Summary of Contents for Siemens SITRANS F M MAG 3100
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Electromagnetic flowmeters SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions • 06/2010 SITRANS F SITRANS F...
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Introduction Safety notes Description SITRANS F Installing/Mounting Electromagnetic Flowmeters SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Connecting Service and maintenance Operating Instructions Troubleshooting/FAQs Technical data Appendix Electromagnetic flow sensor designed for use with transmitter types SITRANS F M MAG 5000 / 6000 and...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
It is the responsibility of the customer that the instructions and directions provided in the manual are read, understood and followed by the relevant personnel before installing the device. Items supplied SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Calibration report SITRANS F literature CD Quick Start guide Inspection 1.
MAG 3100 part of SITRANS F M MAG 6000 I Ex d Operating Instructions MAG 3100 part of SITRANS F M MAG 6000 19" & Safety Barrier Operating Instructions MAG 3100 Instructions MAG 3100 with PTFE and PFA liners Instructions SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
Product information on the Internet The Operating Instructions are available on the CD-ROM shipped with the device, and on the Internet on the Siemens homepage, where further information on the range of SITRANS F flowmeters may also be found: Product information on the internet (http://www.siemens.com/flow)
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Introduction 1.3 Further Information SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
Material compatibility Siemens Flow Instruments can provide assistance with the selection of wetted sensor parts. However, the full responsibility for the selection rests with the customer and Siemens Flow Instruments can take no responsibility for any failure due to material incompatibility.
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Compliance with PED directive "Pressure Equipment Directive" (PED) is mandatory for all pressure equipment sold within the EU and EFTA. Siemens Flow Instruments products complies to PED as stated in the following table. Table 2- 1 MAG 3100 PED Compliance...
● II 2 GD Ex e ia IIC T3-T6 (MAG 3100 Ex remote mounted) ● II 2 (1) (2) GD Ex de [ia] ia [ib] IIC T3-T6 (MAG 3100 Ex compact mounted with MAG 6000 I Ex de) SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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With intrinsically safe circuits, use only certified meters appropriate for the transmitter. If a non-conforming supply unit is used, the "fail-safe" type of protection will no longer be effective and the approval certification will be invalid. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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● Electrical connections are in accordance with EN60079-14 (Installing Electrical Systems in Explosion Hazardous Areas). ● Appropriate cable connectors are used for the output circuits: – Intrinsically safe: blue – Non-intrinsically safe: black SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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"Flameproof enclosure" type of protection Only open devices with type of protection "Flameproof enclosure" in hazardous areas when the power to the device is turned off, otherwise there is a risk of explosion. WARNING SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
Ex "d" and "nA", permanent cables must be laid. Certificates Certificates are posted on the Internet and on the documentation CD-ROM shipped with the device. See also Certificates (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/certificates) SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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Safety notes 2.3 Certificates SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
The SITRANS F USM II range of add on modules, presently including HART, Foundation Fieldbus. MODBUS RTU RS 485, PROFIBUS PA / DP and Devicenet, are all applicable with the SITRANS F M MAG 6000 transmitter. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
Design SITRANS F M MAG 3100 is available in a wide range of sizes (DN 15 to DN 2000 (½" to 78")) and pressure ratings (PN 6 to PN 100 / ANSI Class 150 / 300, AS 2129 / AS 4087. On request up to 690 bar (10 000 psi)) The fully welded construction provides a ruggedness that suits the toughest applications and environments.
Furthermore, the "fingerprint" used in connection with the Siemens Flow Instruments Verificator is stored during the sensor calibration. USM II "Plug & Play" add-on communication modules USM II - the Universal Signal Module with "Plug &...
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Description 3.3 Theory of operation SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
● Provide adequate protection to minimise any risk of contact with hot surfaces. WARNING Prevent personal injuries by assuring that operation below pressure guards cannot take place, if working with vacuum or fluids boiling readily. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
– Installation at the highest point in the pipe system – Installation in vertical pipes with free outlet – Wrong installation at high point Figure 4-2 Correct installation at low point before outlet SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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It is also important to centre the flowmeter in relation to pipe flanges and gaskets. Installation in large pipes The flowmeter can be installed between two reducers (e.g. DIN 28545). At 8° the following pressure drop curves apply. The curves are applicable to water. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
2.9 mbar. For installation conditions for transmitters, see respective transmitter operating instructions. Orienting the sensor The sensor operates in all orientations, but Siemens has the following recommendations: ● Vertical installation with an upwards flow Figure 4-3...
