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Cameron NUFLO MC-III User Manual

Cameron NUFLO MC-III
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NUFLO
TM
MC-III™ Panel Mount
Flow Analyzer
User Manual
Manual No. 2350326-01, Rev. 02

Table of Contents

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Cameron NUFLO MC-III Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelNUFLO MC-III
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
ManufacturerCameron
DisplayLCD with backlight
TypeFlow Analyzer
Measurement PrincipleTurbine flow meter
Temperature Rating-40° to 160°F (-40° to 71°C)
Accuracy±0.5% of reading
OutputsPulse, 4-20 mA, Frequency
CommunicationModbus RTU, RS-485
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
CertificationsATEX, IECEx, CSA
Flowmeter CompatibilityCompatible with NUFLO turbine flow meters

Summary

Introduction to MC-III Panel Mount Flow Analyzer

Operation

Details the primary functions and operation of the MC-III Panel Mount device.

LCD Display

Describes the liquid crystal display, its segments, and how it shows total and rate.

Keypad

Explains the functions of the six-button keypad for basic configuration and navigation.

Interface Software

Introduces the intuitive Windows-based software for setup and operation.

Power Supply

Covers internal lithium battery and external power options for the MC-III Panel Mount.

Flow Log Archival

Details the saving and retrieval of daily and hourly flow logs.

Event Log Archival

Explains the tracking of user changes and events in event logs.

Password-Protected Security

Covers preventing unauthorized access to calibration and data.

MC-III Panel Mount Installation Guide

MC-III Installation

Instructions for mounting the MC-III Panel Mount in a ¼ DIN panel opening.

Field Wiring Connections

Overview of all field wiring connections to the circuit assembly.

Power Supply Wiring

Details connecting internal and external power supplies.

Input Wiring

Covers wiring for turbine meter and pulse inputs.

Output Wiring

Details wiring for pulse, 4-20mA, frequency, and RS-485 outputs.

Keypad Configuration and Operation

Entering a Calibration Factor

Steps for entering the turbine meter calibration factor and unit.

Setting Input Type and Sensitivity

Guides on selecting input type and adjusting sensitivity for signal reception.

Configuring the Total Display

Steps to set volume units and decimal position for the total display.

Configuring the Rate Display

Procedure to set volume and time-base units for the rate display.

Configuring the 4-20 mA Rate Output

Details how to set zero and full-scale values for the 4-20mA output.

Configuring the Pulse Output

Explains enabling pulse output and setting the scale factor.

Entering the Slave Address

Procedure for setting the Modbus slave address for network communication.

Entering the Baud Rate

Details how to set the serial port baud rate for Modbus communication.

Software Configuration and Operation

Installing the Software

Instructions for installing the MC-III interface software on a PC.

Connecting to the Software

Steps to establish communication between the PC and the MC-III Panel Mount.

Automating Functions on Software Startup

Configuring automatic actions upon software connection.

Communications Options

Customizing communication parameters for optimal performance.

Configuration Wizard

Step-by-step guide for first-time users to configure the instrument.

MC-III Main Screen

Overview of the main screen for reviewing settings and accessing submenus.

System Setup

Adjusting time/date, contract hour, security, and LCD contrast.

Turbine Input

Configuring volume/rate displays, input type, and cut-off thresholds.

K-Factor Entry

Calibrating with single factor or multipoint linearization, and gas volume correction.

Gas Volume Correction (Supercompressibility Calculation)

Compensating gas measurements to standard conditions.

4-20 mA Output

Configuring the output signal representing flow rate.

Pulse Output

Enabling and configuring pulse output for volume increments.

Saving and Uploading Configuration Files

Managing configuration settings for backup and deployment.

Advanced Access

Accessing Modbus registers for advanced configuration by specialists.

Flow Logs and Event Logs Management

Auto-Save Log Formats

Setting default file formats for auto-saved logs (.csv or .xls).

Flow Archive

Viewing, downloading, and printing flow data in tabular or trend formats.

Viewing Trend Charts

Explains how to interpret graphical trend views of flow data.

Exporting Flow Logs

Methods for exporting flow logs to .xls or .csv files.

Event Archive

Viewing, downloading, and exporting user event logs.

Exporting Event Logs

Methods for exporting event logs to .xls or .csv files.

MC-III Panel Mount Maintenance

Lithium Battery Replacement

Instructions for replacing the internal lithium battery.

Circuit Assembly Replacement

Procedure for replacing the main circuit assembly.

Firmware Update

Steps for updating the instrument's firmware, including clearing EEPROM.

Appendix A: Software Program Options

General Options

Configuring settings for internal clock synchronization prompts.

Autorun Options

Setting up automatic actions upon software connection.

Communications Options

Customizing communication parameters for optimal performance.

Downloading Options

Changing auto-save log file formats and appearance.

Advanced Options

Clearing EEPROM and configuring automatic data logging.

Appendix B: Lithium Battery Information

Lithium Battery Disposal

Guidelines for the safe disposal of lithium batteries.

Transportation Information

Regulations for shipping lithium batteries.

Appendix C: Communications Protocol

Introduction

Overview of Modbus RTU protocol and Enron Modbus compliance.

Registers

Explains register access types and Modbus map blocks.

System Configuration

Details registers for product code, firmware, and serial number.

Input Configuration

Registers for setting volume units, rate units, and input type.

Output Configuration

Registers for configuring pulse and analog outputs.

Holding Registers (16-bit Mode)

Table of 16-bit holding registers for various data points.

Holding Registers (32-bit Mode)

Table of 32-bit holding registers for various data points.

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