Rotronic TF5 Hygro Flex Temperature Transmitter User Guide
- June 15, 2024
- ROTRONIC
Table of Contents
- TF5 Hygro Flex Temperature Transmitter
- Overview
- Dimensional drawings
- General description
- User configurable settings and functions
- Mechanical installation
- Electrical installation
- Maintenance
- Firmware updates
- Technical data
- Accessories
- Supporting documents
- Document releases
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
HygroFlex TF5
Temperature Transmitter
User Guide
TF5 Hygro Flex Temperature Transmitter
Applicability:
This manual applies to all instruments of the TF5 series with firmware version
1.x, where 1.x can be 1.0, 1.1, etc. Changes to the last digit of the version
number reflect minor firmware changes that do not affect the manner in which
the instrument should be operated.
Overview
The TF5 transmitter measures temperature based on the data provided by an
external PT100 4-wire RTD probe. We offer a wide selection of plug-in RTD
probes. In principle, the TF5 can be used with any suitable third party RTD
probe. The TF5 series is designed for fixed installation in HVAC and light
industrial applications where a high measurement accuracy is required at
temperature conditions within the range of -100 to 600°C (-148 to 1,112°F) –
depending on the RTD probe model. The electronics operating range is limited
to -40…60 °C (-10…60°C with the optional LC display).
The TF5 features a robust housing. Digital signal processing ensures
consistent product performance and also facilitates the task of field
maintenance with features such as potentiometer free – digital calibration.
Based on the ROTRONIC AirChip 3000 digital technology the TF5 series offers
the following functions:
- User configurable settings
- Temperature calibration and adjustment
- Simulator mode
- Fail safe mode
- Data recording
The ability for the user to easily update the AirChip 3000 firmware means that
instruments of the TF5 series can be kept up-to-date regarding any future
functionality improvement.
TF5 transmitters with analog output signal: two types of electronic
circuit are available: TF52: 2-wire, loop powered (4…20 mA current signal) and
TF53: 3-wire (voltage or current signal). Both circuit types provide linear
analog outputs signals for transmission over a length of cable to a remote
display, recorder, controller or data processing unit.
Dimensional drawings
2.1 Display and keypad
option The LC display option for the TF53
has a backlight. The LC display option for the TF52 does not have a backlight.
The upper line corresponds to relative humidity or dew / frost point and the
bottom line corresponds to temperature.
The display can be configured to show a trend indicator on each line:
▲: increasing value
▼: decreasing value
In the event of an alarm the display shows the symbol [ ! ] to the right of
the value.
For instructions see the following HW4 manual: E-M-HW4v2-F2-017.
General description
3.1 Power supply
Depending on the circuit type, the TF5 requires the following power supply:
a) TF52 (2-wire, loop powered): 10…28 VDC – depending on the load connected to
the output. The minimum supply voltage can be determined as follows:
V min = 10 V + (0.02 x Load) Load resistance in ohms.
For the maximum load of 500 Ω, the minimum supply voltage is 10 + (0.02 x 500)
= 20 VDC. The maximum current consumption is 20 mA.
b) TF53 (3-wire with analog outputs): 15 to 40 VDC (see note below) or 12 to
28 VAC. With both output circuits closed, the maximum current consumption is
30 mA.
Note: depending on the type of output signal, the TF53 will operate with
the following minimum voltage
0…1 V outputs:
0…5 V outputs:
0…10 V outputs:
0…20 mA or 4 …20 mA outputs:| 5 VDC or 5 VAC
10 VDC or 8 VAC
15 VDC or 12 VAC
6 VDC or 5 VAC with 0 Ω load
15 VDC or 12 VAC with 500 Ω load
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3.2 External Pt100 RTD probe and probe connector
The TF5 is equipped with a 4-pin Binder connector series 712 and is compatible
with any of the ROTRONIC Pt100 RTD probes (see separate manual
E-M-Pt100-Probes). In principle, the TF5 can be used with any third party
4-wire Pt100 RTD probe and is shipped together with the necessary connector
hardware to accommodate a third party probe Note: seen from the solder
side of the TF5 probe connector
3.3 Analog output signal (TF52 and TF53)
TF52 and TF53
With the ROTRONIC HW4 software the scale of the analog temperature output can
be set within the numerical limits of -999.99 and 9999.99.
