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Section 23

Instrumentation – Barton
Model # 382 & 383 Floco
Positive Displacement
Meters
Table of Contents
Introduction and Objectives……………………………………………………23-2
Introduction.…………..………….………………………………………..Section 1
Installation………………………………………………………………....Section 2
Operation…………………………………………………………………..Section 3
Maintenance and Calibration…………………………………………….Section 4

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Introduction
The section contains information on the Barton Models 382 and 383 Floco
Positive Displacement Meters.

Objectives
After completing this section, you should be able to

• Understand the Specification of the Floco 382 and 383 Meters.

• Understand the workings of Floco 382 and 383 Meters.
• Know how to install and maintain Floco 382 and 383 Meters.

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Barton Model # 382 and 383 Floco

Positive Displacement Meters

SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
1-1. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
ITT Barton Models 382, 383, 382HS, and 383HS Floco Positive Displacement
Meters (see Figure 1-1) measure the flow of a broad range of liquids,
including viscous, corrosive, and abrasive substances. Like all Floco meters,
these models measure flow by separating it into segments of known volume
and then counting the segments. Flow rates from 15 to 250 gallons-per-
minute can be accommodated. Versions of the Models 382 and 382HS are
fitted with either two-inch NPT fittings or with two-inch flanges of various
pressure ratings and face styles. Models 383 and 383HS use similar three-
inch fittings. Two classes of each model are offered to provide 500 psi and
2500 psi pressure ratings. All meter bodies can be coated with an epoxy liner
to improve corrosion resistance.
Four elastomers (Buna-N, Viton, Ethylene-Propylene (EPR), and Neoprene)
are available to cover a broad range of fluid applications. The elastomer
selection covers all O-rings that are wetted by the measured liquid as well as
the sealing surfaces on the meter rotor.
Three bearing materials (carbon, aluminum-bronze, and stainless steel)
assure optimal performance in a variety of corrosive or abrasive
environments. Most internal parts of the meter are made from AISI 316
stainless steel. Wearing surfaces are hard-chrome plated. ITT Barton offers a
wide selection of registers to accommodate most common units of
measurement (barrels, gallons, cubic meters, liters). Resettable models are
offered in both small and large digit styles. A ticket printer and a batch counter
are available for use with the large digit registers. A selection of accessories
enhance the utility of these Floco Meters. Accessories include an automatic
sampling device (Model FRA) and electrical pulse transmitters which provide
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Models 382HS and 383HS are specifically designed for use in hydrogen-
sulfide contaminated environments. All materials comply with
recommendations of Standard MR-01-75 of the National Association of
Corrosion Engineers (NACE) for resistance to sulfide-stress cracking.
The pressure-retaining components of each HS-series meter are individually
certified with regard to composition and hardness to verify compliance with
established standards. Floco Positive Displacement Meters consist of five
basic components: body, bridge, rotor, side plates and register. The fluid
passing through the meter is divided into segments by the blades of the rotor.
Five segments pass through the meter each time the rotor completes a
revolution. Counting the rotor revolutions gives a measure of the fluid volume
(see Figure 1-2).

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Figure 1-2. Internal Components of Model 382 F'loco Meter

Liquid entering the meter is deflected downward by the bridge against the
rotor blades. The force of the liquid on each successive blade causes the
rotor to turn. The liquid between the blades move to the outlet port, where it is
discharged as the bridge reduces the volume of the segmented flow.
The design of the rotor allows solid particles to pass through the meter without
causing damage or malfunction. The rotor magnetically couples to the register
drive shaft, which connects to the register by appropriate calibration gears.
Figures 1-3 through 1-8 show the accuracy and pressure drop of Models
382,383, 382HS and 383HS for liquids of various viscosity.

1-2. SPECIFICATIONS
The specifications and outline dimensions for the Models 382 and 383 Floco
Meters appear in Tables 1-1 and 1-2. All information applies to comparable
versions of the 382HS and 383HS.

