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VFM 3100 F-T
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 Vortex Flowmeters
VFM 3100 F–T
VFM 3100 W–T

High performance at lower cost VFM 3100 F/W–T Flowmeters measure flow rates of liquids, gas and
The VFM 3100 flowmeters have the high steam. They have the same flowtube as VFM 3100 F/W-A Analog
accuracy and rangeability of positive dis- Output Products. This flowtube has a vortex generating shedder and a
placement and turbine flowmeters without sensor for detecting the vortices. The available sensor selections cover
the mechanical complexity and high cost. a wide temperature range from -20 to 430°C (0 to 800°F).
Calibrated flow rangeability is 15:1 (with a The HART® (-T) Versions operate primarily in a 4 to 20 mA environment.
useful range as high as 40:1 in liquids and Remote communication of digital values plus status and configuration
100:1 in gases and steam) compared to information is via HART protocol.
3:1 for a differential pressure producer
Features:
(orifice plate). Because the VFM 3100 have
● Configuration via MS-DOS PC, model HHT Hand-Held Terminal,
no moving parts, they are very durable and
or local digital display/configurator, and HART Configuration via
reliable. This simplicity of design ensures
HART Communicator or Local Digital Display/Configurator
low initial cost, low operating and mainten-
● 4 to 20 mA and Pulse Flowmeter Outputs; user-selectable
ance costs, and therefore contributing to an
● Wide temperature range up to 430°C (800°F)
overall low cost of ownership.
● Automatic filter selection
● Adaptive filtering: Software-controlled signal filter (noise rejection)
Adapts to varying flow rates
● Internal flow totalization
● Automatic selection of low flow cut-in
● Electronics design allows lower flow rates
● Pulse train smoothing enhances low flow measurement
● Improved accuracy at low Reynolds Number
● May be configured for operating conditions
● Rapid response time
Simplified start-up ● On-line diagnostics
KROHNE will pre-configure the flowmeter ● Temperature K-Factor correction
using flow data supplied by the customer. ● Correction for system piping effects
No primary device calculations or mech- ● Dual measurement capability (83 F only)
anical calibrartions are required if the flow
data is supplied when placing the order.
This allows the user to simply install the
flow-calibrated flowmeter and connect
wiring to the proper power source and
readout or control instrumentation, and
the VFM 3100F–T or VFM 3100W–T is
ready to measure flow.
When flow data is not provided, the flow-
meter is shipped partially configured.
On-site configuration can be completed
using easily accessible DIP-switches.

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Multidrop Communications (HART)
Either point-to-point (one transmitter) or multi-
dropping is permitted. Multidropping refers to
the connection of several transmitters to a
single communications line. Communication
between the host computer and the trans-
mittlers occurs digitally with the analaog out-
put of the transmitter. With HART communi-
cations protocol, up to fifteen transmitters can
be connected to a single twisted pair of wires.
Dual measurement flowmeter
Dual Measurement Vortex Flowmeters provide
the user with redundant sensors and electro-
nics. Essentially two electronics housings and
sensors are mounted to the flowmeter body
assembly as depicted in the “DIMENSIONS-
NOMINAL” section. In the event that one trans-
mitter fails, the redundant measurement
avoids the necessity of shutting down the
process. The failed transmitter can then be
replaced at a later, non-critical time. Applica-
tions include Safety Shutdown Systems (inde-
pendent of Process Measurement Network),
Safety Backup for critical flow loops,
Comparative Verification of Measurement for
high accuracy precision loops, or just for dual
communication paths with the same primary
element. Dual Measurement configurations
are only offered with flanged body flowmeters.
Wide variety of applications
The VFM 3100F is available in nominal
15 to 300 mm (3/4 to 12”) line sizes and
the VFM 3100W is available in nominal
15 to 200 mm (3/4 to 8”) line sizes.
Water velocities (at standard conditions) of
up to 7.7 m/s (25.3 ft/s), and gas or steam
velocities of up to 185 m/s (600 ft/s) can
be accommodated. These VFM 3100 set the
example for industry standards whether the
application requires accuracy for totalizing
and batching; utility metering of fluids in the
process industries; fuel, air, steam, or gas
metering for the measurement of energy in
any high use application; or stability and
repeatability for process control.
Compact, efficient and durable design
Offered in common line sizes, the VFM 3100
F–T and VFM 3100m W–T bodies are designed
for mounting between ANSI or DIN raised face
flanges.
The electronics housing is of explosion-proof
construction and provides environmental pro-
tection to the enclosed amplifier, terminal
block, and integral flow rate indicator. The
housing is integrally mounted to the flowtube
assembly, or can be mounted in a location
away from the flowmeter body.
This uncomplicated design means minimum
flowmeter maintenance. Parts are common to
all sizes and are field replaceable – including
Options
Local Digital Display/Configurator
A 16-character display is available. Total
flow and/or the instantaneous flow rate may
be displayed in user-selected flow units. The
display may be configured for either flow or
total, or to toggle between them. Four keys,
located on the display panel, can be used
to configure the flowmeter.
Remote mounted electronics housing
This flowmeter configuration allows access
to amplifier and other housing parts when
the primary sensor is not in an easily access-
ible location. The remote mounted electro-
nics housing can be located up to 15.2 m
(50 ft) from the primary sensor without loss
of low level signal. The housing meets the
requirements of IEC IP66 and has the
environmental protection of NEMA Type 4X.
Isolation valve
Isolation valves can be selected that allows
sensor(s) to be removed or replaced without
interrupting the flow in the pipe. They are
available for both standard and high tem-
perature flowmeters. In single measurement
configuration the isolation valve is a stand-
alone divice. It attaches to the flowmeter
body in the location normally occupied by
the sensor and bonnet. The sensor is then
mounted on the isolation valve. For dual
measurement configurations, two independ-
ent isolation valves are built into the mani-
fold.
the sensor assembly and the plug-in ampli-
fier. The amplifier can be replaced without
interrupting the flow in the pipe; the sensor
can be replaces without process shutdown
when an isolation valve is installed. Since a
single device can be used for multiprocess
fluid applications, user operation is simplified
and spare parts are minimized.
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Operating Conditions (a) Table 1

Influence Calibration Operating Normal Operating Operative Limits

Conditions (b) Condition Limits

Process Fluid Clear Water Liquid, Gas and Steam Liquid, Gas and Steam
Process 20 … 30°C -20 … +200°C -20 … +430°C
Temperature (70 … 85°F) (0 … 400°F) (0 … 800°F)

Ambient Temperature 20 … 30°C -40 … +85°C -40 … +85°C

(Electronics Housing) (70 … 85°F) (-40 … +185°F) (-40 … +185°F)
Relative Humidity 50 … 90% RH 0 … 100% 0 … 100%
Supply Voltage (c) 24 V DC 12.5 … 42 V DC 12.5 … 42 V DC

(a) Limited to non-flashing, non-cavitating conditions. Flow rate and temperature of process may induce flashing and cavitation which is
dependent on pressure drop and process vapour pressure. A minimum positive back-pressure is required for proper operation.
(b) Assumes compatible process piping and fittings; gaskets not protruding into process line; a minimum of thirty pipe diameters of straight pipe
upstream of flowmeter and eight pipe diameters downstream; clear water free of air or particles.
(c) The loop load can vary as listed, depending on the supply voltage used. See Figure 2 for a plot of supply voltage vs. loop load.

