515 Series
The 515 SC06 application measures the volume, mass and energy content of steam


515 – SC06

Overview

The 515 SC06 application measures the volume, mass and energy content of steam by using single or stacked differential pressure volumetric flow inputs in conjunction with a temperature and/or pressure input.

A selection of various modes makes it suitable for many steam applications. The instrument calculates the flow according to generic differential pressure equations and incorporates the conditions at which the flowmeter was calibrated.

The instrument calculates the mass flow and energy according to the IAPWS Industrial Formulation (1997) for the thermodynamic properties of steam. The equations use pressure and temperature values to determine the specific volume and the specific enthalpy.

 

Calculations

The steam energy calculations are based on the IAPWS Industrial Formulation (1997).

Superheated steam regions are:

0°C < t < 800°C              P < 100MPa
32°F < t < 1472°F           P < 14500psia

800°C < t < 2000°C       P < 10MPa
1472°F < t < 3632°F       P < 1450psia

Saturated steam regions are:

0°C < t < 374°C (critical temperature)
32°F < t < 705°F

P < 22MPa (critical pressure)
P < 3190psia

Water region is:

0°C < t < t saturation at system pressure
32°C < t < t saturation at system pressure

Formulas

Mass flow = Volume flow/Specific volume

Energy flow = Mass flow x Specific enthalpy

 

Features at a glance

  • Tailored for differential pressure volumetric meters with single or stacked transmitters
  • Generic differential pressure flow calculations
  • Uses IAPWS-IF97 steam calculation
  • Suitable for Water, Saturated and Superheated steam applications
  • Allows for square law and non-linear correction
  • Selection of second language and user tags
  • RTC logging with over 1000 entries
  • Infra-red communications port on front panel
  • Pulse width and scaling of pulse output
  • 4-20mA retransmission
  • Selectable protocols on serial ports including Modbus RTU and printer output
  • Front panel adjustment of 8-24V DC output voltage
  • Backlit Display
  • LCD Backup

Contrec 515 SC03040506-diagram

Displayed Information

The front panel display shows the current values of the input variables and the results of the calculations. A list of the variables for this application and their type (total or rate) is shown at the end of this document.

The instrument can be supplied with a real-time clock for storage of up to 100 transactions with time and date stamps.

Communications

There are three communication ports available as follows:

  • RS-232 port (standard)
  • RS-485 port (advanced option)
  • Infra-red port (on front panel)

The ports are available for remote data reading, printouts and for initial application loading of the instrument.

Isolated Outputs

The opto-isolated outputs can retransmit any main menu variable. The type of output is determined by the nature of the assigned variable. Totals are output as pulses and rates are output as 4-20 mA signals. One output is standard, a second output is available as an option.

Relay Outputs

The relay alarms can be assigned to any of the main menu variables of a rate type. The alarms can be fully configured including hysteresis. Two relays are standard with an additional two available in the advanced option.

Software Configuration

The instrument can be further tailored to suit specific application needs including units of measurement, custom tags, second language or access levels. A distributor can configure these requirements before delivery.

Instrument parameters including units of measurement can be programmed in the field, according to the user access levels assigned to parameters by the distributor.

All set-up parameters, totals and logged data are stored in non-volatile memory with at least 30 years retention.

Temperature and Pressure Input Types

Temperature sensor inputs can be either PT100, PT500, 4-20mA, 0-5V or 1.5V signals. Pressure sensor input can be either 4-20mA, o-5V or 1-5V signals.

 

500 series flow computer

Terminal Designations

Terminal LabelDesignationComment
3SG-Signal Ground
5EXC V2+Excitation Term 2+For AINP1 RTD Input
7AINP1+Analog Input ch 1 (+)Temperature Input
8AINP1-Analog Input ch 1 (-)Temperature Input
9AINP2+Analog Input ch 2 (+)Pressure Input
10AINP2-Analog Input ch (-)Pressure Input
11AINP3+Analog input 3 (+)Main or low flow input
12AINP3-Analog input 3 (-)Main or low flow input
13AINP4+Analog input 4 (+)High flow stacked input
14AINP4-Analog input 4 (-)High flow stacked input
15Vo+8-24 volts DC outputOverload protected
16G-DC Ground
17Vi+DC power inputDC power in 12-28V
18SHEShield terminal
19RS485+RS485 (+)Advanced option
20RS485-RS485 (-)Advanced option
21RS485GRS485 GroundAdvanced option
22LOGIC INPUTS1+Switch 1
23LOGIC INPUTS2+Switch 2
24LOGIC INPUTS3+Switch 3
25LOGIC INPUTS4+Switch 4
26LOGIC INPUTSC-Signal ground
27OUT 1+Output ch 1 (+)
28OUT 1-Output ch 1 (-)
29OUT 2+Output ch 2 (+)Advanced option
30OUT 2-Output ch 2 (-)Advanced option
31RELAYSRCRelay common
32RELAYSR1Relay 1
33RELAYSR2Relay 2
34RELAYSR3Relay 3Advanced option
35RELAYSR4Relay 4Advanced option
EAC MAINSEMains groundAC power in 95-135V or 190-260V
NAC MAINSNMains neutralAC power in 95-135V or 190-260V
AAC MAINSAMains activeAC power in 95-135V or 190-260V
RS232 port9-pin serial port

