (Zone 1/Zone 21) ......15

3 Handling .............................................................................................................24
3.1 First Inspection ....................................................................................................24
3.2 General Precautions ............................................................................................24
3.3 Cleaning...............................................................................................................24

4 Flowmeter...........................................................................................................25
4.1 Measuring Principle .............................................................................................25
4.2 Description of the Flowmeter ...............................................................................26
4.3 Keyboard .............................................................................................................28

5 Selection of the Measuring Point .....................................................................30

5.1 Acoustic Penetration............................................................................................30
5.2 Undisturbed Flow Profile......................................................................................31
5.3 Influence of Noise ................................................................................................34
5.4 Selection of the Measuring Point Taking into Account Flow Profile and
Influence of Noise ................................................................................................36

6 Installation of FLUXUS G704 ............................................................................38

6.1 Location ...............................................................................................................38
6.2 Wall Installation....................................................................................................38
6.3 Pipe Installation ...................................................................................................39
6.4 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System TS....................................40
6.5 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System AS ...................................50
6.6 Connection of the Power Supply .........................................................................51
6.7 Connection of the Outputs ...................................................................................52
6.8 Connection of the Inputs......................................................................................54

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6.9 Connection of the Serial Interface ....................................................................... 56
6.10 Connection of the Sensor Module (SENSPROM) ............................................... 56

7 Installation of FLUXUS G709............................................................................ 58

7.1 Location............................................................................................................... 58
7.2 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System TS ................................... 58
7.3 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System AS ................................... 66
7.4 Connection of the Power Supply ......................................................................... 67
7.5 Connection of the Outputs .................................................................................. 68
7.6 Connection of the Inputs ..................................................................................... 70
7.7 Connection of the Serial Interface ....................................................................... 72
7.8 Connection of the Sensor Module (SENSPROM) ............................................... 73

8 Installation of the Temperature Probe (Option).............................................. 74

8.1 Fixing of the Temperature Probe ........................................................................ 74
8.2 Connection of the Temperature Probe ................................................................ 75

9 Start-up .............................................................................................................. 76
9.1 Switching on ........................................................................................................ 76
9.2 Displays............................................................................................................... 76
9.3 HotCodes ............................................................................................................ 78
9.4 Language Selection ............................................................................................ 79
9.5 Operation State Indication (G709) ...................................................................... 79
9.6 Interruption of the Power Supply ......................................................................... 79

10 Basic Measurement .......................................................................................... 80

10.1 Input of the Pipe Parameters .............................................................................. 80
10.2 Input of the Medium Parameters ......................................................................... 82
10.3 Other Parameters................................................................................................ 84
10.4 Selection of the Channels ................................................................................... 85
10.5 Define Number of Sound Paths .......................................................................... 86
10.6 Installation of the Damping Mats ......................................................................... 87
10.7 Mounting and Positioning the Transducers ......................................................... 91
10.8 Start of Measurement.......................................................................................... 98
10.9 Detection of Flow Direction ................................................................................. 99
10.10 Stopping the Measurement ................................................................................. 99

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11 Displaying the Measured Values ................................................................... 100
11.1 Selection of the Physical Quantity and of the Unit of Measurement ................. 100
11.2 Toggling between the Channels........................................................................ 101
11.3 Adjustment of the Display ................................................................................. 102
11.4 Status Line ........................................................................................................ 103
11.5 Transducer Distance ......................................................................................... 104

12 Advanced Measuring Functions .................................................................... 105

12.1 Damping Factor................................................................................................. 105
12.2 Totalizers........................................................................................................... 105
12.3 Upper Limit of the Flow Velocity........................................................................ 108
12.4 Cut-off Flow ....................................................................................................... 109
12.5 Uncorrected Flow Velocity ................................................................................ 110
12.6 Measurement of Transient Processes (FastFood mode) .................................. 111
12.7 Calculation Channels ........................................................................................ 112
12.8 Change of Limit for the Inner Pipe Diameter ..................................................... 115
12.9 Program Code ................................................................................................... 115

13 Storing and Output of Measured Values....................................................... 117

13.1 Data Memory..................................................................................................... 118
13.2 Output of the Measured Values ........................................................................ 119
13.3 Delete the Measured Values ............................................................................. 126
13.4 Settings for the Data Memory ........................................................................... 126
13.5 Available Data Memory ..................................................................................... 128

14 Libraries ........................................................................................................... 129

14.1 Partitioning of the Coefficient Memory .............................................................. 129
14.2 Input of Material/Medium Properties without the Extended Library................... 131
14.3 Extended Library ............................................................................................... 132
14.4 Deleting a User Defined Material/Medium......................................................... 136
14.5 Arrangement of the Material/Medium Scroll List ............................................... 136

15 Settings ............................................................................................................ 139

15.1 Time and Date................................................................................................... 139
15.2 Dialogs and Menus ........................................................................................... 139
15.3 Measurement Settings ...................................................................................... 142
15.4 Settings of the Standard Conditions for the Gas Measurement ........................ 144
15.5 Setting the Contrast .......................................................................................... 144
15.6 Instrument Information ...................................................................................... 145

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16 SuperUser-Mode ............................................................................................. 146
16.1 Activating/Deactivating ...................................................................................... 146
16.2 Transducer Parameters .................................................................................... 146
16.3 Malfunctions in SuperUser Mode ...................................................................... 147

17 Inputs ............................................................................................................... 148

17.1 Linking the Temperature Inputs to the Measuring Channels............................. 148
17.2 Selection of the Temperature Probe (FLUXUS G704) ...................................... 149
17.3 Linking Other Inputs to the Measuring Channels .............................................. 149
17.4 Activation of the Inputs ...................................................................................... 150
17.5 Temperature Correction .................................................................................... 151

18 Outputs ............................................................................................................ 152

18.1 Installation of an Output .................................................................................... 152
18.2 Error Value Delay .............................................................................................. 157
18.3 Activation of an Analog Output.......................................................................... 157
18.4 Activation of a Pulse Output .............................................................................. 158
18.5 Activation of an Alarm Output ........................................................................... 159
18.6 Behavior of the Alarm Outputs .......................................................................... 162
18.7 Deactivating the Outputs ................................................................................... 164

19 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 165

19.1 Problems with the Measurement....................................................................... 166
19.2 Correct Selection of the Measuring Point.......................................................... 167
19.3 Maximum Acoustic Contact............................................................................... 168
19.4 Application Specific Problems ........................................................................... 168
19.5 High Measuring Deviations ............................................................................... 168
19.6 Problems with the Totalizers ............................................................................. 169

A Technical Data ................................................................................................ 170

Flowmeter ........................................................................................................ 170
Transducers ..................................................................................................... 175
Junction Box .................................................................................................... 201

B Menu Structure ................................................................................................ 208

C Reference ......................................................................................................... 230

D Certificates....................................................................................................... 235

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1 Introduction

1 Introduction
1.1 Regarding this Manual
This manual has been written for the personnel operating the ultrasonic flowmeter FLUX-
US. It contains important information about the instrument, how to handle it correctly,
how to avoid damages. Always keep this manual at hand.
Get acquainted with the safety rules and the handling precautions. Make sure you have
read and understood this manual before using the instrument.
All reasonable effort has been made to ensure the correctness of the content of this man-
ual. If you however find some erroneous information, please inform us. We will be grate-
ful for any suggestions and comments regarding the concept and your experience work-
ing with the instrument.
This will ensure that we can further develop our products for the benefit of our customers
and in the interest of technological progress. If you have any suggestions about improv-
ing the documentation and particularly this User Manual, please let us know so that we
can consider your comments for future reprints.
The content of this manual is subject to changes without prior notice. All rights reserved.
No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without FLEXIM's written permis-
sion.

1.2 Safety Precautions

You will find in this manual the following safety information:

Note! The notes contain important information which help you use the flow-
meter optimally.

Attention! This text contains important instructions which should be observed to

avoid damage or destruction of the flowmeter. Proceed with atten-
tion!

This texts denotes instructions according to directive 94/9/EC.

Observe these safety precautions!

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1.3 Warranty
The FLUXUS flowmeter is guaranteed for the term and to the conditions specified in the
sales contract provided the equipment has been used for the purpose for which it has
been designed and operated according to the instructions given in this User Manual.
Misuse of the FLUXUS will immediately revoke any warranty given or implied.
This includes:
• replacement of a component of FLUXUS by a component that was not authorized by
FLEXIM
• unsuitable or insufficient maintenance
• repair of FLUXUS by unauthorized personnel
FLEXIM assumes no responsibility for injury to the customer or third persons proximately
caused by the material owing to defects in the product which were not predictable or for
any indirect damages.
FLUXUS is a very reliable instrument. It is manufactured under strict quality control, us-
ing modern production techniques. If installed as recommended in an appropriate loca-
tion, used cautiously and taken care of conscientiously, no troubles should appear.
If any problem appears which can not be solved with the help of this manual (see chapter
19), contact our sales office giving a precise description of the problem. Specify the type,
serial number and firmware version of the flowmeter.

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2 Safety Instructions according to Directive 94/9/EC

2.1 Safety Instructions for the Use of Flowmeter FLUXUS
G704 A2 in Explosive Atmosphere

The conformance with all relevant standards will be guaranteed only

if the flowmeter is connected only with the transducers specified by
FLEXIM for the corresponding application.

Observe the specified operating and explosion protection tempera-

tures (see Technical Data on the following pages).

Do not open the housing in explosive atmosphere if the flowmeter is

connected with the power supply. After the power supply was discon-
nected, wait 10 minutes before opening the housing.

The equipotential bonding terminal has to be used for the connection

of the protective earth.

Cable gland openings not used have to be properly closed with ap-
propriate plugs. They must be removable only with tools.

The flowmeter is safe in explosive atmosphere only when all connec-

tions have been made correctly according to the instructions in the
user manual.
Make sure that all cables fit firmly and tightly in the cable glands, the
cable glands are firmly tightened and the housing has been tightly
screwed.

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Technical Data
For further technical data see annex A, section Technical Data.
FLUXUS G704 A2
manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH
Wolfener Str. 36
12681 Berlin

marking
II3G Ex nA II T4 Ta -20…+60 °C
II3D Ex tD A22 IP66 T100°C

type of protection gas: not sparking nA

dust: protection by enclosure tD

power supply 100…240 V AC or

20…32 V DC

degree of protection IP 66 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature -20…+60 °C

according to ATEX

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2.2 Use of the Junction Box JB01S#E3# in Explosive Atmosphere

Observe the specified operating and explosion protection tempera-

tures of the junction box (see Technical Data on the following page).

Never open the housing in explosive atmosphere if the junction box is

connected to a flowmeter that is connected to a power supply.

Never replace a component of the junction box by parts other than

those supplied by FLEXIM.

The junction box is safe in explosive atmosphere only when all con-
nections have been made correctly according to the instructions in
the user manual.
If other cable glands are used than those supplied by FLEXIM, they
have to be approved for the application area and the cable diameters
have to be observed.
Make sure that all cables fit firmly and tightly in the cable glands, the
cable glands are firmly tightened and the housing has been tightly
screwed.

The equipotential bonding terminal has to be used for the connection

of the protective earth.

Cable gland openings not used have to be properly closed with

checked and approved plugs. They must be removable only with
tools.

The conductor cross-sections of the leads in the Ex e junction box

have to be in the range 0.2...2.5 mm2. For multiple wire connection to
one terminal, max. 2 wires of same cross-section and type must be
connected. In this case, the conductor cross-sections have to be in
the range 0.2...0.75 mm2.

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The cover of the junction box has to be closed firmly.

Technical Data
For further information see annex A, section Technical Data.
Junction Box JB01S#E3#

FLEXIM GmbH
manufacturer Wolfener Str. 36
12681 Berlin
II2G
0044;
II2D
marking
Ex e mb II (T6)...T4 Ta -40...+(70)80 °C
Ex tD A21 IP67 T 100 °C

IBExU06ATEX1161
certification
IECEx IBE08.0006

type of protection junction box: increased safety

decoupled network: encapsulation
dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 67 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature temperature class T4: -40…+80 °C

according to ATEX temperature class T5: -40…+80 °C
temperature class T6: -40…+70 °C

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2.3 Use of Ultrasonic Transducers in Explosive Atmosphere

(Zone 1/Zone 21)

Observe the specified operating and explosion protection tempera-

tures of the transducers. For the explosion protection temperatures
see table on the following page.

The transducers
**M1N31, **P1N31, **Q1N31, **K1N31, **K1N41,
**G1N31, **G1N41, **K1N33, **K1N43, **G1N33,
**G1N43, **H1N33, **H1N43, **M2N41, **P2N41,
**M1N43, **P1N43, **M2E45, **P2E45, **K1N71,
**K1N81, **G1N71, **G1N81, **K1N73, **K1N83,
**G1N73, **G1N83, **H1N73, **H1N83, **M2N81,
**P2N81, **M1N83, **P1N83, **K1LI1, **G1LI1
**M2LI1, **P2LI1, **M2E85, **P2E85, **Q2E85,
**Q2N81, **Q1N83
can be used in explosive atmosphere in zones 1, 2, 21 and 22.
The transducers listed above can be connected to the flowmeter of
the FLUXUS series.
The flowmeter either has to be located outside of the explosive atmo-
sphere or has to be checked and approved separately for explosion
protection.
All cable connections either have to be located outside of the explo-
sive atmosphere or have to be used with equipment checked and ap-
proved for explosion protection.
The transducers may be used in explosive atmosphere only under
the following conditions:
• the transducers are fixed to a pipe or to the surface of a vessel
• the contact surface of every transducer is directed towards the sur-
face of the pipe or of the vessel on which it is mounted
If an equipotential bonding of the transducers is necessary, the
ground terminal of the transducer housing has to be used.

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The transducers
**K1N41, **G1N41, **K1N43, **G1N43, **H1N43, **M2N41,
**P2N41, **M1N43, **P1N43, **M2E45, **P2E45, **K1N81,
**G1N81, **K1N83, **G1N83, **H1N83, **M2N81, **P2N81,
**M1N83, **P1N83, **K1LI1, **G1LI1, **M2LI1, **P2LI1,
**M2E85, **P2E85, **Q2E85, **Q2N81, **Q1N83
must always be used in the delivered transducer shoe to protect
them against mechanical stress.
If an equipotential bonding of the transducers is necessary, the
ground terminal of the transducer housing and/or of the transducer
shoe has to be used.

The transducers must be connected with the flowmeter only if there is

no risk of an explosive atmosphere or if the flowmeter is not connect-
ed with the power supply.

When using the transducers in areas with combustible dust (zone

21), the max. surface temperature TX = TRB + 5 K (TRB - surface
temperature of the pipe or vessel on which the transducer is
mounted).

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surface
explosion protection ambient
temperature
temperature of transducers temperature
(pipe/vessel)

**M1N31, **P1N31, **Q1N31 -20 …+120 °C -20…+120 °C

**M2N41, **P2N41, **K1N41, -55...+180 °C -55...+180 °C

**G1N41, **M2N81, **P2N81,
**K1N81, **G1N81, **Q2N81

**K1N31, **G1N31, **K1N71, -40...+180 °C -40...+180 °C

**G1N71

**M1N43, **P1N43, **K1N43, -55...+140 °C -55...+140 °C

**H1N43, **G1N43, **M1N83,
**P1N83, **K1N83, **G1N83,
**H1N83, **Q1N83

**K1N73, **G1N73, **H1N73, -40...+140 °C -40...+140 °C

**K1N33, **H1N33, **G1N33

**K1LI1, **G1LI1, -55...+180 °C -40…+80 °C

**M2LI1, **P2LI1 (at the cable gland)

**M2E85, **P2E85, **Q2E85 -45…+225 °C -45…+225 °C

**M2E45, **P2E45 -45…+225 °C -45…+190 °C

(at the cable gland)

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Technical Data
For further information see annex A, section Technical Data.

Type **M1N31, **P1N31, **Q1N31

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

marking 0044; II2G

EEx m II T6…T4 Ta -20…+120 °C

certification IBExU98ATEX1012 X

type of protection encapsulation

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T4: -20…+120 °C

temperature according temperature class T5: -20…+90 °C
to ATEX temperature class T6: -20…+75 °C

Type **K1N31, **G1N31

manufacture FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T3 Ta -40…+180 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -40…+180 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -40…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -40…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -40…+75 °C

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Type **K1N41, **G1N41, **M2N41, **P2N41

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T3 Ta -55…+180 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -55…+180 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -55…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -55…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -55…+75 °C

Type **K1N33, **G1N33, **H1N33

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T3 Ta -40…+140 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -40…+140 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -40…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -40…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -40…+75 °C

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Type **K1N43, **G1N43, **H1N43, **M1N43, **P1N43

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T3 Ta -55…+140 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -55…+140 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -55…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -55…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -55…+75 °C

Type **M2E45, **P2E45

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T2 Ta -45…+225 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T2: -45…+225 °C

temperature according temperature class T3: -45…+190 °C
to ATEX temperature class T4: -45…+125 °C
temperature class T5: -45…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -45…+75 °C

The service temperature at the cable entry must not

exceed the permissible operating temperature of 190 °C.

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Type **K1N71, **G1N71

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

marking II2G
0044 II2D
Ex e q II T6...T3
Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU07ATEX1168 X
IECEx IBE08.0007X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

transducer connection: increased safety
dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -40…+180 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -40…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -40…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -40…+75 °C

Type **K1N81, **G1N81, **M2N81, **P2N81, **Q2N81

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

II2G
marking 0044; II2D
Ex e q II T6...T3
Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU07ATEX1168 X
IECEx IBE08.0007X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

transducer connection: increased safety
dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -55…+180 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -55…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -55…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -55…+75 °C

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Type **K1N73, **G1N73, **H1N73

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

II2G
marking 0044; II2D
Ex e q II T6...T3
Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU07ATEX1168 X
IECEx IBE08.0007X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

transducer connection: increased safety
dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -40…+140 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -40…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -40…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -40…+75 °C

Type **K1N83, **G1N83, **H1N83, **M1N83, **P1N83, **Q1N83

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin

II2G
marking 0044; II2D
Ex e q II T6...T3
Ex tD A21 IP65 TX

certification IBExU07ATEX1168 X
IECEx IBE08.0007X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

transducer connection: increased safety
dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -55…+140 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -55…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -55…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -55…+75 °C

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Type **K1LI1, **G1LI1, **M2LI1, **P2LI1

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH

Wolfener Str. 36
12681 Berlin

marking 0044; II 2G 2D
Ex q II T6...T3
Ex tD A21 IP68 TX

certification IBExU07ATEX1168 X
IECEx IBE08.0007X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 68 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T3: -55…+180 °C

temperature according temperature class T4: -55…+125 °C
to ATEX temperature class T5: -55…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -55…+75 °C

The ultrasonic transducers may be used at the cable

gland only in the temperature range of -40...+80 °C.

Type **M2E85, **P2E85, **Q2E85

manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH

Wolfener Str. 36
12681 Berlin
II2G
marking 0044; II3D
Ex e q II T6...T2
Ex tD A22 IP56 TX

certification IBExU07ATEX1168 X
IECEx IBE08.0007X

type of protection transducer: powder filling

transducer connection: increased safety
dust: protection by enclosure tD

degree of protection IP 56 according to EN 60529

explosion protection temperature class T2: -45…+225 °C

temperature according temperature class T3: -45…+190 °C
to ATEX temperature class T4: -45…+125 °C
temperature class T5: -45…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -45…+75 °C

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3 Handling
3.1 First Inspection
The flowmeter has already been tested thoroughly at the factory. At delivery, proceed to
a visual control to make sure that no damage has occurred during transportation.
Check that the specifications of the flowmeter delivered correspond to the specifications
given on the purchase order.
Type and serial number of the flowmeter are given on the data plate. The transducer type
is printed on the transducers.

3.2 General Precautions

Observe the safety instructions in chapter 2.
FLUXUS is a precision measuring instrument and must be handled with care. To obtain
good measurement results and not to damage the instrument, it is important that great
attention is paid to the instructions given in this user manual, and particularly to the fol-
lowing points:
• Protect the flowmeter from excessive shock.
• Do not open the housing without authorization. The degree of protection of the flowme-
ter FLUXUS G704 A2, G704 is given only if the cover of the housing is tightly screwed.
• Keep the transducers clean. Manipulate the transducer cables cautiously. Avoid ex-
cessive cable bend.
• Make sure to work under ambient and operating temperatures (see annex A, section
Technical Data).
• Take the degree of protection into account (see annex A, section Technical Data).

3.3 Cleaning
• Clean the flowmeter with a soft cloth. Do not use detergents.
• Remove traces of acoustic coupling compound from the transducers with a soft paper
tissue.

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4.1 Measuring Principle
The flow of the medium is measured by ultrasonic signals using the transit time differ-
ence method.
Ultrasonic signals are emitted by a transducer installed on one side of a pipe, reflected
on the opposite side and received by a second transducer. The signals are emitted alter-
natively in and against the flow direction.
As the medium in which the signals propagate is flowing, their transit time in flow direc-
tion is shorter than against the flow direction.
The transit time difference t is measured allowing to determine the average flow velocity
on the propagation path of the ultrasonic signals. A flow profile correction is then per-
formed to obtain the area average of the flow velocity, which is proportional to the volume
flow.
The received ultrasonic signals will be tested for usefulness for the measurement and the
plausibility of the measured values will be evaluated. The complete measuring procedure
will be controlled by the integrated microprocessors. Disturbance signals will be eliminat-
ed.

Fig. 4.1: Path of the ultrasonic signal

Fig. 4.2: Transit time difference t

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4.2 Description of the Flowmeter
Attention! The degree of protection of the flowmeter is only guaranteed if the cable
glands have been firmly tightened and the cover of the housing has been
tightly screwed.

4.2.1 Design of FLUXUS G704 A2 and FLUXUS G704

The front plate has to be removed to access the command panel.

keyboard

2x 16-digit LCD serial interface

display (backlit) RS232

transducers
power supply

cover equipotential bonding terminal

(only FLUXUS G704 A2)
inputs outputs

Fig. 4.3: Command panel of FLUXUS G704 A2 and FLUXUS G704

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4.2.2 Design of FLUXUS G709

The flowmeter is designed as 19 " rack (42 DU, 3 HU).

2x 16-digit
LCD display
(backlit) serial interface RS232

sensor module sensor module

keyboard measuring measuring
inputs channel A channel B

A : B :
KL1 KL3 KL5 KL7
T 4 B
P 7 a T 4 B S A 1 S B 1
P 7 b T 4 b
P 6 a T 4 A S A 2 S B 2
P T 1 0 0

P 6 b T 4 a T 4 A

P 5 a S 3 S A 3 S B 3
P 5 b S 4
P 7 + T 3 B S A 4 S B 4
P 7 -
outputs P 6 +
P 6 -
T 3 A
T 3 b
T 3 a
P 5 + T 2 B
P 5 - T 2 b
P 4 + T 2 A
P 4 - T 2 a
P 3 + S 1
P 3 - S 2 T 1 B KL6 A V KL8 B V
P 2 + T 1 B
P 2 - T 1 b
P 1 + T 1 A A V S B V S
P T 1 0 0

P 1 - T 1 a T 1 A
A G N B G N
A R S B R S
A R B R
KL2 KL4
L - L O W 4 B -
power supply L +
V O L T
D C
4 A +
L 1 4 3
1 0 0 ...
N 2 3 0 V 4 2
A C
P E 4 1

serial interface RS485 transducers of transducers of

measuring measuring
channel A channel B

Fig. 4.4: Command panel and circuit board of FLUXUS G709

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4.3 Keyboard
The keyboard has three function keys ENTER, BRK and C and ten numerical keys.
Several keys have double functions. They can be used for data entry and for navigation
through scroll lists.
OON

The arrow shaped keys , O-

, and
O+
will be used as cursor keys for scrolling
OOFF

through scroll lists and for input of digits and letters in input mode.

Table 4.1: General functions

ENTER confirmation of selection or of entered value

BRK + C + ENTER RESET: Press these three keys simultaneously to recover from an error. The
reset has the same effect as restarting the flowmeter. Stored data will not be
affected.

BRK interruption of the measurement and selection of the main menu

Note: Be careful not to interrupt a current measurement by inadvertently press-
ing key BRK!

Table 4.2: Navigation

BRK selection of the main menu

O- O+
scroll to the left or right through a scroll list

OON scroll upwards and downwards through a scroll list

OOFF

ENTER Confirmation of the selected menu item

Table 4.3: Input of digits

DISP
input of the digit shown on the key
...
LF
sign for the input of negative values

LIGHT decimal point

C delete values. After the value has been deleted, the previous value will be
displayed.

ENTER confirmation of input

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Table 4.4: Input of text

O- O+ positioning of the cursor

DISP
changes the currently selected character to an "A"

changes the currently selected character to a "Z"

DISP

changes between small and capital letters

OON
selection of the precedent/next ASCII character
OOFF

deletes the character and inserts a blank

scrolls automatically upwards/downwards through the restricted ASCII charac-

... M  U
N E X T

% X
ter set. The character changes every second. The scrolling will be stopped by
pressing any other key.

ENTER finishes editing

Table 4.5: Cold start

BRK + C INIT (cold start): Most parameters and settings are reset to the factory default
values. Stored data will not be affected.
Keep the two keys pressed while switching on the flowmeter until the main
menu is displayed.
A cold start during operation is executed as follows:
• Press the keys BRK, C and ENTER simultaneously.
• Release only key ENTER. A RESET is executed.
• Keep the keys BRK and C pressed until the main menu is displayed.

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5 Selection of the Measuring Point

The correct selection of the measuring point is crucial for achieving reliable measure-
ment results and a high measurement accuracy. A measurement must take place on a
pipe in which
• the ultrasound propagates with sufficiently high amplitude
• the flow profile is fully developed (see section 5.2)
• the influence of noise is sufficiently low (see section 5.3)
The correct selection of the measuring point and thus, the correct transducer positioning
guarantees that the sound signal will be received under optimum conditions and evaluat-
ed correctly.
Because of the variety of applications and the different factors influencing the measure-
ment, there can be no standard solution for the transducer positioning. The correct posi-
tion of the transducers will be influenced by the following factors:
• diameter, material, lining, wall thickness and form of the pipe
• medium

Note! Avoid measuring points in the vicinity of deformations and defects of

the pipe and in the vicinity of welds.

Avoid locations where deposits are building in the pipe. The ambient temperature at the
measuring point must be within the operating temperature range of the transducers.
Select the location of the flowmeter within cable reach of the measuring point. Make sure
that the ambient temperature at the location is within the operating temperature range of
the flowmeter (see annex A, section Technical Data).
If the measuring point is within an explosive atmosphere, the danger zone and gases
which may be present have to be determined. The transducers and the flowmeter have
to be appropriate for these conditions.

5.1 Acoustic Penetration

Observe the safety instructions in chapter 2.
The pipe must be acoustically penetratable at the measuring point. The acoustic penetra-
tion is reached when pipe and medium do not attenuate the sound signal so strongly that
it is completely absorbed before reaching the second transducer.
The attenuation of pipe and medium depends on:
• kinematic viscosity of the medium
• the proportion of liquids and solids in the medium
• deposits on the inner pipe wall
• pipe material

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The following conditions have to be observed at the measuring point:

• no material deposits in the pipe
• no accumulation of liquid (condensate), e.g. before orifice plates or at pipe sections lo-
cated lower
If liquid or solids accumulate on the bottom of the pipe, the transducers have to be fixed
on the sides of the pipe (see Fig. 5.1).

Fig. 5.1: Positioning of the transducers on the pipe

5.2 Undisturbed Flow Profile

Many flow elements (elbows, slide valves, valves, control valves, pumps, reducers, dif-
fusers, etc.) distort the flow profile in their vicinity. The axisymmetrical flow profile needed
for correct measurement is no longer given. A careful selection of the measuring point
helps to reduce the impact of disturbance sources.
It is most important that the measuring point is chosen at a sufficient distance from any
disturbance sources. Only then it can be assumed that the flow profile in the pipe is fully
developed. However, measuring results can be obtained even if the recommended dis-
tance to disturbance sources can not be observed for practical reasons.
Recommended straight inlet and outlet pipe lengths are given for different types of flow
disturbance sources in the examples in Table 5.1.

Table 5.1: Recommended distance from disturbance sources

D = nominal pipe diameter at the measuring point, l = recommended distance

disturbance source: 90° elbow

supply: l  20D return: l  10 D
l
l

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Table 5.1: Recommended distance from disturbance sources

D = nominal pipe diameter at the measuring point, L = recommended distance

disturbance source: 2x 90 ° elbows in one plane

supply: l  50D return: l  10 D
l

disturbance source: 2x 90 ° elbows in different planes

supply: l  80D return: l  10D

disturbance source: T piece

supply: l  100D return: l  20D

l l

disturbance source: diffuser

supply: l  60D return: l  10 D

l
l

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Table 5.1: Recommended distance from disturbance sources

D = nominal pipe diameter at the measuring point, L = recommended distance

disturbance source: valve

supply: l  80D return: l  20D

l l

disturbance source: reducer

supply: l  20D return: l  10 D
l l

disturbance source: compressor

supply: l  100D

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5.3 Influence of Noise

The ultrasonic waves do not propagate only in the medium but also in the pipe wall (see
Fig. 5.2). They will be reflected at flanges.

ultrasonic waves in the medium (measuring signal)

ultrasonic waves at the pipe wall (pipe wall signal)

Fig. 5.2: Propagation of ultrasonic waves

The reflected pipe wall signals can disturb the measurement, especially if:
• the measuring point is close to the reflection point
• the pipe wall and measuring signals are received by the transducer at the same time

Table 5.2: Measuring points to be avoided

directly at the reflection point (lS < 3 D):

disadvantageous

lS

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Table 5.2: Measuring points to be avoided

in the distance of lS ± 2 D from the reflection point

Pipe wall signal and measuring signal reach the transducer simultaneously.

disadvantageous

ls

n cP
l s = ---  ------  D
2 cF

lS - distance to reflection point

D - outer pipe diameter
cF - sound velocity in the medium
cP - sound velocity in the pipe
n - number of sound paths

example:
medium: natural gas
pipe material: stainless steel
cP: 3000 m/s
cF: 400 m/s
number of soundpaths: 2
lS = 7.5 D
The range (7.5 ± 2) D is disadvantageous for the transducer installation.

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5.4 Selection of the Measuring Point Taking into Account Flow

Profile and Influence of Noise
• Select a measuring point area where the flow profile is fully developed (see section
5.2).
• Select the measuring point within this area so that the influence of noise can be ne-
glected (see 5.3).

example: medium: natural gas

pipe material: stainless steel
length of pipe segment 1: 20 D
length of pipe segment 2: 20 D
number of sound paths: 2

• measuring point area with developed flow profile:

disturbance source: 90° elbow
recommended measuring point area: l  20 D (complete pipe segment 2) (see Table
5.1)

• measuring point area with low influence of noise:

reflection point: flange
recommended measuring point area: l  3 D and outside of l = (7.5 ± 2) D on pipe
segment 2 (see Table 5.1)

36D

(7.5 - 2) D

3D

20D 20D

Fig. 5.3: Measuring point area with developed flow profile and low influence of noise

Considering flow profile and influence of noise, the measuring point can be selected in
the area 3...(7.5 - 2) D on the right side of pipe segment 2 (with max. distance from the el-
bow). In the example, a distance of 36 D from the elbow was selected.

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Both demands can not be observed always at the same time. In these cases, the mea-
suring point has to be selected so that the influence of noise is min. and the measuring
point is as far as possible from disturbance sources of the flow profile.

example: medium: natural gas

pipe material: stainless steel
length of pipe segment 1: 20 D
length of pipe segment 2: 5 D
number of sound paths: 2

• measuring point area with developed flow profile:

disturbance source: 90° elbow
recommended measuring point area: l  20 D (complete pipe segment 2) (see Table
5.1)

• measuring point area with low influence of noise:

reflection point: flange
recommended measuring point area: l  3 D and outside of l = (7.5 ± 2) D on pipe
segment 1 (see Table 5.1)

16 D

(7.5 - 2) D

3D

20D 5D

Fig. 5.4: Measuring point area with low influence of noise and
not fully developed flow profile

In the example, there is no measuring point area where both demands are met at the
same time. The measuring point has to be selected as far as possible from the elbow, at
a point where the influence of noise can be neglected: 3...(7.5 - 2) D on the right side of
pipe segment 1. In the example, a distance of 16 D from the elbow was selected.

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6 Installation of FLUXUS G704

6.1 Location
Select the measuring point according to the recommendations in chapter 5. The ambient
temperature must be within the operating temperature range of the transducers.
Select the location of the flowmeter within cable reach of the measuring point. The ambi-
ent temperature must be within the operating temperature range of the flowmeter (see
annex A, section Technical Data).
If the measuring point is within an explosive atmosphere, the danger zone and gases
which may be present have to be determined. The transducers and the flowmeter have
to be appropriate for these conditions.
Observe the safety instructions in chapter 2.

