Flow Computer

Device Type
FC2000

Migration Guide
How to exchange FC2000 with
enCore FC1 Devices

FC2000-MG-EN V0.1 2019-08-02 as of 2019-08-15

 Contact

Elster GmbH (manufacturer)

Steinern Straße 19-21

55252 Mainz-Kastel/Germany

Phone: +49 6134 605-0

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.elster-instromet.com

Technical Support Flow Computers and Gas Analyzers

Phone: +49 231 937110-88

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.elster-instromet.com

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Contents
1 Purpose of this document 4
1.1 Background 4
1.2 Applicability 4
1.3 Target Group 4
1.4 Lists with supported Gas Chromatographs and Ultra Sonic Meters 5
1.4.1 Supported Gas Chromatographs 5
1.4.2 Supported Ultrasonic Flow Meters 6

2 Planning the Migration 7

2.1 Analyzing the current FC2000 Setup and corresponding FC1 options 7
2.1.1 Hardware setup 7
2.1.2 Digital Data Communication 11
2.2 Connection diagrams 13
2.2.1 Turbine meter (EEx i): FC2000 Input module vs. FC1 MFE7 input board 13
2.2.2 HART Measurement Transmitter (EEx i): FC2000 Input module vs. FC1 MFE7 input board 14

3 FAQ 15
3.1 enCore FC manual at a Glance 15

4 Technical Data: FC2000 vs. enCore FC1 16

4.1 General information 16

5 Appendix 18

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1 Purpose of this document

1.1 Background
The FC2000 was discontinued on 31.12.2015. At least until end of 2020 Honeywell Elster© provide spare
parts, solutions and service, but after that date we can no longer be guarantee that all spare parts are still
available.

The next generation Flow Computer enCore FC1 (in short FC1) offers a wide range of functionalities and
has proven itself over the last years to be the logical successor for the FC2000. This migration guide aims
to assist you to replace a FC2000 with an enCore FC1.

Purpose of this document is to ...

(1) analyze your current setup (standard configuration only).

(2) find the requirements for the enCore FC1 (hardware configuration).
(3) generally, inform how to perform the migration to an enCore FC1 for a standard application.

1.2 Applicability
Due to the complexity of applications and the difference of the devices this document focuses the following
standard applications:

• Gas: 1-stream: turbine meter with 1 or 2 flow directions

• Gas: 1-stream: ultrasonic flow meter with 1 or 2 flow directions

Special Honeywell support is necessary for special application requirements

Please contact our ⇨ technical support team directly in case you have special requirements,
such as:

− Gas: multi-stream, density or orifice applications

− Liquid applications
− Steam applications
− Wet gas applications
− Station controller applications
− Liquid prover

This document focuses on the hardware setup and does not describe the parameterization nor the
operation of the devices.

Honeywell Elster© will offer a special software configuration service and an on-site migration service.
Please contact your local Honeywell Service team for further details.

1.3 Target Group

This migration guide is directed to people dealing with reinvestigation and qualified electricians in the fields
of switch cabinet construction and maintenance, as well as qualified field and service personnel with
specialized knowledge in device assembly and commissioning.

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1 Purpose of this document

Before you start – knowledge of the enCore FC1 is mandatory!

The approach of the FC2000 and enCore FC1 differ greatly. Therefore, readers of this
document should not only know how flow computers work and how gas is measured in general,
but also be familiar with the modular hardware and software design of enCore devices, its
mounting, commissioning, parameterization and maintenance.

Honeywell Elster© offers general trainings regarding industrial gas metering and special
trainings for the Flow Computer enCore FC1. (⇨ section 4.1 enCore FC manual at a Glance,
p. 15)

If required, please contact your local sales representative:

https://www.elster-instromet.com/en/sales-contacts

1.4 Lists with supported Gas Chromatographs and Ultra Sonic Meters
The enCore FC1 does not support all gas chromatographs (GCs) and Ultrasonic Gas Meters (USMs) that
are supported by the FC2000. Please check the following lists carefully!

