SPECIFICATIONS

AccuLoad® IV
Bulletin SS06200 Issue/Rev. 0.5 (12/23)

Smith Meter® Electronic Preset l Up to 24 additive-meter inputs with A4I module

Delivery Systems l AccuLoad III to IV upgrade kit (UG3)

The Smith Meter AccuLoad IV family of electronic
Quad touch screen (QT)
preset delivery systems provides safe, reliable control
and accurate measurement for custody transfer
loading and unloading of petroleum liquid products.
With several models to choose from, you can find one
that is right for any application, whether it is part of a
complex system involving automation, blending, and
numerous load arms, or a small-scale bulk plant. The l Explosion-proof enclosure
AccuLoad product line has been continuously refined
l Up to six-arm operation
for over 35 years to provide the ultimate in features and
flexibility. The AccuLoad IV is tailored for current l Up to six single- or dual-pulse product meter
operations and adaptable to future growth and inputs
enhancements. l Up to four additive-meter inputs
l Up to 24 additive-meter inputs with A4I module
Applications
The AccuLoadʼs applications include batch loading of l AccuLoad III to IV upgrade kit (UG3)
biofuels, gasoline, antifreeze, lube oils, fuel oils,
NEMA 4 (N4)
solvents, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas
liquids (NGL), and chemicals. The system is ideal for
truck, barge, or rail car loading at loading racks, bulk
plants, shipping docks, processing installations, and
tank farms where straight and blended products must
be accurately loaded.

Models
Single touch screen (ST) Optional switch and lights not shown.

l NEMA 4X enclosure
l One- or two-arm operation
l Up to four single- or dual-pulse product meter
l Explosion-proof enclosure inputs
l Up to four additive-meter inputs with local I/O
l Two-arm operation
l Up to 24 additive-meter inputs with remote A4I
l Up to four single- or dual-pulse product meter
module
inputs
l Stainless steel enclosure
l Up to four additive-meter inputs
l Integrated card reader, indicator lights, and stop
button options
Split Architecture (SA) Features
l Standalone operation or remote-controlled
through-communication link
l Measurement profile:
l Automatic temperature and pressure
compensation and density correction
l American Petroleum Institute (API)
tables for light products to crude oils
Optional switch and lights not shown. l Biofuel volumetric compensation
l Meter factor linearization
l NEMA 4X enclosures
l Extensive security:
l Up to eighteen-arm operation l Five levels of passcodes
l Up to 24 single- or dual-pulse product meter l Per-parameter access control
inputs
l Audit log of parameter changes
l Up to 56 additive-meter inputs with A4I module
l Onboard diagnostics:
l Up to 96 additive-meter inputs with remote A4I
module l Detailed operational status
l Integrated card reader, indicator lights, and stop l Manual control of inputs/outputs
button options on the man-machine interface
l Event logging
(MMI)
l AccuLoad III to IV upgrade kit (FMU) l Communication monitoring
l Valve solenoid maintenance monitoring
Features
l Valve tuning assistance
l Individually configurable loading arm functions
for: l Ethernet and serial communications:
l Straight product delivery l Modbus
l Sequential blending l Network printing
l Ratio blending l Proximity card reader
l Hybrid blending l Driver access database
l Vapor recovery unit (VRU) operation l Promass interface
l Unloading operation l Configurable bill of lading (BOL)
l Up to six products for each load arm l Browser-based remote access:
l Simultaneous operation of all load arms l Control/monitoring of loading process

l User-configurable inputs and outputs l Diagnostic information

l Additive control for metered, smart, and piston l Virtual loading screen anywhere on the
injectors network
l Digital or analog valve flow control l Built-in virtual load rack (VLR) simulates
loading rack equipment for diagnostics and
l Single- and dual-channel meter pulse inputs training
l Fully configurable flow profile l Boolean/algebraic processing
l Alarm monitoring with configurable action l Automatic flow control with recovery

