Flintec FT-13 User manual

WEIGHING CONTROLLER
FT-13
T
TE EC CH HN NI IC CA AL L M MA AN NU UA AL L
For Firmware Version 2.13 and higher
Flintec GmbH
Bemannsbruch 9
74909 Meckesheim
GERMANY
www.flintec.com

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Table of Contents:
1. Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................4
2. Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................................................................5
3. Overview...................................................................................................................................................6
3.1 Key Features ..........................................................................................................................................6
3.2 Available Options....................................................................................................................................6
3.3 Technical Specifications.........................................................................................................................7
3.4 Housing Dimensions...............................................................................................................................8
3.4.1 Stainless Steel Housing .....................................................................................................................................8
3.4.2 Panel Type Housing...........................................................................................................................................8
4. Installation and Commissioning ............................................................................................................9
4.1 Mechanical Installation ...........................................................................................................................9
4.1.1 Jumpers .............................................................................................................................................................9
4.2 Electrical Connections............................................................................................................................9
4.2.1 Power Supply and Grounding ............................................................................................................................9
4.2.2 Standard Load Cell Connection .......................................................................................................................10
4.2.3 Digital I/O Connections.....................................................................................................................................10
4.3 Commissioning.....................................................................................................................................11
5. Front Panel and Keypad .......................................................................................................................12
5.1 Weight Display and Status LEDs..........................................................................................................12
5.2 Keypad..................................................................................................................................................13
5.3 Key lock ................................................................................................................................................13
6. Setup and Calibration ...........................................................................................................................14
6.1 Basics ...................................................................................................................................................14
6.1.1 Basic Setup Keys on the Frontplate.................................................................................................................14
6.1.2 Entering the Setup and Calibration Menu.........................................................................................................14
6.1.3 Exiting the Setup and Calibration Menu...........................................................................................................14
6.2 Metrological Counter.............................................................................................................................14
6.3 Configuration Parameters.....................................................................................................................15
6.4 Scale Parameters .................................................................................................................................15
6.5 Scale Calibration...................................................................................................................................16
7. Filling with FT-13 ...................................................................................................................................17
7.1 Overview...............................................................................................................................................17
7.2 Commissioning.....................................................................................................................................17
7.3 Filling Programmes...............................................................................................................................18
7.3.1 Programme 0: Open Container Filling..............................................................................................................18
7.3.2 Programme 1: Bunghole Container Filling........................................................................................................19
7.3.3 Programme 2: Below Surface Filling................................................................................................................20
7.3.4 Programme 3: Filling and Emptying Type 1 .....................................................................................................21
7.3.5 Programme 4: Filling and Discharging .............................................................................................................23
7.3.6 Programme 5: Charging and Discharging........................................................................................................24
7.3.7 Programme 6: Filling and Emptying Type 2 .....................................................................................................25
7.3.8 Programme 7: Filling the bag...........................................................................................................................26
7.3.9 Programme 8: Bag filling from hopper scale ....................................................................................................27
7.4 Target and Preset Entry........................................................................................................................29
7.5 Recipe Memory.....................................................................................................................................30
7.6 Setup.....................................................................................................................................................31
7.7 Error Messages ....................................................................................................................................33

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8. Communication......................................................................................................................................34
8.1 Overview about Communication...........................................................................................................34
8.2 Serial Interface and Printer...................................................................................................................34
8.2.1 Standard Serial Interface Connector (RS232C)...............................................................................................34
8.2.2 Optional Serial Interface Connector (RS232C, RS485, 20 mA TTY) ...............................................................34
8.2.3 Continuous Output Mode .................................................................................................................................35
8.2.4 Host Mode........................................................................................................................................................35
8.2.5 Print Mode........................................................................................................................................................35
8.2.6 Setup................................................................................................................................................................36
8.3 Ethernet Option.....................................................................................................................................37
8.3.1 Electrical Connections......................................................................................................................................37
8.3.2 Setup................................................................................................................................................................38
8.3.3 Data Structure..................................................................................................................................................39
8.4 Profibus Option.....................................................................................................................................40
8.4.1 Electrical Connections......................................................................................................................................40
8.5.2 Setup................................................................................................................................................................40
8.5.3 Data Structure..................................................................................................................................................40
8.6 ProfiNet Option .....................................................................................................................................41
8.6.1 Electrical Connections...........................................................................................................................................41
8.6.2 Setup................................................................................................................................................................41
8.6.3 Data Structure..................................................................................................................................................41
8.7 CANopen Option...................................................................................................................................42
8.7.1 Electrical Connections...........................................................................................................................................42
8.7.2 Setup................................................................................................................................................................42
8.7.3 Data Structure..................................................................................................................................................42
9. Diagnostics ............................................................................................................................................43
Appendix 1: Setup and Calibration Menu .......................................................................................................44
Appendix 2: Continues Output Mode Data Structure ....................................................................................45
Appendix 3: Modbus RTU Data Structure.......................................................................................................46
Appendix 4: Profibus DP / ProfiNet Data Structure .......................................................................................49
Appendix 5: CANopen Data Structure.............................................................................................................51
Appendix 6: Error Table....................................................................................................................................53
Appendix 7: Parameter’s Default Table...........................................................................................................54

