Emerson Micro Motion Viscomaster User manual

Installation Manual
MMI-20021039, Rev AA
January 2015
Micro Motion® Heavy Fuel Viscosity Meter
(HFVM) Viscomaster™
Installation Manual

Safety and approval information
This Micro Motion product complies with all applicable European directives when properly installed in accordance with the
instructions in this manual. Refer to the EC declaration of conformity for directives that apply to this product. The EC declaration of
conformity, with all applicable European directives, and the complete ATEX Installation Drawings and Instructions are available on
the internet at www.micromotion.com or through your local Micro Motion support center.
Information affixed to equipment that complies with the Pressure Equipment Directive can be found on the internet at
www.micromotion.com/documentation.
For hazardous installations in Europe, refer to standard EN 60079-14 if national standards do not apply.
Other information
Full product specifications can be found in the product data sheet. Troubleshooting information can be found in the transmitter
configuration manual. Product data sheets and manuals are available from the Micro Motion web site at
www.micromotion.com/documentation.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Planning ...........................................................................................................................1
1.1 Installation checklist .......................................................................................................................1
1.2 Best practices .................................................................................................................................1
1.3 Power requirements .......................................................................................................................2
1.4 Other installation considerations ....................................................................................................4
1.5 Recommended installations for the HFVM ..................................................................................... 7
1.6 Perform a pre-installation meter check ...........................................................................................9
Chapter 2 Mounting .......................................................................................................................11
2.1 Prepare the installation ................................................................................................................ 11
2.2 Mount the meter ..........................................................................................................................11
2.3 Install thermal insulation ..............................................................................................................17
2.4 Rotate the electronics on the meter (optional) .............................................................................17
2.5 Rotate the display on the transmitter (optional) ...........................................................................18
Chapter 3 Wiring ........................................................................................................................... 20
3.1 Terminals and wiring requirements .............................................................................................. 20
3.2 Wire power and outputs in a HART single-loop environment ........................................................21
3.3 Wiring to external devices (HART multidrop) ................................................................................23
Chapter 4 Grounding ......................................................................................................................25
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1 Planning
Topics covered in this chapter:
•Installation checklist
•Best practices
•Power requirements
•Other installation considerations
•Recommended installations for the HFVM
•Perform a pre-installation meter check
1.1 Installation checklist
□Verify the contents of the product shipment to confirm that you have all parts and
information necessary for the installation.
□Verify that the meter calibration-type code corresponds to the pipe size. If it does
not, measurement accuracy may be reduced due to the boundary effect.
□Make sure that all electrical safety requirements are met for the environment in
which the meter will be installed.
□Make sure that the local ambient and process temperatures and process pressure
are within the limits of the meter.
□Make sure that the hazardous area specified on the approval tag is suitable for the
environment in which the meter will be installed.
□Make sure that you will have adequate access to the meter for verification and
maintenance.
□Verify that you have all equipment necessary for your installation. Depending on
your application, you may be required to install additional parts for optimal
performance of the meter.
1.2 Best practices
The following information can help you get the most from your meter.
•Handle the meter with care. Follow local practices for lifting or moving the meter.
•If you have an HFVM with calibration code B (viscosity and density calibration),
perform a Known Density Verification (KDV) check of the meter prior to installing
the meter.
•For the DLC-coated tines, always fit the protective cover over the tines when the
meter is not in use. The tine coating is not resistant to impact damage.
•Always store and transport the meter in its original packaging.
•Do not use liquids that are incompatible with the materials of construction.
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•Do not expose the meter to excessive vibration (greater than 0.5 g continuously).
Vibration levels in excess of 0.5 g can affect the meter accuracy.
•For optimal performance of the meter, ensure that operating conditions correspond
to the meter calibration-type code and boundary.
•Ensure that all piping connections conform to the local and national regulations and
codes of practice.
•Follow fluid velocity guidelines and install the tines vertically for side insertion.
•Properly tighten the transmitter housing cover after wiring to maintain ingress
protection and hazardous area approvals.
•After installation, pressure test the meter and the associated pipework to 1½ times
the maximum operating pressure.
•Install thermal insulation in the meter, the inlet, and the bypass-loop pipeline to
maintain stable temperatures. The thermal insulation should cover the process
connection.
1.3 Power requirements
Following are the DC power requirements to operate the meter:
•24 VDC, 0.65 W typical, 1.1 W maximum
•Minimum recommended voltage: 21.6 VDC with 1000 ft of 24 AWG (300 m of
0.20 mm2) power-supply cable
•At startup, power source must provide a minimum of 0.5 A of short-term current at
a minimum of 19.6 V at the power-input terminals.
