Product Description
Comprehensive Product Introduction: Rosemount™ 8600 Utility Vortex Flow Meter Display
1. Product Overview and Positioning
The Rosemount™ 8600 Series Utility Vortex Flow Meter, developed by Emerson Automation Solutions, represents a leap in flow measurement technology for industrial applications. Designed as a cost-effective and reliable solution, it targets general-purpose fluids, steam, and gas measurements across utilities, chemical processing, and energy sectors. Its display unit integrates advanced diagnostics and user-centric interfaces, eliminating the need for external calibration or field zeroing
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2. Display Interface Design
Physical and Functional Attributes
High-Resolution LCD Screen: Features a backlit, customizable display supporting simultaneous readouts of multiple parameters (e.g., mass flow, temperature, totalized volume) .
Intuitive Navigation: Simplified menu structure with tactile buttons for on-site configuration, reducing dependency on handheld communicators.
Robust Enclosure: Rated IP65 for dust/water resistance and operational in temperatures from -40°C to +85°C, suitable for harsh environments .
Key Display Capabilities
Parameter |
Display Functionality |
Real-time Flow Rate |
Volumetric or mass flow (e.g., m³/h, kg/h, lb/min) |
Temperature |
Integrated sensor data for steam/gas density compensation |
Diagnostics |
Alert icons for vibration, sensor health, or blockages |
Totalizers |
Cumulative flow with reset capability |
3. Core Technological Features
Adaptive Signal Processing
Mass-Balanced Sensors: Unique mechanical design minimizes false signals from pipe vibrations
Adaptive Digital Signal Processing (ADSP): Filters noise in real-time, enhancing accuracy in turbulent flow conditions
MultiVariable™ Technology (Optional)
Integrated Temperature Sensor: Embedded in the shedder bar, enabling direct density calculation for saturated steam without external thermowells. This allows the display to show temperature-compensated mass flow, critical for energy efficiency audits
Product Parameters
Parameter |
Specification |
Accuracy |
±1% of reading (liquids/gases); ±1.5% (steam) |
Rangeability |
Up to 20:1 |
Turndown Ratio |
10:1 standard; 20:1 with ADSP optimization |
Process Temperature |
-40°C to +350°C |
Output Signals |
4-20 mA HART®, pulse, or Modbus RTU |
5. Installation and Operational Advantages
Zero-Impulse-Line Design: Reduces leak points and installation costs by eliminating auxiliary piping .
Remote Electronics Option: Supports remote mounting up to 23 meters (75 ft) via junction boxes, allowing display units in accessible locations
Pre-configured Calibration: Factory-set for plug-and-play operation; field verification via diagnostics avoids downtime .
6. Application Scenarios
Saturated Steam Measurement
The display's temperature compensation converts volumetric flow to mass flow using steam tables, crucial for HVAC and boiler systems. Real-time density calculations improve accuracy to ±0.5% under variable temperatures
Utility Monitoring
Water/Gas Flow: Shows instantaneous and totalized consumption with diagnostics for leak detection (e.g., abnormal flow profiles) .
Chemical Dosing: High turndown ratio ensures precise low-flow display for additives injection.
7. Diagnostics and Maintenance
On-Screen Troubleshooting: Alerts for electrode fouling, Reynolds number deviations, or electrical faults .
Device Verification: "Sensor Verify" function tests electronics/sensor health without process interruption
Data Logging: Stores 30-day trend logs for flow/temperature, downloadable via HART® .
8. Conclusion: Value Proposition
The Rosemount 8600's display system transcends traditional flow metering by merging robust hardware with intelligent software. Its ability to deliver compensated mass flow, withstand harsh environments, and simplify compliance audits makes it indispensable for modern industrial utilities. With Emerson's global support network, users gain not only a tool but a long-term partnership in operational excellence .
Company Profile
KeRui (weifang) Automation Equipment Co., Ltd. specializes in industrial automation instrument development, production and sales,technical services, and supporting equipment supply of specialized companies. The main products are flow meters, level meters,temperature meters, pressure meters, electrical meters, thermal intelligent meters, programmable controllers (PLC), DCS distributed control systems, and eight series of more than 1,000 specifications. Its products and technologies are widely used in electric power, metallurgy, petrochemicals, environmental protection, plastics, food, printing, tobacco, textile, dyeing, and other fields.


Packaging & Shipping
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FAQ
Q: How long will you give me the reply?
A: We will reply to you as soon as we see the information.
Q: What is the delivery time?
A: Our delivery time is within 3-7 days after we get your payment;
for large qty mass orders, the time should be confirmed again for you.
Q: How about your package?
A: Do not worry about the package, we have rich experience in packing, and all our package is wooden case package.
Q: How about the payment terms?
A: You can choose T/T.
Q: Do you provide samples?
A: Yes, we have materials in stock to help you to get the samples as soon as we can.
Q: What is the MOQ?
A:1PC.
Q: Can I get a lower price if I order large quantities?
A: Yes, cheaper prices with more bigger size orders.