Attention! The flowmeter FLUXUS G704 must be operated outside of explosive

atmospheres.
The flowmeter FLUXUS G704 A2 must be operated outside of ATEX
zone 0 and 1.

Attention! The degree of protection of the flowmeter is only guaranteed if the

cable glands are firmly tightened and the housings have been tightly
screwed.

6.2 Wall Installation

35
Ø 3.5
25 35
Ø6
200
163

M4

265

280

Fig. 6.1: Wall installation (dimensions in mm)

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• Remove the cover of the housing.

• At the chosen location, drill 4 holes in the wall (see Fig. 6.1).
• Insert dowels in the holes.
• Fix the housing with screws to the wall.

6.3 Pipe Installation

Installation at 2 " pipe
• Fix the pipe mounting plate (2) to the pipe (see Fig. 6.2).
• Fix the instrument mounting plate (3) with the screws (4) to the pipe mounting plate (2).
• Fix the bottom side of the housing to the instrument mounting plate (3).

Installation at pipe > 2 "

The mounting kit will be fixed with tension straps (5) instead of the shackle (see Fig. 6.2).
Push the tension straps through the holes of the instrument mounting plate (3).

1 2 3
1 shackle
2 pipe mounting plate
3 instrument mounting
plate
4 nut
5 tension strap

Fig. 6.2: Pipe installation set

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6.4 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System TS

Note! If transducers are replaced or added, the sensor module has to be
replaced or added, too (see section 6.10).

It is recommended to run the cables from the measuring point to the flowmeter before the
connection of the transducers to avoid load on the connection points.

Overview
section page
6.4.1 Transducers (ATEX Zone 1) - Direct Connection..............................................40
6.4.2 Transducers (ATEX Zone 1) - Connection via Junction Box .............................42
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Flowmeter ....................................42
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Junction Box ................................43
Connection of the Transducer Cable with the Junction Box..............................45
6.4.3 Transducers (ATEX Zone 2, FM Div. 2 and without Explosion Protection) -
Direct Connection ..............................................................................................46
6.4.4 Transducers (ATEX Zone 2, FM Div. 2 and without Explosion Protection) -
Connection via Junction Box .............................................................................47
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Flowmeter ....................................47
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Junction Box ................................48
Connection of the Transducer Cable with the Junction Box..............................48

6.4.1 Transducers (ATEX Zone 1) - Direct Connection

Observe the safety instructions in chapter 2.
• Remove the left blind plug for the connection of the transducers (see Fig. 6.3).
• Open the cable gland of the transducer cable. The compression part remains in the
cap nut.
• Push both transducer cables through cap nut and compression part.
• Prepare the transducer cables with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the housing.
• Insert the transducer cable in the housing.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.

Attention! For good high frequency shielding it is important to assure good con-
tact between the cable shield and the cap nut (and thus the housing).

• Connect the leads to the terminals of the flowmeter (see Fig. 6.3 and Table 6.1).

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equipotential bonding
transducers transducers terminal
measuring channel A measuring channel B (FLUXUS G704 A2)
basic
part
20 mm

10 mm
70 mm

cable gland
with double hole sealing
compres-
sion part
cap nut

transducer
cable

transducers
ATEX zone 1

Fig. 6.3: Transducers ATEX zone 1 - direct connection

Table 6.1: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
AV transducer (core)
AVS transducer (inner shield)
ARS transducer (inner shield)
AR transducer (core)

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6.4.2 Transducers (ATEX Zone 1) - Connection via Junction Box

Connection of the Extension Cable with the Flowmeter
• Remove the left blind plug for the connection of the transducers (see Fig. 6.4 ).
• Open the cable gland of the extension cable. The compression part remains in the cap
nut.
• Push the extension cable through the cap nut and the compression part.
• Prepare the extension cable with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the housing.
• Insert the extension cable in the housing.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.

Attention! For good high frequency shielding it is important to assure good con-
tact between the cable shield and the cap nut (and thus the housing).

• Connect the leads to the terminals of the flowmeter (see Fig. 6.4 and Table 6.2).

transducers transducers
measuring channel A basic measuring channel B
part
10 mm

20 mm

70 mm

cable gland

compres-
sion part

cap nut
extension cable

Fig. 6.4: Transducers (ATEX zone 1) - connection via junction box,

connection of the extension cable to the flowmeter

Table 6.2: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
AV white or marked cable (core)
AVS white or marked cable (inner shield)
ARS brown cable (inner shield)
AR brown cable (core)

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Connection of the Extension Cable with the Junction Box

Attention! The outer shield of the extension cable must not have electrical con-
tact to the junction box. The extension cable has to remain insulated
completely up to the shield terminal of the junction box.

• Remove the blind plug from the housing (see Fig. 6.5).
• Open the cable gland of the extension cable. The compression part remains in the cap
nut.
• Push the extension cable through cap nut, compression part and basic part.
• Insert the extension cable in the junction box.
• Prepare the extension cable with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Pull the extension cable back until the brushed back outer shield is below the shield
terminal (see Fig. 6.6).
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the junction box.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.
• Fix the extension cable and the outer shield to the shield terminal of the junction box
(see Fig. 6.6).
• Connect the leads of the extension cable to the terminals of the junction box (see Fig.
6.6 and Table 6.3).

Table 6.3: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
TV white or marked cable (core)
TVS white or marked cable (inner shield)
TRS brown cable (inner shield)
TR brown cable (core)

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basic
part

10 mm
20 mm
20 mm

100 mm
100 mm

75 mm

cable gland
12 mm

compres-
sion part

cap nut

extension cable

transducer
cable

transducers
ATEX zone 1

Fig. 6.5: Transducers (ATEX zone 1) - connection via junction box,

connection of extension cable and transducer cable
to the junction box

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TV TVS TG TG TRS TR V VS RS R

shield terminal
equipotential
bonding terminal

Fig. 6.6: Connection of extension cable and transducer cable (ATEX zone 1)

Connection of the Transducer Cable with the Junction Box

• Remove the blind plug from the junction box (see Fig. 6.5).
• Open the cable gland of the transducer cable. The compression part remains in the
cap nut.
• Push the transducer cable through cap nut, compression part and basic part.
• Prepare the transducer cable with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Insert the transducer cable in the junction box.
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the junction box.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.
• Connect the leads to the terminals of the junction box (see Fig. 6.6 and Table 6.4).

Table 6.4: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
V transducer (core)
VS transducer (inner shield)
RS transducer (inner shield)
R transducer (core)

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6.4.3 Transducers (ATEX Zone 2, FM Div. 2, without Explosion

Protection) - Direct Connection
Observe the safety instructions in chapter 2.
• Remove the left blind plug for the connection of the transducers (see Fig. 6.7).
• Insert the transducer cable with the SMB connectors in the housing.
• Fix the transducer cable by tightening the cable gland.
• Connect the SMB connectors with the sockets of the flowmeter (see Fig. 6.7 and Table
6.5).

SMB connector

transducers:
• ATEX zone 2
• FM Div. 2
• without explosion protection

Fig. 6.7: Transducers (ATEX zone 2, FM Div. 2, without explosion protection)

- direct connection

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Table 6.5: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
X_AV SMB connector (brown cable, marked white)
X_AR SMB connector (brown cable, marked black)

6.4.4 Transducers (ATEX Zone 2, FM Div. 2, without Explosion

Protection) - Connection via Junction Box

Connection of the Extension Cable with the Flowmeter

• Remove the left blind plug for the connection of the transducers (see Fig. 6.8).
• Open the cable gland of the extension cable. The compression part remains in the cap
nut.
• Push the extension cable through the cap nut and the compression part.
• Prepare the extension cable with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the housing.
• Insert the extension cable in the housing.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.

Attention! For good high frequency shielding it is important to assure good con-
tact between the cable shield and the cap nut (and thus the housing).

• Connect the leads to the terminals of the flowmeter (see Fig. 6.8 and Table 6.6).

transducers transducers
measuring basic measuring
channel A part channel B
10 mm

20 mm

70 mm

cable gland

compres-
sion part
cap nut
extension cable

Fig. 6.8: Transducers (ATEX zone 2, FM Div. 2, without explosion protection) -

connection via junction box, connection with the flowmeter

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Table 6.6: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
AV white or marked cable (core)
AVS white or marked cable (inner shield)
ARS brown cable (inner shield)
AR brown cable (core)

Connection of the Extension Cable with the Junction Box

Attention! The outer shield of the extension cable must not have electrical con-
tact to the junction box. The extension cable has to remain insulated
completely up to the shield terminal.

• Remove the blind plug from the housing (see Fig. 6.9).
• Open the cable gland of the extension cable. The compression part remains in the cap
nut.
• Push the extension cable through cap nut, compression part and basic part.
• Insert the extension cable in the junction box.
• Prepare the extension cable with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Pull the extension cable back until the brushed back outer shield is below the shield
terminal (see Fig. 6.9).
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the junction box.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.
• Fix the extension cable and the outer shield to the shield terminal of the junction box
(see Fig. 6.9).
• Connect the leads to the terminals of the junction box (see Fig. 6.9 and Table 6.7).
Table 6.7: Terminal assignment
terminal connection
TV white or marked cable (core)
TVS white or marked cable (inner shield)
TRS brown cable (inner shield)
TR brown cable (core)

Connection of the Transducer Cable with the Junction Box

• Remove the blind plug from the junction box (see Fig. 6.9).
• Insert the transducer cable with the SMB connectors in the housing.
• Fix the transducer cable by tightening the cable gland.
• Connect the SMB connectors with the sockets of the flowmeter (see Fig. 6.9 and Table
6.4).
Table 6.8: Terminal assignment
terminal connection
XV SMB connector (brown cable, marked white)
XR SMB connector (brown cable, marked black)

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TV TVS TG TG TRS TR

XV XR

basic
part
20 mm
100 mm

75 mm

cable gland
12 mm

compres-
sion part

cap nut

extension cable

transducer
cable

shield terminal transducers:

• ATEX zone 2
• FM Div. 2
• without explosion
protection

Fig. 6.9: Transducers (ATEX zone 2, FM Div. 2, without explosion protection) -

connection via junction box, connection of extension cable and transducer cable
to the junction box

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6.5 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System AS

• Remove the left blind plug for the connection of the transducers (see Fig. 6.10).
• Insert the extension cable with the AMP-Quick and SMB connectors in the housing.
• Fix the extension cable by tightening the cable gland.
• Connect the AMP-Quick and the SMB connectors with the sockets of the flowmeter
(see Fig. 6.10 and Tabelle 6.9).

AMP-Quick and
SMB connectors

cable gland

transducers:
• ATEX zone 2
• FM Div. 2
• without explosion protection

Fig. 6.10: Transducers (ATEX zone 2, FM Div. 2, without explosion protection) -

direct connection

Tabelle 6.9: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
X_AV SMB connector (white or marketd cable)
X_AR SMB connector (brown cable)
X1 AMP-Quick connector

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6.6 Connection of the Power Supply

Attention! A switch according to IEC 61010-1:2001 has to be provided in the

building installation which must be near the instrument, easily acces-
sible for the user and marked as disconnection device of the instru-
ment.
If the flowmeter FLUXUS G704 A2 is used in explosive atmosphere,
the switch should be installed outside the explosive atmosphere. If
this is not possible, the switch should be installed in the area with the
least risk.

Attention! The degree of protection of the flowmeter is only guaranteed if the

power cable fits firmly and tightly in the cable gland.

• Prepare the power cable. Connect the leads with the terminals of the power supply
(see Fig. 6.11 and Table 6.10).

power supply
(KL3)

KL3

Fig. 6.11: Connection of the power supply

Table 6.10: Terminal assignment (power supply)

terminal connection AC connection DC
PE earth earth
N(-) neutral -DC
L(+) phase 100...240 V AC, 50/60 Hz +DC
fuse 1 A, time-lag 1.6 A, time-lag

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6.7 Connection of the Outputs

I1 active loop Configure the outputs (see chapter 18). The terminals
Terminal:P1+,P1- to be used for the connection of the output are dis-
played at the end of the configuration dialog (here: P1+
and P1- for the active current loop).
• Prepare the output cable. Connect the leads with the terminals of the outputs as dis-
played (see Fig. 6.12 and Table 6.11).

outputs
(KL4)

Fig. 6.12: Connection of the outputs

• Close the flowmeter: Screw the cover on the housing.

Table 6.11: Circuits of the outputs

output FLUXUS terminal circuits

active Px+ RLOAD < 500 

current loop (red) + -
mA

+ (black)
-

Px-

semi-active Px+ RLOAD < 50 

current loop (red) + -
operated as
mA
active current
loop
+ (black)
-

Px-

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Table 6.11: Circuits of the outputs

output FLUXUS terminal circuits

semi-active Px+ UH = 0...24 V
current loop (red) + - UH > 0.021A . RLOAD[]
operated as
mA
passive cur-
rent loop
(black)
+ + -
Px-
-

UH

passive Px+ UH = 5...25 V

current loop (red) + - UH>0.021A . RLOAD[]+4V
mA
If UH = 12 V, RLOAD must
be in the range 0...380 .
(black) + -
UH
Px-

voltage Px+ RLOAD > 2 M

output (red)
+

If RLOAD is lower, the

V accuracy is lower than
Ri = 500
Ri=500 (black) - specified.
Px-

binary output Px+ UH < 32 V

(optorelay) (red) Ic ≤ 100 mA
RC
+

V
+

-
(black) -
UH
Px-

binary output Px+ UH = 5...24 V

(open (red) RC[k] = UH/Ic [mA]
collector)
RC
+

V Ic = 1...4 mA
(special
+

(black) -
design) Px- -
UH
binary output Px+ UMAX = 24 V
a
(Reed relay) Pxa IMAX = 150 mA

(special
design) b Pxb
Px-

RLOAD is the sum of all ohmic resistances in the circuit (resistance of the conductors, inner resis-
tance of the external power supply, resistance of the amperemeter/voltmeter, etc.)

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6.8 Connection of the Inputs

Max. 4 temperature probes Pt100/Pt1000 (4-wire) can be connected to the flowmeter
(option).
Configure the temperature inputs (see chapter 17).
Table 6.12: Terminal assignment of the flowmeter
terminal connection with connection without
extension cable extension cable
Txa red red
TxA gray red/blue
Txb blue white/blue
TxB white white
Sx Pt100/Pt1000 shield Pt100/Pt1000 shield
x = 1...4

6.8.1 Connection of a Current Input

An active current source has to be connected to a passive current input. A passive cur-
rent source can be connected directly to an active current input, or to a passive current
input via an external power supply.

Connection of a Passive Current Source

At full load (20 mA), a voltage of min. 13 V DC is available for the supply of a passive cur-
rent source.
Terminal TxA is on the upper, Txb on the lower terminal row (x = 1...4).

TxA

Txb

- +
Fig. 6.13: Connection of an external passive current source

Attention! The terminals Txa and TxB must not be connected.

Attention! Observe the polarity to avoid damage of the current source. The cur-
rent input could be destroyed by a permanent shorting of both termi-
nals.

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If the flowmeter has a passive current input, an external power supply is necessary. The
power supply UH must be able to
• supply sufficient power for the energy requirements of the passive current source
• cover the voltage drop over the measurement resistance (max. 1 V) and
• cover all other voltage drops (e.g. cable resistance) in the circuit.
A current of min. 20 mA has to be provided.

example: A passive current source (e.g. a pressure sensor) is connected to a passive

current input.
technical data of the pressure sensor:
auxiliary power supply: US = 11...30 V DC
output signal: IA = 4...20 mA
The required auxiliary power supply of the pressure sensor will be calculat-
ed as follows:

UH min = US min + IA max · Rmea + IA max · Rcab

Rmea - input impedance
Rcab - cable resistance)

= 11 V + 20 mA · 50  + 20 mA · 2 
= 12.04 V

UH max = 30 V (according to specification of the supplier)

Connection of an Active Current Source

Attention! Never connect an active current source to an active current input!

The terminals TxA and TxB are on the upper terminal row (x =1...4)
If the polarity of the current source is inversed, only the sign of the measured current will
change.
TxA TxB

+ -
Fig. 6.14: Connection of an active current source

Attention! The terminals Txa and Txb must not be connected.

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Table 6.13: Technical data of the current input

active passive
measuring range 0...+20 mA -20...+20 mAâ
accuracy 0.1% v. MW 10 µA 0.1% v. MW 10 µA
input impedance 50 /0.6 W 50 /0.6 W
short circuit current 100 mA 100 mA

6.9 Connection of the Serial Interface

The RS232 interface is located on the front plate of the flowmeter (see Fig. 6.15).
The flowmeter can be equipped with an RS485 interface (option). Connect the RS485
cable to the terminals A+ and B- and terminal 101 of terminal strip KL4 (see Fig. 6.15).
For further information on the data transmission see chapter 13.

serial interface RS232

serial interface RS485

(option)
(KL4)

Fig. 6.15: Connection of the serial interface

6.10 Connection of the Sensor Module (SENSPROM)

The sensor module contains important transducer data for the operation of the flowmeter
with the transducers. It is connected with the corresponding terminals of the flowmeter.
If transducers are replaced or added, the sensor module has to be replaced or added,
too.

Note! The serial number of sensor module and transducer have to be iden-
tical. A wrong or incorrectly connected sensor module will result in in-
correct measured values or in measurement failure.

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• Stop the measurement.

• Insert the sensor module in the lower row of terminal strip KL1 (see Fig. 6.16). The
transducers of measuring channel A are connected to SA1...SA4, the transducers of
measuring channel B to SB1...SB4.
• Edit the program branch PARAMETER once completely. Press ENTER until the main
menu is displayed again.
• The measurement can be restarted afterwards.

sensor module
(KL1)

Fig. 6.16: Connection of the sensor module (SENSPROM)

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7.1 Location
Select the measuring point according to the recommendations in chapter 5. The ambient
temperature must be within the operating temperature range of the transducers.
Select the location of the flowmeter within cable reach of the measuring point. The ambi-
ent temperature must be within the operating temperature range of the flowmeter (see
annex A, section Technical Data).
If the measuring point is within an explosive atmosphere, the danger zone and gases
which may be present have to be determined. The transducers and the flowmeter have
to be appropriate for these conditions.
Observe the safety instructions in chapter 2.

Attention! The flowmeter FLUXUS G709 must be operated outside of explosive

atmospheres.

7.2 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System TS

Note! If transducers are replaced or added, the sensor module has to be
replaced or added, too (see section 7.8).

It is recommended to run the cables from the measuring point to the flowmeter before the
connection of the transducers to avoid load on the connection points.

Overview

section page
7.2.1 Transducers (ATEX Zone 1) - Connection via Junction Box .............................59
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Flowmeter ....................................59
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Junction Box ................................60
Connection of the Transducer Cable with the Junction Box..............................62
7.2.2 Transducers (ATEX Zone 2, FM Div. 2 and without Explosion Protection -)
Connection via Junction Box .............................................................................63
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Flowmeter ....................................63
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Junction Box ................................64
Connection of the Transducer Cable with the Junction Box..............................64

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7.2.1 Transducers (ATEX Zone 1) - Connection via Junction Box

Connection of the Extension Cable with the Flowmeter
• Prepare the extension cable. Cut the outer shield and brush it back.
• Push the extension cable through the shield terminal to terminal strip KL6 for measur-
ing channel A and to terminal strip KL8 for measuring channel B (see Fig. 7.2).
• Pull the extension cable back until the brushed back outer shield is below the shield
terminal (see Fig. 7.2).
• Fix the extension cable and the outer shield to the shield terminal.
• Connect the leads to the terminals of the flowmeter (see Table 7.1).

A : B :
KL1 KL3 KL5 KL7
T 4 B
P 7 a T 4 B S A 1 S B 1
P 7 b T 4 b
P 6 a T 4 A S A 2 S B 2
P T 1 0 0

P 6 b T 4 a T 4 A

P 5 a S 3 S A 3 S B 3
P 5 b S 4
P 7 + T 3 B S A 4 S B 4
P 7 - T 3 b
P 6 + T 3 A
P 6 - T 3 a
P 5 + T 2 B
P 5 - T 2 b
P 4 + T 2 A
P 4 - T 2 a
P 3 + S 1
P 3 - S 2 T 1 B KL6 A V KL8 B V
P 2 + T 1 B
P 2 - T 1 b
P 1 + T 1 A A V S B V S
P T 1 0 0

P 1 - T 1 a T 1 A
A G N B G N
A R S B R S
A R B R
KL2 KL4
L - L O W 4 B -
V O L T
L + D C
4 A +
L 1 4 3
1 0 0 ...
N 2 3 0 V 4 2
A C
P E 4 1
20 mm

shield terminal
60 mm

50 mm

extension cable

Fig. 7.1: Transducers (ATEX zone 1) - connection via junction box,

connection of the extension cable to the flowmeter

Table 7.1: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
AV white or marked cable (core)
AVS white or marked cable (inner shield)
ARS brown cable (inner shield)
AR brown cable (core)

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Connection of the Extension Cable with the Junction Box

Attention! The outer shield of the extension cable must not have electrical con-
tact to the junction box. The extension cable has to remain insulated
completely up to the shield terminal of the junction box.

• Remove the blind plug from the housing (see Fig. 7.2).
• Open the cable gland of the extension cable. The compression part remains in the cap
nut.
• Push the extension cable through cap nut, compression part and basic part.
• Insert the extension cable in the junction box.
• Prepare the extension cable with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Pull the extension cable back until the brushed back outer shield is below the shield
terminal (see Fig. 7.3).
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the junction box.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.
• Fix the extension cable and the outer shield to the shield terminal of the junction box
(see Fig. 7.3).
• Connect the leads to the terminals of the junction box (see Fig. 7.3 and Table 7.2).

Table 7.2: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
TV white or marked cable (core)
TVS white or marked cable (inner shield)
TRS brown cable (inner shield)
TR brown cable (core)

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basic
part
10 mm
20 mm
20 mm

100 mm
100 mm

75 mm

cable gland
12 mm

compres-
sion part
cap nut

extension cable

transducer
cable

transducers
ATEX zone 1

Fig. 7.2: Transducers (ATEX zone 1) - connection via junction box,

connection of extension cable and transducer cable to the junction box

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TV TVS TG TG TRS TR V VS RS R

shield terminal
equipotential
bonding terminal

Fig. 7.3: Connection of extension cable and transducer cable (ATEX zone 1)

Connection of the Transducer Cable with the Junction Box

• Remove the blind plug from the junction box (see Fig. 7.2).
• Open the cable gland of the transducer cable. The compression part remains in the
cap nut.
• Push the transducer cable through cap nut, compression part and basic part.
• Prepare the transducer cable with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Insert the transducer cable in the junction box.
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the junction box.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.
• Connect the leads to the terminals of the junction box (see Fig. 7.2 and Table 7.3).

Table 7.3: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
V transducer (core)
VS transducer (inner shield)
RS transducer (inner shield)
R transducer (core)

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7.2.2 Transducers (ATEX Zone 2, FM Div. 2, without Explosion

Protection) - Connection via Junction Box
Connection of the Extension Cable with the Flowmeter
• Prepare the extension cable. Cut the outer shield and brush it back.
• Push the extension cable through the shield terminal to terminal strip KL6 for measur-
ing channel A and to terminal strip KL8 for measuring channel B (see Fig. 7.4).
• Pull the extension cable back until the brushed back outer shield is below the shield
terminal (see Fig. 7.4).
• Fix the extension cable and the outer shield to the shield terminal.
• Connect the leads to the terminals of the flowmeter (see Fig. 7.4 and Table 7.4).

A : B :
KL1 KL3 KL5 KL7
T 4 B
P 7 a T 4 B S A 1 S B 1
P 7 b T 4 b
P 6 a T 4 A S A 2 S B 2
P T 1 0 0

P 6 b T 4 a T 4 A

P 5 a S 3 S A 3 S B 3
P 5 b S 4
P 7 + T 3 B S A 4 S B 4
P 7 - T 3 b
P 6 + T 3 A
P 6 - T 3 a
P 5 + T 2 B
P 5 - T 2 b
P 4 + T 2 A
P 4 - T 2 a
P 3 + S 1
P 3 - S 2 T 1 B KL6 A V KL8 B V
P 2 + T 1 B
P 2 - T 1 b
P 1 + T 1 A A V S B V S
P T 1 0 0

P 1 - T 1 a T 1 A
A G N B G N
A R S B R S
A R B R
KL2 KL4
L - L O W 4 B -
V O L T
L + D C
4 A +
L 1 4 3
1 0 0 ...
N 2 3 0 V 4 2
A C
P E 4 1
20 mm

shield terminal
60 mm

50 mm

extension cable

Fig. 7.4: Transducers (ATEX zone 2, FM Div. 2, without explosion protection) -

connection via junction box,
connection with the flowmeter
Table 7.4: Terminal assignment
terminal connection
AV white or marked cable (core)
AVS white or marked cable (inner shield)
ARS brown cable (inner shield)
AR brown cable (core)

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Connection of the Extension Cable with the Junction Box

Attention! The outer shield of the extension cable must not have electrical con-
tact to the junction box. The extension cable has to remain insulated
completely up to the shield terminal.

• Remove the blind plug from the housing (see Fig. 7.5).
• Open the cable gland of the extension cable. The compression part remains in the cap
nut.
• Push the extension cable through cap nut, compression part and basic part.
• Insert the extension cable in the junction box.
• Prepare the extension cable with the cable gland. Cut the outer shield and brush it
back.
• Pull the extension cable back until the brushed back outer shield is below the shield
terminal (see Fig. 7.5).
• Tighten the gasket ring side of the basic part in the junction box.
• Fix the cable gland by screwing the cap nut on the basic part.
• Fix the extension cable and the outer shield to the shield terminal of the junction box
(see Fig. 7.5).
• Connect the leads to the terminals of the junction box (see Fig. 7.5 and Table 7.5).

Table 7.5: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
TV white or marked cable (core)
TVS white or marked cable (inner shield)
TRS brown cable (inner shield)
TR brown cable (core)

Connection of the Transducer Cable with the Junction Box

• Remove the blind plug from the junction box (see Fig. 7.5).
• Insert the transducer cable with the SMB connectors in the housing.
• Fix the transducer cable by tightening the cable gland.
• Connect the SMB connectors with the sockets of the flowmeter (see Fig. 7.5 and Table
7.3).

Table 7.6: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
XV SMB connector (brown cable, marked white)
XR SMB connector (brown cable, marked black)

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XV XR

basic
part
20 mm
100 mm

75 mm

cable gland
12 mm

compres-
sion part

cap nut

extension cable

transducer
cable

shield terminal transducers:

• ATEX zone 2
• FM Div. 2
• without explosion
protection

Fig. 7.5: Transducers (ATEX zone 2, FM Div. 2, without explosion protection)

- connection via junction box, connection of extension cable and transducer cable
to the junction box

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7.3 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System AS

• Open the cable gland of the extension cable (see Fig. 7.6).
• Push the basic part of the cable gland towards the AMP-Quick and SMB connectors,
the cap nut and the compression part in the other direction.

Note! Cap nut, compression part and basic part of the cable gland remain on
the cable.

• Push the extension cable through the shield terminal to terminal strip KL6 for measur-
ing channel A and to terminal strip KL8 for measuring channel B (see Fig. 7.6).
• Pull the extension cable back until the brushed back outer shield is below the shield
terminal (see Fig. 7.6).
• Fix the extension cable and the outer shield to the shield terminal.
• Connect the AMP-Quick and the SMB connectors with the sockets of the flowmeter (see
Fig. 7.6 and Table 7.7).
A : B :
T 4 B
P 7 a T 4 B S A 1 S B 1
P 7 b T 4 b
P 6 a T 4 A S A 2 S B 2
P T 1 0 0

P 6 b T 4 a T 4 A

P 5 a S 3 S A 3 S B 3
P 5 b S 4
P 7 + T 3 B S A 4 S B 4
P 7 - T 3 b
P 6 + T 3 A
P 6 - T 3 a
P 5 + T 2 B
P 5 - T 2 b
P 4 + T 2 A
P 4 - T 2 a
P 3 + S 1
P 3 - S 2 T 1 B
B V
P 2 + T 1 B A V
P 2 - T 1 b
P 1 + T 1 A A V S B V S
P T 1 0 0

P 1 - T 1 a T 1 A
A G N B G N
A R S B R S
KL6 A R B R KL8
L - L O W 4 B -
V O L T
L + D C
4 A +
L 1 4 3
1 0 0 ...
N 2 3 0 V 4 2
A C
P E 4 1

AMP-Quick and
SMB connectors
shield terminal
basic
part
outer shield
cable gland
compres-
sion part
cap nut

transducers:
• ATEX zone 2
• FM Div. 2
• without explosion protection

Fig. 7.6: Transducers (ATEX zone 2, FM Div. 2, without explosion protection)

- direct connection

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Table 7.7: Terminal assignment

terminal connection
measuring channel A measuring channel B
X6AV X8BV SMB connector (white or marked cable)
X6AR X8BR SMB connector (brown cable)
X5 X7 AMP-Quick connector

7.4 Connection of the Power Supply

Attention! A switch according to IEC 61010-1:2001 has to be provided in the
building installation which must be near the instrument, easily acces-
sible for the user and marked as disconnection device of the instru-
ment.

• Connect the leads with the terminals of terminal strip KL2 (see Fig. 7.7 and Table 7.8).

A : B :
KL1 KL3 KL5 KL7
T 4 B
P 7 a T 4 B S A 1 S B 1
P 7 b T 4 b
P 6 a T 4 A S A 2 S B 2
P T 1 0 0

P 6 b T 4 a T 4 A

P 5 a S 3 S A 3 S B 3
P 5 b S 4
P 7 + T 3 B S A 4 S B 4
P 7 - T 3 b
P 6 + T 3 A
P 6 - T 3 a
P 5 + T 2 B
P 5 - T 2 b
P 4 + T 2 A
P 4 - T 2 a
P 3 + S 1
P 3 - S 2 T 1 B KL6 A V KL8 B V
P 2 + T 1 B
P 2 - T 1 b
P 1 + T 1 A A V S B V S
P T 1 0 0

P 1 - T 1 a T 1 A
A G N B G N
A R S B R S
A R B R
KL2 KL4
L - L O W 4 B -
V O L T
L + D C
4 A +
L 1 4 3
1 0 0 ...
N 2 3 0 V 4 2
A C
P E 4 1
power supply
(KL2)

Fig. 7.7 : Connection of the power supply

Table 7.8: Terminal assignment (power supply)

terminal connection AC terminal connection DC
PE earth PE earth
N neutral L- -DC
L1 phase 100...240 V AC, 50/60 Hz L+ +DC
fuse 1 A, time-lag fuse 1.6 A, time-lag

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7.5 Connection of the Outputs

I1 active loop Configure the outputs (see chapter 18). The terminals
Terminal:P1+,P1- to be used for the connection of the output are dis-
played at the end of the configuration dialog (here: P1+
and P1- for the active current loop).
• Connect the leads to the terminals of terminal strip KL1 as displayed (see Fig. 7.8 and Ta-
ble 7.9).

A : B :
KL1 KL3 KL5 KL7
T 4 B
P 7 a T 4 B S A 1 S B 1
P 7 b T 4 b
P 6 a T 4 A S A 2 S B 2

P T 1 0 0
P 6 b T 4 a T 4 A

P 5 a S 3 S A 3 S B 3
P 5 b S 4
P 7 + T 3 B S A 4 S B 4
P 7 - T 3 b
P 6 + T 3 A
P 6 - T 3 a
P 5 + T 2 B
P 5 - T 2 b
P 4 + T 2 A
P 4 - T 2 a
P 3 + S 1
P 3 - S 2 T 1 B KL6 A V KL8 B V
P 2 + T 1 B
P 2 - T 1 b
T 1 A A V S B V S
outputs P 1 +
P T 1 0 0

P 1 - T 1 a T 1 A
A G N B G N
(KL1) A R S B R S
A R B R
KL2 KL4
L - L O W 4 B -
V O L T
L + D C
4 A +
L 1 4 3
1 0 0 ...
N 2 3 0 V 4 2
A C
P E 4 1

Fig. 7.8: Connection of the outputs

• Close the flowmeter. Screw the cover on the housing.

