Bulletin F-PFT

Series PFT Paddlewheel Flow Sensor

By Dwyer Specifications - Installation and Operating Instructions

1/2˝ NPT

Ø2-1/2
[63.50]

19.500
MAX

7-29/32
3-13/16 [200.94]
[96.84]

2-25/64
[60.72]
1-1/2˝ NPT
2˝ HEX 5.000 Ø1.125
PFT-IAN-B111-S PFT-HDN-S611-S PFT-HDN-B611-S [50.80] MAX
shown with shown with
A-PFT-HKIT-SS A-PFT-HKIT

The Series PFT Paddlewheel Flow Sensor is used to monitor liquid flow rates in SPECIFICATIONS
pipes from 1-1/2 to 40˝ (40-1016 mm). The unit has one size-adjustable sensor. A Service: Water-based fluids.
square wave output signal is generated with frequency proportional to flow velocity. Range: 1.2 to 25 ft/s (0.37 to 7.62 m/s).
Wetted Materials: Body and fitting: Brass or 316 SS; Fitting o-ring: FKM standard,
OPERATING PRINCIPLE silicone or Buna-N optional; Impeller: 316 SS; Shaft: Tungsten carbide standard or
The PFT uses inductive sensing to sense the blades of the impeller as they rotate. 316 SS optional; Bearing: PTFE standard.
The sensor technology is non-magnetic, allowing for low flow rate monitoring and Linearity: ±1.0% of full range.
eliminating concerns regarding magnetic material in the process media. Repeatability: ±0.5% of full range.
Temperature Limits: -40 to 212°F (-40 to 100°C).
MODEL CHART Pressure Limits: 400 psig (27.6 bar) @ 100°F (37.8°C), 325 psig (22.4 bar) @
Example PFT -I D N -B 1 1 1 -S -ST PFT-IDN-B111-S-ST 212°F (100°C).
Process Connection: 1-1/2˝ NPT male standard, 2˝ NPT male optional; Isolation
Series PFT Paddlewheel flow sensor valve option available with 1-1/2˝ connection (model selectable).
Style I Insertion Output: Pulse: NPN open collector with square wave output, rated 60 V @ 50 mA
H Hot-tap insertion maximum. Frequency: 3.2 to 200 Hz. Pulse width: 2.5 msec ±25%. 4-20 mA: 4 mA
is 0 ft/s, 20 mA is 25 ft/s.
Output D 600UA/40 MA 2.5 MS pulse Power Requirement: 10-35 VDC.
A Analog 4-20 mA transmitter Power Consumption: 40 mA (max.).
Approvals N None Electrical Connection: 22 AWG shielded UL type PTLC rated 105°C, 20´ (6.1
Body B Brass body m) long with cable gland. Can be extended up to 2000´ (609 m) with similar
Material S 316 SST body cable. Optional UL listed burial rated cable.
Enclosure Rating: NEMA 6P (IP67)*.
Mounting 1 1-1/2˝ male NPT mounting Housing Materials: Brass or 316 SS.
2 2˝ male NPT mounting Weight: 3 lb.
3 1-1/2˝ male BSPT mounting Agency Approvals: CE.
4 2˝ male BSPT mounting
5 1-1/2˝ male NPT hot tap with *Brass units IP67 only.
valve
6 1-1/2˝ male NPT hot tap without
valve
7 1-1/2˝ male BSPT hot tap with
valve
8 1-1/2˝male BSPT hot tap without
valve
O-Ring 1 FKM fluoroelastomer
Material 2 Silicone (FDA approved)
3 Buna-N
Wetted 1 Tungsten-carbide shaft, 316 SS
Materials impeller, PTFE bearing
2 316 SS shaft, 316 SS impeller,
PTFE bearing
Electrical S 22 GA shielded wire, 20 ft (6.1 m)
Connection B 18 GA UL listed burial rated, 4 ft
(1.2 m)
Options ST Stainless steel tag

W.E. ANDERSON A DIVISION OF

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, INC. Phone: 219/879-8000 www.dwyer-inst.com
P.O. BOX 373 • MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA 46360, U.S.A. Fax: 219/872-9057 e-mail: [email protected]
INSTALLATION Connecting Sensor to Fitting
For hot-tap installation, use a 1-3/8˝ (35 mm) hole saw bit to create the opening for
installation of the 1-1/2˝ full port ball valve.
NOTICE Ensure that the process fluid is compatible with the wetted
materials. It is recommended to use a weld-on or saddle female fitting with 1-1/2˝ or 2˝ NPT
connection, depending on the sensor model. Use proper pipe sealant on sensor
threads. When threading the sensor into the fitting use the wrench flats on the bottom
WARNING Do not exceed the maximum device ratings. of the housing to prevent damage to the sensor.

