LIQUID TURBINE Flow

Meter
User’s Manual
 Content
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................... 1

2.0 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................ 2

3.0 OPERATION CONDITIONS ............................................................................................... 3

4.0 CAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION..................................................

5.0 DIMENSION .......................................................................................................................... 4

6.0 ELECTRICAL WIRING..................................................................................................... 10

7.0 OPERATION AND SETUP .............................................................................................. 176

8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................... 189

9.0 METER CONSTRUCTION .............................................................................................. 190

Warning
When the Flowmeter is installed at explosion hazard field, DON’T remove the
COVERPLATE when the meter is powered. Please make parameter setting at safe filed
prior to installation.

Special Notice
Pictures & Descriptions are for your information only, please refer to the actual product.
Parameters are subjected to changes without notice.
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
This manual will assist you in installing, using and maintaining your turbine flow meter. It is your
responsibility to make that all operators have access to adequate instructions about safe operating
and maintenance procedure.

Warning
For your safety, review the major warnings and cautions below before operating your equipment
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5. During turbine removal, liquid may spill.
1. Use only fluids that are compatible with Follow the liquid manufacturer’s safety
the housing material and wetted components precautions for clean up of minor spills.
of your turbine.
6. Do not blow compressed air through the
2. When measuring flammable liquids, turbine.
observe precautions against fire or explosion.
7. Handle the rotor carefully. Even small
3. When handling hazardous liquids, always scratches or nicks can affect accuracy.
follow the liquid manufacturer’s safety
precautions. 8. When tightening the turbine, use a
w r enc h on l y on t h e wr en ch f l a t s .
4. When working in hazardous environments,
always exercise appropriate safety 9. For best results, calibrate the meter at
precautions. least 1 time per year.

ProdUct Description

LWGY series turbine flow meters have the features: high accuracy, good repeatability, convenient
installation/maintenance, simple structure etc.

Liquid flows through the turbine housing causing an internal rotor to spin. As the rotor spins, an
electrical signal is generated in the pickup coil. This signal is converted into engineering units
(liters, cubic meters, gallons etc.) on the local display where is applicable. Optional accessory
modules can be used to export the signal to other equipment.

Upon receipt, examine your meter for visible damage. The turbine is a precision measuring
instrument and should be handled carefully. Remove the protective plugs and caps for a thorough
inspection. If any items are damaged or missing, contact

Make the turbine flow model meets your specific needs. For your future reference, it might be
useful to record this information on nameplate in the manual in case it becomes unreadable on the
turbine. Refer to the nameplate for your customized product’s specification.

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2.0 SPECIFICATIONS
Performance
Repeatability: ±0.2%
Accuracy: Standard: ±1% of reading;
Optional: ±0.5% of reading

Wetted Components
Housing: Standard - 304 Stainless Steel
Optional - 316 Stainless Steel
Bearings and Shaft: Tungsten Carbide
Rotor: Standard - 2Cr13 Stainless Steel
(Optional Alloy CD4Mcu)
Retaining Rings: 316 Stainless Steel

OUTPUT Signal: (Where applicable)

Sensor: Pulse signal (Low Level: ≤0.8V; High Level: ≥8V)
Transmitter: 4 to 20 mA DC current signal

Signal Transmission Distance: ≤1,000 m

Electrical Connections:
Basic Type: Hausman Connector or three-core cable
Explosion Proof Type: ISO M20×1.5 Female

Explosion Proof Level:

Standard: None
Optional: ExdIIBT6

Protection Level: IP65

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3.0 OPERATION CONDITIONS
Ambient:
Temperature: -10°C to +55°C
Pres: 86 to 106 KPa
Relative Humidity: 5% to 90%
Power SUpply:
Sensor: +12V DC (Optional: +24V DC)
Transmitter: +24V DC
Integral 3.2V Lithium Battery
Field Display Type B:
(Others available on request)
Field Display Type C: +24V DC
FlUid TempeRATUre and Pres:
Temperature: -20°C to +110°C
Pres: Fluid press should be limited according to rating.

