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916-062 B

July 2021

Model C-RL

Ultrasonic Flow Transducer

Instruction Manual

Summary of Contents for C-RL

Page 1: ...panametrics com Flow 916 062 B July 2021 Model C RL Ultrasonic Flow Transducer Instruction Manual...

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Page 3: ...s one or more registered trademarks of Baker Hughes Company and its subsidiaries in one or more countries All third party product and company names are trademarks of their respective holders Flow Mode...

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Page 5: ...ed carefully WARNING This symbol indicates a risk of potential serious personal injury unless these instructions are followed carefully WARNING It is the responsibility of the user to make sure all lo...

Page 6: ...pment WEEE take back initiative directive 2012 19 EU The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production It may contain hazardous substances that...

Page 7: ...stalling the C RL Transducers 3 4 1 Choosing an Installation Location 5 4 2 Obtaining the Transducer Spacing 6 4 3 Installing the V Series Clamping Fixtures and Transducers 6 4 4 What s Next 21 4 5 In...

Page 8: ...Contents vi Model C RL Installation Guide...

Page 9: ...s details on the following topics Transducer construction Dampening material Installation Maintenance Specifications 2 Transducer Construction A transducer assembly includes a 316 stainless steel hous...

Page 10: ...th jacket with DMP 3 pre applied to the inside and is also used for applications over 150oF 65oC The PDJ is available for pipes 4 6 8 10 and 12 100 150 200 250 and 300 mm in diameter At a minimum you...

Page 11: ...fixture V8 clamping fixture V12 clamping fixture PI clamping fixture Figure 2 below and Figure 3 on page 4 show the V1 V4 V8 V12 and PI fixture assemblies Each type of transducer and fixture requires...

Page 12: ...4 Model C RL Installation Guide Figure 3 The V1 V4 V8 and PI Mounting Fixtures V8 Fixture V4 Fixture PI Fixture V1 Fixture...

Page 13: ...Note To guarantee the specified accuracy of the flowmeter there is no substitute for a straight length of pipe and a fully developed flow profile However if a straight length of pipe is not available...

Page 14: ...ducers Refer to the following section to properly prepare for installation 4 3 1 Tools and Equipment Needed Installing the fixture and transducers requires various tools You will also need additional...

Page 15: ...d on the fixture set one of the mounting blocks at least 1 in 2 5 cm from the edge of the fixture To move the block loosen the set screw slide the block to the desired location and tighten the set scr...

Page 16: ...by the flowmeter 0 5 in 12 5 mm c Second mounting block final location 1 in 0 5 in 1 5 in 2 5 cm 1 25 cm 3 75 cm The overall spacing between blocks should be either left edge to left edge or right ed...

Page 17: ...2 Disassemble the fixture by removing the four nuts from the threaded rods and pulling apart the two halves of the fixture Note Make note of the assembled fixture to make sure you reassemble it the s...

Page 18: ...nstall the four nuts onto the threaded rods with the convex side of the nut facing the fixture Hand tighten each nut evenly as shown below Do not use a cross tightening pattern Top View Mating Half To...

Page 19: ...Model C RL Installation Guide 11 Nuts 2 places Nuts 2 places Top View Side View 1 2 3 4 Tightening Pattern of Bolts Tighten equally first Tighten equally second...

Page 20: ...een the marks Remove any loose paint or rust with sandpaper or emery cloth Make sure to preserve the original curvature of the pipe If the finish is mirror smooth use the file to roughen the surface T...

Page 21: ...thickness should not vary by more than 5 among the six spots If you encounter more than a 5 variation among the six spots move to another section of the pipe Verify that the wall thickness at both tra...

Page 22: ...pipe peeling the paper backing off as you go Place the material between the marks that represent the inside edge of the fixture as shown below Use the entire length supplied wrapping the material over...

Page 23: ...dampening material for additional dampening Unroll the second strip of dampening material and cut the strip into two pieces each 4 5 in 11 cm wide 10 Wrap each of these strips around the pipe on the o...

Page 24: ...xture to a thickness of about 0 25 in 6 mm 4 Reinstall the fixture around but not on the DMP 3 material making sure the fixture is reassembled properly to ensure the correct transducer spacing see Ste...

Page 25: ...el C RL Installation Guide 17 5 Using a putty knife or other suitable tool remove the DMP 3 material from the transducer locations 6 To mount the transducers refer to Mounting the Transducers on page...

Page 26: ...ning material dries out over several hours after installation its effectiveness increases 4 Install the transducer mounting fixture over the jacket see Step 3 in Installing the Fixture on page 9 Adjus...

Page 27: ...ation Guide 19 5 After the fixture has been mounted on the pipe tighten the four nuts with a 1 in box wrench DO NOT use a cross tightening pattern 6 To mount the transducers refer to Mounting the Tran...

Page 28: ...is installed 3 Apply a bead of couplant 0 25 in 6 mm wide along the entire length of each transducer face as shown below The purpose of the couplant is to prevent an air gap between the transducer an...