The sensor must be aligned with the direction of flow. In order to align the sensor
CAUTION Ensure that the system is not pressurized before installing or properly, insert the 7/64 allen key into the alignment hole. Then, thread the sensor into
removing this device or other objects from the system. The device the fitting, ensuring that the allen key is pointing downstream in the direction of flow.
and/or object may become a projectile.
Note: Do not turn the allen key and loosen the screw in the alignment hole.

Fitting Position Sensor Height

Bubbles, turbulence, and sediments will cause improper operation. For best operation, The sensor must be installed so that the impeller shaft is located 10% inside the
mount 30° to 150° off vertical on horizontal runs (see Figure 1). Allow a straight run pipe ID. To install properly the sensor install height, “H” shown in Figure 2, must be
of at least 10 pipe diameters upstream and 5 pipe diameters downstream to insure calculated and used. Table 2 on page 3 in this instruction manual has “H” dimensions
optimal flow measurement. See Table 1 for recommendations for other mounting for standard pipe materials and sizes.
requirements.
If your application pipe is not listed in Table 2 it will need to be calculated with the
following procedure:
1. Using a ruler measure the pipe ID and the pipe wall thickness.
Pipe Wall Thickness:_______ Pipe ID:_______
2. Use the following equation to figure “H”:
For Standard PFT:
H = 5.85 – Pipe Wall Thickness – (0.10 x Pipe ID)
Upstream Item Upstream Diameters Needed H = _____
Flange 10
Reducer 15 For PFT hot tap:
Valve/Pump 50 H = 11.85 – Pipe Wall Thickness – (0.10 x Pipe ID)
90° Elbow 20 H = _____

Table 1: Fitting location Once “H” is known, adjust the sensor so that “H” is the distance from the bottom of the
sensor flange to the top of the pipe. The insertion height of the sensor is adjustable by
loosening the top and bottom nuts on the sensor flange and then moving the sensor
flange up or down as needed.
30 ∞ 30 ∞
Final Sensor Alignment
The sensor must be aligned with the direction of flow. Insert the supplied 7/64 allen key
BUBBLES into the set hole in the side of the hex hole plug. Based on the initial installation, the set
[AVOID] hole should already be roughly aligned with the process flow.

If necessary, make final alignment adjustments by loosening the three 3/32˝ set screws
around the sensor flange with the supplied allen key.

OK OK Once the set screws are loosened, replace the allen key in the alignment hole and
rotate the sensor in line with the downstream flow. The sensor can be rotated ±60°.

Note: Do not turn the allen key to loosen the screw in the alignment hole.

SEDIMENTS Once final alignment is made, tighten the screws in the sensor flange and tighten the
[AVOID] height adjustment nuts.

CAUTION Be careful not to damage the signal wire during installation.

30 ∞ 30 ∞
NOTICE Do not remove or unscrew the hex hole plugs.
Figure 1: Mounting orientation

BOTTOM OF
SENSOR FLANGE
ALIGNMENT ROD

[2] 3/32 HEX DRIVE

H ALIGNMENT SET SCREWS
[DO NOT REMOVE]
PIPE

DIRECTION OF FLOW

Figure 2: Sensor install height

CALIBRATION TABLES AGENCY APPROVALS AND TEST STANDARDS
The PFT uses K factors for calibration. See Table 2 in this instruction manual for K CE: CENELEC EN 55011: 2006
factors based on pipe type and size used in the application. CENELEC EN 61326-1: 2006
IEC 61000-4-2: 2008
For 4-20 mA output version use the following equation to convert to flow rate. IEC 61000-4-3: 2006
IEC 61000-4-4: 2004
q = (I-4) x K IEC 61000-4-5: 2005
IEC 61000-4-6: 2006
Nomenclature: CENELEC EN 55022: 2006
q = Liquid volumetric flow rate 2004/108/EC EMC DIRECTIVE
I = Transmitted mA output
K = K - factor. If use GPM/mA then q will be in U.S. GPM. If use LPM/mA then q will Note: For 4-20 mA output models only under the 10 V/M RF field as specified in
be in LPM. IEC 61000-4.3, linearity may be as high as ±3.7%. Under normal ambient conditions
linearity is ±1%.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

