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Alicat Flow Calibrators Operating Manual

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2. p apn CAL ODD SUE 5 987 9604 P HS 1 450 J 1 484 V 700 5 200 1 1 4 NPT r 3 851 2007 1389131 7 o 2 00 MS Series o 0 3000 sipm 4X 8 32 UNC V 330 3000 slpm approximate shipping weight 4 5 Ib MS Series 0 4000 slpm 2 900 2 NPT Il Both Sides 8 282 e o 9 2395 1450 4000 slpm approximate shipping weight 12 2 Ib 63 Technical Data for PROFIBUS Meters Gauges and Controllers NOTICE The following specifications are applicable to Alicat PROFIBUS enabled meters gauges and controllers only All other operating specifications are shown in the Technical Data page for standard Alicat instruments All standard device features and functions are available and operate in accordance with the standard Alicat Scientific device operating manual provided with the device Meter or Small Valve Large Valve Spa Gauge Controller Controller Description Input Output Signal Digital PROFIBUS DP Electrical Connections DB9 Supply Voltage 7 to 30 Vdc 12 to 30 Vdc 24 to 30 Vdc 80mA 12Vdc 295mA 12Vdc Supply Current Goma 24Vdc 280mA 24Vdc 780mA 24Vdc Power and Signal Connections TOP SIDE Connect to the device using two DB9 510000011 1 5 connectors 3LOOOOJ6 2 1 NC 1 NC The
3. Pure Non Corrosive page 32 Refrigerant page 34 Stack page 39 Welding page 35 Press PAGE to view a new page in the gas category list Press SELECT to view the gases in the selected category Align the arrow with the desired gas Press SET to record your selection and return to the MAIN display The selected gas will be displayed on the screen Pure Corrosive and Refrigerant gases are only available on S Series instruments that are compatible with these gases Note Gas Select may not be available on units ordered with a custom gas or blend See pages 32 39 for a full list of gases in each category 18 COMPOSER UP DOWN gt Add Mix 20 Free CANCEL DOWN COMPOSER Mix mame BACK CHANGE CANCEL CASE EDIT ADD GAS NAME COMPOSER Mix MyGAS 4 44 of Total BACK CHANGE CANCEL CASE NEAT LETTER GAS OPTNS Composer allows you to program and save up to 20 custom gas mixes containing 2 to 5 component gases found in the gas lists pages 32 39 The minimum resolution is 0 01 Composer is accessed by selecting COMPOSER User Mixes on the GAS SELECT display Press SET when the arrow is aligned with Add Mix Name the mix by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons for letters numerals and symbols CHANGE CASE Toggles the letter case Letters remain in selected case until CHANGE CASE is pushed again Press SET to save the name After naming the mix press ADD GAS and sele
4. DB15 Pin Outs If your instrument was ordered with a DB15 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB15 wire to a DB15S equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB15 offerings along with some options for customization DB15S Pin Out Sierra Style Male Connector Front View Female Connector Front View Pin Number Function 1 Ground 2 Primary Analog Signal Output 3 N C 4 N C Ground N C N C Analog Tare meters when grounded Analog Set Point Input controllers 9 Power Supply Common Ground Check your device s calibration certificate and user manual for the actual electrical input output requirements as all instruments are custom configured to some extent NOTE Pins 1 5 9 10 and 15 are connected together inside of the device and are common grounding points N C Not Connected Open can be used for custom pin assignments please consult factory Added to allow for full use of features on Alicat devices may not be present on host wiring 78 Additional Information for Alicat CSA and ATEX Approved Devices See the following page for Special Conditions regarding the use of these units CE II3G EEx
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6. The battery can be charged through either the micro USB port or the mini DIN connector When the device is connected to external power it will function normally while the battery is charging Note If the battery has no charge a charge time of one minute will be required before the unit can be turned on Charge rates will be fastest through the micro USB port using the included power supply or equivalent The device will charge fastest when it is turned off Recharge Time 3 5 hours with 2A USB supply The micro USB port is for charging purposes only The green red indicator LED on top of the device will light up green to indicate that the unit is charging The green LED will turn off when the battery is charged and the power switch is turned to I for ON The indicator LED flashes red when the device has about 1 hour of battery life remaining The LED will flash red at a faster rate when the device has about 15 minutes of battery life remaining It is highly recommended that the device be charged immediately When the battery charge runs out the display contrast will turn to 0 and device performance is no longer guaranteed Output signals from the meter are passed through the mini DIN connector on top of the device Rechargeable battery units do not support 0 10V analog output Receiver resistance must be below 2500 Turn the power switch on top of the device to O for OFF when it is not in use Warning If the device is left ON un
7. UP DOWN gt latm 14 696 PSIA 1 bar 1BBKPa 14 58P STP ALREADY SET RETURN SET STP PRESS Display 23 SCROLL AP Sig Temp Sig DP Side DP Brdg AP Brdg Meter Fun Power Up BACK rari 39071 2986 36613 36613 199 32768 MAIN DIAG TEST This diagnostic screen displays the initial register values configured by the factory which is useful for noting factory settings prior to making any changes It is also helpful for troubleshooting with Alicat customer service personnel Select the DIAG TEST button from the MISC2 screen to viewa list of select register values Pressing the SCROLL button will cycle the display through the register screens An example screen is shown at left Press ROTATE DISP and SET to Inverted 180 if your device is inverted The display and buttons will rotate together MANUFACTURER MODEL INFO DATA ALICAT SCIENTIFIC Ph 528 298 6868 Fax 520 290 0109 MODEL SERIAL NO DATE MEG DATE CAL CAL BY SW REV M BASCCM D 100983 19572014 18 49 2814 DL Suda G Manufacturer Data is accessed by pressing the MFG DATA button on the Select Menu display The initial display shows the name and telephone number of the manufacturer Press MODEL INFO to show important information about your flow device including the model number serial number and date of manufacture Press BACK to return to the MFG DATA display Push MAIN to return to the Main disp
8. 2 You may now poll the unit by typing A followed by Enter This does an instantaneous poll of unit A and returns the values once You may type A Enter as many times as you like Alternately you could resume streaming mode by typing followed by Enter Repeat step 1 to remove the unit from the streaming mode 3 To assign the unit a new address type New Address e g B Care should be taken not to assign an address to a unit if more than one unit is on the RS 232 RS 485 line as all of the addresses will be reassigned Instead each should be individually attached to the RS 232 RS 485 line given an address and taken off After each unit has been given a unique address they can all be put back on the same line and polled individually 26 Gas Select The selected gas can be changed via RS 232 RS 485 input To change the selected gas enter the following commands In Polling Mode AddressSS lt Enter gt e g BSS lt Enter gt Where is the number of the gas selected from the table below Note that this also corresponds to the gas select menu on the flow controller screen the Standard gas category is shown in the example below GAS 0 Air Air 1 Argon Ar 2 Methane CH4 3 Carbon Monoxide co 4 Carbon Dioxide co2 5 Ethane C2H6 6 Hydrogen H2 7 Helium He 8 Nitrogen N2 9 Nitrous Oxide N20 10 Neon Ne 11 Oxygen 02 12 Propane C3H8
9. 0 20 sipm 2X 8 32 UNC v 35 100 sccm to 20 slpm approximate shipping weight 1 0 Ib 60 SSI MS Series 1 600 se 0 50 slpm 0 100 slpm 5 067 500 500 o o o o 1 4 NPT LI d and Both Sides L 4 000 8250 1 0 H i me 425 7 T 1 425 zal 4X8 32 UNC V mat 50 slpm to 100 slpm approximate shipping weight 2 4 Ib MS Series 0 250 sipm 800 11 P 800 800 __ 1 2 NPT 22 Both Sides F 4 000 mea pe 17 6 L A 1 425 Va 4X 8 32 UNC V 375 250 slpm approximate shipping weight 3 2 Ib 61 3 4 NPT 800 Both Sides OH LC 00 3 250 4 750 r 175 me MS Series e l 0 500 sipm 7 0 1000 sipm 4X8 32 UNC V 375 0 1500 sipm 500 slpm to 1500 slpm approximate shipping weight 3 5 Ib H 1 120 3 4 NPT 5 200 1 450 1 450 Both Sides m 2 500 10507 125077 I l T MS Series 5 na 0 2000 sipm 4X 8 32 UNC V 330 2000 slpm approximate shipping weight 4 5 Ib 62
10. 1250 1250 14 T 1 450 REF 2 500 a 1 7 WHISPER MW 4X 8 32 UNC V 330 r J2 600 REF 0 500 sipm MW 500 slpm approximate shipping weight 4 5Ib 58 Technical Data for Alicat MS Series Mass Flow Meters Alicat MS instruments are built for use with aggressive gases For the most part these instruments maintain the specifications of equivalently ranged M Series devices Standard Compatible Gas List for MS Series Meters 0 Air Air 23 98 Ar 2 CO2 C 2 1 Argon Ar 24 75 CO2 25 Ar C 75 2 Methane CH4 25 75 Ar 25 He HE 75 3 Carbon Monoxide co 26 75 He 25 Ar HE 25 4 Carbon Dioxide co2 90 He 7 5 Ar 5 Ethane C2H6 27 2 5 CO2 A1025 6 Hydrogen H2 Helistar A1025 7 Helium He 90 Ar 8 CO2 8 Nitrogen N2 28 2 02 Star29 9 Nitrous Oxide N20 Stargon CS 10 Neon Ne 29 95 Ar 5 CH4 P 5 11 Oxygen 02 30 Nitric Oxide NO 12 Propane C3H8 31 Nitrogen Triflouride NF3 13 normal Butane n C4H10 32 Ammonia NH3 14 Acetylene C2H2 33 Chlorine Gas cl2 15 Ethylene C2H4 34 Hydrogen Sulfide H2S 16 iso Butane i C4H10 35 Sulfur Dioxide so2 17 Krypton Kr 36 Propylene C3H6 18 Xenon Xe In addition the following gases are 19 Sulfur Hexafluoride SF6 available upon request 20 75 Ar 25 CO2 C 25 Nitrogen Dioxide to 0 5 NO2 21 90 Ar 10 CO2 C 10 in an inert carrier 22 92 Ar 8 CO2 C 8 Refrigeran
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12. Vdc Analog Input Signal 4 20mA 5Vdc or 10Vdc short to ground ERE ial 3 o 5 Vdc Output Signal or 0 10 Vdc optional Not Connected Ground common for power digital communications analog signals and alarms Ground common for power digital communications analog signals and alarms 7 Serial RS 232RX or RS 485 8 Serial RS 232TX or RS 485 ME Not Connected Note The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers with the DB9N connector The availability of different output signals depends on the options ordered Optional configurations are noted on the unit s calibration sheet Do not connect RS 485 to RS 232 units or cables Damage will occur Check part number or contact factory to verify RS 485 functionality gt Due to variance in cable manufacturing please identify proper wiring pins via continuity check amp color when using blunt cut multi strand cables 69 gt If your instrument was ordered with a DB9 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram DBOR Pin out The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB9 wire to a DB9R equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB9R offerings along with some options for customization Male Connector Front View Fem
13. 13 normal Butane n C4H10 14 Acetylene C2H2 15 Ethylene C2H4 16 iso Butane i C2H10 17 Krypton Kr 18 Xenon Xe 19 Sulfur Hexafluoride SF6 20 75 Argon 25 CO2 C 25 21 90 Argon 10 CO2 C 10 22 92 Argon 8 CO2 C 8 23 98 Argon 2 CO2 C2 24 75 CO2 25 Argon C 75 25 75 Argon 25 Helium HE 75 26 75 Helium 25 Argon HE 25 90 Helium 7 5 Argon 2 5 CO2 22 Praxair Helistar A1025 alo a 90 Argon 8 CO2 2 Oxygen 22 Praxair Stargon CS SR 29 95 Argon 5 Methane P 5 For example to select Propane enter 12 lt Enter gt 27 Collecting Data The RS 232 RS 485 output updates to the screen many times per second Very short term events can be captured simply by disconnecting there are two telephone symbol icons at the top of the HyperTerminal screen for disconnecting and connecting immediately after the event in question The scroll bar can be driven up to the event and all of the data associated with the event can be selected copied and pasted into Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet program as described below For longer term data it is useful to capture the data in a text file With the desired data streaming to the screen select Capture Text from the Transfer Menu Type in the path and file name you wish to use Push the start button When the data collection period is complete simply select Capture Text from the Transfer Menu and select Stop from the sub menu that ap
