Electromagnetic Flow Meter

M5000

MAG-UM-00219-EN-17 (June 2021) User Manual

Electromagnetic Flow Meter M5000

CONTENTS

Safety Precautions and Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Basic Safety Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Rigging, Lifting and Moving Large Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

System Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Operating Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Amplifier Mounting Configuration Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Meter Mounted Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Mount Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Submersible Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Meter Location, Orientation and Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Remote Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Temperature Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Protection Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pipelines and Fluid Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Meter Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Vertical Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Horizontal Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Straight Pipe Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Pipe Reducer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chemical Injection Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Partially-Filled Pipe Situations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Meter Gaskets and Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Meter/Pipeline Connection Gaskets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Meter Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Conductive Pipe Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Non-Conductive Pipe Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Pipelines with Cathodic Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Electrically Disturbed Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Wiring Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Opening the Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Battery Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Remote Mount Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Signal Cable Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Configuring Input/Output (I/O) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Circuit Board Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Function Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Access the Programming Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

M5000 Main Menu Programming Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Navigating the Initial Main Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Programming Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Meter Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Measure Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Inputs/Outputs Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Communication Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Battery Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Miscellaneous Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Information Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Faults Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Setting a PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Activating the Security Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Logging Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
PIN Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Cleaning the Flow Tube and Electrode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Replacing Circuit Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Errors and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Connecting an ORION RTR® Endpoint to the M5000 Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Connecting an ORION Encoder Endpoint to the M5000 Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
M5000 Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
M5000 Amplifier Dimensions in Inches (Millimeters) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Detector Type VI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Error Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

OIML Approved Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

MID Approved Meter (MI-001) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

Some procedures in this manual require special safety considerations. In such cases, the text is emphasized with the
following symbols:

Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious personal injury.

WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious personal injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate personal injury or
damage to property.

Basic Safety Recommendations

Before installing or using this product, read this instruction manual thoroughly. Only qualified personnel should install and/or
repair this product. If a fault appears, contact your distributor.
The electromagnetic flow meter is only suitable for the measurement of conductive fluids. The manufacturer is not liable for
damages that result from improper use or from use that is not in accordance with the requirements.
The meters are constructed according to state-of-the-art technology and tested operationally reliable. They have left the
factory in a faultless condition concerning safety regulations.
Installation
Do not place any unit on an unstable surface that may allow it to fall.
Never place the units above a radiator or heating unit.
Route all cabling away from potential hazards.
Isolate from the mains before removing any covers.
Setup and Operation
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage, incorrect operation or loss of data.
RoHs
Our products are RoHs compliant.
Battery Disposal
The batteries contained in our products need to be disposed of per your local legislation according to
EU directive 2006/66/EG.

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Unpacking and Inspection

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

Follow these guidelines when unpacking the equipment.
• If a shipping container shows any sign of damage, have the shipper present when you unpack the meter.
• Follow all unpacking, lifting and moving instructions associated with the shipping container.
• Open the container and remove all packing materials. Store the shipping container and packing
materials in the event the unit needs to be shipped for service.
• Verify that the shipment matches the packing list and your order form.
• Inspect the meter for any signs of shipping damage, scratches, or loose or broken parts.
NOTE: If the unit was damaged in transit, it is your responsibility to request an inspection report from the carrier within 48
hours. You must then file a claim with the carrier and contact Badger Meter for appropriate repairs or replacement.
• All detectors with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) liners are shipped with a liner protector on each end to maintain proper
form of the PTFE material during shipping and storage.
NOTE: Do not remove the liner protectors until you are ready to install.
• Storage: If the meter is to be stored, place it in its original container in a dry, sheltered location. Storage temperature
ranges are: –40…160° F (–40…70° C).

Rigging, Lifting and Moving Large Units

WHEN RIGGING, LIFTING OR MOVING LARGE UNITS, FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES:

• DO NOT lift or move a meter by its amplifier, junction box or cables.
• Use a crane rigged with soft straps to lift and move meters with flow tubes that are between two inches and eight inches
(50 mm and 200 mm). Place the straps around the detector body, between the flanges, on each side of the detector.
• Use the lifting lugs when lifting meter flow tubes that are 10 inches (250 mm) in diameter or larger.

Place straps between flanges. Use lifting lugs with 10-inch or larger meters.
Figure 1: Rigging large units

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• Use the sling-rigged method to lift large detectors into a vertical position while they are still crated. Use this method to
position while they are still crated. Use this method to position large detectors vertically into pipelines.

Figure 2: Sling-rigged lifting methods

• Do not lift a detector with a forklift by positioning the detector body on the forks, with the flanges extending beyond the
lift. This could dent the housing or damage the internal coil assemblies.
• Never place forklift forks, rigging chains, straps, slings, hooks or other lifting devices inside or through the detector's flow
tube to hoist the unit. This could damage the isolating liner.

Do not lift detector with forklift. Do not lift or rig lifting devices through detector.
Figure 3: Lifting and rigging cautions

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System Description

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The Badger Meter model M5000 electromagnetic flow meter is intended for fluid metering in most industries including
potable water, reclaimed water, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and chemical. The meter can measure all fluids with
electric conductivity of at least 5 µS/cm (20 µS/cm for demineralized water) and is highly accurate. Measuring results depend
on density, temperature and pressure.
The basic components of an electromagnetic flow meter are:
• The detector, which includes the flow tube, isolating liner and measuring electrodes.
• The amplifier, which is the electronic device responsible for the signal processing, flow calculation, display and
output signals.

Figure 4: Amplifier and detector

The construction materials of the wetted parts (liner and electrodes) should be appropriate for the specifications on the
intended type of service. We recommend that you review all of the compatibilities consistent with the specifications.
Each meter is factory tested and calibrated. A calibration certificate is included with each meter.

OPERATING PRINCIPLE
In accordance with Faraday’s induction principle, electric voltage is induced in a conductor moving through a magnetic
field. In case of the electromagnetic flow measurement, the moving conductor is replaced by the flowing fluid. Two opposite
measuring electrodes conduct the induced voltage which is proportional to flow velocity to the amplifier. Flow volume is
calculated based on pipe diameter.

AMPLIFIER MOUNTING CONFIGURATION OPTIONS

Meter Mounted Configuration
The meter mount configuration has the amplifier mounted directly on the detector. This compact, self-contained
configuration minimizes installation wiring.

Remote Mount Configuration

The remote mount configuration places the amplifier at a location away from the fluid flow and detector. This is necessary in
situations where process fluid temperature or the environment exceeds amplifier ratings.
The detector and amplifier are connected by wires, run through conduit, between junction boxes on the detector and the
amplifier. The distance between the detector junction box and amplifier junction box can be up to 100 feet (30 meters). A
remote mounting bracket is supplied.

Submersible Option
If you are installing the meter in a vault, order the remote amplifier option. Do not install the amplifier inside a vault. We also
recommend ordering the remote meter package with the submersible option (NEMA 6P/IP68) to eliminate any potential
problems resulting from humidity or temporary flooding in the vault.
NOTE: NEMA 6P/IP68 enclosures are constructed for indoor or outdoor use to provide protection against access to
hazardous parts, and to provide a degree of protection against ingress of solid foreign objects and water (hose
directed water and the entry of water during prolonged submersion at a limited depth). They provide an additional
level of protection against corrosion and are not damaged by the external formation of ice on the enclosure.

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METER LOCATION, ORIENTATION AND APPLICATIONS

The M5000 provides two amplifier mounting options: a meter mounted option and a remote option.

Meter mounted option Remote option

Figure 5: Amplifier mounting options

Remote Option
Use a remote amplifier in the following situations:
• Detector protection class IP 68
• Detector to be mounted in a vault (see note on previous page)
• Fluid temperature is greater than 212° F (100° C)
• Strong vibrations at meter location
Remote Amplifier Outdoor Location
The amplifier can be installed and operated outdoors. However, it must be protected from the elements, as follows:
• The ambient environment/temperature rating for the unit is –4…140° F (–20…60° C).
• If an indoor location is within 100 feet (30 meters) of the detector, consider increasing the cable length (up to 100 ft)and
mounting the amplifier indoors.
• At minimum, fabricate a roof or shield over and/or around the amplifier to protect the LCD display screen from
direct sunlight.
• Do not install the signal cable close to power cables, electric machines, and more.
• Secure the signal cables. Due to capacity changes, cable movements may result in incorrect measurements.

Temperature Ranges
• To prevent the meter from any damage, strictly observe the amplifier’s and detector’s maximum temperature ranges.
• In regions with extremely high ambient temperatures, it is recommended to protect the detector.
• In cases where fluid temperature exceeds 212° F (100° C), use the remote amplifier option.
Amplifier Ambient temperature –4…140° F (–20…60° C)
PTFE / PFA –40…302° F (–40…150° C)
Detector Fluid temperature Hard rubber 32…176° F (0…80° C)
Soft rubber 32…176° F (0…80° C)

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Protection Class
The device has protection class IP 67, optional IP 68. In order to fulfill requirements in respect of the protection class, follow
these guidelines:
• Body seals must be undamaged and in proper condition.
• All of the body screws must be firmly screwed.
• Outer diameters of the used wiring cables must correspond to cable inlets (for M20 Ø 7…12 mm). In cases where cable
inlet is not used, put on a dummy plug.
• Tighten cable inlets.
• If possible, lead the cable downwards to avoid humidity going into cable inlet.
• We normally deliver the meter in accordance with protection class IP 67. If you require a higher protection class, use the
remote version. If requested, we can also deliver the detector in IP 68.