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RIGHTS AND LIABILITIES
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any
means, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Flintec
GmbH
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. While every
precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, FLINTEC assumes no responsibility for errors or
omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
herein.
The information herein is believed to be both accurate and reliable. FLINTEC, however, would be obliged to be
informed if any errors occur. FLINTEC cannot accept any liability for direct or indirect damages resulting from
the use of this manual.
FLINTEC reserves the right to revise this manual and alter its content without notification at any time.
Neither FLINTEC nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages,
losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of
this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or failure to strictly comply with
FLINTEC operating and maintenance instructions.
FLINTEC shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any
consumable products other than those designated as Original FLINTEC Products.
NOTICE: The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 2008 –2013 by Flintec GmbH, 74909 Meckesheim, Bemannsbruch 9, Germany
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION READ this manual BEFORE operating or servicing this equipment. FOLLOW
these instructions carefully. SAVE this manual for future reference. DO NOT allow untrained
personnel to operate, clean, inspect, maintain, service, or tamper with this equipment.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT this equipment from the power source before cleaning or performing
maintenance. CALL FLINTEC ENGINEERING for parts, information, and service.
WARNING ONLY PERMIT QUALIFIED PERSONNEL TO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.
EXERCISE CARE WHEN MAKING CHECKS, TESTS AND ADJUSTMENTS THAT MUST BE
MADE WITH POWER ON. FAILING TO OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT
IN BODILY HARM.
WARNING FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD CONNECT
TO PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET ONLY. DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUND PRONG.
WARNING DISCONNECT ALL POWER TO THIS UNIT BEFORE REMOVING THE
FUSE OR SERVICING.
WARNING BEFORE CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING ANY INTERNAL ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS OR INTERCONNECTING WIRING BETWEEN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
ALWAYS REMOVE POWER AND WAIT AT LEAST THIRTY (30) SECONDS BEFORE ANY
CONNECTIONS OR DISCONNECTIONS ARE MADE. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE
PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO OR DESTRUCTION OF THE
EQUIPMENT OR BODILY HARM.
CAUTION OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE
DEVICES.

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2. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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3. OVERVIEW
The FT-13 Weighing Controller is an economic and powerful state-of-the-art instrument. Its application covers
standard filling tasks like filling above the open container, filling below the bunghole of the container, below
surface filling in the container, accurate filling and emptying etc.
The accurate and versatile instrument is available in different housings, meeting the industries demand for
various environmental conditions.
FT-13 has been designed according OIML R76 and OIML R61 recommendations and fulfills 90/384/EC
directive, 2004/22/EC directive and EN 45501 standard. It has a large 6 digit LED weight display (red, 20 mm or
14 mm high) with weight status information. With a variety of interface options FT-13 is the perfect fit to
weighing systems and process control systems.
3.1 Key Features
EU Type approved for 10 000 intervals in single range scales (90/384/EC directive) AND
for 6 000 intervals in single range scales (2004/22/EC directive)
Approved sensitivity of 0.4 V/e (according 90/384/EC directive) and
0.83 V/e (according 2004/22/EC directive); non-approved sensitivity of 0.1 V/d
Internal resolution up to 8 000 000 counts
Display resolution up to 60 000 counts
Maximum conversion rate of 400 values/s (after serial no. 520001G7)
Adaptive digital filter for fast and stable reading
High resolution display mode
Up to 6 load cells (350 ) or 18 load cells (1100 )
Realtime clock
Standard Serial interface RS232C
Integrated AC power supply
Zeroing with one button & Taring with one button
Auto zero tracking
Motion detection
4x digital inputs / 8x digital outputs
9 standard filling programmes
Key lock option to prevent unauthorized access
3.2 Available Options
Additional serial interface RS232C / 20 mA TTY CL / RS485
(20 mA TTY CL not for stainless steel housing)
Modbus RTU
Ethernet TCP/IP and Modbus RTU over Ethernet
Profibus DP-V0 & DP-V1
ProfiNet
CANopen
12 V DC (12…17 V DC) power inlet
24 V DC (20…27 V DC) power inlet

