FB1100 Flow Computer Instruction Manual
D301752X012
November 2023
Contents iii
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
1.1 Safety Labels ......................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Features ................................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................................................................. 4
1.3.1 Memory ...................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Explosion-proof Enclosure ................................................................................................... 5
1.4.1 Physical Security ........................................................................................................ 6
1.5 I/O ........................................................................................................................................... 6
1.6 Power Options ...................................................................................................................... 6
1.7 Communications ................................................................................................................... 7
1.8 Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Module .......................................................................... 8
1.9 FBxWifi™ Communications .................................................................................................. 9
1.9.1 FBxWifi Antennas ...................................................................................................... 9
1.10 Software Tools .................................................................................................................... 10
1.11 Autonomous Measurement Mode ................................................................................... 11
1.12 RoHS2 Compliance ............................................................................................................. 11
1.13 Secure Gateway .................................................................................................................. 11
Chapter 2: Installation 13
2.1 Hazardous Locations .......................................................................................................... 13
2.2 Environmental Specifications ............................................................................................ 14
2.3 Required Tools .................................................................................................................... 14
2.4 Site Considerations ............................................................................................................. 15
2.5 General Wiring Guidelines ................................................................................................. 16
2.6 Front or Rear End Caps ...................................................................................................... 17
2.6.1 Removing/Replacing Retaining Clamp on End Caps ........................................... 17
2.6.2 Removing the Front or Rear End Caps ................................................................. 18
2.6.3 Replacing the Front or Rear End Caps .................................................................. 19
2.7 Mounting the Enclosure..................................................................................................... 20
2.7.1 Bolting Considerations ........................................................................................... 20
2.7.2 O-rings with Flange Adapters ................................................................................ 22
2.7.3 Direct Mount ............................................................................................................ 23
2.7.4 Indirect Mount ......................................................................................................... 23
2.7.5 Rotating the Housing .............................................................................................. 25
2.8 Grounding the Device ........................................................................................................ 27
2.9 Terminal Plate ..................................................................................................................... 28
2.10 Power Modes ...................................................................................................................... 28