Performance Specification

(Under Reference Operating Conditions unless OtherwiseSpecified) Table 2

Factory Calibration Conditions

Nominal Nominal Mean Factory-Calibrated Flow Range for Water

Meter K-Factor in
Size Pulses / ft3 Range in US Reynolds Number
(Pulses / L) gpm (L/s) Range in L/s Range
3/4” (15 mm) 5580.00 (197) 6.9 ... 34 0.43 ... 2.1 30 000 ... 150 000
1” (25 mm) 2250.00 (79.5) 8.9 ... 56 0.56 ... 3.5 30 000 ... 190 000
1 1/2” (40 mm) 570.00 (20.1) 14 ... 140 0.88 ... 8.7 30 000 ... 300 000
2” (50 mm) 258.00 (9.11) 18 ... 230 1.1 ... 15 30 000 ... 380 000
3” (80 mm) 78.70 (2.78) 34 ... 500 2.1 ... 32 38 000 ... 570 000
4” (100 mm) 34.80 (1.23) 59 ... 890 3.7 ... 56 50 000 ... 750 000
6” (150 mm) 10.00 (0.353) 140 ... 2000 8.5 ... 130 76 000 ... 1 100 000
8” (200 mm) 4.26 (0.150) 240 ... 3600 15 ... 220 100 000 ... 1 500 000
10” (250 mm) 1.99 (0.070) 390 ... 5800 24 ... 370 130 000 ... 1 900 000
12” (300 mm) 1.16 (0.041) 560 ... 8400 36 ... 530 160 000 ... 2 300 000

NOTES:
The K-factor is the relationship between input (volumetric flow rate) and the output (pulse rate).
Mean K-factor: The arithmetic mean value of K-factor over a designated flow rate range (reference conditions).
Where KMAX is the Maximum K-factor and KMIN is the Minimum K-factor over the calibrated flow range.

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Accuracy - General Supply Voltage Requirements and external Loop Load

The accuracy of the meters, stated in next paragraphs, is under Limitations
calibration operating conditions (see Operating Conditions table). ANALOG MODE 4 – 20 mA
Installation parameters such as location of valves, proximity to
elbows, etc., will affect the accuracy of the flow measurement.
Data is presented to correct the measurement for these effects. 1500
1450

Accuracy for Liquids (Figure 1) V DC Load

Accuracy within factory-calibrated Reynolds Number range is ±0,5%.
24 250 to 565
Outside the calibrated range, the accuracy is ±1% of reading for flow 30 250 to 860
rates with Reynolds Number of 20 000 or greater. 32 250 to 958
1000
Flowmeter Accuracy for Liquids

Load
800
See factory calibration
flow ranges table for
Reynolds Number range 600 0

+2% Operating
+1% 400 Area

275 HHT
± 0.5%
Accuracy

200 Min. Load

-1% See following
remarks
-2%

0 10 20 30 40 50
0 5 20
10 000 30 100 000 1 000 000 12.5 42

Reynolds Number Supply Voltage (V DC)

Figure 1 Figure 2

Accuracy for Gases and Steam NOTE:

Accuracy is ±1% of reading for flow rates with Reynolds Number of
20 000 or greater.
Operation at low flow rates
At low flow rates (Reynolds Number less than 20 000) the K-Factor
deviates from the mean value determined via the water calibration.
An algorithm, requiring values for the flowing density and viscosity
is embedded in the flowmeter to correct for this non-linearity.
Position Effect (Filled Pipe Conditions)
For most applications, the flowmeter can be mounted in a pipeline
which may run in any direction from the vertical (flow in upward direc-
tion) to the horizontal. Measurement of liquid and gas flow rates are
not effected by the pipeline orientation or the flowmeter orientation in
the pipeline. See “Recommended Mounting Arrangements“ section.
For saturated steam measurement, the recommended flowmeter pos-
ition is in a horizontal pipe with the electronics housing located below
the pipeline. For superheated steam, the flowmeter is usually best
mounted in a horizontal or inclined pipe with the electronics housing
located above the pipeline. Measuring superheated steam in vertical
pipelines requires that the electronics housing and sensor compart-
ment be free of intermitted condensate. It is recommended that the
sensor be insulated to insure at least 6°C (10°F) of superheat.
Electromagnetic Compatibility and RFI
The output error from radio frequencies ranging from 27 to 1 000 Mhz
is less than ±1% of span at a field intensity of 10 V/m; and less than
± 2% of span at a field intensity of 30 V/m. This applies only when the
electronics housing is properly earthed (grounded).
The transmitter will function with an output load less than 250Ω
provided that a Model T HHT, PC 10, or Model 275 is not connected to
it. Connecting a Model HHT, PC 10 or Model 275 while operatng in this
area may cause output disturbances and/or communication problems.
Relative Humidity Effect
No effect as long as covers and seals are properly installed.
Totalization
The flowmeter has a built-in flow totalizer eight digit display. Flow total is
not lost in the event of a power interruption, but is resetable if desired.
Outputs
The flowmeter has three outputs, as follows:
SCALED PULSE OUTPUT
Flow Rate available as a 0 to 100 Hz contact closure rate
ANALOG OUTPUT
Flow rate available as a 4 to 20 mA signal
DIGITAL OUTPUT
Models VFM3100 (HART Version)
Four measurements (Flow Rate, Totalized Flow, Vortex Frequency,
and Scaled Pulse Output Frequency) are available via HART.
Digital Information is superimposed on a traditional 4 to 20 mA
signal at 1200 baud.

Supply Voltage Effect (Within Stated Limits)

WITH SCALED PULSE OUTPUT No effect on accuracy
WITH ANALOG OUTPUT Less than 0.005% per volt
WITH DIGITAL OUTPUT No effect on accuracy

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 VFM 3100 Responsibility for suitability and intended use of our instruments rests solely with the purchaser.

