Promass U 500: The Ideal Single-Use Flowmeter

The Proline Promass U 500 Coriolis flowmeter is the first single-use option for biotech applications. It offers high performance, cGMP compliance, and up to 4 I/Os.

Overview

Specs at a Glance

• Max. measurement error
  • Mass flow (liquid): ±0.5%
• Measuring range
  • 0 to 75 kg/h (0 to 165.3 lb/min)
• Medium temperature range
  • 3 to 60 °C (37.4 to 140 °F)
• Max. process pressure
  • 6 bar (87 psi)
• Wetted materials
  • Measuring tubes: Stainless steel 1.4435, 316 L
  • Hose connection nipple: Makrolon Rx 1805 polycarbonate

Premium performance and cGMP compliance with single-use flowmeter Proline Promass U 500. Image Credit: Endress+Hauser

Field of Application

The Promass U 500 is an excellent single-use flowmeter for biopharmaceutical applications in the life sciences industry. It represents a response to the transition from multi-use to single-use gadgets, as well as batch to continuous manufacturing.

Promass U 500 offers multivariable measurement, which improves reliability, precision, and industry compliance according to cGMP standards. The flowmeter is well-suited for upstream and downstream monoclonal antibody (mAb) applications.

The sensor consists of two parts: a disposable portion available in four line diameters and a permanently installed base unit that fits all line sizes. Heartbeat Technology detects the flow range and validates the factory calibration after installation.

This simplifies the commissioning process and eliminates the requirement for field calibration. The transmitter, which has a built-in web server, WLAN, and up to four I/Os, allows for easy operation as well as additional process and device information.

Benefits

• Best-in-class measuring accuracy: Coriolis technology with multivariable measuring
• Highest turndown ratio: One sensor accommodates all line sizes of disposables
• cGMP compliance: Created according to the most recent standards and rules, complete with the necessary attributes and documentation
• Simple, fast commissioning: One-handed mounting and automated calibration data transfer
• Self-drainability or air bubble escape: Thanks to variable mounting angles
• No field calibration needed: Automated verification using embedded Heartbeat Technology
• Digital integration: Modern single-pair Ethernet-based communication methods

Specifications

• Measuring/Application Task
  • Liquids
• Measuring principle: Coriolis
• Product headline
  • Single-use specialized for biotech applications, including a remote version supporting up to four I/Os
  • Modern fieldbus communication protocols (2-wire)
  • The life sciences industry’s best-measuring performance for liquids in single-use operations

• Sensor features
  • One sensor fits all DN: a single variation with four disposable line sizes offers the highest turndown ratio. One-handed mounting of disposables - simple commissioning, thanks to the intuitive clamping mechanism
  • Mounting angle - self drainabillity or air bubble escape
  • Disposable manufactured from 1.4435 (316L) and polycarbonate. Completely traceable cGMP compliance. One sensor accommodates four line sizes from ¹⁄₈ to 1”
• Transmitter features
  • Remote version supports up to four I/Os. Backlit display with touch controls and WLAN access. Standard cable connects sensor and transmitter
  • Access process and diagnostic information via flexible I/Os and Ethernet connectivity. Reduced complexity and variety with flexibly customizable I/O functions. Heartbeat Technology provides integrated verification
• Nominal diameter range
  • ¹⁄₈" to 1”
• Wetted materials
  • Hose connection nipple: Makrolon Rx 1805 polycarbonate
  • Measuring tubes: Stainless steel 1.4435, 316 L
• Measured variables
  • Mass, density, temperature
• Max. measurement error
  • Mass flow (liquid): ±0.5%
• Measuring range
  • 0 to 75 kg/h (0 to 165.3 lb/min)
• Max. process pressure
  • 6 bar (87 psi)
• Medium temperature range
  • 3 to 60 °C (37.4 to 140 °F)
• Ambient temperature range
  • 5 to 40 °C (41 to 104 °F)
• Transmitter housing material
  • Aluminum, AlSi10 Mg, coated
• Degree of protection
  • Transmitter: IP66/67, Type 4X enclosure
  • Sensor: IP54
• Display/Operation
  • Configuration through local display and operating tools is possible
  • 4-line backlit display with touch control (operated from outside)
• Outputs
  • 4-20 mA (active/passive)
  • 4-20 mA WirelessHART
  • 4-20 mA HART (active/passive)
  • Double pulse output (active/passive)
  • Pulse/frequency/switch output (active/passive)
  • Relay output
• Inputs
  • 4-20 mA input
  • Status input
• Digital communication
  • Modbus RS485, PROFINET over Ethernet-APL
• Power supply
  • AC 100 to 230 V / DC 24 V (non-hazardous area)
• Product safety
  • CE, C-tick, EAC marking
• Functional safety
  • Functional safety according to IEC 61508, applicable in safety-related applications in line with IEC 61511
• Hygienic approvals and certificates
  • cGMP compliance, ASME BPE, BPOG, FDA

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