SITRANS FS230
Process Instrumentation
Clamp-on Ultrasonic Flow System
SITRANS FS230 digital clamp-on ultrasonic flow system includes the SITRANS FST030 transmitter and proven-in-use FSS200 sensors. These sensors are ideal for typical applications or for challenging hazardous areas the external electronics module SITRANS FS DSL may be used. The FS230 provides rugged and industry-leading performance with cost savings in both purchasing and operation. It works as a non-intrusive interface detector and is capable of measuring flow in petrochemical applications requiring differentiation between changing liquids in a pipeline as well as determination of liquid quality. The FS230 clamp-on flow meter is ideal for industries requiring high-quality liquid flow measurement, such as hydrocarbon, chemical, water and wastewater, HVAC, power, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, mining, and pulp and paper.
SITRANS FS230 Catalog
specifications
For more than 40 years, Siemens has set new standards in clamp-on flow measurement. They key to optimal signal transmission is a harmonious interplay of the ultrasonic sensors and the pipe wall. Lambwave sensors transmit the signal waves in the resonance range of the pipe, our Wide Beam technology achieves an even more accurate adjustment to the application and pipe characteristics. Especially in difficult conditions, such an exact adjustment to flow characteristics is the key to highly precise measurements.
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SITRANS FS230 with Ex Approval
Build to Meet the toughest demands of the hydrocarbon industry
Benefits
One of the world’s first digital ultrasonic flow systems, the FS230 features among others:
- Market-leading accuracy and repeatability – Accuracy of 0.5 to 1.0% of flow rate for all liquids/pipe sizes and repeatability of 0.25% according to ISO 11631
- Available internal AGA 9 gas tables - Simplifying correction for temperature and pressure variations in gas flow
- Industry-leading 100 Hz data update rate – Detects even the smallest variations in flow 100 times a second
- Three resettable totalizers - Allowing simultaneous totalizing for daily, monthly and annual lease production
- Easy to read and use graphic Human Machine Interface (HMI) – Offers intuitive menu-driven navigation as well as step-by-step setup and troubleshooting wizards, with up to 6 user-configurable views on display at a time
- SensorFlash® internal, non-volatile data storage – Stores settings, calibration/ datalogger information and certificates for easy servicing and increased uptime
- Versatile sensors – Requires little to no maintenance and can be installed on pipes as small as 0.5 inches and as large as 394 inches (33ft) without issue
Technical specifications
The SITRANS FS230 flow system consists of a SITRANS FST030 transmitter paired with SITRANS FSS200 clamp-on ultrasonic sensors, which are available in three different models: WideBeam® (High-Precision), Universal and High-Temperature.
| Enclosure | Wallmount enclosure: die-cast aluminium, painted, wall or standpipe mounting options, IP65/NEMA 4X Optional external DSL: die-cast aluminium, painted, IP68, for use in zone 0/1 |
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| Sensors | Internal DSL for 1-2-path variant; external SITRANS FS DSL for up to 4 path use; combinable with all FSS200 clamp-on sensor types |
| Process values | Volume flow Mass flow Standard volume flow Flow velocity Speed of sound Liquident detection Totalizer 1, 2 and 3 |
| Communication | HART or Modbus RTU; compatible with SIMATIC PDM; USB service port |
| Data Logger | 4GB SD card, expandable to 32 GB Data logging in table format (.csv) for: measurement data, alarms, incidents, firmware updates Logging interval programmable from 1s – 24 hours |
| I/O options | 3 in/outputs: channel 2, 3 and 4: 4-20 mA active/passive, status output, relay Inputs channel 5 and 6 on external SITRANS FS DSL: 2 x temperature PT100/500/1000 or 2 x analogue (temperature and pressure) |
| Display | Full-graphic display, 240 x 160 pixel, backlit |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC / 90 – 240 VAC |
| Approvals | UL, cUL, CE, ATEX, FM, and more |
| Measuring Accuracy | ≥ 0,3% |
| Flow range | Liquids ±12 m/s (±40 ft/s), gas, ±40 m/s and more; bidirectional |
| Pipe diameter | 12,7 mm to 10 m (0.5" to 394") |
Typical applications: drinking water supply, water networks, cooling water in power plants, chemical liquids (Ex areas possible), crude oil providers and pipeline operators (product and margin detection, leakage detection, pig runs), gas transport and gas providers in high pressure grids.