The D/A converter used to generate the analog output signal features a 16-bit
resolution and exhibits a small positive offset at the bottom of the signal
range as indicated below:.
Signal type | Maximum offset at range bottom |
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0…1 V | 3 mV |
0…5 V | 50 mV |
0…10 V | 90 mV |
0…20 mA | 4 µA |
4…20 mA | No offset |
TF52
The analog signal is always 4…20 mA,
TF53
The ROTRONIC HW4 software allows changing the type of output signal to one of
the following: 0…20 mA, 4…20 mA, 0…1V, 0…5V or 0…10V. No calibration or
adjustment is required after changing the type of output signal.
In the case of a voltage output signal, load requirements apply to the
external device or circuit connected to the TF53 transmitter. These
requirements are defined in the “Operation” chapter
Communication protocol options
The measurement data can be read without having to use the ROTRONIC HW4
software. Starting with firmware version 1.3, the TF5 offers the following
communication protocol options (ASCII) which can be selected by connecting the
TF5 to a PC running the ROTRONIC HW4 software (version 2.1.1 or higher):
- RO-ASCII: this is the standard (default) communication protocol used by all AirChip 3000 devices and by the HW4 software. In principle, this protocol supports all of the AirChip 3000 functions but some of the functions require a certain amount of computations to be carried out by an external device such as a PC.
- Custom: this communication protocol can be used to provide compatibility of the TF5 with an existing communication system. The Custom communication protocol is limited to reading measurement data from the TF5. Functions such as device configuration, humidity and temperature adjustment, etc. are not supported. The Custom protocol is applicable to all AirChip 3000 devices with a digital interface and allows RS-485 networking
- Modbus: the Modbus protocol available with the TF5 is limited to reading measurement data from the TF5. Functions such as device configuration, humidity and temperature adjustment, etc. are not supported by the Modbus protocol.
When using either the RO-ASCII or the Custom protocol, the TF5 can be set to
send data automatically after each refresh cycle without requiring a data
request. When this mode is enabled, the receiving device must be listening at
all times in order to get the measurement data.
For details, see document E-M-AC3000-CP
3.4 Service connector
The service connector is a UART digital interface (Universal Asynchronous
Receiver Transmitter) with a miniUSB type connector. This allows connecting
the TF5 either to a PC running the ROTRONIC HW4 software or to a probe input
of another instrument that is compatible with the HygroClip 2 (HC2) probes. In
both cases a service cable is required. See “Maintenance” for the location of
the service connector and for the type of service cable to be used.
- Connecting the TF5 to a PC is used to configure the TF5, gain access to the TF5 functions such as temperature adjustment, read data from the TF5 on the PC and update the AirChip 3000 firmware.
- Connecting the TF5 to the probe input of another instrument is useful only when the other instrument has its own display and keypad, and has an internal menu equivalent to the menu of the HP23 hand-held calibrator. The connection allows showing the data measured by the TF5 on the other instrument display and also allows using the other instrument internal menu to do for example a temperature adjustment of the TF5.
User configurable settings and functions
The TF5 ships configured as specified on the customer order. Models with
analog outputs can be installed and used just as any conventional humidity and
temperature transmitter and most users will never need to use the TF5
configurable settings and functions. Models with a digital interface generally
require some configuration by the user.
Making use of the TF5 configurable settings and functions is entirely up to
the user and the appropriate settings depend on the user application. We have
provided below a short description of the TF5 functions and also indicated the
factory default settings.
4.1 Function overview
MEASUREMENT ACCURACY AND RELIABILITY
AirChip 3000 Functions| Description
► Temperature adjustment| o 1-point or 2-point temperature calibration or
adjustment
o Generate a time stamp for calibrations and adjustments
o Retain and view last adjustment date and adjustment values
o Generate calibration and adjustment protocols
► Data recording| The data recording function differs from a true data
logging function in the sense that the AirChip 3000 does not time stamp the
data. This data recording function can be used to investigate events such as a
probe malfunction as well as to retrieve data that would otherwise be lost
o Start or stop data recording – up to 2000 temperature values. Starting a
recording session erases all previously recorded data
o The recording mode and log interval can be specified
o When the device is powered off, the recording session is paused but not
ended As long as the recording session has not been ended, the device
automatically resumes recording data when powered up again
o The recorded data can be downloaded to a PC with the HW4 software, time
stamped and viewed
MEASUREMENT LOOP VALIDATION
AirChip 3000 Functions| Description
► Simulator mode| Used to make the TF5 generate a fixed temperature value.
