Dwyer Series UFC User manual

Series UFC Ultrasonic Flowmeter Kit

Installation and Operating Instructions

Bulletin F-UFC

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, INC.

P.O. BOX 373 • MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA 46360, USA

Phone: 219/879-8000 www.dwyer-inst.com

Fax: 219/872-9057 email: info@dwyer-inst.com

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Table of Contents

1: General Description 1

1.1 Introduction 1

1.2 Principles of Operation 2

1.3 Supplied Hardware 3

1.4 UFC Instrument 4

1.4.1 Connections 4

1.4.2 Keypad 5

1.4.3 Power supply 6

2: Installation 7

2.1 Safety Precautions and Warnings 7

2.2 Installing the UFC Instrument 7

2.2.1 Positioning the instrument 7

2.2.2 Mounting the instrument 8

2.2.3 Connecting the instrument 9

2.3 Installing the Ultrasonic Transducers 10

2.3.1 Transducer positioning 10

2.3.2 Transducer attachment 11

2.3.3 Attaching the guide rail to the pipe 12

2.3.4 Fitting the transducers 12

2.3.5 Transducer attachment (diagonal mode) 15

3: Operating Procedures 17

3.1 Setting-up the Instrument 18

3.1.1 Using the instrument for the first time 18

3.1.2 Changing the user language 19

3.1.3 Changing the date and time 19

3.2 Using the Quick Start Menu 19

3.3 Instrument Calibration 23

3.3.1 Adjusting the zero cut-off 23

3.3.2 Adjusting the set zero flow offset 23

3.3.3 Adjusting the calibration factor 24

3.3.4 Adjusting the roughness factor 26

3.3.5 Adjusting the damping factor 26

3.4 Outputs 28

3.4.1 Current output 28

3.4.2 Pulse output 30

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3.4.3 Alarm outputs 31

3.5 How to Measure Totalized Flows (manually) 34

3.6 Display of totalizers 35

3.7 Operation with an Energy Meter 35

3.7.1 Pulse output 35

3.7.2 Configuring the UFC 35

4: Data Logging 37

4.1 How to Set Up the Basic Logging Application to Memory 37

4.2 How to Set Up Automatic (Timed) Logging Mode 39

4.3 How to Download Logged Data 40

5: Maintenance & Repair 42

5.1 Introduction 42

5.2 General care 42

5.3 Warranty / Return 42

6: Troubleshooting 43

6.1 Overview 43

6.2 General Troubleshooting Procedure 44

6.3 Warning and Status Messages 45

6.4 Diagnostics Display 47

7: Options 49

7.1 Large Pipe Diameter Transducers 49

7.2 Transducer Holder Options 49

7.3 Extended Signal Cable Options 49

8: Specification 50

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1: General Description

1.1 Introduction

This manual describes the operation of the Dwyer UFC flowmeter. The flowmeter is designed to work with clamp-

on transducers to enable the flow of a liquid within a closed pipe to be measured accurately without needing to

insert any mechanical parts through the pipe wall, or protrude into the flow system.

Using ultrasonic transit time techniques, the UFC is controlled by a micro-processor system which contains a

wide range of data that enables it to be used with pipes having an outside diameter ranging from 0.5 to 79 inches

(13 to 2000 mm) and constructed of almost any material. This can be extended to pipes of up to 197 inches (5000

mm) using the optional type D sensors. The instrument will also operate over a wide range of fluid temperatures.

UFC standard features:

• Large, easy to read graphic display with backlight.

• Simple to follow, dual function keypad.

• Simple ‘Quick Start’ set up procedure.

• Continuous signal monitoring.

• Isolated pulse output (volumetric or frequency).

• Isolated current output (4 to 20 mA, 0 to 20 mA, or 0 to 16 mA).

• 2x Isolated programmable alarm outputs.

• Password-protected menu operation for secure use.

• Signal diagnostics.

• Multi-function alarm outputs.

• Operates from Mains, 24 Vac, or 24 Vdc.

• Logging of Flows and Volume total.