Functional Specifications

Scaled Pulse Output Process Temperature Correction

The scaled pulse output is an externally powered two-wire contact The flowmeter computes a corrected K-factor at the specific process
closure type output. The contact closure rate (0 to 100 Hz) is linearly temperature which is entered by the user.
proportional to the flowrate, the Upper Range Value being automati-
cally set to 100 Hz. Pulse resolution is 0.025%. Specifications for the Response Time (Without Damping)
contact closure output are as follows: ANALOG MODE (HART Versions)
● Isolated two-wire contact closure
0.25 second or the vortex shedding period for frequencies less
● Applied voltage limits: 12.5 V DC minimum and 42 V DC maximum
than 4 Hz, plus the rise time of 0.25 seconds (90% recovery time
● Maximum "ON" state voltage drop: 0.5 V DC
to an 80% input step with zero output damping).
● Maximum "ON" state current: 250 mA
SCALED PULSE MODE
● Update rate: Models VFM 3100 (HART Version) 4 Hz
0,1 seconds or the Vortex shedding period for frequencies less
● Maximum "OFF" state leakage current:
than 10 Hz.
0.10 mA at 12.5 V DC Output Damping
0.25 mA at 24 V DC The flowmeter provides user-selectable damping to smooth the
0.42 mA at 42 V DC flow rate output, or to optimize the response time of the flowmeter
● 250 mA short circuit protected to the control system. Damping can be set between 0 (none) and
● Reverse polarity protected 32 seconds. Damping is an exponential filter with a selectable time
constant. An eight second damping factor will pass 64% of the step
Output Combinations change in this time period.
Possible flowmeter output combinations depends on whether the flow-
meter is wired as a 2-, 3-, or 4- wire device as shown below. On-Line Diagnostics
MODELS VFM3100 (HART Version) The flowmeter uses a number of internal diagnostic functions including
2-Wire Hookup hardware checks, and internal code and database validation. Error
4 to 20 mA and HART at 1200 Baud checking and diagnostic codes are also embedded in the communi-
3-Wire or 4-Wire Hook-up cations protocol. These diagnostics are performed at startup and as
4 to 20 mA, HART at 1200 Baud, and Scaled Pulse continuous background checks.

Low and High Frequency Filter Settings Offline Diagnostics (Self Test)
The low and high frequency filters are set automatically based on the The configurator allows self-tests to be initiated to validate the trans-
flowmeter configuration. The parameters required to set the filters are, mitter electronics. This test uses an internally generated frequency
Model Number, reference K-Factor, flowing density, and full scale flow signal.
rate. The low frequency filter is set with the 3 dB point (a) at approxi-
mately one half the low flow cut-in frequency. The high frequency filter Password Protection
is set with the 3 dB point approximately at one half the upper range Password protection is provided in the local display/configurator mode
value frequency. The density values corresponding to the following to assure operating security. A second level of protection is provided
conditions have been embedded in the flowmeter for use when general for configuration security.
default configurations are selected.
Liquid-Water at 21°C (70°F) Nominal Flow Velocity Limits
Gas-Air at 690 kPa (6.9 bar) and 21°C (100 psig and 70°F) These limits can be calculated using Table 3. In the table, rf is the
Steam-Saturated Steam at 862 kPa. 8.62 bar, or 125 psig process fluid density at flowing conditions in kg/m3 or lb/ft3, as
Improved performance at other flow conditions can be achieved by applicable. The specifications apply for most applications, but can
insetting the actual process parameters. deviate slightly for some combinations of density and line size.
Adaptive Filtering Grenzen der nominellen Durchflussgeschwindigkeit Tabelle 3
To improve the signal-to-noise ratio, the flowmeter provides an Standard High
adapitine mode which automatically moves the high and low frequency Temperature Temperature
filers doser to the vortex frequency. This feature provides: Range Range
● Low Flow Measurability Range m/s ft/s m/s ft/s
● Improved Vibration Immunity limit
Low Flow Cut-In Selections Lower 2.4/ ρf 2.0/ ρf 4.8/ ρf 4.0/ ρf
There are eight configurable low flow cut-in selections ranging from
minimum flow rate to ten times the minimum low flow rate. Refer to Upper 240/ ρf 200/ ρf 240/ ρf 200/ ρf
Tables 2, 3 and 4 for minimum flow rate values.
Automatic Low Flow Cut-In Feature Flowmeter Ranges
The flowmeter can be configured to automatically select the lowest Low The flowmeter is shipped with the flow range specified in the sales
Flow Cut-In (LFCI) selection that produces a zero output under no-flow order or with a default flow range equal to the meter capacity. It can
conditions. be changed by the user keeping the same flowrate units or choosing
VFM 3100 Rangeability new flowrate units from a built-in menu-selectable list, or entering
The flowmeter has an enhanced rangeability compared to other custom flowrate units.
VFM 3100 due to its lower LFCI capability and improved frequency
filtering. Rangeability of up to 100:1 is achievable.

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Reference K-Factor Flowmeter Sizing-Program

The reference K-factor is a coefficient that specifies the flowmeter KROHNE provides the best means of selecting the correct flowmeter
calibration and is expressed as the ratio of pulses per unit volume, size for any application. The sizing program will also calculate minimum
where pulses/unit volume = pulses per second divided by volume and maximum flow rates, rangeability, pressure loss, Reynolds Number,
flow per second. Refer to Table 4 for the reference K-factor for each and calibration frequency. For example, you can use the program to
flowmeter size. The reference K-factor is the arithmetic mean value determine the nominal shedding frequency for any flow rate for a given
of K over the factory calibrated flow range. line size.
For many applications, Tables 5 to 7 can be used as a quick guide
Reference K-Factor Determination to flowmeter sizing. These tables list operating flow rate limits for
The reference K-factor is determined at the factory flow facility by water, air, and steam for each line size. Note that the flowmeter must
actual flow calibration with water by comparison to a master flow- operate within flow velocity limits previously defined.
meter calibration or by actual static weight. The reference K-factor is
embedded in the flowmeter database and is stamped on the data Approximate Pressure Loss
plate. The maximum pressure loss at maximum flow for every flowmeter
with any fluid is 55 kPa (8 psi). Note that for many flow conditions,
Flowing K-Factor the actual pressure loss is much less than 55 kPa (8 psi).
The flowing K-factor is computed from the K-reference expressed in Use the KROHNE FlowExpert Sizing Program to determine actual
specified flowing units, and can be corrected for the following: pressure loss for a given set of conditions.
● Process Temperature
● Mating Pipe Minimum Back Pressure
● Upstream Disturbances (Volatile Liquids or Low Pressure Conditions)
Any condition that tends to contribute to the release of vapor from the
Nominal Reference-K-Factor Table 4 liquid (flashing, which may also induce cavitation) shall be avoided by
proper system design and operation of the flowmeter within the set
Nominal Nominal Reference-K-Factor flow rate range. Location of the flowmeter should determine the need
Line Size for incorporating or considering a back-pressure valve, or for increasing
DN p/l inlet pressure. To avoid flashing and to ensure stable vortex generation,
the minimum back pressure should be:
15 197
25 79.5 P = 3 ∆P + 1.25 Pv - Patm
40 20.1
50 9.11 where PG = Gauge pressure in kPa or psi five pipe
80 2.78 diameters downstream of the flowmeter
100 1.23 ∆P = Calculated pressure loss in kPa or psi
(see "Approximate Pressure Loss" section)
150 0.353 Pv = Vapor pressure at line conditions in kPa or
200 0.150 psi absolute
250 0.070 Patm = Atmospheric pressure in kPa or psi absolute
300 0.041
NOTE:
The Reference K-factor is based on testing with Schedule 40 mating pipe. K-factor connec-
tion, when using pipe other than Schedule 40 mating pipe, or when using less than the
recommended upstream piping can be configured into the flowmeter.