Pipelines and Fluid Flow

Take the following precautions during installation:
• Do not install the meter on pipes with extreme pipe vibrations. If pipes are vibrating, secure the piping with
appropriate pipe supports in front of and behind the meter. If vibrations cannot be restrained, mount the amplifier in a
remote location.
• Do not install the detector close to pipeline valves, fittings or impediments that can cause flow disturbances.
• For detectors with PTFE liners, do not install the detector on suction sides of pumps.
• Do not install the detector on outlet sides of piston or diaphragm pumps. Pulsating flow can affect meter performance.
• Avoid installing the detector near equipment that produces electrical interference such as electric motors, transformers,
variable frequency and power cables.
• Verify that both ends of the signal cables are securely fastened.
• Place power cables and signal cables in separate conduits. Do not install the signal cable close to other sources of
electricity, such as power cables or electric machines.
• Place the meter where there is enough access for installation and maintenance tasks.

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Meter Orientation
Mag meters can operate accurately in any pipeline orientation and can measure volumetric flow in forward and reverse
directions, as long as the pipe is completely full.
NOTE: A "Forward Flow" direction arrow is printed on the detector label.

Vertical Placement
Mag meters perform best when placed vertically, with liquid flowing upward and meter electrodes in a closed, full pipe.

Figure 6: Vertical placement

Vertical placement allows the pipe to remain completely full, even in low flow, low pressure applications, and it prevents
solids build-up, sediment deposit and accumulation on the liner and electrodes.
NOTE: Carefully observe the “Forward Flow” label on the meter body and install the meter accordingly. When installed
vertically, rotate amplifier so that cable glands are facing down.

Horizontal Placement
M5000 meters are equipped with an Empty Pipe Electrode
Detection feature. If an empty pipe electrode mounted Plane
in the pipe is not covered by fluid for five seconds, the
meter displays an Empty Pipe Detection condition. The Electrode
Plane
meter sends out an error message and stops measuring
flow. When the electrode is again covered with fluid,
the error message disappears and the meter resumes RIGHT WRONG
measuring. Figure 7: Horizontal placement

When installing the meter on a horizontal pipe, mount the detector to the pipe with the flow-measuring electrode axis in a
horizontal plane (three and nine o’clock). This placement helps prevent solids build-up, sediment deposit and accumulation
on the electrodes.
Straight Pipe Requirements
Sufficient straight-pipe runs are required at the FLOWMETER

detector inlet and outlet for optimum meter accuracy D (Pipe Size) D (Pipe Size)

and performance. An equivalent of 3…7 diameters of FORWARD FLOW

straight pipe is required on the inlet (upstream) side to

provide a stable flow profile. Two diameters are required ELBOW
TEE
on the outlet (downstream) side. GATE VALVE
(FULLY OPEN)
3xD
MINIMUM STRAIGHT PIPE
2xD
MINIMUM STRAIGHT PIPE
CHECK VALVE
GLOBE VALVE ELBOW
BUTTERFLY VALVE 7xD STANDARD CONCENTRIC
TEE
PUMP MINIMUM STRAIGHT PIPE REDUCERS
ANY VALVE
(NO DISTANCE REQUIRED)

MINIMUM PIPING REQUIREMENT

Figure 8: Straight pipe requirements

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Pipe Reducer Requirements

With pipe reducers, a smaller meter can be mounted in larger pipelines. This arrangement may increase low-flow accuracy.
There are no special requirements for standard, concentric pipe reducers.
Custom fabricated pipe reducers must have a maximum slope angle of 8 degrees to minimize flow disturbances and excessive
loss of head. If this is not possible, install the custom pipe reducers as if they were fittings and install the required amount of
straight pipe.
Flow Meter Diameter ratio d/D
D (Pipe Size)
D (Pipe Size)

Forward Flow

Pressure Drop in mbar

Custom Fabricated
Reducers Standard Concentric
(8 Degree Slope Angle) Reducers
(No Distance Required)
Figure 9: Pipe reducer requirements

Diameter Ratio d/D

Figure 10: Pressure loss chart

Chemical Injection Applications

For water line applications with a chemical injection point, install the meter upstream of the injection point. This eliminates
any meter performance issues.

Figure 11: Chemical injection point downstream of meter

If a meter must be installed downstream of a chemical injection connection, the distance between the flange and the
injection point should be between 50 and 100 feet (15 and 30 meters). The distance must be long enough to allow the water
or chemical solution to reach the meter in a complete, homogeneous mixture.

Figure 12: Chemical injection point upstream of meter

If the injection point is too close, the meter senses the two different conductivities for each liquid. This can cause inaccurate
measurements. The injection method—spaced bursts, continuous stream of drips, liquid or gas—can also affect downstream
readings by the meter.

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Partially-Filled Pipe Situations

In some locations, the process pipe may be momentarily only partially filled. Examples include: lack of back pressure,
insufficient line pressure and gravity flow applications.
To eliminate these situations:
• Do not install the meter at the highest point of the pipeline.
• Do not install the meter in a vertical, downward flow section of pipe.
• Always position the ON/OFF valves on the downstream side of the meter.
• Turn ON Empty Pipe for applications or installations where the pipe is sometimes empty.
• Do not install the detector on the suction side of pumps. This could damage the liner (in particular PTFE liners).
• Do not install the detector on pipes with vibrations. If pipes are strongly vibrating, use a remote version.

WRONG RIGHT
WRONG RIGHT

FLOW
FLOW
FLOW

FLOW

Do not install in a vertical, downward position. Position "On/Off" valves on downstream side.
Figure 13: Incorrect meter placement Figure 14: Position valves on downstream side

To minimize the possibility of partially-full pipe flows in horizontal, gravity or low pressure applications, create a pipe
arrangement that allows the detector to remain full of liquid at all times.

Figure 15: Pipe positioned to keep water in detector

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METER GASKETS AND GROUNDING

Consider gasket and grounding requirements when determining the meter location, orientation and application. Ground all
units to eliminate risk of electric shock.

FAILURE TO PROPERLY GROUND A UNIT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THAT UNIT OR DATA STORED WITHIN IT.

Meter/Pipeline Connection Gaskets

Install gaskets (not provided) between the detector's isolating liner and the
pipeline flange to ensure a proper and secure hydraulic seal. Use gaskets that
are compatible with the fluid. Center each gasket on the flange to avoid flow
restrictions or turbulence in the line.
During installation, do not use graphite or any electrically conductive sealing
compound to hold the gaskets. This could compromise the accuracy of the
measuring signal.
GASKETS RECOMMENDED
If you are using a grounding ring (as Badger Meter recommends) in the detector/ Figure 16: Meter/pipeline connection gaskets
pipeline connection, place the ring between two gaskets. (See "Non-Conductive
Pipe Grounding" on page 15.)

Meter Grounding
Process pipeline material can be either electrically conductive (metal) or not electrically conductive (made of or lined with
PVC, fiberglass or concrete).
IMPORTANT
It is essential that the mag meter amplifier’s input ground (zero voltage reference) be electrically connected to the liquid media and
to a good, solid earth ground reference.
Potential Equalization
In order to obtain an accurate measurement, detector and fluid need to be on the same electric potential.
If flange or intermediate flange versions with additional grounding electrode are used, grounding is provided by the
connected pipeline.
• If a type of meter with a flange connection cable (min. 4 mm²) between the grounding screw on the meter’s flange and
the counter flange is to be used in addition to the fixing screws, verify that the electric connection is complete.
• Color or corrosion on the counter flange may have a negative effect on the electric connection.

Conductive Pipe Grounding

To achieve an adequate ground, the meter body MUST be electrically connected to the liquid media. The mag meter flanges
are provided with grounding bolts for this purpose.
If the pipe material is electrically conductive, simply install grounding straps between these grounding bolts and the
mating flanges.
These grounding straps must be copper wire, at least 12 AWG size. They must be connected on both sides (inlet and outlet) of
the detector and to a local, earth ground.
To provide a good electrical connection at the mating flanges, Badger Meter recommends that you drill and tap the flanges
and install a grounding screw (not provided).

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Non-Conductive Pipe Grounding

IMPORTANT
If the process pipe is not electrically conductive (PVC, fiberglass, cement-lined pipes or any other non-conductive material) and the
meter was not originally ordered with an optional grounding electrode, you must install a pair of grounding rings between the
mating flanges at both ends of the meter. See the following illustration.

In this case, connect the grounding straps to both of the grounding rings and GROUNDING RING

to a good, solid earth ground. Grounding rings are available in stainless steel.
GROUNDING RING

If your fluid is too aggressive for stainless steel, order a meter with the optional
grounding electrode in a material compatible with the fluid.

GASKETS RECOMMENDED

Figure 17: Non-conductive pipe grounding

Pipelines with Cathodic Protection

For pipelines with cathodic protection, install the meter potential-
free. No electric connection from the meter to the pipeline
system may exist and the power supply is to be provided via
isolating transformer.

USE GROUNDING ELECTRODES. INSTALL GROUNDING RINGS

ISOLATED FROM THE PIPELINE.
OBSERVE NATIONAL RULES REGARDING
Figure 18: Potential-free installation
POTENTIAL‑FREE INSTALLATIONS.
Electrically Disturbed Environment
If the pipe material is in an electrically disturbed environment or if
metallic pipelines that are not grounded are used, we recommend a
grounding as shown in the following picture in order to make sure PE
that measurement is not influenced.