Can be configured, enabled or disabled
DEVICE SAFEGUARDS
AirChip 3000 Functions| Description
► Device write protection| Used to protect the TF5 with a password to prevent
unauthorized digital access by a digital user. Can be configured, enabled or
disabled
► Internal menu access from keypad| Used to prevent accidental changes to the
TF5 settings and temperature-humidity adjustment by disabling the MENU key on
the optional keypad. Can be enabled or disabled
PROCESS PROTECTION / PROTECTION OF OTHER DEVICES
AirChip 3000 Functions| Description
► Out-of-limit value alarm| Used to specify the normal range for temperature,
depending on the user application. Can be configured, enabled or disabled
Out-of-limit values trigger a digital alarm which can be also be seen on the
optional display
► Bad probe alarm| Built-in function. Cannot be disabled
A defective temperature probe triggers a digital alarm which can be also be
seen on the optional display
► Fail safe mode| Used to specify a “safe” fixed temperature value in the
event of a probe failure. Can be configured, enabled or disabled
4.2 Factory default settings
Notes:
o Configuration of the TF5 by the user and access to its functions requires a
PC with the ROTRONIC HW4 software (version 2.1.1 or higher) installed. Service
cable AC3006 or AC3009 is used to connect the TF5 service connector to a USB
port of the PC.
o Settings and functions that can also be either partially or fully accessed
from the optional keypad are marked with the letter K (see also Operation >
Internal Menu).
Configurable Settings | Applicability | Factory default |
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Unit system (Metric or English) | K | TF52, TF53 |
Analog signal type (4…20 mA or other) | TF53 | |
Output 2 parameter, scale and unit (output 1 is not used) | TF52, TF53 |
Temperature, unit as per ordering code
Display resolution (optional)| | TF52, TF53| 1 decimal
Display backlight (optional)| K| TF53| Always on
Trend indicator (display)| | TF52, TF53| Enabled
Communication protocol| | TF53 with DI| RO-ASCII
RS-485 address| | TF53| 0
Device name| | TF53| Instrument model
Functions| Applicability| Factory default
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Temperature adjustment| K| TF52, TF53|
Device write protection| | TF52, TF53| Disabled
Menu access from keypad| | TF52, TF53| Enabled
Out-of-limit value digital / display alarm| | TF52, TF53| Disabled
Data recording| K| TF52, TF53| Enabled (loop mode – 10 min. interval)
Fail safe mode| | TF52, TF53| Disabled
Simulator mode| | TF52, TF53| Disabled
o For a detailed description of all AirChip 3000 / TF5 main functions see
document E-T-AC3000-DF-V1
o Instructions regarding the configuration of the TF5 and access to its
functions are provided in the following manuals:
E-M-HW4v2-F2-017
E-M-HW4v2-Main (§ 6.5)
E-M-HW4v2-DR-001
E-M-HW4v2-A2-001
E-M-AC3000-CP
o The factory default setting for dew / frost point calculation is frost point
below freezing
Mechanical installation
5.1 General guidelines
Relative humidity is extremely dependent on temperature. Proper measurement of
relative humidity requires that the probe and its sensors be at exactly the
temperature of the environment to be measured. Because of this, the location
where you choose to install the probe can have a significant effect on the
performance of the instrument. The following guidelines should guarantee good
instrument performance:
a) Select a representative location: install the probe where humidity,
temperature and pressure conditions are representative of the environment to
be measured.
b) Provide good air movement at the probe: air velocity of at least 200 ft/
minute (1 meter/second) facilitates adaptation of the probe to changing
temperature.
c) Avoid the following: (1) Close proximity of the probe to a heating element,
a cooling coil, a cold or hot wall, direct exposure to sun rays, etc. (2)
Close proximity of the probe to a steam injector, humidifier, direct exposure
to precipitation, etc. (3) Unstable pressure conditions resulting from
excessive air turbulence.
d) Immerse as much of the probe as possible in the environment to be measured.
e) Prevent the accumulation of condensation water at the level of the sensor
leads. Install the probe so that the probe tip is looking downward. If this is
not possible, install the probe horizontally.
