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Application Driven Designs For Tank Temperature Measurement
Application Driven Designs For Tank Temperature Measurement
Contents
Thermowells - Type W2
Single Point RTD - Type G.4
Transmitter, Microprocessor-based, 4 to 20 mA or HART.5
Single Point RTD - Type R.6
Averaging Temperature and Multiple Spot RTD - Type MA and MS....8
Water Interface Sensor with Averaging or Multiple Spot RTD....12
Water Interface Sensor without Temperature Sensing Elements..15
Typical Installations..16
Tank Entry Hardware18
Anchor Weights.19
Technical Specifications:
3-wire Schematic...4,6
Averaging Element Schematic & Normal Lengths of Typical Variable Length RTD..9
Multiple-spot Element Schematic.10
Temperature/Resistance Relationships.20
General Specifications, all RTD's...21
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Thermowell - Type W
Thermowell - Type W
Type W thermowells offer an economical alternative
to more costly single piece bar stock wells. These
thermowells are of the built-up, three-piece
construction type, and are available with tip, shank
and hex fitting made of 316SS, and if required,
304SS flanges. The thermowells are manufactured
to meet the high quality and long life required by the
1/2" NPT
(12.7mm)
HEX FITTING
3.4" (86.4mm)
1/2" NPT
(12.7mm)
INSERTION LENGTH
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Thermowell - Type W
Ordering Information
1. Model
W Type W Thermowell
2. Material
1 316SS (Standard) (Tip, shank, and hex fitting)
2 Other (specify)
3. Connection
0 3/4" NPT (316 SS)
1 1" NPT (316 SS)
2 1 1/2" NPT (316 SS)
3 1 1/2" 150# Flange (304 SS)
4 1 1/2" 300# Flange (304 SS)
5 2" 150# Flange (304 SS)
6 2" 300# Flange (304 SS)
7 3" 150# Flange (304 SS)
8 3" 300# Flange (304 SS)
9 Other (specify)
4. Immersion Length - Inches/Tenths
xx Standard length 36" (Consult factory for other lengths)
W 1 0 - 36.0"
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RTD SHEATH
1/2" NPT
(12.7mm)
SHEATH LENGTH
Y
22 AWG, LEADWIRES WITH
SPADE LUGS & SHRINK TUBING
SHEATH LENGTH
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Ordering Information
1. Model
G Type G Single Point RTD
2. Stem Diameter
1 0.250" (6 mm nominal)
2 Other (specify)
3. Calibration
1 100 ohm Copper, Std. Range to 212F (100C)
2 100 ohm DIN Platinum, Std. Range to 212F (100C)
3 100 ohm Copper, High Temp to 392F (200C)
4 100 ohm DIN Platinum, High Temp to 392F (200C)
5 Other (specify)
4. Stem Configuration
0 Fixed
1 Spring Loaded
5. Leadwires
1 3 Wire
2 4 Wire
6. Connection Head
0 No Connection Head
1 Explosion-proof Connection Head
2 ATEX-approved Connection Head
7. Stem Length - Inches/Tenths
x.x Standard Length 36" (Consult Factory for other lengths)
Optional Output Transmitter: (100 ohm Platinum RTD or 100 ohm Copper)