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 Features Programmable Inputs/Outputs
l Linux operating system for networking
AccuLoad ST, QT, and MMI
l Color liquid-crystal display (LCD) with
touchscreen user interface The AccuLoad ST and QT models are explosion-proof
designs with an integrated 8.4-inch color touchscreen.
AccuLoad IV SA AccuLoad ST, ST-UG3, and N4 Hardware
The AccuLoad IV Split Architecture system is a unique Digital Inputs AC DC Total
solution for multiple arm, multiple meter control and Standard 5 6 11
measurement systems used to control a lane of loading
Optional A4I 5 16 21
arms. The system is designed to mount in either a North
American Class I Division 2 area, a Class I Zone 2 area, Digital Outputs AC DC Total
or a general purpose area. Up to 18 loading arms and Standard 11 3 14
24 meters can be controlled and monitored by the Optional (one 31 3 34
system, which includes the MMI and flow-control A4I)
module (FCM). The MMI provides the display and user
Analog inputs/outputs (up to six)
interface for the SA system, while the FCM houses the
control and I/O for the loading arms. These loading
arms can be controlled either as blended or straight
AccuLoad QT and QT-UG3 Hardware
product arms. The system has the flexibility of handling
multiple blending applications, straight ratio blending, Digital Inputs AC DC Total
side stream blending, and up to six-product sequential Standard 9 14 23
blending on the same loading lane. Using a single MMI, Optional (one A4I) 9 24 33
up to six arms can be loaded simultaneously; using two
Optional (two 9 34 43
MMIs, up to twelve arms can be loaded simultaneously.
A4Is)

AccuLoad III to IV Upgrade Kit (UG3) Digital Outputs AC DC Total

Standard 27 11 38
The AccuLoad III to IV upgrade kit is designed to
Optional (one A4I) 47 11 58
upgrade an AccuLoad III to AccuLoad IV. This upgrade
kit enables customers with AccuLoad IIIs to upgrade Optional (two 67 11 78
their entire unitʼs technology with minimal downtime, A4Is)
reduced installation, and automation costs. The Analog inputs/outputs (up to six)
upgrade kit maintains the loading arm configuration
being used in the AccuLoad III. The upgrade uses the Note: Eight of the standard direct current (DC)
AccuLoad III housing while replacing existing cover input/output (I/O) points are individually
boards and software. programmable as either inputs or outputs. The
number indicated is the maximum if all
Note: The SA upgrade requires new MMI and programmed as inputs or all programmed as
replacement of existing boards and software in the outputs.
FCM.

The upgrade kit gives AccuLoad III owners the

opportunity to protect their operation and take
advantage of the leading-edge features of AccuLoad IV
without having to change their existing terminal
automation or conduit system.

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AccuLoad SA control valve then flowing through a single loading arm
into a compartment.
The AccuLoad IV SA model is flexible in that the FCM
module can be supplied with one to four board sets.
Ratio Blending
AccuLoad IV-SA Hardware Ratio blending involves the blending of multiple
Digital Inputs Per Board Set Total products simultaneously through dedicated product
Description AC DC One Two Three Four lines. Each product line has its own meter and control
Board Board Board Board valve, blending product in a common header and
Set Sets Sets Sets flowing through a single loading arm into a
compartment.
Standard 9 14 23 46 69 92
Optional 9 24 33 66 99 122
Side-Stream Blending
A4I
Digital Outputs Per Board Set Side-stream blending is blending a minor product (such
as an additive) and a major product, where the minor
Description AC DC One Two Three Four
product is metered and controlled by a valve and the
Board Board Board Board
major product is free flowing. A second meter and
Set Sets Sets Sets
control valve downstream of the blending point,
Standard 27 11 38 76 114 152 measures and controls the flow of the blended
Optional 47 11 58 116 174 232 products. This is sometimes referred to as in-line
A4I blending.
Analog inputs/outputs (up to six)
Hybrid Blending
Loading Arms Hybrid blending is defined as a combination of
The AccuLoad loading arm functions are individually sequential blending and ratio blending. A typical hybrid
programmable—providing flexibility for how each arm blending arm configuration may include three
can be configured. The AccuLoad ST, N4, as well as sequential products and one or two ratio products. The
the UG3 hardware kit, supports up to four product sequential products flow one at a time and, in most
meters that can be distributed among two loading arms, cases, one of the ratio products flows simultaneously
while the QT modelʼs hardware enables six product with each of the sequential products. The ratio products
meters that can be distributed among six loading arms. can be plumbed either upstream or downstream of the
The SA model has the capacity for up to 24 product sequential product meter. On a hybrid arm, the arms
meters that can be distributed over 18 loading arms. must have at least one sequential product configured.

