Stroke characterization – Flowserve 3400IQ User Manual
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Stroke Characterization
In addition to three pre-defined and embedded characterization curves, the Logix 3400IQ digital positioner
has a 21-point custom stroke characterization feature. This allows the user to define a unique set of
operating parameters customizable to his process conditions.
Table 2: Transducer Block Characterization Parameters
Parameter
Description
Value — Meaning
Comments
MODE_BLK
The operating
mode of the
transducer block
Permitted Modes:
Auto - Auto
(target
mode)
OOS - Out of
Service
The transducer
block must
be
out-of-service
before the
user
can edit or
change
characterization.
1 Quick Opening
Curve*
Loads
factory
defined QO
curve as custom
curve.
2 Equal Percent Curve
Loads factory defined equal
percent curve as custom
curve.
3 Actuator Type
4 Positioner Model
5 ActuatorStyle
6 Custom Characterization
Active
Activates custom curve. If
Off, response is Linear.
7 Fail Position
CONTROL_FLAGS Byte values
which select
positioner
operation
features
8 Air Action
CURVEX
Numeric X value
array for
custom
point.
(1x21 array
points)
X-axis value for custom
stroke characterization
point.
Range
-10 to 110
Pair each
X-value with
corresponding
Y-value to
define the
desired point.
Values must be
in
ascending
(or equal)
order.
CURVEY
Numeric Y value array for
custom point. (1x21 array
points)
Y-axis value for custom
stroke characterization point.
Range -10 to 110
* Must not be selected if a custom curve is to be created or edited.
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