2920 Float & Tape Transmitter

View accurate level and temperature data at the tank side

and transmit it to the control room

Highlights
• Digital display with capacitive touch control interface provides
inventory information at the tank side and configuration of the
transmitter for all connected devices
• Easy in-service installation - mounts directly to most mechanical
tank gauges, including Varec, L&J and GSI
• Industry Standard Protocols - MODBUS, GPU Bi-Phase Mark,
Mark/Space and L&J
• Integrate ancillary equipment and sensors - supports up to 4 HART
devices and provides an on-board 3-wire RTD temperature input
• Activate alarms or relays with; 2 discrete inputs (as standard), 4
discrete inputs and 4 contact outputs (as option) or 2-4 SPDT cam-
operated switches (as option)
• Approved for hazardous areas: cFMus, ATEX, IECEx

Applications Technical Specifications

The 2920 Float & Tape Transmitter (FTT) provides data from the tank-
side to the control room for use in inventory management Physical
applications. It accurately converts mechanical level measurement
Weight Net 13 lbs (5.9 kg). Shipping 18 lbs (8.2 kg)
from the connected tank gauge, integrates temperature and HART
devices, and provides digital inputs and digital outputs for the Encoder Absolute, capacitive
indication of alarms or drive relays. The built-in display with capacitive
Gearing system Stainless Steel, Direct Drive
touch control interface provides information at the tank side and
allows configuration of the transmitter for all connected devices. Enclosure Explosion proof die-cast aluminium
Rated IP66 (NEMA 4)

Conduit entries 2920 FTT Enclosure: 2 or 3 x 3/4” NPT

(standard configuration uses one entry)
Terminal junction box: 2 x 3/4” NPT

Entries on Display Display 2 x 3/4" NPT

Environmental
System
Communications Operating temperature -13 °F to +185 °F (-25 °C to +85
Power Float & Tape
°C) (cFMus)
Tank Gauge
Temperature -4 °F to +185 °F (-20 °C to +85 °C) (ATEX/
& Transmitter
IECEx)
3-wire RTD
Operating humidity 0 to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Example Tank Gauging System
Limit Switch
Service and Maintenance
2 or 4 SPDT limit 11 amp – 1/3 HP, 125, 250, or 277 VAC
The 2920 FTT is built to perform even in the most demanding of switches
1/2 amp 125 VDC
environments. All electronics are contained within explosion-proof,
NEMA 4x rated enclosures. Utilizing capacitive sensors and precision 1/4 amp 250 VDC
direct-drive gearing, the encoder transmits the level reading
4 amp – 125 VAC Incandescent Lamp Lead
accurately and consistently. This encoder can also read the absolute
measurement, which eliminates the need for a battery back-up and
maintains the correct level reading even after a power outage. Power
Isolated power and communications circuits provide an extra measure
of safety. The self-diagnostic circuit identifies any problems on the Power requirements Standard: 20 to 65 VDC 0.05A
Optional: 40 to 65 / 110 / 220 – 240 VAC
electronic components and isolates the unit to protect the
750 mW nominal, 50/60 Hz
communication loop.
Galvanic Isolation Built in - Both AC and DC

For more information, email sales@varec.com or visit www.tankgauging.com

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Performance Order Codes

Accuracy ± 1/16" (1.58 mm) Approvals
EA Electronics Assembly (No housing)
Repeatability ± 1/16" (1.58 mm) FM cFMus (USA & Canada) - Explosionproof:
Class I, Division 1, Groups C&D T5 -25 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +85 °C
Flameproof, Class I, Zone 1, IIB T5
Functional -25 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +85 °C, NEMA4
AT ATEX IECEx (International) - Flameproof, Zone 1,
Available ranges 0 to 120 ft; 0 to 36 m EX II 2G, Ex d IIB T5 Gb -20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +85 °C Gb; IP66
Note! The available limit switch range is
100 ft (30 M) max. Power Input
1 DC
Field communications GPU Bi-Phase Mark 2 AC
With optical isolation EIA-485/GSI Type MODBUS®
from the micro Mark/Space Communication
controller. L&J Tankway (Pending) MB EIA-485 MODBUS/GSI Type MODBUS
BP GPU Bi-Phase Mark (Enraf)
Temperature RTD input High-accuracy 20-bit analog-to-digital
MS Mark/Space
converter. 3-wire RTD Copper (CU90,
LJ L&J Tankway (L&J)
CU100) or Platinum (PT100).
Limit Switches
Discrete inputs Standard (DC Unit) Option: Two (2) discrete
0 No additional limit switches
Enables connection to inputs.
ancillary devices, such Optional (AC Unit): 4 discrete inputs 1 Two (2) SPDT Limit Switches (18° adjusta-
as switches, pumps or Host Signal: Open/Closed ble dwell, positive activation)1
valves 2 Four (4) SPDT Limit Switches (18° adjust-
able dwell, positive activation)1
Contact outputs Optional (AC Unit): Four (4) software-
Triggers temperature or driven contact outputs Limit Switch Range3
level alarm lights, horns, Host Signal: Open/Closed N Not Applicable2
etc. Ratings: 0.6 A @ 125 Vac, 1 A @ 30 Vdc, A 0-25 ft
0.6 A @ 110 Vdc B 0-50 ft
C 0-100 ft
D 0-7.5 m
Analog 4-20 mA Input E 0-15 m
Internal Load to ground 100 Ω F 0-30 m
Digital Inputs/ Digital Outputs3
Measuring Range 0 to 20 mA
1 2 Digital Inputs
Accuracy ±15 µA (after linearisation and calibration) 2 4 Digital Inputs + 4 Dry Con-
tact Outputs

Analog 4-20 mA Outputs (2) Analog Inputs/Outputs3

N None
Output Current 3.5 to 22 mA A Analog Input (4-20 mA)
B Analog Output
Output Voltage U = 24 V - ILOAD 400 Ω
(2x 4-20 mA)
Output Load Max 500 Ω C Analog Input & Outputs
(4-20mA)
Accuracy ±15 µA (after linearisation and calibration)
HART Inputs/
Outputs (HART Master)3
HART Interface 0 None
1 HART Master I/O
IS (Intrinsically Safe) HART Master for measuring devices
Display Options4
Source Voltage U = 24 V (Typical) A Forward
Facing
Total Imax Startup currents not to exceed 27 mA max
B Backward Facing
Connectable Sensors Typically 4 max, depending on current C Side Facing
consumption (including startup current)
N2920- Complete desig-
1
Ensure a Limit Switch Range option from A to F has been selected. nation
2
Applies only to Limit Switch option 0. Otherwise, select an option from A
to F.
3
The number of junction boxes supplied from the factory depends on the
Communication, number of limit switches, Digital Input/Output, Analog
Input/Output, and HART options selected. Transmitters are supplied with 1-3
junction boxes dependent on the terminal and wiring requirements.
4
Select the appropriate Display Option depending on the tank gauge used.

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