The AccuLoad IV has the flexibility of handling loading

Wild-Stream Blending
arm functions that include straight-product, sequential
blending, straight-ratio blending, side-stream ratio The wild-stream blending configuration is used in
blending, wild-stream blending and hybrid blending. applications involving two products that are
Other arm functions include unloading and vapor- continuously blended where a preset volume is not
recovery system (VRS) operation. normally used. One of the products can be uncontrolled
(wild stream). This option is available with the hybrid-
Straight Product arm configuration. Wild-stream blending supports
spontaneous blend-percent changes and meter
A straight arm is used to deliver a single product changes to accommodate varying flow rates.
through a single meter.
Unloading
Sequential Blending
The AccuLoad IV enables a vessel to be unloaded
Sequential blending involves the blending of multiple without entering a preset volume. Implementing this
products into a compartment through the sequencing of feature requires that a loading arm be identified as
product-specific block valves. The products are “unloading”.
blended, one at a time, flowing through one meter and

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Vapor Recovery “Straight with VRS” For ethanol compensation, selections are available to
use API 11.3.3, EPA RFS2, Brazilian tables BR1A,
The vapor recovery arm type supports delivering a BR1P, and BR2P, and PTB ethanol/gas equations.
single product while monitoring the amount of vapor
recovered. In order to utilize this feature, a loading arm
Pressure Compensation
type must be programmed as “Straight with VRS”. Two
meters are required for this application to determine the The pressure compensation option provides customers
amount of vapor recovered while loading light density with the capability of compensating the volume of
products. The AccuLoad provides a vapor product total product delivered at varying pressures per API tables
and a net mass total between the liquid product meter 11.1, 11.2.1, and 11.2.2, using a 4-20 milliampere (mA)
and the vapor product meter in the system. This feature pressure-transducer input per preset position. This
enables the AccuLoad to monitor the amount of vapor option also contains real-time control functions for
leaving a loading compartment while measuring and maintaining system pressures at the meter to a
controlling the amount of product entering the same minimally-acceptable, user-definable level (pressure
loading compartment. The product entering the transducer not included). This option is particularly
compartment can be delivered in volume or mass. The useful for light products, such as LPG, where the
vapor leaving the compartment must be measured in compressibility factor varies a great deal with different
mass and requires the vapor recovery meter to be a pressures.
mass meter.
Density Correction
Loading Arm Standard Features The density correction option provides customers with
the capability of correcting the volume of product
Temperature Compensation delivered at varying densities. This can be either a
frequency input or a 4-20 mA input.
The temperature compensation option provides
customers with the capability of compensating for the
variance in temperature from a reference temperature. Metered Injectors, Piston Injectors, and
This option is used with a four-wire resistive- Smart Additives
temperature detector (RTD) input or a temperature The AccuLoad IV has been designed to provide
transducer and, excluding the accuracy of the fluid maximum flexibility when it comes to additive control.
temperature measurement, will exactly match the The unit is capable of handling metered injectors, piston
proper volume correction factor of ASTM-D-1250-04 injectors, and smart additives simultaneously.
and API MPMS CH 11.1-2004 over the fluid
The AccuLoad is capable of controlling four additive-
temperature range of -58 °F to 302 °F (-50 °C to 150
injector metered systems. (See Hardware Options for
°C). The following selections for API standard
additional injector systems.) The AccuLoad controls the
compensation methods can be programmed: API 2004
additive solenoids to precisely inject the additive into
crude oils, API 2004 refined products, API E tables—
the main product. It monitors the pulses of the additive
special products API 2004 lube oils, API E tables—
meter and controls the amount of the additive, based on
LPG, NGL, API Chapter 11.2.1M, API Chapter 11.2.2M,
the incoming pulses from the additive meter and the
API 1952 tables 6, 23, 24, 53, and 54 (supported for
main product meter.
asphalt), NH3—ammonia, TP-15 vapor pressure
calculations conform to API 11.2.5, aromatic Additive monitoring and smart additives enable the
hydrocarbon products (ASTM D1555). AccuLoad to monitor feedback from the piston injectors
of the additive products. The AccuLoad monitors the
For light products such as NGL and LPG (E tables),
injector feedback switches for a change of state and
calculations are performed per API Chapter 11.2.4 or
counts the errors and alarms if no change is detected
GPA Technical Publication TP-27. The standard
within the cycle or a period of time, depending on how
provides CTLs (correction for temperature on a liquid)
the unit is programmed. The AccuLoad totalizes the
calculated to five decimal digits (for example, 0.xxxxx or
additive volume based on confirmation signals and a
1.xxxxx).
programmable volume per cycle. The totalized volume
prints on the emulated load ticket printed on the shared
printer output.