1.4.1 Supported Gas Chromatographs

GCs by Modell FC2000 enCore FC

ABB 8000/8100 resp. 8000/8100S
3100 –
8200 –
Daniels 2251
2350
2551
2551 – C7 –
Elster Instromet enCal 2000 –
enCal 3000
enCal (India Software) –
enSonic –
M2000 (GC emulation mode) –
Station Controller 793-7SC –
enCal US Model –
Rosemount GCX –
Siemens Optichrome –
Maxum 2 –
Sitrans C6 –
Sitrans C9 –
Yamatake HGC303 –
Yokogawa G1000 MARK II –
Tabelle 1-1: Supported GCs

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1 Purpose of this document

1.4.2 Supported Ultrasonic Flow Meters

USMs by Modell FC2000 enCore FC

Caldon LEFM380Ci –
Daniels Senor Sonic
Elster Instromet Ultrasonic resp. Q.Sonic
Q.Sonic plus/Q.Sonic max
DigitalFlow Panametrics GM868 –
Panametrics IGM878 –
Krohne Altosonic V12 –
Altosonic V12 – Modicon compatible –
RMG USZ08 –
Sick FLOWSIC 100 –
FLOWSIC 500 –
FLOWSIC 600
Tabelle 1-2: Supported USMs

The FC1 does not support thru-port functionality directly

In case you are using thru-port functionality with the FC2000, you need to use an external
converter like an Adam-4520 in combination with the FC1.

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2 Planning the Migration

2.1 Analyzing the current FC2000 Setup and corresponding FC1 options

2.1.1 Hardware setup

Housing

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options for the FC1

☐ 1/2-unit 19’’ rack – 1/2-unit 19’’ rack

• dimension w/o connectors: • dimension w/o connectors:
128.5 × 213 × 235 mm (H × W × D) 128.5 × 213 × 170 mm (H × W × D)
• max. no. of boards: 5 • max. no. of boards: 7

The housing of the FC2000 is deeper than For a 1:1 migration we recommend the use
enCore FC1! Therefore, all wires on the enCore FC1 in 1/2-unit width.
FC2000 should have a reserve length of
20cm.

– 1/3-unit 19’’ rack

• dimension w/o connectors:
128.5 × 142× 170 mm (H × W × D)
• max. no. of boards: 4

Fig. 2-1: FC2000 is deeper than an FC1

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Mounting

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options with the FC1

☐ 19’’ mounting frame for FC2000 – 19'' rack for cabinet mounting an enCore FC
(for 2 × 1/2-units) (for 2 × 1/2-units or 3 × 1/3-units)

The depth of the 19'' racks of FC2000 and

FC1 differs!
Without connecters, the FC has a depth of
170 mm and the FC2000 235 mm.

☐ panel mounting with mounting brackets – Please contact Elster in this case.

– 19’’ rack for enCore FC devices (without mounting

brackets)

The FC1 housing does not provide

predrilled holes for the mounting brackets.

Fig. 2-2: 2 × mounting brackets screwed directly to both sides

of the FC2000 (in the predrilled holes provided for this
purpose)

– additionally, the FC1 supports wall mounting housing

(only for 1/3-unit)

Fig. 2-3: Wall mounting housing for 1/3-unit

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Standard applications – modules used

Please note that the boards used for FC2000 and enCore FC device series vary regarding the
available interfaces.

In general:

FC2000 modules for standard applications ⇨ Options with the FC1

☐ Turbine gas meter – 1 or 2 flow direction(s) – Turbine meter – 1 or 2 flow direction(s):

1 × MPU 1 × CPU3
1 × PSU
1 × Input (2) 1 × MFE7
1 × Output 1 × MFA8

☐ Ultrasonic flow meter – 1 or 2 flow direction(s): – Ultrasonic flow meter – 1 or 2 flow directions:
1 × MPU 1 × CPU3
1 × PSU
1 × Input (2) 1 × MFE7
1 × Comms
1 × Output board 1 × MFA8

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Modules/boards in detail:

FC2000 modules in detail ⇨ Options with the FC1

☐ PSU and MPU – CPU3

PSU: 1 × Power supply input nominal +24 V DC (20.4 to 28.8 C VD)
1 × Power supply input nominal +24 V DC (21 to 28 C VD)
1 × auxiliary output supply +24VDC (fused) 2 × RJ45 style (RS232, RS485, RS422 serial channels)
MPU: 1 × Ethernet connector (LAN)
2 × DSUB9 female (isolated RS232, RS485 serial channels)

Ethernet connector available only in Unlike the PSU, the CPU3 has no power
additional Network 2 module. output.

