Flow measurement transmitter− AF1
The inexpensive
measurement transmitter
AIR velocity MEASUREMENT made easy
• High degree of stability and repeatability
• Compact design
• The outputs and measuring ranges can be configured
using DIP switches
• Simple mechanical installation
• Outstanding price/performance ratio
• Ideal for HVAC applications
• Modbus RTU via RS485
Transmi t t e r f o r air v e l o c i t y
T ec h ni c al I n f ormat ion
Air velocity measurement General
The AF1 series is a cost-effective, high-precision and
Device type Transmitter
stable transmitter for measuring air velocity and tempe-
Parameter Air velocity and temperature
rature. The devices have a calorimetric sensor and out-
Range of application 0…50 °C (housing)
standing long-term stability. The measuring range and 0...80 °C (medium)
the output signal can be configured easily and without Storage conditions -20 .. 60 °C
additional software using dip switches. Power supply 8…35 VDC or 12…30 VAC 50/60 Hz
Current Consumption <200 mA
Circuit type 3-wire
Dimensions (in mm)
Mounting position Sensor at 90° angle to flow
Duct version Configuration Via integrated DIP switch
253
105 32
Air flow rate measurement
Measurement technique Calorimetric
70
Measurement range 2 m/s; 5 m/s; 10 m/s; 15 m/s; 20 m/s
70
93
Ø 12
24 Measuring medium Air and non-aggressive gases
220
Accuracy ±3.0 %full-scale
with 23 °C ±3 K, 45 %RH, 1013 mbar
Wall version
105 32
Influence of installation position <3 % of measurement with <10°
Measurement interval 1s
Pressure resistance 10 bar
Subject to technical change without notice. Printing and other errors reserved.
70
Jump response τ90 after 3 s
Temperature measurement
Measuring range 0... 50 °C
Analog Outputs
Number 2
Analog output type 4…20 mA or 0…10 V
Maximum load >10 kΩ (voltage output)
240
Minimum load <500 Ω (current output)
Digital communication
Interface RS-485
Ø 12
Protocol Modbus RTU
Conformity
IP protection IP65
≥10•d
10⋅ ≥5•d CE / EMC compatibility EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
d/2 Housing / Mechanical parts
d Housing material Polycarbonate
Dimensions 105 x 70 x 32 mm
Electrical connections Screw terminals
Cable gland M12 x 1.5 (Ø cable 3…6.5 mm)
Weight Duct version: 165 g
Cable version: 260 g
Would you like more information? A complete overview of the AF1 series can be found at www.rotronic.com
ROTRONIC AG, Grindelstrasse 6, CH - 8303 Bassersdorf, Tel. +41 44 838 11 44, www.rotronic.ch
59051E/2016-10
ROTRONIC Instruments (UK) Ltd, Crompton Fields, Crompton Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9EE, UK, Phone +44 (0)1293 571000, www.rotronic.co.uk
ROTRONIC Instrument Corp, 135 Engineers Road, Hauppauge, NY 11788, USA , Phone, +1 631 427-3898, www.rotronic-usa.com
ROTRONIC Canada Inc., 236 Pritchard Rd, Unit 204, Hamilton, ON, Canada , L8W 3P7, Phone + 1 905 754-5164, www.rotronic.ca
ROTRONIC Instruments Pte. Ltd., 1003 Bukit Merah Central, #06-31 Inno Centre, Singapore 159836, Phone +65 6376 2107, www.rotronic.sg