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For smart additives, the AccuLoadʼs firmware has also prove. The operator can select the flow rate and meter
been designed with a primary/replica type of factor that is being proved through the user interface of
communication, with the AccuLoad being the primary the AccuLoad. After the prove is completed the
and the additive injector system being the replica. The operator enters the prover volume and temperature.
AccuLoad constantly interrogates the additive injector The AccuLoad then calculates the new meter factor and
system for a change in status. The AccuLoad can be the operator has the choice of downloading it to the
operated with communications control over the smart program or to ignore it. The AccuLoad also has the
additive injector system or with communication/pulse capability of providing an average meter factor over a
control. When the AccuLoad has communication maximum of six proves. This feature enables the
control over the additive system, it constantly monitors operator to prove the meter on all four products, four
the additive system for its status, polls the additive meter factors, and associated flow rates for each
totals, and signals the system when to inject the product without having to enter the program mode for
additive all through the communications line. each product and meter factor.
The AccuLoad communications package has also been
designed with a pass-through communications mode. Boolean and Algebraic Processing
In this mode of operation, a supervisory computer can The AccuLoad IV provides customers the flexibility to
talk to the additive injector system through the configure inputs and outputs for tasks that are not
communication lines run to the AccuLoad and from the standard in the unit. Through Boolean processing,
AccuLoad to the additive injector systems. relays can be turned on and off through equations and
events best suited for the application. For example, a
Dual-Pulse Security relay is required to close at the first trip point of the load.
The AccuLoad can be configured to provide continuous A Boolean equation can be implemented with the
monitoring, error indication alarm, and correction of the required events to trigger this output in the software
pulse transmission for each preset position as per API supplied in every Accuload IV.
Petroleum Measurement Standard, Chapter 5.5, Level Algebraic processing can be used by customers to
A, and Institute of Petroleum Standard, IP 252/76, Part perform mathematical calculations that are not part of
XIII, Section 1, Level A, or ISO 6551:1982. the default software package. The results of these
calculations can then be displayed on configurable
Note: The use of the A inverted and B inverted reports for the current batch.
signal inputs reduces the amount of available
individual meter inputs. Hardware Options
In order to use this feature, a transmitter capable of
AccuLoad Interface Module
providing the proper pulse signal must be connected to
the pulse inputs of the AccuLoad, such as the Smith The AccuLoad IV injector module (A4I) provides
Meter Universal Pulse Transmitter (UPT). The UPT additional flexibility to the AccuLoadʼs standard
provides four signals: “A,” “A inverted,” “B,” and “B features. The optional A4I module provides either 10
inverted.” The A and B signals are 90 electrical degrees additional metered additive injector systems or 20
out-of-phase and used for dual-pulse security. The A additional programmable outputs. This module
and A inverted, and B and B inverted signals are 180 provides the AccuLoad IV with the capability of handling
electrical degrees out-of-phase and are used for up to fourteen metered injectors, 14 meter inputs, 14
transmitter power sensing. If power sensing is not solenoid valve outputs, and 14 additive pump outputs.
required, only A and B are required for dual-pulse Adding two A4I modules provides the capability to
security. handle up to 24 additive injector systems (meters,
additive pumps, and solenoid valves) or an additional
Automated-Proving Mode 40 programmable alternating current (AC) outputs. The
optional A4I modules are designed to either be
The AccuLoad IV provides an automated proving mode mounted in the AccuLoad IV housing or in a stand-
of operation. When the automated proving mode is alone, remote-enclosure mount (REM).
activated, the AccuLoad calculates the meter factor for
a proving run based on information obtained during the

