Presentation featuring technical information and options available for Dynasonic's TFX Ultra clamp-on ultrasonic flow meter. It also describes a number of application case studies.

1. TFX Ultra
Clamp-on Ultrasonic Flow Meter

2. Model TFX Ultra
 Rugged, all inclusive
output options
 Compact integral mount
system for pipes 2” (50.8
mm) and smaller
 Remote mount system
for pipe sizes ½” (12.7
mm) and higher
Integral mount shown here.
Integral transducers available in PVC
(standard) or optional CPVC

3. TFX Ultra Features
• New generation of transit time flow meter:
• Increased transmit power by over 3x
• Compatible with ALL transducer types (do not need separate boards)
• USB interface to PC (for UltraLink software)
• Backlit LCD
• Easier wiring (compared with TFXL)
• CE mark
• ±1% of reading accuracy
• Measuring range -40 – 40 FPS (-12 – 12 MPS)
• NEMA 4 (IP65); aluminum enclosure
• CSA Class I Div. 2 / ATEX II 2 G Ex nA II T4

4. TFX Ultra
Other Notable Features/Improvements:
 Standard A/B USB programming connection
 Field replaceable fuse (resettable on DC powered)
 Optional keypad
 Universal AC (95-230VAC) power option
 Display backlighting
 Keypad/UltraLink configure for 500 kHz, 1 MHz or
2 MHz transducers
 Remote totalizer reset (via ModBUS, N.O. switch, or IP if equipped)
 “GREEN” utilizes less than 5 watts (typical, 3x less than Onicon)

5. Two Transmitter Types: Energy Model (BTU)
Flow Meter Model

6. Outputs & Communications
 Standard
 Energy and Flow Meter Models
 4-20mA (sourcing)
 RS485 Modbus RTU Communications (2-wire)
 Flow Meter Model only, also has:
 Frequency Output (1000 Hz, open-collector)
 Dual Alarm Outputs; high/low flow, batch, errors (open-collector)
 Optional
 Ethernet: Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP and BACnet/IP
 Totalizing Pulse Output; isolated open-collector

7. TFX Ultra
Optional
TFXB is available
with Intrinsically
Safe barrier,
CSA Class I Div. 1

8. Transducer Options
DTTS
 ½” to 2” (12 to 50 mm)
 Easy/quick installation, transducers
custom fit to ANSI pipe, Copper Tubing,
or Rigid Tubing specs
 Cable lengths to 990 ft (300 meters)
 Flexible armored conduit option
 Rated to NEMA 6 (IP-67)
 Available in PVC for maximum fluid
temperature +185 °F (+85 °C)
 And CPVC for maximum fluid
temperature +250 °F (+121 °C)
 ½” and ¾” versions are 1% F.S. accuracy

9. Transducer Options
DTTN
 Pipe sizes 2” [50 mm] and above
 Versatile mounting options
 Cable lengths to 990 ft (300 meters)
 Flexible armored conduit option
 Rated to NEMA 6 (IP-67); optional
NEMA 6P (IP-68)
 Maximum fluid temps to +250 °F
(+121 °C)

10. Transducer Options
DTTH
 High Temp: maximum fluid temps to
+350 °F (+176 °C)
 Pipe sizes 2” [50 mm] and above
 Versatile mounting options
 Cable lengths to 990 ft (300 meters)
 Flexible armored conduit option
 Rated to NEMA 6 (IP-67)
 Includes high-temp couplant

11. Transducer Options
DTTL*
 Pipe sizes 24” [610 mm] and above
 Versatile mounting options
 Cable lengths to 990 ft (300 meters)
 Flexible armored conduit option
 Rated to NEMA 6 (IP-67);
optional NEMA 6P (IP-68)
 Maximum fluid temps to +250 °F
(+121 °C)
 Also recommended for pipe sizes 4”-24”
(100-610 mm), if application
parameters are not ideal.
* Used with TFX Ultra and DXN
only, 500 kHz configuration

12. Applications
Conserve Thru Control
North Adams, MA
Geo Thermal Application
TFX Ultras used to measure and control
geo-thermal HVAC system. EPA also
requires building owner to report ground
water usage.
Well water can carry dirt and ice which
destroys inline meters.

13. Applications
Client: Valley Water – Plainville, CT.
Municipal Water Application
High velocity – no straight runs
TFX Ultra replaced 901 Doppler
Result: Improved accuracy

14. Applications
P&G Gillette Beauty & Grooming
Boston, MA
Gillette’s sustainability project requires
measurement and control of city water and
process loops in 100 year old plant.
Potential sale for 17 measurement points.
Most lines cannot be shut down without
halting production.

15. Applications
Ulster Uniform Service
Kinston, NY
Industrial Laundry
Since a high percentage of the water is
evaporated through their dryers, Ulster
uses a TFX Ultra meter to report waste
water usage to save on their sewage bill.

16. Mercedes-Benz plant, Istanbul, TURKEY
Challenge:
Customer dissatisfied with in-line BTU meters to measure energy
use through their 15 cogeneration lines. Considered to be
high maintenance and were not thought to be reliable.
Solution: TFXE w/ DTTN, Clamp-on RTDs
Easy installation, no process shut-down, and seamless drop-in to
their Siemens SCADA system via standard Modbus RTU were
seen as key advantages in selecting Dynasonics.

20. Genoa, Illinois WWTP
Use clamp-on meters to
prove output and
performance of new pump;
DFX Doppler and Transit
time TFX Ultra both utilized,
due to suspected pump
cavitation. Meters showed a
disparity, helped identify
debris caught within the
pump.

22. Thank you
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