BA5000-20-MID
6 mm² Cu
Figure 19: Grounding for electrically disturbed environment

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WIRING
Wiring Safety
WARNING
• Disconnect power to the unit before attempting any connection or service.
• Do not bundle or route signal lines with power lines.
• Use twisted pair shielded wire for all output wiring.
• For the 4 × M20 cable inlets, only use flexible electric cables.
• Observe all applicable, local electrical codes.

Opening the Cover

The M5000 amplifier's design lets you open the cover

without completely removing it.
Follow these steps:
1. Completely remove the top two screws from the
amplifier using a blade/slotted screwdriver.
2. Loosen both of the bottom screws so that the round
head of each screw clears the top face of the cover.
3. Pull the cover down to the open position.

Figure 20: Remove two screws Figure 21: Open the cover

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POWER
The M5000 can be powered with:
• Battery only (2 D-cells or 4 D-cells)
• 100…240V AC (with battery back-up)
• 9…36V DC (with battery back-up)

Battery
Use a two D-cell battery pack for sizes 1/2…6 in. (DN 15…150) or a double two D-cell battery pack for sizes 8…24 in. (DN
200…600). For backup battery options, see "Battery Backup" on page 18.
The meter is delivered with the battery unplugged. It must be plugged in before using the meter. The connection jack is
located by the symbol "BAT“ on the board.

Figure 22: Battery connection Figure 23: Battery plugged in

Battery Life
NOTE: The battery life strongly depends on ambient temperature, sampling rate and the number of outputs used.
Standard Battery Pack
Sampling Expected Life
1s 8 months
4s 2.7 years
8s 5.3 years
15 s 10 years
These calculations are for a standard battery pack, with two D-size batteries, with communication and outputs OFF, at a
temperature of 77º F (25º C). See "Battery Level Indicators" on page 25.

Battery Replacement
1. Go to Main Menu > Misc > Battery > Change and select the capacity of the battery pack to be installed (see label on the
battery pack 19 Ah, 38 Ah or 70 Ah). Press E to quit. The display freezes (no reaction by pressing any button).
2. Open the cover.
3. Remove all connectors (detector and outputs).
4. Remove all 4 screws of the main board, remove the circuit board and disconnect the old battery.
5. Remove the old battery and wait about 2 minutes before replacing it with a new one (LCD display should be off ).
6. Plug the battery connector into the back of the main board and reinstall the circuit board.
7. Replace all the plugs.
8. Close the cover tight.
9. Check time and date (Main Menu > Misc > Time and Main Menu > Misc > Date DMY).
10. Check capacity of battery (Main Menu > Misc > Battery AH). The first value is the used capacity, which should be 0.0. The
second value is the capacity of the battery pack. Battery AH is a read-only parameter.
NOTE: Totalizers and configuration remain unaffected during battery replacement.

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Figure 24: Amplifier housing components – exploded view

Battery Backup
The backup battery option allows the meter to run using the backup battery power in case of power loss. The meter ships
with an unplugged backup battery. Make sure that any power cables are of a sufficiently high current rating. If in doubt,
contact your distributor.

DO NOT INSTALL THE METER UNDER VOLTAGE

1. Connect the power supply according to the terminal marking.
L+ PE N- L+ PE N-

90…264V AC (50/60Hz) 9…36V DC

NOTE: The safety fuse is soldered on the electronic board (1.6 A slow).

Figure 25: Power supply terminals Figure 26: Backup battery location
2. Connect the battery to the connection socket on the power supply board. See Figure 26.

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INSTALLATION
For detectors with PTFE liner, do not remove protective cap on the flange until shortly before installation.

Remote Mount Installation

Mount Bracket to Amplifier
1. Align bracket-mounting holes with amplifier mounting holes.
2. Attach bracket to amplifier with supplied screws. Torque the screws to 80 inch-pounds.
Wiring Configuration

Connection on the amplifier

1. Open the cover of the amplifier.
2. Push both cables through two different cable glands as shown in Figure 27.

Figure 27: Cables in cable glands

3. The cable entry should be done as shown in Figure 28.

Figure 28: Cable entry

4. Connect the cables to the corresponding plugs on the left side of the board as
shown in Figure 29.
5. Close cover tight.

Figure 29: Cables to plugs

Connection on the detector

1. Loosen fixing screws of the connection cover and remove cover.
2. Push both cables through two different cable glands.
3. The cable entry should be done as shown in Figure 30.

Figure 30: Cable entry

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4. Connect the cables to the corresponding plugs on the left side of the board as
shown in Figure 31. SHIELD 44
EMPTY PIPE 40
44 SHIELD
40 EMPTY PIPE

5. Close junction box cover again firmly. Shield 44 44 Shield

ELECTRODE 46 46 ELECTRODE
Shield 44
44 Shield
ELECTRODE 45
45 ELECTRODE

From
To Amplifier
Detector

13 SHIELD
Shield 13
12 COIL
COIL 12
COIL 11 11 COIL

Badger Meter

BA16MID
R

JBOX - PRIMO
REMOTE - REV1

Figure 31: Cables to plugs

Wiring for Remote Configuration

Remote style M5000 amplifier models can be ordered with standard cables measuring 15, 30, 50 and 100 feet (5, 10, 15, and
30 m).
Junction Box
Terminal Description Wire Color
11 C1 Coil C1 Brown
12 C2 Coil C2 White
13 N/A Not Used
40 EP Empty pipe detection Red
44* ⏚ Shielding electrode —
44* ⏚ Shielding electrode Green
45 E1 Electrode E1 White
46 E2 Electrode E2 Black
*Connections with number 44 are on the same potential.

M5000 AMPLIFIER

RED

RED

Figure 32: Wiring for remote configuration

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Signal Cable Specification

• Only use signal cables delivered by Badger Meter or corresponding cable in accordance with the following specification.
• Take maximum signal cable length between detector and amplifier into account (keep distance as low as possible).
Electrode Cable
Distance Type Capacity
Maximum 30 m RGB DY 5 × Kx 0.4/1.8 60 nF/km
Temperature range –10 bis +80° C

5 m - 30 m

BA5000-23eMID
Coil Cable
Distance Type Resistance
Maximum 30 m 1 × (2 × 0.34 mm²) < 115 Ω/km
PVC cable Typ Li2YCY (TP)
Temperature range –5 bis +70° C

BA5000-25eMID
5 m - 30 m

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Configuring Input/Output (I/O)

CONFIGURING INPUT/OUTPUT (I/O)

This section describes wiring the following M5000 outputs:
• Digital outputs
• Communication
When the sensor and the amplifier have been wired, wire any outputs to the M5000 amplifier.
Follow all of the safety precautions and local code to prevent electrical shock and damage to the electronic components.

Circuit Board Diagram

Rx
Tx RS 232
GND
E1

+
- IN
E2

+
OUT 4
EP

-
+
- OUT 3
+
-
OUT 2
C2C1

+
- OUT 1

M-BUS
Exit
Save

Figure 33: Configuring input/output

Input/Output Description Terminal

Output 1 Passive maximum 30V DC, 20 mA OUT1 (+) and (–)
Maximum frequency 100 Hz
Output 2 Passive maximum 30V DC, 20 mA OUT2 (+) and (–)
Maximum frequency 100 Hz
Output 3 Passive maximum 30V DC, 20 mA OUT3 (+) and (–)
Maximum frequency 100 Hz
Output 4 Passive maximum 30V DC, 20 mA OUT4 (+) and (–)
Maximum frequency 100 Hz
Can be used with digital input as an ADE interface.
RS232 Modbus RTU RxD, TxD, GND
IN Digital input 3…35V DC IN (+) and (–)
M-Bus M-Bus interface No polarity
NOTE: The M5000 meter also supports Modbus RTU RS485 communication. Modbus RTU communication options must be
selected at time of order or can be ordered as a service part. See the “M5000 Modbus Communication Protocol Memory
Map Application Data Sheet”, available at www.badgermeter.com.

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Jumper Location

JP2

JP1 jumper for

password activation

JP1

Figure 34: JP1 location

Digital Output Wiring Diagrams

Positive Pulse Logic Negative Pulse Logic

Figure 35: Digital output wiring diagram

Digital Output Selections

Output 1 Output 2 Output 3 Output 4

Flow direction
Forward Pulse Output Reverse Pulse Output
(Forward vs. Reverse)
Flow Setpoint Flow Setpoint
(0…100% of full scale, resolution 1%) (0…100% of full scale, resolution 1%)
Empty pipe alarm Empty pipe alarm
ADE
Error alarm Error alarm
Off
Test
Can be used with AMR when the pulse width is set to
—
50 milliseconds.
Outputs are configurable for Pulses/Unit (PPU) and Pulse Width (PW). The PW is configurable from 5…500 milliseconds, with a
frequency limit of 100 Hz. PPU displays using an automatically selected resolution.
The high/low flow alarm functionality is configurable for maximum and minimum setpoints as a percentage of full-scale flow.
Configurable values are settable from 0…100% in 1% increments.
=

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USER INTERFACE
The M5000 amplifier is pre-programmed from the factory. No additional programming is necessary, however, for special
features, the meter can be programmed for specific requirements.

Function Buttons
All M5000 programming is accomplished using the three function buttons located on the
front of the amplifier. Screen navigation and digit and parameter selection is performed by a
combination of these three buttons.
The up-arrow button allows scrolling through nine menu screens. This button is also used to advance numerical digits to
change values, such as frequency, period and EP level as well as toggle on-off conditions and flow directions.
The right-arrow button allows digit selection from left to right and allows selecting either the top row of the display or the
bottom row (the bottom row is active when flashing).
The EXIT SAVE button allows the saving of changed values and conditions, toggling between the upper and lower display
lines and returning to a previous menu.

