Measure principle

LORRIC’s paddlewheel flow meter with it’s Axlesense technology can detect paddle rotation as short as 3 degrees. In addition, Axlesense technology enables the flowmeter to provide accurate measurement results even under 0.3 m/s flow speeds with a faster response time. Also, our flowmeter has the best in class linearity of 0.5% FS.

In addition to a faster response, LORRIC’s Axlesense technology allows for bi-directional measurement. The flows’ direction can be determined by the positive and negative signs.

The measurement method of LORRIC’s paddle wheel flowmeter is magnetism and paddle’s rotation. The solid foreign matters, magnetic substance, crystalloid, and water hammer should be avoided. Meanwhile, there should not be any interference by strong magnetic fields around the flowmeter.

Solid foreign matters, magnetic substance, crystalloid, and water hammer may cause paddle wheel stuck and shorten its life. Another feature of AxleSense technology is providing an alarm when paddle wheel is damaged or lost by external force or abrasion.

Please remove anything with a strong magnetic field around the paddle wheel flowmeter which may cause incorrect flow volume measurement or no rotation of the paddle wheel.

Usage scenario

LORRIC paddle wheel flowmeter is designed to measure flow volume of liquid without large amounts of impurities in the pipe filled with liquid under an industrial environment. Installation location should be chosen at where liquid in pipe could be stable and fully developed, and the liquid temperature should be between 0 to 50°C(due to the limitation of PVC pipe and paddle base). The device of paddle wheel flowmeter provides water resistant (waterproof level: IP65) but not for under water usage. Material of device housing is PC which provides a bit of chemical resistance but cannot be exposed to a large amount of chemical for a long time.

Following factors should be considered for choosing paddle wheel flowmeter and T-connector :

1. Temperature resistance

2. Chemical resistance

3. Pressure resistance

Notices before installing

Confirm the version of the instruction manual, hardware, and firmware. Go to version page to check.

• Make sure that the installation environment meets the standard for flow volume monitoring. There should be a certain distance in front and after the location of the installed flowmeter. The proper position for the flowmeter should be face up horizontally or vertically depending on the flow direction.

• Confirm temperature and chemical resistance, and the size of pipes.

• Ingredients in chemicals and operating temperatures will differ according to industry. Before purchasing the flowmeter, please confirm these specifications to avoid any damage to the flowmeter.

• Please avoid measuring fluids with magnetic particles which may cause LORRIC’s paddle wheel flowmeter to work improperly. The reason being, is the paddlewheel uses magnetic flow sensor technology. In addition, we suggest placing it at a distance from equipment which may generate a strong magnetic field, like motors and electromagnetic valves.

The product obtained FCC/CE certification.

The product obtained RoHS certification.

Instantaneous flow volume and deviation

The maximum possible deviation for LORRIC’s paddle wheel flow meter is 0.5 % F.S. + 2.5 % O.R. which could be converted to the relation of maximum possible deviation and displayed data under different flow speed as seen below.

Press the bottom-right button for entering the set-up page as below.

You can switch parameter classification by the middle 2 buttons. For more details of parameter classification and definitions, please see the .

Enter the sub menu, then select the expected parameter. Accordingly, find below image for display reference.

If not otherwise agreed, the warranty program of this product is as follows.

Please confirm the condition of the product within 14 days after receiving it. If there are any defects caused during shipment, please contact the sales personnel for a product replacement.

The product warranty is for 12 months from the delivery date. The warranty covers functional failures due to the non-human error and the non-specified environmental factors. During the warranty period, there will be no charge for product inspection, replacement of parts, or maintenance, etc. The paddle wheel is a consumable, that differs in life span according to working environment. Therefore, normal wear and tear is not covered by this warranty.

When the product needs to be shipped back for maintenance, the packaging must be in perfect condition to avoid any additional damage during shipping.

This product warranty only covers normal use. Any special applications, abnormal and excessive use are not covered by this warranty.

The failures under the following conditions shall not be covered by this warranty, and the expenses for inspection, parts, maintenance, etc. shall be charged accordingly:

1. Natural disasters: flood, fire, earthquake, lighting strike, typhoon, etc.

2. Human caused damages: scratch, falling, tenon fracture, beating, breaking and heavy hitting.

3. Human errors: use of inappropriate voltage, high humidity, water, stain, corrosion, loss, improper storage, etc.

4. Other abnormal factors: The damage caused by the installation, appending, expanding, modifying and repair of the product or using an unauthorized third party for parts.

SPEC

Please see the page of mechanical and electrical installation.

