Summary of Contents for Siemens SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor
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SITRANS F Electromagnetic Flowmeters SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions Edition 09/2012 Answers for industry.
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___________________ SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Introduction ___________________ Safety notes ___________________ Description SITRANS F ___________________ Installing/Mounting Electromagnetic Flowmeters ___________________ SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Connecting ___________________ Service and maintenance Operating Instructions ___________________ Troubleshooting/FAQs ___________________ Technical data ___________________ Spare parts/Accessories...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
2. Make sure the scope of delivery, and the information on the type plate corresponds to the ordering information SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
The contents of these instructions are regularly reviewed and corrections are included in subsequent editions. We welcome all suggestions for improvement. The following table shows the most important changes in the documentation compared to each previous edition. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Product information on the Internet The Operating Instructions are available on the CD-ROM shipped with the device, and on the Internet on the Siemens homepage, where further information on the range of SITRANS F flowmeters may also be found: Product information on the internet (http://www.siemens.com/flow)
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Introduction 1.3 Further Information SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Material compatibility Siemens Flow Instruments can provide assistance with the selection of wetted sensor parts. However, the full responsibility for the selection rests with the customer and Siemens Flow Instruments can take no responsibility for any failure due to material incompatibility.
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Compliance with PED directive "Pressure Equipment Directive" (PED) is mandatory for all pressure equipment sold within the EU and EFTA. Siemens Flow Instruments products complies to PED as stated in the following table. Table 2- 1 MAG 3100 PED Compliance...
● Ex de* [ia] [ib] ia ib* IIC T3-T6 Gb Ex tD A21 IP67 T**°C (** pipe temperature +13 K, but not less than 85°C) (compact mounted) * The "e" and "ib" markings on the compact version are only applicable if the "Ex e" supply/data terminal chamber option is used. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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With intrinsically safe circuits, use only certified meters appropriate for the transmitter. If a non-conforming supply unit is used, the "fail-safe" type of protection will no longer be effective and the approval certification will be invalid. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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● Sensor insulation thickness is max. 100mm (only insulated sensors). ● IEC/EN 61241-14 and 61241-17 are considered for installation in areas with combustible dust. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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Connect the devices that are operated in hazardous areas as per the stipulations applicable in the country of operation, e.g. for Ex "d" and "nA", permanent cables must be laid. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Safety notes 2.3 Certificates Certificates Certificates are posted on the Internet and on the documentation CD-ROM shipped with the device. See also Certificates (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/certificates) SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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Safety notes 2.3 Certificates SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
The SITRANS F M range of add on modules, presently including HART, Foundation Fieldbus. MODBUS RTU RS 485, PROFIBUS PA / DP and Devicenet, are all applicable with the SITRANS F M MAG 6000 transmitter. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
● Hastelloy C276 or C22 ● AISI 316Ti (1.4571) ● Platinum / Iridium ● Titanium ● Tantalum The sensors carry a wide range of approvals, see Technical data (Page 47). SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
ASIC with 23 bit signal resolution. This has eliminated the need for range switching. The dynamic range of the transmitter is therefore unsurpassed with a turn down ratio of minimum 3000:1. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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Description 3.3 Theory of operation SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Determining a location Note The sensor must always be completely filled with liquid. Figure 4-1 Correct installation with filled pipes SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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To achieve accurate flow measurement it is essential to have straight lengths of inlet and outlet pipes and a certain distance to pumps and valves. It is also important to centre the flowmeter in relation to pipe flanges and gaskets. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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4.2 Determining a location Installation in large pipes The flowmeter can be installed between two reducers (e.g. DIN 28545). At 8° the following pressure drop curves apply. The curves are applicable to water. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
A flow of 3 m/s (V) in a sensor with a diameter reduction from DN 100 to DN 80 (d = 0.8) gives a pressure drop of 2.9 mbar. Orienting the sensor The sensor operates in all orientations, but Siemens has the following recommendations: ● Vertical installation with an upwards flow Figure 4-3 Vertical orientation, upwards flow...
After only a few hours without the blanks, the liner will creep back towards its original shape and installation will be more difficult to carry out. Figure 4-5 Sensor with wooden blanks SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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Sensor with blanks ● Remove the blanks immediately before mounting the sensor Figure 4-8 Removing blanks NOTICE Do not use sharp objects to remove the blanks as this can damage the liner! SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
● Use proper gaskets according to liner type Figure 4-9 Correct installation with gaskets Vibrations Avoid strong vibrations. Figure 4-10 Avoid vibrations CAUTION In applications with strong vibrations, Siemens recommend remote mounting of the transmitter! SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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Table 4- 1 Maximum allowable torques PN 6 PN 10 PN 16 PN25 PN 40 PN 63 ANSI Cl AWWA Inch F/lb F/lb F/lb F/lb F/lb F/lb F/lb F/lb ½ 1½ 2½ SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Potential equalization with earthing electrodes Cathodic protected piping Special attention must be paid to systems with cathodic protection WARNING Use in hazardous area! Cathodic pipe protection is not allowed in hazardous areas SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Only sensors with PTFE or PFA liners Installation with earthing flanges is only relevant for sensors with PTFE or PFA liners ● Mount earthing flanges where necessary on non conductive pipes. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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● Connect the earthing flanges to the sensor with the enclosed earthing straps. Earthing strap connection on flat earthing Earthing strap connection on type E earthing rings rings Note Abrasive liquids In special cases the earthing flanges can work as inlet protection. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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4.7 Installation with earthing flanges NOTICE High temperature sensors High temperature sensors are delivered with two factory mounted earthing flanges. No further action need to be taken for potential equalisation. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
It must be marked as the disconnecting device for the equipment. Note Hazardous area applications Special requirements apply to the location and interconnection of sensor and transmitter. See "Installation in hazardous locations". SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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● The line length from the cable gland to the terminals must be kept as short as possible. Line loops in the terminal box must be avoided. ● To guarantee the IP 67 degree of protection, use cables with the required specifications. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Cable data (Page 54) Remote installation Note Remote installation only The following applies to remote installation of MAG 5000 / 6000 or MAG 6000 I. 1. Unscrew and remove terminal box lid. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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3. Fit the ½" NPT or M20 cable glands for supply and output cables. 4. Fit and connect electrode and coil cables as shown below. Sensor Electrode cable Coil cable Only required for ATEX applications SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Before commissioning it must be checked that: ● The device has been installed and connected in accordance with the guidelines provided previous in this chapter and in chapter 4 Installing/mounting . See also Connecting (Page 33) SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
● Let cure for approximately 24 hours at approximately 25°C (77°F). Curing time increases by 100% per -10°C (-18°F). Horizontal orientation Vertical orientation Note Gel can be penetrated with test instruments or be removed in case of cable replacement. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Repair and service must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only. Note Siemens defines flow sensors as non-repairable products. Recalibration Siemens A/S Flow Instruments offers to recalibrate the sensor. The following calibrations are offered as standard: ● Standard matched pair calibration Note For recalibration the memory unit must always be returned with the sensor.