Table 7.9: Circuits of the outputs

output FLUXUS terminal circuits

active Px+ RLOAD < 500 
current loop (red) + -
mA

+ (black)
-

Px-

semi-active Px+ RLOAD < 50 

current loop, (red) + -
operated as
mA
active current
loop
+ (black)
-

Px-

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Table 7.9: Circuits of the outputs

output FLUXUS terminal circuits

semi-active Px+ UH = 0...24 V
current loop, (red) + - UH > 0.021A . RLOAD[]
operated as
mA
passive cur-
rent loop
(black)
+ + -
Px-
-

UH

passive Px+ UH = 5...25 V

current loop (red) + - UH>0.021A . RLOAD[]+4V
mA
If UH = 12 V, RLOAD must
be in the range 0...380 .
(black) + -
UH
Px-

voltage Px+ RLOAD > 2 M

output (red)
+

If RLOAD is lower, the

V accuracy is lower than
Ri = 500
Ri=500 (black) - specified.
Px-

binary output Px+ UH = 5...24 V

(open (red) RC[k] = UH/Ic [mA]
collector)
RC
+

V Ic = 1...4 mA
+

(black) -
Px- -
UH

binary output Px+ UMAX = 24 V

a
(Reed relay) Pxa IMAX = 150 mA

b Pxb
Px-

RLOAD is the sum of all ohmic resistances in the circuit (resistance of the conductors, inner resis-
tance of the external power supply, resistance of the amperemeter/voltmeter, etc.)

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7.6 Connection of the Inputs

Max. 4 temperature probes Pt100 (4-wire) can be connected to the flowmeter (option).
Configure the temperature inputs (see chapter 17).
Table 7.10: Terminal assignment of the flowmeter
terminal connection with connection without
extension cable extension cable
Txa red red
TxA gray red/blue
Txb blue white/blue
TxB white white
Sx Pt100 shield Pt100 shield
x = 1...4

7.6.1 Connection of a Current Input

An active current source has to be connected to a passive current input. A passive cur-
rent source can be connected directly to an active current input, or to a passive current
input via an external power supply.

Connection of a Passive Current Source

At full load (20 mA), a DC voltage of min. 13 V is available for the supply of a passive cur-
rent source.
Terminal TxA is on the upper, Txb on the lower terminal row (x = 1...4).

TxA

Txb

- +
Fig. 7.9: Connection of an external passive current source

Attention! The terminals Txa and TxB must not be connected.

Attention! Observe the polarity to avoid damage of the current source. The cur-
rent input could be destroyed by a permanent shorting of both termi-
nals.

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If the flowmeter has a passive current input, an external power supply is necessary. The
power supply UH must be able to
• supply sufficient power for the energy requirements of the passive current source
• cover the voltage drop over the measurement resistance (max. 1 V) and
• cover all other voltage drops (e.g. cable resistance) in the circuit.
A current of min. 20 mA has to be provided.

example: A passive current source (e.g. a pressure sensor) is connected to a passive

current input.
technical data of the pressure sensor:
auxiliary power supply: US = 11...30 V DC
output signal: IA = 4...20 mA
The required auxiliary power supply of the pressure sensor will be calculat-
ed as follows:

UH min = US min + IA max · Rmea + IA max · Rcab

Rmea - input impedance
Rcab - cable resistance)

= 11 V + 20 mA · 50  + 20 mA · 2 
= 12.04 V

UH max = 30 V (according to specification of the supplier)

Connection of an Active Current Source

Attention! Never connect an active current source to an active current input!

The terminals TxA and TxB are on the upper terminal row (x =1...4)
If the polarity of the current source is inversed, only the sign of the measured current will
change.

TxA TxB

+ -
Fig. 7.10: Connection of an active current source

Attention! The terminals Txa and Txb must not be connected.

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Table 7.11: Technical data of the active current input

current input active passive
measuring range 0...20 mA -20...+20 mA
accuracy 0.1 % of reading 10 µA 0.1 % of reading 10 µA
input impedance 50 /0.6 W 50 /0.6 W
short circuit current 100 mA 100 mA

7.7 Connection of the Serial Interface

The RS232 interface is on the front plate of the flowmeter (see Fig. 4.4).
The flowmeter can be equipped with an RS485 interface (option). It will be connected as
follows:
Table 7.12: Terminal assignment
terminal connection
43 RS485 (shield)
4A+ RS485 A+
4B- RS485 B-

A : B :
KL1 KL3 KL5 KL7
T 4 B
P 7 a T 4 B S A 1 S B 1
P 7 b T 4 b
P 6 a T 4 A S A 2 S B 2
P T 1 0 0

P 6 b T 4 a T 4 A

P 5 a S 3 S A 3 S B 3
P 5 b S 4
P 7 + T 3 B S A 4 S B 4
P 7 - T 3 b
P 6 + T 3 A
P 6 - T 3 a
P 5 + T 2 B
P 5 - T 2 b
P 4 + T 2 A
P 4 - T 2 a
P 3 + S 1
P 3 - S 2 KL6 KL8
serial interface
T 1 B
T 1 B A V B V
P 2 +
P 2 - T 1 b
P 1 + T 1 A A V S B V S
P T 1 0 0

RS485 (option) P 1 - T 1 A
T 1 a
A G N B G N
A R S B R S
(KL4) A R B R
KL2 KL4
L - L O W 4 B -
V O L T
L + D C
4 A +
L 1 4 3
1 0 0 ...
N 2 3 0 V 4 2
A C
P E 4 1

Fig. 7.11: Connection of the serial interface

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7.8 Connection of the Sensor Module (SENSPROM)

The sensor module contains important transducer data for the operation of the flowmeter
with the transducers. It is connected with the corresponding terminals of the flowmeter.
If transducers are replaced or added, the sensor module has to be replaced or added,
too.

Note! The serial number of sensor module and transducer have to be iden-
tical. A wrong or incorrectly connected sensor module will result in in-
correct measured values or in measurement failure.

• Disconnect the power supply of the power supply.

• If the transducer cable has a 4-pole connector, connect it with socket X5 (terminal strip
KL5) or X7 (terminal strip KL7) (see Fig. 7.12).
• Otherwise, connect the sensor module with the terminals of terminal strip KL5 or KL7
(see Fig. 7.12).

Attention! The sensor module and the connector must not be connected at the
same time.

• If the cable with the 4-pole connector is cut, it can be connected directly to the terminal
strip KL5 or KL7 (see Fig. 7.12 and Table 7.13).
Table 7.13: Terminals for the connection of the sensor module
terminal connection
SA1 gray
SA2
SA3 brown
SA4 green

A : B :
KL1 KL3
T 4 B
KL5 KL7 sensor module
P 7 a
P 6 a
P 7 b
T 4 B
T 4 A
T 4 b
S A 1
S A 2
S B 1
S B 2
measuring
P T 1 0 0

P 6 b T 4 a T 4 A

P 5 a
P 5 b
S 3
S 4
S A 3 S B 3
S B 4
channel B
P 7 + T 3 B S A 4
P 6 +
P 7 -
T 3 A
T 3 b
(KL7)
P 5 +
P 6 -
T 2 B
T 3 a X5 X7
P 5 - T 2 b
P 4 + T 2 A
P 4 - T 2 a
P 3 + S 1
P 2 +
P 3 -
T 1 B
S 2 T 1 B
KL6 A V KL8 B V
P 2 - T 1 b B V S
P 1 + T 1 A A V S
sensor module
P T 1 0 0

P 1 - T 1 a T 1 A
A G N B G N
A R S
A R
B R S
B R
measuring
KL2 KL4 channel A
L -
L +
L O W
V O L T
4 B -
4 A +
(KL5)
D C
L 1 4 3
1 0 0 ...
N 2 3 0 V 4 2
A C
P E 4 1

Fig. 7.12: Connection of the sensor module (SENSPROM)

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8 Installation of the Temperature Probe (Option)

8.1 Fixing of the Temperature Probe
• Remove rust, insulation material and loose paint to guarantee a good thermal contact.
• Clean the pipe.
• Mount the protection plate and the isolation foam to the temperature probe (see Fig.
8.1).

a) b)

Fig. 8.1: Temperature probe:

a) with protection plate and isolation foam
b) without protection plate and isolation foam

- Apply a film of thermal conductivity paste (no FLEXIM supply) onto the contact sur-
face of the temperature probe.
- Take the spring end of the ball chain and insert the last ball in one of the slots on the
top of the temperature probe.
- Place the chain around the pipe. Pull the chain firmly and insert it in the second slot
of the temperature probe (see Fig. 8.2).

slot at the upper

side of the
temperature probe

Fig. 8.2: Installed temperature probe

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8.2 Connection of the Temperature Probe

• Connect the temperature probe with the temperature input of the flowmeter.
Tabelle 8.1: Terminal strip KL2 of the flowmeter
terminal connection of connection of
temperature probe extension cable
T1a...T4a red red
T1A...T4A red/blue gray
T1b...T4b white/blue blue
T1B...T4B white white
S1...S4 shield shield

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9 Start-up
9.1 Switching on
As soon as the flowmeter is connected with the power sup-
FLEXIM FLUXUS ply it will be displayed which transducer has been detected
G70X-XXXXXXXX at which channel.
Afterwards the serial number of the flowmeter will be dis-
played for a short time.
Data can not be entered while the serial number is dis-
played.
After initialization, the main menu is displayed in the se-
>PAR< mea opt sf
lected language. The language of the display can be set
Parameter (see section 9.4).

9.2 Displays
9.2.1 Main Menu
The main menu contains the program branches:
>PAR< mea opt sf
Parameter • PAR (parameters)
• MEA (measuring)
• OPT (output options)
• SF (special functions)

The selected program branch is displayed in capital letters between arrows. The com-
plete name of the selected program branch is displayed in the lower line.
Select a program branch with key O-
and O+
. Press ENTER.

Note! By pressing key BRK, the measurement will be stopped and the main
menu selected.

Note! In this manual, all program entries and keys are indicated in capital
letters. Program entries are indicated in typewriter characters (PA-
RAMETER). The menu items will be separated from the main menu by
a backslash "\".

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9.2.2 The Program Branches and their Menu Items

• The pipe and medium parameters will be input in the program branch PARAMETER.
• The steps for the measurement will be processed in the program branch MEASURING.
• Physical quantity and unit of measurement as well as all parameters necessary for the
measured value output will be defined in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS.
• All functions that are not directly related with the measurement are in program branch
SPECIAL FUNCTION.
For an overview of the program branches see section 9.2.3. For a detailed overview of
the menu structure see annex B.

9.2.3 Overview of the Program Branches

parameter measuring output options special function

>PAR< >MEA< >OPT< >SF<
   
selection of the selection of the selection of the system settings1)
measuring channel measuring channel measuring channel
   
pipe parameters measuring physical quantity instrument
point number information
   
medium parameters sound path unit of measurement print measured
values
   
transducer type transducer damping delete measured
positioning values
   
extension cable measurement measured value program code
output
 
consistency check install material


1 install medium
The following menu items are in SYSTEM SETTINGS:
• dialogs/menus
• inputs
• measurement
• gas measurement
• outputs
• storing
• serial output
• miscellaneous
• set clock
• libraries

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9.2.4 Navigation
If a vertical arrow  is displayed, the menu item contains a scroll list. The current list
item is displayed in the lower line.
OON
Parameter  Scroll with key and OOFF to select a list item in the low-
for Channel A: er line. Press ENTER.
In some menu items, there is a horizontal scroll list in the lower line. The selected list
item is displayed in capital letters between arrows.

Lining Scroll with key - O

and O+ to select a list item in the
no >YES< lower line. Press ENTER.

In some menu items, there is a horizontal scroll list in the upper line. The selected list
item is displayed in capital letters between arrows. The current value of the list item is
displayed in the lower line.

R1=FUNC<typ mode Scroll with key O-

and O+ to select a list item in the up-
Function: MAX per line.
OON

Scroll with key and to select a value for the se-

OOFF

lected list item in the lower line.

Press ENTER.

9.3 HotCodes
A HotCode is a key sequence activating some settings:
• language selection (see section 9.4)
• switching on the SuperUser mode (see chapter 16)
• switching on the FastFood mode (see section 12.6)
• manual input of the lower limit for the inner pipe diameter (see section 12.8)
A HotCode can be entered in the main menu after pressing key C.

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9.4 Language Selection

The flowmeter can be operated in the languages listed below. The language can be se-
lected with the following HotCodes:

Tabelle 9.1: Language HotCodes

909031 Dutch
909033 French
909034 Spanish
909044 English
909049 German

Depending on the technical data of the flowmeter, some of the languages might not be
implemented.
When the last digit is entered, the main menu will be displayed in the selected language.
The selected language remains activated after switching the flowmeter off and on again.

Hinweis! After initialization of the flowmeter the default language will be set
(key BRK and C when switching on).

9.5 Operation State Indication (G709)

The operation state is indicated by 2 LEDs.
Table 9.2: Operation state indication (LED SIGNAL)
LED off flowmeter offline
LED lights green signal quality of measuring channel sufficient for measurement
LED lights red signal quality of measuring channel sufficient for measurement
Table 9.3: Operation state indication (LED READY)
LED off no measurement
LED lights yellow measurement
LED flashes yellow before a HotCode can be entered, key C has to be pressed

9.6 Interruption of the Power Supply

All current measuring parameters will be stored in a non-volatile cold start resistant EP-
ROM as soon as the measurement begins. The operation of the flowmeter will be inter-
rupted if the power supply fails. All input data remain saved..
After return of the power supply, the serial number will be
FLEXIM FLUXUS displayed for a few seconds.
G70X-XXXXXXXX

The stopped measurement will be continued. All selected output options are still active.
The measurement is not continued after return of the power supply if a cold start was
performed.

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10 Basic Measurement
The pipe and medium parameters will be entered for the selected measuring point (see
chapter 5). The ranges are limited by the properties of the transducers and of the flowme-
ter.

Note! The transducers have to be connected to the flowmeter during input

of the parameters.

Note! The parameters will be stored only if the program branch PARAME-
TER is finished completely once.

10.1 Input of the Pipe Parameters

Select the program branch PARAMETER. Press ENTER.
>PAR< mea opt sf
Parameter

Select the channel for which parameters are to be en-

Parameter 
tered. Press ENTER.
for Channel A:
This display will not be indicated, if the flowmeter has
only one measuring channel.

10.1.1 Outer Pipe Diameter/Pipe Circumference

Enter the outer pipe diameter. Press ENTER.
Outer Diameter
100.0 mm

An error message will be displayed if the entered pa-

Outer Diameter
rameter is not within the range. The limit will be dis-
1100.0 MAXIMAL played.
example: upper limit 1100 mm for the connected trans-
ducers and for a pipe wall thickness of 50 mm.

It is possible to enter the pipe circumference instead of the outer pipe diameter (see sec-
tion 15.2.1).
If the input of the pipe circumference has been activated and 0 (zero) is entered for the
OUTER DIAMETER, the menu item PIPE CIRCUMFER. will be displayed. If the pipe cir-
cumference is not to be entered, press key BRK to return to the main menu and start the
parameter input again.

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10.1.2 Pipe Wall Thickness

Enter the pipe wall thickness. The range depends on
Wall Thickness
the connected transducers. Press ENTER.
3.0 mm

Note! The inner pipe diameter (= outer pipe diameter - 2x pipe wall thick-
ness) will be calculated internally. If the value is not within the inner
pipe diameter range of the connected transducers, an error message
will be displayed.
It is possible to change the lower limit of the inner pipe diameter for a
given transducer type (see section 12.8).

10.1.3 Pipe Material

The pipe material has to be selected to determine the sound velocity. The sound velocity
for the materials in the scroll list are stored in the flowmeter.
Select the pipe material from the scroll list.
Pipe Material 
Carbon Steel If the material is not in the scroll list, select OTHER MA-
TERIAL. Press ENTER.

The materials to be displayed in the scroll list can be selected (see chapter 14.5).
When the pipe material is selected, the corresponding sound velocity is set automatical-
ly. If OTHER MATERIAL is selected, the sound velocity has to be entered.
Enter the sound velocity of the pipe material. Press EN-
c-Material
TER.
3230.0 m/s

Note! Enter the sound velocity of the material (i.e. longitudinal or transver-
sal velocity) which is nearer to 2500 m/s.

For the sound velocity of some materials see annex C, Table C.1.

10.1.4 Pipe Lining

If the pipe has an inner lining, select YES. Press EN-
Lining
TER.
no >YES<
If NO is selected, the next parameter will be displayed
(see section 10.1.5).
Select the lining material.
Lining 
Bitumen If the material is not in the scroll list, select OTHER MA-
TERIAL. Press ENTER.

The materials to be displayed in the scroll list can be selected (see chapter 14.5).

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If OTHER MATERIAL is selected, the sound velocity has to be entered.

Enter the sound velocity of the lining material. Press
c-Material
ENTER.
3200.0 m/s

For the sound velocity of some materials see annex C, Table C.1.
Enter the thickness of the liner. Press ENTER.
Liner Thickness
3.0 mm

Note! The inner pipe diameter (= outer pipe diameter - 2x pipe wall thick-
ness - 2x liner thickness) will be calculated internally. If the value is
not within the inner pipe diameter range of the connected transduc-
ers, an error message will be displayed.
It is possible to change the lower limit of the inner pipe diameter for a
given transducer type (see section 12.8).

10.1.5 Pipe Roughness

The flow profile of the medium is influenced by the roughness of the inner pipe wall. The
roughness will be used for the calculation of the profile correction factor. As, in most cas-
es, the pipe roughness can not be exactly determined, it has to be estimated.
For the roughness of some materials see annex C, Table C.2. The values are based on
experience and measurements.
Enter the roughness of the selected pipe or liner materi-
Roughness
al.
0.4 mm
Change the value according to the condition of the inner
pipe wall. Press ENTER.

10.2 Input of the Medium Parameters

Select the medium from the scroll list.
Medium 
natural gas If the medium is not in the scroll list, select OTHER MA-
TERIAL. Press ENTER.

The media to be displayed in the scroll list can be selected (see chapter 14.5).
For the programmed parameters of common media see annex C, Table C.3.
If a medium is selected from the scroll list, the menu item for the input of the medium
temperature is displayed directly (see section 10.2.5).
If OTHER MEDIUM is selected or no data set for the selected medium is stored in the flow-
meter (e.g. natural gas, as the parameters depend on the composition of the natural
gas), the medium parameters have to be entered first:

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• min. and max. sound velocity

• kinematic viscosity
• density
• gas compressibility factor

10.2.1 Sound Velocity

The sound velocity of the medium is used for the calculation of the transducer distance at
the beginning of the measurement. However, the sound velocity does not influence the
measuring result directly. Often, the exact value of the sound velocity for a medium is un-
known. A range of possible values for the sound velocity must therefore be entered.
These displays are indicated only if OTHER MEDIUM has been selected.
Enter the min. and max. sound velocity of the medium.
c-Medium MIN
Press ENTER after each input.
1400.0 m/s

10.2.2 Kinematic Viscosity

The kinematic viscosity influences the flow profile of the medium. The entered value and
other parameters will be used for the profile correction. This display is indicated only if
OTHER MEDIUM has been selected or no data set for the selected medium is stored in
the flowmeter (e.g. natural gas).
Enter the kinematic viscosity of the medium. Press EN-
kinem. Viscosity
TER.
1.00 mm2/s

10.2.3 Density
The mass flow will be calculated on the base of the density (product of volume flow and
density). This display is indicated only if OTHER MEDIUM has been selected or no data
set for the selected medium is stored in the flowmeter (e.g. natural gas).
Enter the operating density of the medium. Press EN-
Density
TER.
60.00 kg/m3

10.2.4 Gas Compressibility Factor

The gas compressibility factor is needed for the calculation of the standard volume flow
(see section 11.1.1). Take care that the value is selected corresponding to the operating
pressure, the operating temperature and the composition of the gas. This display is indi-
cated only if OTHER MEDIUM has been selected or no data set for the selected medium is
stored in the flowmeter (e.g. natural gas).
Enter the gas compressibility factor. Press ENTER.
Gas compr.factor
1.000 factor

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10.2.5 Medium Temperature

At the beginning of the measurement, the medium temperature is used for the interpola-
tion of the sound velocity and thus, for the calculation of the recommended transducer
distance and for the interpolation of the gas compressibility factor.
During measurement, the medium temperature will be used for the interpolation of densi-
ty and viscosity of the medium.
The value entered here will be used for the calculations if the medium temperature is not
measured and fed to an input of the flowmeter.
Enter the medium temperature. The value must be
Medium Temperat.
within the operating temperature range of the transduc-
20.0 C ers. Press ENTER.

10.2.6 Medium Pressure

The medium pressure will be used for the interpolation of the sound velocity and of the
gas compressibility factor. This display is indicated only if SPECIAL FUNCTIONS\SYS-
TEM SETTINGS\MEASURING\GAS-MEASURING has been activated or if GAS-MEASUR-
ING has been deactivated and SPECIAL FUNCTIONS\SYSTEM SETTINGS\DIALOGS/
MENUS\MEDIUM PRESSURE has been activated.
Enter the medium pressure. Press ENTER.
Fluid Pressure
60.00 bar

10.3 Other Parameters

10.3.1 Transducer Parameters
If transducers are detected at a measuring channel, input of parameters will be finished.
Press ENTER. The main menu will be displayed.
If no or special transducers are connected, the transducer parameters have to be en-
tered.
Select STANDARD to use the standard transducer pa-
Transducer Type 
rameters stored in the flowmeter.
Standard
Select SPECIAL VERSION to enter the transducer pa-
rameters. The parameters have to be provided by the
transducer manufacturer.
Press ENTER.

Note! If standard transducer parameters are used, FLEXIM can not guaran-
tee for the precision of the measured values. A measurement might
be even impossible.

If SPECIAL VERSION is selected, enter the 6 transduc-

Transd. Data 1
er parameters specified by the manufacturer. Press EN-
35.99 TER after each input.

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10.3.2 Extension Cable

If the transducer cable has to be extended, enter the
Additional cable
additional cable length (e.g. between the junction box
65.0 m and the flowmeter). Press ENTER.

10.4 Selection of the Channels

The channels on which will be measured can be activated individually. This is only possi-
ble if the flowmeter has more than one measuring channel.
Select the program branch MEASURING. Press ENTER.
par >MEA< opt sf
Measuring

If this error message is displayed, the parameters are

par >MEA< opt sf
not complete. Enter the missing parameters in the pro-
NO DATA ! gram branch PARAMETER.
The channels for the measurement can be activated
CHANN: >A< B Y Z
and deactivated.
MEASUR  - .
This display will not be indicated, if the flowmeter has
only one measuring channel.

The symbols mean:

: the channel is active
–: the channel is not active
•: the channel can not be activated

Note! A channel can not be activated if the parameters are not valid, e.g. if
the parameters in the program branch PARAMETER of the channel
are not complete.

• Select a channel with key O-

and O+
.
OON

• Press key to activate or deactivate the selected channel.

• Press ENTER.
A deactivated channel will be ignored during the measurement. Its parameters will re-
main unchanged.
If the data memory or the serial interface is activated, the measuring point number has to
be entered:
If arrows are displayed, ASCII text can be entered.
Meas. Point No.:
1 () If digits are displayed, only digits, point and hyphen can
be entered.
Enter the measuring point number. Press ENTER.

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10.5 Define Number of Sound Paths

The number of transits of the ultrasonic waves through the medium depends on the
placement of the transducers on the pipe.
If the number of transits is odd (diagonal mode), the transducers will be mounted on op-
posite sides of the pipe.
If the number of transits is even (reflection mode), the transducers will be mounted on the
same side of the pipe.
An increased number of transits means increased accuracy of the measurement. Howev-
er, the increased transit distance results in a higher attenuation of the signal.
The reflections on the opposite pipe wall and deposits on the inner pipe wall cause addi-
tional amplitude losses of the sound signal.
If the signal is attenuated strongly by the medium, the pipe, deposits, etc., the number of
sound paths has to be set to 1 if necessary.

reflection mode, number of sound paths = 2 diagonal mode, number of sound paths = 3
A A

  !

A < 0

diagonal mode, number of sound paths = 1, negative transducer distance

Fig. 10.1: Sound path and transducer distance (A)

Note! Exact positioning of the transducers is easier for an even number (re-
flection mode) of transit paths than for an odd number (diagonal
mode).

A value for the number of sound paths corresponding to

A: Sound Path
the connected transducers and the entered parameters
2 NUM will be recommended. Change the value if necessary.
Press ENTER.

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10.6 Installation of the Damping Mats

Before the transducers are mounted, damping mats will be installed. The damping mats
reduce propagation of noise in the pipe wall.
• Select the measuring point according to the recommendations in chapter 5.
• Clean the pipe surface at the selected measuring point:
- Smooth a coat of paint by grinding. The paint does not need to be removed com-
pletely.
- Grind rust or loose paint.
- Remove grease or dust. Clean the pipe surface with soap sud.
• Select type and size of the damping mat (see annex A, sectionTechnical Data).
• Select the installation instructions corresponding to the supplied damping mat (see
section 10.6.1 or 10.6.2).

10.6.1 Installation of Self-Adhesive Damping Mats

Observe the operating temperature of the damping mat (see annex A, section Technical
Data).
• Cut the damping mat to size, if necessary (see annex A, section Technical Data).
• Remove a part of the protection sheet and fold it (see Fig. 10.2).

Attention! Wear protective gloves and protective goggles when mounting the
damping mats.
In case of contact with the eyes:
• rinse immediately with plenty of water and
• see an eye specialist.
In case of contact with the skin:
• wash immediately with plenty of water.

• Fix the part of the damping mat where the protection sheet is removed to the pipe.

protection sheet

damping mat

Fig. 10.2: Protection sheet folded

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• Fix the damping mat to the pipe: remove the protection sheet bit by bit from the damp-
ing mat and attach the damping mat to the pipe at the same time.

Note! Air pockets must be avoided.

improvement of adhesion and removal of air pockets:

• Press the roll in the middle of the damping mat along the pipe axis (see 1 in Fig. 10.3).
• Press the roll from the middle to the sides (see 2 in Fig. 10.3).
• Cut the remaining air pockets by a knife.

transducer
damping mat

Fig. 10.3: Installation of the damping mat (reflection mode)

Fig. 10.4: Installation of the damping mat (diagonal mode)

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Note! The damping mat adheres strongly to the pipe. Later alignment is not
possible. The damping mat has to be positioned correctly immediate-
ly.

Note! The damping mat can not be reused after removal.

• Depending on the transducer type, another layer of the damping mat is necessary (see
annex A, Technical Data). Repeat the steps for the installation of the damping mat.
• Mount the transducers onto the damping mat. Select the installation instruction corre-
sponding to the supplied transducer mounting fixture (see section 10.7).
• If the measuring point is close to a reflection point (e.g. flange), a damping mat has to
be installed there, if necessary (see Fig. 10.5). Repeat the steps for the installation of
the damping mat.

pipe damping mat

reflection point

Fig. 10.5: Installation of the damping mat to the reflection point

Note! Damping mats will be mounted to the complete circumference of the

pipe at the reflection point (see Fig. 10.5).

10.6.2 Installation of non Self-Adhesive Damping Mats

Observe the operating temperature of the damping mat (see annex A, section Technical
Data).
The non self-adhesive damping mats can be reused. They are not suitable for permanent
use.
A water based ultrasound gel will be used for coupling. The ultrasound gel can dry and is
then no longer effective.

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• Cut the damping mat to size, if necessary (see annex A, section Technical Data).
• Apply the a bead of ultrasound gel along the center line onto the inner side of the
damping mat.
• Spread the ultrasound gel evenly on the surface of the damping mat by means of a
spattle (see Fig. 10.6).

Fig. 10.6: Application of ultrasound gel to the damping mat

• Position the damping mat on the pipe (see Fig. 10.3).

• Remove air pockets by means of the supplied roller.

Note! When measuring in diagonal mode, a damping mat will be fixed addi-
tionally to the opposite side of the pipe (see Fig. 10.4).

• Mount the transducers onto the damping mat. Select the installation instruction corre-
sponding to the supplied transducer mounting fixture (see section 10.7).
• If the measuring point is close to a reflection point (e.g. flange), a damping mat has to
be installed there, if necessary (see Fig. 10.5).
• Repeat the steps for the installation of the damping mat.

Note! Damping mats will be mounted to the complete circumference of the

pipe at the reflection point (see Fig. 10.5).

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10.7 Mounting and Positioning the Transducers

Observe the safety instructions in chapter 2.
The transducers will be fixed to the pipe by means of the supplied transducer mounting
fixture.
• Install the damping mats (see section ).10.6
• Use coupling foil (only if damping mats are not installed) or apply a bead of acoustic
coupling compound along the center line onto the contact surface of the transducers.
• Air pockets must not be between transducer contact surface, damping mat and pipe
wall.
• Make sure that the transducer mounting fixture applies the necessary pressure on the
transducers.
The transducer will be mounted so that the engravings on the transducers form an arrow
(see Fig. 10.7). The transducer cables show then in opposite directions. The arrow indi-
cates the positive flow direction (see section 10.9).

Fig. 10.7: Correct positioning of the transducers

10.7.1 Transducer Distance

A value for the transducer distance is recommended.
Transd. Distance
Mount the transducers on the pipe adjusting this value
A:54 mm Reflec (see section 10.5). Press ENTER.
A - measuring channel
REFLEC - reflection mode
DIAGON - diagonal mode
The transducer distance given here is the distance between the inner edges of the trans-
ducers. A negative transducer distance is possible for a measurement in diagonal mode
on very small pipes (see Fig. 10.1).

Note! The accuracy of the recommended transducer distance depends on

the accuracy of the pipe and medium parameters entered.

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Straps

Mounting the Transducers with Clasps

• Cut the tension straps (pipe circumference + 120 mm).
• Make sure that part (2) of the clasp is on top of part (1) (see Fig. 10.8). The hooks of
part (2) must be on the outer side of the clasp.
• Pull approx. 2 cm of the tension strap through the slot of the clasp (see Fig. 10.9) to fix
the clasp to the tension strap.
• Bend the end of the tension strap back. Push the other end of the tension strap through
the groove on the top of the mounting shoe.
• Place the clasp on the side of the pipe. Turn the tension strap around the pipe (see Fig.
10.10).

Note! The clasp must be in contact completely with the pipe to ensure a
good fixation.

• Place the mounting shoe on the pipe. Hold clasp and mounting shoe with one hand
while pushing the tension strap through parts (2) and (1) of the clasp (see Fig. 10.8).
• Pull the tension strap firmly and engage it in the inner hooks of the clasp.

Fig. 10.8: Clasp

Fig. 10.9: Clasp with tension strap

Note! At pipes with large diameters, use tongs, if necessary, to tense the
tension strap.

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• Mount the second transducer in the same way. Adjust the displayed transducer dis-
tance by means of the measuring tape.
• Tighten the screws of the clasps.
• Push the transducers in the mounting shoes. Press the transducer firmly on the pipe.
There should be no air pockets between transducer surface and pipe wall. Tighten the
screw of the mounting shoe firmly.

Fig. 10.10: Mounted transducer in mounting shoe, fixed by clasp

Note! When the transducers are mounted on a vertical pipe and the flow-
meter is placed lower than the pipe, the cable of the upper transducer
should be fixed to the tension strap by a cable tie to protect the cable
from mechanical strain.

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Mounting the Transducers with FLEXIM Clasps

• Cut the tension straps (pipe circumference + 120 mm).
• Push approx. 2 cm of the tension strap through the slot of the clasp (see Fig. 10.11).
1

3
2

Fig. 10.11: Clasp, metal spring with tension strap

• Push the tension strap through the metal spring (3, see Fig. 10.11).
• Bend the end of the tension strap back. Push the other end of the tension strap through
the groove on the top of the mounting shoe.
Place the clasp on the side of the pipe. Turn the tension strap around the pipe (see Fig.
10.12)

Fig. 10.12: Mounted transducer in mounting shoe, fixed with FLEXIM clasp

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Note! The clasp and the metal spring must be in contact completely with
the pipe to ensure a good fixation.

• Place the mounting shoe on the pipe. Hold clasp and mounting shoe with one hand
while pushing the tension strap through parts (2) and (1) of the clasp (see Fig. 10.11).
• Pull the tension strap firmly and engage it in the inner hooks of the clasp.

Note! At pipes with large diameters, use tongs, if necessary, to tense the
tension strap.

• Mount the second transducer in the same way. Adjust the displayed transducer dis-
tance by means of the measuring tape.
• Tighten the screws of the clasps.
• Push the transducers in the mounting shoes. Press the transducer firmly on the pipe.
There should be no air pockets between transducer surface and pipe wall. Tighten the
screw of the mounting shoe firmly.

Note! When the transducers are mounted on a vertical pipe and the flow-
meter is placed lower than the pipe, the cable of the upper transducer
should be fixed to the tension strap by a cable tie to protect the cable
from mechanical strain.