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Card-Reader Interface Electrical Inputs (Per Board Set on SA
The AccuLoad IV can obtain proximity card data Model)
through a proprietary interface board. The AccuLoad AC Instrument Power:
can also pass card data and statuses to a host
computer. The card-reader interface is activated by
Note: A constant voltage transformer (CVT) is
choosing the card reader option in the serial
recommended if the available AC power is
communications function program code. This new
suspected not to comply with these specifications.
interface offers the potential for enhanced functionality
and security ranging from simple transaction-stamping
l Universal input: 100 to 240 voltage in
with driver-card data to a mini automation system with
alternating current (VAC), 58 watt (W) maximum,
validation and authorization.
48 to 63 hertz (Hz). The AC circuitry is fuse-
protected.
MMI for SA Model
l Surge current: 28 amp (A) maximum for less
The Division 2-approved MMI can be ordered with than 0.1 seconds
optional green and red indicator lights, as well as a stop
l Power interruption tolerance: Interruption of
button. These are user-wired devices. The indicator
power greater than .05 seconds (typical) will
lights can be used in place of the indicator lights on the
cause an orderly shut-down of the AccuLoad
overfill/ground system. The MMI can also be ordered
and the control valve will be signaled to close.
with a proximity card reader. Refer to the Proximity
Card Reader specifications (SS06044) for details. Pulse Input:
l Type: High-speed, edge-triggered, optically
Fuse Holders for SA Model
isolated pulse transmitter input
Up to 50 fuse holders can be mounted in a Division 2 l Volts (V) (high): Five volts direct current (VDC)
enclosure. These fuse holders can be used as minimum to 28 VDC maximum
additional protection for wiring to valve solenoids, etc.
l Volts (low): One VDC maximum
Input impedance: 1.6 kiloohms
Specifications l

l Pulse resolution: One pulse/unit minimum,

Accuracy 9,999 pulses unit maximum

l Calculated accuracy: The gross at standard l Frequency range: Zero to 10.0 kilohertz (kHz)
temperature to gross volume ratio, excluding the l Response: Within one pulse to a step change in
accuracy of fluid temperature measurement, flow rate
exactly matches the proper volume correction l Mode: Single, dual, dual with power sensing,
factor of ASTM-D-1250-04 over the fluid
density
temperature range of -58 to 302 °F (-50 to 150
°C). l Duty cycle: 35/65 to 65/35 (on/off)
l Temperature measurement accuracy: Fluid Temperature Probe:
temperature is measured to within ±0.72 °F (±0.4
°C) over the fluid temperature range of -328 to l Type: Four-wire, 100 ohms platinum resistance
572 °F (-200 to 300 °C). Fluid temperature is temperature detector (PRTD)
measured to within ±0.45 °F (±0.25 °C) over the l Temperature coefficient: 32 °F, 0.00214
fluid temperature range of 32 to 572 °F (0 to 300 ohms/ohms/ °F (0.00385 ohms/ohms/ °C)
°C). l Temperature range: -148 to 572 °F (-100 to 300
l Stability: 0.1 °F (0.06 °C) per year °C)
l Flow totalizing: Within one pulse of input l Offset: Temperature probe offset is program-
frequency adjustable through the AccuLoad user interface
in ±0.1 degree increments in the unit of

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 temperature measurement used DC Inputs:
l Self calibrating: Lead-length compensation l Type: Optically-isolated solid state voltage
that requires no resistance balancing of leads sensors
Analog (4-20 mA): l Input voltage range: 5 to 28 VDC
l Type: Two-wire, 4-20 mA current loop receiver, l Pickup voltage: 5 VDC minimum
isolated from ground, programmable as to l Drop-out voltage: Less than 1 V
function
l Current at maximum voltage: 15 mA
l Span adjustment: Program-adjustable through
maximum
the AccuLoad user interface or communication
in tenths of the unit used l Input level duration: 120 mSec minimum
l Input burden: 50 ohms
Electrical Outputs (Per Board Set on SA
l Accuracy: ±0.025% of range when calibration
factors are programmed
Model)
l Resolution: One part in 65,536 DC external power for ancillary equipment:
l Voltage drop: 2 volts (V) maximum 24 VDC ±10%, 1 amp (A) maximum, short-circuit
protected
l Sampling rate: One sample/300 millisecond
(mSec) minimum AC Outputs:
Analog (1-5 VDC): l Type: Optically-isolated, AC, solid-state relays,
user-programmable as to function
l Type: Two-wire, 1 to 5 VDC voltage loop
receiver, isolated from ground, programmable as l Load voltage range: 90 to 280 VAC (root mean
to function square (rms)), 48 to 63 Hz
l Span adjustment: Program-adjustable through l Steady-state load current range: 0.025 A
the AccuLoad user interface or communications (rms) minimum to 1.0 A (rms) maximum into an
in tenths of the unit used inductive load
l Input burden: 1 milliohms l Leakage current at maximum voltage rating:
0.1 mA (rms) maximum at 240 VAC
l Accuracy: ±0.025% of range when calibration
factors are programmed l On-state voltage drop: 1.5 VAC at maximum
load
l Resolution: One part in 65,536
DC Outputs:
l Sampling rate: One sample/300 mSec
minimum l Type: Optically-isolated solid-state output, user-
programmable as to function
AC Inputs:
l Switch blocking voltage: 30 VDC maximum
l Type: Optically-isolated, solid-state voltage
sensor l Load current: 150 mA maximum with 0.6 V
drop
l Input voltage range: 90 to 280 VAC
Analog (4-20 mA):
l Pickup voltage: 90 VAC minimum
l Type: Two-wire, 4-20 mA current loop
l Drop-out voltage: 30 VAC maximum
transmitter, isolated from ground, programmable
l Current at maximum voltage: 20 mA as to function
maximum l Span adjustment: Program adjustable through
l Input resistance: 44,000 ohms typical the AccuLoad user interface or through
communications