1. Model
4500H Head Mount PC Programmable RTD Temperature Transmitter
2. Range Code
(x-xx F or C)
4500H (0-100F) ----------------Sample Model Number
Transmitter Dimensions
.197"(5mm)
6
5
3
-
.28"(7.1mm)
4
1.3"
(33mm)
1.74"
(44mm)
+
1
3
-
1. Model
7600H Head Mount HART RTD Temperature Transmitter
2. Range Code
(x-xx F or C)
7600H (0-100F) ----------------Sample Model Number
TERMINAL CONNECTIONS
3-wire
RTD
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4-wire
RTD
6
5
6
5
4
3
Type R RTD
LEADWIRES
TANK ENTRY
HARDWARE
Y
MATING
FLANGE
W
3/4" NPSM (19.1mm) or
1/2" BSPP (12.7mm)
10"
(254mm)
THREADED
CONNECTION
MAXIMUM
PRODUCT
HEIGHT
WELDED FITTING TO
FLEXIBLE HOSE
"H" DIM
TEMPERATURE
SENSING
ELEMENT
FITTING
WITH PLUG
"M" DIM
6"
(152.4mm)
TANK
FLOOR
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Ordering Information
1. Model
R Type R Single Point RTD
2. Flexible Hose Material
1 316 SS
2 Monel
3. Service
1 Standard, to 212F (100C) (PVC insulated lead wire)
2 High Temperature, to 392F (200C) (Teflon insulated lead wire)
4. Calibration
1 100 ohm Copper, Std. Range to 212F (100C)
2 100 ohm DIN Platinum, Std. Range to 212F (100C)
3 100 ohm Copper, High Temp to 392F (200C)
4 100 ohm DIN Platinum, High Temp to to 392F (200C)
5 Other (specify)
5. Tank Entry Hardware (refer to pages 18-19)
0 Type 0, Mating Flange, (specify flange size, material, & class)
1 Type 1, 3/4" NPS SS Hex Nuts & Washers
2 Type 2, 3/4" MSS 304 SS Flanges With Full Gaskets
3 Type 3, Bushing & Coupling, 304 SS (specify 1-1/2" or 2")
4 Type 4, Bushing, 304 SS (specify 1-1/2" or 2")
5 Type 5, Vapor Boot With Angle Mount (specify size of PVC wear bushings; ex. 2" NPT)
6 Type 6, Angle Mount With 3/4" NPS SS Hex Nuts & Washers
7 Type 7, Angle Mount With 3/4" MSS 304 SS Flanges and Gaskets
8 Type 8, Welded Flange (Specify flange size, material, class)
9 Other (specify)
6. Anchor Weight (refer to page 19)
0 No Anchor Weight
1 Standard Anchor Weight, CS (fits 3" flange and larger)
2 Reduced Size Anchor Weight, CS (fits 2" flange)
3 Standard Anchor Weight, 316 SS (fits 3" flange and larger)
4 Reduced Size Anchor Weight, 316 SS (fits 2" flange)
5 Other (specify)
7. Leadwire Length
1 5 ft. (1.5m)
2 15 ft. (4.5m)
3 Other (specify)
8. Connection Head
1 Explosion-proof head with terminal block
2 ATEX-approved head
3 Other (specify)
9. H Dimension - Tank Height - Feet/Inches (m/mm)
xx
10. M Dimension - Element Location - Feet/Inches (m/mm)
xx
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RTD LEADWIRES
TANK ENTRY
HARDWARE
MATING
FLANGE
10"
(254mm)
THREADED
CONNECTION
MAXIMUM
PRODUCT
HEIGHT
WELDED FITTING TO
FLEXIBLE HOSE 1.50" (38.1) MAX. DIA.
ACROSS CORNERS
(2 PLCS)
"H" DIM
TEMPERATURE
SENSING
AREA
3/4" (19.1mm) I.D.
FLEXIBLE SS HOSE
1.05 (26.7mm) DIA.