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15. K 1 450 Both Sides F 2 500 1259 12507 i o 6 T 1 450 REF 2 900 z M Series 0 2000 sipm 7 i 4X 8 32 UNC V 330 E 2 600 REF 2000 slpm approximate shipping weight 4 5 Ib 53 2 900 5 287 1 450 J 1 484 V 700 5 200 1 1 4 NPT 3 85 1 350 20 2 n 6 TO 2 700 M Series Ew 2 0 3000 sipm 4X 8 32 UNC V 330 3000 slpm approximate shipping weight 4 5 Ib M Series 0 4000 slpm VO Both Sides UT lele 7 582 5 6 0 I9 e o Je 2295 2295 lo o o o st vaso 4000 slpm approximate shipping weight 12 2 Ib 54 Technical Data for WHISPER Low Pressure Drop Mass Flow Meters 0 to 0 5 sccm Full Scale through 0 to 500 sipm Full Scale Standard Operating Specifications Contact Alicat for available options Performance Accuracy at calibration conditions after tare Whisper Mass Flow Meter 0 8 of Reading 0 2 of Full Scale High Accuracy at calibration conditions after tare 0 4 of Reading 0 2 of Full Scale High Accuracy option not available for units ranged under 5 sccm or over 500 sipm Accuracy for Bidirectional Meters at calibrat
16. SET when you are satisfied Press CANCEL to return to the MISC display 22 DIAG ROTATE TEST DISP STP STP TEMP PRESS MISC2 will display as shown at left STP refers to the functions that allow selection of standard temperature and pressure conditions This feature is generally useful for comparison purposes to other devices or systems using different STP parameters The STP menu is comprised of the STP TEMP and STP PRESS screens STP TEMP allows you to select from seven standard temperature protocols The arrow position will automatically default to the currently stored value Once a selection has been made and recorded using the SET button a change acknowledgement message will be displayed on screen Selecting RETURN will revert screen to the Main display If the SET selection is already the currently stored value a message indicating that fact will appear STP PRESS enables you to select from one of two standard pressure settings The arrow position will automatically default to the currently stored value Once a selection has been made and recorded using the SET button a change acknowledgement message will be displayed on screen Selecting RETURN will revert screen to the Main display If the SET selection is already the currently stored value a message indicating that fact will appear DOWN ac 15 C 15 56 C 6AF 28 C gt 21 11 C TBF 25 C arc STP CHANGED 21 11 C RETURN STP TEMP Display
17. Tables explanation on page 31 41 Maintenance and Recalibration General M Series Flow Meters require minimal maintenance They have no moving parts The single most important thing that affects the life and accuracy of these devices is the quality of the gas being measured The meter is designed to measure CLEAN DRY NON CORROSIVE gases Moisture oil and other contaminants can affect the laminar flow elements We recommend the use of in line sintered filters to prevent large particulates from entering the measurement head of the instrument Suggested maximum particulate sizes are as follows 5 microns for units with FS flow ranges of 0 1 sccm or less 20 microns for units with FS flow ranges between 0 2 sccm and 0 1 slpm 50 microns for units with FS flow ranges of 0 1 slpm or more Recalibration The recommended period for recalibration is once every year A label located on the back of the meter lists the most recent calibration date The meter should be returned to the factory for recalibration within one year from the listed date Before calling to schedule a recalibration please note the serial number on the back of the meter The Serial Number Model Number and Date of Manufacture are also available on the Model Info display page 24 Cleaning M Series Flow Meters require no periodic cleaning If necessary the outside of the meter can be cleaned with a soft dry cloth Avoid excess moisture or solvents For repair rec
18. assignments please consult factory Added to allow for full use of features on Alicat devices may not be present on host wiring 76 DB15 Pin Outs If your instrument was ordered with a DB15 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB15 wire to a DB15H equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB15 offerings along with some options for customization DB15H Pin Out Hastings H Style Male Connector Front View Female Connector Front View N C RS 232 RX receive or RS 485 N C N C Ground Primary Analog Signal Output Power Supply Common N C C Analog Tare meters when grounded Analog Set Point Input controllers RS 232 TX send or RS 485 Check your device s calibration certificate and user manual for the actual electrical input output requirements as all instruments are custom configured to some extent NOTE Pins 5 7 and 12 are connected together inside of the device and are common grounding points N C Not Connected Open can be used for custom pin assignments please consult factory Added to allow for full use of features on Alicat devices may not be present on host wiring 77
19. female top connection is PROFIBUS 2 OPT GND 2 RS232RX The male connection on the side is power and 1 a RS232TX RS 232 or RS 485 5 DGD 5 GND Pin out diagrams for all PROFIBUS enabled SER due 3 NG ae 5 H o 7 to Alicat devices are shown 8 D 5 END 9 NC 9 NC 1 8 NPT Both Sides LI el I 525 1 05 2x 8 32 UNC Y 350 35 MC 1SLPM PROFIBUS PROFIBUS MC1SLPM shown to provide PROFIBUS connector dimensions only Flow body and valve dimensions will vary with range Please see Alicat s device specifications for complete dimensions PROFIBUS units do not have a display screen 64 Eight Pin Mini DIN Connector Pin Outs If your Alicat Instrument was ordered with the standard Eight Pin Mini DIN connection please be sure to reference the following pin out diagram Standard 8 Pin Mini DIN Pin Out Mini DIN cable color Inactive or optional 4 20mA Primary Output Signal 2 Static 5 12 Vdc or optional Secondary Analog Output 4 20mA Brown 5Vdc 10Vdc or Basic Alarm Serial RS 232RX RS 485 Input Signal receive a Meters Gauges Remote Tare Ground to Tare Controllers Analog Set Point Input Oranje Serial RS 232TX RS 485 Output Signal send Yellow 6 0 5 Vdc or optional 0 10 Vdc Output Signal Power In as described above Ground common for power digital c
20. for each device can be found on pages 50 through 64 Please contact Alicat at 1 888 290 6060 or info alicat com if you have any questions regarding the use or operation of this device Many Alicat meters are built for specific applications Two meters with the same flow range and part number may look and act quite differently depending upon the application the meter was built for Care should be taken when moving a meter from one application to another You can find a number of instructional videos related to the operation of this device by visiting the Alicat web site or scanning the QR code below http www alicat com support instructional videos ABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING STARTED Page 6 MOUNTIN e_ POWER AND SIGNAL CONNECTIONS 8 INPUTSIGNAS 9 Analog Input Signal _ Gas Absolute Pressure 15 Tareing via RS 232 or RS 485 Changing from Streaming to Polling Mode Pressure Averaging TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 33 41 42 43 44 45 Accessories 48 Locking Industrial Connector Pin0ut 66 73 DB15 Pin Out Diagrams Information for CSA and ATEX Labeled Devices GETTING STARTED Power Jack 8 Pin Mini DIN BB 8 888 38 4 GAO a Display Screen Inlet Connection Port Flow Direction Arrow Medium Mass Flow Meter MOUNTING M Series Gas Flow Meters have holes on the bottom for mounting to flat panels See pages 50 64 M Series Me
21. in lieu of all other relevant warranties expressed or implied including the implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose and any warranty against infringement of any patent Continued use or possession of Products after expiration of the applicable warranty period stated above shall be conclusive evidence that the warranty is fulfilled to the full satisfaction of Buyer Alicat makes no warranty as to experimental non standard or developmental Products Accessories purchased from Alicat are not covered by this warranty Conformity Supplemental Information The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC and the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and carries the CE Marking accordingly Contact the manufacturer for more information Gas Viscosity Density and Compressibility Absolute Density Compressibility Absolute Density Compressibility Viscosity 25 C 25 C Viscosity 25 C 25 C 25 C 14 696PSIA 14 696PSIA 25 C 14 696PSIA 14 696PSIA 0 Air Air 184 8989 1 1840 0 9997 20 75 Ar 25 CO2 C 25 206 9763 1 6766 0 9987 1 Argon Ar 226 2399 1 6339 0 9994 21 90 Ar 10 CO2 C 10 218 6026 1 6509 0 9991 2 Methane CH4 110 7595 0 6569 0 9982 22 92 Ar 8 CO2 C 8 220 1352 1 6475 0 9992 3 Carbon Monoxide CO 176 4933 1 1453 0
22. or digital signal outputs CONTRAST MAIN ZERO BAND can be adjusted between 0 and 3 2 of the sensor s Full Scale FS Press ZERO BAND Then use SELECT to choose the digit with the arrow and the UP and DOWN buttons to change the value Press SET to record your value Press CLEAR to return to zero DOUN SELECT Pressure Averaging and Flow Averaging may be useful to make it easier to read and interpret H A rapidly fluctuating pressures and flows Pressure and flow averaging can be adjusted between 1 no averaging and 256 maximum averaging SMER CEERR These are geometric running averages where the number between 1 and 256 can be considered roughly equivalent to the response time constant in milliseconds This can be effective at smoothing high frequency process oscillations such as those caused by diaphragm pumps Press PRESS AVG Then use SELECT to choose the digit with the arrow and the UP and DOWN buttons to change the value Press SET to record your value Press CLEAR to return to zero Press FLOW AVG Then use SELECT to choose the digit with the arrow and the UP and DOWN buttons to change the value Press SET to record your value Press CLEAR to return to zero Setting a higher number will equal a smoother display LCD CONTRAST The display contrast can be CANCEL RES T adjusted between 0 and 30 with zero being the lightest and 30 being the darkest Use the UP and DOWN buttons to adjust the contrast Press
23. program how often to read a line from the script file you ve created 1000 milliseconds is one second so if you want a line of data every 30 seconds you would enter 30000 into the box If you want a line every 5 minutes you would enter 300000 into the box 15 When you have entered the value you want click on OK and OK in the Properties dialog box 16 Go the Transfer menu and select Send Text File NOT Send File 17 Browse and select the text script file you created 18 Click Open 19 The program will begin executing your script file reading one line at a time with the line delay you specified and the flow device will respond by sending one line of data for each poll it receives when it receives it You can also capture the data to another file as described in the manual under Collecting Data You will be simultaneously sending it a script file and capturing the output to a separate file for analysis Operating Principle All M Series Gas Flow Meters and MC Series Gas Flow Controllers are based on the accurate measurement of volumetric flow The volumetric flow rate is determined by creating a pressure drop across a unique internal restriction known as a Laminar Flow Element LFE and measuring differential pressure across it The restriction is designed so that the gas molecules are forced to move in parallel paths along the entire length of the passage hence laminar streamline flow is establi