Page 29: ...oceed to step 10 on the next page 10 For permanent applications tighten the locking nuts with a wrench to maintain constant pressure and to prevent loosening of the transducers due to vibration and th...

Page 30: ...the following steps Preparing the pipe Surveying the pipe Applying the dampening material Installing the fixture Mounting the transducers Refer to the following section to properly prepare for instal...

Page 31: ...pe If the finish is mirror smooth use the file to roughen the surface 3 Using an emery cloth clean the cleared area Again take care to preserve the original curvature of the pipe 4 With an ultrasonic...

Page 32: ...wrap the layout tape around the entire pipe and line up the edges Use the entire tape for best results Using the tape as a template guide mark a line all the way around the circumference of the pipe...

Page 33: ...mferential line from the zero point Take the 180 point measurement from both over the top of the pipe and under the bottom of the pipe on a horizontal pipe to ensure accuracy of the installation Mark...

Page 34: ...hat type of dampening material you are using For PDJ proceed to Applying the Pipe Dampening Jacket PDJ on page 27 For DMP 1 and DMP 3 proceed to Installing the First Transducer Mounting Block on page...

Page 35: ...he clamping screws evenly in sequence see the figure below taking care not to twist or warp the PDJ During tightening some fluid and dampening material will drip from the bottom of the jacket Note As...

Page 36: ...hat it lines up with the circumferential line and is centered over the origin line see the figure below 3 Carefully wrap the chain or strap around the pipe taking care not to twist it Then hook the ch...

Page 37: ...lock in place Hand tighten the bolt just enough to hold the block in place Do not overtighten the block or the holder will be forced away from the pipe surface 7 Adjust the mounting block so the indic...

Page 38: ...er Spacing on page 6 on the origin line To do this measure from the zero point on the origin line and mark the transducer spacing point with a crosshair 2 Using the layout tape make a second circumfer...

Page 39: ...If you do not the transducer spacing will be incorrect 4 Carefully wrap the chain or strap around the pipe taking care not to twist it Then hook the chain into the J hook If you are using a strap inse...

Page 40: ...e dummy block into the mounting block so the front edge of the dummy block lines up with the circumferential line as shown below Spacing right edge to right edge Top View Origin Line Transducer Spacin...

Page 41: ...e pipe surface 8 Adjust the mounting block so the indicator line on the dummy transducer block lines up with the origin line on the pipe Also make sure the front edge of the mounting block is still li...

Page 42: ...34 Model C RL Installation Guide 9 Remove the dummy transducer block from the mounting block Origin Line Indicator Line...

Page 43: ...is installed 3 Apply a bead of couplant 0 25 in 6 mm wide along the entire length of each transducer face as shown below The purpose of the couplant is to prevent an air gap between the transducer an...

Page 44: ...ts 8 Turn the pressure bolts 1 4 turn and wait one minute again Do not overtighten the pressure bolts or the mounting fixture will be forced away from the pipe surface 9 Repeat step 8 a second time an...

Page 45: ...f the pipe is completely dry 4 Wrap the strip of dampening material around the pipe in the space between the transducers peeling the backing paper off as you proceed 5 Lay the second strip of dampenin...

Page 46: ...38 Model C RL Installation Guide 7 Proceed to What s Next on page 39 Pressure Bolt Dummy Block Origin Line Circumferential Line...

Page 47: ...of the following Refer to the installation section of your flowmeter Startup Guide to make the transducer electrical connections The cables shall be secured at the junction boxes to prevent twisting a...

Page 48: ...d remove the transducer If necessary loosen the locking nut with a wrench Refer to the appropriate section of this manual to insert a new transducers No cleaning required Couplant Verify every 6 month...

Page 49: ...mm 3 4 to 2 20 to 50 mm Clamping Fixture CFG V4 CFG V8 CFG V12 CFG V1 CFG V4 CFG V4 CFG V8 CFG V12 CFG V1 Operating Frequency 500 kHz 1 0 MHz 500 kHz 1 0 MHz Electrical Rating 200 V peak to peak 5 mA...

Page 50: ...z 200 kHz Electrical Rating 200 V peak to peak 5 mA Ambient Temperature Range North America 20 to 75 C 4 to 167 F Europe 40 to 75 C 40 to 167 F Process Temperature Range North American European safe a...

Page 51: ...ar purpose and warranties arising from course of dealing or usage or trade Return Policy If a Panametrics instrument malfunctions within the warranty period the following procedure must be completed 1...

Page 52: ...Chapter 2 Model C RL Installation Guide...

Page 53: ...ctice and site requirements for hazardous area apparatus and in accordance with the instructions contained in the manual The installation shall comply with IEC EN 60079 14 To avoid an ignition hazard...

Page 54: ...rom explosive atmospheres Council Directive 1999 92 EC The installer is required to be familiar with this document or the National transposing legislation C Rx Transducer Assembly Details The manufact...

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Page 56: ...uct and company names are trademarks of their respective holders 916 062 B Customer Support Centers U S A The Boston Center 1100 Technology Park Drive Billerica MA 01821 U S A Tel 800 833 9438 toll fr...

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