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Specification Sheet April 2007

FloBoss™ 407 Flow Manager

The FloBoss 407 Flow Manager provides the The FloBoss 407 consists of the components and
functions required for measuring, monitoring, and features described in the following paragraphs:
managing flow on single or multiple meter runs. It is Microprocessor with one MB of memory storage.
a flow computer that is ideally suited to applications Extensive applications firmware.
requiring remote monitoring, gas flow calculations,
Two built-in process inputs and an MVS port.
data archival, supervisory setpoint control, and
closed-loop control. It is available either in a standard Sockets for four optional I/O modules.
version (Class I, Division 2 approval) or in a Built-in display and keypad.
Measurement Canada version, which includes Class Operator interface port.
I, Division 2 approval. EIA-232 communications port.
Weather-tight enclosure.
The FloBoss 407 is housed in a weather-tight
enclosure that contains a Liquid Crystal Display Optional MVS (integral or remote).
(LCD) readout, a covered keypad, a processor circuit Optional card for second communications port.
board, and an Input/Output (I/O) circuit board. The
I/O consists of two built-in process inputs, a Multi- The FloBoss 407 comes standard with 512 KB of on-
Variable Sensor (MVS) port, and accommodations board, battery-backed random access memory
for up to four plug-in I/O modules, any of which can (RAM) for storing data and user programs. It also
be a HART® Interface Module. has 512 KB of programmable read-only memory
(flash ROM) for storing the operating system
firmware, applications firmware, and configuration
parameters.

The firmware provides American Gas Association

(AGA) flow calculations (orifice or turbine1 metering
plus compressibility factors) for four separate flows;
memory logging of alarms and events; archival of
data for up to 50 history points; power cycling control
for a radio (standard firmware only); Proportional,
Integral, and Derivative (PID) feedback control for
four loops; Spontaneous-Report-by-Exception
(SRBX) alarm reporting; security access levels; and
logic and sequencing control using up to four user-
defined Function Sequence Table (FST) programs.

The firmware also provides an audit trail per

American Petroleum Institute (API) Chapter 21.1.

Two built-in process inputs are provided for

interfacing to measurement instrumentation. The first
input is an analog input, and the second can be
configured as an analog input or a pulse input.

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For turbines, the flow calculation accepts a maximum pulse input
frequency of 2.3 kHz.
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A special serial interface port provides connections Options

for as many as four Multi-Variable Sensors. In
The FloBoss 407 supports the following options:
addition, four sockets for I/O modules are located on
the I/O board. Any type and any combination of I/O Remote Multi-Variable Sensor (MVS) unit.
modules can be plugged into the sockets. The MVS Communications card.
inputs and I/O modules are configured in the same I/O modules.
manner as the built-in inputs.
The MVS sensor is a high-accuracy device that can
The Local Operator Interface (LOI) port, located on be integrally or remotely mounted. The MVS sensor
the right-hand side of the enclosure, provides a measures differential pressure, static pressure, and
direct, local link between the FloBoss 407 and a temperature (requires RTD sensor accessories).
personal computer. In addition, a host computer can Remote MVS units have an electronics head, which
remotely configure the FloBoss 407 through a contains interface circuitry.
communications port.
The communications cards provide an additional
With a personal computer running ROCLINK™ 800
means for communicating with the FloBoss 407. One
Configuration Software, you can configure the
card of the following types can be accommodated:
functionality of the FloBoss 407 and monitor its
operation. EIA-232 (RS-232) for asynchronous serial
communications.
Through the display and keypad on the front panel, EIA-422/EIA-485 (RS-422/RS-485) for
you can enter a password and access the asynchronous serial communications.
information stored in the FloBoss 407. If you have
the proper security level, you can also perform Radio modem for communications to a radio.
calibration and configure numerical parameters from Leased-line modem for communications over
the keypad. customer-owned or leased lines.
Dial-up modem for communications over a
telephone network.
AGA #1 372.91
Flow Today I/O modules can be added to satisfy a variety of field
I/O requirements. The types of modules that can be
Sample FloBoss 407 Display used are:
Analog Input (loop, differential, or source).
Two ports on the FloBoss 407 are intended for Analog Output.
remote communications with either a host computer
Discrete Input (source or isolated).
or peer devices. The first communications port has a
built-in EIA-232 serial interface. The second port Discrete Output (source or isolated).
uses a communications card (see Options) to provide Normal or Slow Pulse Input (source or isolated).
the type of remote communications suited to the site. Relay Output.
Sockets on the processor board allow the optional
RTD Input.
communications card to be added easily.
HART Interface.
Screw terminals on the I/O board provide Serial I/O (Gas Chromatograph application).
terminations for input power, field I/O, and remote
communications. Two diagnostic inputs are
dedicated to monitoring input power and board
temperature.
An LED (Light-emitting diode) indicator on the
processor board shows the device status. Another
LED on the I/O board indicates whether the input
power is on or off.
The die-cast enclosure protects the electronics from
physical damage and harsh environments. The
upper and lower doors of the enclosure, as well as
the keypad door, all have gasket seals. The
enclosure can be fastened to a wall or panel, or
mounted on a pipestand.
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FloBoss 407 Flow Manager Specifications