Reference K-Factor and Water Flow Rates and Upper Range Value Limits at 20O and 101.3 kPa absolute (68OF and 14.7 psia) Table 5

Nominal Nominal Reference Minimum and Maximum Recommended

Line Size K-Factor (a) Operating Flow Rates (b) Min. URV (c)

mm inches p/L p/ft3 p/U.S. gal L/s U.S. gpm L/s U.S. gpm
015 00 3/4 197.000 5580.00 746.000 0.07 … 2.1 1.2 … 34 0.14 3.6
025 013/4 079.500 2250.00 301.000 0.10 … 3.6 1.5 … 57 0.30 4.5
040 01 1/2 020.100 0570.00 076.200 0.15 … 8.8 2.4 … 140 0.45 7.2
050 023/4 009.110 0258.00 034.500 0.19 … 14.7 3.1 … 233 0.57 9.3
080 031/2 002.780 0078.70 010.570 0.37 … 32.2 5.1 … 511 1.11 17.7
100 043/4 001.230 0034.80 004.650 0.72 … 56.7 9.0 … 899 2.16 33.9
150 061/2 000.353 0010.00 001.340 1.88 … 130 20.6 … 2060 5.64 89.7
200 083/4 000.150 0004.26 000.569 3.64 … 228 35.1 … 3610 10.9 173.0
250 101/2 000.070 0001.99 000.266 6.51 … 372 58.9 … 5900 19.5 309.0
300 123/4 000.041 0001.16 000.155 9.99 … 540 85.6 … 8560 30.0 474.0

(a) The Reference K-factor is based on testing with Schedule 40 mating pipe. K-factor connection, when using pipe other than Schedule 40
mating pipe, or when using less than the recommended upstream piping can be configured into the flowmeter.
(b) The approximate values are listed with the low cut-in set at its minimum value
(c) The recommended minimum upper range value is shown; the maximum URV is the maximum operating flow rate.

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Air Flow Rate Limits in Normal m3/h and Standard ft3/h – Approximate Values listed (a) Table 6

Process Minimum and Maximum Flow Rates for the Following Sizes for NCMH (b)
Pressure
in kPa 15 mm 25 mm 40 mm 50 mm 80 mm 100 mm 150 mm 200 mm 250 mm 300 mm

0 3.6 & 4.6 & 8.8 & 14.7 & 32.2 & 56.8 & 130 & 228 & 372 & 540 &
58.5 145 572 1250 2750 4840 11100 19400 31700 46100
250 4.0 & 6.7 & 16.4 & 27.4 & 60.1 & 106 & 242 & 425 & 693 & 1010 &
203 503 1640 2740 6010 10600 24200 42500 69300 101000
500 5.2 & 8.7 & 21.5 & 35.8 & 78.7 & 138 & 317 & 556 & 908 & 1320 &
348 863 2150 3580 7870 13800 31700 55600 90800 132000
1000 7.1 & 11.9 & 29.1 & 48.5 & 107 & 188 & 429 & 753 & 1230 & 1790&
639 1190 2910 4850 10700 18800 42900 75300 123000 179000
2000 9.8 & 16.4 & 40.3 & 67.2 & 148 & 260 & 594 & 1040 & 1700 & 2510 &
981 164 4030 6720 14800 26000 59400 104000 170000 247000

Process Minimum and Maximum Flow Rates for the Following Sizes for SCFH (b)
Pressure
in psig 3/4” 1” 1 1/2” 2” 3” 4” 6” 8” 10” 12”

0 140 & 181 & 320 & 533 & 1170 & 2060 & 4720 & 8270 & 13500 & 19800 &
2060 5120 20200 44200 97000 171000 391000 686000 1120000 1630000
50 163 & 273 & 671 & 1120 & 2480 & 4330 & 9900 & 17400 & 28400 & 41120 &
9100 22600 67100 112000 248000 433000 990000 1740000 2840000 4120000
100 218 & 364 & 895 & 1490 & 3270 & 5770 & 13200 & 23100 & 37800 & 54900 &
16200 36400 89500 149000 327000 577000 1320000 2310000 3780000 5490000
200 298 & 499 & 1230 & 2040 & 4490 & 7900 & 18100 & 31700 & 51800 & 75200 &
29800 49900 123000 204000 449000 790000 1810000 3170000 5180000 7520000
300 361 & 604 & 1490 & 2480 & 5440 & 9570 & 21900 & 38400 & 62700 & 92000 &
36100 60400 149000 248000 544000 957000 2190000 3840000 6270000 9110000

(a) Normal m3/h (NCMH) values are given at selected base conditions of 0°C and 101.325 kPa, absolute, with the low flow cut-in sel at its minimum value.
Standard ft3/h (SCFH) values are given at selected base conditions of 60°F and 14.7 psia, with the low flow cut-in sel at its minimum value. For values for
other gases, at other than base conditions, refer to the KROHNE Program.
(b) A minimum upper range value (URV) of three times the minimum flow rate is recommended, The maximum URV equals the maximum flow rate.
For example, for a 25 mm analog output flowmeter at 0 kPa. gauge, the recommended minimum URV would be 3 x 4.6 or 13.8 NCMH and the maximum URV
would be 136 NCMH.