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26. 0133 1 4 6mm s gt 6M0 14 Male M5 10 32 Buna N O ring face seal to 1 8 Female NPT 49 Technical Data for Alicat M Mass Flow Meters 0 to 0 5 sccm Full Scale through 0 to 4000 sipm Full Scale Standard Operating Specifications Contact Alicat for available options Performance M Series Mass Flow Meter Accuracy at calibration conditions 0 8 of Reading 0 2 of Full Scale after tare High Accuracy at calibration conditions 0 4 of Reading 0 2 of Full Scale after tare High Accuracy option not available for units ranged under 5 sccm or over 500 sipm Accuracy for Bidirectional Meters o i o iti i at calibration conditions after tare 0 8 of reading 0 2 of total span from positive full scale to negative full scale Repeatability 0 2 Full Scale Zero Shift and Span Shift 0 02 Full Scale Celsius Atm Operating Range Turndown Ratio 0 5 to 100 Full Scale 200 1 Turndown Maximum Measurable Flow Rate 128 Full Scale Typical Response Time 10 ms Adjustable Warm up Time lt 1 Second Mass Reference Conditions STP 25 C amp 14 696 psia standard others available on request Operating Temperature 10 to 50 Celsius Humidity Range Non Condensing 0 to 100 Maximum Pressure 145 psig Mounting Attitude Sensitivity None Ingress Protection IP40 303 amp 302 Stainless Steel Viton Silicone RTV Rubber Glass Reinforced Nylon Menea Masas Aluminu
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28. 5 input signal connect the RS 232 RS 485 Output Signal Pin 5 the RS 232 RS 485 Input Signal Pin 3 and Ground Pin 8 to your computer serial port as shown below See page 25 for details on accessing RS 232 RS 485 input 8 Pin MiniDIN Cable End 8 Pin MiniDIN Connector 9 Pin Serial Connection 8 Pin MiniDIN Connection Pin Function Function Pin 5 Ground Ground 8 DB9 to Mini DIN Connection for RS 232 RS 485 Signals Communication Set Up http www alicat com support instructional videos 10 OUTPUT SIGNALS RS 232 RS 485 Digital Output Signal To use the RS 232 or RS 485 output signal it is necessary to connect the RS 232 RS 485 Output Signal Pin 5 the RS 232 RS 485 Input Signal Pin 3 and Ground Pin 8 to your computer serial port as shown on page 8 See page 25 for details on accessing RS 232 RS 485 output Standard Voltage 0 5 Vdc Output Signal M Series flow meters equipped with a 0 5 Vdc optional 0 10 Vdc will have this output signal available on Pin 6 This output is generally available in addition to other optionally ordered outputs This voltage is usually in the range of 0 010 Vdc for zero flow and 5 0 Vdc for full scale flow The output voltage is linear over the entire range Ground for this signal is common on Pin 8 Optional 0 10 Vdc Output Signal If your meter was ordered with a 0 10 Vdc output signal it will be available on Pin 6 Se
29. 500 sccm 0 1 sipm 0 2 slpm 2X 8 32 UNC 2B v 350 TO sim 0 20 sipm 100 sccm to 20 slpm approximate shipping weight 1 0 Ib 51 rep 4 367 ee 5001 ezo o o 1 4 NPT 800 4 Both sides 4 000 3 250 4 r 750 475 o JI I 1 425 o 4X 8 32 UNC V md 50 slpm to 100 slpm approximate shipping weight 2 4 Ib 1 600 000 a Gm EZ QOO 4 967 800 oo He 1 2 NPT m 2 Both Sides 800 4X 8 32 UNC v 375 250 slpm approximate shipping weight 3 2 Ib 52 M Series 0 50 slpm 0 100 sipm OH 500 L 800 M Series 0 250 sipm o o w o 800 Le 1 600 e ee e 4 967 ee 800 ral Qj 800 oS oL 3 4 NPT o o 800 1 Both sides L 4 000 4 ae 800 3 250 4 nm nS 175 za 4X8 32UNC V se 1 495 M Series al 0 500 sipm 0 1000 sipm 0 1500 sipm 500 slpm to 1500 slpm approximate shipping weight 3 5 Ib 2 900 5 287 LS 3 e e 1 120 E C41 1 450 3 4 NPT 5 200
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32. An AC to DC adapter which converts line AC power to DC voltage and current as specified below is required to use the power jack Meters require a 7 30 Vdc power supply with a 2 1 mm female positive center plug capable of supplying at least 100mA Note 4 20mA analog output requires at least 15 Vdc Standard 8 Pin Mini DIN Pin Out Mini DIN cable color Not Connected or optional 4 20mA Primary Output Signal Static 5 12 Vdc or optional Secondary Analog Output 4 20mA 5Vdc 10Vdc or Basic Alarm Serial RS 232RX RS 485 Input Signal receive Red Meters Gauges Remote Tare Ground to Tare dice Controllers Analog Set Point Input 8 Serial RS 232TX RS 485 Output Signal send 6 0 5 Vdc or optional 0 10 Vdc Output Signal Brown Power In as described above Ground common for power digital communications analog signals Purple and alarms P Note The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers with the Mini DIN connector The availability of different output signals depends on the options ordered Optional configurations are noted on the unit s calibration sheet CAUTION Do NOT CONNECT POWER TO PINS 1 THROUGH 6 AS PERMANENT DAMAGE CAN OCCUR E It is common to mistake Pin 2 labeled 5 12 Vdc Output as the standard 0 5 Vdc gt analog output signal In fact Pin 2 is normally a constant 5 12 Vdc that reflects the system bus voltage and can be used as a source for the set poi
33. OWERED SYSTEMS ALWAYS USE A SIGNAL ISOLATOR AND A SEPARATE POWER SUPPLY CAUTION DO NOT CONNECT THIS DEVICE TO LOOP POWERED 11 SYSTEMS AS THIS WILL DESTROY PORTIONS OF THE CIRCUITRY AND VOID THE WARRANTY IF YOU MUST INTERFACE WITH EXISTING LOOP POWERED SYSTEMS ALWAYS USE A SIGNAL ISOLATOR AND A SEPARATE POWER SUPPLY CAUTION Do NOT CONNECT THIS DEVICE TO LOOP POWERED Purple Ground WW EOS Female Serial Cable Front Typical Multiple Device Addressable Wiring Configuration gt The easiest way to connect multiple devices is with a Multi Drop Box see page 46 12 Information for Alicat TFT Color Display Instruments Alicat TFT color display instruments have a high contrast back lit LCD display TFT instruments operate in accordance with Alicat standard operating instructions for our monochrome menus and displays with the following differences Multi Color Display Color Codes GREEN Green labels identify the parameters and or adjustments associated with the button directly above or below the label WHITE The color of each parameter is displayed in white while operating under normal conditions RED The color of a parameter is displayed in red when operating conditions for that parameter exceed 128 of the device s specifications YELLOW Yellow is the equivalent of the selection arrow on the monochrome display LCD Contrast LCD contrast is ranged from 1 to 11 on col
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35. SAE connections upon request 1 Compatible with Beswick Swagelok tube Parker face seal push connect and compression adapter fittings VCR and 2 Shipped with M 5 10 32 Male Buna N O ring face seal to 1 8 Female NPT fittings 55 9 o or FT 925 po 2X 8 32 UNC v 35 MW 10 slpm approximate shipping weight 1 4 Ib 56 WHISPER MW 1 050 d 0 0 5 sccm 0 1 sccm 0 2 sccm OO OO 0 5 sccm SA 0 10 sccm 0 20 sccm OOO 3 897 336 s 336 LF Re 2 pri k 2375 4 Sen M5X0 8 10 32 UNF 7 625 Both Sides 2 225 150 ps TT obs Eod 2X 8 32 UNC V 175 MW 0 5 sccm to 20 sccm approximate shipping weight 0 8lb 1 050 ee rel 4 067 gt WHISPER MW 3507 lo la r 350 z Os 0 50 sccm 525 IEP 2 375 0 100 sccm Both Sides Lol 525 0 200 sccm 2 225 34 0 500 sccm S 150 pe 0 1 sipm ere xd 0 2 sipm ji 0 5 slpm 2X 8 32 UNC V 350 MW 50 sccm to 5 slpm approximate shipping weight 1 0lb 1050 ep eo 4 207 oo oo Im H 1 4 NPT 9 358 Both Sides 2 625 4 mu 525 2
36. SCIENTIFIC p 7 E D amp H D d gnu Ww gt FULL TECHNICAL SUPPORT LIFETIME WARRANTY SCIENTIFIC RECALIBRATION Your Alicat instrument is a precision device and Alicat strongly recommends that you send it to us on a yearly basis for recalibration A yearly recalibration does a few things P Itinsures that your unit is functioning according to specification gt Contamination may cause the instrument to measure flow improperly Recalibration insures the instrument is clean and free from debris gt Recalibration maintains your LIFETIME WARRANTY Sending your unit for recalibration is easy and inexpensive Recalibrations are usually shipped within five days of receipt so it s fast too Please keep the original box to return your Alicat instrument for recalibration For more information regarding recalibration see page 34 ACCESSORIES Now that you have your Alicat instrument are you sure you ve got everything you need Alicat accessories can make your job easier Many of our customers also order gt Power Supplies A universal wall power supply that makes it easy to power your Alicat unit just about anywhere in the world gt BB9 Alicat s multi drop box that allows easy connection of up to nine Alicat instruments to a single USB RS 232 or RS 485 port gt MD8DB9 An RS 232 to 8 pin Mini DIN cable to connect your Alicat instrument to a computer A variety of other cables are also avai
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38. ale Connector Front View Ground Primary Analog Signal Output Ground N C Power Supply Vdc N C N C Analog Tare meters when grounded Analog Set Point Input controllers Power Supply Common Ground Secondary Analog Signal Output fixed 5 12Vdc N C Check your device s calibration certificate and user manual for the actual electrical input output requirements as all instruments are custom configured to some extent NOTE Pins 1 3 9 10 and 14 are connected together inside of the device and are common grounding points N C Not Connected Open can be used for custom pin assignments please consult factory 73 DB15 Pin Outs If your instrument was ordered with a DB15 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB15 wire to a DB15A equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB15 offerings along with some options for customization DB15A Pin Out Aalborg XFM Style Ground Primary Analog Signal Output Analog Tare meters when grounded Analog Set Point Input controllers Ground Power Supply Common Power Supply Vdc RS 232 Tx send RS 485 A receive RS 232 Rx receive RS 485 A sen
39. ale Connector Front View Serial RS 232TX or RS 485 0 5 Vdc Output Signal or 0 10 Vdc optional Analog Input Signal 4 20mA 5Vdc or 10Vdc short to ground for remote tare function on non controllers 4 Ground common for power digital communications analog signals and alarms Not Connected 6 Serial RS 232RX or RS 485 Power In Vdc Ground common for power digital communications analog signals and alarms Ground common for power digital communications analog signals and alarms Note The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers with the DB9R connector The availability of different output signals depends on the options ordered Optional configurations are noted on the unit s calibration sheet Do not connect RS 485 to RS 232 units or cables Damage will occur Check part number or contact factory to verify RS 485 functionality gt Due to variance in cable manufacturing please identify proper wiring pins via continuity check amp color when using blunt cut multi strand cables 70 gt If your instrument was ordered with a DB9 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram DBOT Pin out The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB9 wire to a DB9T equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominator
40. alibration or recycling of this product contact Alicat Scientific Inc 7641 N Business Park Drive Tucson Arizona 85743 USA Phone 520 290 6060 Fax 520 290 0109 e mail info alicat com Web site www alicat com 42 Option Totalizing Mode Meters can be purchased with the Totalizing Mode option This option adds an additional mode screen that displays the total flow normally in the units of the main flow screen that has passed through the device since the last time the totalizer was cleared The Totalizing Mode screen is accessed by pushing the TOTAL button on the MAIN display TOTAL TIMER Pushing the TOTAL TIMER TIMER 8 9 button will cycle the large numbers on the Wada display between total mass and time elapsed Rollover The customer can also specify at the M 0000 00 00 time of order what the totalizer is to do when the maximum count is reached The following BACK RESET MENU options may be specified No Rollover When the counter reaches the maximum count it stops counting until the counter is cleared Rollover When the counter reaches the maximum count it automatically rolls over to zero and continues counting until the counter is cleared Rollover with Notification When the counter reaches the maximum count it automatically rolls over to zero displays an overflow error and continues counting until the counter is cleared TOTAL MASS The counter can have as many as seven digits At the t
