Blancett QuikSert B131-038 User manual

Turbine Flow Meter
QuikSert® Explosion-Proof
TRB-UM-00287-EN-06 (April 2020) User Manual

Turbine Flow Meter, QuikSert® Explosion-Proof
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CONTENTS
Scope of This Manual � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Unpacking and Inspection � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Safety � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Terminology and Symbols � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Important � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5
Operating Principle � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5
Installation� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7
Operational Startup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9
Troubleshooting Guide� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10
Specications � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
Pressure Rating � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
Meter Parts � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12
Part Number Information � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
Flow Range Chart � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
Strainer Recommendations � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14
Repair Kit Information� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14
User Manual
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Scope of This Manual
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SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended to help you get the QuikSert turbine flow meter up and
running quickly�
IMPORTANT
Read this manual carefully before attempting any installation or operation. Keep the
manual accessible for future reference.
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Upon opening the shipping container, visually inspect the product and applicable
accessories for any physical damage such as scratches, loose or broken parts, or
any other sign of damage that may have occurred during shipment�
OTE:NIf damage is found, request an inspection by the carrier’s agent within 48
hours of delivery and file a claim with the carrier� A claim for equipment
damage in transit is the sole responsibility of the purchaser�
SAFETY
Terminology and Symbols
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious personal injury�
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in severe personal injury or death�
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate personal injury or damage
to property�
IMPORTANT
Not following instructions properly may impair safety of equipment and/or personnel.

Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
The QuikSert® explosion-proof turbine flow meter was developed for liquid
applications where accuracy and dependability are of concern to the operator�
QuikSert's stainless steel body incorporates a helical turbine with tungsten carbide
shaft and bearings� It provides an efficient, long service life and a cost-effective
solution for your measurement requirements�
Simple in design and construction, QuikSert uses modified upstream and
downstream flow straighteners for a high degree of flow accuracy� Its between-
the-flange design eliminates the need for mating flanges, requiring less space in
the flow line, lowering costs and providing easy, one-man installation�
The meter produces a sine wave signal proportional to its volumetric flow rate�
With optional Blancett electronics, QuikSert provides local flow rate and volume
totalization and will interface with most instruments, PLCs and computers�
OPERATING PRINCIPLE
Fluid entering the meter passes through the inlet flow straightener which reduces
its turbulent flow pattern and improves the fluid’s velocity profile� Fluid then
passes through the turbine, causing it to rotate at a speed proportional to the
fluid velocity� As each turbine blade passes through the magnetic field, the blade
generates an AC voltage pulse in the pickup coil at the base of the magnetic
pickup (see Figure 1)� These pulses produce an output frequency proportional to
the volumetric flow through the meter� The output frequency represents flow rate
and/or totalization of fluid passing through the turbine flow meter�
Turbine Rotor
Magnetic Pickup
or
Other Frequency
Output Device
Output
Signal
Figure 1: Schematic illustration of electric signal generated by rotor movement

Operating Principle
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Figure 2: Etching
OTE:NFor easy reference, the meter specifications that include part number, serial
number, maximum working pressure, and minimum and maximum operating
temperature are etched or imprinted on the meter body�

Installation
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INSTALLATION
Prior to installation, the flow meter should be checked internally for foreign
material and to ensure the turbine rotor spins freely� Fluid lines should also be
checked and cleared of all debris�
The flow meter must be installed with the flow arrow, etched on the exterior
of the meter body, pointing in the direction of fluid flow� Though the meter is
designed to function in any position, it is recommended, where possible, to install
horizontally with the conduit adapter facing upward� Thread a magnetic pickup
(Blancett model B111109 or equivalent) into the conduit adapter completely
finger tight without forcing� Secure with a lock nut if supplied� Install conduit or
other fittings suitable for the installation area onto the conduit adapter hub on the
flow meter�
The liquid being measured should be free of any large particles that may obstruct
rotation of the rotor� If particles are present, a mesh strainer should be installed
upstream before operation of the flow meter�
The preferred plumbing setup is one containing a bypass line (Figure 3 on page 7)
that allows meter inspection and repair without interrupting flow� If a bypass line
is not used, it is important that all control valves be located downstream of the
flow meter (Figure 4 on page 8)�
PRESSURE IN EXCESS OF ALLOWABLE RATING MAY CAUSE THE HOUSING TO
BURST AND CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
DAMAGE CAN BE CAUSED BY STRIKING AN EMPTY METER WITH A HIGH
VELOCITY FLOW STREAM.
5 Pipe Diameters
Minimum
10 Pipe Diameters
Minimum
Isolation
Valve
Isolation
Valve
QuikSert Turbine
Flow Meter
Bypass Line
Figure 3: Meter installation using a bypass line

