ATLANTA, May 12, 2006 -- Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. today announced the introduction of a new generation of compact, highly integrated Coriolis flowmeters.
Approximately half the size of comparable devices, the SITRANS FC300 DN4 flowmeter has a maximum capacity of 350 kilograms/hour (772 pounds/hour).With dimensions of just 135 x 205 x 58 mm or 5.3 x 8.1 x 2.3 inches (W x H x D), the entire unit only weighs 3.5 kilograms (7.7 pounds).
Additionally, its durable design makes the sensor virtually impervious to process generated noise such as vibrations, pulsations and pressure shocks. The FC300 delivers a stable flow signal with a large turndown and an accuracy of better than 0.1 percent of rate.
The innovative, precision-made flow tube also offers a liquid density accuracy of less than 0.0015 grams/cubic centimeter, (0.09 pounds/cubic foot). The SITRANS FC300 sensor consists of a single continuous straight pipe in a double bended configuration.
The sensors are available in two materials, W1.4435 (AISI 316 L) stainless steel version with a maximum operating pressure of 130 bar (1900 psi), and a Hastelloy W2.4602 (C22) model with maximum operating pressure of 410 bar (5950 psi). The sensor interface is safe in accordance with Category IIC. The sensor is offered in both a standard temperature version with a maximum operational temperature of 125 C (257 F), and a high temperature version with a maximum operational temperature of 180 C (355 F).
SITRANS FC300 uses a Siemens electrical multiple plug connector and SENSORPROM memory concept that provides "plug and play", trouble-free and safe installation in less than 10 minutes. For OEM customers or large end users, this concept significantly reduces the costs for installation, commissioning or service. Further information can be found on the internet at: www.siemens.de/sitrans .
About Siemens
Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. is one of Siemens' operating companies in the U.S. Headquartered in the Atlanta suburb of Alpharetta, Ga., Siemens Energy & Automation manufactures and markets one of the world's broadest ranges of electrical and electronic products, systems and services to industrial and construction market customers.
Its technologies range from circuit protection and energy management systems to process control, industrial software and totally integrated automation solutions. The company also has expertise in systems integration, technical services and turnkey industrial systems.
For more information: www.sea.siemens.com .Siemens AG (NYSE:SI) is one of the largest global electronics and engineering companies with reported worldwide sales of $96 billion in fiscal 2005.
Founded nearly 160 years ago, the company is a leader in the areas of Medical, Power, Automation and Control, Transportation, Information and Communications, Lighting, Building Technologies, Water Technologies and Services and Home Appliances. With its U.S. corporate headquarters in New York City, Siemens in the USA has sales of $18.8 billion and employs 70,000 people throughout all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
Eleven of Siemens' worldwide businesses are based in the United States. With its global headquarters in Munich, Siemens AG and its subsidiaries employ 460,000 people in 190 countries.
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