41. atures under 100 Celsius In these applications we recommend our custom gauge calibration at a gas temperature of up to 70 Celsius This will reduce zero shift errors that occur when actual gas flow temperatures deviate substantially from the gas calibration temperature This configuration is also used in integrations that require a compact flow package at the installation point Option Remote Panel Display Our Remote Display option offers the flexibility of using Alicat s display with units that are embedded inside processes or instrument enclosures The Remote Display retains all of the same features as our standard display The Remote Display is ideal for e OEMs Remote Panel Mounting e Embedded Systems e Gas Panels e Fuel Cell Test Stations e Leak Detection Systems e Artificial Environments 45 Accessory BB9 Multi Drop Box The BB9 Multi Drop Box makes it convenient to wire multiple flow and or pressure devices to a single RS 232 or RS 485 port Now available with a USB interface The Multi Drop Box has nine 8 pin mini DIN ports available The ports are to be used with a standard double ended 8 pin mini DIN DC 62 style cable going from the box to each flow or pressure device A single DB9 D SUB type connector COM PORT connects using the included cable to the serial connector on a PC or laptop All of the flow and or pressure devices are powered via a terminal block on the front of the box If more
42. ct the gas category and the component gas Select the digit with arrow and adjust the with the UP and DOWN buttons Press set to save Add up to 4 more gases as needed The total must equal 100 or an error message will appear GAS OPTNS allows you to adjust the percentage of the constituents or delete a gas from the mix Gas mixes cannot be adjusted after they have been saved 19 DOWN SELECT DIGIT Percent of Air JAHH BACK CANCEL CLEAR DOWN SELECT DIGIT Percent of He Helium 26 66 BACK CANCEL CLEAR CREATE CREATE NEU SIMILAR COMPOSER USER MIX MyGas HAS BEEN SAVED SELECT MIXTURE DOWN SELECT DIGIT Percent of Ar Argon 38 81 BACK CANCEL CLEAR EDIT ADD GAS GAS NAME OPTNS COMPOSER Mix MyGAS 50x Air 36 AR Argon 20 He Helium 166 64 Total CANCEL Once the mix has been saved you may press CREATE SIMILAR to compose an additional mix based on the mix you have just saved This CREATE SIMILAR option is not available after leaving this screen Press CREATE NEW to add a completely new mix Press SELECT MIXTURE to bring the custom mix onto the MAIN display 20 COMMUNICATION SELECT UNIT ID A UNIT ID C C BACK RESET A DOM 1921414 Access Communication Select by pressing the button above RS232 COMM or RS485 COMM on the Select Menu display Unit ID Valid unit identifiers are the letters A Z and The identifier allows you to a
43. d Check your device s calibration certificate and user manual for the actual electrical input output requirements as all instruments are custom configured to some extent Added to allow for full use of features on Alicat devices may not be present on host wiring NOTE Pins 1 4 5 6 and 9 are connected together inside of the device and are common grounding points N C Not Connected Open can be used for custom pin assignments please consult factory 74 DB15 Pin Outs If your instrument was ordered with a DB15 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB15 wire to a DB15B equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB15 offerings along with some options for customization DB15B Pin Out Brooks Style Male Connector Front View Female Connector Front View Function Ground Primary Analog Signal Output N C N C Power Supply Vdc N C N C Analog Tare meters when grounded Analog Set Point Input controllers Power Supply Common Ground Secondary Analog Signal Output fixed 5 12Vdc RS 232 TX send or RS 485 Check your device s calibration certificate and user manual for the actual electrical input output req
44. e the Calibration Data Sheet that shipped with your meter to determine which output signals were ordered This voltage is usually in the range of 0 010 Vdc for zero flow and 10 0 Vdc for full scale flow The output voltage is linear over the entire range Ground for this signal is common on Pin 8 Optional Current 4 20 mA Output Signal If your meter was ordered with a 4 20 mA current output signal it will be available on Pin 1 See the Calibration Data Sheet that shipped with your meter to determine which output signals were ordered The current signal is 4 mA at O flow and 20 mA at the meter s full scale flow The output current is linear over the entire range Ground for this signal is common on Pin 8 Current output units require 15 30Vdc power Optional 2nd Analog Output Signal You may specify an optional 2nd analog output on Pin 2 at time of order See the Calibration Data Sheet that shipped with your meter to determine which output signals were ordered This output may be a 0 5 Vdc 0 10 Vdc or 4 20 mA analog signal that can represent any measured parameter With this optional output a meter could output the mass flow rate 0 5 Vdc on pin 6 and the absolute pressure 0 5 Vdc on pin 2 If your device is CSA ATEX approved or equipped with the optional six pin industrial connector please contact Alicat SYSTEMS AS THIS WILL DESTROY PORTIONS OF THE CIRCUITRY AND VOID THE WARRANTY IF YOU MUST INTERFACE WITH EXISTING LOOP P
45. e the meter is intended for positive flow it will read negative flow with reasonable accuracy but not to the full scale flow rate it is not calibrated for bi directional flow and no damage will result Meter does not agree with another meter have in line Volumetric meters are affected by pressure drops Volumetric flow meters should not be compared to mass flow meters Mass flow meters can be compared against one another provided there are no leaks between the two meters and they are set to the same standard temperature and pressure Both meters must also be calibrated or set for the gas being measured M Series mass flow meters are normally set to Standard Temperature and Pressure conditions of 25 C and 14 696 psia Note it is possible to special order meters with a customer specified set of standard conditions The calibration sheet provided with each meter lists its standard conditions When performing this comparison it is best to use the smallest transition possible between the two devices Using small transitions will minimize lag and dead volume 40 Flow flutters or is jumpy The meters are very fast and will pick up any actual flow fluctuations such as from a diaphragm pump etc Also inspect the inside of the upstream connection for debris such a Teflon tape shreds Note M Series meters feature a programmable geometric running average GRA that can aid in allowing a rapidly fluctuating flow to be read see Pressure Av
46. eraging and Flow Averaging page 20 The output signal is lower than the reading at the display This can occur if the output signal is measured some distance from the meter as voltage drops in the wires increase with distance Using heavier gauge wires especially in the ground wire can reduce this effect RS 232 RS 485 Serial Communications is not responding Check that your meter is powered and connected properly Be sure that the port on the computer to which the meter is connected is active Confirm that the port settings are correct per the RS 232 instructions in this manual Check the RS 232 RS 485 communications select screen for current meter readings Close Hyperterminal and reopen it Reboot your PC See pages 10 11 and 25 for more information on RS 232 RS 485 signals and communications Slower response than specified M Series Meters feature a programmable Geometric Running Average GRA Depending on the full scale range of the meter it may have the GRA set to enhance the stability readability of the display which would result in slower perceived response time Please see Pressure Averaging and Flow Averaging on page 20 Jumps to zero at low flow M Series Meters feature a programmable zero deadband The factory setting is usually 0 5 of full scale This can be adjusted between NONE and 3 2 of full scale See page 20 Discrepancies between old and new units Please see Standard Gas Data
47. erally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB9 wire to a DB9A equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DBON offerings along with some options for customization Ground common for power digital communications analog signals and alarms Serial RS 232RX or RS 485 Note The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers with the DB9A connector The availability of different output signals depends on the options ordered Optional configurations are noted on the unit s calibration sheet Do not connect RS 485 to RS 232 units or cables Damage will occur Check part number or contact factory to verify RS 485 functionality gt Due to variance in cable manufacturing please identify proper wiring pins via continuity check amp color when using blunt cut multi strand cables 68 gt If your instrument was ordered with a DB9 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram DBON Pin out The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB9 wire to a DB9N equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DBON offerings along with some options for customization Male Connector Front View Female Connector Front View 1 Power In
48. he following strings In Polling Mode AddressSSV Enter e g BSSV lt Enter gt Changing From Streaming to Polling Mode When the meter is in the Streaming Mode RS 485 units do not have a streaming mode the screen is updated approximately 10 60 times per second depending on the amount of data on each line so that the user sees the data essentially in real time It is sometimes desirable and necessary when using more than one unit on a single RS 232 line to be able to poll the unit In Polling Mode the unit measures the flow normally but only sends a line of data when it is polled Each unit can be given its own unique identifier or address Unless otherwise specified each unit is shipped with a default address of capital A Other valid addresses are B thru Z Once you have established communication with the unit and have a stream of information filling your screen 1 Type A followed by Enter or using the RS 232 RS 485 communication select menu select A as identifier and exit the screen to stop the streaming mode of information Note that the flow of information will not stop while you are typing and you will not be able to read what you have typed Also the unit does not accept a backspace or delete in the line so it must be typed correctly If in doubt simply hit enter and start again If the unit does not get exactly what it is expecting it will ignore it If the line has been typed correctly the data will stop
49. iew Serial RS 232RX or RS 485 0 5 Vdc Output Signal or 0 10 Vdc optional Power In Vdc signals and alarms Not Connected Analog Input Signal 4 20mA 5Vdc or 10Vdc short to ground EN FA signals and alarms Ground common for power digital communications analog ES signals and alarms 9 Serial RS 232TX or RS 485 Note The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers with the DB9U connector The availability of different output signals depends on the options ordered Optional configurations are noted on the unit s calibration sheet Do not connect RS 485 to RS 232 units or cables Damage will occur Check part number or contact factory to verify RS 485 functionality gt Due to variance in cable manufacturing please identify proper wiring pins via continuity check amp color when using blunt cut multi strand cables 72 DB15 Pin Outs If your instrument was ordered with a DB15 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB15 wire to a DB15 equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB15 offerings along with some options for customization DB15 Pin Out Alicat Style 00000000 9000Q0Q Male Connector Front View Fem