Installation
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5 Pipe Diameters
Minimum
10 Pipe Diameters
Minimum
Isolation
Valve
QuikSert Turbine
Flow Meter
Figure 4: Meter installation without using a bypass line
This is true with any restriction in the flow line that may cause the liquid to flash�
If necessary, air eliminators should be installed to ensure that the meter is not
incorrectly measuring entrained air or gas�
It is recommended that a minimum length, equal to ten (10) pipe diameters of
straight pipe, be installed on the upstream side and five (5) diameters on the
downstream side of the flow meter� Otherwise, meter accuracy may be affected�
Piping should be the same size as the meter bore or threaded port size�
Do not locate the flow meter or connection cable close to electric motors,
transformers, sparking devices, high voltage lines, or place connecting cable in
conduit with wires furnishing power for such devices� These devices can induce
false signals in the flow meter coil or cable, causing the meter to read inaccurately�
If problems arise with the flow meter and monitor, consult "Part Number Information"
on page 13� If further problems arise, consult the factory�
If the internal components of the turbine flow meter are damaged beyond repair,
turbine meter repair kits are available� Information pertaining to the turbine meter
repair kits is referenced in "Repair Kit Information" on page 14�

Operational Startup
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OPERATIONAL STARTUP
The following steps should be followed when installing and starting the meter�
MAKE SURE THAT FLUID FLOW HAS BEEN SHUT OFF AND PRESSURE IN THE
LINE RELEASED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL THE METER IN AN EXISTING
SYSTEM.
1� After meter installation, close the isolation valves and open the bypass valve� Flow
liquid through the bypass valve for sucient time to eliminate any air or gas in the ow
line�
HIGH VELOCITY AIR OR GAS MAY DAMAGE THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF
THE METER.
2� Open upstream isolating valve slowly to eliminate hydraulic shock while charging the
meter with the liquid� Open the valve to full open�
3� Open downstream isolating valve to permit meter to operate�
4� Close the bypass valve to a full closed position�
5� Adjust the downstream valve to provide the required ow rate through the meter�
OTE:NThe downstream valve may be used as a control valve�

Troubleshooting Guide
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Trouble Possible Cause Remedy
Meter indicates higher than
actual flow rate
• Cavitation
• Debris on rotor support
• Build up of foreign material
on meter bore
• Gas in liquid
• Increase back pressure
• Clean meter
• Clean meter
• Install gas eliminator ahead
of meter
Meter indicates lower than
actual flow rate
• Debris on rotor
• Worn bearing
• Viscosity higher than
calibrated
• Clean meter and add filter
• Clean meter and add filter
• Recalibrate monitor
Erratic system indication,
meter alone works well
(remote monitor application
only)
Ground loop in shielding
Ground shield one place only�
Look for internal electronic
instrument ground� Reroute
cables away from electrical
noise
Indicator shows flow when
shut off
Mechanical vibration causes rotor
to oscillate without turning Isolate meter
No flow indication
Full or partial open position
Fluid shock, full flow into dry
meter or impact caused bearing
separation or broken rotor shaft
Rebuild meter with repair kit
and recalibrate monitor� Move
to location where meter is full
on startup or add downstream
flow control valve
Erratic indication at low flow,
good indication at high flow
Rotor has foreign material
wrapped
around it
Clean meter and add filter
No flow indication Faulty pickup Replace pickup
System works perfect, except
indicates lower flow over
entire range
Bypass flow, leak Repair or replace bypass valves,
or faulty solenoid valves
Meter indicating high flow,
upstream piping at meter
smaller than meter bore
Fluid jet impingement on rotor Change piping
Opposite effects of above Viscosity lower than calibrated Change temperature, change
fluid or recalibrate meter