Cable wiring

Please see the page of

Parameter setup

Please refer to the

Set-up steps as below:

1. Connect cable first according to the cable wiring section on this page.

2. Set up parameter E01 for selecting NC(Normal Close) or NO(Normal Open) when there is no signal.

3. Set up parameter E02 for specifying output signal content.

Pulse output

Pulse output is based on the frequency of the paddle wheel’s revolutions. Due to not adapting LORRIC’s data processing technology, it is only applicable to the environment without high precision request. A pulse will be sent by every 180° revolution. To calculate the total flow volume for a certain period of time, count the number of pulse signals received then divided by the corresponding K-value this manual provides. K value is defined by pipe size and material. Please refer to .

This instruction manual version is v1.0

‌This document is applicable the products below.

Method for confirming product version

You can find the hardware version on the sticker on the left side of the device.

Firmware version could be found on the bottom right of the boot screen indicated by a red arrow sign like shown below.

Definition of hardware version number

Hardware version number starts with a lowercase “V”, followed by 1 to 2 numbers “YY” which represents important modification of electronic and mechanism affects product’s core function. Following 1 or 2 numbers “XX” represents modification of non-core function. The last 1 or 2 numbers “ZZ” represents modification which does not affect product function, such as minor mechanism feature modification or substitution of electronic component.

Definition of firmware version number vYY.XX.ZZ

Firmware version number starts by lowercase “V”, followed by 1 to 2 numbers “YY” which represents important modification of firmware. Following 1 or 2 numbers “XX” represents modification of non-core function. The last 1 or 2 numbers “ZZ” represents modification which does not affect product function.

Definition of manual version

Version number starts from lowercase “v”, following 2 numbers “XX” which version of manual.The last 1 or 2 numbers “ZZ” represents revised serial number of the version.

Due to modifications in mechanisms, electrical or firmware that could affect usage or installation methods, LORRIC will release new versions of the instruction manual. For example, if the definition of aviation plug changes then we will release an updated manual. At the same time, for clients who own older models, the appropriate manual will still be available.

If modifications in the instruction manual don't affect the usage, but are just for improvements in grammar, sentence structure, etc. LORRIC will not release a new version.

We provide multi-language manuals

The manual provides multi-language versions. The same manual version in each language is for the same hardware and firmware version.

Recommend flow of parameter set-up

1. Set A1 for the Pipe type

2. Set B1 for the flow rate volume unit

3. Set B2 for the flow volume time unit

4. Set B3 for the cumulative volume unit

5. Press ESC several times, Go back to monitor screen, check if flow direction is expected, use A04 A05 to change flow direction display

6. In the monitor screen, check if the flow volume is as expected, use A02 to scale flow volume.

7. E type parameters are for communication setup

8. F type parameter for communication simulation

9. Remove the device from the T-connector, and check if the lcd backlight blinks a red light. Reinstall the device and check if the LCD monitor goes back to a green light.

10. Leave the device screen on one of 3 monitoring screens (flow volume, flow speed, totalizer).

11. Finish.

SPEC

Please see the page of mechanical and electrical installation.

Cable wiring

Please see the page of

Parameter setup

Please refer to .

Set-up steps as below:

1. Connect cable according to the cable wiring section on this page.

2. This machine uses Modbus RTU protocol, communication parameter set-up as below.：

   1. Set E04 for RS485 address, and please make sure there is no other device using the same address.

Exterior

Package contains

LCD screen displays 3 rows of information.

Function of each button

SPEC

Please see the page of mechanical and electrical installation.

Cable wiring

Please see the page of

Parameter setup

Please refer to the

Set-up steps as below:

1. Connect cable first according to the cable wiring section on this page.

2. Set up parameter E06 for selecting the data to output.

3. Parameter E07 and E08 are for specifying maximum and minimum value to output. These 2 values can be either positive or negative, however, E07 has to be smaller than E08.

4. Use E09 to set output current milliamps when output data is out of the E07 and E08 range, there are 3 options:

Monitoring screen detail

Monitoring Page No.1 ~ No.3

The monitoring screen is composed of 2 sections. The first 4 pages are real-time data monitoring. The last 15 pages are the current date, time and historical cumulative volume for the past 14 days. All the pages can be viewed cyclically by pressing the middle 2 direction buttons. Each definition on these 19 pages could be found below.

Monitoring Page No.4

Monitoring screen No. 4 is mainly for checking the status of the device, if upper and lower limit alarm functions work as expected, or for troubleshooting there will be a red light. Please see for a detailed definition.