5.2 TF5 enclosure
The TF5 enclosure consists of a base and a cover held together with 4 screws.
To open the enclosure, use a metric 2.5 mm hex key. Prior to re-assembling the
enclosure, verify that the red seal is sitting properly in its groove on the
base.
Mounting hardware Method 1: The TF5 is supplied
with 2 screws, 2 drywall anchors and two rubber washers. The base of the
enclosure has 2 screw-wells (see drawing) that are normally closed at the
bottom. Use the template provided with the TF5 to drill mounting holes in the
wall and insert the drywall anchors. Place a rubber washer on each screw.
Insert a screw in each well and push to open the bottom of the well. Method
2: When a DIN-rail (35 mm / 1 3/8 “) is available use part AC5002 (not
included). This is a DIN-rail mounting kit consisting of 2 clamps that attach
to the back of the enclosure with the screws provided.
Electrical installation
6.1 General wiring guidelines
Power supply wiring
Heavy machinery and instrumentation should not share the same power supply
wiring. If this cannot be avoided, noise filters and surge protectors should
be used. Most UPS devices have those features already integrated.
General guidelines for signal cables
The following guidelines are derived from European Standard EN 50170 for the
transmission of signals by copper wires. When planning an installation, the
rules provided by EN 50170 should be followed under consideration of local
circumstances to determine the position of machines and equipment.
All ROTRONIC products are tested for Electromagnetic Compatibility according
to EMC Directive 2004/106/EG and following European standards:
– EN 61000-6-1: 2001, EN 61000-6-2: 2005
– EN 61000-6-3: 2005, EN 61000-6-4: 2001 + A11
Whenever the level of electromagnetic interference is expected to be high,
both the instruments and signal cables should be placed as far away as
possible from the source of interference.
In general, signal cables should be installed in bundles or channels /
conduits, separate from other cables as indicated in the table below:
· Bus signals such as RS485
· Data signals for PCs, printers etc.
· shielded analog inputs
· unshielded direct current (<= 60V)
· shielded process signals (<= 25 V)
· unshielded alternate current (<= 25V)
· coaxial cables for CRT monitors| in common bundles or channels / conduits
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· direct current from 60 V to 400 V (unshielded)
· alternate current from 25V to 400 V (unshielded)| in separated bundles or
channels / conduits, without minimum distance
· direct and alternate current > 400 V (unshielded)
· Telephone lines
· lines leading into EX-rated areas| in separated bundles or channels /
conduits, without minimum distance
Lightning protection
Cabling in areas with a risk of lightning requires a lightning protection.
For cabling underground in between buildings, we recommend the use of special
fiber optic cables. If this is not possible, use copper cables that are
suitable for underground installation.
6.2 Cable grip and cable specifications
The TF5 is supplied either with one M16 sealing cable grip or with a ½”
conduit adapter. The M16 cable grip provides effective sealing only with
cables having the proper outside diameter. Preferably, use a cable with an
outside diameter of 6 to 7 mm (0.236 to 0.275 inch) with 18 AWG wires.
6.3 Wiring
6.3.1 TF52: 2-wire, loop powered transmitter
Electrical diagram The maximum permissible cable length connecting the
TF52 to other devices is determined by the total resistance resulting from the
addition of the cable resistance and that of the devices connected in series
with the unit. This resistance should not exceed 500 ohms.
Terminal block diagram
Terminals | Description |
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K2-2: T-OUT | Temperature output (+) OUT-2 |
K2-1: V+ | Power supply: 10…28 VDC (+) |
K1-2: H-OUT | Not used |
K1-1: V+ | Not used |
Note: connect the + of the power
supply to only one of the V+ terminals. The two terminals marked V+ are
internally connected.
6.3.2 TF53: 3-wire transmitter
Electrical diagram for voltage outputsThe maximum
permissible cable length can be determined under consideration of the voltage
drop caused by the current flowing to the devices connected to the unit. The
voltage drop in the cable depends both on cable resistance and on the
equivalent resistance of the devices connected in parallel to the unit. The
total resistance connected to each unit output should be at least 1000 ohms.