Specications
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SPECIFICATIONS
Materials of
Construction
Body 316/316L stainless steel
Rotor CD4MCu stainless steel
Bearings Tungsten carbide
Rotor Shaft Tungsten carbide
Rotor Support 316L
Operating
Temperature
–150…350° F (–101…177° C) standard
Temperatures to 450° F (232° C) with high-temp pickup, consult factory for details
The standard meter should not be subjected to temperatures above 350° F (177° C), or
below –150° F (–101° C) or the freezing point of the metered liquid�
Pressure Rating See "Pressure Rating" below
End Connections Wafer-Style ASME/ANSI B16�5-1996
Turndown Ratio —
Accuracy ± 1�0% of reading
Repeatability ± 0�1%
Calibration Water; NIST Traceable Calibration, Certificate available, consult factory for details
Pickup B111109, B220111, B220210, B220243, B111126
Conformance NACE MR0175/ISO 15156
Pressure Standards/
Approvals Canadian Registration Number (CRN), PED 2014/68/EU, Group 1, Category II
Pulsation and
Vibration
Severe pulsation and mechanical vibration will affect accuracy and shorten the life of
the meter�
Certifications Class I Div� I Groups C,D Complies to UL1203 and CSA 22�2 No� 30 Met Labs File No� E112860
Pressure Rating
The pressure rating of the meter is dependent upon the class of ANSI flanges
between which the meter is to be mounted� The pressure rating chart below is
based on Carbon Steel at 100° F (37�8° C)�
Flange Class (ANSI) 150# 300# 600# 900#  1500#
Working Pressure (psi) 285 740 1480 2220 3705
Working Pressure (bar) 20 51 102 153 256
Working Pressure (MPa) 1�97 5�10 10�20 15�31 25�55
 Test Pressure (psi) 427�5 1110 2220 3330 5557�5
 Test Pressure (MPa) 2�95 7�65 15�31 22�98 38�32
For bore size 2 in� and less
Test pressure based on 1�5 safety factor

Meter Parts
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METER PARTS
FLOW
Rotor Assembly
Thrust Ball
Bushing
Magnetic Pickup
(Not Included)
Rotor Support
Meter Body
Conduit Adapter
Retaining Ring
Figure 5: Typical cross-section of models B131C-038 through B131-100
Rotor Assembly
Thrust Ball
Bushing
Magnetic Pickup
(Not Included)
Rotor Support
Meter Body
Conduit Adapter
FLOW
Figure 6: Typical cross-section of models B132C-050…B139C-900

Part Number Information
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PART NUMBER INFORMATION
Part
Number*
Meter Bore
Size × Line
Size (in.)
PED
Compliant
Flow
Range
Strainer
Mesh
Approx. K-Factor
pulses/US gal Weight
Max. Pres-
sure Drop
(psi)
B131-038 3/8 × 1 Coming soon
See “Flow
Range
Chart”
60 18,000 —3�75
B131-050 1/2 × 1 Coming soon 60 13,000 —6�5
B131-075 3/4 × 1 Coming soon 60 3300 —18
B131-088 7/8 × 1 Coming soon 60 3100 —20
B131-100 1 × 1 Coming soon 60 870 —20
B132-050 1/2 × 2 Coming soon 60 13,000 —12
B132-075 3/4 × 2 Coming soon 60 3300 —18
B132-088 7/8 × 2 Coming soon 60 3100 —20
B132-100 1 × 2 Coming soon 40 870 —20
B132-150 1-1/2 × 2 Coming soon 20 330 —16
B132-200 2 × 2 Yes 20 52 —9
B132-250 2 × 3 Yes 10 52 —10
B133-300 3 × 3 Yes 10 57 —10
B133-380 3 × 3 Yes 10 57 —10
B134-400 4 × 4 Yes 10 29 —10
B136-600 6 × 6 Coming soon 4 7 —10
B138-800 8 × 8 Coming soon 4 3 —10
B139-900 10 × 10 Coming soon 4 1�6 —10
Flow Range Chart
Part Number
Flow Ranges
gpm (lpm) bpd m3/d
B131-038 0�60…3�00 (2�27…11�36) 20…100 3�3…16
B131-050 0�75…7�50 (2�84…28�39) 25…250 4�1…41
B131-075 2�00…15�00 (7�57…56�78) 68…515 10�9…81�75
B131-088 3�00…30�00 (11�36…113�56) 100…1000 16…160
B131-100 5�00…50�00 (18�93…189�27) 170…1700 27�25…272�5
B132-050 0�75…7�50 (2�84…28�39) 25…250 4�1…41
B132-075 2�00…15�00 (7�57…56�78) 68…515 10�9…81�75
B132-088 3�00…30�00 (11�36…113�56) 100…1000 16…160
B132-100 5�00…50�00 (18�93…189�27) 170…1700 27�25…272�5
B132-150 15�00…180�00 (56�78…681�37) 515…6000 82…981
B132-200 40�00…400�00 (151�42…1514�16) 1300…13,000 218…2180
B132-250 40�00…400�00 (151�42…1514�16) 1300…13,000 218…2180
B133-300 60�00…600�00 (227�12…2271�25) 2100…21,000 327…3270
B133-380 80�00…800�00 (302…3028) 2750…27,500 430…4300
B134-400 100�00…1200�00 (378�54…4542�49) 3400…41,000 545…6540
B136-600 200�00…2500�00 (757�08…9463�53) 6800…86,000 1,090…13,626
B138-800 350�00…3500�00 (1324�89…13248�94) 12,000…120,000 1,363…19,076
B139-900 500�00…5000�00 (1892�71…18927�06) 17,000…171,000 2,725…27,252