Pulse Output Wiring Inspect and clean wetted parts at regular intervals. Disassembly or modifications
The PFT has a NPN open collector output. The output rating is 60V @ 50 mA maximum. made by the user will void the warranty and could impair the continued safety of the
Typical wiring to a PLC or counter is shown in Figure 3 and Figure 4. product. If repair is required obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number
When wiring to a counter, select the Power Supply voltage and Dropping Resistor and send the unit, to the address below. Please include a detailed description of the
according to the counter’s instructions and make sure the Power Supply is within the problem and conditions under which the problem was encountered.
10-35 VDC specification of the PFT.
To insure noise immunity, wire the shield conductor to an earth ground. Dwyer Instruments, Inc.
Attn: Repair Department
POWER SUPPLY 102 Indiana Hwy 212
24 VDC Michigan City, IN 46360
+
- TYPICAL PLC HIGH SPEED PARTS
PFT COUNTER INPUT P-PFT-KITA: Contains impeller, PTFE bearings, cage bearing set screws, tungsten
RED + carbide shaft
+ PWR
OUT WHITE P-PFT-KITB: Contains impeller, PTFE bearings, cage bearing set screws, 316SS shaft

COM BLACK
- -

Figure 3

POWER SUPPLY
+
-
PULL UP
PFT RESISTOR
RED
+ PWR
OUT WHITE
+
COUNTER WITH
-
COM BLACK - LOGIC LEVEL INPUT

Figure 4
To replace any existing non-Dwyer flow sensors, the PFT can also be wired in a two-
wire pulse output, 600 μA / 40 mA configuration with the red and black leads only. Unit
needs 600 μA of power and produces 40 mA 2.5 ms pulses. Consult factory for details.

4-20 mA Output Wiring

POWER SUPPLY
+
-

RED
4-20 mA +
LOOP
BLACK +
-
-
RECEIVER
WHITE - NO CONNECTION

Figure 5
Table 2: “H” Dimension and K Factor

Sch 40 Plastic Pipe Per ASTM-D-1785 Sch 80 Plastic Pipe Per ASTM-D-1785
Pulse Output Current Output Pulse Output Current Output
Height for K-FACTOR K-FACTOR Height for K-FACTOR K-FACTOR
Pipe Height Hot Tap PULSES/ PULSES/ K-FACTOR K-FACTOR Pipe Height Hot Tap PULSES/ PULSES/ K-FACTOR K-FACTOR
Size “H” Version “H” U.S.Gallon LITER GPM/mA LPM/mA Size “H” Version “H” U.S.Gallon LITER GPM/mA LPM/mA
1.5 5.537 11.537 56.55 14.941 9.691 36.68 1.5 5.49 11.49 63.36 16.740 8.330 31.53
2 5.482 11.482 38.16 10.082 16.05 60.76 2 5.428 11.428 43.23 11.421 13.99 52.96
2.5 5.391 11.391 28.37 7.495 24.57 93.01 2.5 5.328 11.328 32.31 8.536 20.04 75.86
3 5.317 11.317 18.09 4.779 35.38 133.9 3 5.246 11.246 20.53 5.424 31.37 118.8
3.5 5.258 11.258 13.25 3.501 47.38 179.4 3.5 5.18 11.18 14.97 3.955 42.30 160.1
4 5.199 11.199 10.07 2.661 61.12 231.5 4 5.114 11.114 11.33 2.993 54.81 207.5
5 5.075 11.075 6.13 1.620 96.25 364.4 5 4.975 10.975 6.85 1.810 86.89 328.9
6 4.95 10.95 4.07 1.075 139.1 526.6 6 4.821 10.821 4.60 1.215 120.7 457.0
8 4.715 10.715 2.20 0.581 241.3 913.4 8 4.564 10.564 2.45 0.647 218.8 828.3
10 4.465 10.465 1.32 0.349 380.6 1441 10 4.272 10.272 1.47 0.388 344.5 1304
12 4.231 10.231 0.89 0.235 540.6 2046 12 3.993 9.993 1.00 0.264 487.7 1846