Cable resistance should not be more than 1/1000 of the load resistance.
Minimum load requirements apply to the external device or circuit connected to
the TF5 transmitter. These requirements are defined in the “Operation” chapter
Electrical diagram for current outputs The maximum permissible cable length, connecting the unit to other
devices, is determined by the total resistance resulting from the addition of
the cable resistance and that of the devices connected in series with the
unit. This resistance should not exceed 500 ohms.
Terminal block diagram
Terminals | Description |
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K1-1: GND | Power supply (-) or neutral (tied with other GND) |
K1-2: V+ | Power supply: 15…40 VDC (+) or 12…28 VAC (Phase) |
K1-3: -► | Protective ground (see note below) |
K2-4: GND | Ground (tied with other GND) |
K2-3: GND | Ground (tied with other GND) |
K2-2: OUT2 | Temperature output (+) |
K2-1: OUT1 | Not used |
Note: Terminals K1-3 or K6-3 (protective or earth ground) are not tied
with GND. If so desired, K1-3 or K6-3 can be tied with GND by closing a solder
pad on the PCB
Operation
6.4 Minimum load requirements for the TF53 with voltage outputs
The following requirements apply to any external device or circuit connected
to the TF53 transmitter with voltage outputs:
TF53 output signal | Input resistance RL |
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0…1V | >=1kOhm |
0…5V | >=5kOhm |
0…10V | >=10kOhm |
In the situation where the external device uses an internal pull-up resistor the value of this resistor should meet the requirements shown below. It is also necessary to add a pull-down resistor RL connected to ground in order to be able to read 100% of the range of the TF53 voltage output.
TF53 signal | VCC | R pull-up | RL |
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0…1V | 3.3V | ≥ 250 kOhm | 1 kOhm |
TF53 signal | VCC | R pull-up | RL |
--- | --- | --- | --- |
0…1V | 5.0V | ≥ 400 kOhm | 1 kOhm |
0…5V | 5.0V | ≥ 400 kOhm | 5 kOhm |
TF53 signal | VCC | R pull-up | RL |
--- | --- | --- | --- |
0…1V | 10.0V | ≥ 1 MOhm | 1 kOhm |
0…5V | 10.0V | ≥ 1 MOhm | 5 kOhm |
0…10V | 10.0V | ≥ 1 MOhm | 10 kOhm |
6.5 TF52 and TF53 transmitters (analog outputs)
If so desired, use the HW4 software to configure the TF5. Complete the
mechanical and electrical installation and simply power up the TF5.
USB network connection
Prior to connecting the TF55 to a USB port you must install the ROTRONIC USB
driver on the HW4 PC. For instructions see the HW4 manual E-M-HW4v2-Main (§
6.3)
6.6 Internal menu (optional keypad and display)
Note: Unauthorized access to the menu can be prevented by disabling the
“display menu” setting (use the HW4 software > Device Manager >
Display)
Main Menu | Menu Items | Selections / Information | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Settings | |||
Unit | °C / °F | Temperature | |
Record | On / Off | Data recording (max. 2000 values) | |
Back Light | Key Press / On / Off | Display backlight mode | |
Device Information | |||
Version | Firmware version | ||
Serial Nbr | Serial number | ||
Address | RS-485 address | ||
Type | Device type | ||
Name | Device name | User defined | |
SensorTest | Off | Not applicable to TF5 | |
Temperature Adjust | |||
RefValue | Temperature reference value | ± 0.1 ˚C steps | |
< Adjust> | 1-point adjustment only (offset) |
o Record: both the recording mode (start / stop and the log interval cannot be changed from the menu and are as configured with the ROTRONIC HW4 software
Maintenance
7.1 Service cable
- Cable AC3006 is used to connect the TF5 to a USB port of a PC running the ROTRONIC HW4 software.
- As an alternative, cable AC2001 is used to connect the TF5 to a probe input of the HP23 hand-held calibrator. For service purposes, the HP23 offers essentially the same functionality as the HW4 software.
7.2 Location of the service connector (mini USB type)
WARNING: the service connector is a UART interface with a mini-USB
connector type. Do not connect the service connector directly to the USB port
of a PC or hub.