Part Number Information
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Strainer Recommendations
Part Number Strainer Mesh Clearance (in.) Filter Size
B131-038 60 0�0092 260 Micron
B131-050 60 0�0092 260 Micron
B131-075 60 0�0092 260 Micron
B131-088 60 0�0092 260 Micron
B131-100 60 0�0092 260 Micron
B132-050 60 0�0092 260 Micron
B132-075 60 0�0092 260 Micron
B132-088 60 0�0092 260 Micron
B132-100 40 0�0150 400 Micron
B132-150 20 0�0340 0�86
B132-200 20 0�0650 0�86
B132-250 10 0�0900 1�6
B133-300 10 0�0900 1�6
B133-380 10 0�0900 1�6
B134-400 10 0�0650 1�6
B136-600 4 0�1875 4�8
B138-800 4 0�0900 4�8
B139-900 4 0�0900 4�8
Repair Kit Information
Repair Kit Fits Meter Part
Number
Repair Kit Part
Number Max. Pressure Drop
Dimensions
Diameter × Length
in. (mm)
B131-038 B253-102 3�75 psi 2 × 4 (50�4 × 101�6)
B131-050 B253-105 6�5 psi 2 × 4 (50�4 × 101�6)
B131-075 B253-108 18 psi 2 × 4 (50�4 × 101�6)
B131-088 B253-109 20 psi 2 × 4 (50�4 × 101�6)
B131-100 B253-112 20 psi 2 × 4 (50�4 × 101�6)
B132-050 B253-205 12 psi 3�62 × 2�5 (91�9 × 63�5)
B132-075 B253-208 18 psi 3�62 × 2�5 (91�9 × 63�5)
B132-088 B253-209 20 psi 3�62 × 2�5 (91�9 × 63�5)
B132-100 B253-212 20 psi 3�62 × 2�5 (91�9 × 63�5)
B132-150 B253-216 16 psi 3�62 × 2�5 (91�9 × 63�5)
B132-200 B253-220 9 psi 3�62 × 2�5 (91�9 × 63�5)
B132-250 B253-220 10 psi 5 × 4�25 (127 × 108)
B133-300 B253-330 10 psi 5 × 4�25 (127 × 108)
B133-380 B253-330 10 psi 5 × 4�25 (127 × 108)
B134-400 B253-440 10 psi 6�18 × 5 (157 × 127)
B136-600 B253-660 10 psi 8�5 × 5�75 (215�9 × 146�1)
B138-800 B253-880 10 psi 10�62 × 6�25 (269�7 × 158�8)
B139-900 B253-990 10 psi 12�75 × 6�75 (323�8 × 171�4)
All Meter Sizes B111109 — Standard Magnetic Pickup

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