Description of Alarm A

Description of Alarm B

Description of Alarm C

Description of system status

Exterior

Device Functionalities

LED monitor mainly provides high contrast numbers display for high visibility even in a dark environment.

LED monitor also provides 5 displayed digits within a decimal point which mainly displays real-time and accumulated flow volume data. For more digits of data, such as historical data and long-term cumulative data, please see the LCD.

LCD monitor allows display for 16 English characters in 3 rows . The first row is current content with units. The second row is data. The third row is a definition of each button.

The LCD screen has a 3-color backlit display. Definition of each color light as below:

1. Geen: Real-time data, device is working normally.

2. Red:

   1. Blinking red light: Alarm A- Major error. Please see the “” page for more details.

There are 4 buttons on the device, the definition of each button will be displayed at the upper row on the LCD screen. Generally, the leftmost button stands for “Exit” or “Back to last page”. The middle 2 buttons are for users to review page by page, modify data, or switch option. The rightmost button stands for “Set” or “Confirm”. Previously mentioned definitions are only for general use. For some other use scenarios, button definitions are modifiable for usability or error proof.

Package contains

Besides other agreements, our standard package contains:

• FP-AS510 Device * 1

• 2m 8pin cable * 1

• Quick starting manuel * 1

• Screws to connect the device and paddle set (Locking screws with your convenient side is suggested. It is unnecessary locking screws both sides)

Paddle set and T-connector can be purchased separately

Size, material, model

Exterior

Exploded views

Instruction example

Alarm - A Major abnormality

Suggestions of system abnormality are the same with Failed message level mentioned in NAMUR NE107 standard.

Only output when the paddle wheel is abnormal or interfered with by an external magnetic field.

“Error” displayed on the LED screen, and the LCD backlight becomes to blinking red lighting.

Alarm - A Following explains error message bits from higher bit (7th digit) to lower bit (0th digit):

Alarm - B Out of Specification

Stand for out-of-range usage of flowmeter. Suggestions of system abnormality are the same with Out of Specification message level mentioned in NAMUR NE107 standard.

Stand for out of designed range flow volume and other matters needing attention. Could be set up in the main class of parameter D.

Display on LED screen remains the same, and LCD backlight becomes continuous red light.

Alarm - B Following explains error message bits from higher bit (7th digit) to lower bit (0th digit):

Alarm - C Maintenance Required

Stand for maintenance requirement of flowmeter. Suggestions of system abnormality are the same with Maintenance Required message level mentioned in NAMUR NE107 standard.

Display on LED screen remains the same, and LCD backlight becomes continuous red light.

Alarm - C Following explains error message bits from higher bit (7th digit) to lower bit (0th digit):

Alarm - D Function Check

Suggestions of system abnormality are the same with the Function Check message level mentioned in NAMUR NE107 standard.

The bit will be 1 when the device LCD screen is not one of the monitoring screens.

When the LED screen displays the set-up menu or history review, LCD backlight becomes orange lighting.

Alarm - D Following explains error message bits from higher bit (7th digit) to lower bit (0th digit):

System Status

Following explains status bits from higher bit (7th digit) to lower bit (0th digit):

Definition of M12 8Pin connector

1. Connect the cable inside the box to the power supply and communication system. The unused color cables should be covered or protected to avoid electric leakage or short circuit.

2. Before removing the top housing of the device and wiring, the device should be powered off and the M12 8pin cable should be removed.

3. Due to space constraints, the sticker on the side of the device and subsequent illustrations only use cable contact definitions.

4. Please see below images to know where each cable is connected.

Mechanical and electrical spec of device

Wiring diagram of DC power supply

Wiring diagram of 4-20mA analog output

This function will only work with power supplies through the brown and blue lines. The following diagram is not showing power supply wiring for readability.

Below is a complete wiring diagram.

OCT NPN output wiring diagram

This function will only work with power supplies through the brown and blue lines. The following diagram is not showing power supply wiring for readability.

OCT PNP output wiring diagram

This function will only work with power supplies through the brown and blue lines. The following diagram is not showing power supply wiring for readability.

RS485 2 wire wiring diagram

This function will only work with power supplies through the brown and blue lines. The following diagram is not showing power supply wiring for readability.

Device contact definitions

1. Due to space constraints, the sticker on the side of the device only use cable contact definitions.

2. The number of the device contact and the cable contact is mirrored and symmetrical.

3. Please see below device contact number:

How to replace a date battery of FP-AS510

Applicable to all the models from HW v1.0.0 to v1.3.1

1.Take off top housing and then remove drained battery by the plastic ruler or other tools so that the device will not be scratched.