MeasUrable Flow Rate Range and Pres Level: (See table 1)

Table 1. Measurable Flow Rage Range and Pres Rating
Standard Extended
Nominal Standard Pres Customized Pres
Flow Range Flow Range
Diameter Rating Rating
(SFR) (EFR)
(mm) (in.) (m3/h) (m3/h) (MPa) (MPa) - Flange Fitting
4 0.15 0.04 to 0.25 0.04 to 0.4 Thread: 6.3 12, 16, 25
6 0.25 0.1 to 0.6 0.06 to 0.6 Thread: 6.3 12, 16, 25
10 0.4 0.2 to 1.2 0.15 to 1.5 Thread: 6.3 12, 16, 25
15 0.5 0.6 to 6 0.4 to 8 Thread: 6.3; Flange: 2.5 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
20 0.75 0.8 to 8 0.45 to 9 Thread: 6.3; Flange: 2.5 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
25 1 1 to 10 0.5 to 10 Thread: 6.3; Flange: 2.5 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
32 1.25 1.5 to 15 0.8 to 15 Thread: 6.3; Flange: 2.5 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
40 1.5 2 to 20 1 to 30 Thread: 6.3; Flange: 2.5 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
50 2 4 to 40 2 to 40 Flange: 2.5 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
65 2.5 7 to 70 4 to 70 Flange: 2.5 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
80 3 10 to 100 5 to 100 Flange: 2.5 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
100 4 20 to 200 10 to 200 Flange: 1.6 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16, 25
125 5 25 to 250 13 to 250 Flange: 1.6 2.5, 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16
150 6 30 to 300 15 to 300 Flange: 1.6 2.5, 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16
200 8 80 to 800 40 to 800 Flange: 1.6 2.5, 4.0, 6.3, 12, 16

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4.0 CAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
MOUNTing Positions
Turbine flow meters should be installed at the place in compliance with the requirements below:
 Easy maintenance  No electromagnetic interface
 No vibration  Away from heat source

MOUNTing Orientation

All turbine flow meters are designed to mea flow in only one direction. The direction is
indicated by the arrow on the body.

ReQUired Lengths of Straight RUns

Flow altering device such as elbows, valves and reducers can affect accuracy. See diagram 1 for
typical flow meter system installation.

Diagram 1. Typical Flow Meter System Installation

The recommended guidelines are given to enhance accuracy and maximize performance.
Distance given here are minimum requirements; double them for desired straight pipe lengths.

• Upstream: allow a minimum straight pipe length at least 10 times the internal diameter of
the pipe. For example, with the 50mm pipe, there should be 500mm of straight pipe
immediately upstream. Desired upstream st raight pipe length is 1000mm.
• Downstream: allow a minimum straight pipe length at least 5 times the internal diameter of
the pipe. For example, with the 50mm pipe, there should be 250mm of straight pipe
immediately upstream. Desired upstream straight pipe length is 500mm.

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See diagram 2 for straight pipe length requirement when there is altering device.

Diagram 2. Number of Pipe Diameter (D=Diameter)

Warning: Precaution for direct sunshine and rain when the meter is installed outside.

Anti-Cavitation
Cavitation can be caused by entrained air, and it can seriously damage the rotor on a turbine flow
meter. An amount higher than about 100 mg/l of entrained air or gas can produce error. In addition,
cavitation can be caused by too little backpres on the flow meter. For turbine flow meters, you
should provide a backpres (downstream pres) of at least 1.25 times the vapor pres, p l u s 2 t i m
es the pres drop through the flow meter. See formula 1.

Formula 1: Pb ≥ 1.25×Pv + 2× (Pin – Pout)

In formula 1: (Pb: Back pres; Pv: Vapor Pres; Pin: Inlet Pres; Pout: Outlet Pres)

Create backpres by installing a control valve on the downstream side of the meter at the proper
distance detailed above.

Special Notice
 Foreign material in the liquid being mead can clog the meter’s rotor and adversely affect
accuracy. If this problem is anticipated or experienced, install screens to filter impurities f
ro m i nco ming l i quids .