☐ Input module/Input 2 module – MFE7 input board (preferred)

2 × HART inputs (3 transmitters each) 3 × digital input for HF/LF/Encoder/Message
4 × current inputs 4 .. 20mA (24 bit) 1 × input for Pt100 (4-wire)
1 × Pt100 (3-wire) 2 × analog inputs 4 .. 20mA or HART
3 × digital status inputs (up to 4 transmitter each depending on manufacturer)
2 × HF inputs 1 × RS485 serial interface (RSA/RSB/GND)
1 × prover pulse output (Input 2 module only) – ExMFE5 intrinsically safe input board
3 × NAMUR input [Ex ib Gb] IIC for HF/LF/Encoder/Message
1 × input for Pt100 [Ex ib Gb] IIC (4-wire)
1 × analog inputs 4 .. 20mA or HART or HART
(up to 4 transmitter each depending on manufacturer)

ExMFE5 Safety Notices

Only transmitters and pulse sensors that
follow at least the requirements of the in-
trinsically safe protection class
[Ex ib Gb] II C may be connected to the
ExMFE5 assembly terminals provided for
that purpose. A mixed connection of
intrinsically safe and non-intrinsically safe
circuits is not permitted for these
assemblies.

☐ Comms module – ESER4

2 × DSUB9 female (isolated RS232, RS485 serial channels) 1 × Ethernet connector (LAN)
3 × RJ45 style (RS232, RS485, RS422 serial channels)

☐ Output module – MFA8 output board

12 × isolated switching outputs 1 × PhotoMos output (NC, max. 28.8 V, 120 mA)
4 × analog outputs 0/4 .. 20 mA 3 × PhotoMos outputs (NO, max. 28.8 V DC, 120 mA)
4 × analog outputs 0/4 .. 20 mA

In case all digital outputs of the FC2000

Output module are in use, the FC1 must be
equipped with 3 × MFA8 boards.

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2 Planning the Migration

Network boards

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options with the FC1

☐ Network 2 module – CPU3 (default board)

1 × Ethernet connector (LAN) 1 × Ethernet connector (LAN)

– ESER4 (optional)
1 × Ethernet connector (LAN)
3 × RJ45 style (RS232, RS485, RS422 serial channels)

For 1/3-unit 1 × ESER4 board can be

installed in slot 4 only;
for 1/2-unit up to 2 × ESER4 boards can be
installed in slots 6 and 7.

External options

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options with the FC1

☐ Counter module 1 .. 4 counter – (not supported)

☐ Ink printer module – (not supported)

The FC2000 printer unit is technically outdated and
can be unmounted. In the FC1 this functionality is
realized with a more powerful Printer AFB which can
print on either a network or serial printer.

2.1.2 Digital Data Communication

Data communication is independent of the standard application used.

Modbus

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options with the FC1

☐ Modbus (ASCII, RTU) via serial RS232/RS485 – Modbus (ASCII, RTU) via serial RS232/RS485
communication communication and additionally RS422
(MPU or Comms module) (serial channels of CPU or ESER4)
Master and Slave operation mode

Latching of registers is not supported by the

FC1.

☐ Modbus TCP via a standard TCP/IP network – Modbus TCP via a standard TCP/IP network
(LAN of Network 2 module) (LAN of CPU or ESER4)
Server and Client operation mode

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Remote front panel access

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options with the FC1

Name “Remote front panel access” “Remote operation panel”

Data protocol • HTTP • Currently HTTP, planned to switch to

secured MMS

Prerequisite active connection between PC and FC2000... active connection between PC and FC1 ...
• via LAN (Ethernet 2 module) • via network (LAN of CPU or ESER4), or
• locally via USB connection