(NOMINAL 3/4" (19.1mm)
PIPE SIZE)
FITTING
WITH PLUG
TANK FLOOR
6"
(152.4mm)
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Ordering Information
1. Model
MA Type MA Variable Length Averaging RTD
2. Flexible Hose Material
1 316 SS
2 Monel
3. Service
1 Standard, to 212F (100C) (PVC insulated lead wire)
2 High Temperature, to 392F (200C) (Teflon insulated lead wire)
3 Low Temperature -170C (PFA Teflon)
4. Calibration
1 100 ohm Copper Variable Length Elements, Std Configuration
2 100 ohm DIN Platinum Characterized Copper Variable Length Elements, Std Configuration
3 Other (specify)
5. Tank Entry Hardware (refer to pages 18-19)
0 Type 0, Mating Flange (specify flange size, material, & class)
1 Type 1, 3/4" NPS SS Hex Nuts & Washers
2 Type 2, 3/4" MSS 304 SS Flanges With Full Gaskets
3 Type 3, Bushing & Coupling, 304SS (specify 1-1/2" or 2")
4 Type 4, Bushing, 304SS (specify 1-1/2" or 2")
5 Type 5, Vapor Boot With Angle Mount (specify size of PVC wear bushings; ex. 2" NPT)
6 Type 6, Angle Mount With 3/4" NPS SS Hex Nuts & Washers
7 Type 7, Angle Mount with 3/4" MSS 304 SS Flanges With Gaskets
8 Type 8, Welded Flange (specify flange size, material, class)
9 Other (specify)
6. Anchor Weight (refer to page 19)
0 NoAnchor Weight
1 Standard Anchor Weight, CS (fits 3" flange & larger)
2 Reduced Size Anchor Weight, CS (fits 2" flange)
3 Standard Anchor Weight, 316 SS (fits 3" flange and larger)
4 Reduced Size Anchor Weight, 316 SS (fits 2" flange)
5 Other (specify)
7. Leadwire Length
1 5 ft. (1.5m)
2 15 ft. (4.5m)
3 Other (specify)
8. Connection Head
1 Explosion-proof head with terminal block
2 ATEX-approved head
3 Other (specify)
9. H Dimension - Tank Height - Feet/Inches (m/mm)
xx
MA 1 1 1 0
1 1 40'6"
50' -40' -32' -26' -20' -14' -10' -7' -5' -3' --
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BLACK
WHITE
PINK
VIOLET
GRAY
BLUE
YELLOW
GREEN
ORANGE
RED
BROWN
Ordering Information
1. Model
MS Type MS Multiple Spot Averaging RTD
2. Flexible Hose Material
1 316 SS
2 Monel
3. Service
1 Standard, to 212F (100C) (PVC insulated lead wire)
2 High Temperature, to 392F (200C) (Teflon insulated lead wire)
3 Low Temperature -170C (PFA Teflon)
4. Calibration
1 100 ohm Copper, Multiple Spot Elements (specify number and mounting height of elements)
2 100 ohm DIN Platinum, Multiple Spot Elements (specify number and mounting height of elements)
3 Other (specify)
5. Tank Entry Hardware (refer to pages 18-19)
0 Type 0, Mating Flange (specify flange size, material, & class)
1 Type 1, 3/4" NPS SS Hex Nuts & Washers
2 Type 2, 3/4" MSS 304 SS Flanges With Full Gaskets
3 Type 3, Bushing & Coupling, 304SS (specify 1-1/2" or 2")
4 Type 4, Bushing, 304SS (specify 1-1/2" or 2")
5 Type 5, Vapor Boot With Angle Mount (specify size of PVC wear bushings; ex. 2" NPT)
6 Type 6, Angle Mount With 3/4" NPS SS Hex Nuts & Washers
7 Type 7, Angle Mount with 3/4" MSS 304 SS Flanges With Gaskets
8 Type 8, Welded Flange (specify flange size, material, class)
9 Other (specify)
6. Anchor Weight (refer to page 19)
0 NoAnchor Weight
1 Standard Anchor Weight, CS (fits 3" flange & larger)
2 Reduced Size Anchor Weight, CS (fits 2" flange & larger)
3 Standard Anchor Weight, 316 SS (fits 3" flange and larger)
4 Reduced Size Anchor Weight, 316 SS (fits 2" flange)
5 Other (specify)
7. Leadwire Length
1 5 ft. (1.5m)
2 15 ft. (4.5m)
3 Other (specify)
8. Connection Head
1 Explosion-proof head with terminal block
2 ATEX-approved head
3 Other (specify)
9. H Dimension - Tank Height - Feet/Inches (m/mm)
xx
MS 1
1 1 0 1
1 1 40'6"
Averaging RTD with multiple spot elements at levels determined by the number of
elements and the height of the tank. (Consult factory for more than 6 elements.)
