Thermo Scientific Polysonics SX30 User manual

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Polysonics SX30
Portable Doppler Flowmeter
User Guide
P/N 1-0563-007
Revision J

Polysonics SX30
Portable Doppler Flowmeter
User Guide
P/N 1-0563-007
Revision J

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Contents
Chapter 1 Product Overview ............................................................................................. 1-1
Introduction........................................................................................ 1-1
Ordering Information ......................................................................... 1-1
Specifications ...................................................................................... 1-2
Performance..................................................................................... 1-2
Physical............................................................................................ 1-2
Functional........................................................................................ 1-3
Environmental ................................................................................. 1-4
Approvals ......................................................................................... 1-4
Chapter 2 Installation & Wiring........................................................................................ 2-1
Installing the Transducers ................................................................... 2-1
Wiring ................................................................................................ 2-4
DC Auxiliary Power......................................................................... 2-5
Transducers...................................................................................... 2-5
4–20 mA Current Loop ................................................................... 2-5
Chapter 3 Operation & Configuration .............................................................................. 3-1
The Interface....................................................................................... 3-1
Screen Contrast................................................................................ 3-1
Configuration ..................................................................................... 3-2
Auto Mode....................................................................................... 3-2
Manual Mode .................................................................................. 3-3
HydraScan .......................................................................................... 3-5
Flow Menu Items .............................................................................................. 4-1
Chapter 4
Setup................................................................................................... 4-1
Reset ................................................................................................ 4-1
Config.............................................................................................. 4-1
FFT..................................................................................................... 4-1
Logset ................................................................................................. 4-1
Accessing, Saving, & Loading Log Files............................................ 4-2
Trend.................................................................................................. 4-2
Rate.................................................................................................. 4-2
Max.................................................................................................. 4-2
Troubleshooting & Maintenance................................................................... 5-1
Chapter 5
General Troubleshooting .................................................................... 5-1
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Learn Mode Warnings ..................................................................... 5-2
Operating Mode Warnings .............................................................. 5-2
Checking the FFT............................................................................ 5-3
Signal Quality & Strength................................................................... 5-5
Maintenance ....................................................................................... 5-6
General ............................................................................................ 5-6
Upgrades............................................................................................. 5-6
Contact Information ........................................................................... 5-7
Warranty............................................................................................. 5-8
Obtaining Pipe ID .............................................................................................A-1
Appendix A
Appendix B Toxic & Hazardous Substances Tables*.....................................................B-1

Chapter 1
Product Overview
Introduction Thermo Fisher’s Polysonics SX30 portable Doppler flowmeter generates
two independent ultrasonic signals at different frequencies. By correlating
these frequencies, the instrument automatically identifies and eliminates
noise errors from sources such as variable frequency drives.
In addition, operation of the instrument is enhanced by an Expert System
that allows the flowmeter to automatically “learn” the application
parameters. As a result, the flowmeter can be easily commissioned in a
fraction of the time required to configure competitive ultrasonic
flowmeters.
Ordering
Information
Refer to the following list of part numbers to order spare parts for your
instrument.
Table 1–1.
Part Number Description
22767-0001 Poly CD, specification sheet, meter installation video CD
1-0563-007 User guide
1-0561-005 HydraScan software manual
01008-0006 RS232 cable, standard serial, 6 ft., female to male, DB9
10228-0002 Power adapter, 90–264 Vac input, 15 Vdc output
10312-0001 Battery, 12 V, 7.0 A-hr, 24-hour continuous operation
10312-0002 Battery, 12 V, 7.0 A-hr, 12-hour continuous operation
10435-0007 Cable coupling, BNC (to extend 22688-0001, 2 required)
10520-0005 Thermo Fisher accessory bag with shoulder strap
10605-0001 Pipe strap, SS, 32-inch with 3/8 SS screw
10605-0003 Pipe strap, SS, 67-inch with 3/8 SS screw
10705-0003 Nut driver, 3/8-inch
10808-0002 Coupling compound, silicone RTV108, 2.8 oz.
10823-0005 Coupling compound, Sil-Glyde®, 4 oz.
20192-0001 SS tag
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Product Overview
Specifications
Part Number Description
20336-0001 Quick mount clamp assembly (set of 2)
22366-0002 Cable adapter, dedicated transducer to portable meter
22490-0001 Cable adapter set, portable transducer to dedicated meter
22686-0002 PCB assembly, Doppler
22688-0002 Transducer cables (set), 16 ft. with BNC connectors
22689-0002 PCB assembly, motherboard
22702-0001 Front panel assembly, includes keypad and display
22703-0001 Transducer assembly (set of 2), 15 ft. cable length
22705-0002 PCB assembly, CPU
22262-0006 4–20 mA board
Specifications
Performance Velocity Range: 0.2–18 ft./sec. (0.06–5.5 m/sec.)
Accuracy: ±1% of velocity full scale
Fluids: Liquids containing particulate or entrained gas bubbles
Pipe Size: 0.5–200 in. (12–5000 mm)
Physical Transmitter: NEMA 6 (IP67), environmentally sealed, waterproof against
accidental immersion, splash proof with lid open
Transducers
Two encapsulated dual frequency sensor heads
Encased in stainless steel shrouds, with stainless steel straps and quick
clamps
Cable length: 16 ft. (5 m)
Weight: 11 lb. (4.9 kg) with 12-hr. battery
Dimensions: Refer to Figure 1–1
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