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10.7.3 Fine Measurement
Adjustment of the Transducer Distance
If the displayed transducer distance is adjusted, press EN-
Transd. Distance
TER.
A: 54 mm !
The positioning procedure is started.
A bar graph S= displays the amplitude of the received sig-
S=
nal.
A:<>=54 mm!
If the LED of the measuring channel lights green, the sig-
nal is sufficient for a measurement (only FLUXUS G709).
If the LED of the measuring channel lights red, the signal is
not sufficient for a measurement (only FLUXUS G709).
Shift a transducer slightly in the range of the recommend-
ed transducer distance
• FLUXUS G704: until the bar graph has max. length
(max. 6 squares)
• FLUXUS G709: until the LED of the measuring channel
lights green.
The following can be displayed in the upper line with key
S= DISP

and in the lower line with key :DISP

Q=
• transducer distance
trans. 94.0 s • C (signal noise ratio)
Q= If min. one box is displayed, the signal is sufficient for
the measurement. Optimum for the measurement are
three or more boxes.
• bar graph Q= (signal quality), must have max. length
• transit time TRANS. in µs
• bar graph S= (signal amplitude)
If the signal is not sufficient for measurement, Q= UNDEF
will be displayed.

In case of larger deviations, check if the entered parameters are correct or repeat the
measurement at a different location on the pipe.
After the precise positioning of the transducers, the recom-
Transd.Distance?
mended transducer distance is displayed again.
53.9 mm
Enter the actual (precise) transducer distance. Press EN-
TER.

Repeat the steps for all channels on which will be measured. The measurement will be
started automatically afterwards.

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10.7.4 Consistency Check

If a wide range for the sound speed has been entered in the program branch PARAMETER
or the exact parameters of the medium are not known, a consistency check is recom-
mended.
DISP

The transducer distance can be displayed during measurement by scrolling with key .
The optimum transducer distance (here: 50.0 mm) will be
L=(50.0) 54.0 mm
displayed in parentheses in the upper line, followed by the
54.5 m3/h entered transducer distance (here: 54.0 mm). The latter
value must correspond to the actually adjusted transducer
distance. Press ENTER to optimize the transducer dis-
tance.
The optimum transducer distance is calculated on the basis of the measured sound
speed. It is therefore a better approximation than the first value which had been calculat-
ed on the basis of the approximate sound speed range entered in the program branch
PARAMETER.
If the difference of optimum and entered transducer distance is less than specified in Ta-
ble 10.1 or Table 10.2, the measurement is consistent and the measured values are val-
id. The measurement can be continued.
If the difference is greater, adjust the transducer distance to the displayed optimum val-
ue. Afterwards, check the signal quality and the signal amplitude bar graph (see section
10.7.3). Press ENTER.

Table 10.1: Standard values for signal optimization of shear wave transducers
transducer frequency difference between optimum and entered transducer distance [mm]
P 8
M 10
K 15
G 20

Table 10.2: Standard values for signal optimization of Lamb wave transducers
transducer frequency difference between optimum and entered transducer distance [mm]
Q -3...+5
P - 6...+10
M -10...+20
K -25...+40
H -35...+60
G -50...+100

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Enter the new adjusted transducer distance. Press EN-

Transd.Distance?
TER.
50.0 mm

Scroll with key again until the transducer distance is

DISP

L=(51.1) 50.0 mm
displayed and check the difference between optimum and
54.5 m3/h entered transducer distance. Repeat the steps if neces-
sary.

Note! Never change the transducer distance during measurement without

having restarted the consistency check.

Repeat the steps for all channels on which will be measured.

10.7.5 Value of the Sound Speed

The sound velocity of the medium can be displayed during measurement by pressing key
.
DISP

If an approximate range for the sound speed has been entered in the program branch
PARAMETER and the transducer distance has been optimized afterwards as described in
section 10.7.4, it is recommended to note the sound velocity for the next measurement.
The optimization procedure does not need to be repeated then.
Also note the medium temperature as the sound speed depends on the temperature. The
value can be entered in the program branch PARAMETER or a user defined medium can
be defined for this sound velocity (see section 14.2 and 14.3).

10.8 Start of Measurement

The measured values will be displayed in the lower line.
A:Volume(oper.)
Press ENTER to return to the fine adjustment of the trans-
31.82 m3/h ducer distance (see section 10.7.3).

If the standard volume flow is selected as physical quantity during the gas measurement,
the operating volume flow can be displayed, too.
Press key DISP to display the standard volume flow.
A:Volume(norm.)
31.82 m3/h The character * indicates that the displayed value (here:
operational volume flow) is not the selected physical quan-
tity (here: standard volume flow).
A:Volume(oper.)
* 16.22 m3/h

If more than one measuring channel is available/activated, the flowmeter works with an
integrated measuring point multiplexer providing quasi simultaneous measurement on
the different measuring channels.
The flow is measured on one measuring channel for approx. 1 s, then the multiplexer
switches to the next activated channel.

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The measuring time depends on the measuring conditions. If, e.g. the measuring signal
can not be detected immediately, the measurement might be > 1 s.
The outputs and the serial interface continuously get the measuring results of the as-
signed channel. The results will be displayed according to the actually selected output
options (see chapter 11). The default unit of measurement of the volume flow is m3/h. For
the selection of the values to be displayed and for setting of the output options see chap-
ter 11. For further measuring functions see chapter 12.

10.9 Detection of Flow Direction

The flow direction in the pipe can be detected with the help of the displayed volume flow
in conjunction with the arrow on the transducers:
• The medium flows in arrow direction if the displayed volume flow is positive (e.g.
54.5 m3/h).
• The medium flows against the arrow direction if the displayed volume flow is negative
(e.g. -54.5 m3/h).

10.10 Stopping the Measurement

The measurement can be interrupted at any time by pressing key BRK, if not being pro-
tected by a program code (see section 12.9).

Note! Be careful not to interrupt a current measurement by inadvertently

pressing key BRK!

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The physical quantity will be set in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS (see section
11.1).
During measurement, the designation of the physical quantity will be displayed in the up-
per line, its value in the lower line. The display can be adapted (see section 11.3).

11.1 Selection of the Physical Quantity and of the Unit of

Measurement
The following quantities can be measured:
• sound velocity
• flow velocity: is calculated on the basis of the measured transit time difference
• operating volume flow: will be calculated by multiplying the flow velocity by the cross-
section of the pipe
• standard volume flow: will be calculated on the basis of the operating volume flow
(see section 11.1.1)
• mass flow: will be calculated by multiplying the volume flow by the operating density of
the medium
The physical quantity will be selected as follows:
Select the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS. Press EN-
par mea >OPT< sf
TER.
Output Options

Select the channel for which the physical quantity is to be

Output Options 
entered. Press ENTER.
for Channel A:
This display will not be indicated, if the flowmeter has only
one measuring channel.
Select the physical quantity in the scroll list. Press ENTER.
Physic. Quant. 
Volume(oper.)

For the selected physical quantity (except for the sound

Volume in 
velocity), a scroll list with the available units of measure-
m3/h ment is displayed. The previously selected unit of mea-
surement is displayed first.
Select the unit of measurement for the selected physical
quantity. Press ENTER.

Return to the main menu by pressing key BRK. The further menu items of the program
branch OUTPUT OPTIONS are for the activation of the measured value output.

Note! If the physical quantity or the unit of measurement is changed, the

settings of the outputs have to be checked (see section 18).

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11.1.1 Measurement of the Standard Volume Flow

If the medium is a gas, the standard volume flow can be selected as physical quantity ad-
ditionally to the operating volume flow. The standard volume flow will be calculated as
follows:
VN = V * p/pN * TN/T * 1/K
VN - standard volume flow
V - operating volume flow
pN - standard pressure (absolute value)
p - operating pressure (absolute value)
TN - standard temperature in K
T - operating temperature in K
K - compressibility factor
The pressure pN and the temperature TN under standard conditions will be entered in
SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\GAS-MEASURING in the menu items NOR-
MAL PRESSURE and NORMAL TEMPER.
If the operating pressure p and the operating temperature T are measured and fed to the
flowmeter, they will be used for the calculation of the standard volume flow. Otherwise,
they will be entered in the program branch PARAMETER under FLUID PRESSURE and
MEDIUM TEMPERAT.
The gas compressibility factor is stored in the medium data set. If OTHER MEDIUM is se-
lected or a data set for the selected medium does not exists, the compressibility factor
will be entered in the program branch PARAMETER under GAS COMPR.FACTOR. Take
care that the value is selected corresponding to the operating pressure, the operating
temperature and the composition of the gas.

11.2 Toggling between the Channels

If more than one channel is existing/activated, the display for the measured values can
be adapted as follows:
• AutoMux mode
- all channels
- only calculation channels
• HumanMux mode
The mode will be changed with key  M U X
.

11.2.1 AutoMux Mode

In AutoMux mode, the display and the measuring process are synchronized. The chan-
nel on which is being measured will be displayed left in the upper line.
The measured values will be displayed as configured in the program branch OUTPUT
OPTIONS (see section 11.1). When the multiplexer switches to the next channel, the dis-
play is actualized.

A:Volume(oper.) B:Flow Velocity

54.5 m3/h 1.25 m/s

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The AutoMux mode is the default display mode. It will be activated automatically after a
cold start.

All Channels
The measured values of all channels (measuring and calculation channels) will be dis-
played. The next active channel is selected after min. 1.5 s.

Only Calculation Channels

The measured values of the calculation channels will be displayed only. The next active
calculation channel is selected after min. 1.5 s.

Note! This mode can only be activated if min. two calculation channels are
activated.

11.2.2 HumanMux Mode

The measured values of one channel will be displayed in HumanMux mode. The mea-
surement on the other channels will be continued, but not displayed:
The selected channel will be displayed left in the upper
B:Flow Velocity
line.
1.25 m/s

N E X T
Press key % to display the next activated channel. The measured values of the selected
channel will be displayed as configured in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS (see
section 11.1).

11.3 Adjustment of the Display

During measurement, the display can be adjusted as to display two measured values si-
multaneously (one in each line of the display). This does not have influence on totalizing,
storing of measured values, measured value output, etc.
The following information can be displayed in the upper line:
• designation of the physical quantity
• totalizer values, if activated
• temperatures linked to the channel and their difference, if the temperature is measured
• date and time at which the data memory will be full
• measuring mode
• transducer distance
• alarm state indication if activated (see section 18.6.5) and if alarm outputs are activat-
ed

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The following information can be displayed in the lower line:

• flow velocity
• sound velocity
• mass flow
• volume flow
• heat flow
DISP

The display in the upper line can be changed during measurement with key . The dis-
play in the lower line can be changed during measurement with key . DISP

The character * indicates that the displayed value (here:

A:Flow Velocity
flow velocity) is not the selected physical quantity.
* 2.47 m/s

11.4 Status Line

Important data on the current measurement are summarized in the status line. Thus,
quality and precision of the current measurement can be estimated.

A: S3 Q9 c RT F The status line will be selected by scrolling during mea-

DISP

surement with key through the upper line.

value explanation
S signal amplitude
0 <5%
… …
9  90 %
Note:
values 3 are sufficient for measurement.
Q signal quality
0 <5%
… …
9  90 %
c sound velocity
comparison of the measured and the expected sound velocity of the medium.
The expected sound velocity is calculated on the basis of the medium parame-
ters (medium selected in program branch PARAMETER, temperature
dependency, pressure dependency).
 ok, corresponds to the expected value
> 20 % of the expected value
< 20 % of the expected value
? unknown, can not be measured

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R flow profile
information about the flow profile based on the Reynold's number
T fully turbulent flow profile
L fully laminar flow profile
the flow is in the transition range between laminar and turbulent flow
? unknown, can not be calculated
F flow velocity
comparison of the measured flow velocity with the flow limits of the system
 ok, flow velocity is not in a critical range

the flow velocity is higher than the actual limit

the flow velocity is lower than the actual cut-off flow (even if it is not set to zero)
0 the flow velocity is in the offset range of the measuring method
? unknown, can not be measured

11.5 Transducer Distance

By pressing key , it is possible to scroll to the display of
DISP

L=(51.2) 50.8 mm
the transducer distance during measurement.
54.5 m3/h

The optimum transducer distance (here: 51.2 mm) will be displayed in parentheses in the
upper line, followed by the entered transducer distance (here: 50.8 mm).
The optimum transducer distance might change during measurement (e.g. due to tem-
perature fluctuations).
A deviation from the optimum transducer distance (here: -0.4 mm) will be compensated
internally.

Note! Never change the transducer distance during measurement!

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12.1 Damping Factor
Each displayed measured value is the floating average of all measured values of the last
x seconds, where x is the damping factor. A damping factor of 1 s means that the mea-
sured values are not averaged as the measuring rate is approx 1/s. The default value of
10 s is appropriate for normal flow conditions.
Strongly fluctuating values caused by high flow dynamics require a higher damping fac-
tor.
Select the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS. Press ENTER until the menu item DAMP-
ING is displayed.
Enter the damping factor. Press ENTER.
Damping
10 s

Press BRK to return to the main menu.

12.2 Totalizers
Heat quantity, total volume or total mass of the medium at the measuring point can be
determined.
There are two totalizers, one for the positive flow direction, one for the negative flow di-
rection.
The unit of measurement used for totalization corresponds to the heat, volume or mass
unit selected for the physical quantity.
The totalizer value consists of max. 11 digits, including max. 3 decimal places.
To activate the totalizers, press key OON
during measure-
A:Volume(oper.)
ment (see Table 12.1).
54.5 m3/h

The totalizer value will be displayed in the upper line (here:

A: 32.5 m3
the volume which has passed through the pipe at the mea-
54.5 m3/h
suring point in positive flow direction since the activation of
the totalizers).

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Table 12.1: Keys for display of the totalizers

activation press key

OON
once during measurement

deactivation press key OOFF

three times during measurement

display of the totalizer for the press key $ once during measurement
Q +
positive flow direction
display of the totalizer for the
negative flow direction press key O-
once during measurement

reset the totalizers to zero press key

OON
three times during measurement

This error message will be displayed if the totalizers of a

A:NO COUNTING !
measuring channel where the flow velocity is measured
3.5 m/s are to be activated. The flow velocity can not be totalized.

Note! The totalizers can only be activated for the measuring channel whose
measured values are just displayed.

Note! A keystroke will influence the totalizers only if the totalizer is dis-
played in the upper line.

12.2.1 Storing the Totalizer Values

During Heat Flow Measurement of a Liquid Medium

It is possible to output and store the values of the heat quantity totalizer and of the vol-
ume totalizer during heat flow measurement. Select in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM
SETTINGS\MEASURING the menu item HEAT+FLOW QUANT.
Select ON to store and output the values of heat quantity
heat+flow quant.
totalizer and volume totalizer during heat flow measure-
off >ON< ment.
Press ENTER.

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When the Measurement is Interrupted

The behavior of the totalizers after an interruption of the measurement or after a RESET
of the flowmeter will be set in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASUR-
ING\QUANTITY RECALL.

If ON is selected, the totalizer values will be stored and

Quantity recall
used for the next measurement.
off >ON<
If OFF is selected, the totalizers will be reset to zero.

Selection of the Totalizers for Storing

It is possible to store only the totalizer value currently displayed or one value for each
flow direction. Select in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\STORING the menu
item QUANTITY STORAGE.
If ONE is selected, only the totalizer value currently dis-
Quantity Storage
played will be stored.
one >BOTH<
If BOTH is selected, the totalizer values for both flow direc-
tions will be stored.
Press ENTER.

12.2.2 Overflow of the Totalizers

The overflow behavior of the totalizers can be set:

Without overflow:
• The totalizer value increases to the internal limit of 1038.
• The values will be displayed as exponential numbers (±1.00000E10), if necessary. The
totalizer can only be reset manually to zero.

With overflow:
• The totalizer will be reset to zero automatically as soon as ±9999999999 is reached.
Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASURING\QUANT. WRAPPING.
Select ON to work with overflow. Select OFF to work with-
Quant. wrapping
out overflow.
off >ON<

The totalizers can be reset manually to zero independently of the selected list item.

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Note! The overflow of a totalizer influences all output channels, e.g. data
memory, online output.
The output of the sum of both totalizers (the throughput Q) via an
output will not be valid after the first overflow (wrapping) of one of
the corresponding totalizers.
To signalize the overflow of a totalizer, an alarm output with switching
condition QUANTITY and type HOLD has to be activated.

12.3 Upper Limit of the Flow Velocity

Single outliers caused by heavily disturbed surroundings can appear in the measured
values of the flow velocity. If outliers are not ignored, they will affect all derived physical
quantities, which will then be unsuitable for integration (e.g. pulse outputs).
It is possible to ignore all measured flow velocities higher than a preset upper limit. These
measured values will be marked as outliers.
The upper limit of the flow velocity will be set in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SET-
TINGS\MEASURING\VELOCITY LIMIT.

Enter 0 (zero) to switch off the detection for outliers.

Velocity limit
0.0 m/s Enter a limit > 0 to switch on the detection for outliers.
The measured flow velocity will be compared then to the
entered upper limit.
Press ENTER.
If the flow velocity is higher than the upper limit,
• the flow velocity will be marked as invalid. The physical quantity can not be deter-
mined.
• the LED of the measuring channel lights red (FLUXUS G709)
• "!" will be displayed after the unit of measurement (in case of a normal error, "?" is dis-
played)

Note! If the upper limit is too low, a measurement might be impossible, as

most of the measured values will be marked "invalid".

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12.4 Cut-off Flow

The cut-off flow function automatically sets all measured flow velocities to zero that are
below a preset value. All values derived from this measured value will also be set to zero.
The cut-off flow can depend on the flow direction or not. The cut-off value will be set in
SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASURING\CUT-OFF FLOW.

Select SIGN to define a cut-off flow dependent on the

Cut-off Flow
flow direction. There are two independent limits to be set
absolut >SIGN< for the positive and negative flow directions.
Select ABSOLUTE to define a cut-off flow independent of
the flow direction. There is only one limit to be set. The
absolute value of the measured value will be compared
to the cut-off flow.
Press ENTER.
Select FACTORY to use the default limit of 2.5 cm/s
Cut-off Flow
(0.025 m/s) for the cut-off flow.
factory >USER<
Select USER to enter the cut-off flow.
Press ENTER.

If CUT-OFF FLOW\SIGN and USER are selected, two values have to be entered:

Enter the cut-off flow for positive measured values. All

+Cut-off Flow
positive values of the flow velocity less than this limit, will
2.5 cm/s be set to zero.
Enter the cut-off flow for negative measured values. All
-Cut-off Flow
negative values of the flow velocity greater than this limit,
-2.5 cm/s will be set to zero.

If CUT-OFF FLOW\ABSOLUT and USER is selected, only one value has to be entered:

The limit will be compared to the absolute value of the

Cut-off Flow
measured flow velocity.
2.5 cm/s

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12.5 Uncorrected Flow Velocity

For special applications, the uncorrected flow velocity might be of interest.
The profile correction of the flow velocity will be activated in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYS-
TEM SETTINGS\MEASURING\FLOW VELOCITY.

Select NORMAL to display and output the flow velocity

Flow Velocity
with profile correction.
>NORMAL< uncorr.
Select UNCORR. to display the flow velocity without pro-
file correction. Press ENTER.
If UNCORR. is selected, it has to be confirmed each time
A: PROFILE CORR.
the program branch MEASURING is selected whether to
>NO< yes use the profile correction.
If NO is selected, the profile correction will be switched
off.
All measured quantities will be calculated with the uncor-
A:FLOW VELOCITY
rected flow velocity. In this case, the designation of the
2.60 m/s physical quantities will be displayed in capital letters.
If YES is selected, the uncorrected flow velocity will be
A: PROFILE CORR.
used only when the flow velocity is selected as physical
no >YES< quantity in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS.
All other physical quantities (volume flow, mass flow,
etc.) will be determined with the corrected flow velocity.
During measurement, the designation flow velocity will
be displayed in capital letters, indicating that the dis-
played flow velocity is uncorrected. Press ENTER.
In both cases, the corrected flow velocity can be dis-
A:Flow Velocity
played, too.
*U 54.5 m/s
Scroll with key until the flow velocity is displayed. The
DISP

uncorrected flow velocity is marked by U.

Uncorrected flow velocities transmitted to a PC will be marked by UNCORR.

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12.6 Measurement of Transient Processes (FastFood mode)

The FastFood mode allows to measure flows with high dynamics. The continuous adap-
tation to changing measuring conditions which takes place in the normal measuring
mode is only partially realized in FastFood mode.
The sound velocity of the medium is not measured. The sound velocity stored in the in-
ternal database will be used instead, taking into account the medium temperature en-
tered in the program branch PARAMETER (or the measured temperature if the medium
temperature is measured).
A change of measuring channel is not possible. The inputs and outputs can still be used.
The measured values are stored as usual. The FastFood mode has to be enabled and
activated.
12.6.1 Enabling/Disabling the FastFood Mode
Press key C. Enter HotCode 007022. The menu item EN-
Enable FastFood
ABLE FASTFOOD will be displayed.
no >YES<
Select YES to enable the FastFood Mode, NO to disable it.
12.6.2 Storage Rate of the FastFood Mode
When the FastFood mode is enabled, a STORAGE RATE in
Storage Rate
ms has to be entered in the program branch OUTPUT OP-
70 ms TIONS.
Press ENTER.

12.6.3 Activating/Deactivating the FastFood Mode

If the FastFood mode is enabled and a measurement started, the normal measuring
mode is still running (i.e. multi-channel measurement with permanent adaptation to the
measuring conditions). If the data memory is activated, the measured values will not be
stored.
Press key to activate/deactivate the FastFood mode
A:Volume(oper.)
for the measuring channel currently displayed.
54.5 m3/h
DISP

Scroll with key in the upper line until the activated mea-
A:Mode=FastFood
suring mode A:MODE=FASTFOOD or A:MODE=TRANSTIME
54.5 m3/h will be displayed.

If the data memory is activated, a new data set will be defined and storing of measured
values will be started. If the FastFood mode is deactivated or if the measurement is inter-
rupted, storing will be stopped.

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Note! The values of the current measuring data set will be deleted when
the FastFood mode is deactivated and activated again without inter-
rupting the measurement.

Note! The values of the current measuring data set are kept if the measure-
ment has been interrupted before the FastFood mode is activated
again. A new measuring data set will be created when the next mea-
surement is started.

12.7 Calculation Channels

Note! Calculation channels are only available if the flowmeter has more
than one measuring channel.

Additionally to the ultrasonic measuring channels, the flowmeter has two virtual calcula-
tion channels Y and Z. The measured values of the measuring channels A and B will be
summed up by the calculation channels.
The result of the calculation is the measured value of the selected calculation channel.
This measured value is equivalent to the measured values of a measuring channel. All
operations with the measured values of a measuring channel (totalizing, online output,
storing, outputs, etc.) can be done with the values of a calculation channel, too.

12.7.1 Characteristics of the Calculation Channels

• In the program branch PARAMETER, the measuring channels to be used for the calcula-
tion and the calculation function have to be entered.
• A calculation channel can not be attenuated. The damping factor has to be set sepa-
rately for each of the two measuring channels.
• Two cut-off flows for each calculation channel can be defined. The cut-off flow is not
based on the flow velocity as for measuring channels. Instead it will be defined in the
unit of measurement of the physical quantity selected for the calculation channel. Dur-
ing measurement, the calculated values are compared to the cut-off flow values and
set to zero if necessary.
• A calculation channel provides valid measured values if at least one measuring chan-
nel provides valid measured values.

12.7.2 Parameterization of a Calculation Channel

Select a calculation channel (Y or Z) in the program branch
Parameter 
PARAMETER. Press ENTER.
for Channel Y:

The current calculation function will be displayed. Press

Calculation:
ENTER to edit the function.
Y= A - B

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Three scroll lists are displayed in the upper line:

>CH1< funct ch2 
A - B • selection of the first measuring channel (CH1)
• selection of the calculation function (FUNCT)
• selection of the second measuring channel (CH2)
Select a scroll list with key O-
or O+
.
The list items will be displayed in the lower line.
OON

Scroll with key and through the scroll list. All mea-
OOFF

suring channels and their absolute values can be used for

the calculation.
The following calculation functions are available:
• -: Y = CH1 - CH2
• +: Y = CH1 + CH2
• (+)/2: Y = (CH1 + CH2)/2
• |-|: Y = |CH1 - CH2|
Press ENTER.

12.7.3 Output Options for a Calculation Channel

Select a calculation channel in the program branch OUT-
Output Options 
PUT OPTIONS. Press ENTER.
for Channel Y:

Select the physical quantity to be calculated. Press EN-

Physic. Quant. 
TER.
Mass Flow

Make sure that the physical quantity selected for the calculation channel can be calculat-
ed from the physical quantities of the selected measuring channels. The possible combi-
nations are shown in Table 12.2.

Table 12.2: physical quantity of the calculation channel

physical quantity of the calcula- possible physical quantity of possible physical quantity of
tion channel the first measuring channel the second measuring channel
(CH1) (CH2)
flow velocity

flow velocity
volume flow

volume flow
mass flow

mass flow

flow velocity x x x x x x
volume flow x x x x
mass flow x x x x

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example: The difference of the volume flows of the channels A and B has to be deter-
mined. The physical quantity of measuring channel A can be the volume
flow or the mass flow, but not the flow velocity. The physical quantities of
the two measuring channels do not need to be identical (channel A = mass
flow, channel B = volume flow).

Select the unit of measurement. Press ENTER.

Mass in 
kg/h

Two cut-off flows for each calculation channel can be defined. They will be defined in the
unit of measurement of the physical quantity selected for the calculation channel.
All positive calculated values less than the limit, will be set
+Cut-off Flow
to 0.
1.00 kg/h

All negative calculated values greater than the limit, will be

-Cut-off Flow
set to 0.
-2.00 kg/h

The data memory can be activated/deactivated. Press EN-

Store Meas.Data
TER.
>NO< yes

12.7.4 Measuring with Calculation Channels

Select the program branch MEASURING. Press ENTER.
par >MEA< opt sf
Measuring

Activate the necessary channels. Calculation channels will

CHANN: A B >Y< Z
be activated or deactivated like a measuring channel.
MEASUR    . Press ENTER.
If a measuring channel is not activated although necessary
WARNING! CHANNEL
for an activated calculation channel, a warning will be dis-
B: INACTIV played. Press ENTER.

Position the transducers for all activated measuring channels. The measurement will be
started automatically afterwards.

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If a calculation channel has been activated, HumanMux

Y:Flow Velocity
mode (see section 11.2.2) is selected at the beginning of
53.41 m/s the measurement and the values of the calculation chan-
nel are displayed.
If AutoMux mode is selected, the measured values of the
measuring channels, but not of the calculation channels
will be displayed alternately.
Press key to display the calculation function.
DISP

Y: A - B N E X T

53.41 m/s Press key % to display the measured values of the vari-
ous channels.

12.8 Change of Limit for the Inner Pipe Diameter

It is possible to change the lower limit of the inner pipe diameter for a given transducer
type.
Press key C. Enter HotCode 071001.
Enter the lower limit of the inner pipe diameter of the dis-
DNmin Q-Sensor
played transducer type. Press ENTER to select the next
15 mm transducer type.

Note! If a transducer is used below its recommended inner pipe diameter, a

measurement might be impossible.

12.9 Program Code

A current measurement can be protected from an inadvertent intervention by a program
code.
If a program code has been defined, it is requested when there is an intervention in the
measurement (a command or key BRK).
If a program code is active, the message PROGRAM CODE ACTIVE will be displayed for a
few seconds when a key is pressed.
To start a command, it is sufficient to enter the first three digits of the program code
(= access code).
To stop a current measurement, the complete program code has to be entered (= break
code).
The input of a program code will be interrupted with key C.

Note! Do not forget the program code!

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Select in the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION the

Special Funct. 
menu item PROGRAM CODE.
Set program code

Enter a program code with max. 6 digits. Press ENTER.

Program Code
------

An error message is displayed if a reserved number has

INVALID CODE!
been entered (e.g. a HotCode for language selection).
909049

A program code remains valid as long as:

• no other valid program code is entered or
• the program code is not deactivated.

12.9.1 Intervention in the Measurement

To stop a measurement when a valid program code is entered, press key C and enter
then the program code. If the entered program code is correct, the measurement will be
stopped and the main menu selected.
Deactivation of the Program Code
Select in the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION the
Program Code
menu item PROGRAM CODE.
------
The program code will be deleted by entering "------".
Press ENTER.
If the character "-" is entered less than six times, this char-
acter string will be used as new program code.

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Storing
The following data can be stored:
• date
• time
• measuring point number
• pipe parameters
• medium parameters
• transducer parameters
• sound path (reflection or diagonal)
• transducer distance
• damping factor
• storage rate
• physical quantity
• unit of measurement
• measured values
• totalizer values
The data memory has to be activated for storing of measured data (see section 13.1.1).
The available data memory can be displayed (see section 13.5).
The storing of each measured value will be signalized acoustically. This signal can be
deactivated (see section 13.4.6).

Online Output
The measured values will be transmitted directly during the measurement to a PC (see
section 13.2.3).

Offline Output
The measured values will be stored in the flowmeter and later transmitted to a PC (see
section 13.2.4).

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13.1 Data Memory

13.1.1 Activating/Deactivating of the Data Memory
Select in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS the
Output Options 
channel for which the data memory has to be activated.
for Channel A: Press ENTER.
This display will not be indicated, if the flowmeter has
only one measuring channel.

Press ENTER until the menu item STORE MEAS.DATA

Store Meas.Data
is displayed.
no >YES<
Select YES to activate the data memory. Press ENTER.

13.1.2 Setting the Storage Rate

The storage rate is the frequency at which the measured values are output or stored. The
storage rate will be set separately for each measuring channel.
If the storage rate is not set, the storage rate previously selected will be used.
The storage interval should be at least equal to the number of activated measuring chan-
nels, e.g. storage interval of a channel if 2 measuring channels are activated: min. 2 s.
Select a storage rate.
Storage Rate 
once per 10 sec. This display is indicated only if STORE MEAS.DATA
and/or SERIAL OUTPUT have been activated.
If another storage rate has to be set, select EXTRA.
Press ENTER.
Enter the storage rate. Press ENTER.
Storage Rate
1 s

13.1.3 Measuring Point Number

At the beginning of the measurement, the measuring point has to be identified, either
• by ASCII text (e.g. MS.PK20!) or
• by digits, including point, hyphen (e.g. 18.05-06).
The input mode will be set in program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION (see section 15.2.3).

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If arrows are displayed, ASCII text can be entered.

Meas. Point No.:
1 () If digits are displayed, only digits, point and hyphen can
be entered.
Enter the measuring point number. Press ENTER.

Measuring point number and parameters will be stored together with the measured val-
ues.
13.1.4 Measurement
If OUTPUT OPTIONS\STORE MEAS.DATA is activated
DATA MEMORY
and SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\RING-
OVERFLOW! BUFFER is deactivated, this error message will be dis-
played as soon as the data memory is full. Press EN-
TER.

If no other measured value output is activated, the measurement will be stopped.

If another measured value output is activated, the measurement will be continued. Only
storing of the measured values will be stopped. The error message will be displayed pe-
riodically.

13.2 Output of the Measured Values

The measured values can be output via the serial interface. For the connection of the in-
terface to the flowmeter see section 6.9 (FLUXUS G704), 7.7 (FLUXUS G709).

13.2.1 RS232 Interface

• output of the measured values in ASCII format
• transmission of the stored measured values by means of the program FluxData in bi-
nary format
The cover of the flowmeter has to be opened to output the measured values via the
RS232 interface.

Attention! Never open the housing in explosive atmosphere if the flowmeter is

connected with the power supply.

13.2.2 RS485 Interface

• output of the measured values in ASCII format
• transmission of the measured values via a bus protocol (flowmeter as Modbus slave)

Note! It is recommended to use the RS485 interface for the online output.
The RS232 interface should be used only if the flowmeter does not
have an RS485 interface.

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13.2.3 Online Output

The measured values will be transmitted via the serial interface to a PC directly during
measurement. If the data memory is activated, the measured values will be stored addi-
tionally.
• Select the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS. Press ENTER.
• Select the channel for which the online output is to be activated. Press ENTER until the
menu item SERIAL OUTPUT is displayed.
Select YES to activate the online output. Press ENTER.
Serial Output
no >YES<

• Set the storage rate (see section 13.1.2).

The measuring point number will be requested when the measurement is started (see
section 13.1.3).

13.2.4 Offline Output

The measured values will be transmitted from the data memory of the flowmeter via the
serial interface:
• to a PC or by means of the program FluxData or
• to a terminal program in ASCII format

Offline Output by Means of the Program FluxData

settings at the flowmeter:
Press BRK to select the main menu.
par mea opt >SF<
Special Function

Further settings at the flowmeter are not necessary.

settings in the program FluxData:
• Open the program FluxData on the PC.
• Select the serial connection of the PC connected with the flowmeter (e.g. COM1 in Fig.
13.1).
• Open the menu FLUXUS in the program FluxData and select RECEIVE MEASURING
VALUES (see Fig. 13.2 and Fig. 13.3).

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Fig. 13.1: Selection of the serial interface

Fig. 13.2: Receive measured values

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Fig. 13.3: Display of the received measuring data sets

Offline Output to a Terminal Program

• Select the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION on the flowmeter. Press ENTER.
Select the list item PRINT MEAS.VAL. Press ENTER.
Special Function
Print Meas.Val.