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Power cable recommendations for explosion-proof/flameproof meters
Minimum wire gauge (AWG per foot or meter)Figure 1-1:
300ft 600ft 900ft 1200ft 1500ft 1800ft 2100ft 2400ft 2700ft 3000ft
B
21.6V
24V
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
A
91.44m 182.88m 274.32m 365.76m 457.2m 548.64m 640.08m 731.52m 822.96m 914.4m
A. AWG maximum
B. Distance of installation
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Minimum wire area (mm2 per meter or foot)
Figure 1-2:
0.000
0.050
0.100
0.150
0.200
0.250
0.300
0.350
0.400
100m 200m 300m 400m 50 0m 600m 700m 800m 900m 1000m
B
21.6V
24V
A
328.084 ft 656.168ft 984.253ft 1312.34ft 1640.42ft 1968.5ft 2296.59ft 2624.67ft 2952.76ft 3280.84ft
A. Minimum wire area (mm2)
B. Distance of installation
1.4 Other installation considerations
Numerous external factors can affect the meter's successful operation. To ensure that your
system works correctly, consider the factors covered in this section when designing your
installation.
1.4.1 Boundary effect
Boundary effect refers to the distortion in the wave forms in the process fluid that are
caused by reflections from the pipe wall. If the pipe wall is within the meter's effective
measurement region, the boundary effect produces measurement inaccuracy.
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Region of measurement boundary or sensitivity (plan view)Figure 1-3:
A
B
C
STATUS
SCROLL SELECT
A. Long axis
B. Short axis
C. Sensitive, or effective, region
The factory calibration compensates for the boundary effect. The meter can be calibrated
for 2-inch, 2.5-inch, or 3-inch pipe. If the meter is installed in a pipe that does not match
the calibration size, the compensation will be inaccurate, and process measurement will
be inaccurate.
Verify that the meter was calibrated for the pipe size you plan to use.
1.4.2 Flow rates
Maintain constant flow rates and velocities that are within the limits specified for the
meter. The fluid flow provides a steady heat flow into the meter installation, and the flow
rate influences the self-cleaning of the meter tines, the dissipation of bubbles, and the
solid contaminants around the meter.
If you install the meter in a bypass configuration (such as in a flow-through chamber), use a
pressure drop, pitot scoop, or a sample pump to maintain flow. When using a sample
pump, place the pump upstream from the meter.
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1.4.3 Entrained gas
Entrained gas, or gas pockets, can disrupt the measurement of a fluid. A brief disruption in
the signal caused by transient gas pockets can be corrected in the meter configuration,
but you must avoid more frequent disruptions or serious gas entrainment to ensure
accurate and reliable fluid measurement.
To minimize the possibility of entrained gas:
•Keep pipelines full of fluid at all times.
•Vent any gas prior to the meter installation location.
•Avoid sudden pressure drops or temperature changes that may cause dissolved
gases to break out of the fluid.
•Maintain a back pressure on the system that is sufficient to prevent gas breakout.
•Maintain flow velocity at the sensor within the specified limits.
1.4.4 Solid contamination
To avoid issues related to solids contamination:
•Avoid sudden changes of the fluid velocity that may cause sedimentation.
•Install the meter far enough downstream from any pipework configuration that may
cause centrifuging of solids (such as at a pipe bend).
•Maintain flow velocity at the meter installation that is within the specified limits.
•Use filtration in your process, if necessary.
1.4.5 Temperature gradients and insulation
For high-viscosity fluids, minimize any temperature gradients in the fluid, and in the piping
and fittings immediately upstream and downstream of the meter. Minimizing
temperature gradients reduces the effect of viscosity changes. Micro Motion recommends
using the following guidelines to reduce the thermal effects to your meter installation:
•Always insulate the meter and surrounding pipework thoroughly.
-Avoid insulating the transmitter housing.
-Use rock wool or any equivalent heat jacket material that is at least 1 inch (25
mm) thick, but preferably 2 inches (50 mm) thick.
-Enclose insulation in a sealed protective casing to prevent moisture ingress, air
circulation, and crushing of the insulation.
-For flow-through chamber installations, use the special insulation jacket
provided by Micro Motion.
•Avoid direct heat or cold on the meter or on the associated upstream or
downstream pipe work that is likely to create temperature gradients.
•If it is necessary to protect against cooling because of flow loss, you can apply
electrical-trace heating. If you use electrical-trace heating, use a thermostat that
operates below the minimum operating temperature of the system.
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Insulation best practicesTable 1-1:
Recommended Not recommended
1.5 Recommended installations for the HFVM
Micro Motion recommends three standard HFVM installations. All meters are factory-
calibrated for these installations and take potential boundary effects into consideration.
