FOX FT2

Model FT2 Gas

Mass Flowmeter
& Temperature
Transmitter

✗ Measures gas flow rate in SCFM,

NM3/Hr, Kg/Hr, & many more
✗ Measures process gas temperature
✗ Outputs: 2 x 4 to 20 mA - one for
flow rate and one for temperature;
pulse output for flow/total
✗ RS232 for connecting a Palm
Handheld or computer; RS422/
RS485-Modbus, Profibus-DP,
DeviceNet & Ethernet
✗ Insertion and in-line models PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
✗ All welded, 316 SS sensor construc
tion; Hastelloy C276 optional The Fox Model FT2 Thermal Mass Flowmeter and Temperature Transmitter measures two
important process variables in one rugged instrument. The FT2 measures gas flow rate in
✗ Microprocessor based, field
programmable standard units without the need for temperature or pressure compensation. It provides
isolated 4 to 20 mA and pulse outputs for flow rate and a 4 to 20 mA output for process gas
✗ On-board 2 x 16 character, backlit
display with configuration panel to temperature. The pulse output is normally used for totalization. You choose the flow rate
view/set readings and parameters and temperature engineering units. An optional on-board 2 x 16 characters, backlit display
✗ Palm handheld terminal available is available to view flow rate, total, elapse time, process gas temperature, and alarms. The
to view/set readings and parameters display is also used in conjunction with the Configuration Panel to configure flowmeter settings
when on-board display & configura such as 4 mA and 20 mA for flow rate and temperature, pulse output frequency scaling, pipe
tion panel is not ordered area, zero flow cutoff, flow filtering (dampening), display configurations, diagnostics and high
✗ NEMA 4X enclosure; designed for or low alarm limits. It also permits review of certain raw flowmeter data which is useful when
Class I, Division 2, Groups B, C, & D troubleshooting. If you prefer, you can view measurements
hazardous areas
and set parameters with an optional Fox Handheld Palm Terminal instead of the on-board
✗ NIST traceable calibration; CE Display and Configuration Panel.
approved
✗ Low-end sensitivity – leak detection FT2 is available in insertion and in-line models. The insertion meter is easily installed by
✗ Negligible pressure drop drilling a ¾”hole in the pipe and welding on a ¾” NPT coupling. A Fox supplied compressing
✗ No moving parts fitting secures the probe in place. The in-line model is available in ¼-inch to 6-inch sizes and
include built in flow conditioners that eliminate the need for long, straight pipe runs. The
meter can be ordered with flange or NPT end connections. Both models are supplied with 316
stainless steel wetted materials standard or Hastelloy C-276 as an option.

RS232 for connecting a Palm Handheld or computer; RS422/RS485-Modbus, Profibus-DP,

DeviceNet and Ethernet give the FT2 flexible communications capability. The FT2 is an
advanced Thermal Mass Flowmeter and Temperature Transmitter for your most challenging
THERMAL INSTRUMENTS, INC. gas flow measurement applications.
SPECIFICATIONS

Performance Specs Gas Pressure (maximum):

Flow Accuracy: Insertion Flowmeter:
± 1% of reading ± 0.2 % of full scale* 500 psig (34.5 barg)
* Point velocity for insertion flowmeters. Fox recommends a minimum of 15 In-Line, NPT:
diameters of straight pipe upstream of the flowmeter and 10 diameters downstream 500 psig (34.5 barg)
for insertion flowmeters. Fox recommends a minimum of 8 diameters of straight
pipe upstream of the flowmeter and 4 diameters downstream for inline flowmeters. Check with factory for higher pressure options
Note: Pressure ratings stated for temperature of 100°F (38°C).
Flow Repeatability:
± 0.2% of full scale Temperature:
Flow Response Time: Std sensor: -40 to 250°F (-40 to 121°C)
0.9 seconds (one time constant) HT Sensor: 32 to 500°F (0 to 260°C)
Temperature Accuracy: Enclosure: -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C) without display, 32 to 140°F,
± 1.8° F (± 1.0° C) over -40 to 250° F (-40 to 121° C); ± 3.6° F (± (0 to 60°C) with display
2.0° C) over 250 to 650° F (121 to 343° C). Minimum velocity 60 Input Power:
SFPM. 24 VDC, ± 10%, 0.75 amp standard; 85 to 250VAC
50/60Hz, 20 watts optional
Operating Specs
Units of Measurement: Output:
SCFM, SCFH, NM3H, NM3M, KG/HR, KG/M, KG/S, LBS/H, LBS/M, 2 x isolated 4 to 20 mA outputs (1 for flow & 1 for temperature);
isolated pulse output 0 to 100Hz, 10 volts p/p for flow (the pulse
LBS/S, NLPH, NLPM, SFPM, NMPS, SMPS, MMSCFD
output can be used as an isolated contact output for alarms)
Flow Rates for Insertion Flowmeter:
RS232 for connecting a Palm Handheld or computer; RS422/
0 to 32,000 sfpm (163 nmps) - Air at 70F & 1 ATM
RS485-Modbus, Profibus-DP, DeviceNet & Ethernet
To determine if an Insertion Flowmeter will operate properly,
divide the maximum flow rate by the pipe area. The application is Physical Specs
acceptable if the velocity is within the velocity range above. Here Sensor material:
are flow rates for common pipe sizes: 316 stainless steel standard; Hastelloy C276 optional
Pipe size scfm nm3/hr Enclosure:
1-1/2” (40mm) 0-450 0-760 NEMA 4X, designed for Class I, Division 2, Groups B, C & D
2” (50mm) 0-750 0-1280 hazardous areas. CE approved.
3” (80mm) 0-1600 0-2720 Options: Remote NEMA 4X electronics enclosure with NEMA 4X
6” (150mm) 0-6400 0-10870 sensor j-box (figure 5) or NEMA 4X electronics enclosure with
8” (200mm) 0-11100 0-18860 explosion-proof sensor j-box (figure 5a).
10” (250mm) 0-18200 0-30920 Cabling:
12” (300mm) 0-24900 0-42300 To Fox remote enclosure: 5 conductor, 22 AWG, shielded, 50 feet
maximum
Full Scale Flow Ranges for In-Line Flowmeters:
To remote PD696 rate/totalizer display: 2 conductor, shielded, 22
Size scfm nm3/hr
AWG, 3000 feet maximum
0.25" 0-16 0-27
Retractor assemblies:
0.5" 0-48 0-82
Packing gland assembly: 100 psig maximum – see figure 6
.75" 0-120 0-204
High pressure (crank) retractor: NPT 600 psig, ANSI 150 & ANSI
1" 0-192 0-326
300 - see figure 7
1.5" 0-450 0-760
2" 0-750 0-1280
Dimensional
2.5" 0-1090 0-1855 Insertion Flowmeters:
3" 0-1600 0-2720 Probe diameter: 1/2"
4" 0-2880 0-4893 Equation for selecting Insertion Flowmeter probe length:
6" 0-6400 0-10870 Probe length = ½ pipe ID (in inches) + 2” + thickness of insulation
Note: Standard conditions of air at 70°F and one atmosphere. Consult factory for other gases and (if any) + dimension of retractor (if supplied). Round up to the
for flow ranges above and below those listed above.
next standard probe length available.
 DIAGRAMS