Access • via web browser (e.g. Microsoft Edge) using • currently via web browser (e.g. Microsoft
the IP address of the device Edge) using the IP address of the device
(outdated)
• via enSuite

Connection between Service PC and device (e.g. for parameterization)

Connection FC2000 ⇨ Options with the FC1

locally • via USB Type A on Type A (male) • USB Type A on Type B

via network • via LAN • via LAN of CPU or ESER4

if Ethernet 2 module is installed

Retrieving archives

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options with the FC1

☐ via Modbus – via Modbus

☐ via M2000 configuration software – via enSuite

– additionally, directly via operation panel

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2.2 Connection diagrams

This section shows technical drawings on how turbine and ultrasonic flow meters are connected to an
FC2000 and how the connections look like for an FC1.

2.2.1 Turbine meter (EEx i): FC2000 Input module vs. FC1 MFE7 input board

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options with the FC1

Hazardous Area Safe Area enCore device

24V 0V
MFE7 board

D1+

D2+

12 345 67,8

D3+

GND

SH
Turbine: Isolated pulse
encoder and amplifier
2 LF/HF sensors (active output)

• internal power supply • separate power supply

The barriers are fed by the input board In case you want to continue to use the barriers, you
(PIN: A07-A08 – 024 and A09-A12 – 24 V DC must feed these with a separate power supply.
(fused))
Alternatively, you can replace the Input (2)
module with an ExMFE5 (instead of a
MFE7), which has barriers integrated,
instead of the external barriers.

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2.2.2 HART Measurement Transmitter (EEx i): FC2000 Input module vs. FC1 MFE7 input
board

FC2000 configuration ⇨ Options with the FC1

Hazardous Area Safe Area enCore device

0V 24V

MFE7 board

+ A1+ or A2+

− A1− or A2−
HART pressure
SH
transmitter, EEx i
Isolated current
repeater barrier
(HART compatible,
source mode)

HART temperature
transmitter, EEx i

(sink mode)

HART
communicator

• internal power supply • separate power supply

The barriers are fed by the input board In case you want to continue to use the barriers, you
(PIN: A07-A08 – 024 and A09-A12 – 24 V DC must feed these with a separate power supply.
(fused))
Alternatively, you can replace the Input (2)
module with an ExMFE5 (instead of a
MFE7) with a FC1 and no barrier.

HART transmitter with high inrush

current
Please note that depending on the type and
manufacturer of a HART transmitter, it may
not be possible to operate more than one
transmitter in a HART loop. This is the case
with transmitters that require a high inrush
current and therefore exceed the input
current limit of 20 mA.

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3 FAQ

3.1 enCore FC manual at a Glance

The manual for the enCore FC device series is modular. It consists of the following volumes:

• “Instructions for Use in Legal Metrology”

This volume focuses on the legally relevant properties and functions of the FC1 flow computer.
• “Operating Instructions”
This volume describes the assembly, installation, commis¬sioning and maintenance of all enCore
FC devices.
• “Configuration of Device Software”
This volume describes parameterizing devices of the enCore series with the software system
enSuite, the software download and further services.
• “Basic System with SFBs”
This volume describes the basic system, which provides all basic functions of the device
software. The basic system e.g. manages the system resources, the I/O boards or the connection
to other devices via digital protocols.
• Functionality of individual Application Function Blocks (AFBs)
Each volume describes the parameterization, function and operation of each AFB. These
volumes always describe the full range of functions of the respective AFBs.

In our docuthek you can download the latest versions of our manuals:
www.docuthek.com

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4 Technical Data: FC2000 vs. enCore FC1

4.1 General information

FC2000 enCore FC1

Housing/dimensions available in 1 width: available in 2 widths:

• 1/2 width plug-in unit in 19'' design, 3U • 1/2 width plug-in unit in 19'' design, 3U
dimensions w/o connectors: dimensions w/o connectors:
128.5 × 213 × 235 mm (H × W × D) 128.5 × 213 × 170 mm (H × W × D)
• dimensions with connectors (approx.): dimensions with connectors (approx.):
128.5 × 213 × 255 mm (H × W × D) 128.5 × 213 × 220 mm (H × W × D)
• 1/3 width plug-in unit in 19'' design,
3U:
dimensions w/o connectors:
128.5 × 142 × 170 mm (H × W × D)
dimensions w connectors (approx.):
128.5 × 142 × 220 mm (H × W × D)