50. ime of order the customer must specify the range This directly affects the maximum count For instance if a range of 1 100ths of a liter is specified on a meter which is totalizing in liters the maximum count would be 99999 99 liters If the same unit were specified with a 1 liter range the maximum count would be 9999999 liters ELAPSED TIME The small numbers below the mass total show the elapsed time since the last reset in hours minutes and seconds The maximum measurable elapsed time is 9999 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds The hours count resets when RESET is pushed an RS 232 or RS 485 clear is executed or on loss of power Press ELAPSED TIME to show this as the primary display RESET The counter can be reset to zero at any time by pushing the RESET button To clear the counter via RS 232 or RS 485 establish serial communication with the meter or controller as described in the RS 232 or RS 485 section of the manual To reset the counter enter the following commands In Polling addressable Mode AddressSST Enter e g BSST lt Enter gt 43 Alicat Portable Meters and Gauges Alicat Rechargeable Flow Meters and Pressure Gauges use a Li lon 3 7V cell located in the top section of the device The Li lon cell must not be removed Normal battery life of a fully charged cell is 18 hours with a monochrome display or 5 hours with a TFT color display when the backlight is set to 10 Dimming the backlight will increase battery life
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52. ion conditions after tare 0 8 of reading 0 2 of total span from positive full scale to negative full scale Repeatability 0 2 Full Scale Zero Shift and Span Shift 0 02 Full Scale Celsius Atm Operating Range Turndown Ratio 0 5 to 100 Full Scale 200 1 Turndown Maximum Measurable Flow Rate 128 Full Scale Typical Response Time 10 ms Adjustable Warm up Time lt 1 Second Operating Conditions Mass Reference Conditions STP Whisper Mass Flow Meter 25 C 8 14 696 psia standard others available on request Operating Temperature 10 to 50 Celsius Humidity Range Non Condensing 0 to 100 Maximum Pressure 50 psig Higher line pressures available please contact Alicat Mounting Attitude Sensitivity None Ingress Protection IP40 Wetted Materials 303 amp 302 Stainless Steel Viton Silicone RTV Rubber Glass Reinforced Nylon Aluminum If your application demands a different material please contact Alicat 1 Do Not subject a WHISPER Differential Pressure sensor to upstream downstream pressure differentials exceeding 15 PSID Communications Power Monochrome LCD or Color TFT Display with integrated touchpad Whisper Mass Flow Meter Simultaneously displays Mass Flow Volumetric Flow Pressure and Temperature Digital Output Signal Options RS 232 Serial RS 485 Serial PROFIBUS Analog Output Signal Option
53. lable gt Flow Vision SC A GUI based Windows program that allows easy computer access and control for one or multiple Alicat instruments gt Fittings and filters Keep your instrument properly connected to your process and free from harmful contamination See pages 39 42 for a complete description and list of Alicat accessories 10 15 2014 Rev 35 DOC ALIMAN16 Thank you for purchasing an Alicat Gas Flow Meter Please take the time to read the information contained in this manual This will help to ensure that you get the best possible service from your instrument This manual covers the following Alicat Scientific instruments M Series Mass Gas Flow Meters WHISPER Low Pressure Drop Mass Flow Meters MS Series Mass Gas Flow Meters MS Series Flow Meters are for use with certain aggressive gases see page 59 This includes M Series devices labeled as approved for CSA Class 1 Div 2 and ATEX Class 1 Zone 2 hazardous environments See pages 79 and 80 for Special Conditions regarding the use of CSA ATEX labeled devices MB Series Portable Mass Gas Flow Meters WHISPER Portable Low Pressure Drop Mass Gas Flow Meters All MB Series and Whisper Portable Gas Flow Meters operate in accordance with the instructions found in this manual Please see page 38 for information regarding portable meter operation Unless otherwise noted the instructions in this manual are applicable to all of the above instruments Full specifications
54. lay 24 RS 232 RS 485 Output and Input Configuring HyperTerminal 1 Open your HyperTerminal RS 232 RS 485 terminal program installed under the Accessories menu on all Microsoft Windows operating systems 2 Select Properties from the file menu 3 Click on the Configure button under the Connect To tab Be sure the program is set for 19 200 baud or matches the baud rate selected in the RS 232 RS 485 communications menu on the meter and an 8 N 1 None 8 Data Bits No Parity 1 Stop Bit and no Flow Control protocol 4 Under the Settings tab make sure the Terminal Emulation is set to ANSI or Auto Detect 5 Click on the ASCII Setup button and be sure the Send Line Ends with Line Feeds box is not checked and the Echo Typed Characters Locally box and the Append Line Feeds to Incoming Lines boxes are checked Those settings not mentioned here are normally okay in the default position 6 Save the settings close HyperTerminal and reopen it Streaming Mode RS 485 units do not have a streaming mode In the default Polling Mode the screen should be blank except the blinking cursor In order to get the data streaming to the screen hit the Enter key several times to clear any extraneous information Type followed by Enter or using the RS 232 RS 485 communication select menu select as identifier and exit the screen If data still does not appea
55. licat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB9 offerings along with some options for customization Male Connector Front View Female Connector Front View Not Connected 4 20mA analog output signal optional 2 5 12 Vdc or secondary analog output 4 20mA 5Vdc 10Vdc or alarm optional Serial RS 232RX or RS 485 Analog Input Signal 4 20mA 5Vdc or 10Vdc short to ground 4 s for remote tare function on non controllers Serial RS 232TX or RS 485 6 0 5 Vdc Output Signal or 0 10 Vdc optional 7 Ground common for power digital communications analog BEEN ED ieri ci signals and alarms Note The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers with the DB9 connector The availability of different output signals depends on the options ordered Optional configurations are noted on the unit s calibration sheet Do not connect RS 485 to RS 232 units or cables Damage will occur Check part number or contact factory to verify RS 485 functionality EN Due to variance in cable manufacturing please identify proper wiring pins via continuity check amp color when using blunt cut multi strand cables 67 gt If your instrument was ordered with a DB9 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram DB9A Pin out The following pin out chart describes the safest and gen
56. m If your application demands a different material please contact Alicat Communications Power M Series Mass Flow Meter Monochrome LCD or Color TFT Display with integrated touchpad Simultaneously displays Mass Flow Volumetric Flow Pressure and Temperature Digital Output Signal Options RS 232 Serial RS 485 Serial PROFIBUS Analog Output Signal Options 0 5 Vdc 1 5 Vdc 0 10 Vdc 4 20 mA Opie Serene Ameno e 0 5 Vdc 1 5 Vdc 0 10 Vdc 4 20 mA Electrical Connection Options 8 Pin Mini DIN 9 pin D sub DB9 15 pin D sub DB15 6 pin locking Supply Voltage 7 to 30 Vdc 15 30 Vdc for 4 20 mA outputs Supply Current 0 040 Amp output current on 4 20 mA 1 The Digital Output Signal communicates Mass Flow Volumetric Flow Pressure and Temperature 2 The Analog Output Signal and Optional Secondary Analog Output Signal communicate your choice of Mass Flow Volumetric Flow Pressure or Temperature 3 If selecting PROFIBUS no analog signal is available PROFIBUS units do not have the display See PROFIBUS specifications for PROFIBUS supply voltages and currents page 48 Range Specific Specifications Full Scale Flow Mass Pressure Drop at FS Flow Mechanical RAI Meter psid venting to atmosphere Dimensions Process Connections 0 5 sccm to 1 sccm 1 0 3 3 9 H x 24 W x 1 1 D M 5 10 32 Female Thread 2 sccm to 50 sccm 1 0 100 sccm to 20 si
57. mass flow also in the units specified at time of order and shown on the display For instance if the meter was ordered in units of scfm the display on the meter would read 2 004 scfm and the last two columns of the output below would represent volumetric flow and mass flow in cfm and scfm respectively 014 70 025 00 02 004 02 004 Air 014 70 025 00 02 004 02 004 Air 014 70 025 00 02 004 02 004 Air 014 70 025 00 02 004 02 004 Air 014 70 025 00 02 004 02 004 Air 014 70 025 00 02 004 02 004 Air M Series Mass Flow Meter Data Format Note On units with the totalizer function the fifth column will be the totalizer value with gas select moving to a sixth column 29 Sending a Simple Script File to HyperTerminal It is sometimes desirable to capture data for an extended period of time Standard streaming mode information is useful for short term events however when capturing data for an extended period of time the amount of data and thus the file size can become too large very quickly Without any special programming skills you can use HyperTerminal and a text editing program such as Microsoft Word to capture text at defined intervals 1 Open your text editing program MS Word for example 2 Set the cap lock on so that you are typing in capital letters 3 Beginning at the top of the page type A lt Enter gt repeatedly If you re using MS Word you can tell how many lines you have by the line count at
58. nA IIC T4 Class I Div 2 Group A B C and D T4 24 Vdc 0 800A max Class I Zone 2 AEx nA IIC T4 WARNINGS EXPLOSION HAZARD DO NOT DISCONNECT WHILE CIRCUIT IS LIVE UNLESS AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION HAZARD SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS DIVISION 2 All Alicat CSA ATEX approved devices are equipped with a locking 6 pin industrial connector The power and signal connections are shown below Female Connector Device Industrial Connector Overall Clearance RS 232TX RS 232RX Remote Tare Meters Ground to Tare Analog Set Point Input Controllers communications and signals ordered Sa Minimum Cable Bend Removal Clearance Min Clearance w Clearance Requirements for Industrial Connector 79 USE of Alicat instruments M MW MS MC MCW MCS MCR MCRW MCRS P PS PC PCS PCR and PCRS product families only in Class 1 Division 2 applications CSA certifies the use of this product for general use as well as use in hazardous A locations as defined by Class 1 Division 2 Group A B C and D T4 CSA certification is indicated by the product label as shown below and not by the statements in this or any accompanying documentation Special Conditions To comply with CSA certification the following information is included in the product literature e When equipment is properly labeled it is suitable in Cla