• Output to USB pen

Volumetric flow rates are displayed in L/h, L/min, L/sec, gal/min, gal/h, USgals/min, USgals/h, Barrel/h, Barrel/

day, m³/s, m³/min, m³/h. Linear velocity is displayed in meters or feet per second. When operating in the ‘Flow

Reading’ mode the total volumes, both positive and negative, are displayed up to a maximum 12-digit number.

The flowmeter can be used to measure clean liquids or oils that have less than 3% by volume of particulate

content. Cloudy liquids such as river water and effluent can be measured along with cleaner liquids such as

demineralized water. In addition, the UFC can function as a data logger. When operating in this mode the logged

data, which includes the flow rates and totalizers, is stored in memory and can then be transferred to a USB

memory stick.

Typical UFC applications include:

• Sea or River water.

• Potable water.

• Demineralized water.

• Treated water.

The UFC is available in two model options. Model UFC-A is supplied with type ‘A’ transducers which are designed

to work with pipe diameters between 0.5 to 4.5 inches (13 to 11

5 mm). Model UFC-B is supplied with type ‘B’

transducers which are designed to work with pipe diameters between 2 to 79 inches (50 to 2000 mm). Both sets

of transducers use a common mounting system for pipe attachment, and throughout this manual any reference to

‘UFC’ applies to both ‘A’ and ‘B’ model variants unless otherwise stated.

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Note: In addition to the 'A' and 'B' type sensors, type 'D' sensors (option) are available for use on pipes up to 197

inches (5000 mm). These sensors have a different mounting method. See Paragraph 1.3 for further details.

1.2 Principles of Operation

Figure 1.1 Operating modes

When ultrasound is transmitted through a liquid, the speed at which the sound travels through the liquid is

accelerated slightly if it is transmitted in the same direction as the liquid flow, and decelerated slightly if

transmitted against it. The difference in time taken by the sound to travel the same distance but in opposite

directions is therefore directly proportional to the flow velocity of the liquid.

The UFC system employs two ultrasonic transducers attached to the pipe carrying the liquid and compares the

time taken to transmit an ultrasound signal in each direction. If the sound characteristics of the fluid are known,

Fluid flow

U

D

Separation

Distance

Separation

Distance

Separation

Distance

Separation

Distance

Reflex mode

Reflex mode (double bounce)

Reflex mode (triple bounce)

Diagonal mode

This is the mode most commonly used.

The two transducers (U & D) are attached

to the pipe in line with each other and the

signals passing between them are reflected

by the opposite pipe wall.

The separation distance is calculated by

the instrument in response to entered data

concerning the pipe and fluid characteristics.

In this mode the separation distance is

calculated to give a double bounce. This is

most likely to occur if the pipe diameter is

so small that the calculated reflex mode

separation distance would be impractical

for the transducers in use.

This illustration goes one step further to show

a triple bounce situation. This would normally

apply when working with very small pipes

relative to the transducer range in use.

This mode might be selected by the

instrument where relatively large pipes are

concerned. In this mode the transducers are

located on opposite sides of the pipe but the

separation distance is still critical in order

for the signals to be received correctly.

This mode can be used with the standard

‘A’ & ‘B’ transducer sets but for really large

pipe installations the optional transducer set ‘D’

might be recommended.

Upstream

transducer

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the instrument’s microprocessor can use the results of the transit time calculations to compute the fluid flow

velocity. Once the flow velocity is known the volumetric flow can be easily calculated for a given pipe diameter.

The system can be set up to operate in one of four modes, determined mainly by the pipe diameter and the type

of transducer set in use. The diagram in Figure 1.1 illustrates the importance of applying the correct separation

distance between the transducers to obtain the strongest, and therefore most reliable, signal.

1.3 Supplied Hardware

The supplied UFC components are shown in Figure 1.2.

Figure 1.2 Standard UFC equipment

UFC Standard equipment

• Instrument with backlit graphic display.

• Transducer cables (x2) 16.5 feet (5.0m) in length.

• Transducers ‘A-ST’ x2 (UFC-A) for use with pipes ranging 0.5 to 4.5

inches (13 to 115 mm).

