Emerson FB2200 Flow Computer Instruction Manual
D301784X012
March 2019
4 Introduction
individually configure as either analog input (AI) or analog output (AO). Optional expansion
I/O modules are available.
▪
Power from a DC power supply or an optional lead acid battery/solar panel combination
▪
Serial communication options for RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485
▪
Optional 10/100 Base T-Ethernet port
▪
HMI module with optional display and back light for local operator interaction
▪
Optional Wi-Fi
®
transceiver (802.11 b/g) enabling a field technician to access the flow
computer from a laptop without physical cable connection
▪
Application software supports AGA3, AGA8, ISO 5167, ISO 6976, and API 21.1 calculations in
either U.S., metric, or other natural gas standard units
1.3 FB2200 Flow Computer Models
You can purchase two basic models of the FB2200 flow computer. In addition, each model is
available in either an aluminum enclosure or a compression-molded fiberglass enclosure.
Either model includes two ¾ in NPT pipe-threaded conduit ports on the bottom of the enclosure to
permit entry of field conduit for I/O and communication wiring.
1.3.1 FB2200 Flow Computer – With Sensor
This version includes either a multi-variable (MV) sensor module (Figure 1-2) or a static pressure
sensor module (not shown).
Figure 1-2. FB2200 Flow Computer – Multivariable Sensor Version