FCI ST100A Series, Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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ST100A Series Flow Meter INSTALLATION
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Flange Mount
The flange mount flow element is shown in
Figure 3 below. Attach the process mating flange with care. Correctly orient the flow element's
reference flat to ensure the instrument's calibrated accuracy.
● Verify the process media flow matches the flow direction arrow on the flow element.
● Apply appropriate gasket and or sealant to flange mount as required.
● Mate flow element flange to process flange keeping flat oriented properly.
● Secure flanges with appropriate mounting hardware.
Figure 3 – Example Flange Mount Installation
C00991-2-1
REMOTE ENCLOSURE
EXPLOSION PROOF
AGENCY APPROVED
FLANGE,
SIZE AND RATING
CUSTOMER SPECIFIED
FLAT TO SHOW
FLOW ORIENTATION
NPT Pipe Thread Mount
The pipe thread configuration is shown in
Figure 4 below. Apply sealant compatible with the process media to male threads. Carefully insert into
process mounting coupling. Tighten the flow element until snug and continue until flat and flow direction arrow are aligned with process flow.
Figure 4 – Example NPT Pipe Thread Mount Installation
PIPE
PIPE
C00992-2-1
1" or 1¼" NPT
FLAT TO SHOW
FLOW ORIENTATION
0.50"
[12.6 mm]