For applications with empty pipe detection, the sensor can be tilted 45°, as shown above. Removing the liner protectors CAUTION Sensors with PTFE or PFA liners only! The following information in only relevant for sensor types with PTFE or PFA liners! SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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● Remove the blanks immediately before mounting the sensor Figure 4-6 Removing wooden blanks Sensors with PFA liner At delivery the sensor is mounted with blanks to protect the liner during transportation and storage. Figure 4-7 Sensor with blanks SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
● Install the sensor in rigid pipelines in order to support the weight of the meter. ● Center the connecting pipelines axially in order to avoid turbulent flow profiles. ● Use proper gaskets according to liner type Figure 4-9 Correct installation with gaskets SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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Installing/Mounting 4.5 Mounting Vibrations Avoid strong vibrations. Figure 4-10 Avoid vibrations CAUTION In applications with strong vibrations, Siemens recommend remote mounting of the transmitter! Mounting Fasten screws according to the torques values below Figure 4-11 Mounting NOTICE Torque values are calculated on the basis of use of gaskets.
Potential equalization To obtain optimum results from the measuring system, the sensor must have the same electrical potential as the liquid being measured. This is achieved by means of built-in grounding electrodes. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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If the above is not acceptable, remote mounted sensors can alternatively be connected as follows: Connect coil current cable shield at sensor end via a 1.5 µF condensator Make sure that electrode cable shield is not connected at both ends SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
By unidirectional flow the earthing flange must be mounted on the inlet side. ● Connect the earthing flanges to the sensor with the enclosed earthing straps. Earthing strap connection on flat earthing Earthing strap connection on type E earthing rings rings SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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In special cases the earthing flanges can work as inlet protection. CAUTION High temperature sensors High temperature sensors are delivered with two factory mounted earthing flanges. No further action need to be taken for potential equalisation. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
A switch or circuit breaker (max. 15 A) must be installed in close proximity to the equipment and within easy reach of the operator. It must be marked as the disconnecting device for the equipment. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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● Only use cables with at least the same degree of protection as the sensor to install the sensor. ● The line length from the cable gland to the terminals must be kept as short as possible. Line loops in the terminal box must be avoided. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
Cable data (Page 53) Remote installation NOTICE Remote installation only The following applies to remote installation of MAG 5000 / 6000 or MAG 6000 I. 1. Unscrew and remove terminal box lid. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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Separate electrode and coil cables to prevent interference. WARNING Use in hazardous area Connect mains protective earth to the PE terminal in accordance with the above diagram in order to obtain potential equalization. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
● Mix the two components of the potting kit well and pour into terminal box. ● Let cure for approximately 24 hours at approximately 25°C (77°F). Curing time increases by 100% per -10°C (-18°F). SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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Connecting 5.4 Potting Horizontal orientation Vertical orientation NOTICE Gel can be penetrated with test instruments or be removed in case of cable replacement. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
● Seal integrity of the process connections, cable entries, and cover screws ● Reliability of power supply, lightning protection, and grounds Recalibration Siemens Flow Instruments offers to recalibrate the sensor. The following calibrations are offered as standard: ● Standard matched pair calibration ●...
Figure 6-1 Handling of sensor Unit repair CAUTION Repair and service must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only. Note Siemens Flow Instruments defines sensors as non-repairable products. Technical support If you have any technical questions about the device described in these Operating Instructions and do not find the right answers, you can contact Technical Support: ●...