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Standard HFVM installation typesTable 1-2:
Type Characteristics Advantages
Inline viscosity Placement Tines are contained in a side pocket
off the main flow, recessed by 25.4
mm (1 in)
•Simple replacement of
torsional meter
•Fast response
•Good flow and
temperature
conditioning
Flow rate(1) 10 to 330 l/min
(0.6 to 20 m3/hr)
(2.6 to 87 US gal./min)
Viscosity Up to 100 cSt
Temperature –50 °C to 200 °C
(–58 °F to 392 °F)
Main flow pipe size 50 mm (2 in)
Flow-through chamber Placement Tines are contained in a flow-through
chamber where fluid is circulated
from the main flow
•Adaptable installation to
any diameter main pipe
and for tank applications
•Ideal for flow and
temperature
conditioning
•Fast response
Flow rate(1) 10 to 330 l/min
(0.6 to 20 m3/hr)
(2.6 to 87 US gal./min)
Viscosity Up to 100 cSt
Temperature –50 °C to 200 °C
(–58 °F to 392 °F)
Main flow pipe size 50 mm (2 in)
Capillary viscosity Placement Tines project into adapter kit with
63.5 mm (2.5 in) Schedule 40
boundary
•Simple replacement of
capillary meter
•Fast response
•Good flow and
temperature
conditioning
Flow rate(1) 10 to 330 l/min
(0.6 to 20 m3/hr)
(2.6 to 87 US gal./min)
Viscosity Up to 100 cSt
Temperature –50 °C to 200 °C
(–58 °F to 392 °F)
Main flow pipe size Defined by capillary meter chamber
(1) Meter tines project into adapter kit with 63.5 mm (2.5 in) Schedule 40 boundary, and retracted by 25 mm (1 in)
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1.6 Perform a pre-installation meter check
1. Remove the meter from the box.
CAUTION!
Handle the meter with care. Follow all corporate, local, and national safety regulations
for lifting and moving the meter.
2. Visually inspect the meter for any physical damage.
If you notice any physical damage to the meter, immediately contact Micro Motion
Customer Support at [email protected].
3. Connect the power wiring, and power up the meter.
Remove the back transmitter housing cover to access the PWR terminals.
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Power supply wiring terminalsFigure 1-5:
A. 24 VDC
4. If you have an HFVM with calibration code B (viscosity and density calibration),
perform a Known Density Verification (KDV) check.
Use the Known Density Verification procedure to match the current meter
calibration with the factory calibration. If the meter passes the test, then it has not
drifted or changed during shipment.
For more information on performing a KDV check, see the configuration and use
manual that shipped with the product.
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2 Mounting
Topics covered in this chapter:
•Prepare the installation
•Mount the meter
•Install thermal insulation
•Rotate the electronics on the meter (optional)
•Rotate the display on the transmitter (optional)
2.1 Prepare the installation
Before you can install the meter and fit the thermal insulation, verify that the system is
stable and leak free.
1. Fit a blanking compression nut to the meter mounting, pressurize, and flush the
system.
2. Isolate the system, depressurize, and remove the blanking compression nut.
2.2 Mount the meter
There are three ways to mount the meter.
Related information
Mount with a flow-through chamber
Mount with an inline viscosity retrofit kit
Mount with a capillary viscosity retrofit kit
2.2.1 Mount with a flow-through chamber
Flow-through chambers are manufactured by Micro Motion, and are available with either
of the following:
•Welded ends or compression fittings that connect into the process pipelines
•1- inch, 2-inch, or 3-inch inlet and outlet pipes
Important
Do not alter the length of the inlet and outlet pipes. Pipe alterations can adversely affect the fitting
temperature response and stability.
Prerequisites
Verify the following conditions:
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Flow •5–40 l/min for 2-inch Schedule 40 calibration bore section (1.5 - 10.5
gal/min)
•5–300 l/min for 3-inch Schedule 80 calibration bore section (1.5 - 80
gal/min)
Viscosity 0.5 to 100 cSt
Temperature –50 °C to 200 °C (–58 °F to 392 °F)
–40 °C to 200 °C (–40 °F to 392 °F) in hazardous areas
Pressure 70 bar @ 204 °C, subject to process connections
Important
•To ensure that the fluid within the pocket is refreshed in a timely manner, verify that flow
velocity at the pipe wall and fluid viscosity are within the limits described in this table.
•The thermal mass of the flanges may affect the response time of the meter to temperature
changes.
Procedure
See Figure 2-1 for an example installation of a meter in a flow-through chamber.