Access the Programming Menu

To access the measuring mode for parametering, please press the key up-arrow button as long as necessary until “Menue” is
displayed on the second line.

Select Programming

Now press right-arrow button to select this menu point.

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Display
The top row displays seven digits for specific values on each screen and the bottom row
displays meter and register condition icons and current screen descriptions.

Icons

Battery status

Communication interface is activated (RS232, IrDA, M-Bus)

Meter is unlocked
Error message
Empty pipe detection
Battery back-up (external power supply)

Battery Level Indicators

The battery icon indicates three levels of capacity:

OK

Replacement of battery recommended

No measurement

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M5000 MAIN MENU PROGRAMMING OPTIONS

The following M5000 programming options are available from the Main Menu:
• Meter Setup
• Measure
• In/Out
• Communication
• Battery
• Miscellaneous
• Information
• Pin
• Faults
The applicable security level for each menu option is indicated as follows:

A Administrative

S Service

U User

Parameters indicated by the battery icon affect battery performance.

Navigating the Initial Main Screens

From the main display, press EXIT/SAVE to go back to the Flow Rate screen or press the UP arrow to scroll through
the following:
Option Description
Flow screen Displays flow rate in selected units (for example, Gallons or Cubic Feet)
m/s Displays flow in meter/second (factory programmed)
Percent Percent of full scale flow
T1+ Total forward flow (in bidirectional mode)
T1– Total reverse flow (in bidirectional mode)
T1N Total net flow (in bidirectional mode)
T2+ Total forward flow (in bidirectional mode, non-resettable)
T2– Total reverse flow (in bidirectional mode, non-resettable)
T2N Total net flow (in bidirectional mode, non-resettable)
Login Login when security is active
Main Menu Access to Main Menu

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Menu Structure
Flow rate
M/S
Percent
T1+
T1-
T1n
T2+
T2-
T2n

Login

MainMenu MeterSet Calibration Diameter

Detector Factor
Scale Factor Detector Zero
Frequency Amplifier Factor
Period Coil Current

Empty Pipe det. On Off

Threshold
Measured

Measure FlowUnit
Totalizer Unit
Full Scale
CutOff
Flow Direction
Totalizer1 Reset
Median
Average
FiltDisp
Off
Input/Outputs Simulation Reset Tot
Dig Input Zero Flow

Puls/Unit
Width
Outputs Frequency
SetMin
SetMax
OutFunction #1
Communication OutFunction #2
Battery OutFunction #3
Misc OutFunction #4
Info OutType #1
Pin OutType #2
Faults OutType #3
OutType #4

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MainMenu MeterSet
Measure
Input/Outputs Simulation
Dig Input
Outputs Puls/Unit
Width
Frequency
SetMin
SetMax
OutFunction #1 Off
Test
MinMax
EmptyPipe
ErrorAlarm
Forward
Loopback
Battery Alarm

OutFunction #2 Off
Test
MinMax
EmptyPipe
ErrorAlarm
Reverse
Loopback
Battery Alarm

OutFunction #3 Off
Test
MinMax
EmptyPipe
ErrorAlarm
Direction
Loopback
Battery Alarm

OutFunction #4 Off
Test
MinMax
EmptyPipe
ErrorAlarm
ADE
Loopback
Battery Alarm

OutType #1 Normally Open

Normally Close

OutType #2 Normally Open

Normally Close
Communication
Battery OutType #3 Normally Open
Misc Normally Close
Info
Pin OutType #4 Normally Open
Faults Normally Close

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MainMenu MeterSet
Measure
Outputs/Input

Comunication Interface Off

Irda
Serial Serial
Modbus M-Bus
M-Bus
ADE

Battery Power up counter

Voltage
Life time
Operation time
Capacity Ah
Capacity %
Limit %
Battery change

MISC Settling Time in ms

Language English
German
Czech
Spanish
French
Date DMY Russian
Time
EEPROM Format

Restart Execute
HDD Free
Polar CVJ
DataLog
LCD Test

Info SerialNumber
Version
Compilation Date
OPT CRC
APP CRC
OIML mode

Pin Pins Control

User
Service
Admin
Rand On
Emergenc Off

Faults Pre-Amplifier
Coil
Empty pipe
MEAST IM
VolOver

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PROGRAMMING MENUS
Meter Setup Menu
Meter Setup
Calibration Diameter Factory set. In the event the amplifier is replaced, verify that the pipe
[Diameter] diameter matches the installed pipe size.

A
Detector Factor Factory set. Compensates for accuracy error as a result of the
[Det Fact] installed detector.
In the event the amplifier is replaced, this parameter must be
A reprogrammed with the original detector factor.
Detector Zero Factory set. Compensates for accuracy error as a result of the
[Det Zero] installed detector.
In the event the amplifier is replaced, this parameter must be
A reprogrammed with the original detector zero.
Amplifier Factor Factory set and Read Only. Compensates for accuracy error as a result of
[Amp Fact] the installed amplifier.
Read only
Coil Current Factory set and Read Only. Compensates for accuracy error as a result of
[Coil Cur] the installed amplifier.
Read only
Scale Factor Changing the scale factor lets you adjust the meter´s accuracy without disturbing parameters set
[Scale] by the factory. You can tune the meter to meet changing application requirements.
Can be adjusted in the range 0.901…1.0999.
S
Power Line Frequency 60 Hz Provides measuring immunity to industrial noise from a power supply
[Freq HZ] feed. It is factory set to 60 Hz, which is the value used in the US.
S
50 Hz Optional setting. 50 Hz is the value used outside the US.

Period This parameter configures the frequency to 0…63 seconds of sampled measurements.
[Period s] The adjustment can be done in steps of 1 second. The value 0 is only used for calibration (4
measurements per second).
A NOTE: Parameters indicated by the battery icon affect battery performance. Standard sampling
period is 15 seconds.
Empty Pipe Detection Empty Pipe ON/OFF When set to ON, an Empty Pipe condition indicates to the outputs
[On Off ] that the meter is not completely filled. When set to OFF, empty pipe
conditions are not detected.
S
Threshold Factory set and adjusted to the conductivity of normal water.
[Threshold]

S
Measure Measures the real empty pipe value, Read Only.
[Measure]
Read only

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Measure Menu

Measure
Flow Unit Establishes the unit of measure for the flow rate and full scale flow. Changing this parameter readjusts
[Flow Unit] the full scale flow parameter. For example, changing from GPM to GPS would change the full scale flow
from 60 gal/min to 1 gal/s.
U Display Flow Unit Display Flow Unit
LPS Liters/Sec. GPS Gallons/Sec.
LPM Liters/Min. GPM Gallons/Min.
LPH Liters/Hour GPH Gallons/Hour
M3S Cubic Meters/Sec. MGD MillionGallons/Day
M3M Cubic Meters/Min. IGS ImperialGallons/Sec.
M3H Cubic Meters/Hour IGM ImperialGallons/Min.
F3S Cubic Feet/Sec. IGH ImperialGallons/Hour
F3M Cubic Feet/Min. OPM Ounce/Min.
F3H Cubic Feet/Hour BPM Barrel/Min.
Totalizer Unit Establishes the units of measure for the totalizers.
[Tot Unit] Display Totalizer Unit
L Liters
U HL Hectoliter
M^3 Cubic Meters
CFt Cubic Feet
USG US Gallons
MG Million Gallons
UKG Imperial Gallons
Oz Fluid Ounces
Aft Acre foot
BBL Barrel (42 gallons)
Full Scale Flow Sets the maximum flow the system is expected to measure. Influences other system
[Full Sca] parameters, including:
• Low Flow Cutoff – Changes to full scale flow affect the measuring cut-off threshold of the meter
S • Alarm Outputs – Changes to full scale flow adjusts the thresholds for generating setpoint alarms
• Pulse Outputs – Changes to full scale flow adjusts the pulse frequency and duty cycle
Change the full scale flow based on the meter size and the application’s requirements. Verify that the
full scale flow falls within the meter’s suggested flow range limits.
Flow Range: 0.1…32.8 ft/s (0.03…10 m/s)
The full scale flow is valid for both flow directions.
NOTE: If the flow rate exceeds the full scale setting by more than 25%, a FLOW_OVERLOAD_WARNING
message indicates that the configured full scale range has been exceeded. The meter continues
to measure. This affects the latency of the pulse outputs and may cause overflow.
Low Flow Cutoff Defines the threshold at which flow measurement is forced to zero. The cutoff value can be set from
[Cut Off ] 0…9.9% of the full scale flow. Increasing this threshold helps prevent false readings during “no flow”
conditions possibly caused by pipe vibration or inherent system noise.
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Measure
Flow Direction Allows setting the meter to measure forward flow only (unidirectional) or both forward and reverse
[Bi-directional] flow (bidirectional).
Unidirectional
S Flow is totalized in only one direction. The flow direction is indicated by the arrow printed on the
detector label. Unidirectional measurements on the main display screen include:
T1: Registers forward flow, resettable by menu or Modbus RTU.
T2: Registers forward flow, non-resettable.
Bidirectional
Flow is totalized in both directions. A change of flow direction can be indicated by the digital output.
Bidirectional measurements on the main display screen include:
T1+: Registers forward flow, resettable by menu or Modbus RTU
T1-: Registers reverse flow, resettable by menu or Modbus RTU
T1N: Registers total flow, T+ - T-, resettable by menu or Modbus RTU
T2+: Registers forward flow, non-resettable
T2-: Registers reverse flow, non-resettable
T2N: Registers total flow, T+ - T-, non-resettable
T1 Reset Allows the reset of totalizer T1.
[T1] NOTE: If the meter is used as a water meter according the European directive 2004/22/EC (MID
MI‑001) or OIML R49, then the totalizer T1 is non-resettable.
S
Median Can be set to ON or OFF. When set to ON, the median display filters out the flow rate fluctuations
[Median] displayed on the LCD.
Average Known as a measurement averaging filter. The user can select how many flow rate measurements to be
[Average] averaged together to calculate the current flow rate value. Dampens the rate of change of the flow rate.
Moving average filter (MAV) smooth out short-term fluctuations. The value can be adjusted from 1 to 20
measuring periods.
The delay is calculated: Delay [s] = MAV x T
The time T is given by the adjusted excitation frequency (period) of the meter.
For example MAV = 2 and the excitation frequency (period) is T = 5 s means a delay of 10 s.
Filter Display Can be set from 0…99 seconds. The display updates less frequently, depending on how high the filter
[FiltDisp] display is set.