Weight (fully equipped) (fully equipped)

• 1/2-unit width: approx. 2.5 kg • 1/3-unit width: approx. 1.3 kg
• 1/2-unit width: approx. 2.1 kg

Ambient conditions • ambient temperature range: • ambient temperature range

0 °C up to +60 °C −10 °C up to +55 °C
• humidity < 90 %, non-condensing • humidity < 90 %, non-condensing
• installation outside Ex zones 0, 1 and 2 • installation outside Ex zones 0, 1 and
only 2 only

Calibration/security • on the left side • on the front

switch

USB parameter cable • Type A (both sides) • Type A and type B

IrDA parameter • Only for devices of the early device series

interface

Communication ports:

RS232 • CPU- and Comms module: • CPU3 and ESER4:

DSUB9 female, grounded shield not RJ45 style, grounded shield
connected connected
Pin assignment: Pin assignment:
RxD pin 2 RxD pin 3
TxD pin 3 TxD pin 1
SGND pin 5 SGND pin 5

RS485 • CPU- and Comms module: • CPU3 and ESER4:

DSUB9 female, grounded shield not RJ45 style, grounded shield
connected connected
Pin assignment: Pin assignment:
line A pin 9 data A pin 1
line B pin 6 data B pin 2
• MFE7: serial interface
(RSA/RSB/GND)
Pin assignment:
data A RSA
data B RSB

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4 Technical Data: FC2000 vs. enCore FC1

RS422 / • CPU3 and ESER4:

RJ45 style, grounded shield
connected
Pin assignment:
data A pin 1
data B pin 2

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5 Appendix
• enCore FC1 Product Ordering Sheet V1

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enCore FC1 Product Ordering Sheet V1 17.11.2017

Customer: Order Number: Date:

Options Configuration (Standard is bold)

Housing size  1/2 19“ Rack  1/3 19“ Rack
 Turbine 1 Flow Direction (connected via pulses)
 Turbine 2 Flow Direction (connected via pulses)
Mode Stream 1
 Ultrasonic 1 Flow Direction (connected via protocol)
 Ultrasonic 2 Flow Direction (connected via protocol
 Turbine 1 Flow Direction (connected via pulses)
Basic Device

 Turbine 2 Flow Direction (connected via pulses)

Mode Stream 2
 Ultrasonic 1 Flow Direction (connected via protocol
 Ultrasonic 2 Flow Direction (connected via protocol
Max. number of boards in 1/2 size is 7; in 1/3 size is 4
 ExMFE5, Number ____
Additional I/O Boards  MFE7, Number ____
 MFA8, Number ____
 ESER4, Number ____ (max. 2)
 factory calibration  MID (transmitters needed)
Test

Calibration
 function tested
 None
Installatio

Installation
 19“ mounting frame
n

 Wall mounting kit (small housing)

Modem  None
Comm.

 UMM (Universal Mobilfunk Modem – GPRS/UMTS Router)

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enCore FC1 Product Ordering Sheet V1 17.11.2017

Customer: Order Number: Date:

Options Configuration (Standard is bold)

Honeywell  Pressure Range 0,9 - 6 Bara
Pressure Transmitter

STA84LB Basic  Pressure Range 1,75 - 35 Bara

Honeywell
 Pressure Range 20 - 100 Bara
STA87LB Basic
Honeywell  Pressure Range 0,9 - 6 Bara (higher accuracy + Display)
STA84LB Extra  Pressure Range 1,75 - 35 Bara (higher accuracy + Display)
Honeywell
 Pressure Range 20 - 100 Bara (higher accuracy + Display)
STA87LB Extra

Jumo PT100 Built in length (EBL)

Temperature
Transmitter

(4 wire)  EBL 50  EBL160  EBL 250

Honeywell
 EBL 50  EBL160  EBL 250
STT850 (HART)

Project / Reference / Comments:

Customer:

Contact Person:

Tel.: E-Mail:

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