2.Put in a new CR2032 battery by the position with negative electrode (-) side towards battery base and positive electrode (+) side towards outside. Insert the battery on the side where there is a cable attached.

3. Press the battery on the other side where there is no cable attached. Finish.

1. Please turn off the device and unplug before disassembling it.

2. Take off four hex socket head cap screws on the top housing according to above image.

3. Seperate top and bottom housing.

Instruction example

Format of command (30) from master

Description of master command

This example will change A02 Scale Factor value to 2.50

slave address: 01(address of this flowmeter)

function code: 30(double Register write instruction)

Address of first reading register: 0001(memory address to write)

Write data: 40 20 00 00 (Change A02 Scale Factor value to 2.50)

‌CRC: 98 0E (Calculating error correcting code according to CRC algorithm)

Format of flowmeter response(30)

Description of flowmeter response example

Valid command received. It will output the same command back to master.

slave address: 01(address of this flowmeter)

function code: 30(double Register write instruction)

Address of first reading register: 0001(memory address to write)

Write data: 40 20 00 00 (Change A02 Scale Factor value to 2.50)

CRC: 98 0E (Calculating error correcting code according to CRC algorithm)

Exterior

Package contains

Communications format

bit order: lsb first

byte order: big endian

Data bits:8

Parity: None

Stop bits: 1

Floating point number follows IEEE754-1985. The float32 below stands for 32bits Single precision floating point number.

Terminology

‌‌Register: Length of 2 Byte or 16bit which is unit length of memory in Modbus RTU.

‌Byte: 8 bit length

Definition and function of memory

Modbus memory is divided into two categories, read-only and read-write.

Read-only type is mainly for flow meter status related memory, such as instantaneous flow rate. This is also the most commonly used memory. Detail information in following page:

Read-write memory is mainly to set-up parameters such as pipe diameter, and to reset variables, such as set zero on the cumulative flow. Read-write memory is only readable by using instruction 03. You can only change one parameter at a time with the write operation. If the length of the target register is 1, please use instruction 06. If the length is 2 registers, please use instruction 30. Please see read-write memory detail page below:

Read-write memory instruction detail information as below:

Instruction example

Format of command (03) from master

Description of master command

The example will read A01 pipe diameter options and A02 Scale Factor.

slave address: 01(address of this flowmeter)

function code: 03(read instruction)

Address of first reading register: 0000(Address of first register to read)

Quantity of registers to be read: 0003 (need to read 2 registers from 0000)

CRC: 05 CB (Calculating error correcting code according to CRC algorithm)

Format of flowmeter response(03)

Description of flowmeter response example

slave address: 01(address of this flowmeter)

function code: 03(read instruction)

Amount of response Byte: 06 (3 register=6byte)

Data Byte:

• 00 00(Current pipe diameter is 1inch PVC)

• 3F 80 00 00(Current Scale Factor is 1.0)

CRC: 2C 89 (Calculating error correcting code according to CRC algorithm)

Matters that need attention before installing!!

If any of the scenarios below occur and damage the paddlewheel, the warranty is void.

• If the device material is PC then it is not resistant to PVC glue with its strong gas and lubricant for PVC pipe. Therefore, before installing the paddlewheel flowmeter you must be sure the glue is dry between the connecting pipe and adapter.

• EPDM seal material only works with certain chemicals, but not oil.

• Please notice if chemicals are flowing vertically it could potentially damage the paddle wheel flowmeter.

• If the paddle wheel flowmeter is not able to be aligned with the main pipe or is taken as supported point on the pipeline, the flowmeter may bear unexpected force which could shorten usage life and cause water leakage.

• During the installation, it is better to use hands to lock the union nuts until there is no water leakage instead of using tools which could damage the flowmeter.

• Inaccurate piping may cause liquid leakage and lead to the paddle wheel flowmeter’s damage.

• When valving, water hammer should be carefully avoided to prevent paddle wheel flowmeter damage.

• The operational device of the paddle wheel flowmeter is not UV resistant. Therefore, we suggest to cover it with protector if installed outdoors.

• The seller will not be responsible of free maintenance for any defect or malfunction incurred by individual causes.

• If the paddlewheel flowmeter is transported with it's piping system to another site without protection it could be damaged.

• When installing the paddle wheel flowmeter there should be an appropriate amount of spacing for union and flange installation. If not, the following accidents may occur:

  1. Crack on union nut

  2. Crack on adaptor

  3. Stripped T-connector thread
• Within correct installation, the paddle wheel flowmeter can resist maximum pressure up to 10 kg/cm². Do not use too much torque to lock the union nuts, otherwise the following accidents could occur :

  1. Crack on union nut

  2. Crack on adaptor

  3. Stripped T-connector thread.

How to choose an installation location

The 1st principle for choosing an installation location where the pipe is filled with liquid to avoid issues caused by air bubble or precipitation in the pipe.

