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F090 - GENERAL PURPOSE INDICATOR
   
   


FLUIDWELL GENERAL PURPOSE INDICATOR

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Hazardous Area Application Specifications Ordering Information Documentation


F077---LEVEL-MONITOR


Features
  • Universal loop powered indicator
  • Very large 26mm (1") high digits
  • Displays the actual value, measuring unit and loop current
  • Selectable on-screen engineering units: %, PPM, meter, m, cm, mm, ft, sqft, ML, L, NL, M3, nM3, GAL, USGAL, IGAL, bbl, CUFT, mg, g, kg, ton, lb, psi, psig, mbar, bar, barg, °C, °F, K, P, RPM, K, KPA, pH, mV, /sec, /min, /hr, /day or no unit (others on request)
  • Piegraph indication: ten segments
  • Number of digits: 5½
  • Green/amber LED backlight with adjustable intensity
  • Operational temperature -40°C to +80°C (-40°F to 178°F)
  • Environmental protection to IP67 (NEMA 4X)
  • Intrinsically Safe - ATEX, IECEx, FM and CSA approval for gas and dust applications.
 

Signal Input

  • 4 - 20mA

Applications

The F090 takes operating energy from an input current (2-wire 4 - 20mA) and reduces installation cost. It accepts a wide range of process instruments, including flow (linear or square root), level, pressure and temperature transmitters. All these process parameters can be displayed in their own engineering units. The F090 is available with Intrinsic Safety for hazardous area applications.

Power Supply

  • Loop powered

OVERVIEW

Introduction

The F090 is a local indicator to display the actual process value, range and loop current. The measuring unit to be displayed is simply selected through an alphanumerical configuration menu. No adhesive labels have to be put on the outside of the enclosure: a weather proof and user friendly solution! The configuration of Span, offset and number of decimals is done through software functions, without any sensitive dip-switches or trimmers. A wide selection of options further enhance this models capabilities, including Intrinsic Safety for hazardous area applications.

Display

The display has 5½ large 26mm (1") digits to show the main process information. At the bottom line, smaller 8mm (0.31") alfanumerical digits are available to display the measuring unit and additional messages in case of an alarm; range error e.g. With the piegraph, an actual range indication is offered in a single glance. If desired, additional information can be presented after pressing the select key, like the actual loop current and the 0% and 100% process value. As the F090 has been designed for field mounted applications, a smart display update function has been incorporated to achieve a readable display even at -40°C (-40°F).

Backlight

For those applications where readabillity during day and night might is an issue, a bi-color backlight is available. The background color can be set to green or amber and the intensity can be adjusted from the keyboard. The display is a transflective type, which means that a high contrast reading is guaranteed in full sunlight as well as during the night. This backlight option is also available Intrinsically Safe.

Configuration

All configuration settings are accessed via a simple operator menu which can be pass-code protected. Each setting is clearly indicated with an alphanumerical description, therefore avoiding confusing abbreviations and baffling codes. Once familiar with one F-series product, you will be able to program all models in the series without a manual. All settings are safely stored in EEPROM memory in the event of sudden power failure.

Signal Input

The F090 does accept 4 - 20mA input signals only. The input signal type can be tuned and set by the user in the configuration menu without having to adjust any sensitive mechanical dip-switches, jumpers or trimmers.

Power Supply

The F090 is designed to be a loop powered indicator, which means it takes its operating energy from an input current (2-wire 4 - 20mA).

Hazardous Area

For hazardous area applications, this model has been ATEX, IECEx, FM and CSA certified Intrinsically Safe for gas and dust applications, with an allowed operational temperature of -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F).

Enclosures

Various types of enclosures can be selected, all ATEX, IECEx, FM and CSA approved. As standard the F090 is supplied in a ruggered GRP panel mount enclosure, which can be converted to an IP67 / NEMA 4X GRP field mount enclosure by the addition of a back case. Most popular is our aluminum field mount enclosure with IP67 / NEMA 4X rating. Both European or U.S. cable gland entry threads are available.

APPLICATION OVERVIEW


F073 Application Overview

ENCLOSURE


Aluminum & GRP Mount Enclosure


Loop-Powered General Purpose Indicator Enclosures

Aluminum Field/Wall Mount Enclosures

Loop-powered General indicator Fluidwell F090 Enclosures

Fluidwell HA Enclosure
HA
Fluidwell HM Enclosure
HM
Fluidwell HN Enclosure
HN
Fluidwell HO Enclosure
HO
Fluidwell HP Enclosure
HP
Fluidwell HT Enclosure
HT
Fluidwell HU Enclosure
HU
Fluidwell HU Enclosure
HV
Fluidwellr HZ Enclosure
HZ

GRP Field/Wall Mount Enclosures

Fluidwell HD Enclosure
HD
Fluidwell HE Enclosure
HE
Fluidwell HF Enclosure
HF
Fluidwell HG Enclosure
HG
Fluidwell HH Enclosure
HH
Fluidwell HJ Enclosure
HJ
Fluidwell HK Enclosure
HK