• Transducers ‘B-ST’ x2 (UFC-B) for use with pipes ranging 2 to 79 Inches (50 to 2000 mm).

• Transducer holder for use with ‘A’ or ‘B’ transducers.

• Steel bands used to secure the transducer holder to the pipe.

• Acoustic couplant applicator.

• USB Memory stick.

• User documentation.

UFC Optional equipment

• Transducer set 'D' can be used for monitoring pipes of 59 inches to 197 inches (1500 to 5000 mm) outside

diameter, over a temperature range -4°F to +176°F (-20°C to +80°C). This optional kit is supplied in a

Acoustic

Steel

Transducer

Transducers

(Sensors)

UFC

Instrument

Mounting

Earthing

Transducer

Cables (x2)

User Documentation

Holder

Couplant

Applicator

(Ax2, or Bx2)*

Clamps (x2)

Bands (x2)

Cable Kit

Transducer Clamps

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separate case and includes the type 'D' transducers together with ratchet straps and holders for attaching

the transducers to the pipe.

1.4 UFC Instrument

The UFC is a microprocessor controlled instrument operated through a menu system using an inbuilt LCD display

and keypad. It can be used to display the instantaneous fluid flow rate or velocity, together with totalized volumes.

The instrument also provides an isolated current output, or variable pulse output, that is proportional to the

measured flow rate and can be scaled to suit a particular flow range. Two isolated alarm outputs are provided

which can be configured in a number of ways. For example, to operate when the flow rate exceeds a specified

maximum or minimum value.

Figure 1.3 Instrument details

1.4.1 Connections

Transducer connections

The transducers are connected to two coaxial sockets located on the bottom left-hand of the instrument. The silk-

screen above these connectors show a red and blue triangle and a direction of flow symbol. For a positive flow

reading, it is important that the upstream transducer is connected to the RED socket and the downstream

transducer to the BLUE one. It is safe to connect or disconnect these cables while the instrument is switched on.

4 to 20 mA, ‘Pulse’, and Alarm I/O connections

The 4 to 20 mA, ‘pulse’, and alarm I/O cables, enter the bottom of the instrument via two cable glands and

connected internally to a terminal block. Full details of the terminal connections are provided in Chapter 2

(Installation).

Power supply

Two cable glands located on the bottom right-hand side of the instrument are available for the power supply

cable. Two sizes of glands are provided to accept cables of different diameters.

Keypad

LCD Display

Coaxial cables to transducers

Cable glands for

Small & Large Glands

for power connection

Alarms & I/O connections

Blue = Downstream

Red = Upstream

USB Connector

(for memory key)

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1.4.2 Keypad

The instrument is configured and controlled via a 15-key tactile membrane keypad, as shown in Figure 1.4.

Figure 1.4 UFC Keypad

Menus and the menu selection keys

Note: As a security measure, once the instrument has been set-up for the first time, a password is required to

gain subsequent access to the operating menus (see page 22).

The UFC menus are arranged hierarchally with the MAIN MENU being at the top level. Menu navigation is

achieved by three keys located on the right hand side of the keypad which are used to scroll UP and DOWN a menu

list and SELECT a menu item. When scrolling through a menu, an arrow-shaped cursor moves up and down the

left hand side of the screen to indicate the active menu choice, which can then be selected by pressing the ENTER

(SELECT) key.

Some menus have more options than can be shown on the screen at the same time, in which case the

overflowed choices can be brought into view by continuing to scroll DOWN past the bottom visible item. Menus

generally ‘loop around’ if you scroll beyond the first or last items.

If you select Exit on any menu it usually takes you back one level in the menu hierarchy, but in some cases it

may go directly to the ‘Flow Reading’ screen.

Some screens require you to move the cursor left and right along the display as well as up and down. This is

achieved using keys 5 (scroll LEFT) and 6 (scroll RIGHT).

Dual function numerical keypad

The block of keys shown in the center of the keypad in Figure 1.4 are dual function keys. They can be used to

enter straight-forward numerical data, select the displayed flow units, or provide quick access to frequently

required control menus.