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SECTION 2
INSTALLATION
2-1. UNPACKING
All ITT Barton instruments are tested and inspected during manufacture and
prior
to shipment. However, an inspection should be performed at the time of
unpacking to detect any damage that might have occurred during shipment.
The following items items are included in the instrument shipping container: e
Floco Positive Displacement Meter e Installation and Operation Manual Other
Accessories (per individual customer order)

2-2. PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions must be observed for safe and effective
performance of Floco meters.
A. Temperature
The temperature of the metered liquid must be maintained to prevent either
boiling or freezing at the operating pressure. In addition, the elastomeric parts
restrict the operating temperatures to ranges listed in Table 1-1.
B. Pressure
Do not subject the meter to pressures higher than the operating pressure
stamped on the nameplate.
C. Corrosion
The meter body is made from C1030 carbon steel. Most internal parts are
made
from AISI 316 stainless steel. Seals are made from Buna-N, Neoprene,
Ethylene-Propylene, or Viton, as specified. Rotor bearings are made from
carbon graphite, aluminum-bronze or AISI 316 stainless steel, as specified.
Select these materials on the basis of their compatibility with the liquid being
metered.
D. Flow Rate
The Models 382,382HS, 383, and 383HS are designed to meter flows ranging
from 15 to 250 gallons per minute (57 to 946 liters per minute). Although the
maximum flow rate can be exceeded for short periods, prolonged operation at
excessive speed will significantly reduce the life of wearing surfaces.
E. Gases and Vapors
Floco meters are designed for metering only liquids. Gases and vapors
moving
through the meter will cause serious overspeeding and premature failure of
moving parts. If the liquid stream contains entrained gas or vapor, install a gas
eliminator upstream from the meter.
F. Discharge Pressure
Do not discharge the meter to atmosphere. Proper operation requires a back
pressure of at least twice the pressure drop across the meter.

2-3. MOUNTING POSITION

The meter may be mounted either horizontally or vertically. When mounting
horizontally, orient the nameplate upward.

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2-4. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS

The meter(s) shall be loaded free of external loadings. Figure 2-1 through 2-6
illustrate recommended piping configurations for several common
applications.

STARTUP
1. Open bypass valve and block valve. Close isolation valves and prover
connection.
2. Allow sufficient flow through bypass loop to purge vessel and piping of gas
and
debris.
3. Set liquid level control valve to maintain maximum height possible above oil
outlet.
4. Slowly open upstream isolation valve to equalize pressure and charge
Floco P.D. Meter.
5. Slowly open downstream isolation valve to permit meter to operate.
6. Close bypass valve.
Figure 2-1. Horizontal Separator,

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STARTUP
1. Open bypass valve and block valve. Close isolation valves and prover
connection.
2. Allow sufficient flow through bypass loop to purge vessel and flow lines of
gas and debris.
3. Set liquid level control valve to maintain minimum level of 18 inches above
oil outlet.
4. Slowly open upstream isolation valve to equalize pressure and charge the
Floco P.D. Meter.
5. Slowly open downstream isolation valve to permit meter to operate.
6. Close bypass valve.
Figure 2-2. Vertical Separator, Liquid Flow

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STARTUP
1. Close all valves until liquid level has been established in treater.
2. Open both block valves and bypass valves.
3. Allow sufficient flow to purge lines of gas and debris.
4. Set liquid level controls on each side to maintain a minimum height of 6 feet
above liquid outlet.
CAUTION
WATER LEG AND OIL LEG SHOULD BE APPROXIMATELY TWO PIPE
DIAMETERS, OR 4 INCHES OD MINIMUM.
5. Open upstream isolation valves slowly to permit pressure to equalize and to
charge Floco P.D. Meter.
6. Open downstream valves to permit meter to operate.
7. Close bypass valves.
Figure 2-3. Oil Treater, Liquid Flow

STARTUP
1. Open bypass valve and block valve. Close isolation valves and prover
connection.
2. Start pump and set back-pressure valve to control flow rate or back
pressure.
3. Allow sufficient flow through bypass loop to purge flow lines of gas and
debris.
4. Open upstream isolation valve slowly to equalize pressure and charge
Floco P.D. Meter.
5. Open downstream valve slowly to permit meter to operate.
6. Close bypass valve.
Figure 2-4. Flow Line, Liquid Flow

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STARTUP
1. Close prover connection and isolation valves. Open bypass valve and block
valve.
2. Allow sufficient flow through bypass loop to purge the vessel and piping of
excessive gas and debris.
3. Adjust lever arm float controller to open gas valve when liquid falls below
18 inches above oil outlet. Set back pressure valve to correct back pressure.
4. Open upstream isolation valve slowly to equalize pressure and charge the
Floco P.D. Meter.
5. Open downstream isolation valve slowly to permit meter to operate.
6. Close bypass valve.
Figure 2-5. Gas Eliminator, Liquid Flow