The service connector can be accessed without opening the enclosure after
removing the small red sealing cover. The service connector is located at the
bottom of the enclosure (black arrow)
7.3 Periodic calibration check
a) Procedure for adjusting the TF5 from the optional keypad
The optional keypad of the TF5 allows a 1-point adjustment of temperature
against a reference. This has the effect of adding the same offset to all
measured values. A 2-point adjustment is not possible from the keypad and
requires using either a PC with the HW4 software installed or another
instrument such as the HP23 hand-held calibrator.
- When temperature is stable, press the MENU key to show the internal menu on the display
- Use the (-) key to select Temperature Adjust and press the ENTER key
- Make sure that the text line beginning with RefValue is highlighted and press the ENTER key
- Use the (+) or (-) key to change the reference value as desired
- Use the (-) key to highlight the Adjust text line and press the ENTER key
- The TF5 confirms the adjustment with the message “Adjust OK”
- Press the MENU key twice to exit the menu and return the TF5 to normal operation
Notes:
o The calibration point is automatically deleted from the TF5 memory after
an adjustment
o Because the TF5 has no real time clock, the date of the adjustment is not
written to the TF5. If retaining the adjustment date is important, use the HW4
software to adjust the TF5.
b) Procedure for adjusting the TF5 with the ROTRONIC HW4 software:
- Use cable AC3006 to connect the service connector of the TF5 to a USB port of a PC with the HW4 software installed. Note that the ROTRONIC USB driver must be installed on the PC as explained in the HW4 manual E-M-HW4v2-Main.
- Start HW4 on the PC and search for the TF5 (HW4 Main Menu Bar > Devices and Groups > Search for USB Masters).
- After finding the TF5 with HW4, expand the device tree to see the TF5 functions. Select Probe Adjustment.
- For further instructions see HW4 manual E-M-HW4v2-A2-001
7.4 Validation of the output signals transmission
If so desired, transmission of the TF5 output signals can be validated by
using the simulator function. The HW4 software is required to enable and
configure this function. When this function is enabled the TF5 generates fixed
digital and analog signals as specified by the user. For instructions see
document E-M-HW4v2-F2-017
Firmware updates
Firmware updates will be available on the ROTRONIC website for downloading. Firmware files are given a name that shows both to which device the file applies and the version number of the firmware. All firmware files have the extension HEX. Procedure for updating the firmware:
- Use cable AC3006 to connect the service connector of the TF5 to a USB port of a PC with the ROTRONIC HW4 software installed. Note that the ROTRONIC USB driver must be installed on the PC as explained in the HW4 manual E-M-HW4v2-Main.
- Copy the firmware update file from the ROTRONIC website to the PC.
- Start HW4 software on the PC and search for the TF5 (HW4 Main Menu Bar > Devices and Groups > Search for USB Masters).
- After finding the TF5, expand the device tree to see the TF5 functions. Select Device Manager. In the Device Manager menu bar select Tools > Firmware Update. For instructions see document E-M-HW4v2-F2-017
Technical data
9.1 Specifications
General | TF52 | TF53 |
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Device type | Humidity temperature transmitter with analog output signals | |
Circuit type | 2-wire, loop powered | 3-wire |
Power supply and connections | TF52 | TF53 |
--- | --- | --- |
Supply voltage (VDD) | 10…28VDC |
V min = 10 V + (0.02 x
Load) Load resistance in ohms.| ** 15…40 VDC or
12…28 VAC
Nominal current consumption| 20 mA| < 30 mA
Electrical connections| Terminal block and M16 cable grip or ½” conduit
adapter
Polarity protection| Protective diode on V+
Temperature measurement| TF52| TF53
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External temperature probe| 4-wire Pt100 RTD, IEC 751 1/3 class A or class B
(see separate probe manual)
Maximum measuring range| -100…600 °C / -148…1.112 °F (actual range depends on
probe model)
Measurement accuracy at 23 °C| ±0.2 °C (based on an error free Pt100 RTD
probe)
Repeatability (typical)| 0.05°C
Long term stability (typical)| < 0.1°C / year