Assuming there is no insulation or retractor, Fox recommends Theory of Operation

the following probe lengths: Fox Flowmeters use a Constant Temperature Differential (ΔT)
technology. The sensor has two elements. The Reference RTD
Pipe Size Probe Length measures the gas temperature. The electronics heats the Heated
1-1/2” (40mm) to 3” (75mm) 4-inch Element above the gas temperature. It is the job of the electronics
4” (100mm) to 8” (200mm) 6-inch
to maintain a constant ΔT between the gas temperature and
the Heated Element. As the mass flow increases, the increased
10” (250mm) to 14” (350mm) 9-inch numbers of gas molecules remove more heat from the Heated
16” (400mm) to 20” (500mm) 12-inch Element.
Use the equation above for larger pipe sizes
The electronics senses this temperature reduction and adds
additional power to the heated element in order to maintain
Probe Lengths (LL) – see figure 1 = 4.0(10.2), 6.0(15.2), a constant ΔT. The amount of power delivered to the Heated
9.0(22.9), 12.0(30.5), 15.0 (38.1), 18.0(45.7), 24.0(61.0), Element is proportional to the mass flow rate. The microprocessor
30.0(76.2), 36.0(91.4) then linearizes this signal to deliver a linear output.

Inline Flowmeter Dimensions – see figures 2, 3 & 5

Pipe size L H HH Pressure Drop Charts for Inline Flowmeters
0.25" 7.90 (20.0) 12.5 (31.8) 9.9 (25.1) 1000
0.5" 12.0 (30.5) 12.5 (31.8) 9.9 (25.1)
0.75" 12.0 (30.5) 12.5 (31.8) 9.9 (25.1)
Inches of Water

100
1" 15.0 (38.1) 12.5 (31.8) 9.9 (25.1) .75" 1" 2" 3"
6"
8"
.25" 0.5" 1.5" 4"
1.5" 12.0 (30.5) 12.5 (31.8) 9.9 (25.1)
10
2" 12.0 (30.5) 12.6 (32.0) 9.9 (25.1)
2.5" 18.0 (45.7) 12.6 (32.0) 10.0 (25.4)
1
3" 18.0 (45.7) 12.5 (31.8) 10.0 (25.4) 1 10 100 1000 10,000

4" 18.0 (45.7) 13.1 (33.3) 10.5 (26.7) scfm

1000
6" 24.0 (61.0) 14.2 (36.1) 11.6 (29.5)
Note: Dimensions in parenthesis are centimeters. For certified drawings,
consult factory. 100
millibars

1" 2" 3" 8"

.75" 6"
.25" 0.5" 1.5" 4"

10

1
1 10 100 1000 10,000
nm3/hr

Figure 1: Insertion 4" to 36" (10.2 to 91.4 cm) Figure 2: In-Line with 150# Flanges – sizes 0.5" to 6"
DIAGRAMS

Figure 3: In-Line with NPT Fittings – sizes 0.25" to 6" Figure 4: PD693 Rate/Totalizer
3.9
(10.0)
3.2
3/4-inch NPT (8.1)

Allow 6" (15.2cm) clearance

4.25 (10.8)

6.3
(16.0)
2.30
(5.8)
H

Panel Thickness
C .125 - .250 (0.32 - 0.64)
L

Figure 5: Remote Enclosure - INLINE Figure 5A: Remote Enclosure - INSERTION

Figure 6: Packing gland assembly - 100 psig maximum

Figure 7: Crank Retractor - NPT 600 psig, ANSI 150 & ANSI 300

FLANGE, 1 1/2", 150#, 316 SST or

FLANGE, 1 1/2", 300#, 316 SST
1. No valve is supplied with the Crank Retractor.
9.81±.25
NIPPLE, 1 1/2" NPT, 316 SST Customer must supply a 1.5" full port valve.
Ø.50 PROBE, 316 SST 2. The minimum pipe size for installing the Crank
1.75 2X 3/4" NPT
Retractor is 2" (5 cm).
3. Maximum pipe size is calculated as follows: ½
pipe diameter + valve dimension cannot exceed
19.5".
6.00±.13

3.75 26.00 11.19±.25

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