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STARTUP
1. Close isolation valves. Open bypass valve and flow control valve.
2. Start pump and allow sufficient flow through bypass loop to purge flow line
of air, gas and debris.
3. Open upstream isolation valve slowly to equalize pressure and charge
Floco P.D. Meter.
4. Open downstream isolation valve slowly to permit Floco meter to operate.
5. Close bypass valve.
6. Set proper flow rate by adjusting flow control valve.
Figure 2-6. Water Injection, Liquid Flow

SECTION 3
OPERATION
3-1. STARTUP PROCEDURES
Procedures for initiating flow through a meter are listed in Figures 2-1 through
2-6 for several common installations. The procedures can be summarized as
follows:
1. Start with isolation valves closed.
2. Permit flow through the bypass for a time sufficient to purge the flow lines
of
gas and other undesirables. During the startup phase, adjust the liquid level
controls (where applicable).
3. Open the isolation valve ahead of the meter slowly to equalize the pressure
across the meter.
4. Open the downstream isolation valve or control valve slowly to allow the
meter
to start operating.
5. Close the bypass valve.
6. Adjust the downstream control valve to obtain proper flow rate through the
meter.

SECTION 4
MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION
4-1. MAINTENANCE
Regular inspection and preventive maintenance of Floco Meters will ensure a
long and trouble-free service life. The following procedure is suggested as a
maintenance program.

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NOTE
This program should be adapted to the type of liquid metered, based on
corrosive and abrasive qualities.

1. Inspect the register assembly semi-annually: all gears should turn freely.
The
assembly should be free of scale and corrosion.
2. If the meter accuracy changes, inspect the rotor assembly. Inspect
specifically
the edges of the hinges and the rotor hub (where a positive seal is required),
for
separation or splitting of the elastomer. Replace the rotor blades, bridge
seals, or end seals if splitting or separation of the elastomer is apparent, or if
portions of the elastomer are missing.
3. Inspect the bearings for excessive wear after 200,000 barrels (32,000 cubic
meters) of metering service. Replace the bearing if the rotor shaft becomes
scored, if bearing surfaces show excessive wear, or if the bearing becomes
out of round.
4. Inspect the bridge semi-annually or whenever the sideplate is removed.
Bridges seldom need replacing unless they become badly scored.
5. Inspect the liners whenever the sideplate is removed. If the liner is worn
excessively, replace with a new liner (refer to Paragraph 4-5 for the repair
procedure). If the liner is only slightly scored, polishing with a fine emery cloth
will restore it to a serviceable condition.
6. Inspect the wearplates whenever the sideplate is removed, or whenever the
meter accuracy varies. If the wearplates show excessive wear (worn through
chrome plating), reverse or replace the plates. Do not confuse a normal wear
pattern with excessive wear, since the rotor will normally wear a pattern on
the
wearplate.
4-2. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
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4-3. PROVING
The Floco Positive Displacement Meter may be calibrated by any one of three
methods: Gravimetric Proving, Volumetric Proving, or Master Meter Proving.

NOTE
Meter proving by any method is basically a laboratory operation, and
should be performed carefully to obtain accurate data and exact
mathematical calculations. For a detailed discussion, refer to American
Petroleum Institute API Standard 1101.

A. Gravimetric Proving
The Gravimetric Proving method is particularly advantageous when the
metered liquid contains paraffin, wax, sand, other solids, or is heavy or
viscous. The Gravimetric Proving method of calibration requires careful
weighing of the quantity of liquid passed through the meter. The net weight of
the metered liquid is converted to volume and corrected for temperature
where necessary. The metered volume is converted to net weight to obtain
the correct meter factor.
B. Volumetric Proving
The Volumetric Proving method requires less mathematical calculating than
does the Gravimetric Proving method and, therefore, requires less time to
perform. However, errors may result if the liquid contains entrained gas or
vapor, solids, paraffins, or other impurities which may adhere to the calibrating
vessel, or if the liquid is viscous.
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calibrated for a known volume. The calibration vessel must be cleaned

thoroughly before and after each use. The metered volume through the meter
is compared to the true volume of the calibrated vessel to obtain the correct
meter factor.
C. Master Meter Proving
The Master Meter method of proving requires installing a meter of known
accuracy into a prover loop. The readings of the production meter (meter
being
calibrated) may then be compared after the test with the readings of the
master meter.
D. Meter Factor Number
A meter factor number can now be determined, using the readings obtained
above. To determine the meter factor number, divide the true (calculated)
volume by the metered volume as in the following equation:

The true volume may then be calculated at any time by multiplying the
metered volume by the meter factor:
Meter Volume x Meter Factor = True Volume

4-4. CALIBRATION
The Model 382 and 383 meters are both calibrated with water at the factory. If
subsequent proving shows a change in the calibration constant, the meter can
be
corrected by changing the calibration gears.
To determine the required correction, compare the TRUE VOLUME of fluid
that
passes through the meter during a proving procedure with the METERED
VOLUME shown on the register. The required correction is:

Select new calibration drive and driven gears so that the percent change in
gear
ratio is as close to the correction as possible. The percent correction obtained
by
changing the calibration gears is equal to

Where DeN = number of teeth in new drive calibration gear

DnN = number of teeth in new driven calibration gear
DeO = number of teeth in old drive calibration gear
DnO = number of teeth in old driven calibration gear

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ITT Barton stocks a variety of drive and driven calibration gears which are
adequate to perform most corrections. The nominal 100% drive and driven
calibration gears are listed in Table 4-2.

4-5. REPAIR PROCEDURES

The following paragraphs present the procedure for the assembly,
disassembly, and parts replacement of the Floco Meter. The numbers in
parentheses (#) correspond to the item numbers in the parts list and the
exploded view presented in Section 5.
A. Body
1. Remove the sideplates (3 & 45) and the rotor assembly (16).
2. Remove the bridge screws (8) and washers (9), using a f/4" Allen wrench.
3. Remove the bridge (15).
4. Pry out the liner wedge (14) with a screwdriver or other sharp instrument.
5. Remove the liner (13). (The liner should slide out of the body freely.)
6. Clean the meter body by removing scale or rust deposits with a wire brush
and emery cloth. Apply a thin coat of rust inhibitor to all machined surfaces.
7. Replace the liner: Attach one sideplate assembly with three bolts, but
without the O-ring. Insert the liner, positioned with its edges equally spaced
from the bridge screws and snug against the sideplate.
8. Insert the two wedges between the bridge screws with the wedge apexes
against the bridge, and the edges against the meter body at the liner edges.
9. Insert the bridge (with the screws very loose).
10. Tighten the three bridge screws evenly until the wedges are slightly
flattened. Check the liner clearance to the sideplate with a 0.0015" to 0.002"
feeler gage. If the feeler gage slides beneath the liner, tap the liner (with a
hardwood or plastic mallet). Tighten the bridge screws until the bridge is snug
against the liner.
11. With the liner wedged in place, remove the bridge and sideplate. Dress
the edges of the liner until they are smooth and flush with the meter body
facings.
12. Replace the bridge, leaving the bridge screws loose. Do not tighten the
bridge screws until the sideplate assemblies are attached and snug. The
sideplates will align the bridge in the correct position when the bridge screws
are tightened.

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13. Replace the body seal O-rings (6).

