Fluidwell F018 Safe Area Flow Rate Totalizer | High Precision

The Fluidwell F018 Safe Area Flow Rate Totalizer is a high-performance indicator designed for applications where extreme accuracy is a priority. This professional-grade totalizer goes beyond standard measurements by offering a 15-point linearization of the flow curve, ensuring precise readings even with flowmeters that exhibit non-linear characteristics.

Description

Advanced Linearization for Unmatched Accuracy

The Fluidwell F018 Safe Area Flow Rate Totalizer is engineered to solve the common problem of flowmeter inaccuracy across varying flow ranges. While many indicators use a fixed K-factor, the F018 allows for 15 linearization points. By interpolating between these points, the device corrects for flowmeter deviations, delivering highly accurate data for both liquid and gas applications.

Rugged Construction for the Toughest Environments

Reliability is built into the hardware. The F018 is housed in a professional-grade enclosure available in GRP, Aluminum, or high-grade Stainless Steel 316L. The housing is designed to be “truck-proof,” capable of withstanding extreme mechanical stress and harsh weather conditions. With IP65, IP67, and NEMA Type 4X ratings, this totalizer is fully protected against heavy rain, snow, abrasive desert dust, and salty coastal atmospheres.

Intelligent Integration and Data Security

This unit is designed to fit seamlessly into existing control systems with its 4-20mA analog output and scaled pulse output. Following the “Know one, know them all” Fluidwell configuration structure, setup is straightforward and intuitive. Furthermore, the F018 prioritizes data integrity; an automatic backup feature stores all configuration settings and running totals in non-volatile EEPROM memory, ensuring no data is lost during power interruptions or battery changes.

Brand

Fluidwell

Fluidwell

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Specifications

  • Signal Inputs: Pulse (Reed-switch, NAMUR, NPN/PNP, Sine wave/Coil) and Active Pulse (3-30V DC).
  • Analog Output: Galvanically isolated, loop-powered 4 – 20mA (passive) or 0-10V DC for flow rate.
  • Pulse Output: One scaled pulse output according to the accumulated total (max 500Hz).
  • Communication: Modbus RTU protocol via RS232 or RS485 (2-wire/4-wire).
  • Power Supply: Long-life Lithium battery, 4-20mA loop-powered, 8-24V AC/DC, or 115-230V AC.
  • Sensor Supply: 3.2, 8.2, 12, or 24V DC.
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F).
  • Protection Rating: IP65, IP67, NEMA Type 4X.

Features

  • 15-point linearization of the flow curve for enhanced measurement precision.
  • Simultaneous display of linearized flow rate, total, and 11-digit non-resettable accumulated total.
  • Robust IP67 / NEMA Type 4X field enclosure suitable for extreme outdoor use.
  • Broad input compatibility: Reed-switch, NAMUR, NPN/PNP, and Sine wave (coil).
  • Analog 4-20mA output and scaled pulse output for remote monitoring.
  • Large 17mm (0.67 inch) high-contrast digits and LED backlight for maximum visibility.
  • Auto-backup of all settings and totals in EEPROM memory.
  • Easy PC configuration via free remote software and specialized communication cable.

Applications

  • High-Precision Blending: Ensuring exact liquid ratios where flowmeter linearity varies with velocity.
  • Oil and Gas Distribution: Reliable tracking of fuel and oil in outdoor loading or transfer stations.
  • Chemical Processing: Utilizing Stainless Steel 316L housings for monitoring in corrosive environments.
  • Water Treatment Facilities: Long-term totalization in humid and weather-exposed safe-area zones.