515 SC06 Dimension Drawings

Part Number

515.XXXXXX-SC06

See product codes to select required features

Default application software:

515-SC06-000000

515 batch/flow computer dimensional drawings

515  Specifications

Operating Environment

Temperature

-20 °C to +60 °C (conformal coating)
+5 °C to +40 °C (no coating)

Humidity

0 to 95% non condensing (conformal coating)
5% to 85% non condensing (no coating)

Power Supply

95…135 V AC or 190…260 V AC or
12…28 V DC

Consumption

6W (typical)

Protection

Sealed to IP65 (Nema 4X) when panel mounted

Dimensions

147 mm (5.8″) width
74 mm (2.9″) height
167 mm (6.6″) depth

Display

Type

Backlit LCD with 7-digit numeric display and 11-character alphanumeric display

Digits

15.5 mm (0.6″) high

Characters

6 mm (0.24″) high

LCD Backup

Last data visible for 15 min after power down

Update Rate

0.3 second

Non-volatile Memory

Retention

> 30 years

Data Stored

Setup, Totals and Logs

Approvals

Interference

CE compliance

Enclosure

ATEX, FM, CSA and SAA approved enclosures available for hazardous areas

Real Time Clock (Optional)

Battery Type

3 volts Lithium button cell (CR2032)

Battery Life

5 years (typical)

Analogue Input (General)

Overcurrent

100 mA absolute maximum rating

Update Time

1.0 sec

Configuration

4-20mA, 0.5V and 1-5V input

Non-linearity

Up to 20 correction points (flow inputs)

RTD Input

Sensor Type

PT100 & PT500 to IEC 751

Connection

Four Wire

Range

-100°C to 300°C

Accuracy

0.1°C typical

4-20mA Input

Impedance

100 ohms (to common signal ground)

Accuracy

0.05% full scale (20°C)

0.1% (full temperature range, typical)

0-5 or 1-5 Volts

Impedance

10 Mohms (to common signal ground)

Accuracy

0.05% full scale (20°C)

0.1% (full temperature range, typical)

Logic Inputs

Signal Type

CMOS, TTL, open collector, reed switch

Overvoltage

30V maximum

Relay Output

No. of Outputs

2 relays plus 2 optional relays

Voltage

250 volts AC, 30 volts DC maximum (solid state relays use AC only)

Current

3 A maximum

Communication Ports

Ports

RS-232 port
RS-485 port (optional)
Infra-red port

Baud Rate

2400 to 19200 baud

Parity

Odd, even or none

Stop Bits

1 or 2

Protocols

ASCII, Modbus RTU, Printer

Transducer Supply

Voltage

8 to 24 volts DC, programmable

Current

70 mA @ 24 V, 120 mA @ 12 V maximum

Protection

Power limited output

Isolated Output

No. of Outputs

1 configurable output (plus 1 optional)

Configuration

Pulse/Digital or 4-20 mA output

Pulse/Digital Output

Signal Type

Open collector

Switching

200 mA, 30 volts DC maximum

Saturation

0.8 volts maximum

Pulse Width

Programmable: 10 , 20, 50, 100, 200 or 500ms

4-20mA Output (Optional)

Supply

9 to 30 volts DC external

Resolution

0.05% full scale

Accuracy

0.05% full scale (20°C)
0.1% (full temperature range, typical)

Important: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Ordering Information

Product Codes

ModelSupplementary CodeDescription
515-SC06
Enclosure1Panel mount enclosure
Enclosure2Field mount enclosure (not yet available)
Enclosure3/5Explosion proof Ex410 with metric glands (5 specifies heater version)
Enclosure4/6Explosion proof Ex410 with NPT glands (6 specifies heater version)
Output Options04 logic inputs, 1 isolated output, 2 relays (only relay type 1 is available), RS232 (DB9) communication port
Output Options14 logic inputs, 2 isolated outputs, 4 relays, real-time clock data logging, RS232 (DB9) and RS485 communication ports
Output Options2/34 logic inputs, 2 isolated outputs, 4 relays, real-time clock data logging, RS232 (DB9) and Ethernet/RF communication ports (not yet available)
Relay Type1Electromechanical relays only
Relay Type22 electromechanical and 2 solid state relays
Relay Type3Solid state relays only (not yet available)
Power SupplyEFor 220/240 VAC
Power SupplyAFor 110/120 VAC
Power SupplyDFor DC power only 12-28 VDC
Display Panel OptionsFFully optioned (with backlight, LCD backup and Infra-Red comms port)
PCB ProtectionCConformal coating - required for maximum environmental operating range. Recommended to avoid damage from moisture and corrosion.
PCB ProtectionNNone - suitable for IEC standard 654-1 Climatic Conditions up to Class B2 (Heated and/or cooled enclosed locations)
Application Pack NumberSC06Defines the application software to be loaded into the instrument

Main Menu Variables

Main Menu VariablesDefault UnitsPreferred UnitsVariable Type
EnergyMWhTotal
PowerMWRate
Volumem3Total
Volume Flow Ratem3/minRate
MasskgTotal
Mass Flow Ratekg/minRate
TemperatureDeg CRate
PressureMPaRate
Specific Volumem3/kgRate
Specific EnthalpykJ/kgRate

Please specify the preferred units of measurement.

500 Series in Ex410 Enclosure

500 Series in Ex410 Enclosure

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