Scroll UP

ENTER (SELECT)

Scroll DOWN

Scroll LEFT

Scroll RIGHT

Numerical keypad

with dual function keys

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1.4.3 Power supply

Mains supply

As standard, the UFC instrument is designed to work with a mains supply of 86 to 236 Vac and 50/60 Hz. A mains

supply fuse is located adjacent to the mains power connection (see Figure 2.2).

24V Supply

An alternative 24 V (ac/dc) power supply module is available as a factory fitted option.

Power failure

The instrument will automatically power-up and become operational when the input power is applied. In the event

of a power failure, the instrument’s configuration parameters are stored in non-volatile memory which then allows

the instrument to return to normal operation immediately power is restored. A real time clock (RTC) records the

date and time of any power disruptions, and time-stamps any such occurrence in the output log. All data logging

ceases while power is unavailable.

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2: Installation

2.1 Safety Precautions and Warnings

2.2 Installing the UFC Instrument

2.2.1 Positioning the instrument

The UFC instrument should be installed as close as conveniently possible to the pipe-mounted ultrasonic

sensors. Standard transducer cables are 16.5 ft (5 m) in length with 33 ft (10 m) cables being optionally available.

Where, for operational reasons, it is not possible to mount the instrument this close to the sensors, bespoke

cables of up to 328 ft (1000 m) can be provided. Consult Dwyer for further information and availability.

A suitable mains supply must be available to power the instrument (an optional 24V (ac/dc) supply module is

available). The external supply must be suitably protected and connected via an identifiable isolator. A 500 mA

fuse is fitted internally in the instrument’s input supply line.

WARNING

LETHAL VOLTAGES

You may be exposed to potentially lethal (mains) voltages

when the terminal cover of this instrument is removed.

Always isolate the supply to this instrument before removing

the terminal cover.

WARNING

LETHAL VOLTAGES

This instrument must be installed by an electrically qualified

technician aware of the potential shock hazards presented

when working with mains powered equipment.

WARNING

SUPPLY EARTHING

If the equipment is powered from a 24 Vac supply then the

supply must be isolated from earth.

Caution

IP65 Enclosure Protection

Blanking plugs are fitted to the cable glands on leaving the manufacturer.

In order to preserve the enclosure’s IP65 rating, ensure that the blanking plugs

remain fitted in any unused cable gland.

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2.2.2 Mounting the instrument

Ideally, the UFC enclosure should be fixed to a wall using three screws – see Figure 2.2.

1. Remove the UFC terminal cover.

2. Fix a screw into the wall at the required point to align with the mounting keyhole on the back of the enclosure.

3. Attach the enclosure to the wall using the keyhole screw mounting.

4. Align the enclosure then mark out the positions for the two remaining screw fixings through the slots near the

bottom corners of the enclosure. Then remove the enclosure, and drill (and plug) the two fixing points.

5. Clear the site of any dust/debris, then mount the enclosure on the wall.

Figure 2.1 UFC Mounting and connection details

GND

TxD

RxD

mA+

mA-

PULSE+

PULSE-

AL1+

AL1-

AL2+

AL2-

IO1

IO2

IO3

IO4

IO5

IO6

IO7

IO8

IO9

IO10

IO11

IO12

F1

24V

+ -

230V AC

L N E

4.5in

7.8in

Screw Slot

Keyhole

Mounting Details

The instrument should be

securely wall-mounted using the

three fixing points shown.

Cable connections

All power and control cables enter

through cable glands located on the

bottom of the instrument and connect

to terminal blocks as shown.

GND

TxD

RxD

mA+

mA-

PULSE+

PULSE-

AL1+

AL1-

AL2+

AL2-

IO1

IO2

IO3

IO4

IO5

IO6

IO7

IO8

IO9

IO10

IO11

IO12

F1

24V

+-

230V AC

LNE

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2.2.3 Connecting the instrument

All cables enter the instrument through the (4) cable glands located at the bottom of the instrument and are

connected by means of screwed terminals to a number of plug-in connectors – see Figure 2.1.

