Dwyer TDFS User Manual
W.e. anderson div., dwyer instruments, inc, Series tdfs thermal dispersion flow switch
Series TDFS Thermal Dispersion Flow Switch
Specifications - Installation and Operating Instructions
Bulletin F-TDFS
®
W.E. ANDERSON DIV., DWYER
INSTRUMENTS, INC.
P.O. BOX 358 • MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA 46360 U.S.A.
Phone: 219/879-8000
www.dwyer-inst.com
Fax: 219/872-9057
e-mail: [email protected]
The Series TDFS is a thermal flow switch that indicates whether the flow rate is above
or below a user set flow rate. The unit incorporates two LED status indicators providing
visual switch indication. The set flow rate (setpoint) is field adjustable and the unit
has both NO and NC NPN outputs. See Figure 1 for output and LED actions on change
of flow.
SPECIFICATIONS
Service: Compatible water-based fluids.
Wetted Materials: 316 SS, Polysulfone, and FKM.
Setpoint Range: 0.5 to 10 ft/s (0.15 to 3.0 m/s).
Repeatability: 0.07 ft/s +3% of setpoint.
Typical Deadband: 0.1 ft/s +15% of setpoint.
Temperature Limits: Process: 5 to 185°F (-15 to 85°C) (non-freezing); Ambient:
5 to 167°F (-15 to 75°C), Storage: -40 to 185°F (-40 to 85°C).
Pressure Limits: 300 psig (20.67 bar), max. momentary surge: 500 psig (34.47
bar).
Response Time: Approximately 8 s.
Power Requirement: 9 to 24 VDC.
Switching Current: 400 mA, derate 5 mA/°C above 23°C.
Current Consumption: Average: 93 mA, Peak: 300 mA.
Electrical Connection: 1/2˝ NPT female with 4 conductor 22 AWG, 6´ (1.83 m)
long, optional cable gland.
Process Connection: 1/2˝ NPT male.
Enclosure Rating: NEMA 4X (IP65).
Housing Materials: 316 SS, 416 SS, polycarbonate, neoprene, and acrylated
urethane.
Switch Type: 1 NO NPN, 1 NC NPN.
Input Power and Protection: 0.5A fuse (resettable) reverse polarity protected.
Switched Output Protection: 0.5A fuse (resettable) reverse polarity protected.
Agency Approvals: CE, RoHS.
CABLE
CABLE GLAND
STATUS
INDICATOR
SETPOINT
TARGET
PROCESS CONNECTION
1/2˝ NPT
SENSOR
4-9/32
[108.74]
1-7/16
[36.51]
1-1/8
HEX
NC = Open, NO = Closed, LED = Green
Deadband
NC = Closed, NO = Open, LED = Red
Setpoint
Higher
Flow
FIGURE 1: Switch Setpoint & Deadband
OPERATING PRINCIPLE
The TDFS uses an impulse thermal dispersion measurement technique to measure
the flow rate. The probe is heated above the process temperature and then is allowed
to cool. The flow rate is determined from the rate at which the probe cools. The
measurement cycle time is approximately 8 seconds.
INSTALLATION
Use caution if fluid temperature changes or fluid composition
changes are present in the end application. Verify that the
device operates properly if either is present. The setpoint will shift if the specific
heat, density or viscosity of the fluid changes.
NOTICE
Do not use with abrasive fluid mixtures (The polysulfone may be
abraded.)
NOTICE
Ensure that the system is not pressurized before installing or
removing this device or other objects from the system. The
device and/or object may become a projectile.
WARNING
Ensure that the process fluid is compatible with the wetted
materials, and do not exceed the maximum device ratings
CAUTION