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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet 1

(Issue 2.1)

Portaflow 330

Technical Datasheet

Description

Utilising advanced DSP technology, the

Portaflow 330 (PF330) is the latest portable

flow measurement and recording system to be

added to the Micronics range of equipment.

The PF330 can display instantaneous fluid flow

rates or velocity, together with totalised values. It

also incorporates a data logger that can record

up to 98k events which can be output directly to

a PC or printer or stored in the instrument’s

memory for downloading at a later time.

A variable current or pulse output, proportional

to the detected flow rate, is also produced by the

PF330 to enable it to interface with a range of

external control devices such as those found in

building management or site monitoring

systems.

The PF330 is very much designed with ‘ease of use’ in mind. An interactive QuickStart menu, which simplifies system installation at

any suitable location, together with minimal set-up requirements, means that the system can be installed and brought into service

very quickly. Furthermore, the application parameters for a particular site can be saved to non-volatile memory and instantly

recalled if a site is revisited for monitoring at a later time – further reducing the set-up time.

The flow sensors, or transducers, connected to the PF330 instrument are attached to the outside of the pipe being monitored and

provide totally non-invasive flow measurement without disturbing the existing plant equipment or process operation.

Application benefits: Standard features:

• Non-invasive installation – the process operation being

monitored is in no way interrupted or otherwise

affected by the use of this equipment

• Simple installation – there is no overhead for additional

fittings, plant modification, or retro-fit expenditure

• Zero fluid contact – no contamination risks of the

process fluid and possible exposure of the monitoring

equipment to corrosive or toxic liquids

• Light-weight, hand-held instrument with large, easy to

read graphic display and switchable backlighting

• Flow range 0.1m/sec to 20m/sec bi-directional

• Two types of transducer sets supplied for use with

pipes ranging 13mm - 2000mm outside diameter

• 10 selectable operating languages

• Simple to follow dual function keypad

• Simple ‘Quick Start’ set up procedure

• Continuous flow monitoring, with ‘Totalised’ option

• Data logging with up to 98k stored data points

• Data logging can be controlled manually or set-up for

timed operation, allowing unattended operation

• Logged data can be viewed as text or graphically, with

the ability to scroll to any stored event

• RS232/USB outputs for downloading data logger

contents to PC. Live data logging also available at these

outputs

• Pulse output, 4-20mA, 0-20mA or 0-16mA output with

simple range calibration

• Rechargeable battery with up to 20hrs continuous

battery operation depending on load

• Mains/battery operation with battery management

Industries: Applications:

• Water

• Building services

• Energy management

• Power generation

• Petrochemical

• Oil/Gas

• Food/drink

• Pharmaceuticals

• Power plants

• Manufacturing

• HVAC & energy system

audits

• Pump verification

• Metering

• Process control

• Chemical addition

• Hydraulic systems

• Fire systems

• Leak detection

• Boiler testing

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet Description Utilising advanced DSP technology, the Portaflow 330 (PF330) is the latest portable flow measurement and recording system to be added to the Micronics range of equipment. The PF330 can display instantaneous fluid flow rates or velocity, together with totalised values. It also incorporates a data logger that can record up to 98k events which can be output directly to a PC or printer or stored in the instrument’s memory for downloading at a later time.
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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet Principles of Operation When ultrasound is transmitted through a liquid the speed at which the sound travels is accelerated slightly when transmitted in the same direction as the liquid flow and decelerated slightly when transmitted against it. The difference in time taken by the sound to travel over the same distance but in opposite directions is therefore proportional to the flow velocity of the liquid and can be used to calculate the flow rate.
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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet PF330 System components Test block Transducer cables (x2) (230-0007) (194-0049 Red) (194-0050 Blue) RS232 Cable Chains (x2) (194-0002) (221-0120) USB Cable Ultrasonic couplant (194-0003) (292-0008) 4-20mA/ Pulse output cable (194-0001) Guide rails (x2) (230-0013) Power supply (Batt.
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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet Application site specifications When setting-up the PF330 using the QuickStart feature, specific data concerning the pipe construction and fluid conditions must be entered into the instrument in order for it to determine the appropriate transducer selection and fitting details. Once these parameters have been entered they can (optionally) be stored as a ‘named site’ in the Portaflow’s memory and recalled if the equipment is used in the same site location in the future.
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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet Standard transducers: Optional transducers: Temperature range -20°C to +135°C Temperature range -20°C to +80°C • 'A-ST' (2MHz) – used with 13mm 115mm pipe o.d. • 'B-ST' (1MHz) – used with 50mm 2000mm pipe o.d. • 'D' (0.5MHz)* – used with 1500 mm…5000 mm pipe o.d. * Note these transducers are not part of the standard Portaflow 330 kit but can be supplied as optional equipment.
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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet Data logger specification: Logged data – Time-stamped flow rate. Units may be changed at time of download by selecting the corresponding unit on the keypad (e.g l, gals, USgals, m³). Number of data points – 98,000 (98k) logged events distributed across up to 20 sites. All free memory is allocated by demand. Programmable logging interval – 5s to 1hr. The screen updates to show the end time of memory remaining as sample units are selected.
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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet Analogue output: Pulse output: Range – 4–20mA 0–20mA 0–16mA Output type – One open collector opto-isolated digital output Resolution – 0.
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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet Electrical Supply voltage: Input voltage range – Power supply charger: 9–24Vdc Manufacturer – Model ECO-181WP12 Power consumption – 10.5W Input voltage range – 90–264Vac Battery: Input frequency range – 47–63Hz Technology – 5-cell NiMH Output voltage – 12Vdc Capacity – 3.8AHr Max. Output current – 1.5A Operating time – Typically 20 hours continuous with backlight and 4-20mA output OFF Approvals – UL, CUL, TUV, CB & CE Recharge time – 6.
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Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet Dimensions Micronics reserve the right to alter any specification without notification. PORTAFLOW™ 330 and PF330 are identical. Portaflow 330 Technical Datasheet (Issue 2.
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