 To en accurate meament, drain all air from the system before use.

 When the meter contains removable coverplates. Leave the coverplate installed unless
accessory modules specify removal. Don’t remove the coverplates when the meter is
powered, or electrical shock and explosion hazard can be caused.

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Thread Connections
1. To protect against leakage, seal all threads with an appropriate sealing compound. Make the
sealing compound does not intrude into the flow path.
2. Make the arrow on the outlet is pointed in the direction of the flow.
3. Tighten the turbine onto the fittings. Use a wrench only on wrench flats.

Flange Connections
For standard product, the flange follows GB/T 9119-2000 (ISO 7005-1) RF (Raised Face).
Note: flange can be customized following other criterias.
Use a gasket between the meter flange and mating flange. Determine the material of the gasket
based on the operating conditions and type of fluid.
Note: Do not over tighten the flange bolts. This may cause the gasket to be compressed into the
flow stream and may decrease the accuracy of the meter.

5. INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS
Thread or flange connection is used according to different flow models.

Thread connection dimensions

DN4-DN10 DN15-DN50
( straight section is included)

H(mm)
Diameter L Pulse 4-20mA G male
Pulse Intelligent
(mm) (mm) Type Type with Display Type
Thread
Type
with Ex. Ex
4 225 140 145 145 210 G1/2
6 225 140 145 145 210 G1/2

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 10 345 145 150 145 210 G1/2
15 75 145 150 150 215 G1
20 80 150 155 155 220 G1
25 100 155 160 160 225 G1-1/4
32 140 175 180 180 245 G2
40 140 180 185 180 250 G2
50 150 185 190 190 255 G2-1/2

Notice： The straight section is included for DN4-DN10, but not DN15-DN50

Flange connection

H(mm)

Diameter L D K Pulse 4-20mA Intelligent d Press.

Pulse n
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Type with Type with Display (mm) Rate
Type
Ex. Ex Type

15 75 95 65 175 180 180 245 14 4

20 80 105 75 185 190 190 255 14 4
25 100 115 85 200 195 195 260 14 4
2.5Mpa
32 140 140 100 210 215 215 275 18 4
40 140 150 110 195 220 220 285 18 4
50 150 165 125 230 235 235 295 18 4
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 65 170 185 145 255 260 260 325 18 4
80 200 200 160 260 265 265 330 18 8
100 220 220 180 285 285 285 350 18 8
1.6Mpa
125 250 250 210 310 315 315 380 18 8
150 300 285 240 345 345 345 410 22 8
200 360 340 295 395 400 400 465 22 12

Wafer Connection

H(mm)

Diameter L D 4-20mA
Pulse Type
(mm) (mm) (mm) Pulse Type Type with Intelligent Display Type
with Ex.
Ex

4 50 38 145 215
6 50 38 145 215
10 50 38 145 215
15 55 47 155 220
20 60 53 160 X 225
25 60 58 165 230
32 70 66 170 240
40 70 72 180 245
50 70 92 195 260
65 80 100 205 210 210 275
80 90 112 220 225 225 290
100 100 137 245 250 250 310
125 120 165 270 275 275 340
150 150 190 295 300 300 365

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 200 150 243 350 350 350 415

Sanitary Connection

H(mm)
Diameter L D A B b
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) 4-20mA Intelligent
Pulse Pulse Type
Type with Display
Type with Ex.
Ex Type
4 4 145 150 150 210
6 50 6 145 150 150 210
10 10 145 150 150 210
15 50.5 46 40.5 15 155 160 160 225
20 100 20 160 160 160 225
25 25 160 165 165 230
32 120 32 165 165 165 230
40 140 64 59 110 40 175 180 180 245
50 150 78 73.5 125 50 185 190 190 255
65 170 91 86 145 65 205 205 205 270
80 200 106 100.5 160 80 215 220 220 285
100 220 119 113 180 100 235 240 240 305

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6.0 ELECTRICAL WIRING
Warning: Electrical Hazard
Disconnect power before beginning installation.