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Dry Saturated Steam Flow Rate Limits – Approximate Values Listed (a) Table 7

Process Process Minimum and Maximum Flow Rates for the Following Sizes for kg/h (b)
Pressure Temp.
in kPa in °C 15 mm 25 mm 40 mm 50 mm 80 mm 100 mm 150 mm 200 mm 250 mm 300 mm

0 100.0 3.3 & 4.2 & 7.7 & 12.8 & 28.3 & 49.9 & 114 & 200 & 327 & 475 &
34.9 86.7 342 748 1640 2690 6620 11600 19000 27500
250 139.0 3.6 & 5.6 & 13.9 & 23.1 & 50.7 & 89.3 & 204 & 359 & 588 & 850 &
112 278 1100 2310 5070 8930 20400 35900 58600 85000
500 158.9 4.3 & 7.3 & 17.8 & 29.8 & 65.3 & 115 & 263 & 462 & 754 & 1100 &
186 461 1780 2980 6530 11500 26300 46200 75400 110000
1000 184.1 5.6 & 9.7 & 23.8 & 39.7 & 87.1 & 153 & 351 & 616 & 1010 & 1460 &
330 818 2380 3970 8710 15300 35100 61600 101000 146000
5000 265.1(c) 24.8 & 41.5 & 102 & 171 & 492 & 820 & 2160 & 4170 & 7480 & 11400 &
1240 2070 5100 8500 18700 32800 75200 132000 215000 313000
10000 311.7(c) 36.5 & 61.1 & 156 & 266 & 717 & 1370 & 3610 & 6990 & 12500 & 19200 &
1830 3050 7500 12500 27500 48300 111000 194000 317000 460000

Process Process Minimum and Maximum Flow Rates for the Following Sizes for kg/h (b)
Pressure Temp.
in psig in °F 3/4” 1” 1 1/2” 2” 3” 4” 6” 8” 10” 12”

0 212.0 7.2 & 9.3 & 17.1 & 28.5 & 62.5 & 110 & 252 & 442 & 721 & 1050 &
77.0 191 754 1650 3620 6370 14600 25600 41800 80700
50 297.6 8.3 & 13.9 & 34.2 & 57 & 125 & 220 & 504 & 884 & 1440 & 2100 &
300 766 3020 5700 12500 22000 50400 88400 144000 210000
100 337.8 10.9 & 18.2 & 44.8 & 74.7 & 164 & 289 & 660 & 1160 & 1890 & 2750 &
531 1320 4480 7470 16400 28900 66000 116000 189000 275000
500 470.0(c) 45.3 & 75.8 & 188 & 310 & 735 & 1410 & 3700 & 7160 & 12800 & 19600 &
2270 3790 9310 15500 34100 60000 137000 241000 393000 571000
1000 546.3(c) 64.9 & 109 & 267 & 473 & 1190 & 2270 & 5980 & 11600 & 20700 & 31700 &
3250 5430 13300 22200 48800 86000 197000 345000 564000 819000
1500 597.5(c) 82.2 & 137 & 354 & 648 & 1630 & 3110 & 8190 & 15800 & 28300 & 43400 &
4110 6870 16900 28200 61800 109000 249000 437000 713000 1040000

(a) Values listed are for dry saturated steam (steam quality = 100%) with the low flow cut-in set at its minimum value.
For steam quality other than 100%, refer to KROHNE Sizing Program.
(b) A minimum upper range value (URV) of three times the minimum flow rate is recommended, The maximum URV equals the maximum flow rate.
For example, for a 25 mm analog output VFM 3100 at 0 kPa. gauge, the recommended minimum URV would be 3 x 4.2 or 12.6 kg/h and the maximum
URV would be 81.2 kg/h.
(c) The Extended temperature range sensors are required for these applications.
The sensors with extended temperature range are required for these applications.

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Technical data

Materials of Construction Process Connections

PROCESS-WETTED PARTS VFM 3100-F FLANGED BODY FLOWMETERS
Flowmeter Body, Flanges, Shedding Element and Sensor
Body 3/4“ -4“ CF8M
Table 9
6“ - 12“ 304
Flange 6“ - 12“ 304 or A105 Nominal Metric or ANSI Flange Ratings
Sensor CF3M or Hastelloy CW2M Line Size
Gaskets and Flow Dam mm inches Flange Cast Flange Welded
PTFE, Stainless Steel, Hastelloy C on Body to Body
15 3/4 PN 40, 100 _
NON-WETTED PARTS Class 150, 300, 600
Electronics Housing and Covers 25 1 PN 40, 100 _
Low copper aluminium alloy. Class 150, 300, 600
Finish 40 1 1/2 PN 40, 100 _
Gray epoxy powder-coated finish electronics Class 150, 300, 600
housing and covers. 50 2 PN 40, 64, 100 _
Cover Gaskets Class 150, 300, 600
Buna-N O-ring 80 3 PN 40, 64, 100 _
DUAL MEASUREMENT MANIFOLD Class 150, 300, 600
CF8M Stainless Steel; pressure and temperature rating of 100 4 PN 40, 64, 100 _
dual manifold same as flowmeter body. Class 150, 300, 600
150 (a) 6 _ PN 16, 40, 64, 100
Mounting Class 150, 300, 600
The flowmeter can be located in pipelines which may run in any 200 (a) 8 _ PN 16, 40, 64, 100
direction from the vertical (flow in upward direction) to the horizontal. Class 150, 300, 600
The electronics housing can also be rotated 270° with respect to the 250 10 _ PN 40, 64, 100
body. A vertical pipeline is preferred for "Batch" operations to provide Class 150, 300
improved full line (flow direction must be up for liquids). 300 12 _ PN 40, 64
For mounting arrangements for various applications see Class 150, 300
“Recommended Mounting Arrangements“ section. (a) PN 16 and ANSI Class 150 use slip-on flanges.
All other welded flanges are weld neck.
Enclosure Classification
The electronics housing meets the requirements of IEC IP66 and NACE Certification
provides the environmental protection of NEMA Type 4X. The Stainless Steel material option has been designed, and materials
selected, to meet the requirements of NACE (National Association of
VFM 3100 W-T Waver-body flowmeter Corrosion Engineers) Standard MR-01.
VFM 3100-W must be properly aligned in the pipeline to provide
optimum accuracy. Alignment spacers are provided to achieve this
alignment. VFM 3100-W may be used with the flanges listed in Table 9.

Table 8
Nominal Flange Rating
Line Size
3/4 to 8” ANSI Class 150, 300 and 600
15 to 200 mm PN 16, PN 40, PN 64, PN 100

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Weights of VFM 3100

VFM 3100 F - Flanged Body: Approximate Weight (Class 150 Flanges) Table 10

Nominal With Integral Mounted With Remote Mounted

Line Size Electronics Housing Electronics Housing
Flowmeter Weight (a) Flowmeter Weight (b) Electronics Housing
Weight (c)
inches mm lb kg lb kg lb kg
3/4 15 11.7 5.3 9.9 4.5 5.0 2.3
1 25 13.9 6.3 11.9 5.4 5.0 2.3
1 1/2 40 16.7 7.8 15.0 6.8 5.0 2.3
2 50 21.0 9.5 19.0 8.6 5.0 2.3
3 80 33.9 15.4 30.0 13.0 5.0 2.3
4 100 45.8 20.8 44.0 20.0 5.0 2.3
6 150 72.8 33.1 71.3 32.3 5.0 2.3
8 200 125.4 57.0 122.0 55.3 5.0 2.3
10 250 190.0 86.2 187.0 84.8 5.0 2.3
12 300 265.0 120 262.0 119 5.0 2.3

(a) Weight of complete flowmeter, including integral electronics housing.