This error message will be displayed, if no measured

NO DATA !
values are stored. Press ENTER.
Print Meas.Val.

Connect the flowmeter to a PC with a serial interface.

Send HEADER 01
Press ENTER to transmit the stored measured values.
................ The display indicates that the measured values are be-
ing transmitted.
This error message will be displayed if an error has oc-
SERIAL ERROR !
curred during the serial transmission. Press ENTER.
Print Meas.Val. Check the connections and make sure that the PC is
ready to receive data.
The progress of the data transfer is displayed by a bar

graph.
................

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13.2.5 Data Format

The header will be transmitted at the beginning of the measurement. The first four lines
contain general information about the flowmeter and the measurement. The following
lines contain the configuration parameters output for each channel in a data block.

example: \DEVICE :G70X-XXXXXXXX

\MODE :ONLINE
\CHAN :1 (A:)
DATE :09.01.2008
TIME :19:56:52
Par.Record
Meas. Point No. :A:F5050
Pipe
Outer Diameter :60.3 mm
Wall Thickness :5.5 mm
Roughness :0.1 mm
Pipe Material :Carbon Steel
Lining :NO LINING

Medium :natural gas

Medium Temperature :38 C
Medium pressure :60.00 bar
Transducer Type :xxx
Sound Path :3 NUM
Transducer Distance :-15.6 mm
Damping :20 s
Full-Scale Val. :4.50 m3/h
Physic. Quant. :volume flow
Unit of Measurement :[m3/h]/[m3]

The line \DATA will be transmitted next, followed once by the column titles (see Table
13.1) for the corresponding channel. The measured values will be transmitted after-
wards.
example: \DATA
A:;\*MEASURE; Q_POS; Q_NEG;
B:;\*MEASURE; Q_POS; Q_NEG;

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One data line is transmitted per storage interval and per activated measuring channel.
The line "???" will be transmitted if there are no measured values availabe for the stor-
age interval.

example: With a storage rate of 1 s, 10 lines "???" will be transmitted, if the mea-
surement is restarted after an interruption for transducer positioning of
10 s.

The following data columns can be transmitted:

Table 13.1: Format of the serial output

column title column format contents
\*MEASURE ###000000.00 physical quantity selected in OUTPUT
OPTIONS
Q_POS +00000000.00 totalizer value for the positive flow
direction
Q_NEG -00000000.00 totalizer value for the negative flow
direction
FQ_POS totalizer value for the positive flow direc-
tion (if HEAT FLOW is selected as
physical quantity)
FQ_NEG totalizer value for the negative flow direc-
tion (if HEAT FLOW is selected as
physical quantity)
T1 ###000.0 temperature T1 (= supply temperature if
HEAT FLOW is selected as physical
quantity)
T2 ###000.0 temperature T2 (= return temperature if
HEAT FLOW is selected as physical
quantity)
... designation for other inputs
SSPEED sound velocity of the medium
KNZ concentration in mass percent
AMP signal amplitude

Online Output
During online output, columns will be generated for all quantities which appear during
measurement. The columns Q_POS and Q_NEG will be empty if the totalizers are deac-
tivated.
As the totalizers can not be activated for the physical quantity flow velocity, these col-
umns will not be generated.

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Offline Output
During offline output, columns will only be generated if at least one measured value is
stored in the data set. The columns Q_POS and Q_NEG will not be generated if the total-
izers are deactivated.

Transmission Parameters
• the flowmeter sends CRLF-terminated ASCII
• max. line length: 255 digits
• RS232: 9600 bits/s, 8 data bits, even parity, 2 stop bits, protocol (RTS/CTS)
• RS485: 9600 bits/s, 8 data bits, even parity, 1 stop bit
The settings for the RS485 interface can be changed in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYS-
TEM SETTINGS\NETWORK. These displays will not be indicated if an RS485 interface
does not exist.
Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SET-
SYSTEM settings 
TINGS\NETWORK to change the settings for the trans-
Network mission parameters.
Press ENTER to confirm the instrument address in
Device adress:
the network.
0 ADR

Select the the list item DEFAULT to display the default

Serial protocol
transmission parameters.
default >SETUP<
Select SETUP to change the transmission parame-
ters. Press ENTER.
The next display has 3 scroll lists.
>BAUD< parity st
1200 EVEN 1 • BAUD: baud rate
• PARITY: parity
• ST: number of stop bits

13.2.6 Settings of the Serial Output

Some format settings of the serial output can be edited in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM
SETTINGS\SERIAL TRANSMIS.
If ON is selected, space characters will not be transmit-
SER:kill spaces
ted. The file size will be considerably reduced (shorter
off >ON< transmission time).
decimal marker to be used for floating point variables
SER:decimalpoint
(point or comma).
’.’ >’,’<

character to be used for separating columns (semicolon

SER:col-separat.
or tabulator). This setting depends on the PC program
’;’ >’TAB’< used.

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Select the serial interface for the offline output.

Send Offline via
RS232 >RS485< This display will be indicated only if the flowmeter has
an RS485 interface.

13.3 Delete the Measured Values

Select the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION. Press ENTER.
Select the list item DELETE MEAS.VAL. Press ENTER.
Special Function
Delete Meas.Val.

Select YES or NO. Press ENTER.

Really Delete
no >YES<

13.4 Settings for the Data Memory

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\STORING. It contains the following
menu items:
• ring buffer
• sample mode
• storing of the totalizer values
• storing of the signal amplitude
• storing of the sound velocity
• storing of the concentration
• acoustic signal during storing

13.4.1 Ring Buffer

The setting of RINGBUFFER has influence on the storing of measured values as soon as
the data memory is full:
If ON is selected, the data memory will be halved. The old-
Ringbuffer
est measured values will be overwritten.
off >ON<
If OFF is selected, storing of measured values will be
stopped.
Press ENTER.

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13.4.2 Sample Mode

Select the sample mode.
Storage mode
>SAMPLE< average If SAMPLE is selected, the displayed measured value
will be used for storing and online output.
If AVERAGE is selected, the mean value of all measured
values during a storage interval will be used for storing
and online output.
Press ENTER.

Note! The sample mode does not have influence on the interfaces working
continuously (e.g. current output, voltage output).
If AVERAGE is selected, all primary physical quantities will be aver-
aged, i.e. also the measured temperatures if the corresponding mea-
suring channel is activated.

Note! If a mean value could not be calculated over the complete storage in-
terval while AVERAGE was activated, the value will be marked as in-
valid. "???" appears in the ASCII file of the stored measured values
for invalid mean values and the corresponding physical quantity and
"?UNDEF" for invalid temperatures. There will be no indication of
how many momentary measured values a valid mean value consists
of.

13.4.3 Storing of the Totalizers

It is possible to store only the totalizer value currently displayed or one value for each
flow direction.
Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\STORING\QUANTITY STORAGE.
Select ONE to store only the displayed totalizer.
Quantity Storage
one >BOTH< Select BOTH to store the totalizer of both flow directions.
Press ENTER.

Note! The totalizers will be stored only if they are activated and the data
memory is activated.
Storing of a totalizer reduces the total number of measured values to
be stored by approx. two thirds.

example: It is displayed in the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION that 10 000

measured values can still be stored. If the totalizers are activated and
only one totalizer is stored, 3 333 data fields will be available for storing.
If both totalizers are stored, 2 000 data fields will be available for storing.

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13.4.4 Storing of the Signal Amplitude

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\STORING\STORE AMPLITUDE.

If ON is selected and the data memory is activated, the

Store Amplitude
amplitude of the measured signal will be stored to-
off >ON< gether with the measured values. Press ENTER.

13.4.5 Storing the Sound Velocity of the Medium

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\STORING\STORE C-MEDIUM.
If ON is selected and the data memory is activated, the
Store c-Medium
sound velocity of the medium will be stored together
off >ON< with the measured values. Press ENTER.

13.4.6 Acoustic Signal

Per default, an acoustic signal will be emitted every time a measured value is stored or
transmitted to a PC or printer. The signal can be deactivated in SPECIAL FUNC-
TION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\BEEP ON STORAGE.
Select OFF to deactivate the acoustic signal, ON to acti-
Beep on storage
vate it. Press ENTER.
>ON< off

13.5 Available Data Memory

The time on which the memory will be full can be dis-
FULL= 26.01/07:39
played during the measurement.
54.5 m3/h DISP

Scroll through the displays of the upper line with key

during measurement.

Max. 100 measuring data sets will be stored. The number of measuring data sets de-
pends on the total number of measured values stored in the precedent measuring data
sets.
If the data memory is empty and a measurement is started with one physical quantity on
one measuring channel without storing of the totalizer, approx. 100 000 measured values
can be stored. The available data memory can be displayed:
Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\INSTRUM. INFORM.
Special Function
Press ENTER.
Instrum. Inform.

Type and serial number of the flowmeter will be dis-

G70X-XXXXXXXX
played in the upper line.
Free: 18327
The available data memory will be displayed in the low-
er line (here: 18 327 measured values can be stored).
Press twice key BRK to return to the main menu.

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The internal material database of the flowmeter contains parameters for pipe and lining
materials as well as for media. It can be extended by user defined materials or media.
User defined materials and media will always be displayed in the scroll lists of the pro-
gram branch PARAMETER.
User defined materials and media can be stored in an integrated coefficient memory (us-
er area). The coefficient memory has to be partitioned first (see section 14.1).
The properties of user defined materials or media can be entered as follows:
• as constants without the extended library (see section 14.2)
• as constants or temperature and pressure dependent functions by means of the ex-
tended library (see section 14.3)
The material and media scroll lists displayed in the program branch PARAMETER can be
arranged (see section 14.5). The shorter scroll lists make the work more efficient.

14.1 Partitioning of the Coefficient Memory

The coefficient memory can be arbitrarily parted among the following material data:
• material properties:
- transversal and longitudinal sound velocity
- typical roughness
• medium properties:
- min. and max. sound velocity
- kinematic viscosity
- density
- gas compressibility factor
• heat flow coefficients (additional medium property)
• steam coefficients (additional medium property)
• concentration coefficients (additional medium property)
For the max. number of data sets for each category of these material data see Table
14.1.

Table 14.1: Capacity of the coefficient memory

max. number of occupancy of the coefficient
data sets memory in %
materials 13 97
media 13 97
heat flow coefficients 29 98
steam coefficients 19 95
concentration coefficients 14 98

Select in the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYS-

Libraries 
TEM SETTINGS\LIBRARIES the list item FORMAT USER-
Format USER-AREA AREA. Press ENTER.

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This error message will be displayed if the entered number

MAXIMAL: 13!
of data sets for a category of material data exceeds the ca-
Materials: 15 pacity of the coefficient memory.
Enter the number of the user defined materials. Press EN-
Format USER-AREA
TER.
Materials: 03

Enter the number of the user defined media. Press EN-

Format USER-AREA
TER.
Media: 03

Enter the number of user defined data sets for the heat
Format USER-AREA
flow coefficients. Press ENTER.
Heat-Coeffs: 00
Heat flow coefficients can be entered only if the flowmeter
is equipped with temperature inputs.
Enter the number of user defined data sets for the steam
Format USER-AREA
coefficients. Press ENTER.
Steam-Coeffs: 00
Steam coefficients can be entered only if the flowmeter is
equipped with temperature inputs.
Enter the number of the user defined data sets for the con-
Format USER-AREA
centration coefficients. Press ENTER.
Concentrat.: 00
The input of steam coefficients is reasonable only if the
flowmeter is equipped with temperature inputs.
The occupancy of the coefficient memory is displayed for a
USER-AREA:
few seconds.
52% used

Select YES to start the partitioning. Press ENTER.

Format NOW?
no >YES<

The coefficient memory will partitioned accordingly. This

FORMATTING ...
procedure takes a few seconds.
...

After partitioning, FORMAT USER-AREA will be displayed

Libraries 
again.
Format USER-AREA

14.1.1 Keeping Data during Formatting of the Coefficient Memory

When the coefficient memory is repartitioned, max. 8 data sets of each type can be kept.

example 1: The number of user defined materials is reduced from 5 to 3. The data sets
#01 to #03 will be kept. The data sets #04 and #05 will be deleted.
example 2: The number of user defined materials will be increased from 5 to 6. All 5
data sets will be kept.

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14.2 Input of Material/Medium Properties without the Extended

Library
To enter the material/medium properties as constants, the extended library has to be de-
activated.
Select in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\LI-
Libraries 
BRARIES the list item EXTENDED LIBRARY. Press EN-
Extended Library TER
Select OFF to deactivate the extended library. Press EN-
Extended Library
TER.
>OFF< on

The properties of a user defined material/medium can be entered now.

The steps to input a material or a medium are almost identical. Thus, displays for a medi-
um will be shown and described only in case of differences.
Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\INSTALL MATERIAL or
Special Function
INSTALL MEDIUM. Press ENTER.
Install Material

An error message will be displayed if the coefficient mem-

USER MATERIAL
ory does not contain space for user defined materials/me-
NOT FORMATTED ! dia.
Partition the coefficient memory (see section 14.1).
Select EDIT. Press ENTER.
Install Material
>EDIT< delete

Select a user defined material/medium. Press ENTER.

USER Material 
#01:--not used--

Change the designation of the material/medium.

EDIT TEXT (
USER MATERIAL 1 The default name for a user defined material/medium is
USER MATERIAL N or USER MEDIUM N with N an integer.

Note! There are 95 ASCII characters available (letters, capital letters, num-
bers, special characters [!? " + - ( ) > < % * etc.]).
A designation can have max. 16 characters. The input of text is de-
scribed in section 4.3.

Material Properties
Enter the sound velocity of the material.
c-Material
1590.0 m/s For the sound velocity of some materials see annex C, Ta-
ble C.1. Press ENTER.

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Enter the roughness of the material. Press ENTER.

Roughness
0.4 mm For the typical roughness of some materials see annex C,
Table C.2.

Medium Properties
Enter the min. and max. value of the sound velocity for the
c-Medium MIN
medium in m/s. Press ENTER.
1400.0 m/s

c-Medium MAX
1550.0 m/s

Enter the kinematic viscosity of the medium. Press EN-

kinem. Viscosity
TER.
1.01 mm2/ s

Enter the density of the medium. Press ENTER.

Density
60.00 kg/m3

14.3 Extended Library

14.3.1 Introduction
If the extended library is activated, material and medium properties as function of the
temperature or of the pressure and additional medium properties (heat flow coefficients,
steam coefficients and concentration coefficients) can be entered to the flowmeter direct-
ly or by means of the program FluxKoef.
For an overview of the material properties to be entered and of the measuring processes
they are needed for see Table 14.2.
Table 14.2: Material and medium properties that can be stored
property property is necessary for...
material property
transversal sound velocity flow measurement
longitudinal sound velocity flow measurement
type of sound wave flow measurement
typical roughness profile correction of the flow velocity
medium property
sound velocity start of measurement
viscosity profile correction of the flow velocity
density mass flow calculation
gas compressibility factor standard volume flow
additional properties of a medium
heat flow coefficients heat flow measurement
steam coefficients heat flow measurement with steam in supply line
concentration coefficients concentration measurement
Enter only the properties needed for the measuring task.
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The dependency of certain material properties from the temperature and pressure can be
described
• as constants
• as linear function
• with polynomials of grade 1 to 4
• with customized interpolation functions
Constants or a linear function are sufficient in most cases.
If e.g. the temperature fluctuations at the measuring point are low compared to the tem-
perature dependency of the material properties, the linearization or the complete neglect
of the temperature dependency will not result in a considerable additional measuring er-
ror.
If, however, the process conditions fluctuate strongly and the medium properties depend
strongly on the temperature (e.g. viscosity of hydraulic oil), polynomials or customized in-
terpolation functions should be used. Contact FLEXIM to find the best solution for the
measuring task.

Customized Interpolation Functions

Some dependencies are approximated insufficiently by polynomials. A few customized
interpolation functions BASICS: Y=F(X,Z) are available to interpolate multidimensional
dependencies y = f(T, p). Contact FLEXIM for more information.

14.3.2 Activation of the Extended Library

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\ LIB-
Extended Library
RARIES\EXTENDED LIBRARY. Press ENTER.
off >ON<
Select ON to activate the extended library. Press ENTER.

14.3.3 Input of Material/Medium Properties

The properties of a user defined material/medium can be entered now.
The steps to input a material or a medium are almost identical. Thus, displays for a medi-
um will be shown and described only in case of differences.
Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\INSTALL MATERIAL or
Special Function
INSTALL MEDIUM. Press ENTER.
Install Material

An error message will be displayed if the coefficient mem-

USER MATERIAL
ory does not contain space for user defined materials/me-
NOT FORMATTED ! dia.
Partition the coefficient memory (see section 14.1).

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Select the function for the temperature or pressure depen-

Edit Material 
dency of the material/medium properties:
Basics:Y=m*X +n
Y=CONST.: constants
Y=M*X+N: linear function of the temperature
Y=POLYNOM:
y = k0 + k1 . x + k2 . x2 + k3 . x3 + k4 . x4
Y=F(X,Z): customized interpolation function (only for ex-
perienced users or after consultation of FLEXIM)
... GO BACK: return to the precedent menu item
Select a user defined material/medium.
USER Material 
#02:--not used--

This display is indicated only if a material/medium already

USER MATERIAL 2
existing has been selected.
>EDIT< delete
Select EDIT to edit the material/medium properties or DE-
LETE to delete the material/medium and to return to the
scroll list EDIT MATERIAL or EDIT MEDIUM.
Enter the designation of the material/medium. Press EN-
#2: Input Name:
TER.
USER MATERIAL 2
The default name for a user defined material/medium is
USER MATERIAL N or USER MEDIUM N with N an integer.

Material Properties
Enter for the material:
• transversal sound velocity (in m/s)
• longitudinal sound velocity (in m/s)
One to five values depending on the selected function have to be entered. Press ENTER
after each input.
If an already defined material is edited, for each property will be requested whether to
edit it. Select YES or NO. Press ENTER. Change the values if necessary.
Select the type of sound wave to be used for the flow mea-
Default soundsp.
surement. Press ENTER.
long. >TRANS.<
A transversal sound wave has to be selected in most cas-
es.
Enter the typical roughness of the material. Press ENTER.
Roughness
0.4 mm

Select YES to store the entered properties or NO to quit the

Save changes
menu item without storing. Press ENTER.
no >YES<

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Medium Properties
Enter for the medium:
• longitudinal sound velocity (in m/s)
• kinematic viscosity (in mm2/s)
• density (in kg/m3)
• gas compressibility factor.
One to five values depending on the selected function have to be entered. Press ENTER
after each input.
If an already defined medium is edited, for each property of some of the functions will be
requested whether to edit it. Select YES or NO. Press ENTER. Change the values if nec-
essary.
Select YES to store the entered properties or NO to quit the
Save changes
menu item without storing. Press ENTER.
no >YES<

14.3.4 Input of Heat Flow Coefficients

Note! The heat flow coefficients can also be edited with the programs Flux-
Data and FluxKoef.

Note! The entered coefficients will not be checked. Absurd values can re-
sult in wrong measured values or in permanent system errors.

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\INSTALL MEDIUM. Press ENTER.

Edit Medium  Select the list item HEAT-FLOW COEFFS. Press ENTER.
Heat-flow-coeffs

Heat-flow coeffs An error message will be displayed if the coefficient mem-

NOT FORMATTED ! ory does not contain space for heat flow coefficients.
Partition the coefficient memory (see section 14.1).

Heat-Coeffs for  Select the medium for which the heat flow coefficients
BEER have to be entered.
User defined media will be displayed first, followed by the
media of the internal database.

Select index  Select an index for storing the heat flow coefficients of the
02(--not used--) selected medium. Press ENTER.
If the coefficient memory is partitioned so that heat flow co-
efficients for two media can be entered, indices 01 and 02
are available.

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Heat-flow Coeffs Enter the 10 heat flow coefficients: a0...a4, r0...r4. Press
0.0 a0 ENTER after each input.

Heat-flow Coeffs Select YES to store the heat flow coefficients. Press EN-
Save? no >YES< TER.

14.3.5 Input of Steam and Concentration Coefficients

Use the program FluxKoef (option).

Note! The entered coefficients will not be checked. Absurd values can re-
sult in wrong measured values or in permanent system errors.

14.4 Deleting a User Defined Material/Medium

To delete a user defined material/medium, proceed as follows:
Select in the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION the menu item INSTALL MATERIAL
or INSTALL MEDIUM. Press ENTER.
If the extended library is activated, press ENTER until the request for deleting is dis-
played.
Select DELETE. Press ENTER.
INSTALL MATERIAL
edit >DELETE<

Select the material/medium to be deleted. Press ENTER.

USER MATERIAL
#01: Polystyrol

Select YES or NO. Press ENTER.

Really Delete
no >YES<

14.5 Arrangement of the Material/Medium Scroll List

The materials and media to be displayed in the program branch PARAMETER will be ar-
ranged in the material scroll list and in the medium scroll list.

Note! User defined materials/media will always be displayed in the scroll

lists of the program branch PARAMETER.

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\LI-

SYSTEM settings 
BRARIES. Press ENTER.
Libraries

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Select MATERIAL LIST to edit the material scroll list or

Libraries 
MEDIUM LIST to edit the medium scroll list.
Material list
Select ...GO BACK to return to SYSTEM SETTINGS.
Press ENTER.
Select FACTORY if all materials/media of the internal data-
Material list
base are to be displayed in the scroll list. An already exist-
factory >USER< ing scroll list will not be deleted but only deactivated.
Select USER to activate the user defined scroll list. Press
ENTER.
If USER is selected, the material or medium scroll list can
Material list 
be edited (see section 14.5.1 to 14.5.3).
>Show list

Finish editing with END OF EDIT. Press ENTER.

Material list 
>End of Edit

Select YES to store all changes of the scroll list or NO to

Save list ?
quit the menu item without storing. Press ENTER.
no >YES<

Note! If the material/medium scroll list is quit with BRK before storing, all
changes will be lost.

14.5.1 Displaying a Scroll List

Select SHOW LIST. Press ENTER to display the scroll list
Material list 
as in the program branch PARAMETER.
>Show list

The current scroll list is displayed in the lower line.

Current list= 
Grey Cast Iron

Current list=  Press ENTER to return to the scroll list MATERIAL LIST.
Other Material

14.5.2 Adding a Material/Medium to the Scroll List

Select ADD MATERIAL or ADD MEDIUM to add a material/
Current list= 
medium to the scroll list. Press ENTER.
Other Material

All materials/media not being in the current scroll list will be

>Add Material 
displayed in the lower line.
Stainless Steel
Select the material/medium. Press ENTER. The material/
medium will be added to the scroll list.

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Note! The materials/media are displayed in the order in which they have
been added.

14.5.3 Adding all Materials/Media to the Scroll List

Select ADD ALL. Press ENTER to add all materials/media
Material list 
of the internal database to the current scroll list.
>Add all

14.5.4 Removing a Material/Medium from the Scroll List

Select REMOVE MATERIAL or REMOVE MEDIUM to remove
Material list 
a material/medium from the scroll list.
>Remove Material

All materials/media of the current scroll list will be dis-

>Remove Materia 
played in the lower line.
Stainless Steel
Select the material/medium. Press ENTER. The material/
medium will be removed from the scroll list.

Note! User defined materials/media will always be displayed in the current

scroll lists. They can not be removed.

14.5.5 Removing all Materials/Media from the Scroll List

Select REMOVE ALL. Press ENTER to remove all materi-
Material list 
als/media from the current scroll list. User defined materi-
>Remove all als/media will not be removed.

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15 Settings
15.1 Time and Date
The flowmeter has a battery buffered clock. Measured values will be automatically stored
with date and time.

15.1.1 Time
Select in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS the
SYSTEM settings 
list item SET CLOCK. Press ENTER.
Set Clock

The actual time is displayed. Select OK to confirm the time

TIME 11:00
or NEW to set the time. Press ENTER.
ok >NEW<

Select the digit to be edited with key O-

and O+ .
TIME 11:00
Set Time ! Edit the selected digit with key O ON
and O OFF
.
Press ENTER.
The new time will be displayed. Select OK to confirm the
TIME 11:11
time or NEW to set the time again. Press ENTER.
>OK< new

15.1.2 Date
After the time has been set, DATE will be displayed.
Select OK to confirm the date or NEW to set the date. Press
DATE 25.01.2007
ENTER.
ok >NEW<

Select the digit to be edited with key O-

and O+ .
DATE 25.01.2007
Set Date ! Edit the selected digit with key O ON
and O OFF
.
Press ENTER.
The new date will be displayed. Select OK to confirm the
DATE 26.01.2007
date or NEW to set the date again. Press ENTER.
>OK< new

15.2 Dialogs and Menus

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS. Select
SYSTEM settings 
the list item DIALOGS/MENUS. Press ENTER.
Dialogs/Menus

Note! The settings of the menu item DIALOGS/MENUS will be stored at the
end of the dialog. If the menu item is quit before the end of the dialog,
the settings will not be effective.

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15.2.1 Pipe Circumference

Select ON if the pipe circumference has to be entered in-
Pipe Circumfer.
stead of the pipe diameter in the program branch PARAM-
off >ON< ETER. Press ENTER.
If ON is selected for PIPE CIRCUMFER., the outer pipe di-
Outer Diameter
ameter will be requested in the program branch PARAME-
100.0 mm TER nevertheless.
To select the menu item PIPE CIRCUMFER., enter 0 (ze-
ro). Press ENTER.
The value displayed in PIPE CIRCUMFER. is calculated
Pipe Circumfer.
on the basis of the last displayed value of the outer pipe di-
314.2 m m ameter.
example: 100 mm *  = 314.2 mm
Enter the pipe circumference. The limits for the pipe cir-
Pipe Circumfer.
cumference will be calculated on the basis of the limits for
180 mm the outer pipe diameter.
During the next scroll through the program branch PARAM-
Outer Diameter
ETER, the outer pipe diameter corresponding to the en-
57.3 mm tered pipe circumference will be displayed.
example: 180 mm :  = 57.3 mm

Note! The pipe circumference is edited temporarily only. When the flowme-
ter switches back to the display of the pipe circumference (internal re-
calculation), slight rounding errors may occur.

example: entered pipe circumference: 100 mm

displayed outer pipe diameter: 31.8 mm
When the flowmeter switches back to the display of the pipe circumference
(internal recalculation), 99.9 mm will be displayed.

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15.2.2 Medium Pressure

The dependency of the properties of a medium on the pressure can be taken into ac-
count.
This display is indicated only if in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASUR-
ING the GAS MEASURING has been deactivated. If GAS MEASURING is activated, the
medium pressure will always be requested in the program branch PARAMETER.
If ON is selected, the medium pressure will be requested in
Fluid pressure
the program branch PARAMETER.
off >ON<
If OFF is selected, 1 bar will be used for all calculations.

Note! It is reasonable for documentation purpose to enter the medium pres-

sure even if no pressure dependent characteristics are stored in the
flowmeter.

15.2.3 Measuring Point Number

Select 1234 if the measuring point is to be identified only
Meas. Point No.:
by numbers, point and dash.
(1234) >()<
Select  if the measuring point is to be identified by
the ASCII editor.

15.2.4 Transducer Distance

recommended adjustment: USER
Transd. Distance
auto >USER< • USER will be selected if the measuring point is always
the same.
• AUTO can be selected if the measuring point often
changes.
In the program branch MEASURING, the recommended
Transd.Distance?
transducer distance will be displayed in parentheses, fol-
(50.8) 50.0 mm lowed by the entered transducer distance if the recom-
mended and the entered transducer distance are not iden-
tical.
During transducer positioning in the program branch MEA-
Transd.Distance?
SURING
50.8 mm
• only the entered transducer distance will be displayed if
TRANSD. DISTANCE\USER is selected and the recom-
mended and the entered transducer distances are iden-
tical
• only the recommended transducer distance will be dis-
played if TRANSD. DISTANCE\AUTO is selected.

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15.2.5 Steam in Inlet

Select ON if the medium in the supply line may be vapor-
Steam in inlet
ous for the heat flow measurement of a liquid medium. In
off >ON< the program branch PARAMETER, the supply pressure has
to be entered then.

15.2.6 Temperature Correction

Select ON to enter a temperature correction for each tem-
Tx Corr.Offset
perature input (see section 17.5).
off >ON<

15.2.7 Error Value Delay

The error value delay is the time after which an error value will be sent to an output if no
valid measured values are available.
Select EDIT to enter an error value delay. Select DAMPING
Error-val. delay
if the damping factor is to be used as error value delay.
damping >EDIT<
For further information on the behavior of missing mea-
sured values see section 18.1.2 and 18.2.

15.2.8 Alarm State Indication

Select ON to display the alarm state during measurement.
SHOW RELAIS STAT
off >ON< Fur further information on alarm outputs see section 18.5.

Note! All changes will be stored now at the end of the dialog.

15.3 Measurement Settings

Select in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS the
SYSTEM settings 
list item MEASURING. Press ENTER.
Measuring

Note! The settings of the menu item MEASURING will be stored at the end of
the dialog. If the menu item is quit before the end of the dialog, the
settings will not be effective.

Select ON to activate the gas measurement, OFF to deacti-

Gas measuring
vate it. Press ENTER.
off >ON<

Select YES to switch on concentration measurement, NO to

Enable Concentr.
disable it.
no >YES<

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This menu item will be displayed only, if a WaveInjector is

Wave Injector
in the scope of supply (see user manual of the WaveInjec-
off >ON< tor).
Select YES if the actually measured sound velocity is to be
Compare c-fluid
compared to the theoretical or expected value. The differ-
no >YES< ence
c = cmea - cstored
between the two sound velocities will be displayed during
measurement. cstored is the sound velocity stored in the
database.
to display c during measurement.
DISP

Scroll with key

Select NORMAL to display and output the profile corrected
Flow Velocity
flow values, UNCORR. to display and output the flow values
>NORMAL< uncorr. without flow profile correction. Press ENTER.
Fur further information see section 12.5.
A lower limit for the flow velocity can be entered (see sec-
Cut-off Flow
tion 12.4).
absolut >SIGN<

Cut-off Flow
factory >USER<

An upper limit for the flow velocity can be entered (see

Velocity limit
section 12.3).
24.0 m/s
Enter 0 (zero) to switch off the flow velocity check.
The heat quantity is the totalizer of the heat flow. Select
Heat Quantity
the unit of measurement for the heat flow (J or Wh).
>[J]< [Wh]

Select ON to store and output the values of heat quantity

heat+flow quant.
totalizer and volume flow totalizer during heat flow mea-
off >ON< surement.
Select the overflow behavior of the totalizers (see section
Quant. wrapping
12.2.2).
off >ON<

Select ON to keep the previous totalizer values after restart

Quantity recall
of the measurement.
off >ON<
Select OFF to reset to zero the totalizers after restart of the
measurement.

Note! All changes will be stored now at the end of the dialog.

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15.4 Settings of the Standard Conditions for the Gas Measurement

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\GAS-
SYSTEM settings 
MEASURING.
Gas-Measuring
This display is indicated only if in SPECIAL FUNC-
TION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASURING the gas measur-
ing has been activated.
Enter the pressure for the local standard conditions.
Normal pressure
1.01325 bar

Enter the temperature for the local standard conditions.

Normal temper.
0.0 C

15.5 Setting the Contrast

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MIS-
SYSTEM settings 
CELLANEOUS to set the contrast of the display of the flow-
Miscellaneous meter. Press ENTER.
The contrast of the display will be adjusted with the follow-
SETUP DISPLAY
ing keys:
 CONTRAST 
O+
increases the contrast

O- decreases the contrast

OOFF
= min. contrast

= medium contrast

OON
= max. contrast

Note! The display will be reset to medium contrast after a cold start.

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15.6 Instrument Information

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\INSTRUM. INFORM. to ob-
Special Function
tain information about the flowmeter. Press ENTER.
Instrum. Inform.

Type and serial number of the flowmeter will be displayed

G70X-XXXXXXXX
in the upper line.
Free: 18327
The available data memory will be displayed in the lower
line (here: 18 327 measured values can be stored).
Press ENTER.
Type and serial number of the flowmeter will be displayed
G70X-XXXXXXXX
in the upper line.
V x.xx dd.mm.yy
The firmware version of the flowmeter with date is dis-
played in the lower line.
Press ENTER.

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16 SuperUser-Mode
The SuperUser mode allows experimental work. Features of the SuperUser mode are:
• Defaults will not be observed.
• There are no plausibility checks when parameters are being entered.
• There is no check whether the entered parameters are within the limit determined by
physical laws and technical data.
• The cut-off flow is not active.
• A value for the number of sound paths has to entered.
It is possible to change the lower limit of the inner pipe diameter for a given transducer
type without the activation of the Super User mode.