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Inputs/Outputs Menu
Inputs/Outputs
Flow Simulation Provides output simulation based on a percentage of the full scale flow. Simulation does not
[Simulat] accumulate the totalizers. The range of simulation includes –100…100% of the full scale flow.
The parameter lets you set the range of simulation in increments of 50 (OFF, 0, 50, 100, –50, –100). The
S factory default is OFF.
Digital Input • Allows you to reset the T1 totalizer or interrupt flow measurement. Only the T1 can be reset.
[Input] • Input switching is provided by applying an external voltage of 3…35V DC.
• Use a “normally open” contact for operating.
S
Digital Outputs Pulse/Unit Allows you to set how many pulses per unit of measure to transmit to remote
[Outputs] applications. For example, assuming the unit of measure is gallons:
(continued on S • Setting the Pulses/Unit to 1 (standard setting) transmits 1 pulse every gallon
next page) • Setting the Pulses/Unit to 0.01 transmits 1 pulse every 100 gallons
You must configure Pulses/Unit if the function of the selected output is to be
forward or reverse .
The parameter must be considered with the Pulse Width and Full Scale Flow
parameters. The maximum pulse frequency is 100 Hz. The frequency is correlated
with the flow rate. Violation of output frequency limits generates a
PULSE_OVERLOAD_WARNING.
Width Establishes the ON duration of the transmitted pulse. The configurable range is
0…500 ms. The factory default is 0 ms.
S • Non-zero pulse width configuration – the OFF duration of the transmitted
pulse is dependent on flow rate. The OFF duration is to be at least the
configured ON duration. At full scale flow, the ON duration equals the Off
duration. The maximum configurable output frequency is limited to 100 Hz.
• The duty cycle of the transmitted pulse is at 50% of the output frequencies
greater than 1 Hz.
The parameter must be considered with the Pulses/Unit and Full Scale Flow
parameters. The maximum pulse frequency is 100 Hz. The frequency is correlated
with the flow rate. Violation of output frequency limits generates a PULSE_
OVERLOAD_WARNING.
Power Line Provides measuring immunity to industrial noise from a power supply feed.
Frequency Set the parameter to your nominal line frequency, typically 60 Hz.

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Inputs/Outputs
Digital Outputs Set Minimum Establishes, as a percentage of full scale flow, the threshold at which the output
(continued) [Set Min] alarm is activated. Flow rates below the threshold activate the output alarm.

S
Set Maximum Establishes, as a percentage of full scale flow, the threshold at which the output
[Set Max] alarm is activated. Flow rates above the threshold activate the output alarm.

S
Function Provides configuration of the functional operation of the associated output. The
[Out 1 Func] following operations are supported:
[Out 2 Func] Function Dig1 Dig2 Dig3 Dig4
[Out 3 Func] Off X X X
[Out 4 Func] Test X X X
MinMax X X X
Empty X X X
S ErAlarm X X X
Forward X
Reverse X
Direct X
ADE X
• Inactive [Off ] means digital output is switched off. It is recommended
to switch off the outputs in the menu “Output function” if not used. This
increases the battery life time.
• Test [Test] triggers the output.
• Flow setpoint [MinMax] provides indication when flow rate exceeds
thresholds defined by flow setpoints (set min, set max).
• Empty pipe alarm [Empty] provides indication when pipe is empty.
• Error alarm [ErAlarm] provides indication when meter has error condition.
• Forward pulse [Forward] generates pulses during forward flow conditions.
• Reverse pulse [Reverse] generates pulses during reverse flow conditions.
• Flow direction [Direct] provides indication on current flow direction.
• ADE [ADE] “Absolute Digital Encoder” for remote meter reading using ASCII
communication protocol.
Output Mode Allows you to set the output switch to normally open or normally closed. If
[Out 1 Type] normally open is selected, the output switch is open (no current) when the
[Out 2 Type] output is inactive, and closed (current flows) when the output is active.
[Out 3 Type] If normally closed is selected, the output switch is closed (current flows) when
[Out 4 Type] the output is inactive, and open (no current) when the output is active.

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Communication Menu
Communication: Port Settings
Interface Provides communication port configuration.
[Interface] • IrDA (Modbus RTU)
• Serial (Modbus RTU)
S NOTE: Modbus RTU is only for programming the meter or reading the internal data logger. Extended
use, even in standby mode, uses power and can drain the battery quickly.
• M-Bus
• OFF (turns off the serial interfaces). Serial interfaces left ON shorten the battery life.
Serial Baud Rate Sets the baud rate.
[Serial] [Baudrate] The following baud rates are supported:
• 9600 (Default)
S • 1200
• 2400
Parity Sets the parity.
[Parity] The following parities are supported:
• Even (Default)
S • Odd
• Mark
Modbus Address Configures the Modbus address in the range of 1…247. See the "M-5000
[Modbus] Modbus Communication Protocol Memory Map" application data sheet
S (available at www.badgermeter.com) for Modbus register information.
M-Bus Address Configures the M-Bus® address in the range of 1…247.
[M-Bus]
S
ADE Control ON/OFF
Protocol V1 standard messages
[Protocol] V2 extended messages
Dial 4…9
[Dial]
Resolution 0.0001…10000
[Resolution]

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Battery Menu
PwrUpCnt (Power Up Counter) A diagnostic counter of how many times the meter has reset or been power cycled
(Read Only) (for instance, battery removed and replaced).
Voltage Displays the current battery voltage.
(Read Only)
Lifetime Displays the remaining battery life time in years depending on the currently selected parameters.
(Read Only) NOTE: Battery life time is mainly influenced by the excitation frequency (period) and selected
communication interfaces.
OnTime Diagnostic that refers to the amount of time the meter has been powered in terms of hours.
(Read Only)
Capacity Displays the current battery capacity in Amp hours or Percent.
[Bat Ah] NOTE: A new battery should be at or near maximum capacity.
(Read Only)
Limit Options: 5, 10, 15, 20, Sets the battery capacity remaining threshold that generates an output alarm
25, 30, OFF when the remaining battery capacity drops below the threshold. Set to OFF if
S output alarm is not needed.
Change Options: 19, 38, 70, Ah Allows the user to change the battery through a controlled process. The user
selects the new battery pack capacity and then is required to replace the
S battery. While in entry mode, exit from this menu item is prohibited until
after the battery is replaced. Additionally, this is the required process to save
necessary measurement data to non-volatile memory while also resetting
all battery configuration and diagnostic data (such as lifetime, capacity
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Miscellaneous Menu
Misc
Settling The time the magnetic circuit takes to settle. An engineering diagnostic.
[Read Only]
Language Allows you to change the current language. English is the default setting.
[Language] The following languages are supported:
German (Deutsch), Czech (Cestina), Spanish (Espanol), French (Francais), Russian (России),
U Italian (Italiano).
Date Real-time calendar. The day, month and year must be reprogrammed after the battery is replaced or
[Date DMY] powered off.
[Read Only]

S
Time Real-time clock. The hour, minute and second must be reprogrammed after the battery is replaced or
[Time] powered off.

S
EEPROM Format the EEPROM to erase all log files. Totalizers and configuration remain unaffected during
[EEPROM] a format.

