Requirements For Mounting Point - WIKA FSD-4 Mode D'emploi

5. Commissioning, operation

5.1.1 Requirements for mounting point

The mounting position and probe length are extremely important for the quality and reliability of the measuring results.
The mounting point must meet the following conditions:
Sealing faces are clean and undamaged.
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Sufficient space for a safe electrical installation.
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For information on tapped holes and welding sockets, see
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Technical information IN 00.14 at www.wika.com.
Permissible ambient and medium temperatures remain
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within the performance limits. Consider possible restric-
tions on the ambient temperature range caused by mating
connector used.
→ For performance limits, see chapter 9 "Specifications"
The probe tip must be completely surrounded by medium.
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If possible, position the probe tip in the area of maximum flow velocity (pipe centre).
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The minimum immersion depth of the sensor is L ≥16 mm.
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The probe tip must not touch the opposite wall.
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5.1.2 Recommended mounting positions
Horizontal pipes
WIKA operating instructions flow switch, model FSD-4
Only if the pipeline is free from
deposits.
Air
Medium
Deposits
Only if the pipeline is completely filled
with medium.
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