14. Proceed to further assembly procedure as required.
B. Rotor
1. Inspect all rubber covered parts (some visible wear is normal and will not
affect the accuracy of the meter). If the rubber coating is missing from any
part, replace the part.
NOTE
There are two end seals, five bridge seals, and five rotor blades. Any
one or any number of rubber parts may be replaced without requiring
replacement of all the rubber parts.
2. Inspect for broken springs, broken or missing boots, missing or damaged
rotor blade hinge grommets.
NOTE
The end seals and the bridge seals are removable with a screwdriver.
3. Remove the rotor blades (28) and hinge springs (36).
NOTE
This step requires the use of two screwdrivers and pliers. Loosen one
hinge pin screw (25) approximately four turns. Push the loosened screw
against the rotor, moving the hinge pin sufficiently to permit grasping
the hinge pin screw on the opposite side of the rotor with a plier, and
remove the loosened hinge pin screw. Remove each hinge pin.
4. Remove two socket head screws (20) in each bearing (19) with a 5132-inch
Allen wrench and remove the rotor magnets and the bearings. The stationary
rotor shaft (38) is held in place in the two bearings by the support assembly
(17 & 42) and the shaft (40).
5. Inspect the teflon bushings (35) in the hinge pin holes. All fifteen bushings
must be in place and fit the hinge pin snugly.
6. Inspect the hinge pins for wear. Replace any pin in which the chrome
plating is worn through.
7. Assemble the rotor. Start with the bearings and magnets.
8. Insert the tanged end of the bearing (19) into the rotor until it is flush with
the rotor. Rotate the bearing until both trapped holes are aligned with the
holes in the rotor. Secure in place with two screws (20).
9. Insert the drive magnet (37), grooved end first. The groove in the magnet
shall engage the tang of the bearing sleeve. Insert the second drive magnet
(37) (with the grooved end out) and then the bearing (19). Magnetic
attraction will cause the bearing sleeve to be 90" out of position for
installing the two screws (20). Rotate the bearing and the magnets for
proper screw alignment. Insert the two screws (20). Tighten all four screws
(20).
10. Install the bridge and blade seals (27). Start but do not tighten the four
screws (26).
11. Install the end seals (23 & 24). Start but do not tighten the ten screws
(26).
Seat the screws only sufficiently to center the bridge seals.
12. While holding the bridge seals securely against the machined edge of the
rotor cover, tighten the four bridge seal screws (26).
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14.Assemble one right-hand spring (30) and one left-hand spring (32) with a
moistened grommet (31) placed between the straight legs of the springs.
Place one boot (33) on the end of each spring straight leg. Place one boot
(29) on each spring bent leg.
15. Install four moistened grommets (34) in the legs of the rotor blades, with
the extended ends of the grommets facing each other in each pair of legs.
16. Install two sets of preassembled springs (30 & 32) onto the extended
portion of the rotor blade grommets with the straight portion of the bent legs of
the springs parallel with the rotor blade legs when the boots (33) are resting
on the rotor blade.
17. Install a set of assembly rods (PIN 0382.1046.C and 0382.1048.C) in
each set of legs and springs. Position the rods with the tapered ends entering
the teflon bushings and the shouldered ends of the rods engaging the hinge
pin (36).
18. Grasp the rotor blade with the fingers of one hand, and the spring boots
(29) with the thumb. Wind the springs approximately 180 degrees. Slide the
legs of the rotor blade into the rotor (21) and release the springs. Hold the
rotor blade with one hand while starting the hinge pin (36) into the rotor.
Engage the hinge pin into the shouldered end of the assembly rod and slide
the hinge pin and the assembly rod inward until the assembly rod emerges
through the center teflon bushings and starts to push the next assembly rod
through the outer teflon bushing.
NOTE
It is important that the hinge pin (36) remains in contact with the
assembly rods until the hinge pin is completely in place.
19. Install one screw (25) in each end of the hinge pin, and with two
screwdrivers
(one in each screw) tighten the screws firmly.
20. Repeat steps 10 through 15 until the rotor and seal assembly (22) is
completely assembled.
21. Perform a visual inspection of the rotor and seal assembly before
installing
in the meter body.
a. Each Buna-N or Viton rotor blade (28), when slightly depressed
should be free to move at least 1/32" on each side beyond the end
seals (23 & 24).
b. With the rotor blade centered and resting on the sealing lip, the face
of the rotor blade should not touch the heel of the bridge seal and the
rotor blade should be touching or be within 0.015 to 0.020 of an inch
from touching the sealing lip of the end seals.