Control & monitoring cables

Depending on the fitted options, any of the following control and monitoring cables may be required:

• Current output – a 4 to 20 mA, 0 to 16 mA, or 0 to 20 mA monitoring signal is output at terminal mA+ and

mA-. (mA+ is the current output terminal and mA- is the return terminal).

• Pulse output – an opto-isolated pulse output is available at terminals PULSE+ and PULSE- (PULSE+ is the

pulse output terminal and PULSE- is the return terminal).

• Alarm Outputs – two programmable, multifunction alarm outputs are available using MOSFET, SPNO

relays. The relays, which are rated at 48 V/500 mA continuous load, are connected to terminals

ALARM1+, ALARM1-, ALARM2+ and ALARM2- respectively.

• Expansion ports – terminals IO1 to IO12 are used for I/O connections to a number of optional expansion

boards that may be fitted to the UFC expansion slot.

1. Remove the terminal block cover.

2. Route the control and monitoring cables through the two smaller cable glands.

3. Cut the wires to length, strip back the insulation by approximately 0.4in (10 mm) and connect them to the

required terminals identified in Figure 2.1.

4. On completion, tighten the cable glands to ensure the cables are held securely.

Power connections

The UFC instrument can be powered from a mains supply (86 to 264 Vac, 47 to 63 Hz) or from a 24 V(ac/dc)

supply if it is fitted with a 24 V supply module.

1. Route the power cable through one of the two cable glands located below the power connection terminals,

using the gland most suitable for the power cable diameter.

2. Cut the wires to length, strip back the insulation by approximately 0.4 inches (10mm), and connected to them

to the correct power supply terminals identified in Figure 2.1.

3. On completion, tighten the cable glands to ensure the cables are held securely.

4. Refit the terminal block cover.

WARNING

LETHAL VOLTAGES

Ensure the power cable is isolated from the mains supply.

Do not apply mains voltage with the terminal cover removed.

WARNING

SUPPLY EARTHING

If the equipment is powered from a 24V AC supply then the

supply must be isolated from earth.

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2.3 Installing the Ultrasonic Transducers

2.3.1 Transducer positioning

Figure 2.2 Locating the transducers

Figure 2.3 Transducer holder attachment (reflex vs. diagonal mode)

The UFC equipment expects a uniform flow profile as a distorted flow will produce unpredictable measurement errors. Flow

profile distortions can result from upstream disturbances such as bends, tees, valves, pumps and other similar obstructions.

To ensure a uniform profile, the transducers must be mounted a sufficient

distance away from any cause of distortion.

Flow

Valid transducer location

10 x Diameter 20 x Diameter

45°

Uniform Flow Profile Distorted Flow Profile

Possible

sludge

Air

Flow

Transducer

Holder

45°

In many applications an even flow velocity profile over a full 360° is unattainable due to, for example, air turbulence at the

top of the flow and possibly sludge in the bottom of the pipe. Experience has shown that the most consistently accurate

results are achieved when the transducer holders are mounted at 45° with respect to the top of the pipe.

Possible

sludge

Air

Reflex Mode

Diagonal Mode*

Transducer

Transducer Holder 2

Transducer Holder

Transducer Holder 1

Transducer Holder 2

45°

*Note: when using the UFC in the ‘diagonal’ mode an additional transducer holder and fixing kit is required.

Holder

Holder 1

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To obtain the most accurate results, the condition of both the liquid and the pipe wall must be suitable to allow the

ultrasound transmission along its predetermined path. It is important also that the liquid flows uniformly within the

length of pipe being monitored and that the flow profile is not distorted by any upstream or downstream

obstructions. This is best achieved by ensuring there is a straight length of pipe upstream of the transducers of at

least 20 times the pipe diameter and 10 times the pipe diameter on the downstream side, as shown in Figure 2.2.

Flow measurements can be made on shorter lengths of straight pipe, down to 10 diameters upstream and 5

diameters downstream, but when the transducers are positioned this close to any obstruction the resulting errors

can be unpredictable.