TURbine Flow Sensor/Transmitter

 1. Pulse Type without Explosion Proof

Terminal wiring
Terminal Symbols Description
Red Wire ● Power Supply: “24V+”
White Wire ● Power Supply: “24V-”
Yellow Wire ● Pulse Output

 2. Pulse with Explosion Proof:

NPN
DC24V
RL

Notice: (1) High level amplitude >22V

(2) Low level amplitude<0.8V
(3) Load capacity>1100Ω
(4) Pulse frequency≤3000Hz

 3. 4-20mA Output with Explosion Proof Type

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 +A DC24V

-B + mA -
4-20 mA

Notice: Load resistor is <500Ω

 4. Function table for the Intelligent display type

Outp ut

Current
Main Power Display Scaled
Pu lse Modb us
Pulse
*1 2-wire 3-wire 4-wire 4-wire RS485
*2
4~20 mA 4-20 mA 0 -20m A 4~20m A

Battery*3

24V DC

24V DC+Battery*4

220Vac

Description of the symbols: Default Function Optional

Notice:
1. The pulse means the signal which is in direct proportion to the impeller speed.
2. The scaled Pulse means the signal when the flow rate reach ONE unit volume( m3, L,
0.01L…)
3. The batter model is ER34615
4. The battery model is ER26500

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4.1 24V DC powered type

Battery (Optional)
Grounding Switch

DIP Switch

Terminal Configuration

Terminal Terminal
Description
No. Symbols
1 GND 24V- DC Power Supply
2 24V 24V+ DC Power Supply
3 Lout- Current Output 4 to 20 mA DC (-)
4 Lout+ Current Output 4 to 20 mA DC (+)
5 GND 24V- DC Power Supply
6 -FOUT F-OUT: Pulse output
7 485A RS485-
8 485B RS485+

4.1.1 Pulse / Scaled Pulse output

PNP
24V
DC24V
Fout

GND

Notice: (1) High level amplitude >22V

(2) Low level amplitude<0.8V
(3) Load capacity>1100Ω
(4) Pulse frequency≤3000Hz
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 4.1.2 (2 Wire) 4-20mA Output

Iout+ DC24V

Iout- +mA -
4-20mA

4.1.3 (3 Wire) 4-20mA Output

24V
DC24V
GND
4-20mA
Iout- mA
+

4.1.4 (3 Wire) 0-20mA Output

24V
DC24V
GND
0-20mA
Iout- mA
+

Notice: Load resistor is <500Ω

4.1.5 RS485 communication

24V

485A
DC24V
485B

GND

Notice: The communication format is Modbus-RTU protocol

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4.2 220Vac powered type

Grounding Switch

DIP Switch

Terminal Configuration

Terminal Terminal
Description
No. Symbols
1 L AC 220V Power Supply
2 N AC 220V Power Supply
3 Lout- Current Output
4 Lout+ Current Output
5 GND Current / Pulse output -
6 FOUT FOUT: Pulse output
7 485A RS485-
8 485B RS485+

4.2.1 Pulse / Scaled Pulse output

PNP 24V
DC24V
Fout

GND

Notice: Three conditions are necessary for pulse output

High level amplitude >22V

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 Low level amplitude<0.8V
Load capacity>1100Ω
Pulse frequency≤3000Hz

4.2.2 (4 Wire) 4-20mA Output

AC24V

GND
4-20mA mA
Iout-

4.2.3 (4 Wire) 0-20mA Output

AC24V

GND
0-20mA mA
Iout+

4.2.4 RS485 communication

L
AC24V
~
N
485A A
485B
B

4.2.5 Function table for

DIP Switch: K1
Function 1 2 3
Original Pulse Output ON OFF OFF
Scaled Pulse Output: 1 m 3 / Pulse OFF ON OFF
Function Reserved OFF OFF ON

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7.0 Parameter set
Electrical Interface
LCD Display

Panel

Buttons Explosive-proof Shell

Grounding
Display panel

7.1 There are foUr keys: "Enter"、"→"、"↑"、"Esc"。

KEYS Description
Enter Save the value and advance to next menu
→ For numerical values, move cursor position
↑ To change number unit, setting
Esc Return to measuring model