TANK HEIGHT
10
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WIS
Active Measuring
Range:
40" (1000mm)
CAPACITANCE TRANSMITTER
IN NEMA 4X ENCLOSURE
Output analog:
Output digital:
2-wire, 4 to 20 mA transmitter
HART-protocol transmitter
SS NIPPLE
Accuracy
Analog:
Digital:
Ambient Temperature
Transmitter:
+- 0.24" (6mm)
+- 0.16" (4mm)
TANK ENTRY
HARDWARE
LEADWIRES
MATING FLANGE
MAXIMUM HEIGHT
OF ELEMENTS
WELDED FITTING
TO FLEXIBLE HOSE
Process Temperature
Probe:
TEMPERATURE
SENSING
AREA
Mechanical
Dimensions:
Outer diameter
of WIS:
WATER TIGHT
CONNECTION
0.750" (19.05mm)
PERFORATED
ANCHOR WEIGHT
Immersed
Materials:
Max. pressure:
Approvals:
CAPACITANCE
PROBE
3.28 ft.
(1M)
TANK FLOOR
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Ordering Information
1. Model
MWA
MWA 1 1 1 0 1 1 40'6"
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BLACK
WHITE
PINK
VIOLET
GRAY
BLUE
YELLOW
50' -40' --
GREEN
ORANGE
RED
BROWN
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Ordering Information
1. Model
MWS
MWS 1 1 1 0 1 1 40'6"
Averaging RTD with multiple spot elements at levels determined by the number of
elements and the height of the tank. (Consult factory for more than 6 elements.)
TANK HEIGHT
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Ordering Information
1. Model
XW
XW 1
1 40'6"
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Typical Installations
Typical Installations
EXISTING
FLANGED
NOZZLE
TANK ROOF
"H" DIM
"H" DIM
6"
(152.4mm)
TANK FLOOR
6"
(152.4mm)
TANK FLOOR
H = length of sensor from the tank floor to the top of existing flange or roof connection.
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Typical Installations
Typical Installations
CL
BRACKET AND
ADDITIONAL PIPE
BY INSTALLER
EXISTING
MANWAY
RISER
VAPOR BOOT
PVC WEAR
BUSHING
PONTOON
"H" DIM
"H"
DIM
TANK SHELL
6"
(152.4mm)
TANK
FLOOR
6"
(152.4mm)
TANK FLOOR
H = length of sensor from the tank floor to the top of existing bracket or manway riser.
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Type 0
Type 1
3/4" NPSM
(19.1mm) or
1/2" BSPP
(12.7mm)
THREAD
SS HEX NUT
Type 2
SS FLAT
WASHERS
SS HEX NUTS
14"
(355.6mm)
RF MATING
FLANGE
12"
14" (304.8mm)
(355.6mm)
12"
(304.8mm)
Type 3
3/4" NPSM
(19.1mm) or
1/2" BSPP
(12.7mm)
THREAD
Type 4
1-1/2" (38.1mm) or
2" (50.8mm) 304 SS
BUSHING
1-1/2" (38.1mm)
or 2" (50.8) 304
SS COUPLING
3/4" NPSM
(19.1mm) or
1/2" BSPP
(12.7mm)
THREAD
12"
(304.8mm)
3/4" NPSM
(19.1mm) or
1/2" BSPP
(12.7mm)
THREAD
Type 5
1-1/2" (38.1mm)
or 2" (50.8mm)
304 SS
BUSHING
3/4" (19.1mm) X
12" (304.8mm)
304 SS NIPPLE
304 SS 90
ELBOW
3/4" (19.1mm) X 12"
(304.8mm)
304 SS NIPPLE
12"
(304.8mm)
12"
(304.8mm)
14"
(355.6mm)
14"
(355.6mm)
14"
(355.6mm)
3/4" NPSM
(19.1mm) or
1/2" BSPP
(12.7mm)
THREAD
VAPOR BOOT