16.1 Activating/Deactivating
Press key C. Enter HotCode 071049 .
It is displayed that the SuperUser mode is activated. Press
SUPERUSER MODE
ENTER. The main menu will be displayed.
*IS ACTIVE NOW*

Press key C. Enter HotCode 071049 again to deactivate the SuperUser mode.
It is displayed that the SuperUser mode is deactivated.
SUPERUSER MODE
Press ENTER. The main menu will be displayed.
IS PASSIVE NOW

The SuperUser mode will be deactivated by switching off the flowmeter, too.

16.2 Transducer Parameters

In SuperUser mode, the menu item TRANSDUCER TYPE will be displayed at the end of
parameter input even if the transducers are detected by the flowmeter.

Transducer Type  Press ENTER.

Q2E-314 or

Select SPECIAL VERSION to edit the transducer parame-

Transducer Type 
ters. Press ENTER.
Special Version

If SPECIAL VERSION is selected, the transducer parame-

Transd. Data 1
ters have to be entered.
35.99
The transducer parameters have to be provided by the
transducer manufacturer. Press ENTER after each input.

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16.3 Malfunctions in SuperUser Mode

As the SuperUser mode operates without any plausibility check, absurd entries may re-
sult in an automatic switching-off of the flowmeter or in a crash of the internal software.
An absurd input is e.g. 0 (zero) for the number of sound paths or 0.1 mm for the outer
pipe diameter.
Switch on the flowmeter again and reactivate the SuperUser mode. Use RESET, if nec-
essary by pressing keys BRK, C and ENTER simultaneously.

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External transducers can be connected to the inputs (if available) to measure the follow-
ing physical quantities:
• temperature
• density
• pressure
• kinematic viscosity
• dynamic viscosity
The values of the current, voltage or temperature inputs can be used by all measuring
channels.
An input has to be linked to a measuring channel (see section 17.1 and 17.3) and has to
be activated (see section 17.4) before it can be used for the measurement or for storing
of measured values.

Note! If a new input is installed, the flowmeter has to be restarted (RESET)

to identify the new inputs.

SYSTEM settings  Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC.

Proc. inputs INPUTS.

Depending on the configuration of the flowmeter, one or several of the following list items
will be displayed:

Table 17.1: List items of the scroll list PROC. INPUTS

list item function
LINK TEMPERATURE linking temperature inputs to measuring channels
LINK OTHERS linking other inputs to measuring channels
PT100/PT1000 selection of a temperature probe (FLUXUS G704)
...GO BACK return to the precedent menu item

17.1 Linking the Temperature Inputs to the Measuring Channels

17.1.1 Linking the Temperature Inputs
SYSTEM settings  Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC.
Proc. inputs INPUTS. Press ENTER.

Proc. inputs  Select the list item LINK TEMPERATURE.

Link temperature

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A:T-Inlet  Select the temperature input to be linked to measuring

Input T1 channel A as supply temperature.
Select the list item FIXED INPUT VALUE if the tempera-
ture is entered manually before the measurement.
Select the list item NO MEASURING if a supply temperature
is not to be linked to measuring channel A.
Press ENTER.

Select the list items for T-FLUID/OUTLET, T(3) and T(4) of measuring channel A and
the other activated channels accordingly. Press ENTER after each input.

Note! The configuration of a measuring channel will be stored when the

next channel is selected. The configuration dialog of a channel has to
be finished to store the changes.

17.2 Selection of the Temperature Probe (FLUXUS G704)

SYSTEM settings  Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC.
Proc. inputs INPUTS. Press ENTER.

Proc. inputs  Select the list item PT100/PT1000.

PT100 / PT1000

Input T1  Select the temperature probe.

>PT100< pt1000

If necessary, select the temperature probe for input T2, T3 and T4 accordingly.

17.3 Linking Other Inputs to the Measuring Channels

SYSTEM settings  Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC.
Proc. inputs INPUTS. Press ENTER.

Proc. inputs  Select the list item LINK OTHERS.

Link others

A:ext.Input(1) Select the first input to be linked to measuring channel A.

Input I1 Only the installed inputs are displayed in the scroll list.
Select the list item NO MEASURING if an input is not to be
linked to measuring channel A.
Press ENTER.

Select the list items for EXT. INPUT(2)...(4) of measuring channel A and the other
activated channels accordingly.

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Note! The configuration of a measuring channel will be stored when the

next channel is selected. The configuration dialog of a channel has to
be finished to store the changes.

17.4 Activation of the Inputs

Note! The activation of the inputs in program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS will
be displayed only if the flowmeter has inputs of the corresponding
type and they are linked to a measuring channel.

17.4.1 Activation of Temperature Inputs

Note! If HEAT FLOW is selected as physical quantity, the corresponding

temperature inputs will be automatically activated. The steps de-
scribed below are only necessary if the measured temperatures are
to be displayed or output.

Temperature inputs have to be activated if the measured temperatures have to be dis-

played, stored and/or output or if the measured temperature is to be used for the interpo-
lation of viscosity and density of the medium.

Temperature T1 Select in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS the chan-

no >YES< nel for which a temperature input has to be activated.
The temperature inputs linked to the channel will be dis-
played one after another. Select YES for the temperature
inputs to be activated.

Note! The total number of measured values that can be stored will be re-
duced if a temperature input is activated.

17.4.2 Activation of Other Inputs

Attention! Observe the polarity to avoid damage of the current source. The cur-
rent input might be destroyed by a permanent short circuit.

Inputs have to be activated if the measured values are to be displayed, stored and/or out-
put together with the other measured values.

INPUT I1 Select in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS the chan-

no >YES< nel for which an input has to be activated.
The inputs linked to the channel will be displayed one after
another. Select YES for the inputs to be activated.

Note! The total number of measured values that can be stored will be re-
duced if an input is activated.

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17.5 Temperature Correction

A correction value (offset) for the temperature can be defined for each temperature input.
If a correction value is defined, it will be automatically added to the measured tempera-
ture. This function is useful if e.g.:
• the characteristic curves of the two temperature probes differ considerably one from
another
• a known and constant temperature gradient exists between the measured temperature
and the actual medium temperature.

17.5.1 Activating/Deactivating the Temperature Correction

The temperature correction can be activated/deactivated in SPECIAL FUNC-
TIONS\SYSTEM SETTINGS\DIALOGS/MENUS.

Tx Corr.Offset Select ON to activate the temperature correction, OFF to

off >ON< deactivate it.

Note! If OFF is selected, the temperature correction will be deactivated for

all inputs. However, the entered correction values for each tempera-
ture input will be stored and displayed again when the temperature
correction is activated again.

17.5.2 Input of the Correction Value

During the flow transducer positioning, the correction values will be requested for each
input which is activated and where the temperature can be measured.

T1 Corr. Offset Enter the correction value for the temperature input.
0.3 C Press ENTER.

Note! Only measured temperatures can be corrected.

For a zero adjustment, the same reference temperature is measured
with the two temperature probes. The difference between the two
measured values is entered as correction value for one of the tem-
perature inputs. The difference can also be distributed on the correc-
tion values of both inputs.
The temperature difference display T1-T2 does not indicate if one or
both temperatures are constants or if the temperatures are corrected.

T1= 90.5 C (COR) During measurement, a corrected temperature value is

0.0 kW marked by COR.

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If the flowmeter is equipped with outputs, they have to be installed and activated before
they can be used:
• assigning a measuring channel (source channel) to the output (if the flowmeter has
more than one measuring channel)
• assigning the physical quantity (source item) to be transmitted to the output by the
source channel, and the properties of the signal
• defining the behavior of the output in case no valid measured value is available
• activation of the installed output in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS

18.1 Installation of an Output

The outputs will be installed in the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SET-
TINGS\PROC. OUTPUTS.

Note! The configuration of an output will be stored at the end of the dialog.
If the dialog is quit by pressing key BRK, the changes will not be
stored.

Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC.

SYSTEM settings 
OUTPUTS. Press ENTER.
Proc. outputs

Select the output to be installed. The scroll list contains all

Install Output 
actually available outputs.
Current I1
A tick  after a list item indicates that this output has al-
ready been installed. Press ENTER.
This display is indicated if the output has not been installed
I1 enable
yet. Select YES. Press ENTER.
no >YES<

If the output is already installed, select NO to reconfigure it

I1 disable
or YES to uninstall the output and to return to the prece-
>NO< yes dent menu item to select another output. Press ENTER.
Select in the scroll list the measuring channel to be as-
I1 Source chan. 
signed as source channel to the output. Press ENTER.
Channel A
This display will not be indicated, if the flowmeter has only
one measuring channel or only one measuring channel is
active.
Select the physical quantity (source item) to be transmitted
I1 Source item 
to the output by the source channel.
Measured value
If a binary output is configured, only the list items LIMIT
and IMPULS will be displayed.

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The source items and their scroll lists are described in Table 18.1.
Table 18.1: Configuration of the outputs
source item list item output
MEASURED VALUE ACTUAL MEASURE physical quantity selected in the program branch
OUTPUT OPTIONS
FLOW flow independently of the physical quantity select-
ed in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS
HEAT FLOW heat flow independently of the physical quantity
selected in the program branch OUTPUT
OPTIONS
QUANTITY Q+ totalizer for the positive flow direction
* ACTUAL MEASURE totalizer for the physical quantity selected in the
program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS
* FLOW flow totalizer
* HEAT FLOW heat flow totalizer
Q- totalizer for the negative flow direction
* ACTUAL MEASURE totalizer for the physical quantity selected in the
program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS
* FLOW flow totalizer
* HEAT FLOW heat flow totalizer
Q sum of the totalizers (positive and negative flow
direction)
* ACTUAL MEASURE totalizer for the physical quantity selected in the
program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS
* FLOW flow totalizer
* HEAT FLOW heat flow totalizer
LIMIT R1 limit message (alarm output R1)
R2 limit message (alarm output R2)
R3 limit message (alarm output R3)
TEMPERATURE Is available only if a temperature input has been
linked to the channel.
T-INLET (T1) supply temperature for the heat flow
measurement
T-OUTLET (T2) return temperature for the heat flow measurement
T(3)=INPUT T3 further temperature input
T(4)=INPUT T4 further temperature input
TV(=T1)-TR(=T2) difference between supply and return
temperature
TV(=T1)-T3 difference between supply temperature and T(3)
TR(=T2)-T3 difference between return temperature and T(3)
TV(=T1)-T4 difference between supply temperature and T(4)
TR(=T2)-T4 difference between return temperature and T(4)
T3-T4 difference between T(3) and T(4)
IMPULS FROM ABS(X) pulse without sign consideration
FROM X > 0 pulse for positive measured values
FROM X < 0 pulse for negative measured values
MISCELLANEOUS SOUNDSPEED FLUID sound velocity of the medium
CONCENTRATION K concentration
SIGNAL signal amplitude of a measuring channel

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18.1.1 Output Range

When configuring an analog output, the output range will
I1:Output range 
be defined now. Select a list item or OTHER RANGE.. to
4/20 mA enter the output range manually.
If OTHER RANGE.. is selected, enter the values OUTPUT
I1 Output MIN 
MIN and OUTPUT MAX. Press ENTER after each input.
10.0 mA

I1 Output MAX 
11.0 mA

This error message will be displayed if the output range is

I1 Output MAX 
not min. 10 % of the max. output range. The next possible
12.0 MINIMAL value will be displayed. Repeat the input.
example: IMAX - IMIN  2 mA for a 4…20 mA current output

18.1.2 Error Output

In the further dialog, an error value can be defined which is to be output if the source item
can not be measured e.g. when solids are in the medium.
Table 18.2: Error output
error value result
MINIMUM output of the lower limit of the output range
HOLD LAST VALUE output of the last measured value
MAXIMUM output of the upper limit of the output range
OTHER VALUE ... The value has to be entered manually. It has to be within the limits of the
output.

example: The volume flow is selected as source item for a current output, the output
range is 4...20 mA, the error value delay is td > 0.
The volume flow can not be measured during the time interval t0...t1 (see
Fig. 18.1). The error value will be output.

3
v[m
v [ m 3/h]/ h ]

? ? ?

tt
tt00 tt11

Fig. 18.1: Error output

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Table 18.3: Examples for the error output

list item for the error output output signal

Error-value  I [m A ]
Minimum (4.0mA)
2 0

td

Error-value  I [m A ]
Hold last value
2 0

Error-value  I [m A ]
Maximum (20.0mA)
2 0

td

Error-value  I [m A ]
Other value ...
2 0
error output = 2.00 mA
td

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Select a list item for the error output. Press ENTER.

Error-value 
Minimum (4.0mA)

If OTHER VALUE ... is selected, enter an error value. It

Error-value
has to be within the limits of the output.
3.5 mA
Press ENTER.

Note! The settings will be stored now at the end of the dialog.

The terminals to be used for the connection of the output

I1 active loop
are now displayed (here: P1+ and P1- for the active cur-
Terminal:P1+,P1- rent loop).
Press ENTER.

18.1.3 Function Test

The function of the installed output can now be tested. Connect a multimeter with the in-
stalled output.

Test of the Analog Outputs

The current output is tested in the example. Enter a test
I1:Output Test
value. It has to be within the output range. Press ENTER.
4 mA

If the multimeter displays the entered value, the output

I1= 4.0 mA
functions correctly.
Again? no >YES<
Select YES to repeat the test, NO to return to SYSTEM
SETTINGS. Press ENTER.

Test of the Binary Outputs

Select REED-RELAIS OFF or OPEN COLLECTOR OFF in
B1:Output Test 
the scroll list OUTPUT TEST to test the de-energized state
Reed-Relais OFF of the output. Press ENTER. Measure the resistance at the
output. The value has to be high ohmic.
Select YES. Press ENTER.
B1=OFF
Again? no >YES<

Select REED-RELAIS ON or OPEN COLLECTOR ON in

B1:Output Test 
the scroll list OUTPUT TEST to test the energized state of
Reed-Relais ON the output. Press ENTER. Measure the resistance at the
output. The value has to be low ohmic.
Select YES to repeat the test, NO to return to SYSTEM
B1=ON
SETTINGS. Press ENTER.
Again? no >YES<

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18.2 Error Value Delay

The error value delay is the time interval after which the error value will be transmitted to
the output in case no valid measured values are available. The error value delay can be
entered in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS if this menu item has been previously
activated in the program branch SPECIAL FUNCTION. If the error value delay is not en-
tered, the damping factor will be used.
Select SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\DIA-
Error-val.delay
LOGS/MENUS\ERROR-VAL. DELAY
>DAMPING< edit
Select DAMPING if the damping factor is to be used as er-
ror value delay. Select EDIT to activate the error value de-
lay request.
From now on, the error value delay can be entered in the
Error-val. delay
program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS.
10 s

18.3 Activation of an Analog Output

Note! An output can only be activated in the program branch OUTPUT OP-
TIONS if it has been previously installed.

Select in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS the chan-

Output Options 
nel for which an output has to be activated. Press ENTER.
for Channel A:
This display will not be indicated, if the flowmeter has only
one measuring channel.
Press ENTER until CURRENT LOOP is displayed. Select
Current Loop
YES to activate the output. Press ENTER.
I1: no >YES<

18.3.1 Measuring Range of the Analog Outputs

After an analog output has been activated in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS, the
measuring range of the source item has to be entered.
Select SIGN if the sign of the measured values has to be
Meas.Values
considered for the output.
>ABSOLUT< sign
Select ABSOLUT if the sign does not need to be consid-
ered.
Enter in ZERO-SCALE VAL. the lowest measured value
Zero-Scale Val.
expected. The unit of measurement of the source item will
0.00 m3/h be displayed.
ZERO-SCALE VAL. is the measured value corresponding
to the lower limit of the output range as defined in section
18.1.1.

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Enter in FULL-SCALE VAL. the highest measured value

Full-Scale Val.
expected.
300.00 m3/h
FULL-SCALE VAL. is the measured value corresponding
to the upper limit of the output range as defined in section
18.1.1.

example: The output range 4…20 mA was selected for a current loop, the zero-scale
value was set to 0 m3/h and the full-scale value to 300 m3/h.
If the volume flow is 300 m3/h, a 20 mA signal is transmitted to the output.
If the volume flow is 0 m3/h, a 4 mA signal is transmitted to the output.

18.4 Activation of a Pulse Output

A pulse output is an integrating output which emits a pulse when the volume or the mass
of the medium which has passed the measuring point reaches a given value (PULSE
VALUE). The integrated quantity is the selected physical quantity. Integration is restarted
when a pulse is emitted.

Note! The menu item PULSE OUTPUT will be displayed in the program
branch OUTPUT OPTIONS only if a pulse output has been installed.

Select in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS the chan-

Output Options 
nel for which a pulse output has to be activated. Press EN-
for Channel A: TER.
This display will not be indicated, if the flowmeter has only
one measuring channel.
Select YES to activate the output. Press ENTER.
Pulse Output
B1: no >YES<

This error message will be displayed if the flow velocity is

Pulse Output
selected as physical quantity.
NO COUNTING !
The use of the pulse output is not possible in this case as
integration of the flow velocity does not result in a reason-
able value.
Enter the PULSE VALUE. The unit of measurement will be
Pulse Value
displayed according to the current physical quantity.
0.01 m3
When the totalized physical quantity reaches the pulse val-
ue, a pulse will be emitted.
Enter the PULSE WIDTH.
Pulse Width
100 ms The range of possible pulse widths depends on the specifi-
cation of the instrument (e.g. counter, PLC) to be connect-
ed with the output.

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The max. flow that the pulse output can work with will be displayed now. This value is cal-
culated from the entered pulse value and pulse width.
If the flow exceeds this value, the pulse output will not function properly. In this case,
pulse value and pulse width have to be adapted to the flow conditions. Press ENTER.

18.5 Activation of an Alarm Output

Note! The menu item PULSE OUTPUT will be displayed in the program
branch OUTPUT OPTIONS only if a pulse output has been installed.

Max. 3 alarm outputs R1, R2, R3 per channel operating independently of each other can
be configured. The alarm outputs can be used to output information on the current mea-
surement or to start and stop pumps, motors, etc.

18.5.1 Alarm Properties

The switching condition, the holding behavior and the switching function can be defined
for an alarm output:
Table 18.4: Alarm properties
alarm property setting description
FUNC MAX The alarm will switch if the measured value exceeds
(switching condition) the upper limit.
MIN The alarm will switch if the measured value falls be-
low the lower limit.
+- -+ The alarm will switch if the flow direction changes
(sign change of measured value).
QUANTITY The alarm will switch if totalizing is activated and the
totalizer reaches the limit.
ERROR The alarm will switch if a measurement is not
possible.
OFF The alarm is switched off.
TYP NON-HOLD If the switching condition is not true anymore, the
(holding behavior) alarm returns to idle state after approx. 1 s.
HOLD The alarm remains activated even if the switching
condition is not true anymore.
MODE NO CONT. The alarm is energized if the switching condition is
(switching function) true and de-energized when idle.
NC CONT. The alarm is de-energized if the switching condition
is true and energized when idle.

Note! If no measurement is started, all alarms will be de-energized, inde-

pendently of the programmed switching function.

Select in the program branch OUTPUT OPTIONS the chan-

Output Options 
nel for which an alarm output has to be activated. Press
for Channel A: ENTER.
This display will not be indicated, if the flowmeter has only
one measuring channel.

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Select YES to activate the alarm output. Press ENTER.

Alarm Output
no >YES<

Three scroll lists will be displayed:

R1=FUNC<typ mode
Function: MAX • FUNC for the switching condition
• TYP for the holding behavior
• MODE for the switching function

A scroll list will be selected in the upper line with key and . A list item will be se-
O- O+

OON
lected in the lower line with key and .
OOFF

Press ENTER to store the settings.

18.5.2 Setting the Limits

If the switching condition MAX or MIN is selected in the scroll list FUNC, the limit of the out-
put has to be defined:
Select in the scroll list INPUT the physical quantity to be
R1 Input: 
used for comparison. The following list items are available:
Volume(oper.)
• the selected physical quantity
• signal amplitude
• sound velocity of the medium
Press ENTER.

Enter the limit:

Table 18.5: limits MAX and MIN

switching display comparison
condition
MAX measured value > limit
High Limit The alarm will switch if the measured value
-10.00 m3/h exceeds the limit.

MIN measured value < limit

Low Limit The alarm will switch if the measured value
-10.00 m3/h falls below the limit.

example 1: upper limit = -10 m3/h

A measured value of e.g. -9.9 m3/h exceeds the limit. The alarm switches.
A measured value of e.g. -11 m3/h does not exceed the limit. The alarm
does not switch.

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example 2: lower limit = -10 m3/h

A measured value of e.g. -11 m3/h falls below the limit. The alarm switch-
es.
A measured value of e.g. -9.9 m3/h does not fall below the limit. The alarm
does not switch.

If the switching condition QUANTITY is selected in the scroll list FUNC, the limit of the out-
put has to be defined:

Table 18.6: Limit of totalizer

switching display comparison
condition
QUANTITY totalizer  limit
Quantity Limit The alarm will switch if the totalizer reaches
1.00 m3 the limit.

A positive limit will be compared to the totalizer value for the positive flow direction.
A negative limit will be compared to the totalizer value for the negative flow direction.
The comparison will also be made if the totalizer of the other flow direction is displayed.

Note! The unit of measurement of the limit corresponds to the unit of mea-
surement of the selected physical quantity.
If the unit of measurement of the physical quantity is changed, the
limit has to be converted and entered again.

example 1: physical quantity volume flow in m3/h, quantity limit = 1 m3

example 2: physical quantity volume flow in m3/h, lower limit = 60 m3/h
The unit of measurement of the physical quantity will be changed to m3/
min. . The new limit to be entered is 1 m3/min.

18.5.3 Defining the Hysteresis

A hysteresis can be defined for alarm output R1 preventing a constant triggering of the
alarm by measured values fluctuating marginally around the limit.
The hysteresis is a symmetrical range around the limit. The alarm will be activated if the
measured values exceed the upper limit and deactivated if the measured values fall be-
low the lower limit.
example: The limit is 30 m3/h and the hysteresis 1 m3/h. The alarm will be triggered
for values > 30.5 m3/h and deactivated for values < 29.5 m3/h.

Enter the hysteresis or 0 (zero) to work without hysteresis.

R1 Hysteresis:
Press ENTER.
1.00 m3/h

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18.6 Behavior of the Alarm Outputs

18.6.1 Apparent Switching Delay
Measured values and totalizer values will be displayed rounded to two decimal places.
The limits, however, will be compared to the non-rounded measured values. This might
cause an apparent switching delay when the measured value changes marginally (less
than two decimal places). In this case, the switching accuracy of the output is greater
than the accuracy of the display.

18.6.2 Reset and Initialization of the Alarms

After a cold start, all alarm outputs will be initialized as follows:
Table 18.7: Alarm state after initialization
FUNC OFF
TYPE NON-HOLD
MODE NO CONT.
LIMIT 0.00

Press three times key C during measurement to set all alarm outputs to the idle state.
Alarm outputs whose switching condition is still met will be activated again after 1 s. This
function is used to reset alarm outputs of type HOLD if the switching conditions is not met
anymore.
By pressing key BRK, the measurement will be stopped and the main menu selected. All
alarm outputs will be de-energized, independently of the programmed idle state.

18.6.3 Alarm Outputs during Transducer Positioning

When the positioning of the transducers begins (bar graph display), all alarm outputs
switch back to the programmed idle state.
If the bar graph is selected during measurement, all alarm outputs switch back to the pro-
grammed idle state.
An alarm output of type HOLD being activated during the previous measurement remains
in the idle state after transducer positioning if the switching condition is not met anymore.
Switching of the alarms into the idle state will not displayed.

18.6.4 Alarm Outputs during Measurement

An alarm output with switching condition MAX or MIN will be updated max. once per sec-
ond to avoid humming (i.e. fluctuation of the measured values around the value of the
switching condition).
An alarm output of type NON-HOLD will be activated if the switching condition is met. It
will be deactivated if the switching condition is not met anymore. The alarm remains acti-
vated min. 1 s even if the switching condition is met shorter.
Alarm outputs with switching condition QUANTITY will be activated when the limit is
reached.

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Alarm outputs with switching condition ERROR will be activated only after several unsuc-
cessful measuring attempts. Therefore, typical short-term disturbances of the measure-
ment (e.g. switching on of a pump) will not activate the alarm.
Alarm outputs with switching condition +- -+ and of type NON-HOLD will be activated
with each change of the flow direction for approx. 1 s (see Fig. 18.2).
Alarm outputs with switching condition +- -+ and of type HOLD will be activated after
the first change of the flow direction. They can be switched back by pressing key C three
times (see Fig. 18.2).

+ flow
D u r c h flu s s + flow
D u r c h flu s s

0 0

- -

type
A l a r NON-HOLD
m ty p : N IC H T H A L T E N D type
A l a r HOLD
m ty p : H A L T E N D

approx.
c a . 1 s 1s resetM ofa n u the
e l l e s alarm
R ü c k s e tz e n
C key
(3x d e s C)A la r m s

Fig. 18.2: Behavior of a relay when the flow direction changes

If there is an adaptation to changing measuring conditions, e.g. to a considerable rise of
the medium temperature, the alarm will not switch. Alarm outputs with switching condi-
tion OFF will be set automatically to the switching function NO CONT.

18.6.5 Alarm State Indication

Note! There is no visual or acoustic indication of alarm switching.

The alarm state can be displayed during measurement. This function is activated in SPE-
CIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\DIALOGS/MENUS.
Select the menu item SHOW RELAIS STAT. Select ON to
SHOW RELAIS STAT
activate the display of the alarm state.
off >ON<

Scroll during measurement with key until the alarm state is displayed in the upper line.

RX = , where is a pictogram according to Table 18.8.

example: R1 =

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Table 18.8: Pictograms for the alarm state indication

no. switching holding behavior switching actual

condition (FUNC) (TYPE) function (MODE) state
R
=

1 OFF NON-HOLD NO CONT. closed

2 MAX HOLD NC CONT. open

3 MIN

+  - - +

QUANTITY

ERROR

18.7 Deactivating the Outputs

If the programmed outputs are no longer required, they can be deactivated. The configu-
ration of the deactivated output is stored and will be available when the output is activat-
ed again.
To deactivate an output, select NO in OUTPUT OP-
Alarm Output
TIONS\ALARM OUTPUT. Press ENTER.
>NO< yes

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19 Troubleshooting
If any problem appears which can not be solved with the help of this manual, contact our
sales office giving a precise description of the problem. Specify the type, serial number
and firmware version of the flowmeter.

Calibration
FLUXUS is a very reliable instrument. It is manufactured under strict quality control, us-
ing modern production techniques. If installed as recommended in an appropriate loca-
tion, used cautiously and taken care of conscientiously, no troubles should appear. The
flowmeter has been calibrated at the factory and usually, a re-calibration of the flowmeter
will not be necessary. A re-calibration is recommended if
• the contact surface of the transducers show visible wear or
• the transducers were used for a prolonged period at a high temperature (several
months >130 °C for normal transducers or > 200 °C for high temperature transducers).
The flowmeter has to be sent to FLEXIM for recalibration under reference conditions.

The display does not work at all or always fails

Make sure that the correct voltage is available at the terminals. The voltage is indicated
on the metal plate below the outer right terminal. If the power supply is ok, the transduc-
ers or an internal component of the flowmeter are defective. Transducers and flowmeter
have to be sent for repair to FLEXIM.

The message SYSTEM ERROR is displayed

Press BRK to return to the main menu.
If the message is displayed repeatedly, note the number in the lower line. Track down the
situations when the error is displayed. Contact FLEXIM.

The flowmeter does not react when key BRK is pressed during measurement
A program code has been defined. Press key C and enter the program code.

The backlight of the display does not light, but all other functions are available.
The backlight is defective. This problem has no influence on the other functions of the
display. Send the flowmeter to FLEXIM for repair.

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Date and time are wrong, the measured values will be deleted when the flowmeter
is switched off
The data backup battery has to be replaced. Send the flowmeter to FLEXIM.

An output does not work

Make sure that the outputs are configured correctly. Check the function of the output as
described in section 18.1.3. If the output is defective, contact FLEXIM.

Measurement is impossible or the measured values substantially differ from the

expected values
see section 19.1.

The totalizer values are wrong

see section 19.6.

19.1 Problems with the Measurement

A measurement is impossible as no signal is received. A question mark is dis-
played at the right side of the lower line
• Make sure that the entered parameters are correct, especially the outer pipe diameter,
the pipe wall thickness and the sound velocity of the medium. (Typical errors: The cir-
cumference or the radius was entered instead of the diameter. The inner pipe diameter
was entered instead of the outer pipe diameter.)
• Make sure that the recommended transducer distance was adjusted when mounting
the transducers.
• Make sure that an appropriate measuring point has been selected (see section 19.2).
• Try to obtain better acoustic contact between the pipe and the transducers (see section
19.3).
• Enter a lower value for the number of sound paths. The signal attenuation might be too
high due to a high medium viscosity or of deposits on the inner pipe wall (see section
19.4).

The measuring signal is received but no measured values can be obtained

• An exclamation mark "!" right in the lower line indicates that the defined upper limit of
the flow velocity is exceeded and, thus, the measured values will be marked invalid.
The limit has to be adapted to the measuring conditions or the check has to be deacti-
vated (see section 12.3).
• If no exclamation mark "!" is displayed, a measurement at the selected measuring
point is not possible.

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Loss of signal during measurement

• If the pipe had been pressureless: Was there no measuring signal afterwards? Contact
FLEXIM.
• Wait briefly until the acoustic contact is established again. The measurement can be
prevented by a temporarily higher proportion of liquid or solid particles in the medium.

The measured values substantially differ from the expected values

• Wrong measured values are often caused by wrong parameters. Make sure that the
parameters entered are correct for the measuring point.
• If the parameters are correct, see section 19.5 for the description of typical situations in
which wrong measured values are obtained.

19.2 Correct Selection of the Measuring Point

• Make sure that the recommended min. distance to any disturbance source is observed
(see chapter 5, Table 5.1).
• Avoid locations where deposits are building in the pipe.
• Avoid measuring points in the vicinity of deformations and defects of the pipe and in
the vicinity of welds.

Note! If the temperature fluctuates at the measuring point, it is important

that the inner hook of the clasp grabs in the tension strip. Otherwise,
the pressure of the transducer will be insufficient when the tempera-
ture is low.

Note! It is recommended to use FLEXIM clasps with springs if the tempera-

ture fluctuates strongly. Contact FLEXIM.

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19.3 Maximum Acoustic Contact

Observe the points in section 10.7.

19.4 Application Specific Problems

The entered sound velocity of the medium is wrong
The entered sound velocity will be used to calculate the transducer distance and, thus, is
very important for the transducer positioning. The sound velocities programmed in the
flowmeter only serve as orientation values.

The entered pipe roughness is not appropriate

Check the entered value, taking into account the state of the pipe.

Measurements on porous pipe materials (e.g. concrete or cast iron) are only possi-
ble under certain conditions
Contact FLEXIM.

The pipe liner may cause problems during measurement if it is not attached tightly
to the inner pipe wall or consists of acoustically absorbing material
Try measuring on a liner free section of the pipe.

Higher proportions of droplets or solids in the medium scatter and absorb the ul-
trasound and therefore attenuate the measuring signal
A measurements is impossible if the value is  10 %. If the proportion is high, but < 10 %,
a measurement might be possible under certain conditions.

19.5 High Measuring Deviations

The entered sound velocity of the medium is wrong
A wrong sound velocity can result in the ultrasonic signal reflected on the pipe wall being
mistaken for the measuring signal passing the medium. The flow calculated from the
wrong signal by the flowmeter is very small or fluctuates around zero.

The defined upper limit of the flow velocity is too low

All measured flow velocities that are greater than the upper limit will be ignored and
marked as invalid. All quantities derived from the flow velocity are marked as invalid, too.
If several correct measured values are ignored, the totalizer values will be too low.

The entered cut-off flow is too high

All flow velocities below the cut-off flow are set to zero. All derived values are set to zero
as well. The cut-off flow (default 2.5 cm/s) has to be set to a low value to be able to mea-
sure at low flow velocities.

The entered pipe roughness is inappropriate

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The flow velocity to be measured is outside the measuring range of the flowmeter

The measuring point is not appropriate

Select another measuring point to check whether the results are better. The cross-sec-
tion of the pipe is never perfectly circular, thus influences the flow profile. Change the
transducer position according to the pipe deformation.

The operating volume flow meets the expectations, but the standard volume flow
deviates strongly.
The parameters for the measurement of the standard volume flow are not correctly en-
tered (see section 15.4).

19.6 Problems with the Totalizers

The totalizer values are too high
See SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASURING\QUANTITY RECALL. If
this menu item is activated, the totalizer values will be stored. The totalizer will take this
value at the start of the next measurement.

The totalizer values are too low

One of the totalizers has reached the upper limit and has to be reset manually to zero.

The sum of the totalizers is not correct

See SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASURING\QUANT. WRAPPING. The
output sum of both totalizers is not valid after the overflow (wrapping) of one of the total-
izers.