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 l Accuracy: ±0.10% of range when calibration l Switch blocking voltage (switch off): 30 VDC
factors are programmed maximum
l Resolution: One part in 65,536 l Load current (switch on): 10 mA with 0.6 V
drop
l Voltage burden: 4 V maximum
l Frequency range: 0 to 3000 Hz
Analog (1-5 VDC):
l Duty cycle: Duty cycle will mirror the meterʼs
l Type: Two-wire, 1-5 VDC voltage loop output duty cycle
transmitter, isolated from ground, programmable
as to function Display/User Interface
l Span adjustment: Program adjustable through l Integral alphanumeric/graphic
the AccuLoad user interface or through
communications l 8.4 inch 800 x 600
l Accuracy: ±0.10% of range when calibration l 24-bit color screen with a resistive touchscreen
factors are programmed l Day/night mode
l Resolution: One part in 65,536

Pulse Output 1 and 2: Communications (Per Board Set on

l Type: Optically-isolated solid-state output; pulse SA Model)
output units are program-selectable through the
AccuLoad user interface or communications General
l Switch blocking voltage (switch off): 30 VDC l Number of ports: Four, plus ethernet port; (1)
max EIA-232, (1) EIA-485, (2) programmable for EIA-
l Load current (switch on): 10 mA with 0.6 V 232 or EIA-485
drop l Configuration: Multi-drop network—up to 32
l Frequency range: 8 to 2,500 Hz AccuLoads can be connected onto the same
transmit and receive data lines, via serial
l Duty cycle: 50%
communications. Standard IT practices should
Pulse Output 3, 4, and 5: be followed when connecting multiple
AccuLoads via an Ethernet hub, router, or
l Type: Solid-state relay digital output switch load switch.
current, 110 mA maximum l Data rate: User interface-selectable to
l Frequency range: 0 to 125 Hz asynchronous data rates of 9,600, 19,200,
38,400, 57,600, or 115,200 bps (serial
l Duty cycle: 50%
communication)
l Programmable maximum frequency output: l Data format: Programmable one start bit,
All intended pulses will be eventually
programmable seven or eight data bits—even,
transmitted. The total period may increase to
odd, or no parity, one stop bit
ensure all pulses are output.
l Line protocol: Half-duplex, full-duplex, no
character echo
Note: When used, these outputs use the DC
output points on the A4M (DC output 1 to 3 l Data structure: American Standard Code for
respectively). Information Interchange (ASCII) character-
oriented, modeled after Internal Organization for
Prover Pulse Output 1 and 2: High Speed Prover Standardization (ISO), Standard 1155
Output (Open Collector Opto Coupler) l Protocol: Smith Meter terminal mode, Smith
Meter minicomputer mode, Modicon Modbus
l Type: Optically-isolated solid-state output
(PI-MBUS-300 Rev. D), Smith Meter and