The 2nd principle is allowing the flow in the pipe to be fully developed by having enough length on both sides of the straight pipe. This means no equipment should be left on either side like adaptors, elbow pipe, valves or pumps.

The flow volume measurement of LORRIC’s paddle wheel flowmeter is based on the rotating mechanism of the paddle wheel. Paddle or axel could be lost under long-term abrasion or impact by external forces.Users should pay careful attention to any equipment that may cause the above damage.

The LCD display screen should not be exposed to direct sunlight that could cause visibility issues and a shorter usage life. Therefore, installing the flowmeter under direct sunlight should be avoided or with a sunlight protector is recommended.

There should be at least 10D (10x the inside diameter of the pipe) of straight pipe in front of the flowmeter and 5D of straight pipe behind the flowmeter to stabilize flow.

During flow movement, where the liquid is coming from means the front and where it’s moving to means the back. Generally, it is recommended that the flowmeter be installed at a position 10D (10x inside diameter of the pipe) at the front and 5D at the back (as shown in the figure below). If the inside of the pipe diameter is unknown, the outside of the diameter can be used.

Install the paddlewheel flowmeter before the valve.

The flow meter should be installed upstream of valve, so the fluid will be fully developed. This recommendation is also applicable to other piping components that may affect the flow field.

Vertical pipe

Please choose the vertical pipe with an bottom-up flow direction.

Horizontal pipe

• Please choose the location with full liquid, like the lower part of the inclined pipe.

• LORRIC’s paddlewheel flowmeter should not be installed at the top right or bottom side of the pipe in order to avoid the interruption of air bubbles or precipitate.

• If the paddle wheel flowmeter is installed on the side, which also affects flow measurement and causes a shorter product life.

Please noticed the air bubble in the pipe to avoid measurement error. If the location of installation for the paddlewheel is close to a tank where pressure is low. We recommend installing a valve at the pipe exit to avoid generating any air bubbles.

Installation steps for brand-new products

1. Take off union adapter and nuts, paddle set, and device from T-connector

2. Install union adapter and nuts with pipe: Install the union adapter and nuts to the pipe with glue. Before going to the next step, the glue should be completely dry.

3. Lock T-connector and pipe with union adapter

4. Install paddle set and seals with T-connector: The arrow sign on the top of the paddle set means the direction of flow, the top side of the arrow sign means the direction of line-out. As below image, please refer to it before installation.

How to rotate the display screens’ direction

1. Please turn off the device and unplug before disassembling it.

2. Take off four hex socket head cap screws on the top housing according to above image.

3. Seperate top and bottom housing.

Instruction example

Format of command (04) from master

Description of master command

The example will read instantaneous flow volume.

slave address: 01(address of this flowmeter)

function code: 04(read instruction)

Address of first reading register: 0000(Address of first register to read)

Quantity of registers to be read: 0002 (need to read 2 registers from 0000)

CRC: 71 CB(Calculating error correcting code according to CRC algorithm)

Format of flowmeter response(04)

Description of flowmeter response example

slave address: 01(address of this flowmeter)

function code: 04(read instruction)

Amount of response Byte: 04 (2 register=4 byte)

Data Byte: 00 00 00 00(Assume the instantaneous flow volume is 0)

CRC: FB 84(Calculating error correcting code according to CRC algorithm)

Definition and address of memory

How to use these charts

Read-only memory list

Parameter categorizing table

Parameter description

A Measure parameter list

The video about the monitoring screen, setup screen and A parameter setup.

Watch the video or scan the the QR code below.

B Unit parameter list

The video about B parameter setup.

Watch the video or scan the the QR code below.

C Total & History parameter list

The video about C parameter setup.

Watch the video or scan the the QR code below.

D Alarm & Information parameter list

The video about D parameter setup.

Watch the video or scan the the QR code below.

E Commute parameter list

The video about E parameter setup.

Watch the video or scan the the QR code below.

F Simulate parameter list

The video about F parameter setup.

Watch the video or scan the the QR code below.

G Time parameter list

The video about G parameter setup.

Watch the video or scan the the QR code below.

H System parameter list

The video about H parameter setup.

Watch the video or scan the the QR code below.

How to use read-write memory list

Read-write memory list

Each definition of multiple choice memory type