Figure 6-1 Handling of sensor Unit repair NOTICE Repair and service must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only. Note Siemens defines flow sensors as non-repairable products. Technical support If you have any technical questions about the device described in these Operating Instructions and do not find the right answers, you can contact Customer Support: ●...
● Information about field service, repairs, spare parts and lots more under "Services." Additional Support Please contact your local Siemens representative and offices if you have additional questions about the device. Find your local contact partner at: http://www.automation.siemens.com/partner See also Local contact person (http://www.automation.siemens.com/partner)
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Shipments without a declaration of decontamination shall be cleaned professionally at your expense before further proceeding. You can find the forms on the Internet and on the CD delivered with the device. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
● A low megger reading would indicate the coil insulation is braking down. This is normally due to fluid ingress into the coil housing. ● Sensors with an insulation resistance down to 1 MΩ may still work satisfactorily but this is not guaranteed. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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For sensors removed from line with dry bore, use megger between terminal 82 and compression plate, and 83 and compression plate to show any water ingress behind electrodes or within enclosure. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
– Connect the electrode cable (82, 83, 0 and shield) according to the instructions in chapter Connecting (Page 33) Note Vibrating environments It is recommended to use special low noise cables for sensor sizes DN 2 and 3 installed in vibrating environments. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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Troubleshooting/FAQs 7.2 Fluctuating process values SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Ex) Test pressure 1.5 x PN (where applicable) 1.5 x PN (where applicable) 1.5 x PN (where applicable) Pressure drop at 3 m/s As straigth pipe According to 2004/108/EC SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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PN 35 (DN 50 ... 600, 35 bar (508 psi)) JIS B 2220:2004 K10 (½" ... 24") K20 (½" ... 24") Other flanges and pressure On request On request ratings SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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0.01 ... 40 bar ® (0.15 ... 580 psi) Ebonite 0.01 ... 100 bar (0.15 ... 1450 psi) Maximum operating pressure decreases with increasing operating temperature and with stainless steel flanges SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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-40 … +70 °C (-40 … +158 °F) For temperatures below -20 °C (-4 °F) AISI 304 or 316 flanges must be used Ebonite 0 … 95 °C (32 … 203 °F) SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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PED) – 97/23 conforms to PED) – 97/23 conforms to PED) – 97/23 EC1) CRN EC1) CRN EC1) CRN Material certificate EN On request On request On request 10204 3.1 SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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1) For sizes larger than 600 mm (24") in PN 16 PED conformity is available as a cost-added option. The basic unit will carry the LVD (Low Voltage Directive) and EMC approval. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
1.5 mm 0.25 mm Shield Double Color code Brown, blue, black Brown, blue, black Outside color Grey Grey Ext. diameter 7.8 mm 8.1 mm Conductor Flexible CU Flexible CU Isolation material SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
150 lb AWWA C-207 Class D 150l Process fluid conductivity Compact installation Liquids with an electrical conductivity ≥ 5 μS/cm. Remote installation Standard cable [µS/cm] Conductivity of medium [ft] Cabel length SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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:PN 35 DN 500 = 680 mm :PN 35 DN 600 = 750 mm :Not AS 4087 PN 21 or PN 35 Table 8- 18 Grounding rings Nominal size Wgt. inch inch inch inch 1½ 2½ SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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= Type C grounding ring = Type E grounding ring (included and factory-mounted on high-temperature 180 °C PTFE sensor) = Flat type grounding rings :Weights are approx. (for PN 16) without transmitter SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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Technical data 8.6 Dimensions and weight SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Spare parts/Accessories Ordering In order to ensure that the ordering data you are using is not outdated, the latest ordering data is always available on the Internet: Process instrumentation catalog (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/catalogs) SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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Spare parts/Accessories 9.1 Ordering SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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318689.6 US GPM 1000 US G US MG 1800 176115 10083.5 403341.5 US GPM 1000 US G US MG 2000 198129 12448.8 497952.5 US GPM 1000 US G US MG SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
Normenarbeitsgemeinschaft für Meß- und Regeltechnik in der Chemischen Industrie (NAMUR). NAMUR is a group representing the interests of the chemical industry which create standards for instrumentation and electrical devices used in industrial plants. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 sensor Operating Instructions, 09/2012, A5E03005599-02...
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10:1. Therefore the meter requires a turndown ratio of at least 10:1. USM II is a Communication Platform. The Siemens USM II concept enables fitting of add-on bus modules without loss of functionality: 1.