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 Modbus protocol over transmission control l Compliance with TCP/IP standards
protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP)
l Remote access using most browsers
l AccuLoad III style: Terminal mode,
minicomputer mode l Web-browser requirement for remote access:
l Google Chrome: 44+
EIA-232 l Internet Explorer: 10+
l Type: Interfaceable with EIA-232 data l Firefox: 42+
communication standards. Data transmitters are
tri-state design.
l Typical applications: Product receipt ticket
Specifications (N4 Model and MMI
printing can be used with a stand-alone ASCII Module)
printer or as a backup in the standby mode with
automation for BOL emulation or Electrical Inputs
communications with product management
automation systems. Up to 16 AccuLoads can AC Instrument Power:
be connected onto the same transmit and l Universal input: 100 to 240 VAC, 58 W
receive data lines. maximum, 48 to 63 Hz; the AC input circuitry is
fuse protected
EIA-485 l Surge current: 28 amp maximum for less than
l Type: Interfacable with EIA-485 data 0.1 seconds
communication standards
l Typical application: Communicates with Optional Features
product management automation systems and
Red and Green Indicating Light Units
additive injection systems
l Number of units per communication line: Up l Electrical ratings bulbs: LED lamp, universal
to 32 AccuLoads can be connected onto the voltage, 20 to 277 VAC or VDC, in red or green
same transmit and receive data lines l Terminals: Saddle clamp type for one or two
copper conductors 22-12 AWG (0.34 - 4.0 mm2)
Ethernet
Stop Button
l 10/100 base RJ-45
Electrical ratings contact block:
l EIA-568, category 5 or greater l NEMA contact rating designator: A600 (AC)
Ethernet Connectivity Features l Make and emergency interrupting capacity:
60 amps (120 V); 30 amps (240 V)
l Address resolution protocol/reverse address
resolution protocol (ARP/RARP) and dynamic l Normal load break: 6 amps (120 V); 3 amps
host configuration protocol (DHCP) support (240 V)
l PING echo diagnostics l Thermal current: 10 amps

l Smith Meter protocol and Modbus protocol l Volt-amperes: Maximum make 7200; maximum
support over TCP/IP break 720
l HTTP server functionality l Contact type: 1NO-1NC (momentary) color:
Black
l Dynamic name server lookups (DNS client)
l Button color: Black
l Simple mail transport protocol (SMTP)
l Terminals: Stainless steel saddle clamp type for
l Post office protocol V3 (POP 3) 1 x 18 - 14 American Wire Gauge (AWG) (0.75 -
l Support for network printers (LPR client) 2.5 mm2) solid or stranded copper conductor.

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 l Can be added to the AccuLoad N4 or MMI Enclosure for N4 Model and MMI and FCM
l Provides integrally-mounted radio Modules
frequency-based (RF) proximity reader
l Capable of interpreting multiple card Note: The AccuLoad IV does not contain
formats and transmitting card data either intrinsically-safe protected circuitry for field
to the AccuLoad or directly to an connections. Therefore, all peripheral equipment
automation system. Refer to the Proximity must be suitable for the area in which it is installed.
Card Reader specifications (SS06044) for
details. l Industrial-type 304 stainless steel

Smith Meter card reader l Class I, Division 2, Groups C & D; Class I, Zone
2, Group IIB T4
l Card Interface (optional) l Tamb = -40 to 50 °C, UNL-UL Enclosure 4X,
l Excite frequency: 125 kHz CNL-CSA Enclosure 4
l Typical read range: Within up to 2 l UL File E23545
inches (5.08 cm)

Weights and Measures

Electrical Safety Approvals Certifications
Enclosure for ST and QT Models Note: Consult the factory for other weights and
measures certifications.
Note: Temperature ratings for the enclosure is
limited to 55 °C ambient for UL listed devices that l United States NTEP Certificate of Conformance
are meant to be touched by an operator during issued by the National Conference on Weights
normal operations. and Measures COC #99-141
l Canada (Measurement Canada): AV-2440
l Class I, Division 1, Groups C & D; UNL-UL
Enclosure 4X, CNL-CSA Enclosure 4 l Australia (National Measurement Institute (only
models with ATEX and IECEx certifications)):
l Class I, Zone 1, Group IIB, Class I, Zone 1, AEx NMI S472
d ia IIB T6 Gb, IP65 Tamb = -40 to 55 °C
l Brazil (INMETRO): DIMEL 252, 12 November
l UL File E23545 2019 (ALIV-XP-ST) and DIMEL 178, 14 August
2019 (ALIV-XP-QT)
European Union/International/Brazil
The following reports have been issued by the
l DEMKO 15 ATEX 1462X Netherlands Measurement Institute (NMi):
l IECEx UL 15.0016X l Evaluation Certificate TC8664
l UL-BR 19.00058X l OIML R117-1 & R117-2 Test Report
l Ex d ia IIB T6 Gb IP 65 Tamb = -40 to 60 °C l WELMEC 7.2 Software Evaluation Test Report

