OPTIFLUX 4400 BETA
Electromagnetic flowmeter for safety instrumented systems (SIS), advanced process applications and wireless on-site verification
- Certified for safety applications up to SIL 2/3; allows for automated partial proof tests providing extended proof test intervals
- Advanced OPTICHECK technology built-in diagnostics and NAMUR NE 107 status indication via colour-coded backlit display
- Flange: DN2.5…3000 / ⅒…120", max. PN40 / ASME Cl 600 (higher on request)
- Various I/O, up to 3 x 4…20 mA HART®7; User-friendly parameterisation, monitoring and verification via Bluetooth® using the OPTICHECK Flow Mobile app
Overview
The OPTIFLUX 4400 is an electromagnetic flowmeter (EMF) developed in accordance with IEC 61508 for safety-related applications up to safety integrity level (SIL) 2/3. It enables automated partial proof testing, allowing for extended intervals between full proof tests to increase plant uptime in safety instrumented systems (SIS). It also features a best-in-class diagnostic test interval, including a fault response time of only 2 minutes. If running out of spec, the flowmeter is able to issue an alarm to the control room much faster than other EMFs available on the market.
Next to safety applications, the OPTIFLUX 4400 is particularly suitable for process applications with high accuracy requirements and difficult flow conditions such as pulsating and turbulent flow. Due to its wide selection of lining and electrode materials it can well be used for flow measurement and dosing of chemicals and corrosive liquids such as acids or abrasive slurries with very high solid content. Utilising the meter’s improved, fast-response conductivity measurement enables plant operators to monitor an additional measurement parameter and reduce the need for further investment.
The OPTIFLUX 4400 utilises OPTICHECK technology built-in, comprising approximately 80 flowmeter and process diagnostics for a high degree of reliability. Thanks to its coloured backlit display it provides intuitive indication in the event of empty pipe or other individually configurable events, e.g. air bubbles or solid particles in the process, changing medium conductivity, disturbing magnetic fields, etc. The advanced status indication comes colour-coded in accordance with NAMUR NE 107. The flowmeter is also equipped with a real-time clock, which enables event logging and analysis of the recorded diagnostics.
Next to continuous self-monitoring, the OPTIFLUX 4400 offers wireless parameterisation, real-time measurement monitoring and on-site verification via Bluetooth® in conjunction with the KROHNE OPTICHECK Flow Mobile app. A verification report can also be generated wirelessly at the push of a button – without interrupting production, opening the signal converter housing, or having to work in confined installation spaces. This significantly simplifies operation and maintenance, while also enhancing occupational safety.
The EMF can also be operated in the energy-saving EcoMode. This mode meets the increasing demand for sustainable and efficient energy use, allowing the meter’s power consumption to be significantly reduced – without compromising the measurement accuracy of the OPTIFLUX 4400.
Product features and options depend on device configuration: Contact us to make sure that your preferred functionality can be combined in one device.
- Features a high-end modular EMF signal converter for a wide range of configuration settings and signal output options
- High-resolution, backlit display with colour-coding for intuitive status and alarm recognition
- Improved conductivity measurement with an extended range and fast response time, enabling control and detection of product changes
- Features OPTICHECK technology built-in
- Enhanced application and device diagnostics, incl. improved conductivity measurement, gas bubble detection, solid detection, detection of electrode corrosion and deposits on the electrodes, empty or partially filled pipe alert, a disturbed flow profile, external magnetic fields, etc.
- User-friendly parameterisation, monitoring and on-site verification
- Wirelessly and securely via Bluetooth® in conjunction with mobile phone or tablet and the OPTICHECK Flow Mobile app
- Via HART® using the OPTICHECK DTM
- Verification report about device status with one click
- Available with SIL diagnostic package for use in safety integrated systems up to SIL 2/3
- Automated partial proof testing capability for extended full proof test intervals
- Best-in-class diagnostic test interval incl. fault response time of only 2 minutes
- Issues a configurable message if meter runs out of spec
- Real time clock for logging and diagnostic event analysis
- Optimised menu navigation: reduced complexity thanks to fewer menu items
- EcoMode: Energy-saving mode designed to reduce energy consumption while maintaining consistently high measurement accuracy
- Bi-directional flow measurement over a wide dynamic range (turn down ratio: 1000:1)
- Available with virtual reference grounding method: no grounding rings needed
- Wide range of liner materials for excellent chemical and abrasion resistance: PTFE, PFA, ETFE, hard rubber, soft rubber, PU or specialised designs with ceramic tiles
- Many different electrode materials
- Optional external coatings for offshore or subsoil installation (also acc. to ISO 12944)
- No moving parts, no wear, neglectable pressure loss
- Signal converter is backwards compatible with previous sensor versions, e.g. of OPTIFLUX 4300
- Approved for use in hazardous areas (ATEX, IECEx db eb)
- High measuring accuracy and long-term stability: measuring error of only ±0.2% of measured value ±1 mm/s