PROCESSOR ANALOG INPUTS (CONTINUED)
NEC V25+ running at 10 MHz. Voltage: 0 to 5 V dc, software configurable. 4 to 20
mA, with a 250 Ω resistor installed across terminals
MEMORY
“+” and “–”.
Program: 512 KB flash ROM (electrically
programmable) for firmware, configuration, and Accuracy: 0.1% over operating temperature range.
such. Impedance: One MΩ.
Data: 512 KB battery-backed SRAM. Filter: Double-pole, low-pass.
Memory Reset: When used during power-up, Reset Resolution: 12 bits.
switch initializes communication port hardware and Conversion Time: 30 microseconds.
communications port processing for all ports.
PULSE INPUT (BUILT-IN)
TIME FUNCTIONS Quantity/Type: One high-speed source or isolated
Clock Type: 32 kHz crystal oscillator with regulated pulse counter input when PI jumper is set.
supply, battery-backed. Year/Month/Day and Terminals: “+T” source power, “+” positive input, “–”
Hour/Minute/Second. negative input (common).
Clock Accuracy: 0.01%. Voltage: 8 to 30 V dc (ON state); 0 to 4 V dc (OFF
Watchdog Timer: Hardware monitor expires after 1.2 state).
seconds and resets the processor. Processor restart Frequency: 10 kHz maximum.
is automatic. Sample Period: 50 milliseconds minimum.
DIAGNOSTICS MVS INTERFACE
These values are monitored and alarmed: RAM Type: High-speed, multi-drop, serial interface with
validity/operation, analog input mid-scale voltage,
power for as many as four MVS units located up to
power input voltage, and board temperature. 1220 m (4000 ft) from the FloBoss 407 unit.
COMMUNICATIONS PORTS Terminals: “A” and “B” for data; “+” and “–” for power.
Operator Interface: EIA-232 (RS-232D) format. Polling Period: 1 second maximum.
Software configured; 300 to 19,200 bps rate
selectable. Screw-cap protected connector. I/O MODULES (OPTIONAL)
COM1: EIA-232 (RS-232D) format for general use. Four slots provided for optional I/O modules. Any type
Software configured; 300 to 9600 bps rate and combination of I/O modules can be used.
selectable. Eight-terminal connector provided on FRONT-PANEL USER INTERFACE
I/O board. Display: 2 line by 20 character LCD. Overall size is 19
COM2: Serial or modem interface, with optional mm by 82.6 mm (0.75 in by 3.25 in).
communications card. Nine-terminal connector Keypad: 15 multi-function, membrane keys. Keys
provided on I/O board. allow numerical entries.
POWER ENVIRONMENTAL
Input: 11 to 30 V dc. 0.8 W typical, excluding power Operating Temperature: –40 to 75°C (–40 to 167°F),
for input sourcing, I/O modules, MVS, and communi- excluding display, which is –20 to 70°C (–4 to
cations card. 158°F).
Loop/Source: Normally 23 V dc minimum provided for Storage Temperature: –50 to 85°C (–58 to 185°F).
transmitter power at the “+T” terminals (25 mA Operating Humidity: To 95% non-condensing.
maximum) and at the “A” terminals on the modular
I/O channels. Can be 12 V dc by jumper setting. Vibration: Less than 0.1% effect on overall accu-
racy when tested to SAMA PMC 31.1, Section 5.3,
ANALOG INPUTS (BUILT-IN) Condition 3.
Quantity/Type: 1 or 2 single-ended voltage-sense EMC Emissions: Meets FCC Part 15 Class A and
(current loop if scaling resistor is used). EN 50022 Level A in accordance with EN50081-2
Terminals: “+T” loop power, “+” positive input, “–” (1993).
negative input (common).
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FloBoss 407 Flow Manager Specifications

DIMENSIONS WEIGHT
Overall: 305 mm H by 236 mm W by 112 mm D FloBoss 407: 3.2 kg (7 lb).
(12.0 in. H by 9.3 in. W by 4.4 in. D).
APPROVALS
Wall Mounting: 71 mm W by 308 mm H (2.8 in. W by
Standard Version: Approved by CSA for hazardous
12.1 in. H) between mounting hole centers. Mounting
locations Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and
hole diameter is 9.4 mm (0.37 in.); each mounting hole
D, T4, and C US.
is 15.5 mm (0.61 in.) long.
Measurement Canada Version:
Pipestand Mounting: Mounts on 2-inch pipe with
U-bolt mounting kit (included). Approved by Measurement (Industry) Canada for
gas custody transfer, in addition to approval by
ENCLOSURE CSA for hazardous locations (see Standard
Die-cast low-copper aluminum alloy with four 1/2-14 Version). Note that I/O modules must not be used
inch NPT holes in bottom. Single-piece gasketed to supply flow inputs to the FloBoss in a
doors. Coated with ANSI 61 gray polyurethane Measurement Canada installation.
paint. Meets CSA Type 4X rating.

FloBoss 407 NPT holes

Accessories
Padlock Adaptor
Accessory items are available for the FloBoss 407
A kit is available for standard FloBoss 407 units that
that provide power, sensing, and other capabilities.
allows a padlock to be used to secure the
They include an interface cable (needed for local
electronics (upper) door. The adaptor is made of
configuration) and I/O channel Lightning Protection
stainless steel and accommodates a 1/4-inch shank
Modules. See your local sales representative for
padlock that has a maximum body width of 1.5
more information.
inches.

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