Sch 5S Stainless Steel Pipe Per ANSI B36.19 Sch 10S Stainless Steel Pipe Per ANSI B36.19
Pulse Output Current Output Pulse Output Current Output
Height for K-FACTOR K-FACTOR Height for K-FACTOR K-FACTOR
Pipe Height Hot Tap PULSES/ PULSES/ K-FACTOR K-FACTOR Pipe Height Hot Tap PULSES/ PULSES/ K-FACTOR K-FACTOR
Size “H” Version “H” U.S.Gallon LITER GPM/mA LPM/mA Size “H” Version “H” U.S.Gallon LITER GPM/mA LPM/mA
1.5 5.608 11.608 47.36 12.513 11.98 45.35 1.5 5.573 11.573 51.64 13.643 10.82 40.96
2 5.56 11.56 31.98 8.449 19.27 72.95 2 5.525 11.525 34.55 9.128 17.82 67.46
2.5 5.496 11.496 23.03 6.085 29.00 109.8 2.5 5.467 11.467 24.38 6.441 26.55 100.50
3 5.434 11.434 14.90 3.937 42.38 160.4 3 5.404 11.404 15.63 4.129 40.64 153.84
3.5 5.384 11.384 11.03 2.914 56.21 212.8 3.5 5.354 11.354 11.51 3.041 54.06 204.6
4 5.334 11.334 8.45 2.232 71.83 271.9 4 5.304 11.304 8.77 2.317 69.39 262.7
5 5.206 11.206 5.33 1.408 109.2 413.4 5 5.187 11.187 5.44 1.437 107.3 406.2
6 5.1 11.1 3.56 0.941 157.0 594.3 6 5.08 11.08 3.62 0.956 154.5 584.8
8 4.9 10.9 1.94 0.513 270.3 1023 8 4.869 10.869 1.98 0.523 265.3 1004
10 4.668 10.668 1.18 0.312 420.1 1590 10 4.643 10.643 1.19 0.314 415.2 1572
12 4.45 10.45 0.80 0.211 591.6 2239 12 4.431 10.431 0.81 0.214 587.0 2222
14 4.325 10.325 0.65 0.172 716.5 2712 14 4.3 10.3 0.66 0.174 709.8 2687
16 4.118 10.118 0.48 0.127 939.0 3555 16 4.1 10.1 0.48 0.127 933.5 3534
18 3.918 9.918 0.37 0.098 1194 4520 18 3.9 9.9 0.37 0.098 1188 4497
20 3.7 9.7 0.30 0.079 1473 5576 20 3.676 9.676 0.30 0.079 1464 5542
22 3.5 9.5 0.24 0.063 1788 6768 22 3.476 9.476 0.24 0.063 1778 6731
24 3.276 9.276 0.20 0.053 2123 8036 24 3.25 9.25 0.20 0.053 2112 7995