Probe time constant| Depends on probe model (see separate probe manual
E-M-Pt100-Probes)
Start-up time and data refresh rate| TF52| TF53
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Start-up time| 3.4s (typical)| 1.9s (typical)
Data refresh rate| 3.4s (typical)| 1.7s (typical)
Configurable analog outputs| TF52| TF53
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Output 1| Not used
Output 2| Temperature
| Factory default scale| As per ordering code
| Signal type| 4…20 mA| 0…20 mA
4… 20 mA
0… 1 V
0… 5 V
0… 10 V
(user configurable)
| User configurable scaling limits| -999.99 … +9999.99 engineering units
| Maximum offset at bottom of signal range| no offset| 0…1V signal range : 3
mV
0…5 V signal range : 50mV
0…10 V signal range : 90mV
0…20 mA signal range : 4uA
4…20 mA signal range : no offset
| Short circuit tolerant| Yes
| Maximum external load| 500 Ω| 500 Ω (current output)
| Minimum external load| 0 Ω| 1 kΩ (0…1 V output) 5 kΩ (0…5 V output)
10 kΩ (0…10 V output) 0 Ω (current output)
Digital interface| TF55
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Interface type| RS-485, USB and RS-485 or Ethernet (TCP/IP) wired or wireless
and RS-485
Service connector| TF52| TF53
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Interface type| UART(Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter)
Maximum service cable length| 5 m (16.4 ft)
General specifications| TF52| TF53**
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Optional display
| LC, 1 or 2 decimals resolution, no backlight, trend and alarm indication|
LC, 1 or 2 decimals resolution, backlight, trend and alarm indication
Probe material| Polycarbonate
Probe dust filter material| Polyethylene
Housing material| ABS
Housing protection grade| IP 65 (except TF55 – USB or Ethernet)
Physical dimensions| See dimensional drawings
Weight| 250 g (8.8 oz)
Conformity with standards| TF52| TF53
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CE / EMC immunity| EMC Directive 2004/108/EG: EN 61000-6-1: 2001, EN
61000-6-2: 2005
EN 61000-6-3: 2005, EN 61000-6-4: 2001 + A11
Solder type| Lead free (RoHS directive)
Fire protection class| Corresponds to UL94-HB
FDA / GAMP directives| compatible
Environmental limits| TF52| TF53
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Storage and transit| -50…+70 °C / -20…+70 °C (models with display), 0…100 %RH,
non condensing
Operating limits at electronics| -40 … +60 °C / -10….60 °C (models with
display), 0…100 %RH, non condensing
Temperature limits at probe| Depends on probe model (see separate probe manual
E-M-Pt100-Probes )
Accessories
For accessories and parts such as the HW4 configuration software and service cables, please see documents E-M-HC2-accessories and E-M-Pt100-Probes
Supporting documents
Document File Name | Contents |
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E-M-Pt100-Probes | Pt100 RTD Probes for AirChip 3000 Temperature Instruments |
E-M-HC2-accessories | Accessories and parts for probes, indicators and |
transmitters
E-T-AC3000-DF-V1| AirChip 3000 Description and Main Functions
E-M-HW4v2-DIR| List of the HW4 manuals
E-M-HW4v2-Main| HW4 software version 2: General instructions and functions
common to all devices
E-M-HW4v2-F2-017| HW4 software version 2: TF5 transmitter
Device configuration and AirChip 3000 functions
E-M-HW4v2-A2-001| HW4 software version 2: Probe Adjustment function AirChip
3000 devices
E-M-HW4v2-DR-001| HW4 software version 2: Data Recording Function AirChip 3000
Devices
E-M-AC3000-CP| AirChip 3000 Communication Protocol Options
E-DV04-RS485.01| RS485 Network Installation and Start-up Guidelines
E-M-TCPIP-Conf| Configuration procedures for ROTRONIC devices with Ethernet
(TCP/IP) interface
E-M-CalBasics| Temperature and humidity calibration basics
Note: All document file names have an extension corresponding to the document release number (example of a first release: E-M-HW4v2-Main_10). This extension is not shown in the above table.
Document releases
Doc. Release | Date | Notes |
---|---|---|
_20 | Mar. 5, 2010 | Original release |
V1_21 | 23.07.2015 | Actualization as in ordering code |
E-M-TF5-V1_21
Document code
Document title
Rotronic AG
Bassersdorf, Switzerland
Unit
Instruction Manual
Document Type
© 2015; Rotronic AG
E-M-TF5-V1_21
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