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3.3 Technical Specifications
Accuracy
Accuracy class:
III
EU Type approved:
10 000 intervals (90/384/EC directive); 6 000 (2004/22/EC directive); single range
Display and Keyboard
Display:
6 digits, 7 segments, LED red, 20 mm high (Panel type 14 mm high)
Display update rate:
250 ms
Keyboard:
18-keys; membrane with tactile feedback
A/D Converter
A/D converter type:
24 bit Delta-Sigma ratiometric with integral analog and digital filters
Conversion rate:
Max. 400 measurement values per second
Input sensitivity:
0.4 μV/e (acc. 90/384/EC); 0.83 μV/e (acc. 2004/22/EC); 0.1 μV/d (non approved)
Analogue input range:
0 to 20 mV
Internal resolution:
Up to 8 000 000 counts
Display resolution:
Up to 60 000 counts
Scale Calibration and Functions
Calibration:
Calibration is performed by application weights
Corner adjustment:
Only externally
Digital filter:
10 step adjustable
Filling programmes
Open container filling, Below bunghole filling, Below surface filling, Filling and
emptying (2 types), Filling and discharging, Charging and discharging,
In the bag filling, Bag filling from hopper scale
Weighing functions:
Tare, zero, motion, auto zero tracking
Digital I/O:
4x in / 8x out
Linearity:
Within 0.0015% FS, 2 ppm/°C
Load cells
Excitation:
5 V DC at 58...1200 max. 100 mA
Number of load cells:
Up to 6 load cells (350 ) or 18 load cells (1 100 ) in parallel
Connection:
4- or 6-wire technique; cable length 274 m/mm² for 6-wire connection
Communication:
Standard serial interface RS232C; 1 200 to 57 600 baud; programmable
Continuous mode update rate:
100 ms
Option board update rate:
40 ms
Power supply:
AC Power supply
200…240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
DC Power supply
optionally 12…17 V DC, max. 12 VA or optionally 20…27 V DC, max. 12 VA
Environment and Enclosure
Operation temp.:
-10 °C to +40 °C legal for trade; max. 85% RH, non-condensing
Enclosure
Panel type (front panel IP65) or stainless steel (IP65)

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3.4 Housing Dimensions
3.4.1 Stainless Steel Housing
70
220
160
230
70
100
15
70
220
160
230
220
160
230
70
100
15 70
100
15
Stainless steel housing front view
Stainless steel housing side view
100 mm deep with big backplane option
3.4.2 Panel Type Housing
Panel type front view
Panel type side view
9
5,5
69
144
80
164
Sticker
9
5,5
69
144
80
164
9
5,5
69
144
80
164
Sticker
Panel type rear view
The hole dimensions for mounting on a panel
175
68
174
90
5, mounting with 4x M4