(b) Flowmeter Weight is weight of flowtube with sensor plus bonnet plus junction box.
(c) Housing Assembly Weight (for all Sensor Type selections) is weight of electronics housing assembly plus mounting bracket.

VFM 3100 W – Sandwich Body: Approximate Weight (Class 150 Flanges) Table 11

Nominal With Integral Mounted With Remote Mounted

Line Size Electronics Housing Electronics Housing
Flowmeter Weight (a) Flowmeter Weight (b) Electronics Housing
Weight (c)
inches mm lb kg lb kg lb kg
3/4 15 7.3 3.3 5.5 2.5 5.0 2.3
1 25 8.4 3.8 6.4 2.9 5.0 2.3
1 1/2 40 9.2 4.2 7.5 3.4 5.0 2.3
2 50 12.3 5.6 10.3 4.7 5.0 2.3
3 80 17.4 7.9 15.4 7.0 5.0 2.3
4 100 25.3 11.5 23.5 10.7 5.0 2.3
6 150 37.1 16.9 35.6 16.2 5.0 2.3
8 200 61.3 27.8 59.4 27.0 5.0 2.3

(a) Weight of complete flowmeter, including integral electronics housing.

(b) Flowmeter Weight is weight of flowtube with sensor plus bonnet plus junction box.
(c) Housing Assembly Weight (for all Sensor Type selections) is weight of electronics housing assembly plus mounting bracket.

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Product Safety Specifications

Pressure Safety: VFM 3100-W Personnel and Electrical Fire Safety

Sandwich body flowmeters designed to withstand pressure within This device is designed to be a minimum fire hazard by using low
ANSI Class 150, 300, or 600 flange ratings, and DIN PN 16, PN 40, energy power and adequate insulation and separation of electrical
PN 64, and PN 100 flange ratings. The flowtube face outside diameter circuits. The requirements of world-wide standards such as FM, CSA
is designed to center between ANSI Class 150 flanges. For other and CENELEC have been fulfilled.
flange ratings, centering spacers are provided.
See Figure 4 for pressure temperature ratings of ANSI flanges. Electrical Safety Classification
Refer to Electrical Safety Specification table below for Testing
Pressure Safety: VFM 3100-F Laboratory, Types of Protection and Area Classification, Application
Designed to withstand pressure within ANSI Class 150, 300, or Conditions, and Electrical Classification Code.
600 flange ratings, and DIN PN 40, PN 64, or PN 100 flange ratings.
The ANSI Class 600 flange is used only on flowmeter sizes up to
200 mm (8 in). See Table 4 for other line size and flange rating
limitations. See Figure 3 for pressure temperature ratings of ANSI
flanges.

Electrical Safety Specifications Table 12

Testing Laboratory, Application Conditions
Types of Protection and Area Classification

CSA intrinsically safe for Class I, Division 1, Groups A, Temperature Class T3C at 85°C
B, C, D; Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, G; and Class III, and T4A at 40°C maximum ambient.
Division 1. Limited to Gas Groups C and D
when connected to 33V, 185 Ω Zener barrier.

CSA explosion-proof for Class I, Division 1, Groups C Temperature Class T5.

and D; dust-ignitionproof for Class II and III, Division 1,
Groups E, F, and G; and Class III, Division 1.

Suitable for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D;

Class II, Division 2, Groups F, G; and Class III, Division 2.

FM intrinsically safe for Class I, II and III, Division 1, Temperature Class T3C at 85°C
Groups A, B, C, D, E, F and G; non-incendive Class I, II and T4A at 40°C maximum ambient.
and III, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, F and G.

FM explosion-proof for Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D; Temperature Class T5.

dust-ignitionproof for Class II and III, Division 1,
Groups E, F and G; non-incendive Class I, II and III,
Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, F and G.

CENELEC intrinsically safe for EEx ib, Gas Group IIC, Zone 1. Temperature Class T4 at 0.8 W
Temperature Class T5 at 0.5 W
Temperature Class T6 at 0.3 W

CENELEC flameproof for EEx d (ib) Gas Group IIC, Zone 1. Temperature Class T6.

NOTE:
The VFM 3100 Flowmeters have been designed to meet the electrical classifications listed in the table above.
For detailed information or status of testing laboratory approvals or certifications, contact KROHNE.

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Optional Selections and Accessories

Isolation Valves PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE RATING

Both standard and high temperature isolation valves have a
MANIFOLD BODY: maximum pressure rating of 1440 psig at 100°F. The standard
Grade CF8M Stainless Steel VALVE BALL: 316ss temperature valve with PTFE seats is further limited to a maximum
pressure of 500 psi at 400°F. The high temperature valve has
VALVE SEATS ANSI Class 600 temperature and pressure rating.
Standard Temperature: Glass-Filled PTFE See Figure 3.
Extended Temperature: Graphite

STEM SEAL:
The valve stem seal meets the external leakage requirements
for fire safety per API Standard 607. Temperature °C

VALVE HANDLE:
Use adjustable wrench.

SEAT LEAKAGE
Standard Temperature Pressure in psig
Class IV-Less than 5 mL/h per MSS-SPG1.

Pressure in kPA
High Temperature
Class IV per ANSI/FCI-70.2

FLOW VELOCITY LIMITS:

See "Flow Velocity Limits" section.

APPLICATIONS:
Recommended for use with clean liquids, saturated steam,
and all gases.
Temperature °F
LIMITATIONS:
Not recommended for use with superheated steam without
insulation, or liquids with suspended solids. Figure 3

Installation
To ensure proper functioning of the VFM 3100 F-T /W-T vortex flowmeter, the flow profile must be as undisturbed as possible when entering the
measuring tube. In the outlet section, flow obstructions such as valves should not affect development of the vortex street. The following points
should therefore be noted:

● The length of straight and unimpeded inlet and outlet runs
upstream and downstream of the vortex flowmeter should be
a multiple of the meter size (DN), as specified in the drawing
and depending on the particular obstruction.
Inlet run
– downstream of reducer ≥ 20 * DN
– downstream of one quarter bend ≥ 20 * DN
● Inside diameter of flowmeter same as that of pipeline.
● Install flowmeter in line with pipe axis, gaskets must not
protrude into pipeline.
● Arrange shutoff and control elements downstream of outlet runs.
● Install a flow straightener if disturbed flow conditions exist
on the inlet side.
● The requirement for straight inlet and outlet runs is halved when a
flow straightener is installed.