TERMINAL CONNECTIONS


Terminal connections
Power Supply PB/PC - PD - PL - PX

Power Supply PB/PC - PD - PL - PX

HAZARDOUS AREA APPLICATIONS

The F090-XI has been certified according ATEX and IECEx by KEMA and according CSA c-us and FM for use in Intrinsically Safe applications with an ambient temperature of -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F).
  • The ATEX markings for gas and dust applications are:
    ATEX CertificationII 1 G Ex ia IIC T4
    ATEX CertificationII 1 D Ex iaD 20 IP 65/67 T 100 °C.
  • The IECEx markings for gas and dust applications are: Ga Ex ia IIC T4 and Ex iaD 20 IP 65/67 T100 °C.
  • The CSA c-us markings are: Class I/II/III, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, Temperature class T4 and Class I, Zone 0, AEx ia IIC T4.
  • The FM markings are: Class I/II/III, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, Temperature class T4 and Class I, Zone 0, AEx ia IIC T4.

It is allowed to connect up to two I.S. power supplies to power the unit and backlight.

Configuration example IIA - IIB and IIC -
F090-A-PL-XI-ZB - Basic power supply 8 - 30V DC

Configuration example IIA - IIB and IIC F090-A-PL-XI-ZB - Battery powered unit


SPECIFICATIONS

Display

Type: High intensity reflective numeric and alphanumeric LCD, UV-resistant.
Dimensions: 90 x 40mm (3.5" x 1.6").
Digits: 5½ very large 26mm (1") and eleven 8mm (0.31") digits. Various symbols and measuring units.
Piegraph: 10 segment range indication in relation to its measuring range 0 - 100%
Option ZB: Transflective LCD with bi-color LED-backlight; green / amber. Intensitiy and color selected through the keyboard.

Operating Temperature

Standard Unit: -40°C to +80°C (-40°F to +178°F).
Intrinsically Safe: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F).

Power Requirements

Type PL: Input loop powered from sensor signal 4 - 20mA
Type ZB: 20 - 30 VDC. Power consumption max. 1 Watt
     Note For Intrinsically Safe applications, consult the safety values in the certificate

Terminal Connections

Type: Removable plug-in terminal strip. Wire max. 1.5mm2

Data Protection

Type: EEPROM backup of all settings. Data retention at least 10 years.
Pass-code: Configuration settings can be pass-code protected.

Intrinsically Safe

ATEX Certification: ATEX Certification II 1 G Ex ia IIC T4. II 1 D Ex iaD 20 IP 65 / 67 T 100 °C.
IECEx Certification: Ga Ex ia IIC T4. Ex iaD 20 IP 65 / 67 T 100 °C.
CSA c-us Certification: Intrinsically Safe for Class I/II/III, Div. 1, Groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, Temp. class T4 and Class I, Zone 0, AEx ia IIC T4.
FM certification: Intrinsically Safe for Class I/II/III, Div. 1, Groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, Temp. class T4 and Class I, Zone 0, AEx ia IIC T4.
Ambient: -40°C to +70°C / -40° to +158°F.

Environment

Electromagnetic compatibility: Compliant ref: EN 61326 (1997), EN 61010-1 (1993)

Signal Input

Type A: 4 - 20mA. Analog input signal can be scaled to any desired range within 4 - 20mA.
  Accuracy: Resolution: 16 bit. Error < 0.01mA / ± 0.05% FS. Low level cut-off programmable
  Span: 0.00001 / 199,999 with variable decimal position
  Offset: -99,999 / +999,999 units
  Update time: Four times per second
  Voltage drop: Max. 2.6V DC @ 20mA
  Relationship: Linear and square root calculation

Casing

Window: Polycarbonate window
Sealing: Silicone
Control Keys: Three industrial micro-switch keys. UV-resistant silicone keypad

Aluminum Wall / Field Mount Enclosures

General: Die-cast aluminum wall/field mount enclosure IP67 / NEMA 4X with 2-component UV-resistant coating.
  Dimensions: 130 x 120 x 75mm (5.12" x 4.72" x 2.95") - W x H x D.
  Weight: 1100 grams/2.42 lbs
Type HA: Cable entry: 2 x PG9 and 1 x M20.
Type HM: Cable entry: 2 x M16 and 1 x M20.
Type HN: Cable entry: 1 x M20.
Type HO: Cable entry: 2 x M20.
Type HP: Cable entry: 6 x M12.
Type HT: Cable entry: 1 x ½" NPT.
Type HU: Cable entry: 3 x ½" NPT.
Type HV: Cable entry: 4 x M20.
Type HZ: Cable entry: no holes.