A
Battery Saves Totalizers to nonvolatile memory in preparation for battery replacement.
[Battery]

S
Restart Provides the ability to reset the meter electronics.
[Restart]

S
HDD Free Indicates the amount of free flash memory space.
[HDD Free]
(Read only)

S
Polarity Measured electrode polarizing voltage (for service purposes).
[Polar V]
(Read only)
Datalogger The logging period can be adjusted to the following values:
[DataLog] 1 min / 15 min / 1 h / 6 h / 12 h / 24 h. See the Datalogging User Manual for more information.
LCD Test After pressing E, all display segments appear for about 2 seconds.
[LCD Test]

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Information Menu
Info
Serial Number Serial number of the electronic board.
[SerNum]
(Read Only)
Software Version Software version of the device.
[Version]
(Read Only)
Compilation Date Date of the software version.
[Compilat]
(Read Only)
OPT CRC Checksum of the software update.
[OPT CRC]
(Read Only)
APP CRC Checksum of the application.
[APP CRC]
(Read Only)
OIML Mode If the meter is used as a water meter according to OIML R49 or MID, the mode has to be ON. In this
[OIML mode] case, all parameters are “read only”.
(Read Only)

Faults Menu
Faults
Preamp The Faults menu displays the errors and the number of times they have occurred each hour. For an
Coil explanation of the error or how to fix it, see "Errors and Warnings" on page 43.
Empty Pipe
Measure Time
Volume Overflow

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SECURITY
The M5000 security feature allows the option to restrict access to the meter by way of a 6-digit Personal Identification Number
(PIN). The default password is 000000 if no other password is entered. Not all levels of access need to be set. If no PINs are set,
any M5000 user has access to all functions but cannot change parameters.
NOTE: If the meter is used as a water meter according to the European directive 2004/22/EC (MID MI-001) or OIML R49, all
parameters are locked and only readable. In this case, the password feature is not feasible.
IMPORTANT
A new M5000 meter comes from the factory with the Security feature jumper on the underside of the electronics board in the
INACTIVE position (with the jumper shorting the center and right pins). After you set a PIN, move the jumper to the ACTIVE position
(with the jumper shorting the center and left pins) so you can use the Security functions. See the illustrations under "Activating the
Security Feature" below. If you set a PIN for the Administration mode and then later decide you also need to set a User or Service pin,
first move the jumper back to the INACTIVE position, then set another pin, then move it back to the ACTIVE position.

The system administrator can set up a single PIN for each of the three different levels of access:
• Administration – allows access to all M5000 menu configuration screens.
• Service – allows access to service-level and user-level menu configuration screens.
• User – allows access only to user-level menu configuration screens.
NOTE: For a lost PIN, contact Badger Meter Technical Support at 800-456-5023.
The security settings also apply to remote access. All remote writes via Modbus to the meter are blocked unless the
user is remotely logged in.

Setting a PIN
1. From the Main Menu, press the right-arrow button.
2. From the Meter Setup menu, press the up-arrow button until the Pin menu is displayed.
3. Press the right-arrow button to display the PINS Control menu.
4. Press the right-arrow button to flash ON or OFF.
5. With either ON or OFF flashing, press the up-arrow button to display ON.
6. Press the EXIT SAVE button to save the ON setting.
7. With the Control menu flashing, press the up-arrow button to display the desired security level (user, service, or admin).
8. With the desired security level flashing, press the right-arrow button to display the upper row of six zeros (digits).
9. Press the up-arrow button to change the first digit, followed by pressing the right-arrow button to select the next digit.
10. Press the EXIT SAVE button to save the PIN number for that security level.

Activating the Security Feature

1. Unscrew and open the enclosure cover.
2. Unscrew and remove the 4 screws holding the circuit board.
3. Flip the circuit board so the back side faces up. INACTIVE
4. Locate the jumper at the bottom center of the board. Position
5. Move the jumper from the INACTIVE position (shorting the center and right pins) to
the ACTIVE position (shorting the center and left pins).
6. Flip the circuit board so it faces up.
7. Secure the circuit board with 4 screws.
8. Close the enclosure cover and tighten the 4 screws. ACTIVE
The saved PIN number is the same PIN number used to log in to the amplifier. Position
NOTE: Be sure to log off when you have completed work with the M5000. Otherwise,
a five-minute time delay occurs between the most recent activity and the time
when the M5000 automatically logs off.

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Logging In
To change any parameter in the mag meter, the PIN entered must provide the proper security privilege required by
the parameter.
To enter a PIN, go to the Login menu and enter the PIN for the required security level. Once you are properly logged in, the
unlocked icon appears on the meter display. A PIN Error message displays if the incorrect PIN is entered.

Logging Out
To log out, follow steps 1 through 8 under "Setting a PIN". At step 9, enter an invalid PIN, then press EXIT SAVE.

PIN Menu
PIN
Control Two options are available:
• ON (requires PIN configuration)
A • OFF
User Users logged in with this PIN have access to all user levels. Users at this level do not have access to
Service or Admin functions.
U
Service Users logged in with this PIN have access to both service and user-level procedures. Users at this level
do not have access to Admin functions.
S
Admin Users logged in with this PIN have access to all procedures. Users at this level have full access to
the meter.
A
Random Generates a random number which is used when a PIN is lost. This number is needed for Badger Meter
Tech Support to provide a Master PIN.
Emergency Enter the Master PIN received from Badger Meter Technical Support to unlock the meter in case the
Admin PIN has been lost.

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MAINTENANCE
Mandatory, routine or scheduled maintenance should not be required for the M5000 Electromagnetic Flow Meter electronics
or flow tube after proper installation.
However, some occurrences may require personnel to perform the following:
• Flow tube and electrode cleaning
• Circuit board replacement

WARNING
DO NOT CLEAN COMPONENTS INSIDE THE AMPLIFIER OR JUNCTION BOX.

Cleaning the Flow Tube and Electrode

At times flow tube, electrodes, amplifier/junction box housings and the amplifier window may need cleaning, depending on
process fluid properties, fluid flow rate and surrounding environment.
Clean the flow tube and electrodes by following the material handling and cleaning procedures documented in the Material
Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) guidelines for the products(s) that were in contact with the flow tube and electrodes.
Should flow tube and/or electrode cleaning become necessary:
1. Disconnect detector from pipeline.
2. Clean electrodes according to MSDS guidelines.
3. Reconnect detector to pipeline.

Replacing Circuit Board

If the circuit board is damaged, follow these instructions to replace it.
1. Unplug the electrode and coil plugs.
2. Unscrew and remove screws S1-S4.

S1 S2

S4 S3
4. Remove the old circuit board.
5. Insert the new circuit board.
6. Secure it by fastening S1-S4 screws. Plug in the electrode and coil plugs.
7. If necessary, configure new circuit board related to the available meter (detector, size).

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TROUBLESHOOTING
The M5000 mag meter is designed for many years of optimal performance. However, should it malfunction, there
are certain things that we recommend you check before contacting our Technical Support department or your local
Badger Meter Representative.
NOTE: If the fluid measured has a high concentration of conductive solids, deposits may accumulate on the internal liner
walls and electrodes. These deposits cause a reduction of the measuring output. Thus, Badger Meter recommends
that you remove the meter and inspect the liner and electrodes after six months. If deposits are found, remove
them with a soft brush. Repeat inspection process every six months or until an appropriate inspection cycle can be
established for the specific application.
Other general conditions include:
Description Possible Cause Recommended Action
Flow is present but Disconnected signal cable Check signal cable
display is "0" Detector mounted opposite of the main flow Turn detector 180° or switch terminal E1 and E2 or
direction (see arrow on the nameplate) reprogram to bidirectional mode
Coil or electrode cables exchanged Check cable connections for cross wiring
Improper low flow cutoff or full scale flow Replace configuration defaults
Inaccurate measuring
Improper calibration Check the parameters (detector factor and size)
according to supplied data sheet
Wrong calibration parameter
Pipe not fully filled, or air in pipe Check if meter is completely filled with fluid
Invalid fluid conductivity
Purge line to eliminate air bubbles
Invalid fluid mixture
Missing or insufficient grounding Verify grounding and fix any problems
Blank display Dead battery Replace battery
Flow rate value known Detector factor Check value on label
to be wrong Deposits on electrodes and/or liner Check and remove deposits
Incorrect pipe size programmed Check size if necessary
Flow rate indication Cable issue Make sure cable is shielded and not vibrating
unstable Make sure meter is properly grounded to a good
Grounding issue
earth ground
Partially full pipe Make sure pipe is full of fluid
Air in pipe Make sure fluid does not contain air bubbles
Make sure amplifier is not too close to sources of
Invalid fluid conductivity
electrical interference
BEACON displays
multiple estimated flow Add a 15K resistor to the M5000 terminal block.
ORION Cellular LTE endpoints require
occurrences for meters See "Adding Resistor with ORION Cellular LTE" on
additional resistance
connected to ORION® page 45
Cellular LTE endpoints

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Errors and Warnings

What You See Why It Happened How to Fix It
MEASURE_TIMEOUT The board may be damaged. Contact Badger Meter Technical Support.
COMMON_MODE_VOLTAGE_ Common mode voltage is smaller than Make sure the meter is properly grounded.
OVERLOAD –2.0V or larger than +4.1V.
Empty detector. Switch Empty Pipe detection ON.
Dirty electrodes. Clean the electrodes.
EMPTY_PIPE_WARNING Measured impedance between the Empty • Make sure the pipe is filled.
Pipe electrode and the Ground exceeded
• Check Empty Pipe threshold. It should be
the set value.
60000 Ω (corresponds with 20 µS/cm).
Empty detector.
PULSE_OVERLOAD_WARNING Overflow occurred on the flow output. Lower the pulse number.
FLOW_OVERLOAD_WARNING Flow exceeded the Full Scale of more Set the flow range properly.
than 100%.
LOW_POWER_WARNING Battery voltage is smaller than 3.0V. Consider replacing the battery.
EEPROM_ERROR Configuration file is missing. Replace the circuit board.
CONFIG_ERROR Configuration file is corrupted. Replace the circuit board.
PREAMPLIFIER_OVERLOAD Input voltage exceeded the limits. Maximum polarization is ± 227 mV;
maximum power line noise is 10.6 mV;
maximum useful signal is 10.7 mV.
Empty detector. Switch Empty Pipe detection ON.
Dirty electrodes. Clean the electrodes.
COIL ERROR Coil/sensor is not connected. • Make sure wiring is properly connected
Coil shorted. to the amplifier.
Issue with coil current. • If that does not clear the alarm, contact
Badger Meter Technical Support.
When one of the errors occurs, the meter stops measuring until the error disappears; then the meter resumes measuring.
Repair of Faults
Disconnect all units from power supply and have it repaired by a qualified service person if any of the following occurs:
• Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• Unit does not operate normally when operating instructions are followed.
• Unit is exposed to rain/water or liquid is spilled into it.
• Unit is dropped or damaged.
• Unit shows a change in performance, indicating a need for service.