59. nt signal For 6 Pin Locking Industrial Connector DB9 and DB15 Pin outs see pages 66 to 78 For PROFIBUS Pin out see page 64 8 INPUT SIGNALS Analog Input Signal Apply analog input to Pin 4 as shown on page 8 For 6 Pin Locking Connector DB9 and DB15 Pin outs see pages 66 to 78 For PROFIBUS Pin out see page 64 Standard 0 5 Vdc is the standard analog input signal Apply the 0 5 Vdc input signal to pin 4 with common ground on pin 8 Optional 0 10 Vdc If specified at time of order a 0 10 Vdc input signal can be applied to pin 4 with common ground on pin 8 Optional 4 20 mA If specified at time of order a 4 20 mA input signal can be applied to pin 4 with common ground on pin 8 NOTE This is a current sinking device The receiving circuit is essentially a gt 250 ohm resistor to ground NOTE 4 20 mA output requires at least 15 Vdc power input CAUTION Do NOT CONNECT THIS DEVICE TO LOOP POWERED SYSTEMS AS THIS WILL DESTROY PORTIONS OF THE CIRCUITRY AND VOID THE WARRANTY IF YOU MUST INTERFACE WITH EXISTING LOOP POWERED SYSTEMS ALWAYS USE A SIGNAL ISOLATOR AND A SEPARATE POWER SUPPLY Electrical Connections and Basic Wiring http www alicat com support instructional videos a Nou L Aremote tare can be achieved by momentarily grounding pin 4 to tare as shown above RS 232 RS 485 Digital Input Signal To use the RS 232 or RS 48
60. ommunications analog signals Purple and alarms p Note The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers with the Mini DIN connector The availability of different output signals depends on the options ordered Optional configurations are noted on the unit s calibration sheet 65 Locking Industrial Connector Pin Outs If your Alicat Instrument was ordered with a Six Pin Locking Industrial connection please be sure to reference the following pin out diagram Male Connector Cable Female Connector Device Power In RS 232TX RS 485 RS 232RX RS 485 4 Meters Gauges Remote Tare Ground to Tare Controllers Analog Set Point Input Ground common for power communications and signals 6 Signal Out Voltage or Current as ordered The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers ordered with the p industrial connector The availability of different output signals depends on the flow meter options ordered The locking industrial connector is standard on all CSA ATEX approved devices RS 485 is not available on CSA ATEX approved devices 66 gt If your instrument was ordered with a DB9 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram Standard DB9 Pin out The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB9 wire to a DB9 equipped A
61. ommunications Select Pa MFG R5232 DATA COMM PSIA SD TARE V DOWN PAGE 13 68 21 58 gt Recent Standard Factory Custom SCCM COMPOSER User Mixes 0 Air Bioreactor z Breathing Chromatography Fuel CANCEL SELECT 0 000 8 008 CCM SCCM Select Menu Gas Select An explanation for each screen can be found on the following pages 17 GAS SELECT UP DOWN PAGE gt Recent Standard Factory Custom COMPOSER User Mixes Bioreactor Breathing Chromatography Fuel CANCEL DOWN PAGE gt Fuel Laser 02 Concentrator Pure Corrosive Pure Non Corrosive Refrigerant Stack Welding CANCEL Gas Select allows you to set your device to up to 150 standard gases and mixes You can also use COMPOSER to program and store up to 20 additional gas mixes Gas Select is accessed by pressing the button below GAS SELECT on the Select Menu display To select a gas use the UP and DOWN buttons to position the arrow in front of the desired gas category Recent Eight most recent selections Standard Gases and mixes standard on earlier Alicat instruments page 32 Factory Custom Present only if customer requested gases were added at the factory COMPOSER User Mixes Gas mixes programmed by the user page 19 Bioreactor page 36 Breathing page 37 Chromatography page 39 Fuel page 38 Laser page 38 gt 02 Concentrator page 39 Pure Corrosive page 33
62. on once will bring up the Totalizing Mode display Pushing MENU will bring up the Select Menu display TOTALA mE 000 00 Baaaa aa aa BACK RESET Select Menu Select Menu From Select Menu you can change the selected gas interact with your RS 232 RS 485 settings or read manufacturer s data Push MAIN to return to the Main display MFG R5232 DATA COMM GAS SELECT 14 This mode defaults on power up with mass flow as the primary displayed parameter SC 413 60 421 50 The following parameters are displayed in the Main mode B El SCCM Gas Absolute Pressure This sensor n Air references hard vacuum and reads incoming pressure both above and below B ngg 6 G00 local atmospheric pressure This parameter CCM is moved to the primary display by pushing the button above PSIA The engineering unit associated with absolute pressure is pounds per square inch absolute psia This can be converted to gage pressure psig by subtracting local atmospheric pressure from the absolute pressure reading PSIG PSIA Local Atmospheric Pressure Gas Temperature M Series flow meters measure the incoming temperature of the gas flow The temperature is displayed DOWN MODE in degrees Celsius C This parameter is moved to the primary display by pushing the button above C Pushing the button again allows you to select C Celsius K Kelvin F Fahrenheit or R Rankine for the tempera
63. or displays with 11 being the greatest contrast Display On Off Pushing the button under the Alicat name will turn the device display on or off This feature is not available on monochrome displays Technical Data for TFT Color Display Meters Gauges and Controllers The following specifications are applicable to Alicat TFT color display meters gauges and controllers only All other operating specifications are shown in the Technical Data page for standard Alicat instruments All standard device features and functions are available and operate in accordance with the Alicat operating manual provided with the device Specification Meter or Small Valve Large Valve Gauge Controller Controller Supply Voltage 7 to 30 Vdc 12 to 30 Vdc 24 to 30 Vdc Supply Current 80 mA 12Vdc 290 mA 12Vdc 780 mA 70 mA 24Vdc 200 mA 24Vdc 24Vdc 13 DISPLAYS AND MENUS The device screen defaults to Main display as soon as power is applied to the meter Main The Main display shows pressure temperature volumetric flow and mass PSIA C TARE V flow 413 60 2150 4 AH 48 808 0 000 MENU CCM SCCM TOTAL Pressing the button adjacent to a parameter will make that parameter the primary display unit By hitting the MENU button at the bottom right of the screen you will enter the Select Menu display Totalizer option only If your meter was ordered with the Totalizer option page 43 pushing the TOTAL butt
64. pears Data that is selected and copied either directly from HyperTerminal or from a text file can be pasted directly into Excel When the data is pasted it will all be in the selected column Select Text to Columns under the Data menu in Excel and a Text to Columns Wizard dialog box will appear Make sure that Fixed Width is selected under Original Data Type in the first dialog box and click Next In the second dialog box set the column widths as desired but the default is usually acceptable Click on Next again In the third dialog box make sure the column data format is set to General and click Finish This separates the data into columns for manipulation and removes symbols such as the plus signs from the numbers Once the data is in this format it can be graphed or manipulated as desired For extended term data capture see Sending a Simple Script to HyperTerminal on page 30 28 Data Format The data stream on the screen represents the flow parameters of the main mode in the units shown on the display For mass flow meters there are five columns of data representing pressure temperature volumetric flow mass flow and the selected gas The first column is absolute pressure normally in psia the second column is temperature normally in C the third column is volumetric flow rate in the units specified at time of order and shown on the display and the fourth column is
65. pm 1 0 4 1 H x 2 4 W x 1 1 D 1 8 NPT Female 50 slpm 2 0 4 4 H x 4 0 W x 1 6 D 1 4 NPT Female 100 slpm 2 5 250 slpm Ant 5 0 H x 4 0 W x 1 6 D 1 2 NPT Female 500 sipm 4 0 3 4 NPT Female 1000 slpm 6 0 5 0 H x 4 0 W x 1 6 D A 1 1 4 NPT Female optional 1500 sipm 9 0 process connection is available 2000 sipm 5 0 5 3 H x 5 2 W x 2 9 D for 2000 sipm meters 3000 sipm 7 1 5 3 H x 5 2 W x 2 9 D 1 1 4 NPT Female 4000 sipm 4 4 7 6 H x 5 2 W x 2 9 D 2 NPT Female 1 Lower Pressure Drops Available please see our WHISPER Series mass flow controllers at www alicat com whisper 2 Compatible with Beswick amp Swagelok tube Parker face seal push connect and compression adapter fittings VCR and SAE connections upon request 3 Shipped with M 5 10 32 Male Buna N O ring face seal to 1 8 Female NPT fittings 50 ee se c 3 897 ee eo 336 adn re M5X0 8 6H st Both Sides 525 1 525 2 225 M Series B 50 p 125 0 0 5 sccm 5 0 os T 0 1 sccm dx 925 0 2 sccm 2X 8 32 UNC v 175 a i 0 20 sccm 0 50 sccm 0 5 sccm to 50 sccm approximate shipping weight 0 8 Ib 1 050 ve ee c 4 067 eo 28 350 350 L 5 9 Q FO 1 8 NPT 2 525 L Both Sides 525 M Series 0 100 sccm 0 200 sccm 0
66. r check all the connections and COM port assignments Streaming Mode Advanced The streaming data rate is controlled by register 91 The recommended default rate of data provision is once every 50 milliseconds and this is suitable for most purposes If a slower or faster streaming data rate is desired register 91 can be changed to a value from 1 millisecond to 65535 milliseconds or slightly over once every minute Below approximately 40 milliseconds data provision will be dependent upon how many parameters are selected Fewer data parameters can be streamed more quickly than more It is left to the user to balance streaming speed with number of parameters streamed To read register 91 type r91 followed by Enter To modify register 91 type w91 X where X is a positive integer from 1 to 65535 followed by Enter To return to the recommended factory default streaming speed type w91 50 Communication Set Up http www alicat com support instructional videos 25 Tareing via RS 232 RS 485 Tare Tareing or zeroing the flow meter provides it with a reference point for zero flow This is a simple but important step in obtaining accurate measurements It is good practice to zero the flow meter each time it is powered up A unit may be Tared by following the instructions on page 10 or it may be Tared via RS 232 RS 485 input To send a Tare command via RS 232 RS 485 enter t
67. r display may show a different unit of measure Mass Flow Rate The mass flow rate is the volumetric flow rate corrected to a standard temperature and pressure typically 14 696 psia and 25 C This parameter is located in the lower middle of the display It can be moved to the primary display by pushing the button below SCCM in this example Your display may show a different unit of measure preceded by the letter S To get an accurate volumetric or mass flow rate the gas being measured must be selected See Gas Select page 18 MENU Pressing MENU switches the screen to the Select Menu display VOV volumetric overrange POV pressure overrange TOV temperature overrange flashes when a measured parameter exceeds the range of the sensor When any item flashes neither the flashing Flashing Error Message An error message MOV mass overrange parameter nor the mass flow measurement is accurate Reducing the value of the flashing parameter to within specified limits will return the unit to normal operation and accuracy If the unit does not return to normal operation contact Alicat 16 SELECT MENU From Select Menu you can change the selected gas interact with your RS 232 RS 485 settings or read manufacturer s data Press the button next to the desired operation to bring that function to the screen MODEL INFO ALICAT SCIENTIFIC MISCI MISC2 Ph 520 290 6068 UNIT ID Fax 520 290 0109 A Manufacturer Data C