Sch 40S Stainless Steel Pipe Per ANSI B36.19 Sch 80S Stainless Steel Pipe Per ANSI B36.19
Pulse Output Current Output Pulse Output Current Output
Height for K-FACTOR K-FACTOR Height for K-FACTOR K-FACTOR
Pipe Height Hot Tap PULSES/ PULSES/ K-FACTOR K-FACTOR Pipe Height Hot Tap PULSES/ PULSES/ K-FACTOR K-FACTOR
Size “H” Version “H” U.S.Gallon LITER GPM/mA LPM/mA Size “H” Version “H” U.S.Gallon LITER GPM/mA LPM/mA
1.5 5.544 11.544 55.45 14.650 9.91 37.51 1.5 5.5 11.5 61.86 16.343 4.626 17.50
2 5.489 11.489 37.47 9.900 16.34 61.85 2 5.438 11.438 42.19 11.147 14.38 54.43
2.5 5.4 11.4 27.82 7.350 23.31 88.24 2.5 5.342 11.342 31.41 8.299 20.64 78.13
3 5.327 11.327 17.77 4.695 35.99 136.2 3 5.26 11.26 20.00 5.284 32.16 121.7
3.5 5.269 11.269 13.04 3.445 48.14 188.2 3.5 5.196 11.196 14.61 3.860 43.27 163.8
4 5.21 11.21 9.92 2.621 61.98 234.6 4 5.13 11.13 11.08 2.927 55.97 211.9
5 5.087 11.087 6.05 1.598 97.40 368.7 5 4.994 10.994 6.71 1.773 88.58 335.3
6 4.964 10.964 4.02 1.062 140.7 532.6 6 4.842 10.842 4.51 1.192 126.9 480.4
8 4.73 10.73 2.18 0.576 243.6 922.1 8 4.588 10.588 2.41 0.637 222.3 841.5
10 4.483 10.483 1.30 0.343 383.9 1453 10 4.3 10.3 1.45 0.383 349.6 1323
12 4.25 10.25 0.88 0.232 621.6 2353 12 4.025 10.025 0.98 0.259 494.7 1973
14 4.1 10.1 0.71 0.188 658.6 2493 14 3.85 9.85 0.79 0.209 597.5 2262
16 3.85 9.85 0.53 0.140 860.4 3257 16 3.575 9.575 0.59 0.156 783.2 2965
18 3.6 9.6 0.41 0.108 1089 4122 18 3.3 9.3 0.45 0.119 994.1 3763
20 3.375 9.375 0.32 0.085 1353 5122 20 3.025 9.025 0.36 0.095 1230 4656
24 2.9 8.9 0.22 0.058 1957 7408 22 2.75 8.75 0.29 0.077 1492 5648
24 2.575 8.575 0.24 0.063 1778 6731

Sch 40 Carbon Steel Pipe Per ANSI B36.10 Sch 80 Carbon Steel Pipe Per ANSI B36.10
Pulse Output Current Output Pulse Output Current Output
Height for K-FACTOR K-FACTOR Height for K-FACTOR K-FACTOR
Pipe Height Hot Tap PULSES/ PULSES/ K-FACTOR K-FACTOR Pipe Height Hot Tap PULSES/ PULSES/ K-FACTOR K-FACTOR
Size “H” Version “H” U.S.Gallon LITER GPM/mA LPM/mA Size “H” Version “H” U.S.Gallon LITER GPM/mA LPM/mA
1.5 5.544 11.544 55.45 14.650 9.91 37.51 1.5 5.5 11.5 61.86 16.343 4.626 17.50
2 5.489 11.489 37.47 9.900 16.34 61.85 2 5.438 11.438 42.19 11.147 14.38 54.43
2.5 5.4 11.4 27.82 7.350 23.31 88.24 2.5 5.342 11.342 31.41 8.299 20.64 78.13
3 5.327 11.327 17.77 4.695 35.99 136.2 3 5.26 11.26 20.00 5.284 32.16 121.7
3.5 5.269 11.269 13.04 3.445 48.14 188.2 3.5 5.196 11.196 14.61 3.860 43.27 163.8
4 5.21 11.21 9.92 2.621 61.98 234.6 4 5.13 11.13 11.08 2.927 55.97 211.9
5 5.087 11.087 6.05 1.598 97.40 368.7 5 4.994 10.994 6.71 1.773 88.58 335.3
6 4.964 10.964 4.02 1.062 140.7 532.6 6 4.842 10.842 4.51 1.192 126.9 480.4
8 4.73 10.73 2.18 0.576 243.6 922.1 8 4.588 10.588 2.41 0.637 222.3 841.5
10 4.483 10.483 1.30 0.343 383.9 1453 10 4.3 10.3 1.45 0.383 349.6 1323
12 4.25 10.25 0.88 0.232 621.6 2353 12 4.025 10.025 0.98 0.259 494.7 1973
14 4.1 10.1 0.71 0.188 658.6 2493 14 3.85 9.85 0.79 0.209 597.5 2262
16 3.85 9.85 0.53 0.140 860.4 3257 16 3.575 9.575 0.59 0.156 783.2 2965
18 3.6 9.6 0.41 0.108 1089 4122 18 3.3 9.3 0.45 0.119 994.1 3763
20 3.375 9.375 0.32 0.085 1353 5122 20 3.025 9.025 0.36 0.095 1230 4656
24 2.9 8.9 0.22 0.058 1957 7408 22 2.75 8.75 0.29 0.077 1492 5648
24 2.575 8.575 0.24 0.063 1778 6731

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