Preparation

Before you attach the transducers you should first ensure that the proposed location satisfies the distance

requirements shown in Figure 2.2, otherwise the resulting accuracy of the flow readings may be affected.

Prepare the pipe by degreasing it and removing any loose material or flaking paint in order to obtain the best

possible surface. A smooth contact between the pipe surface and the face of the transducers is an important

factor in achieving a good ultrasound signal strength, and therefore maximum accuracy.

2.3.2 Transducer attachment

Figure 2.4 Transducer attachment (completed assembly)

Type ‘A’ or ‘B’ transducers are attached to the pipe using the adjustable guide rail assembly shown in Figure 2.4.

The guide rail itself is secured to the pipe using two wrap-around steel bands. For user convenience, an imperial

(inches) and metric (millimetres) ruler is attached to the side plate of the guide rail – as shown in Figure 2.4. Once

the guide rail assembly is fully assembled the transducers are locked into position by tightening the transducer

clamp.

Key Point: Do not expect to obtain accurate results if the transducers are positioned

close to any obstructions that distort the uniformity of the flow profile.

Rectangular

Upstream

Downstream

Stainless steel bands

transducer

opening

transducer

Transducer

Cable Connector

Transducer clamp

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Note: When using the UFC in the ‘diagonal’ mode, or in ‘reflex’ mode on pipes over 13.75 inches diameter, two

guide rails are required with a transducer mounted in each one – see Paragraph 2.3.5 for diagonal mode details.

2.3.3 Attaching the guide rail to the pipe

1. Position the guide rail horizontally on the pipe

at 45° with respect to the top of the pipe and

secure it in position using the supplied

stainless steel banding, as shown in Figure

2.5.

Note: In the following procedure the guide rail is

installed with the rectangular opening facing

towards the upstream end of the pipe.

2.3.4 Fitting the transducers

1. Tighten each transducer clamp

clockwise until it is close to the top

of the transducer Figure 2.6. This

is necessary in order to prevent

the acoustic couplant touching the

pipe when the transducer is

initially inserted into the guide rail

– as described below.

2. Using the suppled syringe

applicator, apply a 0.1 inch bead

of acoustic couplant to the base of

both transducers (Figure 2.7).

3. Thread the downstream transducer cable (blue)

through the right-hand end of the guide rail and up

through the rectangular opening at the top left-

hand end of the guide rail, as shown in Figure 2.8.

4. Connect the downstream cable (blue) to one of

the transducers.

Figure 2.5

Figure 2.6 Figure 2.7

Figure 2.8

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Note: When carrying out the following steps handle the transducer assembly with care to avoid smearing the

acoustic couplant on the pipe whilst attaching the transducer to the guide rail.

5. Carefully lower the transducer and cable through

the rectangular opening until the slots in the side

of the transducer clamp align with the edges on

the top of the guide rail.

6. Carefully slide the downstream transducer

assembly along the guide rail until the inner face

of the transducer is aligned with the '0' mark on

the ruler scale (Figure 2.10).

7. Lower the transducer onto the pipe by turning the

transducer clamp anti-clockwise until it is ‘finger

tight’ (do not use a spanner).

8. Thread the upstream signal cable (red) through

the left-hand end of the mounting rail and connect

it to the second transducer (Figure 2.11).

9. Following the method used to insert the

downstream transducer, carefully lower the

transducer assembly through the rectangular

opening until the slots in the side of the transducer

clamp align with the edges on the top of the guide

rail (Figure 2.9).

Figure 2.9

‘0’ on ruler scale

Figure 2.10

Figure 2.11

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10. Position the upstream transducer so that the inner

face of the transducer is set to the required

separation distance on the ruler, as shown in

Figure 2.12 (2 inches in this example).

Note: The separation distance for a particular

application can be found using the ‘Quickstart’

menu as described in Paragraph 3.2.

11. Lower the transducer onto the pipe by turning the

transducer clamp anti-clockwise until it is ‘finger

tight’ (do not use a spanner).

Figure 2.13 shows the final position of the

transducers when the transducer clamps are fully

tightened.