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4. INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING
PRECAUTION: Please read this manual carefully before energizing the indicator. Perform the commissioning
operation according the procedure given here. Use trained personnel for cleaning, commissioning, checking
and service of the indicator. The interference of untrained personnel may cause some unwanted damages or
injures.
4.1 Mechanical Installation
First of all please determine the place where your indicator can operate safely. This place should be clean, not
getting direct sun light if possible, with a temperature between -10 ºC and +40 ºC, humidity not exceeding 85%
non-condensing. Take care to the housing dimensions and the suggested panel hole dimensions given in
chapter 3.5. All the cables should be installed safely to avoid mechanical damages.
To avoid electrical noise protect your indicator which has very low input signal level from the equipment that
produces electrical noise, especially in panel mounting.
4.1.1 Jumpers
There are three jumpers on the instrument‟s main board/weighing board for calibration and for switching on/off.
To change the position of this jumpers, open the housing and perform the necessary changes before
energizing the indicator.
Figure 4.1 Main board
4.2 Electrical Connections
4.2.1 Power Supply and Grounding
FT-13 is available with 230 V AC power supply or 24 V DC or 12 V DC power inlet. The 230 V AC indicators
are supplied with a power cable; the DC indicators are supplied with a special connector for the power inlet.
Prepare your power voltage according to your instrument‟s power inlet. The DC connector pin configuration can
be found in Figure 4.2 below.
Definition
Pin no.
for desk and panel type
Pin no.
for stainless steel housing
24 V / 12 V
1
3
0 V
2
2
Housing Gnd
3
1
Figure 4.2 The pin layout of the DC connector
The quality of the instrument‟s ground will determine the accuracy and the safety of your indicator. A poor
ground can result in an unsafe condition if an electrical short cuircuit happens. A good ground connection is
needed to minimize extraneous electrical noise pulses. It is important that the instrument does not share power
lines with noise-generating equipment such as heavy load switching, motor control equipments, inductive loads,
etc. If the condition of the power line in the plant is bad, prepare a special power line and grounding.
If you have to service the indicator, turn off the power and wait at least for 30 seconds before interfering.
All connectors are at the rear side of the housings of desk and panel types. The stainless steel housings must
be opened to make the required connections. These connections must be done as described below.
Desk / Panel
J2 Calibration
(short circuit for calibration)
J8 On/Off Switch
(always short circuit at the Panel type)
J17 short circuit for on/off key function

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4.2.2 Standard Load Cell Connection
The load cell wiring should be made carefully before energizing to avoid damages to the weight indicator and
the load cells. The input resistance of the load cells that you want to connect should be more than 58 Ω.
The sense pins of the instrument should be connected. In 4-wire installations the sense and excitation pins with
the same polarity should be short circuited at the connector side.
6-wire Load Cell
Connection
4-wire Load Cell
Connection
Pin no. for desk type & panel
type (D-Sub, 9-pin, female)
Pin no. for Stainless steel
housing (J12 connector)
+ Excitation
+ Excitation
1
1
+ Sense
+ Excitation
2
2
Shield
Shield
3
4
- Sense
- Excitation
4
6
- Excitation
- Excitation
5
7
+ Signal
+ Signal
7
3
- Signal
- Signal
8
5
Shield
Shield
Connector body
4
4.2.3 Digital I/O Connections
FT-13 is equiped with a digital I/O board which provides 4 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs.
The meanings of the various I/O depend on the selected standard filling programme (see chapter 7).
Definition
Pin no.
(P*)
Pin no. (SS**)
Programme
J10, J15
(Standard)
JR1 & JR2
(Option)
0
1
2
3 / 6
4
5
7
8
GND
2
GND
(J15)
15
+24 V
1
24V
(J10)
16
Input 1
9
1 (J15)
12
Start of filling
Input 2
10
2 (J15)
11
-
Valve
is
down
Valve is
at middle
position
Start of discharge
-
Clamp is
closed
Input 3
11
3 (J15)
10
-
-
Valve is
down
Gate is closed
Clamp
is
closed
Gate is
closed
Input 4
12
4 (J15)
9
Reset
Output 1
3
1 (J10)
8
Coarse feeding
Output 2
4
2 (J10)
7
Fine feeding
Output 3
5
3 (J10)
6
-
Valve
down
Valve
down
Emtying
Dis-
charge
Charge
feed
-
Open the
gate
Output 4
6
4 (J10)
5
End of filling/emptying
Output 5
7
5 (J10)
4
-
-
Valve is
up
End of discharge
Catch
the
clamp
End of
Emptying
/
Vibration
output
Output 6
8
6 (J10)
3
Error
Output 7
25
7 (J10)
2
-
Vibra-
tion
Release
the
clamp
Output 8
13
8 (J10)
1
Mid-feeding
-
Mid-feeding
Shield
Connector
body
Housing
-
P*: for Panel type housing; SS*: stainless steel housing
Voltage
Current
Digital input
20 to 28 V DC
Max. 30 mA
Digital output
20 to 28 V DC
Max. 300 mA (sum of all 3 outputs)