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Flowmeter
FLUXUS G704 G704 A2 G709
design standard field device field device for ATEX 19 " module
zone 2
measurement
measuring principle transit time difference correlation principle
flow velocity 0.01...35 m/s, pipe diameter dependent
repeatability 0.15 % of reading ±0.01 m/s
accuracy
- volume flow ± 1...3 % of reading ± 0.01 m/s depending on application
± 0.5 % of reading ± 0.01 m/s with field calibration
medium gases with a ratio of the characteristic acoustic impedances of pipe wall and
gas < 3000,
e.g. nitrogen, air, oxygen, hydrogen, argon, helium, ethylene, propane

flowmeter
power supply 100...240 V/50...60 Hz or
20...32 V DC
power consumption < 15 W
number of flow mea- 1, option: 2
suring channels
signal damping 0...100 s, adjustable
measuring cycle (1 100...1000 Hz
channel)

response time 1 s (1 channel), option: 70 ms

material aluminum, powder coated aluminum
degree of protection IP 65 IP 20
according to
EN 60529
dimensions see dimensional drawing 42TE x 3HE
(without back panel)
see dimensional draw-
ing
weight 2.8 kg 1.7 kg
fixation wall mounting, option: 2 " pipe mounting 19 " rack mounting
operating tempera- -10...+60 °C
ture
display 2 x 16 characters, dot matrix, backlit
menu language English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish
explosion protection
ATEX zone - 2 -
marking - II 3G -
Ex nA II T4
Ta -20...+60 °C
II 3D Ex tD A22 IP66
T100 °C

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measuring functions
physical quantities operational volume flow, standard volume flow, mass flow,
flow velocity
totalizers volume, mass
calculation functions average, difference, sum

data logger
loggable values all physical quantities and totalized values
capacity > 100 000 measured values
communication
interface - process integration: - process integration: - process integration:
option: option: option:
RS485 (Modbus, emit- RS485 (Modbus, emit- RS485 (Modbus, emit-
ter) ter) ter)
- diagnosis: RS232 - diagnosis: RS2321 - diagnosis: RS232
serial data kit (option)
software (all Win- - FluxData: download of measured data, graphical presentation,
dowsTM versions) conversion to other formats (e.g. for ExcelTM)
- FluxKoeff: creating medium data sets
cable RS232 RS2321 RS232
adapter RS232 - USB RS232 - USB1 RS232 - USB
outputs (option)
The outputs are galvanically isolated from the flowmeter.
number on request
current output
range 0/4...20 mA
accuracy 0.1 % of reading ±15 A
active output Rext < 500 
passive output Uext = 4...24 V, dependent on Rext, Rext < 1 k
voltage output
range 0...1 V or 0...10 V
accuracy 0...1 V: 0.1 % of reading ±1 mV
0...10 V: 0.1 % of reading ±10 mV
internal resistance Ri = 500 
frequency output
range 0...1 kHz or 0...10 kHz
open collector 24 V/4 mA
1 connection of the interface RS232 outside of explosive atmosphere (housing cover open)

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binary output
Reed relay - 48 V/0.25 A
open collector (OC) - 24 V/4 mA
optorelay 32 V/100 mA -
binary output as
alarm output
- functions limit, change of flow direction or error limit, change of flow
direction or error
binary output as
pulse output
- pulse value 0.01...1000 units 0.01...1000 units
- pulse width 1...1000 ms 80...1000 ms
inputs (option)
The inputs are galvanically isolated from the flowmeter.
number max. 4, on request
temperature input
designation Pt100/Pt1000 Pt100
connection 4-wire 4-wire
range -150...+560 °C -50...+400 °C
resolution 0.01 K 0.1 K
accuracy ±0.01 % of reading ±0.03 K ±0.1 % of reading ±0.2
K
current input
range active: 0...20 mA
passive: -20...+20 mA
accuracy 0.1 % of reading ±10 A
active input Ui = 24 V, Ri = 50 , Pi < 0.5 W, not short circuit proof
passive input Ri = 50 , Pi < 0.3 W
voltage input
range 0...1 V 0...1 V or 0...10 V
accuracy 0.1 % of reading ±1 mV 0...1 V: 0.1 % of reading
±1 mV
0...10 V: 0.1 % of read-
ing
±10 mV
internal resistance Ri = 1 M Ri = 1 M

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FLUXUS G704
M20 (6x)

70.5
10
Ø 4.5 screw holes for wall mount-
287 ing
265

200
163

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213
198.1

M2.5
122.5
129
43.7

222.2
170.5

110
208.25
15

129

dimensions (in mm)

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Transducers
Shear Wave Transducers (for ATEX zone 1)
technical type GDK1N31 GDM1N31 GDG1N31
order code GSK-NA1TS GSM-NA1TS GSG-NA1TS
transducer frequency MHz 0.5 1 0.2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20 20 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 70 30 250
min. recommended mm 80 40 380
max. recommended mm 500 80 810
max. extended mm 720 120 1100
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 5 2.5 14
max. mm - - -
material
housing PEEK with stainless steel PEEK with
stainless steel 316 Ti (1.4571) stainless steel
cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PEEK PEEK PEEK
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 2549 2549 2549
length m 5 4 5
dimensions
length l mm 126.5 60 129.5
width b mm 50 30 50
height h mm 53.5 33.5 64
dimensional drawing
h

h
h

l l l
b

b
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +130 +130 +130

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technical type GDK1N31 GDM1N31 GDG1N31

explosion protection
transducer GSK-NA1TS GSM-NA1TS GSG-NA1TS
zone 1 1 1
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -40 -20 -40
max. °C +180 +120 +180
A marking 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G
T Ex q II T6...T3 EEx m II T6...T4 Ex q II T6...T3
E Ta -40...+180 °C Ta -20...+120 °C Ta -40...+180 °C
X II 2D Ex tD II 2D Ex tD
A21 IP65 TX A21 IP65 TX
certification IBExU04ATEX IBExU98ATEX IBExU04ATEX
1011 X 1012 X 1011 X
type of protection powder filling encapsulation powder filling
transducer shoe - - -
necessary
1
depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N2, compressed air
2 shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diagonal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/s

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Shear Wave Transducers (for ATEX zone 1)

technical type GDP1N31 GDQ1N31
order code GSP-NA1TS GSQ-NA1TS
transducer frequency MHz 2 4
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 15
min. recommended mm 20
max. recommended mm 40
max. extended mm 60
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 1.5
max. mm -
material
housing stainless steel stainless steel
316 Ti (1.4571) 316 Ti (1.4571)
contact surface PEEK PEEK
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 2549 2549
length m 4 3
dimensions
length l mm 60 60
width b mm 30 30
height h mm 33.5 33.5
dimensional drawing
h

l l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40
max. °C +130 +130

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technical type GDP1N31 GDQ1N31

explosion protection
transducer GSP-NA1TS GSQ-NA1TS
zone 1 1
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -20 -20
A max. °C +120 +120
T marking 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G
E EEx m II T6...T4 EEx m II T6...T4
X Ta -20...+120 °C Ta -20...+120 °C
certification IBExU98ATEX IBExU98ATEX
1012 X 1012 X
type of protection encapsulation encapsulation
transducer shoe - -
necessary
1 depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N , compressed air
2
2
shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diagonal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/s

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Shear Wave Transducers (for ATEX zone 1, IP 68)

technical type GDK1LI1 GDM2LI1 GDP2LI1 GDG1LI1
order code GSK-NA1TS/ GSM-NA1TS/ GSP-NA1TS/ GSG-NA1TS/
IP68 IP68 IP68 IP68
transducer frequency MHz 0.5 1 2 0.2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20 20 20 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 70 30 15 250
min. recommended mm 80 40 20 380
max. recommended mm 500 80 40 810
max. extended mm 720 120 60 1100
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 5 2.5 1.5 14
max. mm - - - -
material
housing PEEK with PEEK with PEEK with PEEK with
stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel
cap316Ti cap316Ti cap316Ti cap316Ti
(1.4571) (1.4571) (1.4571) (1.4571)
contact surface PEEK PEEK PEEK PEEK
degree of protection IP 68 IP 68 IP 68 IP 68
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 2550 2550 2550 2550
length m 12 12 12 12
dimensions
length l mm 128.5 70 70 128.5
width b mm 50 28 28 50
height h mm 72 42 42 75
dimensional drawing
h

h
h

l l l
l
b

b
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40 -40
max. °C +100 +100 +100 +100

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technical type GDK1LI1 GDM2LI1 GDP2LI1 GDG1LI1

explosion protection
transducer GSK-NA1TS/ GSM-NA1TS/ GSP-NA1TS/ GSG-NA1TS/
IP68 IP68 IP68 IP68
zone 1 1 1 1
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -55 -55 -55 -55
max. °C +180 +180 +180 +180
A marking 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G
T Ex q II T6...T3 Ex q II T6...T3 Ex q II T6...T3 Ex q II T6...T3
E Ta -55...+180 °C Ta -55...+180 °C Ta -55...+180 °C Ta -55...+180 °C
X II 2D Ex tD II 2D Ex tD II 2D Ex tD II 2D Ex tD
A21 IP68 TX A21 IP68 TX A21 IP68 TX A21 IP68 TX
certification IBExU07ATEX IBExU07ATEX IBExU07ATEX IBExU07ATEX
1168 X 1168 X 1168 X 1168 X
type of protection powder filling powder filling powder filling powder filling
transducer shoe x x x x
necessary
1 depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N , compressed air
2
2 shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diagonal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/s

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Shear Wave Transducers (for ATEX zone 1/2 (gas/dust), high temperature)
technical type GDM2E85 GDP2E85
order code GSM-EA1TS GSP-EA1TS
transducer frequency MHz 1 2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 30 15
min. recommended mm 40 20
max. recommended mm 80 40
max. extended mm 120 60
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 2.5 1.5
max. mm - -
material
housing PI with stain- PI with stain-
less steel less steel
cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PI PI
degree of protection IP 56 IP 56
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 6111 6111
length m 4 4
dimensions
length l mm 69.5 69.5
width b mm 32.5 32.5
height h mm 61 61
dimensional drawing
h

l l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -30 -30
max. °C +200 +200

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technical type GDM2E85 GDP2E85

explosion protection
transducer GSM-EA1TS GSP-EA1TS
zone 1 1
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -45 -45
max. °C +225 +225
A marking 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G
T Ex eq II T6...T2 Ex eq II T6...T2
E Ta -45...+225 °C Ta -45...+225 °C
X II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD
A22 IP56 TX A22 IP56 TX
certification IBExU07ATEX IBExU07ATEX
1168 X 1168 X
type of protection powder filling powder filling
transducer shoe x x
necessary
1
depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N2, compressed air
2 shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diago-
nal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/s

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Shear Wave Transducers (for ATEX zone 2, FM or without Explosion Protection)

technical type GDK1N52 GDM1N52 GDP1N52 GDG1N52
order code GSK-NA2TS GSM-NA2TS GSP-NA2TS GSG-NA2TS
GSK-NF2TS GSM-NF2TS GSP-NF2TS GSG-NF2TS
GSK-NNNTS GSM-NNNTS GSP-NNNTS GSG-NNNTS
transducer frequency MHz 0.5 1 2 0.2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20 20 20 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 70 30 15 250
min. recommended mm 80 40 20 380
max. recommended mm 500 80 40 810
max. extended mm 720 120 60 1100
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 5 2.5 1.5 14
max. mm - - - -
material
housing PEEK with stainless steel stainless steel PEEK with
stainless steel 304 (1.4301) 304 (1.4301) stainless steel
cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PEEK PEEK PEEK PEEK
degree of protection IP 67 IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 1699 1699 1699 1699
length m 5 4 4 5
dimensions
length l mm 126.5 60 60 129.5
width b mm 47 30 30 47
height h mm 55.9 33.5 33.5 66.4
dimensional drawing
h

h
h

l l l l
b

b
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40 -40
max. °C +130 +130 +130 +130

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technical type GDK1N52 GDM1N52 GDP1N52 GDG1N52

explosion protection
transducer GSK-NA2TS GSM-NA2TS GSP-NA2TS GSG-NA2TS
zone 2 2 2 2
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -55 -20 -20 -55
max. °C +190 +130 +130 +190
marking II 3G II 3G II 3G II 3G
A Ex nA II T6...T3 Ex nA II T6...T4 Ex nA II T6...T4 Ex nA II T6...T3
T Ta -55...+190 °C Ta -20...+130 °C Ta -20...+130 °C Ta -55...+190 °C
E II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD
X A22 IP67 TX A22 IP67 TX A22 IP67 TX A22 IP67 TX
certification - - - -
type of protection non sparking, non sparking, non sparking, non sparking,
protection by protection by protection by protection by
enclosure enclosure enclosure enclosure
transducer shoe x - - x
necessary
transducer GSK-NF2TS GSM-NF2TS GSP-NF2TS GSG-NF2TS
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40 -40
F max. °C +125 +125 +125 +125
M marking NI/Cl. I, II, III/ NI/Cl. I, II, III/ NI/Cl. I, II, III/ NI/Cl. I, II, III/
Div. 2/Gp A-G/ Div. 2/Gp A-G/ Div. 2/Gp A-G/ Div. 2/Gp A-G/
T4 Ta = 125 °C T4 Ta = 125 °C T4 Ta = 125 °C T4 Ta = 125 °C
type of protection non incendive non incendive non incendive non incendive
1
depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N2, compressed air
2 shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diagonal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/s

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Shear Wave Transducers (for ATEX zone 2 and without Explosion Protection, IP
68)
technical type GDK1LI8 GDM2LI8 GDP2LI8 GDG1LI8
order code GSK-NA2TS/ GSM-NA2TS/ GSP-NA2TS/ GSG-NA2TS/
IP68 IP68 IP68 IP68
GSK-NNNTS/ GSM-NNNTS/ GSP-NNNTS/ GSG-NNNTS/
IP68 IP68 IP68 IP68
transducer frequency MHz 0.5 1 2 0.2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20 20 20 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 70 30 15 250
min. recommended mm 80 40 20 380
max. recommended mm 500 80 40 810
max. extended mm 720 120 60 1100
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 5 2.5 1.5 14
max. mm - - - -
material
housing PEEK with PEEK with PEEK with PEEK with
stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel
cap316Ti cap316Ti cap316Ti cap316Ti
(1.4571) (1.4571) (1.4571) (1.4571)
contact surface PEEK PEEK PEEK PEEK
degree of protection IP 68 IP 68 IP 68 IP 68
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 2550 2550 2550 2550
length m 12 12 12 12
dimensions
length l mm 128.5 70 70 128.5
width b mm 50 28 28 50
height h mm 72 42 42 75
dimensional drawing
h

h
h

l l l l
b

b
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40 -40
max. °C +100 +100 +100 +100

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technical type GDK1LI8 GDM2LI8 GDP2LI8 GDG1LI8

explosion protection
transducer GSK-NA2TS/ GSM-NA2TS/ GSP-NA2TS/ GSG-NA2TS/
IP68 IP68 IP68 IP68
zone 2 2 2 2
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -55 -55 -55 -55
max. °C +90 +90 +90 +90
A marking II 3G II 3G II 3G II 3G
T Ex nA II T6...T5 Ex nA II T6...T5 Ex nA II T6...T5 Ex nA II T6...T5
E Ta -55...+90 °C Ta -55...+90 °C Ta -55...+90 °C Ta -55...+90 °C
X II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD
A22 IP68 TX A22 IP68 TX A22 IP68 TX A22 IP68 TX
certification - - - -
type of protection non sparking, non sparking, non sparking, non sparking,
protection by protection by protection by protection by
enclosure enclosure enclosure enclosure
transducer shoe x x x x
necessary
1 depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N , compressed air
2
2 shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diagonal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/s

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Shear Wave Transducers (without Explosion Protection and with Connection

System AS)
technical type GDK1NZ7 GDM1NZ7 GDP1NZ7 GDG1NZ7
order code GSK-NNNAS GSM-NNNAS GSP-NNNAS GSG-NNNAS
transducer frequency MHz 0.5 1 2 0.2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20 20 20 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 70 30 15 250
min. recommended mm 80 40 20 380
max. recommended mm 500 80 40 810
max. extended mm 720 120 60 1100
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 5 2.5 1.5 14
max. mm - - - -
material
housing PEEK with stainless steel stainless steel PEEK with
stainless steel 304 (1.4301) 304 (1.4301) stainless steel
cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PEEK PEEK PEEK PEEK
degree of protection IP 67 IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 1699 1699 1699 1699
length m 5 4 4 5
dimensions
length l mm 126.5 60 60 129.5
width b mm 47 30 30 47
height h mm 55.9 33.5 33.5 66.4
dimensional drawing
h

h
h

l l l l
b

b
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40 -40
max. °C +130 +130 +130 +130
1
depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N2, compressed air
2
shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diagonal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/s

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Shear Wave Transducers (high temperature, without Explosion Protection and

with Connection System AS)
technical type GDM2EZ7 GDP2EZ7
order code GSM-ENNAS GSP-ENNAS
transducer frequency MHz 1 2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 30 15
min. recommended mm 40 20
max. recommended mm 80 40
max. extended mm 120 60
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 2.5 1.5
max. mm - -
material
housing PI with stain- PI with stain-
less steel less steel
cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PI PI
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 6111 6111
length m 4 4
dimensions
length l mm 69.5 69.5
width b mm 32.5 32.5
height h mm 61 61
dimensional drawing
h

l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -30 -30
max. °C +200 +200
1
depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N2, compressed air
2
shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diagonal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/ss

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Shear Wave Transducers (high temperature, for ATEX zone 2 or without Explo-
sion Protection)
technical type GDM2E52 GDP2E52 GDQ2E52
order code GSM-EA2TS GSP-EA2TS GSQ-EA2TS
GSM-ENNTS GSP-ENNTS
transducer frequency MHz 1 2 4
medium pressure1
min. extended bar 20 20
min. bar metal pipe: 30 metal pipe: 30
plastic pipe: 1 plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 30 15
min. recommended mm 40 20
max. recommended mm 80 40
max. extended mm 120 60
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 2.5 1.5
max. mm - -
material
housing PI with stain- PI with stain- PI with stain-
less steel less steel less steel
cap304 cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PI PI PI
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 6111 6111 6111
length m 4 4 3
dimensions
length l mm 69.5 69.5 39
width b mm 32.5 32.5 18
height h mm 61 61 24.5
dimensional drawing
h

l l l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -30 -30 -30
max. °C +200 +200 +200

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technical type GDM2E52 GDP2E52 GDQ2E52

explosion protection
transducer GSM-EA2TS GSP-EA2TS GSQ-EA2TS
zone 2 2 2
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -45 -45 -45
max. °C +235 +235 +235
A marking II 3G II 3G II 3G
T Ex nA II T6...T2 Ex nA II T6...T2 Ex nA II T6...T2
E Ta -45...+235 °C Ta -45...+235 °C Ta -45...+235 °C
X certification - - -
type of protection non sparking, non sparking, non sparking,
protection by protection by protection by
enclosure enclosure enclosure
transducer shoe x x x
necessary
1 depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N , compressed air
2
2
shear wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended/max. extended: in diagonal mode and for
a flow velocity of 15 m/s

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Lamb Wave Transducers (for ATEX Zone 1)

technical type GRH1N33 GRK1N33 GRG1N33
order code GLH-NA1TS GLK-NA1TS GLG-NA1TS
transducer frequency MHz 0.3 0.5 0.2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar metal pipe: 10 metal pipe: metal pipe: 10
10 (> DN 120)
5 (< DN 120)
min. bar metal pipe: 15 metal pipe: metal pipe: 15
plastic pipe: 1 15 (> DN 120) plastic pipe: 1
10 (< DN 120)
plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 120 60 190
min. recommended mm 140 80 220
max. recommended mm 600 300 900
max. extended mm 1000 500 1600
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 7 4 11
max. mm 15 9 23
material
housing PPSU withwith PPSU with PPSU with
stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel
cap304 cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PPSU PPSU PPSU
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 2549 2549 2549
length m 5 5 5
dimensions
length l mm 128.5 128.5 128.5
width b mm 50 50 50
height h mm 67.5 67.5 67.5
dimensional drawing
h

l l l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +170 +170 +170

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technical type GRH1N33 GRK1N33 GRG1N33

explosion protection
transducer GLH-NA1TS GLK-NA1TS GLG-NA1TS
zone 1 1 1
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +140 +140 +140
A marking 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G
T Ex q II T6...T3 Ex q II T6...T3 Ex q II T6...T3
E Ta -40...+140 °C Ta -40...+140 °C Ta -40...+140 °C
X II 2D Ex tD II 2D Ex tD II 2D Ex tD
A21 IP65 TX A21 IP65 TX A21 IP65 TX
certification IBExU04ATEX IBExU04ATEX IBExU04ATEX
1011 X 1011 X 1011 X
type of protection powder filling powder filling powder filling
transducer shoe - - -
necessary
1
depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N2, compressed air
2 Lamb wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended: in reflection mode and for a flow velocity
of 15 m/s
pipe diameter max. extended: in diagonal mode and for a flow velocity of 25 m/s

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Lamb Wave Transducers (for ATEX Zone 1)

technical type GRM1N83 GRP1N83 GRQ1N83
order code GLM-NA1TS GLP-NA1TS GLQ-NA1TS
transducer frequency MHz 1 2 4
medium pressure1
min. extended bar - - -
min. bar metal pipe: metal pipe: metal pipe:
10 (> DN 60) 10 (> DN 35) 10 (> DN 15)
5 (< DN 60) 5 (< DN 35) 5 (< DN 15)
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 30 15 7
min. recommended mm 40 20 10
max. recommended mm 90 50 22
max. extended mm 150 70 35
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 2 1 0.5
max. mm 5 3 1
material
housing PPSU with PPSU withwith PPSU with
stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel
cap304 cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PPSU PPSU PPSU
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 1699 1699 1699
length m 4 4 3
dimensions
length l mm 74 74 42
width b mm 28 28 18
height h mm 42.9 42.9 25.5
dimensional drawing
h

l
l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +170 +170 +170

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technical type GRM1N83 GRP1N83 GRQ1N83

explosion protection
transducer GLM-NA1TS GLP-NA1TS GLQ-NA1TS
zone 1 1 1
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -55 -55 -55
max. °C +140 +140 +140
A marking 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G 0044; II 2G
T Ex eq II T6...T3 Ex eq II T6...T3 Ex eq II T6...T3
E Ta -55...+140 °C Ta -55...+140 °C Ta -55...+140 °C
X II 2D Ex tD II 2D Ex tD II 2D Ex tD
A21 IP65 TX A21 IP65 TX A21 IP65 TX
certification IBExU07ATEX IBExU07ATEX IBExU07ATEX
1168 X 1168 X 1168 X
type of protection powder filling powder filling powder filling
transducer shoe x x x
necessary
1
depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N2, compressed air
2 Lamb wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended: in reflection mode and for a flow velocity
of 15 m/s
pipe diameter max. extended: in diagonal mode and for a flow velocity of 25 m/s

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Lamb Wave Transducers (for ATEX Zone 2, FM or without Explosion Protection)

technical type GRH1N52 GRK1N52 GRG1N52
order code GLH-NA2TS GLK-NA2TS GLG-NA2TS
GLH-NF2TS GLK-NF2TS GLG-NF2TS
GLH-NNNTS GLK-NNNTS GLG-NNNTS
transducer frequency MHz 0.3 0.5 0.2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar metal pipe: 10 metal pipe: metal pipe: 10
10 (> DN 120),
5 (< DN 120)
min. bar metal pipe: 15 metal pipe: metal pipe: 15
plastic pipe: 1 15 (> DN 120), plastic pipe: 1
10 (< DN 120)
plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 120 60 190
min. recommended mm 140 80 220
max. recommended mm 600 300 900
max. extended mm 1000 500 1600
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 7 4 11
max. mm 15 9 23
material
housing PPSU with PPSU with PPSU with
stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel
cap304 cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PPSU PPSU PPSU
degree of protection IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 1699 1699 1699
length m 5 5 5
dimensions
length l mm 128.5 128.5 128.5
width b mm 47 47 47
height h mm 69.9 69.9 69.9
dimensional drawing
h

l l l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +170 +170 +170

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technical type GRH1N52 GRK1N52 GRG1N52

explosion protection
transducer GLH-NA2TS GLK-NA2TS GLG-NA2TS
zone 2 2 2
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -55 -55 -55
max. °C +150 +150 +150
marking II 3G Ex II 3G Ex II 3G Ex
A nA II T6...T3 nA II T6...T3 nA II T6...T3
T Ta -55...+150 °C Ta -55...+150 °C Ta -55...+150 °C
E II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD
X A22 IP67 TX A22 IP67 TX A22 IP67 TX
certification - - -
type of protection non sparking, non sparking, non sparking,
protection by protection by protection by
enclosure enclosure enclosure
transducer shoe x x x
necessary
transducer GLH-NF2TS GLK-NF2TS GLG-NF2TS
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
F max. °C +125 +125 +125
M marking NI/Cl. I, II, III/ NI/Cl. I, II, III/ NI/Cl. I, II, III/
Div. 2/Gp A-G/ Div. 2/Gp A-G/ Div. 2/Gp A-G/
T4 Ta = 125 °C T4 Ta = 125 °C T4 Ta = 125 °C
type of protection non incendive non incendive non incendive
1 depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N , compressed air
2
2 Lamb wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended: in reflection mode and for a flow velocity
of 15 m/s
pipe diameter max. extended: in diagonal mode and for a flow velocity of 25 m/s

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Lamb Wave Transducers (for ATEX Zone 2 or without Explosion Protection)

technical type GRM1N52 GRP1N52 GRQ1N52
order code GLM-NA2TS GLP-NA2TS GLQ-NA2TS
GLM-NNNTS GLP-NNNTS GLQ-NNNTS
transducer frequency MHz 1 2 4
medium pressure1
min. extended bar - - -
min. bar metal pipe: metal pipe: metal pipe:
10 (> DN 60) 10 (> DN 35) 10 (> DN 15)
5 (< DN 60) 5 (< DN 35) 5 (< DN 15)
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 30 15 7
min. recommended mm 40 20 10
max. recommended mm 90 50 22
max. extended mm 150 70 35
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 2 1 0.5
max. mm 5 3 1
material
housing PPSU with PPSU with PPSU with
stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel
cap304 cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PPSU PPSU PPSU
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 1699 1699 1699
length m 4 4 3
dimensions
length l mm 74 74 42
width b mm 28 28 18
height h mm 42.9 42.9 25.5
dimensional drawing
h

l
l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +170 +170 +170

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technical type GRM1N52 GRP1N52 GRQ1N52

explosion protection
transducer GLM-NA2TS GLP-NA2TS GLQ-NA2TS
zone 2 2 2
explosion protection temperature
min. °C -55 -55 -55
max. °C +150 +150 +150
marking II 3G II 3G II 3G
A Ex nA II T6...T3 Ex nA II T6...T3 Ex nA II T6...T3
T Ta -55...+150 °C Ta -55...+150 °C Ta -55...+150 °C
E II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD II 3D Ex tD
X A22 IP67 TX A22 IP67 TX A22 IP67 TX
certification - - -
type of protection non sparking, non sparking, non sparking,
protection by protection by protection by
enclosure enclosure enclosure
transducer shoe x x x
necessary
1 depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N , compressed air
2
2
Lamb wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended: in reflection mode and for a flow velocity
of 15 m/s
pipe diameter max. extended: in diagonal mode and for a flow velocity of 25 m/s

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Lamb Wave Transducers (without Explosion Protection and with Connection System AS)

technical type GRH1NC3 GRK1NC3 GRG1NC3

order code GLH-NNNAS GLK-NNNAS GLG-NNNAS

transducer frequency MHz 0.3 0.5 0.2

medium pressure1
min. extended bar metal pipe: 10 metal pipe: metal pipe: 10
10 (> DN 120)
5 (< DN 120)
min. bar metal pipe: 15 metal pipe: metal pipe: 15
plastic pipe: 1 15 (> DN 120) plastic pipe: 1
10 (< DN 120)
plastic pipe: 1
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 120 60 190
min. recommended mm 140 80 220
max. recommended mm 600 300 900
max. extended mm 1000 500 1600
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 7 4 11
max. mm 15 9 23
material
housing PPSU with PPSU with PPSU with
stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel
cap304 cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PPSU PPSU PPSU
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 1699 1699 1699
length m 5 5 5
dimensions
length l mm 128.5 128.5 128.5
width b mm 47 47 47
height h mm 69.9 69.9 69.9
dimensional drawing
h

l l l
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +170 +170 +170
1 depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N , compressed air
2
2 Lamb wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended: in reflection mode and for a flow velocity
of 15 m/s
pipe diameter max. extended: in diagonal mode and for a flow velocity of 25 m/s

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Lamb Wave Transducers (without Explosion Protection and with Connection Sys-
tem AS)
technical type GRM1NC3 GRQ1NC3 GRP1NC3
order code GLM-NNNAS GLQ-NNNAS GLP-NNNAS
transducer frequency MHz 1 4 2
medium pressure1
min. extended bar - - -
min. bar metal pipe: metal pipe: metal pipe:
10 (> DN 60) 10 (> DN 15) 10 (> DN 35)
5 (< DN 60) 5 (< DN 15) 5 (< DN 35)
outer pipe diameter2
min. extended mm 30 7 15
min. recommended mm 40 10 20
max. recommended mm 90 22 50
max. extended mm 150 35 70
pipe wall thickness
min. mm 2 0.5 1
max. mm 5 1 3
material
housing PPSU with PPSU with PPSU with
stainless steel stainless steel stainless steel
cap304 cap304 cap304
(1.4301) (1.4301) (1.4301)
contact surface PPSU PPSU PPSU
degree of protection IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
according to EN 60529
transducer cable
type 1699 1699 1699
length m 4 3 4
dimensions
length l mm 74 42 74
width b mm 28 18 28
height h mm 42.9 25.5 42.9
dimensional drawing
h

h
h

l l l
b

b
b

operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +170 +170 +170
1 depending on application, typical value for natural gas, N , compressed air
2
2
Lamb wave transducers:
typical values for natural gas, N2, O2, pipe diameters for other gases on request
pipe diameter min. recommended/max. recommended: in reflection mode and for a flow velocity
of 15 m/s
pipe diameter max. extended: in diagonal mode and for a flow velocity of 25 m/s

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Junction Box
technical type JB01S4E3M JB02 JB03
dimensions see dimensional draw- see dimensional draw- see dimensional draw-
ing ing ing
fixation wall mounting wall mounting wall mounting
option: option: option:
2 " pipe mounting 2 " pipe mounting 2 " pipe mounting
material
housing stainless steel 316L stainless steel 304 stainless steel 304
(1.4404) (1.4301) (1.4301)
gasket silicone silicone silicone
degree of protec- IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
tion according to
EN 60529
operating temperature
min. °C -40 -40 -40
max. °C +80 +80 +80
explosion protection
ATEX zone 1 2 -
marking 0044 II3G Ex nA II -
II2G Ex e mb II T6...T4
(T6)...T4 Ta -40...+80 °C
Ta -40...+(70) 80 °C
II 2D Ex tD A21 IP 67
T 100 °C
certification IBExU06ATEX1161 - -
type of protection junction box: non sparking -
increased safety
decoupled network:
encapsulation

Dimensions 156
174

wall mounting
holder

Ø
70 9
2
119 163.5

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2 " Pipe Mounting Kit (option)

Terminal Assignment
JB01
Transducers
terminal strip KL1
terminal connection
V signal
T V T V S T G T G T R S T R V V S R S R VS shield
K L 2 K L 1 RS shield
R signal

Extension Cable (Flowmeter)

terminal strip KL2
terminal connection
TV signal
TVS shield
TRS shield
TR signal

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JB02, JB03
Transducers
terminal connection
XV SMB connector
XR SMB connector
T V T V S T G T G T R S T R

K L 2
Extension Cable (Flowmeter)
X V X R

terminal strip KL2

terminal connection
TV signal
TVS shield
TRS shield
TR signal

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Technical Data
Damping Mats (Option)
Damping mats will be used for the gas measurement to reduce noise influences on the
measurement.
Transducer damping mats will be installed below the transducers.
Pipe damping mats will be installed at reflection points, e.g. flange, welding.

transducer damping mat pipe damping mat

b
D l

D - outer pipe diameter

diagonal mode reflection mode

Selection of Damping Mats

type description outer pipe dimensions transducer tempera- remark
diameter lxbxh frequency ture
mm mm G H K M P °C
transducer damping mat
C self-adhesive, for < 80 450 x 115 x 0.5 - - - x x -25...+60
stationary installati-  80 900 x 230 x 0.5 - - x x -
on
900 x 230 x 1.3 x x - - -
pipe damping mat
B self-adhesive, for l x 100 x 0.9 x x x x x -35...+50 l - see
stationary installati- table
on below

Pipe Damping Mat Type B: Length l Depending on Transducer Fre-

quency and Outer Pipe Diameter
outer pipe diameter transducer frequency
mm G, H K, M, P
100 2m 1m
200 6m 3m
300 12 m 6m
500 32 m 16 m
1000 126 m 63 m

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Units of Measurement

standard/ flow mass flow totalizers sound heat heat flow

operating velocity volume mass velocity quantity
volume
flow
m3/d m/s kg/h m3 g m/s J kW
m3/h cm/s kg/min l kg Wh
m3/min inch/s g/s gal t
m3/s fps t/d
ml/min t/h
l/h lb/d
l/min lb/h
l/s lb/min
hl/h lb/s
hl/min
hl/s
Ml/d
bbl/d
bbl/h
bbl/m
USgpd
USgph
USgpm
USgps
MGD
CFD
CFH
CFM
CFS

1 US gallon = 3.78 l
1 barrel = 42 US gallons = 158.76 l

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volume flow volume

V o lu m e n flu s s V o l u flow
m e n flu s s

g a l/ m in
l/ m in

m 3 /h

b b l/ d
l/ s

10 5

10 4

10 5 10 6

0 0
10
10 3
DN 0
80
DN 10 4

0
60
DN 05 0
10 3
DN 0
40 10 5
10 4
DN
0
100 30
DN 250
ND 10 3
0
20
DN
0
100 15
DN
10 3 10 4

1 00
10 DN
8 0
DN 100
6 5
DN
10 50
DN
100 10 3

1 30
DN
10

10 100

0 ,1
1

0 ,1 1 10
flow
S t r ö velocity
m u n g s [m/s]
g e sc h w in d ig k e it (m / s )

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volume flow volume

V o lu m e n flu s s 0 0 V o l uflow
m e n flu s s
1 0
D N 08 0
g a l/ m in

D N 0

m 3 / h
b b l/ d

l/ m in
6 0
0

l/ s
D N 5 0
1 0 D N
5
0
4 0
D N 0
3 0 1 0 4
0
1 0 6 D N 2 5 1 0 5
D N 02 0
D N 1 0 3
0
1 0 4 1 5
D N
0
1 0 1 0 3

D N
1 0 5
8 0 1 0 4
D N 6 5
D N 1 0 0
1 0 3 5 0
D N

3 0 1 0 0
1 0 4 D N
1 0 3

1 0
1 0 0

1 0
1 0 3
1 0 0

1
1 0

1
1 0 0 1 0

0 ,1
1

1 1 0 1 0 0
S t r ö velocity
flow m u n g s g [m/s]
e s c h w in d ig k e it (ft/ s )

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Program Branch PARAMETER

main menu: selection of the program branch

>PAR< mea opt sf
PARAMETER
Parameter

selection of a measuring channel (A, B) or of

Parameter 
a calculation channel (Y, Z)
for Channel A:
This display will not be indicated, if the flow-
meter has only one measuring channel.