Upgrade Kit UG3 l EU MID (Measuring Instrument Directive

l MID Certificate Issued by PTB (National
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) for
Metrology Institute of Germany)
use with listed AccuLoad III models
l OIML-CS Certificate No. R117-2019-A-NL1-
l UL File E204189
23.03
l For use with DEMKO 02 ATEX 130951X or
IECEx UL 11.0018X certificate

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Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC)
l EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
l EN 61326-1: Electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use

Environment
Note: Housing material is aluminum alloy. Severe
salt environments are highly corrosive and
protection and maintenance is required for such
locations.

l Ambient operating temperature: -40 to 140 °F

(-40 to 60 °C)
l Humidity: 5 to 95% with condensation

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Modeling Code

Models ST and QT
A complete model number is required when ordering the AccuLoad IV.

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Model N4
A complete model number is required when ordering the AccuLoad IV.

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Model SA MMI
A complete model number is required when ordering the AccuLoad IV.

Model SA FCM
A complete model number is required when ordering the AccuLoad IV.

Model SA Board Set

Note: Board Set consists of one A4M and one A4B prior to optional hardware.

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A complete model number is required when ordering the AccuLoad IV.
When ordering a new AccuLoad IV SA FCM or FMU, also specify a model code for each board set to be included, as
below:

Model SA Expansion Kit Board Set

A complete model number is required when ordering the AccuLoad IV.

Note: Board Set consists of one A4M and one A4B prior to optional hardware.

These kits include additional hardware to mount the board into the ALIV-FCM or your upgraded ALIII-FCM.
When expanding an AccuLoad IV SA system, specify the details using the following model code for each desired
board set:

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Dimensions and Weight
Inches (") are to the nearest tenth (millimeters (mm) to the nearest whole mm), each independently dimensioned
from respective engineering drawings. Weight is measured in pounds (lb) (kilograms (kg)).

Model ST
The AccuLoad IV ST explosion-proof housing weighs 50 lb (22.7 kg).

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Model QT
The AccuLoad IV QT explosion-proof housing weighs 125 lb (57.5 kg).

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Model N4 and MMI Module
The AccuLoad IV N4 and MMI housing weigh 35 lb (15.9 kg).

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FCM Module
The AccuLoad IV FCM housing weighs 120 lb (54.54 kg).

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REM for Remotely Mounted A4I Approvals

Modules UL/CUL:
l Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D; Class II,
Specifications (A4I Module) Groups E, F, and G, UNL-UL Enclosure 4X,
CNL-CSA Enclosure 4
Electrical Inputs
l Class I, Zone 1, AEx d IIB T6, IP65
l DC instrument power: 24 VDC ± 10%, 1 W
l UL File E23545
maximum
l Pulse input: European Union/International
l Type: High-speed, edge-triggered, l DEMKO 11 ATEX 1103869X
optically-isolated, compatible with contact
closure, open collector or voltage l IECEx UL 11.0029X
sink/source pulse transmitter input l Ex d IIB T6 IP65 Tamb = -40 to 60 °C
l V (high): 10 VDC minimum to 24 VDC
maximum
l V (low): Eight VDC maximum
l Pulse resolution: One pulse/unit
minimum, 9,999 pulses/unit maximum
l Frequency range: 0 to 5 kHz
l Response: Within one pulse to a step
change in flow rate
l Minimum pulse width: 50 microseconds
(µS)

Electrical Outputs

AC outputs:
l Type: Optically-isolated, AC, solid-state relays;
user-programmable by the host as to function
l Load voltage range: 90 to 280 VAC (rms), 48 to
63 Hz
l Steady-state load current range: 0.025 A
(rms) minimum to 0.5 A (rms) maximum into an
inductive load
l Leakage current at maximum voltage rating:
0.1 mA (rms) maximum at 240 VAC
l On-state voltage drop: 1.5 VAC at maximum
load

Environment
l Ambient operating temperature: -40 to 140 °F
(-40 to 60 °C)
l Humidity: 5 to 95% with condensation
l Remote enclosure: Explosion-proof (NEMA 7,
Class I, Groups C and D) and watertight (NEMA
4X), IP65

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Modeling Code

Remote Enclosure Mount (REM)

Dimensions (REM)
The remote enclosure mount (REM) housing (optional
A4I) weighs 27 lb (12.25 kg).

The specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice and any user of said specifications should verify from the manufacture
that the specifications are currently in effect. Otherwise, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for the use of specifications which may
have been changed and are no longer in effect.

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