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Connecting an ORION RTR® Endpoint to the M5000 Meter

CONNECTING AN ORION RTR® ENDPOINT TO THE M5000 METER

NOTE: Connect the endpoint as described. If there is a reading on the M5000, program the endpoint to match that reading
or reset the totalizer. The endpoint requires programming per the endpoint user manual.

Wiring
To connect the RTR endpoint to Output #1 on the M5000, connect the red wire to the positive (+) terminal and the black and
green wire to the negative (–) terminal.
To connect the RTR endpoint to Output #2 on the M5000, connect the red wire to the positive (+) terminal and the black and
green wire to the negative (–) terminal.

Programming
To program the M5000 meter for the endpoint to Output #1 (forward flow):
1. Navigate to IN/OUT > Simulat > Outputs > Puls/unit.
2. Use the arrows to change the values, then press EXIT/SAVE.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for Width, Out 1 Func and Out 1 Type.
NOTE: For Output #2 (forward flow), use Out 2 Func and Out 2 Type instead.

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CONNECTING AN ORION ENCODER ENDPOINT TO THE M5000 METER

NOTE: Once connected, the endpoint automatically updates within one hour. You can force an update using the Endpoint
Utility software. See the "ORION Endpoint Utility" user manual for programming information available
at www.badgermeter.com.

Wiring
Connect the encoder endpoint to the meter:
Encoder Wire M5000 Terminal
Red (Power/Clock) Input +
Green (Data) Out 4 +
Black (Ground) Out 4 –
Connect a jumper wire from Out 4 negative (–) to INPUT negative (–).

Figure 36: M5000 endpoint connection

Adding Resistor with ORION Cellular LTE

When connected to an ORION Cellular LTE endpoint, additional resistance is required. Add a 15K resistor to the M5000
terminal block between Input + (red wire) and Out 4 + (green wire) as shown. The resistor is represented in red in Figure 37.

Figure 37: ORION Cellular LTE endpoint connection with resistor

Order resistor kit P/N 69224-001 from Badger Meter.

Programming
Changing the following settings automatically configures Input and Output 4 for ADE.
To program the M5000 meter for the endpoint to Output #1 (forward flow):
1. Navigate to COMMUNIC > INTERFAC > ADE >CONTROL.
2. Use the arrows to change the values, then press EXIT/SAVE.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for Control, Protocol, Dials and Resolution (the Resolution range is 0.0001…10,000).
4. Press EXIT/SAVE.

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Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE: Measurements in DN are for Nominal Diameter in mm.

M5000 Amplifier
Flow Range 0.1…32.8 ft/s (0.03…10 m/s)
Accuracy ± 0.4% of measured value ± 2 mm/s
OIML/MID: 2…12 in. (DN50…300) with 0d up and 0d downstream ±1% ≥ 1.2 ft/s (0.35 m/s)
Repeatability ± 0.1%
Ambient Temperature –4…140° F (–20…60° C)
Flow Direction Uni-directional or bi-directional. Two separate programmable totalizers for uni-directional measurement.
Digital Outputs (4) Galvanically isolated open collector, 30V DC maximum, 20 mA each, maximum output frequency at 100 Hz
Status Outputs ADE, High/low flow alarm (0…100% of flow), error alarm, empty pipe alarm, flow direction
Communication RS232, Modbus RTU, IrDA, M-Bus, RS 485 (optional), External AMR or GSM/GPRS module (optional)
Empty Pipe Detection Separate electrode, field-tunable for optimum performance based on specific application
Min-Max Flow Alarm Programmable outputs 0…100% of flow
Low Flow Cut-Off Programmable 0…10% of maximum flow
Galvanic Separation Functional 500 volts
Pulse Width Programmable 5…500 ms
Coil Power Pulsed DC
Sampling Rate Programmable from 1 to 63 seconds. Standard sampling period is 15 seconds.
Display Two lines x 15 characters (7 on top + 8 on bottom), LCD display
Programming Three external buttons
Units of Measure Gallons, ounces, MGD, liters, cubic meters, cubic feet, imperial gallon, barrel, hectoliter and acre feet
Battery Life Standard: 10 years with one battery pack; optional: up to 20 years with two battery packs for sizes 6 in. (DN 150) or smaller.
Power Supply Standard: Internal lithium batteries 3.6 volt, optional external battery pack
Optional: battery back-up model (100…240V AC or 9…36V DC)
Processing Low power microcontroller (16 bit)
Amplifier Housing NEMA 4X (IP67, optional IP68), cast aluminum, powder-coated paint
Mounting Detector-mount or remote wall mount (bracket supplied)
Meter Enclosure Classification Standard: NEMA 4X (IP67); Optional: Submersible NEMA 6P IP68, remote amplifier required
Junction Box For remote amplifier option: Powder coated die-cast aluminum, NEMA 4 (IP67)
Enclosure Protection
Approvals NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 and Models with hard rubber liner 4 in. (DN 100) size and up; PTFE liner, all sizes.
372 Listed
OIML R49-1
MID MI-001

M5000 Amplifier Dimensions in Inches (Millimeters)

7.09 (180) 3.90 (99)
7.09 (180)

M20 (x4)
11.06 (281)
2.36 (60)

)
20 (5.2
Ø0.
M5000-1

2.56 (65)

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Detector Type VI
Size 1/2…24 in. (DN 15…600)
Flange Type DIN, ANSI, JIS, AWWA and more
Process Connection
Material Standard: carbon steel; optional: stainless steel 304/316
Pressure Limits Up to 1450 psi (100 bar) PED
Meter Enclosure Classification Standard: NEMA 4X (IP67); Optional: Submersible NEMA 6P IP68, remote amplifier required
Minimum Conductivity ≥20 µS/cm
Liners Material Available for sizes Fluid Temp for Remote Mount Fluid Temp for Meter Mount
PTFE 1/2…24 in. (DN 15…600) 302° F (150° C) 212° F (100° C)
Hard rubber 1…24 in. (DN 25…600) 178° F (80° C) 178° F (80° C)
Electrode Materials Standard: Hastelloy® C; optional: Tantalum, Platinum/Gold plated, Platinum/Rhodium, 316 stainless steel
Meter Housing Material Standard: Carbon steel painted; optional: Stainless steel 304/316 or painted in C5M
Optional Stainless Steel ANSI Flanges All Other Flanges
Grounding Rings Meter Size Thickness (of 1 ring) Meter Size Thickness (of 1 ring)
1/2…1 in. (DN 15…25) 0.135 in. (3.42 mm) 1/2… 24 in. (DN 15…600) 0.12 in. (3 mm)
12…24 in. (DN 300…600) 0.187 in. (4.75 mm)

Remote Version Mounted Version

in. (mm) in. (mm)
7.09 (180) 3.90 (99) 7.09 (180) 3.27 (83)
7.09 (180)
11.06 (281)

M20 (x4)

7.09 (180)

M20 (x4)
2.36 (60)

5.2)
B2

20 (
C2

Ø0.

xn
2.56 (65)

d2
4.80 (122) 3.15 (80) DN

D
4.72 (120)

M5000-2
B1

A K
C1

xn
d2
DN

D
M5000-3

A K

with ANSI-flanges with DIN-flanges

Size A Std* A ISO** B1 B2 C1 C2
in. in. in. in. in. in. in. øD øK ø d2×n øD øK ø d2×n
(DN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) in. in. in. in. in. in.
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
1/2 6.7 7.87 9.37 11.73 13.9 13.4 3.5 2.37 0.63 × 4 3.75 2.56 0.55 × 4
(15) (170) (200) (238) (298) (351) (342) (88.9) (60.3) (15.9 × 4) (95) (65) (14 × 4)
3/4 6.7 7.87 9.37 11.73 14 13.6 3.9 2.75 0.63 × 4 4.13 2.95 0.55 × 4
(20) (170) (200) (238) (298) (356) (347) (98.4) (69.8) (15.9 × 4) (105) (75) (14 × 4)
1 8.9 7.87 9.37 11.73 14.2 13.8 4.3 3.13 0.63 × 4 4.53 3.35 0.55 × 4
(25) (225) (200) (238) (298) (361) (352) (107.9) (79.4) (15.9 × 4) (115) (85) (14 × 4)
1-1/4 8.9 7.87 9.96 12.32 15 14.6 4.6 3.50 0.63 × 4 5.51 3.94 0.71 × 4
(32) (225) (200) (253) (313) (381) (372) (117.5) (88.9) (15.9 × 4) (140) (100) (18 × 4)
1-1/2 8.9 7.87 9.96 12.32 15.2 14.8 5.0 3.87 0.63 × 4 5.91 4.33 0.71 × 4
(40) (225) (200) (253) (313) (386) (376) (127) (98.4) (15.9 × 4) (150) (110) (18 × 4)
2 8.9 7.87 9.96 12.32 15.7 15.3 6.0 4.75 0.75 × 4 6.50 4.92 0.71 × 4
(50) (225) (200) (253) (313) (398) (389) (152.4) (120.6) (19 × 4) (165) (125) (18 × 4)