When a measuring channel is selected (A, B)

input of the outer pipe diameter

Outer Diameter
100.0 mm

input of the pipe circumference

Pipe Circumfer.
314.2 m m This display is indicated only, if PIPE CIR-
CUMFER. has been activated in SPECIAL
FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\DIALOGS/
MENUS and OUTER DIAMETER = 0 has been
entered.

input of the pipe wall thickness

Wall Thickness
3.0 mm default: 3 mm

selection of the pipe material

Pipe Material 
Carbon Steel

input of the sound velocity of the pipe materi-

c-Material
al
3230.0 m/s
range: 600...6553.5 m/s
This display is indicated only if OTHER MA-
TERIAL has been selected.

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selection whether the pipe is lined

Lining
no >YES<

selection of the lining material

Lining 
Bitumen This display is indicated only if LINING = YES
has been selected.

input of the sound velocity of the lining mate-

c-Material
rial
3200.0 m/s
range: 600...6553.5 m/s
This display is indicated only if OTHER MA-
TERIAL has been selected.

input of the liner thickness

Liner Thickness
3.0 mm default: 3 mm

input of the roughness of the inner pipe wall

Roughness
0.4 mm range: 0...5 mm
default: 0.1 mm (for steel as pipe material)

selection of the medium

Medium 
natural gas

input of the min. sound velocity of the medi-

c-Medium MIN
um
1400.0 m/s
range: 200...3500 m/s
This display is indicated only if OTHER ME-
DIUM has been selected.

input of the max. sound velocity of the medi-

c-Medium MAX
um
1550.0 m/s
This display is indicated only if OTHER ME-
DIUM has been selected.

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input of the kinematic viscosity of the medium

kinem. Viscosity
1.00 mm2/s range: 0.01...30 000 mm2/s
This display is indicated only if OTHER ME-
DIUM or NATURAL GAS has been selected.

input of the operating density of the medium

Density
60.00 kg/m3 range: 0.1...20 000 kg/m3, if SPECIAL
FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASUR-
ING\GAS-MEASURING is activated or
0.01...20 g/cm3, if SPECIAL FUNC-
TION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASURING\
GAS-MEASURING is deactivated
This display is indicated only if OTHER ME-
DIUM or NATURAL GAS has been selected.

input of the gas compressibility factor

Gas compr.factor
1.000 factor range: 0.001...2
This display is indicated only if OTHER ME-
DIUM or NATURAL GAS has been selected.

input of the medium temperature

Medium Temperat.
20.0 C default: 20 °C

input of the medium pressure

Fluid Pressure
60.00 bar range: 1...600 bar
This display is indicated only if GAS-MEA-
SURING in SPECIAL FUNCTIONS\SYSTEM
SETTINGS\MEASURING is activated or if the
GAS-MEASURING is deactivated and FLUID
PRESSURE in SPECIAL FUNCTIONS\SYS-
TEM SETTINGS\DIALOGS/MENUS has been
activated.

selection of the transducer type

Transducer Type 
Standard This display will be indicated only if no or spe-
cial transducers are connected.

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input of the length of an extension cable

Additional cable
65.0 m

When a calculation channel is selected (Y, Z)

Calculation channels are only available if the flowmeter has more than one
measuring channel.

display of the current calculation function

Calculation:
Y= A - B

selection of the calculation function

>CH1< funct ch2 
A - B

Program Branch MEASURING

main menu: selection of the program branch

par >MEA< opt sf
MEASURING
Measuring

activation of the channels

CHANN: >A< B Y Z
MEASUR  - . This display will not be indicated, if the flow-
meter has only one measuring channel.

input of the measuring point number

Meas. Point No.:
1 () This display is indicated only if OUTPUT OP-
TIONS/STORE MEAS.DATA and/or SERIAL
OUTPUT has been activated.

activating/deactivating the flow profile correc-

A: PROFILE CORR.
tion
>NO< yes
This display is indicated only if UNCORR. has
been selected in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYS-
TEM SETTINGS\MEASURING\FLOW VE-
LOCITY.

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input of the number of sound paths

A: Sound Path
2 NUM

display of the transducer distance to be ad-

Transd. Distance
justed between the inner edges of the trans-
A:54 mm Reflec ducers

Program Branch OUTPUT OPTIONS

main menu: selection of the program branch

par mea >OPT< sf
OUTPUT OPTIONS
Output Options

selection of the channel whose output op-

Output Options 
tions are to be defined
for Channel A:

selection of the physical quantity

Physic. Quant. 
Volume(oper.)

selection of the unit of measurement for the

Volume in 
physical quantity
m3/h

activation of a temperature input

Temperature T1
no >YES< This display is indicated only if the tempera-
ture input T1 has been linked to the measur-
ing channel in SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYS-
TEM SETTINGS\PROC. INPUTS\LINK
TEMPERATURE

activation of a current input for an external

INPUT I1
temperature probe
no >YES<
This display is indicated only if input I1 has
been linked to the measuring channel in SPE-
CIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\
PROC. INPUTS\LINK OTHER INP.

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input of the duration over which a floating av-

Damping
erage of the measured values has to be de-
10 s termined
range: 1...100 s

activation of the data memory

Store Meas.Data
no >YES<

activation of the measured value output via

Serial Output
the serial interface to a PC or a printer
no >YES<

selection of the storage rate for storing mea-

Storage Rate 
sured values in the data memory
once per 10 sec.
This display is indicated only if OUTPUT OP-
TIONS/STORE MEAS.DATA and/or SERIAL
OUTPUT has been activated.

input of the storage rate if EXTRA has been

Storage Rate
selected in the previous display
1 s
range: 1...43 200 s (= 12 h)

Current Loop

activation of a current output

Current Loop
I1: no >YES< This display is indicated only if the current
output has been installed in SPECIAL FUNC-
TION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC. OUT-
PUTS.

selection whether the sign of the measured

Meas.Values
values is to be considered for the output
>ABSOLUT< sign
This display is indicated only if CURRENT
LOOP has been activated.

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input of the lowest/highest measured value to

Zero-Scale Val.
be expected for the current output
0.00 m3/ h
These values will be assigned to the lower/
upper limit of the output range.
Full-Scale Val. These displays are indicated only if CURRENT
300.00 m3/ h LOOP has been activated.

input of the error value delay, i.e. of the time

Error-val. delay
interval after which the value entered for the
10 s error output will be transmitted to the output if
no valid measured values are available
This display is indicated only if ERROR-VAL.
DELAY is activated in SPECIAL FUNC-
TION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\DIALOGS/
MENUS (= EDIT)

Pulse Output

activation of a pulse output

Pulse Output
B1: no >YES< This display is indicated only if a pulse output
has been installed in SPECIAL FUNC-
TION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC. OUT-
PUTS

input of the pulse value (totalizer value at

Pulse Value
which a pulse will be emitted)
0.01 m3
This display is indicated only if PULSE OUT-
PUT has been activated.

input of the pulse width

Pulse Width
100 ms range: 1 or 80...1000 ms
This display is indicated only if PULSE OUT-
PUT has been activated.

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Alarm Output

activation of an alarm output

Alarm Output
no >YES< This display is indicated only if an alarm out-
put has been installed in SPECIAL FUNC-
TION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC. OUT-
PUTS.

selection of the switching condition (FUNC), of

R1=FUNC<typ mode
the holding behavior (TYP) and of the switch-
Function: MAX ing function (MODE) of the alarm output
This display is indicated only if ALARM OUT-
PUT has been activated.

selection of the physical quantity to be moni-

R1 Input: 
tored
Volume(oper.)
This display is indicated only for R1 if ALARM
OUTPUT has been activated.

input of the upper limit of the physical quanti-

High Limit
ty to be monitored
-10.00 m3/h
This display is indicated only if ALARM OUT-
PUT has been activated and MAX has been
selected as switching condition.

input of the lower limit of the physical quantity

Low Limit
to be monitored
-10.00 m3/h
This display is indicated only if ALARM OUT-
PUT has been activated and MIN has been
selected as switching condition.

input of the limit for the totalizer of the physi-

Quantity Limit
cal quantity to be monitored
1.00 m3
This display is indicated only if ALARM OUT-
PUT has been activated and QUANTITY has
been selected as switching condition.

input of the hysteresis for the lower or upper

R1 Hysteresis:
limit
1.00 m3/h
This display is indicated only if ALARM OUT-
PUT has been activated and MIN or MAX has
been selected as switching condition.

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Program Branch SPECIAL FUNCTION

main menu: selection of the program branch

par mea opt >SF<
SPECIAL FUNCTION
Special Function

SYSTEM SETTINGS

selection of SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM

Special Funct. 
SETTINGS
SYSTEM settings

SYSTEM SETTINGS\SET CLOCK

selection of the displays for the input of date

SYSTEM settings 
and time
Set Clock

SYSTEM SETTINGS\LIBRARIES

selection of the displays for the management

SYSTEM settings 
of the material and media scroll lists
Libraries

SYSTEM SETTINGS\LIBRARIES\MATERIAL LIST

selection of the displays for the arrangement

Libraries 
of the scroll list for the pipe and lining materi-
Material list als

SYSTEM SETTINGS\LIBRARIES\MEDIUM LIST

selection of the displays for the arrangement

Libraries 
of the media scroll list
Medium list

SYSTEM SETTINGS\LIBRARIES\FORMAT USER-AREA

selection of the displays for the partitioning of

Libraries 
the coefficient memory for storing of user de-
Format USER-AREA fined material and medium properties

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input of the number of user defined materials

Format USER-AREA
Materials: 03

input of the number of user defined media

Format USER-AREA
Media: 03

input of the number of user defined data sets

Format USER-AREA
for the heat flow coefficients
Heat-Coeffs: 00

input of the number of user defined data sets

Format USER-AREA
for the steam coefficients
Steam-Coeffs: 00

input of the number of user defined data sets

Format USER-AREA
for the concentration coefficients
Concentrat.: 00

display of the occupancy of the coefficient

USER-AREA:
memory
52% used

confirmation of the selected partition

Format NOW?
no >YES<

coefficient memory is being partitioned

FORMATTING ...
...

SYSTEM SETTINGS\LIBRARIES\EXTENDED LIBRARY

selection of the displays for the activation of

Libraries 
the extended library
Extended Library

activation of the extended library

Extended Library
off >ON<

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SYSTEM SETTINGS\DIALOGS/MENUS

selection of the displays for activation/deacti-

SYSTEM settings 
vation or setting of menu items in the other
Dialogs/Menus program branches

activation of the menu item for the input of the x

Pipe Circumfer.
pipe circumference in the program branch
off >ON< PARAMETER

activation of the menu item for the input of the

Fluid pressure
medium pressure in the program branch PA-
off >ON< RAMETER
This display is indicated only if GAS-MEA-
SURING in SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASUR-
ING has been deactivated.

selection of the input mode for the measuring

Meas. Point No.:
point number in the program branch MEA-
(1234) >()< SURING:
(1234): digits, point, hyphen
(): ASCII editor

setting for the display for the input of the

Transd. Distance
transducer distance in the program branch
auto >USER< MEASURING:
• USER: only the entered transducer distance
will be displayed if the recommended and
the entered transducer distances are iden-
tical
• AUTO: only the recommended transducer
distance will be displayed
recommended adjustment: USER

activation of the menu item for the input of the x

Steam in inlet
supply pressure in the program branch PA-
off >ON< RAMETER for a heat flow measurement of a
liquid medium that can be liquid or vaporous
in the supply line

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activation of the menu item for the input of a

Tx Corr.Offset
correction value (offset) for each temperature
off >ON< input in the program branch MEASURING

selection of the error value delay x

Error-val. delay
damping >EDIT< • DAMPING: the damping factor will be used.
• EDIT: The menu item for the input of the
error value delay in the program branch
OUTPUT OPTIONS will be activated.

activation of the display for the alarm state x

SHOW RELAIS STAT
during measurement
off >ON<

SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC. INPUTS

selection of the displays for the setting of the

SYSTEM settings 
inputs of the flowmeter
Proc. inputs

linking temperature inputs and other inputs to

Proc. inputs 
measuring channels
Link temperature

SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASURING

selection of the displays for the settings of the

SYSTEM settings 
measurement
Measuring

activation of the gas measurement

Gas measuring
off >ON< default: ON

activation of the concentration measurement

Enable Concentr.
(option)
no >YES<

activation of the WaveInjector (option)

Wave Injector
off >ON<

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activation of the display for the difference be-

Compare c-fluid
tween measured and expected sound veloci-
no >YES< ty of a selected reference medium during
measurement

selection whether the flow velocity is dis- x

Flow Velocity
played and output with or without profile cor-
normal >UNCORR.< rection

selection of the input of a lower limit for the x

Cut-off Flow
flow velocity:
absolut >SIGN<
ABSOLUT: independent of the flow direction
SIGN: dependent on the flow direction

activation of the input of a lower limit of the

Cut-off Flow
flow velocity:
factory >USER<
• FACTORY: the default limit of 2.5 cm/s will
be used
• USER: input of a limit

input of the cut-off flow for positive measured

+Cut-off Flow
values
2.5 cm/s
range: 0...12.7 cm/s (0.127 m/s), default: 2.5
cm/s (0.025 m/s)
This display is indicated only if CUT-OFF
FLOW\SIGN and USER have been selected
before.

Input of the cut-off flow for negative mea-

-Cut-off Flow
sured values
-2.5 cm/s
range: -12.7...0 cm/s, default: -2.5 cm/s
This display is indicated only if CUT-OFF
FLOW\SIGN and USER have been selected
before.

Input of the cut-off flow for the absolute value

Cut-off Flow
of the measured values
2.5 cm/s
range: 0...12.7 cm/s, default: 2.5 cm/s
This display is indicated only if CUT-OFF
FLOW\ABSOLUT and USER have been select-
ed before.

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input of an upper limit of the flow velocity x

Velocity limit
0.0 m/s range: 0.1...25.5 m/s
All measured values exceeding the limit will
be marked as outliers.
Input of 0 (zero) switches off the detection for
outliers.

selection of the unit of measurement for the x

Heat Quantity
heat quantity
>[J]< [Wh]

activation of output and storing of the heat x

heat+flow quant.
quantity totalizer values during heat flow
off >ON< measurement

activation of the overflow of the totalizers x

Quant. wrapping
off >ON<

activation of the taking-over of the totalizer x

Quantity recall
values after restart of the measurement
off >ON<

SYSTEM SETTINGS\GAS-MEASURING

selection of the displays for the input of the

SYSTEM settings 
standard conditions for gas measurement
Gas-Measuring
This display is indicated only if SPECIAL
FUNCTION\SYSTEM SETTINGS\MEASUR-
ING\GAS-MEASURING has been activated.

input of the pressure for the local standard

Normal pressure
conditions
1.01325 bar
range: 0.70001...1.30000 bar

input of the temperature for the local standard

Normal temper.
conditions
0.0 C
range: -20.0...+90.0 °C

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SYSTEM SETTINGS\PROC. OUTPUTS

selection of the displays for the setting of the

SYSTEM settings 
outputs of the flowmeter
Proc. outputs

selection of the output to be installed

Install Output 
Current I1

SYSTEM SETTINGS\STORING

selection of the displays for storing of mea-

SYSTEM settings 
sured values in the data memory
Storing

setting of the overflow behavior of the data x

Ringbuffer
memory
off >ON<

selection of the sample mode x

Storage mode
sample >AVERAGE< • SAMPLE: storing and online output of the
displayed measured value
• AVERAGE: storing and online output of the
average of all measured values of a stor-
age interval

setting of the storing behavior of the totalizers x

Quantity Storage
one >BOTH< • ONE: the totalizer value currently displayed
is stored
• BOTH: one value for each flow direction will
be stored

activation of storing of the signal amplitude x

Store Amplitude
off >ON< This value will be stored only if the data mem-
ory is activated.

activation of storing of the sound velocity of x

Store c-Medium
the medium
off >ON<
This value will be stored only if the data mem-
ory is activated.

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activation of storing of the concentration of x

Store Concentr.
the medium
off >ON<
This display is indicated only if SYSTEM
SETTINGS\MEASURING\ENABLE CONCEN-
TR. (option) has been activated.
The value will be stored only if the data mem-
ory is activated.

activation of an acoustic signal for each stor- x

Beep on storage
ing or transmission of a measured value
>ON< off

SYSTEM SETTINGS\SERIAL TRANSMIS.

selection of the displays for the formatting of

SYSTEM settings 
the serial transmission of measured values
serial transmis.

activation of the serial transmission with

SER:kill spaces
blanks
off >ON<

selection of the decimal marker for floating

SER:decimalpoint
point numbers
’.’ >’,’<

selection of the character for column separa-

SER:col-separat.
tion
’;’ >’TAB’<

selection of the serial interface

Send Offline via
RS232 >RS485< default: RS232
This display will be indicated only if the flow-
meter has an RS485 interface.

SYSTEM SETTINGS\NETWORK

change of the settings of the transmission pa-

SYSTEM settings 
rameters
Network

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input of the instrument address

Device adress:
0 ADR

confirmation or change of the transmission

Serial protocol
parameters
default >SETUP<

change of the baud rate, parity or number of

>BAUD< parity st
stop bits
1200 EVEN 1

SYSTEM SETTINGS\MISCELLANEOUS

selection of the display for the setting of the

SYSTEM settings 
contrast
Miscellaneous

setting of the contrast of the display

SETUP DISPLAY
 CONTRAST 

INSTRUM. INFORM.

selection of the displays for information about

Special Function
the flowmeter
Instrum. Inform.

display of type, serial number and available

G70X-XXXXXXXX
data memory
Free: 18327

display of type, serial number and firmware

G70X-XXXXXXXX
version with date (dd - day, mm - month, yy -
V x.xx dd.mm.yy year)

PRINT MEAS.VAL.

selection of the displays for the transmission

Special Function
of stored measured values to a PC
Print Meas.Val.

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start of the measured values transmission

Send HEADER 01
................ This display will be indicated only if measured
values are stored in the data memory and the
flowmeter is connected with the PC by a seri-
al cable.

display of the data transmission progress


................

DELETE MEAS.VAL.

selection of the displays for deleting of stored

Special Function
measured values
Delete Meas.Val.

confirmation for deleting of measured values

Really Delete
no >YES< This display will be indicated only if measured
values are stored in the data memory.

INSTALL MATERIAL

selection of the displays for the input of pipe

Special Function
and lining materials
Install Material

INSTALL MATERIAL with SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SET-

TINGS\LIBRARIES\EXTENDED LIBRARY = OFF

selection whether a user defined material is

Install Material
to be edited or deleted
>EDIT< delete

selection of a user defined material

USER Material 
#01:--not used--

input of a designation for the selected materi-

EDIT TEXT (
al
USER MATERIAL 1

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input of the sound velocity of the material

c-Material
1590.0 m/s range: 600...6553.5 m/s

input of the roughness of the material

Roughness
0.4 mm

INSTALL MATERIAL with SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SET-

TINGS\LIBRARIES\EXTENDED LIBRARY = ON

selection of the function for the temperature

Edit Material 
and pressure dependency of the material
Basics:Y=m*X +n properties

selection of a user defined material

USER Material 
#01:--not used--

confirmation that the properties of the select-

USER MATERIAL 2
ed material are to be edited
>EDIT< delete
This display will be indicated only if the se-
lected material already exists.

input of a designation for the selected materi-

#2: Input Name:
al
USER MATERIAL 2

input of the constants for the transversal

T-SOUNDSP.
sound velocity of the material
1500.0 m/s
The number of constants depends on the
function selected above.

input of the constants for the longitudinal

L-SOUNDSP.
sound velocity of the material
1500.0 m/s
The number of constants depends on the
function selected above.

selection of the sound wave type for the flow

Default soundsp.
measurement
long. >TRANS.<

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input of the roughness of the material

Roughness
0.4 mm

confirmation that the changes are to be

Save changes
stored
no >YES<
This display is indicated only if a new material
has been entered or the properties of an ex-
isting material have been changed.

INSTALL MEDIUM

selection of the displays for the input of me-

Special Function
dia
Install Medium

INSTALL MEDIUM with SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SET-

TINGS\LIBRARIES\EXTENDED LIBRARY = OFF

selection whether a user defined medium is

Install Medium
to be edited or deleted
>EDIT< delete

selection of a user defined medium

USER Medium 
#01:--not used--

input of a designation for the selected medi-

EDIT TEXT (
um
USER MEDIUM 1

input of the min. sound velocity of the medi-

c-Medium MIN
um
1400.0 m/s
range: 800...3500 m/s

input of the max. sound velocity of the medi-

c-Medium MAX
um
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input of the kinematic viscosity of the medium

kinem. Viscosity
1.01 mm2/s range: 0.01...30 000.00 mm2/s

input of the operating density of the medium

Density
60.00 kg/m3

INSTALL MEDIUM with SPECIAL FUNCTION\SYSTEM SET-

TINGS\LIBRARIES\EXTENDED LIBRARY = ON

selection of the function for the temperature

Edit Medium 
and pressure dependency of the medium
Basics:Y=m*X +n properties

selection of a user defined medium

USER Medium 
#01:--not used--

confirmation that the properties of the select-

USER MEDIUM 2
ed medium are to be edited
>EDIT< delete
This display will be indicated only if the se-
lected medium already exists.

input of a designation for the selected medi-

#2: Input Name:
um
USER MEDIUM 2

input of the constants for the longitudinal

SOUNDSPEED
sound velocity of the medium
1500.0 m/s
The number of constants depends on the
function selected above.

input of the kinematic viscosity of the medium

VISCOSITY
1.0 mm2/s

input of the operating density of the medium

DENSITY
1.0 g/cm3

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cold start
resistant

input of the gas compressibility factor

GASFACTOR
0.0

confirmation that the changes are to be

Save changes
stored
no >YES<
This display is indicated only if a new medium
has been entered or the properties of an ex-
isting medium have been changed.

After input of HotCode 071001

input of the lower limit of the inner pipe diam- x

DNmin Q-Sensor
eter for the displayed transducer type
15 mm
range: 3...63 mm

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The following tables provide assistance for the user. The accuracy of the data depends
on the composition, the temperature and the manufacturing process of the material.
FLEXIM does not assume liability for any inaccuracies.

Table C.1: Sound Velocity of Selected Pipe and Lining Materials

at 20 °C
The values of some of these materials are stored in the internal database of the flowme-
ter. In column cflow, the sound velocity (longitudinal or transversal) used for flow mea-
surement is indicated.
material ctrans clong cflow material ctrans clong cflow
[m/s] [m/s] [m/s] [m/s]
aluminum 3100 6300 trans platinum 1670 trans
asbestos 2200 trans polyethylene 925 trans
cement
lead 700 2200 trans polystyrene 1150 trans
bitumen 2500 trans PP 2600 trans
brass 2100 4300 trans PVC 2395 long
carbon steel 3230 5800 trans PVC (hard) 948 trans
copper 2260 4700 trans PVDF 760 2050 long
Cu-Ni-Fe 2510 trans quartz glass 3515 trans
ductile iron 2650 trans rubber 1900 2400 trans
glass 3400 4700 trans silver 1590 trans
grey cast iron 2650 4600 trans Sintimid 2472 long
PE 1950 long stainless steel 3230 5790 trans
Perspex 1250 2730 long Teka PEEK 2537 long
PFA 1185 long Tekason 2230 long
plastics 1120 2000 long titanium 3067 5955 trans

Take into consideration for the measuring task that the sound velocity depends on the
composition and the manufacturing process of the material.
The sound velocity of alloys and cast materials strongly fluctuates. The values serve as
an orientation only.

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Table C.2: Typical Roughness Coefficients of Pipes

The values are based on experience and measurements.
material absolute roughness
[mm]
drawn pipes of non-ferrous metal, 0…0.0015
glass, plastics and light metal
drawn steel pipes 0.01…0.05
fine-planed, polished surface max. 0.01
planed surface 0.01…0.04
rough-planed surface 0.05…0.1
welded steel pipes, new 0.05…0.1
after long use, cleaned 0.15…0.2
moderately rusted, slightly encrusted max. 0.4
heavily encrusted max. 3
cast iron pipes:
bitumen lining > 0.12
new, without lining 0.25…1
rusted 1…1.5
encrusted 1.5…3

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Table C.3: Typical Properties of Selected Media at 20 °C and 1 bar

medium sound velocity kinematic density
viscosity
[m/s] [mm2/s] [g/cm3]
acetone 1190 0.4 0.73
ammonia (NH3) 1386 0.2 0.613
gasoline 1295 0.7 0.88
beer 1482 1.0 0.998
BP Transcal LT 1365 20.1 0.876
BP Transcal N 1365 94.3 0.876
diesel 1210 7.1 0.826
ethanol 1402 1.5 0.795
hydrofluoric acid 50 % 1221 1.0 0.998
hydrofluoric acid 80 % 777 1.0 0.998
glycol 1665 18.6 1.11
20 % glycol/H2O 1655 1.7 1.0280
30 % glycol/H2O 1672 2.2 1.0440
40 % glycol/H2O 1688 3.3 1.0600
50 % glycol/H2O 1705 4.1 1.0750
ISO VG 100 1487 314.2 0.869
ISO VG 150 1487 539.0 0.869
ISO VG 22 1487 50.2 0.869
ISO VG 220 1487 811.1 0.869
ISO VG 32 1487 78.0 0.869
ISO VG 46 1487 126.7 0.873
ISO VG 68 1487 201.8 0.875
methanol 1119 0.7 0.793
milk 1482 5.0 1.00
Mobiltherm 594 1365 7.5 0.873
Mobiltherm 603 1365 55.2 0.859
NaOH 10 % 1762 2.5 1.114
NaOH 20 % 2061 4.5 1.223
paraffin 248 1468 195.1 0.845
R134 Freon 522 0.2 1.24
R22 Freon 558 0.1 1.213
crude oil, light 1163 14.0 0.813
crude oil, heavy 1370 639.5 0.922
sulphuric acid 30 % 1526 1.4 1.177
sulphuric acid 80 % 1538 13.0 1.795
sulphuric acid 96 % 1366 11.5 1.835
juice 1482 1.0 0.998
hydrochloric acid 25 % 1504 1.0 1.118
hydrochloric acid 37 % 1511 1.0 1.188
sea water 1522 1.0 1.0240
Shell Thermina B 1365 89.3 0.863
silicone oil 1019 14746.6 0.966
SKYDROL 500-B4 1387 21.9 1.0570
SKYDROL 500-LD4 1387 21.9 1.0570
Water 1482 1.0 0.999

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Table C.4: Properties of Methane

medium medium density sound kinematic compressibility
temperature pressure velocity viscosity factor
[°C] [bar] [kg/m3] [m/s] [cSt] (AGA8-DC92)
K
0 40 31.177 415.43 0.358693909 0.9062727
10 29.683 425.18 0.38628171 0.9182674
20 28.354 434.39 0.414403611 0.928556
30 27.159 443.13 0.44309437 0.9374469
40 26.076 451.46 0.472426753 0.9451792
50 25.09 459.43 0.502271821 0.9519414
60 24.186 467.08 0.532704871 0.9578844
70 23.353 474.44 0.563696313 0.9631301
80 22.583 481.54 0.595270779 0.9677784
0 80 68.928 411.41 0.184177693 0.819764
10 64.534 422.6 0.19880993 0.8446627
20 60.824 433.08 0.213649217 0.8656106
30 57.632 442.93 0.228709745 0.883441
40 54.841 452.23 0.24399628 0.8987615
50 52.372 461.06 0.259547086 0.9120284
60 50.164 469.47 0.275336895 0.9235928
70 48.174 477.51 0.291402001 0.9337303
80 46.367 485.22 0.307718852 0.9426606
0 120 111.81 429.84 0.134809051 0.7579655
10 103.24 438.35 0.144178613 0.7919381
20 96.221 447.12 0.153874934 0.8207028
30 90.346 455.84 0.163836805 0.8452495
40 85.332 464.39 0.174014438 0.8663576
50 80.984 472.7 0.184419145 0.8846352
60 77.166 480.75 0.195021123 0.90056
70 73.775 488.53 0.205828533 0.9145109
80 70.737 496.07 0.216831361 0.9267913

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Table C.5: Chemical Resistance of Autotex

Autotex (keyboard) is resistant according to DIN 42115, part 2 against the following
chemicals for a contact time of more than 24 h without visible modification:
• ethanol • nitric acid <10 %
• cyclohexanol • trichloroacetic acid <50 %
• diacetone alcohol • sulphuric acid <10 %
• glycol • drilling emulsion
• isopropanol • diesel oil
• glycerine • varnish
• methanol • paraffin oil
• triacetin • castor oil
• Dowandol DRM/PM • silicone oil
• acetone • turpentine oil substitute
• methyl-ethyl-ketone • Dccon
• Dioxan • plane fuel
• cyclohexanone • gasoline
• MIBK • Water
• isophorone • saltwater
• ammonia <40 % • 1,1,1-trichlorethane
• soda lye <40 % • ethyl acetate
• potassium hydroxide < 30 % • diethyl ether
• alcalicarbonate • N-butyl acetate
• bichromate • amyl acetate
• potassium hexacyanoferrates • butylcellosolve
• acetonitrile • ether
• sodium bisulfate • chlornatron <20 %
• formaldehyde 37…42 % • hydrogen peroxide <25 %
• acetaldehyde • potash soft soap
• aliphatic hydrocarbons • detergent
• Toluol • tensides
• Xylol • softener
• diluent (white spirit) • iron chloride (FeCl2)
• formic acid <50 % • iron chloride (FeCl3)
• acetic acid <50 % • dibutyl phthalate
• phosphoric acid <30 % • dioctyl phthalate
• hydrochloric acid <36 % • sodium carbonate

Autotex is resistant according to DIN 42115, part 2 to acetic acid for a contact time <1 h
without visible damage.
Autotex is not resistant to following chemicals:
• concentrated mineral acids • benzyl alcohol
• concentrated alkaline solutions • methylene chloride
• high pressure steam >100 °C

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