7.2 Description of Password Grade

Password Description
1234 Modify parameters
5555 Total rate reset

7.3 Description of menU

Setting
Menu Parameter Grade Description
Method
Value Flow Unit Total Flow Unit
0 M3/h M3
1 L/h L
Select 2 L/min L
F-1 Unit User
parameter 3 US Gal/min US Gal
4 UK Gal/min UK Gal
5 US Gal/h US Gal
6 UK Gal/min UK Gal
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 7 KG/h Kg
8 t/h T
9 Ft3/h Ft3
Unit: Second
F-2 Damp time Input value User
Value: 0~99s
F-3 Max flow rate Input value User Unit: The same to the F-1
When the flow rate lower than min flow rate, the flow rate
F-4 Min flow rate Input value User
will display 0; The unit is the same to the F-1
F-5 Max frequency output Input value User Accuracy: 0.1Hz
When need to display mass unit, it needs to input the
F-6 Density Input value User
density of liquid. The unit of density is g/cm3
Select 1: Original pulse output
F-7 Pulse output User
parameter 2: Corrected pulse output
0.001: 0.01 unit volume / pulse
0.01:0.01 unit volume / pulse
Select
F-8 Scaled pulse User 0.1: 0.1 unit volume / pulse
parameter
1: 1 unit volume / pulse
10: 10 unit volume/ pulse
The value is between 0005-2000 range, and it’s multiple
F-9 Pulse width Input value User
of 5 with ms unit;
Select Address: 1-247
F-10 Communication User
parameter Baud rate: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200
N( No verify)
O( Odd verify)
Select
F-11 Baud User E( Even verify)
parameter
Data length: 7,8
Stop bits length: 1,2
F-12 Total flow Input value User It could be modified with right code
Linearization of the Factory First Row: Corrected Frequency (F1) without decimal, F1
P1 Input value
Flowcurve: point 1 only Second Row: Coefficient error with (K1) six decimals
Linearization of the Factory First Row: Corrected Frequency (F2) without decimal, F1
P2 Input value
Flowcurve: point 2 only Second Row: Coefficient error with (K2) six decimals
Linearization of the Factory First Row: Corrected Frequency (F3) without decimal,
P3 Input value
Flowcurve: point 3 only Second Row: Coefficient error with (K3) six decimals
Linearization of the Factory First Row: Corrected Frequency (F4) without decimal,
P4 Input value
Flowcurve: point 4 only Second Row: Coefficient error with (K4) six decimals
Linearization of the Factory First Row: Corrected Frequency (F5) without decimal,
P5 Input value
Flowcurve: point 5 only Second Row: Coefficient error with (K5) six decimals
Linearization of the Factory First Row: Corrected Frequency (F6) without decimal,
P6 Input value
Flowcurve: point 6 only Second Row: Coefficient error with (K6) six decimals
Linearization of the Factory First Row: Corrected Frequency (F7) without decimal,
P7 Input value
Flowcurve: point 7 only Second Row: Coefficient error with (K7) six decimals
Linearization of the Factory First Row: Corrected Frequency (F8) without decimal,
P8 Input value
Flowcurve: point 8 only Second Row: Coefficient error with (K8) six decimals
First Row: Corrected Frequency with one decimal,
Factory
P9 Coefficient Input value Second Row: Coefficient error with two decimals, unit :
only
/L, K

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8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Probable Cause Solution
Meament is not
1. Turbine operated below Increase flowrate. Refer to
accurate
minimum rate. Section 3.0 Operation Conditions

2. Turbine partially clogged with Remove turbine. Clean carefully.

dried liquid Make rotor spins freely.

Install correctly. Refer to Section

3. Installed too close to fittings.
5.0 Cautions for Installation
LCD Display 1. Battery Power Type: Bad
Abnormity Open back cover and repower the
contact on the connector between
flow meter
battery and PCB

2. DC Power Type: supply Check and en power supply is

voltage is abnormal 24V DC

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9.0 METER CONSTRUCTION

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