– downstream of two quarter bends ≥ 30 * DN
– downstream of three quarter bends ≥ 40 * DN
– downstream of valves ≥ 50 * DN
Outlet run ≥ 10 * DN
● Avoid pulsating flow and mechanical vibration.
● For flowmetering of liquids, ensure a sufficient pressure is
maintained downstream of the flowmeter to avoid cavitation.
● Avoid bi-phase fluid flow.

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Dimensions-Nominal
(in mm and inches)

VFM 3100 F-T Flowmeter-Flange Body, compact

Allow 75 mm (3”)
clearance for Cover With Display
Removal
Terminal Block
Connections Data Plate
Digital
Display
See below
for Terminal
Connections
1/2 NPT
Power
supply

External
Display
Flange dimensions
in accordance Additional
with DIN 2501 devices
and ANSI B 16.5 in circuit

Dimensions with ANSI Flanges Dimensions with Metric Flanges

Dimensions (mm) Dimensions (mm)
Nominal Flange A B C E E(a) Nominal Flange A B C E E(a)
Line Size Type A.D. I.D. (c) Line Size Type A.D. I.D. (c)

3/4” Class 150 099 018.8 152 274 340 DN 15 PN 40 95 18.8 152 269 334
Class 300 117 018.8 152 284 351 PN 100 95 18.8 152 269 334
Class 600 117 018.8 165 284 351
DN 25 PN 40 115 24.3 166 287 352
1” Class 150 108 024.3 165 282 348 PN 100 140 24.3 178 300 365
Class 300 124 024.3 165 290 353
Class 600 124 024.3 178 290 353 DN 40 PN 40 150 38.1 179 312 376
PN 100 170 38.1 196 322 386
1 1/2” Class 150 127 338.1 184 297 363
Class 300 155 338.1 184 312 376 DN 50 PN 40 (b) 165 49.2 195 322 387
Class 600 155 338.1 200 312 376 PN 63 180 49.2 205 337 395
PN 100 195 49.2 205 338 403
2” Class 150 152 049.3 197 305 371
Class 300 165 049.3 197 312 378 DN 80 PN 40 (b) 200 72.9 220 350 415
Class 600 165 049.3 216 312 378 PN 63 215 72.9 230 358 423
PN 100 230 72.9 340 366 431
3” Class 150 191 072.9 222 340 406
Class 300 211 072.9 222 351 417 DN 100 PN 40 235 96.7 240 382 446
Class 600 211 072.9 241 351 419 PN 63 250 96.7 250 390 454
PN 100 265 96.7 260 398 462
4” Class 150 229 96.8 241 373 439
Class 300 254 96.8 241 386 452 DN 150 PN 16 279 147 305 428 493
Class 600 274 96.8 267 396 462 PN 40 305 147 320 441 506
PN 63 356 147 360 464 529
6” Class 150 279 147 305 513 579 PN 100 356 147 360 464 529
Class 300 318 147 324 533 599
Class 600 356 147 375 554 620 DN 200 PN 16 340 194 381 483 548
PN 40 378 194 396 503 568
8” Class 150 343 194 381 572 638 PN 63 419 194 443 523 588
Class 300 381 194 400 592 655 PN 100 419 194 443 523 588
Class 600 419 194 457 612 678
DN 250 PN 40 445 248 411 568 632
10” Class 150 406 250 381 605 671 PN 63 508 248 481 600 664
Class 300 445 250 411 622 691 PN 100 508 248 481 600 664

12” Class 150 483 301 437 643 709 DN 300 PN 40 521 299 459 631 696
Class 300 521 301 462 663 729 PN 63 559 299 513 650 715

(a) Dimension for flowmeter with extended temperature range (Sensor Type Selections “T“ and “C“).
(b) May be used with PN 25 mating flange.
(c) For 3/4” (15 mm) - 4 inch (100 mm) meters, overall length “C“ ± .05” (± 1.3 mm).
For 6” (150 mm) - 12 inch (300 mm) meters, overall length “C“ ± .25” (± 6.4 mm).

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Dimensions-Nominal
(in mm and inches)

VFM 3100 W-T Sandwich Body, compact

Allow 75 mm With display
(3”) clearance
for cover
removal
Terminal Block
Connections

Data
Plate

Power
supply

External Digital
Display display
1/2 NPT
Flange dimensions
in accordance Additional
with DIN 2501 devices
and ANSI B 16.5 in circuit

See Note (a)

Table 16
Dimensions (mm)
Nominal A B C E E(c)
Line Size A.D. I.D.(b)
DN 15 57 018.8 79.5 236 302
3/4”
DN 25 67 024 79.5 246 312
1”
DN 40 86 040 79.5 265 329
11/2”
DN 50 104.6 049.2 79.5 283 340.4
2”
DN 80 136.7 072.9 95.3 318 376
3”
DN 100 (d) 174.5 096.7 121 355 404
4”
DN 150 222 146 178 399 465
6”
DN 200 279 194 229 452 518
8”

(a) Flowmeter body fits between ANSI Class 150, 300, or 600 raised
face flanges and on 50, 80 and 100, PN 10/16, 25/40 and100 flanges
(universal mounting).
(b) Bore equivalent to Schedule 80 pipe.
(c) Dimension for flowmeter with extended temperature range.
(d) PN 16 and PN 40: dimension A 164 mm, dimension E 350 mm,
dimension E (c) 399 mm.

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Dimensions-Nominal
(in mm and inches)

Remote-Mounted Amplifier for use with VFM 3100 F/W-T

Electronics Housing mounted to wall/pipe bracket

with Display
Electronics
housing can
be rotated in Digital Remote
90° increments Display Amplifier
1/2 NPT

Wall/Pipe
Bracket

Allow 75 mm (3”)
clearance for cover
removal (both ends)

Cable up to
15 mm (50 ft)
long. Connects
to junction box.
See next page.

1/2 NPT
for Conduit Vertical or horizontal pipe mounting.
Connection DN 50 or 2 in pipe supplied by user.
U-Bolt clearance holes are 10.34 mm
(0.407”) diameter.

Note
See next page for junction box
mounted to flowmeter body.

Junction box mounted to flowmeter body

1/2 NPT Plug

Tapped for
1/2 NPT conduit Junction box
allow 75 mm
(3 inch) for cover
removal

Cable up to 15 m
(50 ft) long. Connect to
electronics housing.
Shown on Page 1.
Flowtube

VFMB 3100
Flowtube shown

Dimensions “E“ is overall height

of complete VFM 3100 per tables
Note on next page
See next page for junction box
mounted to VFM 3100 body.