● Information about field service, repairs, spare parts and lots more under "Services." Additional Support Please contact your local Siemens representative and offices if you have additional questions about the device Find your contact partner at: Local contact person (http://www.automation.siemens.com/partner)
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Shipments without a declaration of decontamination shall be cleaned professionally at your expense before further proceeding. You can find the forms on the Internet and on the CD delivered with the device. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
● Megger between connection number 85 and the sensor body. The resistance should be above 20 Megohms. A low megger reading would indicate the coil insulation is braking down. This is normally due to fluid ingress into the coil housing. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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For sensors removed from line with dry bore, use megger between terminal 82 and compression plate, and 83 and compression plate to show any water ingress behind electrodes or within enclosure. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
– Connect the electrode cable (82, 83, 0 and shield) according to the instructions in chapter Connecting (Page 33) NOTICE Vibrating environments It is recommended to use special low noise cables for sensor sizes DN 2 and 3 installed in vibrating environments. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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Troubleshooting/FAQs 7.2 Fluctuating process values SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
1.5 x PN (where applicable) 1.5 x PN (where applicable) 1.5 x PN (where applicable) Pressure drop at 3 m/s As straigth pipe 1.5 x PN (where applicable) According to 2004/108/EC SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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-20 … +60 ºC (-4 … +140 °F) For 150 ... 180 °C (302 ... 356 °F) temperature of medium: -20 … +50 ºC (-4 … +122 °F) SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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18 ... 1000 Hz random in x, y, z, directions for 2 hours according to EN 60068-2-36 Sensor 3.17 grms Sensor with compact MAG 3.17 grms 5000/6000 mounted transmitter MAG 6000 I/6000 I Ex 1.14 grms mounted transmitter: SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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PED) – 97/23 conforms to PED) – 97/23 conforms to PED) – 97/23 EC1) CRN EC1) CRN EC1) CRN Material certificate EN On request On request On request 10204 3.1 SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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1) For sizes larger than 600 mm (24") in PN 16 PED conformity is available as a cost-added option. The basic unit will carry the LVD (Low Voltage Directive) and EMC approval. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
1.5 mm 0.25 mm Shield Double Color code Brown, blue, black Brown, blue, black Outside color Grey Grey Ext. diameter 7.8 mm 8.1 mm Conductor Flexible CU Flexible CU Isolation material SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
150 lb AWWA C-207 Class D 150l Process fluid conductivity Compact installation Liquids with an electrical conductivity ≥ 5 μS/cm. Remote installation Standard cable [µS/cm] Conductivity of medium [ft] Cabel length SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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6) PN 35 DN 500 = 680 mm 7) PN 35 DN 600 = 750 mm 9) Not AS 4087 PN 21 or PN 35 Nominal size Wgt. inch inch inch inch 1½ 2½ SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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7967.2 318689.6 US GPM 1000 US G US MG 1800 176115 10083.5 403341.5 US GPM 1000 US G US MG 2000 198129 12448.8 497952.5 US GPM 1000 US G US MG SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
+/− 6 1100 1200 +/− 4 +/− 6 1400 1500 1600 1800 2000 On MAG 1100 DN 15 produced as from May 1999 the coil resistance must be 86 ohm, +8/−4 ohm. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
The resistance changes proportionally 0.4% / °C Ordering In order to ensure that the ordering data you are using is not outdated, the latest ordering data is always available on the Internet: Catalog process instrumentation (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/catalogs) SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
Normenarbeitsgemeinschaft für Meß- und Regeltechnik in der Chemischen Industrie (NAMUR). NAMUR is a group representing the interests of the chemical industry which create standards for instrumentation and electrical devices used in industrial plants. SITRANS F M MAG 3100 Operating Instructions, 06/2010, A5E03005599-01...
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10:1. Therefore the meter requires a turndown ratio of at least 10:1. USM II is a Communication Platform. The Siemens USM II concept enables fitting of add-on bus modules without loss of functionality: 1.
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For more information www.siemens.com/flow Siemens Flow Instruments A/S Siemens A/S Subject to change without prior notice *A5E03005599* Nordborgvej 81 Flow Instruments Order No.: A5E03005599 DK-6430 Nordborg DK-6430 Nordborg Literature No.: A5E03005599-01 Denmark Copyright Siemens AG 06.2010 All rights reserved www.siemens.com/processautomation...