GRP Wall / Field Mount Enclosures

General: GRP wall/field mount enclosure IP67 / NEMA 4X, UV-resistant and flame retardant.
  Dimensions: 130 x 120 x 75mm (5.12" x 4.72" x 2.95") - W x H x D.
  Weight: 600 grams/1.33 lbs
Type HD: Cable entry: no holes.
Type HE: Cable entry: 2 x Ø 16mm and 1 x Ø 20mm.
Type HF: Cable entry: 1 x Ø 22mm (7/8").
Type HG: Cable entry: 2 x Ø 20mm.
Type HH: Cable entry: 6 x Ø 12mm.
Type HJ: Cable entry: 3 x Ø 22mm (7/8").
Type HK: Flat bottom, cable entry: no holes.

Panel Mount Enclosures

Dimensions: 130 x 120 x 60mm (5.12" x 4.72" x 2.36") - W x H x D.
  Panel cut-out: 115 x 98mm (4.53" x 3.86") L x H.
Type HB: Die-cast aluminum panel mount enclosure IP65 / NEMA 4.
  Weight: 600 grams/1.33 lbs
Type HC: GRP panel mount enclosure IP65 / NEMA 4, UV-resistant and flame retardant.
  Weight: 450 grams/1 lb

ABS Wall / Field Mount Enclosures

General: Silicone free ABS wall/field mount enclosure IP65 with EPDM and PE sealings. UV-resisitant polyester keypad (old HD enclosure).
  Dimensions: 130 x 114 x 71mm (5.1" x 4.5" x 2.8") - W x H x D.
  Weight: 450 grams/1 lb
Type HS: Cable entry: no holes.

Operational

Displayed functions:
    • Top line: main display value
    • Bottom line: measuring unit and messages
    • Piegraph: 10 segments related to input signal
    • Actual sensor input value in mA.
    • Displayed value at 0% of the input signal
    • Displayed value at 100% of the input signal

Total

Digits: 5½ digits (height 26mm / 1").
Units:m - mL - L- nL - M3 - nM3 - mg - g - kg - ton - gal - sgal - igal - lb - bbl - cf - scf - p - rev - °C - °F - °K - % - mm - cm - mtr - inch - ft - mmwk - mmwc - cmwk - cmwc - mwk - mwc - inwc - ftwc - mbar - bar - psi - pH - mV - no unit.
Time Units: /sec - /min - /hr - /day - no unit
Decimals: 0 - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 or 5

ORDERING INFORMATION

Standard Model Number Configuration (example): F090-A-HC-PX-XX-ZX

To aid in the construction of a Fluidwell model number a model configurator must be used. The path to this Configurator is contained in the link shown below. However, it would help to first review the options shown below.

NOTE: If you require the product to be Intrinsically Safe (ATEX, IECEx, CSA c-us or FM.), the options you choose should only include those options that carry the ATEX symbol next to them. The Configurator will not allow you to mix and match options, unless the product is to be used in a Safe Area.

Once a new model is generated using the Configurator, you will
  1. see the price of the fully configured model
  2. have an opportunity to purchase the product
  3. have the capability to e-mail the configuration to us, yourself, or a third person

To launch the configurator, click here

Sensor Input Signal

A ATEX Certification (0)4 - 20mA input

Panel Mount Enclosures - IP65 / NEMA 4

HB ATEX Certification Aluminum enclosure
HC ATEX Certification GRP enclosure

GRP Field / Wall Mount Enclosures - IP67 / NEMA 4X

HD ATEX Certification Cable entry: no holes
HE ATEX Certification Cable entry: 2 x Ø 16mm & 1 x Ø 20mm
HF ATEX Certification Cable entry: 1 x Ø 22mm (7/8")
HG ATEX Certification Cable entry: 2 x Ø 20mm
HH ATEX Certification Cable entry: 6 x Ø 12mm
HJ ATEX Certification Cable entry: 3 x Ø 22mm (7/8")
HK ATEX Certification Flat bottom, cable entry: no holes

Aluminum Field / Wall Mount Enclosures - IP67 / NEMA 4X

HA ATEX Certification Cable entry: 2 x PG9 + 1 x M20
HM ATEX Certification Cable entry: 2 x M16 + 1 x M20
HN ATEX Certification Cable entry: 1 x M20
HO ATEX Certification Cable entry: 2 x M20
HP ATEX Certification Cable entry: 6 x M12
HT ATEX Certification Cable entry: 1 x ½" NPT
HU ATEX Certification Cable entry: 3 x ½" NPT
HV ATEX Certification Cable entry: 4 x M20
HZ ATEX Certification Cable entry: no holes

ABS Field / Wall Mount Enclosures

HS ATEX Certification Silicone free ABS field enclosure IP65 – Cable entry: no holes (old HD enclosure)

Power Supply

PL ATEX Certification Input loop powered from sensor signal 4 - 20mA (type A)

Hazardous Area

XI ATEX Certification Intrinsically Safe
XX   Safe area only

Other Options

ZB ATEX Certification Backlight
ZX ATEX Certification No options

The bold marked text contains the standard configuration.

DOCUMENTATION

The documentation can be downloaded from these links:
F090: Data Sheet
Request an Instruction Manual
Fluidwell Information
Low-Cost Explosion Proof Enclosure

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