68. referred to as Product shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the Products Under this warranty the Products will be repaired or replaced at manufacturer s option without charge for parts or labor when the Product is carried or shipped prepaid to the factory together with proof of purchase The foregoing shall constitute the exclusive and sole remedy in lieu of other remedies of the Buyer for any breach by Alicat Scientific of this warranty to the maximum extent permitted by law This warranty does not apply to any Product which has not been installed or used in accordance with the Product operation and installation specifications provided to Buyer verbally or in writing by Alicat Scientific for the proper and normal use of the Product Buyer agrees hereunder that Alicat reserves the right to void any warranty written or implied if upon Alicat s examination of Product shall disclose to Alicat s satisfaction that the Product failure was due solely or in part to accident misuse neglect abuse alteration improper installation unauthorized repair or improper testing by Buyer or agent of Buyer Alicat Scientific shall not be liable under any circumstances for indirect special consequential or incidental damages in connection with or arising out of the sale performance or use of the Products covered by this warranty Alicat Scientific does not recommend warrant or assume responsibility for the use of the P
69. roducts in life support applications or systems Alicat s warranties as herein above set forth shall not be enlarged diminished or affected by and no obligation or liability shall arise or grow out of Alicat s rendering of technical advice in connection with Buyer s order of the Products furnished hereunder If Product becomes obsolete Alicat Scientific at its own discretion reserves the right to repair the Product with available replacement parts or upgrade the Product to a current commercially available version of the original Product Should upgrading the Product be deemed necessary by Alicat Buyer hereby agrees to pay an upgrade fee equal to seventy percent of the retail value of the replacement Product Alicat Scientific hereunder makes no claim that replacement Products will look function or operate in the same or similar manner as the original product When a Product is returned to Alicat Scientific for recalibration this service is considered normal preventative maintenance Recalibration of Product shall not be treated as a warranty service unless recalibration of Product is required as the result of repairs to Product pursuant to this Warranty Failure of Buyer to send Product to Alicat Scientific for recalibration on a yearly basis after a period of 36 months from date of manufacture will remove any and all obligations regarding repair or replacement of Product as outlined by this Warranty to Buyer from Alicat Scientific This Warranty is
70. roximately fixed either near zero or near full scale regardless of actual line flow Differential pressure sensor may be damaged Avoid installations that can subject the sensor to excessive pressure differentials see page 7 A common cause of this problem is instantaneous application of high pressure gas as from a snap acting solenoid valve upstream of the meter If you suspect that your pressure sensor is damaged please discontinue use of the meter and contact Alicat Displayed mass flow volumetric flow pressure or temperature is flashing and message MOV VOV POV or TOV is displayed Our flow meters and controllers display an error message MOV mass overrange VOV volumetric overrange POV pressure overrange TOV temperature overrange when a measured parameter exceeds the range of the sensors in the device When any item flashes on the display neither the flashing parameter nor the mass flow measurement is accurate Reducing the value of the flashing parameter to within specified limits will return the unit to normal operation and accuracy If the unit does not return to normal contact Alicat Meter reads negative flow when there is a confirmed no flow condition This is an indication of an improper tare If the meter is tared while there is flow that flow is accepted as zero flow When an actual zero flow condition exists the meter will read a negative flow Simply re tare at the confirmed zero flow condition Also note that whil
71. s 0 5 Vdc 1 5 Vdc 0 10 Vdc 4 20 mA Optional Secondary Analog Output Signal 0 5 Vdc 1 5 Vdc 0 10 Vdc 4 20 mA Electrical Connection Options 8 Pin Mini DIN 9 pin D sub DB9 15 pin D sub DB15 6 pin locking Supply Voltage 7 to 30 Vdc 15 30 Vdc for 4 20 mA outputs Supply Current 0 040 Amp output current on 4 20 mA 1 The Digital Output Signal communicates Mass Flow Volumetric Flow Pressure and Temperature 2 The Analog Output Signal and Optional Secondary Analog Output Signal communicate your choice of Mass Flow Volumetric Flow Pressure or Temperature 3 If selecting PROFIBUS no analog signal is available PROFIBUS units do not have the display See PROFIBUS specifications for PROFIBUS supply voltages and currents page 48 Range Specific Specifications Full Scale Flow Mass Meter Pressure Drop at FS Flow psid venting to atmosphere Process Connections Mechanical Dimensions 0 5 sccm to 2 sccm 0 06 M 5 10 32 Female Thread 5 sccm to 20 sccm 0 07 IDEE i 50 sccm 0 07 100 seen 4 1 H x 2 4 W x 1 1 D 1 8 NPT Female 1 slpm to 5 sipm 0 07 10 slpm 0 08 4 3 H x 2 7 W x 1 1 D 3 20 Tem 0 25 4 4 H x 4 0 W x 1 6 D De Wey Fonet 40 sipm 0 12 5 0 H x 4 0 W x 1 6 D 1 2 NPT Female 50 slpm 0 14 100 sipm 0 24 5 0 H x 4 0 W x 1 6 D 3 4 NPT Female 250 slpm 0 60 500 sipm 0 39 5 3 H x 5 2 W x 2 9 D 3 4 NPT Female
72. s are featured in our DB9T offerings along with some options for customization Serial RS 232TX or RS 485 0 5 Vdc Output Signal or 0 10 Vdc optional Power In Vdc Ground common for power digital communications analog signals and alarms Not Connected Ground common for power digital communications analog signals and alarms Serial RS 232RX or RS 485 Note The above pin out is applicable to all the flow meters and controllers with the DB9T connector The availability of different output signals depends on the options ordered Optional configurations are noted on the unit s calibration sheet Do not connect RS 485 to RS 232 units or cables Damage will occur Check part number or contact factory to verify RS 485 functionality gt Due to variance in cable manufacturing please identify proper wiring pins via continuity check amp color when using blunt cut multi strand cables 71 gt If your instrument was ordered with a DB9 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram DB9U Pin out The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB9 wire to a DB9U equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB9U offerings along with some options for customization Male Connector Front View Female Connector Front V
73. s between 0 2 sccm and 0 1 slpm 50 microns for units with FS flow ranges of 0 1 slpm or more Connecting Fittings and Filters http www alicat com support instructional videos PRESSURE Maximum operating line pressure for M Series units is 145 psig 1 MPa If the line pressure is higher than 145 psig 1 MPa use a pressure regulator upstream from the flow meter to reduce the pressure to 145 psig 1 MPa or less Maximum operating line pressure for WHISPER units is 50 psig 3 Exceeding the maximum specified line pressure may cause permanent damage to the solid state differential pressure sensor DO NOT SUBJECT AN M SERIES DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SENSOR TO UPSTREAM DOWNSTREAM PRESSURE DIFFERENTIALS EXCEEDING 75 PSID DO NOT SUBJECT A WHISPER DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SENSOR TO UPSTREAM DOWNSTREAM PRESSURE DIFFERENTIALS EXCEEDING 15 PSID While high static pressure will typically not damage the dp sensor sudden pressure spikes can result in complete failure of the sensor A common cause of this problem is instantaneous application of high pressure gas as from a snap acting solenoid valve either upstream or downstream of the meter If you suspect that your pressure sensor is damaged please discontinue use of the meter and contact Alicat POWER AND SIGNAL CONNECTIONS Power can be supplied to your meter through either the power jack power jack not available on CSA ATEX approved devices or the 8 pin Mini DIN connector
74. scripts to adjust a controller s set point value at variable specified time intervals Charting Chart as many parameters as you want off as many devices as you want with color coding zooming and printing functionality Alarms Create software alarms that will notify you of given parameter conditions Data Capture amp Logging Capture and log data to either a csv file or a txt file Improved Data Logging and Data Log File Splitting for easy to manage data Accessory Flow Vision MX Software Alicat s New Flow Vision MX software gives you an easy way to do GAS BLENDING using Alicat Mass Flow Controllers and your own PC Flow Vision MX software is a simple way to connect up to six Alicat mass flow controllers and create your own gas mix concentrations Using our inexpensive BB9 USB and a single USB connection you can e Create your own gas blends e Adjust flow rates e Save your specific blend formulas All the controllers can be powered through the BB9 USB with a single power supply Just connect your unique gases to each controller select the gas type either locally on the controller or through Flow Vision MX manifold the flow outputs and create your gas mix 47 Accessories 48 Accessories 40u element ILFE4OL Filters amp Elements FNPT FNPT 10 32 5u CF 303 20 316 requires MNPT to MNPT coupler to interface with Alicat flow bodies 10 32 Male UNF to 1 8 FNPT Adapter 1 4 4mm SS 4M0 1 4 41
75. shed for the entire range of operation of the device Unlike other flow measuring devices in laminar flow meters the relationship between pressure drop and flow is linear EN Please visit the Alicat web site for a detailed explanation this principle http www alicat com technical information theory of operation STANDARD GAS DATA TABLES Those of you who have older Alicat products may notice small discrepancies between the gas property tables of your old and new units Alicat Scientific Inc has incorporated the latest data sets from NIST including their REFPROP 9 data where available in our products built in gas property models Be aware that the calibrators that you may be using may be checking against older data sets such as the widely distributed Air Liquide data This may generate apparent calibration discrepancies of up to 0 6 of reading on well behaved gases and as much as 3 of reading on some gases such as propane and butane unless the standard was directly calibrated on the gas in question As the older standards are phased out this difference in readings will cease to be a problem If you see a difference between the Alicat meter and your in house standard in addition to calling Alicat Scientific at 520 290 6060 call the manufacturer of your standard for clarification as to which data set they used in their calibration This comparison will in all likelihood resolve the problem 31
76. ss I Division 2 Group A B C and D T4 o Tamb 40 C to 50 C e Electrical Rating 24Vdc 0 800A max e Instruments shall be powered by a CSA certified UL listed Class Il external power supply suitable for the application e Instruments shall be housed in an enclosure with a minimum IP54 rating or location providing equivalent protection e Instruments final approval shall be provided by the local authority having jurisdiction ZaALICAT SCIENTIFIC CEE 113 G EEx nA IIC T4 Class l Div 2 Group A B C and D T4 24 Vdc 0 800A max Class l Zone 2 AEx nA IIC T4 X See manual for special conditions WARNINGS EXPLOSION HAZARD DO NOT DISCONNECT WHILE CIRCUIT IS LIVE UNLESS AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION HAZARD SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I DIVISION 2 Alicat Scientific Inc x e Tucson AZ USA lt P Z lej US m Tel 520 290 6060 www AlicatScientific com USE of Alicat instruments M MS MC MCS MCR MCRS P PS PC PCS PCR and PCRS product families only in applications requiring ATEX Certification Properly labeled Alicat instruments comply to the following ATEX standard Ey 3 G EEx nA IIC T4 40 C s Ta s 50 C The examination certificate was issued by the CSA in accordance with accepted practices and procedures This confirms compliance with the European ATEX Directive or Group Il Category 3G equipment ATEX certification is indicated by the prod