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Flow-through chamber meter installationFigure 2-1:
A. Flow direction
Note
•This flow-through chamber is a direct-insertion type chamber that does not have a thermowell, and
uses a 1-½-inch threaded cone-seat connection.
•The three compression fittings on the flow pockets (½-inch drain, ¾-inch temperature probe, and 1-½-
inch mounting nut for the meter) are rated to above the working pressure of the flow pocket. The
fittings may be Swagelok or Parker.
2.2.2 Mount with an inline viscosity retrofit kit
The inline viscosity retrofit kit provides a simple, direct replacement for existing meters.
Typically, the flange-to-flange distance is 150 mm (5.9 in), although Micro Motion can
accommodate larger versions. Usually, no pipework changes are necessary.
CAUTION!
Observe all corporate and government safety regulations. Wear protective clothing, safety
glasses, and gloves to prevent burns and the absorption of hot oil.
Prerequisites
Verify the following conditions:
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Temperature –50 °C to 200 °C (–58 °F to 392 °F)
Flow 40 to 330 l/min
2.5 to 20 m3/hr
11 to 87 US gal/min
Viscosity Up to 100 cSt
Pressure As defined by process flanges
Calibration boundary 2.5 in Schedule 40
Procedure
1. Check that the isolation valves are fully closed.
2. Remove insulation and allow the equipment to cool to a safe level.
Cooling reduces retained pressure.
3. If you have a drain or a pressure-relieving valve, depressurize the system.
4. Slacken the lock nut 1 ½ to 2 turns so that you can rock the sensor.
If necessary, use your hand to jolt the meter loose from the amplifier housing. This
breaks the seal between the sensor and the chamber retrofit kit. Do not slacken the
lock nut further unless the seal is broken and the sensor is obviously loose in the
fitting.
Note
If the system is still pressurized, you'll be able to lift and hold the meter against the retaining
nut. Rocking and alternately pushing the sensor in and out of the pocket within the limits
allowed by the slackened nut breaks the seal and allows oil under pressure to seep past the
lock nut. If this leakage is excessive, re-tighten the lock nut and take further action to
depressurize the system.
5. CAUTION!
Keep all parts of your body away from the direction in which you'll remove the sensor.
Pressure caused by a valve failure or a poorly placed lock nut can eject the instrument
from the flow chamber and cause serious injury.
Remove the lock nut if you can rock the meter in the flow chamber, and there is no
serious or continuous escape of oil.
6. Retrofit the meter per the following diagram.
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Inline viscosity retrofit (plan view)Figure 2-2:
Note
The HFVM inline viscosity meter is mounted 25 mm (0.98 in) away from the main flow line, allowing good
product mixing, sensor protection, and stable measurement conditions.
2.2.3 Mount with a capillary viscosity retrofit kit
The capillary viscosity retrofit kit provides a simple, direct replacement for existing
capillary meters.
Typically, capillary meters operate with their own measurement chamber that attaches to
the HFVM. No pipework changes are necessary.
CAUTION!
Observe all corporate and government safety regulations. Wear protective clothing, safety
glasses, and gloves to prevent burns and the absorption of hot oil.
Prerequisites
Verify the following conditions:
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Temperature –50 °C to 200 °C (–58 °F to 392 °F)
Flow 40 to 330 l/min
2.5 to 20 m3/hr
11 to 87 US gal/min
Viscosity Up to 100 cSt
Pressure As defined by process flanges
Calibration boundary 2.5 in Schedule 40
Procedure
1. Check that the isolation valves are fully closed.
2. Remove insulation and allow the equipment to cool to a safe level.
Cooling reduces retained pressure.
3. If you have a drain or a pressure-relieving valve, depressurize the system.
4. Slacken the lock nut 1 ½ to 2 turns so that you can rock the sensor.
If necessary, use your hand to jolt the meter loose from the amplifier housing. This
breaks the seal between the sensor and the chamber retrofit kit. Do not slacken the
lock nut further unless the seal is broken and the sensor is obviously loose in the
fitting.
Note
If the system is still pressurized, you'll be able to lift and hold the meter against the retaining
nut. Rocking and alternately pushing the sensor in and out of the pocket within the limits
allowed by the slackened nut breaks the seal and allows oil under pressure to seep past the
lock nut. If this leakage is excessive, re-tighten the lock nut and take further action to
depressurize the system.
5. CAUTION!
Keep all parts of your body away from the direction in which you'll remove the sensor.
Pressure caused by a valve failure or a poorly placed lock nut can eject the instrument
from the flow chamber and cause serious injury.
Remove the lock nut if you can rock the meter in the flow chamber, and there is no
serious or continuous escape of oil.
6. Retrofit the meter per the following diagram.
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