Flow computer delivers versatile measurement of liquid hydrocarbon and gas flow

The SFC3000 flow computer from Ex-i Flow Measurement Ltd, is a highly versatile liquid hydrocarbon and gas flow measuring device able to operate in a standalone single stream flow measurement system or as part of a highly complex multi-stream system.

The device is far more than just a dedicated flow computer. It can operate on a number of levels, from a supervisory machine to a standalone flow computer or as a system component. With its touch-screen VGA display and extensive processing capabilities, combined with simple-to-use controls and unique operating software, it can function as a complete station supervisor integrated into a flow computer housing.

Designed particularly to fulfil the needs of the worldwide liquid hydrocarbon and gas measurement markets, the device is intended to positively contribute to the management and conservation of the world's dwindling energy resources by delivering versatile and accurate measurement and including state-of-the-art designs and components.

Turbine, ultrasonic and Coriolis flow meters can be connected utilising a pulse input, either as a single or dual pulse train. Alternatively, ultrasonic and Coriolis flow meters can be connected via the RS232/485 serial port available on each IO option board.

Extra functionality, including optional I/O boards, can be added to a basic system. With the addition of a communication board, data can be acquired from a gas chromatograph or other sources via serial or ethernet ports. Flow measurement data can also be passed to other systems, such as printers or DCS, via the communication board ports. Logged data can be stored internally or on an optional SD card. A density measurement cell can be connected to a pulse or 4-20mA input.

The device is packaged in an industry-standard half-width 3U high 19" rack construction suitable for a panel or chassis mount. It can accommodate up to six user plug-in cards and five measurement streams in the same chassis. Operating temperature ranges; PRT Inputs, -10C to 55C (15F to 130F), Hart and 4-20mA Inputs -25C to 55C (-15F to 130F). Operating humidity to 90% non-condensing and meets environmental classes M2/E2.