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with ANSI-flanges with DIN-flanges

Size A Std* A ISO** B1 B2 C1 C2
in. in. in. in. in. in. in. øD øK ø d2×n øD øK ø d2×n
(DN) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) in. in. in. in. in. in.
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
2-1/2 11.0 7.87 10.67 13.03 16.9 16.5 7.0 5.50 0.75 × 4 7.28 5.71 0.71 × 8
(65) (280) (200) (271) (331) (429) (420) (177.8) (139.7) (19 × 4) (185) (145) (18 × 8)
3 11.0 7.87 10.67 13.03 17.2 16.7 7.5 6.00 0.75 × 4 7.87 6.30 0.71 × 8
(80) (280) (200) (271) (331) (435) (426) (190.5) (152.4) (19 × 4) (200) (160) (18 × 8)
4 11.0 9.84 10.94 13.31 18.2 17.8 9.0 7.50 0.75 × 8 8.66 7.09 0.71 × 8
(100) (280) (250) (278) (338) (461) (452) (228.6) (190.5) (19 × 8) (220) (180) (18 × 8)
5 15.8 9.84 11.73 14.09 19.4 19 10.0 8.50 0.85 × 8 9.84 8.27 0.71 × 8
(125) (400) (250) (298) (358) (493) (484) (254) (215.9) (22.2 × 8) (250) (210) (18 × 8)
6 15.8 11.81 12.20 14.57 20.4 20 11.0 9.50 0.85 × 8 11.22 9.45 0.87 × 8
(150) (400) (300) (310) (370) (519) (510) (279.4) (241.3) (22.2 × 8) (285) (240) (22 × 8)
8 15.8 13.78 13.31 15.67 22.9 21.9 13.5 11.75 0.85 × 8 13.39 11.61 0.87 × 12
(200) (400) (350) (338) (398) (583) (558) (342.9) (298.4) (22.2 × 8) (340) (295) (22 × 12)
10 19.7 17.72 14.25 16.61 26.6 26.2 16.0 14.25 1.00 × 12 15.55 13.78 0.87 × 12
(250) (500) (450) (362) (422) (676) (677) (406.4) (361.9) (25.4 × 12) (395) (350) (22 × 12)
12 19.7 19.69 16.73 19.09 28.7 28.3 19.0 17.00 1.00 × 12 17.52 15.75 0.87 × 12
(300) (500) (500) (425) (485) (729) (720) (482.6) (431.8) (25.4 × 12) (445) (400) (22 × 12)
14 19.7 21.65 17.72 20.08 30.7 30.2 21.0 18.75 1.13 × 12 19.88 18.11 0.87 × 16
(350) (500) (550) (450) (510) (779) (768) (533.4) (476.2) (28.6 × 12) (505) (460) (22 × 16)
16 23.6 23.62 18.70 21.06 33.5 33.1 23.5 21.25 1.13 × 16 22.24 20.28 1.02 × 16
(400) (600) (600) (475) (535) (851) (842) (596.9) (539.7) (28.6 × 16) (565) (515) (26 × 16)
18 23.6 19.69 22.05 34.9 34.4 25.0 22.75 1.25 × 16 24.21 22.24 1.02 × 20
—
(450) (600) (500) (560) (885) (876) (635.0) (577.8) (31.7 × 16) (615) (565) (26 × 20)
20 23.6 20.67 23.03 38 337.6 27.5 25.00 1.25 × 20 26.38 24.41 1.02 × 20
—
(500) (600) (525) (585) (964) (955) (698.5) (635.0) (31.7 × 20) (670) (620) (26 × 20)
22 23.6 21.65 24.02 39.4 39 29.5 27.25 1.37 × 20
— — — —
(550) (600) (550) (610) (1000) (991) (749.3) (692.1) (34.9 × 20)
24 23.6 23.15 25.51 42 41.6 32.0 29.50 1.37 × 20 30.71 28.54 1.18 × 20
—
(600) (600) (588) (648) (1066) (1057) (812.8) (749.3) (34.9 × 20) (780) (725) (30 × 20)
Standard
with ANSI-flanges 1/2…24 in. Nominal Pressure 150 psi (10 bar)
DN 15…200 Nominal Pressure 232 psi (16 bar)
with DIN flanges
DN 250…600 Nominal Pressure 150 psi (10 bar)
Standard **ISO 20456

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Error Limits
Measuring range 0.10…39.37 ft/s (0.03…12 m/s)
Pulse output ±0.4% of m.v. ±0.08 in./s (2 mm/s)
Repeatability ±0.1% of actual data

Reference conditions
Ambient and fluid temperature 68° F (20° C)
Electr. conductivity > 300 µS/cm
Warm-up period 60 min
> (10 DN) inlet pipe
Mounting conditions > (5 DN) outlet pipe
Detector properly grounded and centered

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OIML Approved Meter

OIML APPROVED METER

The M5000 is type approved according to the international water meter standards OIML R49. The meter is approved as Class I
and Class II for the detector sizes 2…12 inches (DN 50…300).
±E%
Cl. II = 5%
Cl. I = 3%

BA5000-28MID
Cl. II = 2%
Cl. I = 1%

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
Q2/Q1 = 1.6 and Q4/Q3 = 1.25
OIML R 49 specification for Class I
Size
2 (50) 2 1/2 (65) 3 (80) 4 (100) 5 (125) 6 (150) 8 (200) 10 (250) 12 (300)
in. (DN)
R (Q3/Q1) 200 200 200 250 250 160 160 160 100
Q1 [m³/h) 0.315 0.5 0.8 1 1.6 3.94 6.25 10 15.63
Q2 [m³/h) 0.504 0.8 1.28 1.6 2.56 6,3 10 16 25
Q3 [m³/h) 63 100 160 250 400 630 1000 1600 1600
Q4 [m³/h) 78.75 125 200 312.5 500 787.5 1250 2000 2000
OIML R49 Class 1
OIML R 49 specification for Class II
Size
6 (150) 8 (200)
in. (DN)
R (Q3/Q1) 250 250
Q1 [m³/h) 2.52 4
Q2 [m³/h) 4.03 6.4
Q3 [m³/h) 630 1000
Q4 [m³/h) 787.5 1250
OIML R49 Class 2

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MID Approved Meter (MI-001)

The M5000 is type approved according to Directive 2004/22/EC of the European Parliament and Council of March 31, 2004
Measuring Instruments (MID) Annex MI-001. The meter is approved for the detector sizes 2…12 inches (DN 50…300).
±E%
Cl. II = 5%

BA5000-28MID
Cl. II = 2%

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
Q2/Q1 = 1.6 and Q4/Q3 = 1.25
Size
2 (50) 2-1/2 (65) 3 (80) 4 (100) 5 (125) 6 (150) 8 (200) 10 (250) 12 (300)
in. (DN)
R (Q3/Q1) 200 200 200 250 250 250 250 160 160
Q1 [m³/h) 0.315 0.5 0.8 1 1.6 2.52 4 10 15.63
Q2 [m³/h) 0.504 0.8 1,28 1.6 2.56 4.03 6.4 16 25
Q3 [m³/h) 63 100 160 250 400 630 1000 1600 1600
Q4 [m³/h) 78.75 125 200 312.5 500 787.5 1250 2000 2000
The conformity declaration of above certificate is according to module B (type approval) and D (quality insurance
of production).

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Replacement Parts

REPLACEMENT PARTS

NOTE: For remote applications, two cables are required: An electrode cable and a coil cable.

Pos. Description North American Part no. International Part no.

Amplifier assembly complete
Complete without Batteries — 592603
1
Complete with 2 D-cells 66902-003 592600
Complete with 4 D-cells 66902-004 592601
PCB board assembly with amplifier cover, ADE and M-Bus 66902-007 384748
2
PCB board assembly with amplifier cover and RS485 66902-008 384759
3 Housing / Cover (Complete) 66902-002 384735
4 LCD display (only available with board)
Battery pack 2 D-cells 66902-006 384776
5
Battery pack 4 D-cells 66902-005 384777
Battery back-up board AC — 384701
6
Battery back-up board DC — 384741
7 Display window — 384709
8 Cable gland 66862-001 384732
9 Buttons kit black — 384707
10 Housing screws / Ball screws (Qty. 4) 66312-001 384607
11 IP68 kit for remote version — 383077
12 Remote mounting kit less cable 63384-043 384870
Remote mounting kit with cable
North America International
Electrode Cable Coil Cable 5m 384871
A-Cable: 15 ft 66897-001 66896-001 10 m 384872
13
B-Cable: 30 ft 66897-002 66896-002 15 m 384873
C-Cable: 50 ft 66897-003 66896-003 20 m 384874
D-Cable: 100 ft 66897-004 66896-004 25 m 384875
— 30 m 384876

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Pos. Description North American Part no. International Part no.

Data logging kit (required for firmware update) 67354-008 —
Verification device 66849-001 —
PC programming kit via USB/RS232 — 592604
—
PC programming kit via IrDA — 592605
Grounding ring kits (for specific sizes, refer to the parts price list
63528-xxx —
or contact your customer service account representative)

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Electromagnetic Flow Meter M5000

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 User Manual

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Electromagnetic Flow Meter M5000

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