C. Magnetic Drive
To disassemble the magnetic rotor and drive assembly (16), proceed as
follows:
1. Remove the sideplate (3 or 45): remove the (right-hand threaded) lock nut
(1) from the support assembly (17), body screws (2), sideplate (3 or 45),
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2. Remove the rotor and seal assembly (22). The remaining sideplate (3 or
45)
may be removed with the center shaft (38) still attached. If the wearplate (5) is
to be replaced or reversed, remove the lock nut (I), support assembly (42) and
the stationary rotor shaft (38) with the sideplate attached to the meter. To
assemble the magnetic rotor and drive assembly, proceed as follows:
3. Place the O-ring (18) onto the support assembly (17) and screw the support
assembly into the stationary rotor shaft (38). Place the wearplate (5) and the
O-ring (4) on the support assembly and insert the assembly into the sideplate
(3). Align the bolt holes in the wearplate with the bolt holes in the sideplate
and attach the plates with the lock nut (1).
4. Install the body O-ring (6). Using the six body bolts (2), attach the above
assembly to the side of the meter farthest from the nameplate.
5. Using both hands to depress the rotor blades, place the rotor assembly (22)
over the stationary rotor shaft (38) and into the meter housing. Rotate the
rotor to ensure that it is placed correctly into the housing and that all five rotor
blades are positioned properly.
6. Position the O-rings (18 & 43) and the worm (44) on the support assembly
(42). Place the magnets (39) on the driven magnet and worm gear shaft (40),
and insert the shaft into the support assembly (42).
7. Screw the support assembly (three or four turns) into the stationary rotor
shaft (38). Rotate and push the worm (44) and shaft (38) until the inner end of
the shaft engages the support assembly (17). Screw the support assembly
(42) fully into the stationary rotor shaft.
8. Check for at least X'' in-and-out play of the drive magnet and worm gear
shaft.
NOTE
Considerable force should be required to cause the magnetic coupling
to slip when the worm gear is twisted manually. Easy slippage of the
magnetic coupling is a sign of a defective magnetic coupling. If this
occurs, replace the magnets. If replacing the magnets does not correct
the problem, replace the complete magnetic drive assembly.

4-6. SELECTION OF REPLACEMENT BEARINGS

Three major considerations are used when evaluating bearing performance:
1. Lubrication (and lubricity of the working fluid).
2. Corrosion resistance of the bearing material.
3. Wear resistance of the shaft and bearing, when used in gritty fluids.

In lubrication-oil service, unless hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is present in

significant quantities, aluminum bronze is an acceptable bearing material.
Stainless steel is preferred for use as a bearing material where hydrogen
sulfide is present.
The bearing areas in the Floco Meters are sealed, and thus protected from
abrasives contained in any flow of working fluid. Thus, any bearings installed
will perform well when used to meter dirty fluids.
Carbonlgraphite bearings should be used in salt water service, where
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4-7. SELECTION OF REPLACEMENT ELASTOMER PARTS

Elastomer parts are identified by a letter molded into the face of the rotor
blades.
The meaning of each letter is as follows:
B Buna-N
E Ethylene-Propylene
N Neoprene
V Viton
The factors affecting the selection of the best elastomer include the operating
temperature, the chemical properties of the metered fluid, and the degree of
abrasiveness of the metered fluid. Some guidelines are presented in the
following paragraphs.
A. Buna - N
A general purpose elastomer, particularly well suited for use with petroleum
products including crude oil; recommended for metering water, silicone oils,
and ethylene-glycol base fluids; good abrasion resistance and excellent
dynamic
properties; useful over a temperature range from -30°F (-34°C) to +200°F
(+93"C).
B. Ethylene-Propylene (EPR)
A general purpose elastomer suited for applications other than petroleum
products; recommended for metering sour water and brine, silicon oils, weak
acids and alkalies, alcohols and ketones; excellent abrasion resistance and
dynamic properties; useful from -30°F (-34°C) to +250°F (+121°C).
C. Neoprene
Useful with many fluids, including combinations of fluids, where Buna-N and
Ethylene-Propylene (EPR) are not recommended; applications include sour
crude oil (cold), refrigerants, high aniline point petroleum oils and mild acids;
good abrasion resistance; usable at temperatures from -30°F (-34°C) to
+250°F (+121°C).
D. Viton
Used for high temperature applications; acceptable for metering petroleum
products including crude oil, di-ester and silicate ester lubricants, silicone
fluids, halogenated hydrocarbons and acids; good abrasion resistance nd
excellent dynamic properties; the operating temperature range extends from -
20°F (-29C) to +300°F (+14g°C).

4-8. TROUBLESHOOTING
If trouble develops, refer to the Troubleshooting Chart, Table 4-3. The table
lists possible problems and their corrective actions. Visual inspection of the
rotor assembly and the magnetic coupling will reveal most causes of
malfunctions in the Floco Meters.

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