12. Ensure the transducer signal cables are correctly

connected to the UFC instrument – i.e. with the

RED cable connected to the upstream transducer

connector and the BLUE cable to the downstream

transducer connector.

13. In some cases, particularly on large pipes using

diagonal mode, or pipes with a poor internal

condition, the signal from the sensors can be very

noisy.

In order to improve sensor performance and noise

immunity, we recommend that the transducers are

earthed, using the supplied cables and attachment

hardware, in all installations – as shown in Figure

2.14.

Note: Remove any paint on the pipe in the area of

the clamp to achieve a good electrical connection.

Calculated separation distance

Figure 2.12

Figure 2.13

Figure 2.14

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2.3.5 Transducer attachment (diagonal mode)

This mode of operation requires two transducer holders fitted on opposite sides of the pipe, as shown in Figure

2.15 – notice that the transducer holders are still fitted on a 45° axis with respect to the top of the pipe. When

used with type ‘A’ or ‘B’ transducers, the transducer holders used are identical to that shown above, and the

second transducer holder and fixings must be purchased as an option kit.

When installing the equipment to operate in the diagonal mode, the method of securing the transducers to the

transducer holders and connecting them to the UFC instrument is identical to that described above for the reflex

mode. The major difference is that you have to physically mark out the required position of the transducers on the

pipe in order to determine where to attach the transducer holders.

1. Obtain and note the required separation distance between the transducers using the ‘Quickstart’ menu, as

described in Paragraph 3.2.

2. Using whatever means available, mark a reference line around the circumference of the pipe approximately

where the upstream transducer is to be fitted – line ‘A’ in Figure 2.15.

3. On line ‘A’, mark a position (point ‘X’) on an axis of approximately 45° from the top of the pipe, then draw a

three foot line (‘B’) perpendicular to ‘A’ and parallel to the pipe axis.

4. On line A, mark a position (point ‘Y’) 180° opposite point ‘X’.

5. From point ‘Y’, draw a three foot long line (‘C’) perpendicular to ‘A’ and parallel to the pipe axis. This is shown

as a dashed line in Figure 2.15 as it is on the rear of the pipe.

6. Mark a position (point ‘Z’) on line ‘C’ which is equal to the transducer separation distance noted in step 1 from

point ‘Y’.

7. Position and attach the upstream transducer holder to the pipe such that line ‘B’ runs centrally along the

length of the transducer holder and point ‘X’ is within the transducer attachment part of the transducer holder.

8. Fit the upstream transducer (red cable) to the transducer holder as described in Paragraph 2.3.4 such that

the leading face of the transducer aligns with line ‘A’.

9. Position and attach the downstream transducer holder to the pipe such that line ‘C’ runs centrally along the

length of the transducer holder and point ‘Z’ is within the transducer attachment part of the holder.

10. Fit the downstream transducer (blue cable) to the transducer holder as described in Paragraph 2.3.4 such

that the leading face of the transducer aligns with point ‘Z’.

11. Connect the transducer cables to the UFC instrument.

Key Point: For installations on larger pipes (in the range 79 inches to 197 inches

O.D.) it is necessary to use the type 'D' transducer kit which contains the transducers

together with their particular mounting rails and fitting instructions. This will have

been supplied with the electronics assembly that is configured to work with these

larger pipes.

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Figure 2.15 Transducer mounting for diagonal mode of operation

45°

Upstream

HINT: An easy way to draw a perpendicular circumference around a large pipe is to wrap a length of material such

as chart paper around the pipe, aligning the edges of the paper precisely at the overlap. With the edge of the chart

paper being parallel, either edge describes a circumference around the pipe that is perpendicular to the pipe axis.

Mark the chart paper exactly where it overlaps. Then, after removing the paper from the pipe, fold the measured

length in half keeping the edges parallel. The fold line now marks a distance exactly half way around the pipe.

Put the paper back on the pipe and use the fold-line to mark the opposite side of the pipe.

Flow

Separation Distance

A

X

Y

C

B

Z

45°

Downstream

transducer

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