77. ssign a unique address to each device so that multiple units can be connected to a single RS 232 or RS 485 computer port Press UNIT ID Use the UP and DOWN buttons to change the Unit ID Press SET to record the ID Press Reset to return to the previously recorded Unit ID Any Unit ID change will take effect when Communication Select is exited If the symbol is selected as the Unit 1D the device will enter streaming mode when Communication Select is exited See RS 232 Communications page 25 for information about the streaming mode Baud Both this instrument and your computer must send receive data at the same baud rate The default baud rate for this device is 19200 baud Press the Select button until the arrow is in front of Baud Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the baud rate that matches your computer The choices are 38400 19200 9600 or 2400 baud Any baud rate change will not take effect until power to the unit is cycled 21 MISCELLANEOUS Miscellaneous is accessed by pressing the MISC button on the Select Menu display Next select either MISC1 or MISC2 MISC1 will display as shown at left ZERO BAND refers to Display Zero Deadband lt 7 sam Zero deadband is a value below which the display BEKO dis ANG jumps to zero This deadband is often desired to prevent electrical noise from showing up on the display as minor flows or pressures that do not exist Display Zero Deadband does not affect the LCD analog
78. t gases to 100 If your application requires another gas or gas mixture please contact Info alicat com or call 888 290 6060 We will do our best to accommodate your request Please refer to the Technical Data for the equivalently ranged M Series instrument for all operating specifications except Operating Range 1 to 100 Full Scale Turndown Ratio 100 1 316LSS FFKM Kalrez standard Viton EPDM Buna Wetted Materials Neoprene as needed for some gases The dimensions of MS instruments may vary from their standard M Series counterparts Dimensional drawings for MS instruments are shown on pages 52 55 59 1 050 _ e 4 397 336 336 Ro x See M5X0 8 2 375 gt L 505 Both Sdes A 2 225 j 150 r 125 MS Series o 0 BO i ji 0 0 5 sccm 0 1 sccm e e 0 2sccm 2X 8 32 UNC v 175 0 5 sccm 0 10 sccm 0 20 sccm 0 50 sccm 0 5 sccm to 50 sccm approximate shipping weight 0 8lb 1 050 To ele 4 567 ele 89 t 525 350 H 39254 1 8 NPT Both Sides LIS rif MS Series 150 p 125 0 100 sccm 0 200 sccm 925 0 500 sccm d 0 1 sipm 0 2 slpm 0 5 slpm 0 10 sipm
79. ters can usually be mounted in any position No straight runs of pipe are required upstream or downstream of the meter PLUMBING Your meter is shipped with plastic plugs fitted in the port openings To gt lessen the chance of contaminating the flow stream do not remove these plugs until you are ready to install the device Make sure that the gas will flow in the direction indicated by the flow arrow Standard M Series Gas Flow Meters have female inlet and outlet port connections Welded VCR and other specialty fittings may have male ports The inlet and outlet port sizes process connections for different flow ranges are shown on pages 50 64 Meters with M5 10 32 ports have O ring face seals and require no sealant or tape Do not use tape with welded or O ring fittings For non M5 10 32 ports use thread sealing Teflon tape to prevent leakage around the port threads Do not wrap the first two threads This will minimize the possibility of getting tape into the flow stream and flow body Do not use pipe dopes or sealants on the process connections as these compounds can cause permanent damage to the meter should they get into the flow stream 3 We recommend the use of in line sintered filters to prevent large particulates from entering the measurement head of the instrument Suggested maximum particulate sizes are as follows 5 microns for units with FS flow ranges of 0 1 sccm or less 20 microns for units with FS flow range
80. than nine devices will be required additional Multi Drop Boxes can be daisy chained together with a double ended 8 pin mini DIN cable plugged into any receptacle on both boxes BB9 Power Supply for Large Valve Controllers The PS24VHC Power Supply 24Vdc High Current is a 6 5Amp 24Vdc power supply designed for running multiple large controllers on a BB9 The 6 5Amp power supply can run as many as 8 large valve controllers which makes it ideal for the BB9 and multiple large valve or small valve large valve combination controllers on a BBY BB9 Multi Drop Box H 1 55 156 Thru 4 Places aki TE Y f H O 3 1 75 3 46 HOO O Y 0 340 Thru 2 PL L 175 Thru 2 PL 46 Accessory Flow Vision SC Software Flow Vision SC is an intuitive software interface to help your test cycles run smoother and shorten your engineering time Flow Vision SC lets you connect to and communicate with multiple Alicat units simultaneously Now you can view virtual displays control tabs charts and data lines from every connected Alicat device on the same screen Flow Vision SC supports all RS 232 and RS 485 Serial communication functions including gas selection tareing set point control valve tuning and flow averaging Session Saving Save and reload your configuration data with confidence Script Building Create
81. the bottom of the screen The number of lines will correspond to the total number of times the flow device will be polled and thus the total number of lines of data it will produce For example A gt gt gt gt A will get a total of six lines of data from the flow meter but you can enter as many as you like The time between each line will be set in HyperTerminal 4 When you have as many lines as you wish go to the File menu and select save In the save dialog box enter a path and file name as desired and in the Save as Type box select the plain text txt option It is important that it be saved as a generic text file for HyperTerminal to work with it 5 Click Save 6 A file conversion box will appear In the End Lines With drop down box select CR Only Everything else can be left as default 7 Click O K 8 You have now created a script file to send to HyperTerminal Close the file and exit the text editing program 9 Open HyperTerminal and establish communication with your flow device as outlined in the manual 10 Set the flow device to Polling Mode as described in the manual Each time you type A lt Enter gt the meter should return one line of data to the screen 11 Go to the File menu in HyperTerminal and select Properties 12 Select the Settings tab 13 Click on the ASCII Setup button 30 14 The Line Delay box is defaulted to 0 milliseconds This is where you will tell the
82. til the battery can no longer power it the A charge indicator will fall out of sync with the actual charge The device can be re synced by fully charging the battery once A Battery Charge Indicator appears below Tare on the display TOP VIEW OF DEVICE 95 1009 Green Charging PSIR ep i A LILI m 80 95 Flashing Red Low Battery nan 50 80 sv a Charge Only 1 0 CON 20 50 0 000 0 000 DC 5 20 CCM SCCM MENU 0 54 CAUTION Do NOT OPERATE OR STORE THE DEVICE OUTSIDE OF THE 10 TO 50 C TEMPERATURE RANGE IF INTERNAL SENSORS DETECT THAT THE TEMPERATURE IS OUTSIDE OF THIS RANGE THE DISPLAY CONTRAST WILL TURN TO 0 AND THE METER S PERFORMANCE IS NO LONGER GUARANTEED THE SAFE CHARGING TEMPERATURE RANGE IS 0 TO 45 C IF INTERNAL SENSORS DETECT TEMPERATURES OUTSIDE OF THIS RANGE THE BATTERY WILL NOT CHARGE 44 Option Remote Electronics for High Line or Gas Temperatures Some applications involve operating temperatures outside the standard Alicat device specifications A solution using remote electronics is available This option is not applicable for liquid devices The flow body s components are minimized to only the required sensors The flow data is sent to the microprocessor electronics up to 6 feet away from the sensor package Relocating the sensitive electronics allows for installation of the flow body in ambient temperatures as high as 85 Celsius with gas temper
83. ture scale To select a temperature scale use the UP and DOWN buttons to position the arrow in front of the desired scale Press SET to record your selection and return to the MAIN display The selected temperature scale will be displayed on the screen Tare Pushing the TARE V button tares the flow meter and provides it with a reference point for zero flow This is an important step in obtaining accurate measurements It is best to zero the flow meter each time it is powered up If the flow reading varies significantly from zero after an initial tare give the unit a minute or so to warm up and re zero it If possible zero the unit near the expected operating pressure by positively blocking the flow downstream of the flow meter prior to pushing the TARE button Zeroing the unit while there is any flow will directly affect the accuracy gt by providing a false zero point If in doubt about whether a zero flow condition exists remove the unit from the line and positively block both ports before pressing the TARE button If the unit reads a significant negative value 15 when removed from the line and blocked it was given a false zero It is better to zero the unit at atmospheric pressure and a confirmed no flow condition than to give it a false zero under line pressure Volumetric Flow Rate This parameter is located in the lower left of the display It is moved to the primary display by pushing the button below CCM in this example You
84. uct label as shown above and not by the statements in this or any accompanying documentation Special Conditions e Properly labeled equipment is only certified for use in ambient temperatures in the range of 40 C to 50 C only e Electrical Rating 24Vdc 0 800A max e Instruments shall be powered by a CSA certified UL listed Class external power supply suitable for the application e Instruments shall be housed in an enclosure with a minimum IP54 rating or location providing equivalent protection e Instruments final approval shall be provided by the local authority having jurisdiction 80 Serial Number Model Number Notice Alicat Scientific Inc reserves the right to make any changes and improvements to the products described in this manual at any time and without notice This manual is copyrighted This document may not in whole or in part be copied reproduced translated or converted to any electronic medium or machine readable form for commercial purposes without prior written consent from the copyright holder Note Although we provide assistance on Alicat Scientific products both personally and through our literature it is the complete responsibility of the user to determine the suitability of any product to their application Limited Lifetime Warranty Alicat Scientific Inc warrants to the original purchaser hereinafter referred to as Buyer that instruments manufactured by Alicat Scientific hereinafter
85. uirements as all instruments are custom configured to some extent NOTE Pins 1 9 and 10 are connected together inside of the device and are common grounding points N C Not Connected Open can be used for custom pin assignments please consult factory 75 DB15 Pin Outs If your instrument was ordered with a DB15 connection be sure to check the Calibration Label on the device and reference the appropriate pin out diagram The following pin out chart describes the safest and generally compatible arrangement when connecting a non Alicat DB15 wire to a DB15K equipped Alicat Not all features may be available between brands but the common denominators are featured in our DB15 offerings along with some options for customization DB15K Pin Out MKS Style 00000000 Male Connector Front View Female Connector Front View N C Primary Analog Signal Output N C N C Power Supply Common N C Power Supply Vdc Analog Tare meters when grounded Analog Set Point Input controllers N C Ground RS 232 RX receive or RS 485 RS 232 TX send or RS 485 Check your device s calibration certificate and user manual for the actual electrical input output requirements as all instruments are custom configured to some extent NOTE Pins 5 11 12 and 15 are connected together inside of the device and are common grounding points N C Not Connected Open can be used for custom pin
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