PVC WEAR
BUSHING
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Type 7
Type 6
Type 8
14" (355.6mm)
3/4" NPSM (19.1mm)
or 1/2" BSPP
(12.7mm) THREAD
12" (304.8mm)
WELDED
FLANGE
3/4" NPSM
(19.1mm) or
1/2" BSPP
(12.7mm)
THREAD
SS HEX NUTS
12"
(304.8mm)
SS FLAT
WASHERS
12"
(304.8mm)
3/4" (19.1mm) X
12" (304.8mm)
304 SS NIPPLE
Standard
Anchor Weight
Reduced Size
Anchor Weight
40"
(1016mm)
CARBON STEEL
or 316 SS
TWO PIECES
CARBON
STEEL
or 316 SS
21"
(533.4mm)
40"
(1016mm)
6"
(152.4mm)
SS
SPRING PIN
2.9" (73.7mm)
6"
(152.4mm)
SS
SPRING PIN
1.9"
(48.3mm)
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Temperature/Resistance Relationships
Temperature/Resistance Relationships
TEMPERATURE
20
RESISTANCE
100 OHM
COPPER
5
14
23
32
41
50
59
68
77
86
95
104
113
122
131
140
149
158
167
176
185
194
203
212
-15
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
84.48
86.42
88.36
90.30
92.24
94.18
96.12
98.06
100.00
101.94
103.88
105.82
107.76
109.70
111.64
113.58
115.52
117.45
119.39
121.33
123.27
125.21
127.15
129.09
94.41
96.33
98.25
100.17
102.05
103.98
105.90
107.83
109.75
121.68
113.60
115.53
117.45
119.38
121.30
123.23
125.15
127.08
129.00
130.93
132.85
134.78
136.58
138.50
94.12
96.09
98.04
100.00
101.95
10390
105.85
107.79
109.73
111.67
113.61
115.54
117.47
119.40
121.32
123.24
125.16
127.07
128.98
130.89
132.80
134.70
136.60
138.50
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TEMPERATURE
F
C
MAXIMUM DEVIATION
F
C
OHMS
100 OHM
COPPER
-4
104
212
-20
40
100
0.27
0.18
0.27
0.15
0.10
0.15
0.06
0.04
0.06
100 OHM
DIN PLATINUM
CHARACTERIZED
COPPER
41
86
131
194
5
30
55
90
0.65
0.23
0.28
0.56
0.36
0.13
0.15
0.31
0.14
0.05
0.06
0.12
100 OHM
DIN PLATINUM
(1/10 DIN)
-4
104
212
-20
40
100
0.07
0.09
0.14
0.04
0.05
0.08
0.016
0.019
0.030
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Profibus
Model
Multiplexer
Multi-Channel
Contact Closer
EOTec 2000
Fiber Optic Converters
Power Supplies
Dual Redundant
Power Supplies
Electrical Interface
Modules
De-Pluggable Screw
Terminals or Industry
Standard Connectors
Self-Healing Ring
Modules
Integrated-Bus
System
Optical Interface
Modules
Remote
SMA or ST
Alarming Multi & Single Mode
Continuous 4-20mA
Diagnostic Output
22
Ethernet
Connectivity
Media Converter
SC or ST
Connectors
10/100 Mbps
Ethernet Switch
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LOCATION:
NAME
CITY
FAX
TITLE
STATE
EMAIL
ZIP
DELIVERY EXPECTED
3. PRODUCT IN TANK
(list all components and concentrations)
Liquid
Slurry
Interface
Light
HARDWARE:
Type 1
Type 2
Type 5
Type 6
Type 9
Other
Strong
Type 3
Type 7
Concrete
At Electronics
No
120VAC
Size
230VAC
16. REMARKS
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Notes:
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