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Dimensions-Nominal
(in mm and inches)

VFM 3100 F with metric flanges Table 17 VFM 3100 F with ANSI-flanges Table 19
Dimensions (mm) Dimensions (mm)
Nominal Flange Nominal Flange
Line Size Type E E (a) Line Size Type E E (a)
DN 15 PN 40 254 344 3/4” Class 150 249 340
PN 100 254 344 Class 300 259 351
Class 600 259 351
DN 25 PN 40 262 352
PN 100 275 365 1” Class 150 257 348
Class 300 264 353
DN 40 PN 40 287 376
Class 600 264 353
PN 100 297 386
1 1/2” Class 150 272 363
DN 50 PN 40 (b) 298 387
Class 300 287 376
PN 63 306 395
Class 600 287 376
PN 100 314 403
2” Class 150 279 371
DN 80 PN 40 (b) 325 415
Class 300 287 378
PN 63 333 423
Class 600 287 378
PN 100 341 431
3” Class 150 315 406
DN 100 PN 40 350 446
Class 300 325 417
PN 63 358 454
Class 600 325 417
PN 100 366 462
4” Class 150 348 439
DN 150 PN 16 423 493
Class 300 361 452
PN 40 416 506
Class 600 371 462
PN 63 439 529
PN 100 439 529 6” Class 150 488 579
Class 300 508 597
DN 200 PN 16 460 548
Class 600 528 620
PN 40 476 566
PN 63 500 588 8” Class 150 546 638
PN 100 500 588 Class 300 566 650
Class 600 587 687
DN 250 PN 40 544 632
PN 63 574 664 10” Class 150 508 599
PN 100 574 664 Class 300 526 615
DN 300 PN 40 605 696 12” Class 150 569 660
PN 63 625 715 Class 300 592 681

(a) Dimensions for flowmeter with extended temperature range.

VFM 3100 W Table 18

Dimensions (mm)
Nominal Flange
Line Size Type E E (a)
3/4” DN 15 211 302
1” DN 25 221 312
1 1/2” DN 40 240 329
2” DN 50 250 340.4
3” DN 80 285 376
4” DN 100 (b) 314 404
6” DN 150 375 465
8” DN 200 427 518 (b) PN 16 and PN 40: Dimensions E = 305 mm, E(a) = 399 mm

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Dimensions-Nominal
(in mm and inches)

Remote-Mounted Amplifier for use with VFM 3100 F/W-T, compact

Electronics Housing mounted to Manifold (Valve)

Digital
Display

Flowmeter Body
VFM 3100 F shown
Electronics
Housing
Manifold
Valve
Position
Indicator

Isolation
Manifold
Flowmeter Body
VFM 3100 W shown

see table 21 see table 20 + 22

Manifold with Remote-Mounted Electronics Housing (Amplifier)

Junction
Box

Cable up to 15 mm
(50 ft) long. Connects
to Remote-Mounted
Electronics Housing

Valve
Position
Indicator

Isolation
Manifold
Flowmeter Body
VFM 3100 W shown

see table 21

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VFM 3100 F with metric flanges Table 20 VFM 3100 F with ANSI-flanges Table 22
Dimensions (mm) Dimensions (mm)
Nominal Flange Integral Remote Nominal Flange Integral Remote
Line Size Type E E (a) E E (a) Line Size Type E E (a) E E (a)
DN 15 PN 40 338 403 323 388 3/4” Class 150 343 409 318 384
PN 100 338 403 323 388 Class 300 353 419 328 394
Class 600 353 419 328 394
DN 25 PN 40 356 421 425 490
PN 100 369 434 438 503 1” Class 150 351 417 325 391
Class 300 358 424 333 399
DN 40 PN 40 381 446 450 515
Class 600 358 424 333 399
PN 100 391 456 460 525
1 1/2” Class 150 366 432 340 406
DN 50 PN 40 (b) 391 456 460 525
Class 300 381 447 356 422
PN 63 399 464 468 533
Class 600 381 447 356 422
PN 100 407 472 476 541
2” Class 150 373 439 348 414
DN 80 PN 40 (b) 419 484 488 553
Class 300 381 447 356 422
PN 63 427 492 496 561
Class 600 381 447 356 422
PN 100 435 500 504 569
3” Class 150 409 475 384 450
DN 100 PN 40 451 516 520 585
Class 300 419 485 394 460
PN 63 459 524 528 593
Class 600 419 485 394 460
PN 100 467 532 536 601
4” Class 150 442 508 417 483
DN 150 PN 16 467 562 566 631
Class 300 455 521 429 495
PN 40 510 575 579 644
Class 600 465 531 439 505
PN 63 533 598 602 667
PN 100 533 598 602 667 6” Class 150 582 648 556 622
Class 300 602 668 577 643
DN 200 PN 16 552 617 621 686
Class 600 622 688 597 663
PN 40 572 637 641 706
PN 63 592 657 661 726 8” Class 150 640 706 615 681
PN 100 592 657 661 726 Class 300 660 726 635 701
Class 600 681 747 655 721
DN 250 PN 40 637 702 706 771
PN 63 669 734 738 803 10” Class 150 673 739 577 643
PN 100 669 734 738 803 Class 300 693 759 594 660
DN 300 PN 40 700 765 769 834 12” Class 150 711 777 638 704
PN 63 719 784 788 853 Class 300 732 798 660 726
(a) Dimensions for flowmeter with extended temperature range.

VFM 3100 W Table 21

Dimensions (mm)
Nominal Flange Integral Remote
Line Size Type E E (a) E E (a)
3/4” DN 15 305 371 280 346
1” DN 25 315 381 290 356
1 1/2” DN 40 334 400 309 375
2” DN 50 352 418 319 385
3” DN 80 387 453 354 420
4” DN 100 (b) 424 490 383 449
6” DN 150 468 534 444 510
8” DN 200 521 587 496 562 (b) PN 16 and PN 40: Dimensions E, E(a) = 5 mm shorter

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Pressure Loss. psi

Water Flow Rate, U.S.gpm Figure 4

Pressure Loss. kPsi

Air Flow Rate, L/s Figure 5

Water Flow Rate vs. Pressure Loss at Base Conditions of 15.6 C (60°F)

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Pressure Loss. psi

Air Flow-Rate, U.S.gpm Figure 6

Pressure Loss. kPsi

Air Flow-Rate, L/s Figure 7

Air Flow Rate vs. Pressure Loss at Base Conditions of 15°C and 101 kPa (59°F and 14.7 psi)

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