Siemens

Energy & Automation USER'S MANUAL

UMMPS-1
Rev. 2
January 2003
Supersedes Rev. 1

MG00420a

Pressure Transmitter for

Level Measurement
Model 7MF1570

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Table of Contents
Title Page

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................1
Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................2
Installation .....................................................................................................................................................................3
Wiring............................................................................................................................................................................4
Calibration .....................................................................................................................................................................4
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................................5
Model Designation ........................................................................................................................................................5
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................6
Junction Box..................................................................................................................................................................7
Cable Hanger .................................................................................................................................................................8
Product Support .............................................................................................................................................................8
Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................10

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Introduction
The Siemens Model 7MF1570 pressure transmitter is used for hydrostatic liquid level measurement. Typical
applications include wastewater treatment and water supply, and many other applications in a variety of industries.
The transmitter measures hydrostatic pressure using the formula:
p = ρ* g * h
with:
ρ - density of the liquid
g - acceleration due to gravity
h - height of the liquid column
Cable to Process
Instruments
Cable Hanger
Junction Box
(Cable Connections)
Cable
(4-20 mA,

L
Vent Pipe, &

Hmax
Hmin
Support)

Open Vessel

MG00414a
Transmitter

FIGURE 1 Typical Application

The transmitter and cable are a single assembly. Transmitter range and cable length are determined by the model
ordered. Range and other transmitter information are printed on the sensor housing.

The transmitter has a sealed stainless steel housing that includes all pressure-to-current circuitry and is suitable for
use in corrosive liquids. Pressure is sensed by a flush-mounted stainless steel diaphragm connected to a bridge-
configured piezo-resistive sensor. The diaphragm is protected by a cap with perforations that allow the process
liquid to act on the diaphragm. Temperature compensation allows the transmitter to provide an accurate
measurement over a wide range of process temperatures.

The cable contains two wires to carry the 4-20 mA signal, a cable sheath ground wire, a cord to support the sensor,
and a vent pipe to supply atmospheric pressure to the sensor.

Note the following points when selecting an application and when using the device:
• Do not exceed the maximum permissible pressure p max of the transmitter. See the Specifications section.
• The transmitter can be damaged if the process medium in contact with the transmitter exceeds 80°C (176°F).
• The transmitter can be damaged if ice forms on the diaphragm.
• Measuring accuracy will be affected by clogging of the perforations in the protective cap.
• Measuring accuracy will be affected if the vent pipe is obstructed.

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Operation
The hydrostatic pressure felt by the sensor is proportional to submersion depth. The pressure of the process medium
deflects the stainless steel diaphragm at the tip of the transmitter. This deflection is sensed by a piezo-resistive
bridge. The diaphragm and bridge also sense the atmospheric (barometric) pressure supplied through a vent pipe in
the connecting cable.

U
Diaphragm

Sensor Const.
Cable Jacket
+ Brown
p U
EM Io, UB
I
- Blue

Vent Pipe

MG00415b
Shield

FIGURE 2 Block Diagram

The bridge output voltage is a pressure differential signal that is then converted to a 4-20 mA output current. The
circuit board is sealed in the housing.

The transmitter is powered from a user-supplied 10-36 Vdc source. Diodes at the transmitter input protect against
reverse polarity and over voltage.

An optional junction box provides screw terminals for cable termination and for connecting to a receiving
instrument, such as a Siemens Model 353 Process Automation Controller. The cable shield is connected to the
housing and is connected by the user to earth ground. Within the junction box, the vent pipe is exposed to
atmospheric pressure.

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Installation
The transmitter is installed suspended on the cable. The cable is routed through a cable hanger and into the junction
box as shown in figure 1. Figure 3 shows transmitter dimensions.

27 mm

MG00416b
1.06 in.
Protective Cap Cable Sheath
+ Brown
Vent Pipe
Cord, White
158 mm - Blue
L
6.22 in. Shield
1. Dimensions are in millimeters and inches.
2. Cable sheath 8.3 mm / 0.23 in. diameter; black, HFFR
3. Flexible cable with 0.5 mm2 / 10 AWG cross-section
4. Vent pipe 1 mm / 0.04 in. inner diameter
5. Protective cap with 4 x 3 mm / 0.15 x 0.12 in. diameter holes; black, PA

FIGURE 3 Transmitter Dimensions

In a moving medium, transmitter location must be fixed to prevent measuring errors. To minimize movement, install
a guide tube, add a weight on the transmitter (maximum tensile force on the cord is 65 lbs), or install a bracket
between the transmitter and the vessel.

Anchor the cable above the vessel with the cable hanger; see the Cable Hanger section later in this manual. Connect
the cable leads to the junction box; see the Junction Box section later in this manual. Mount the junction box in a
location compatible with its degree of protection (IP 54).

There are four inlet holes in the protective cap at the diaphragm end of the transmitter. These holes must be open to
the medium and free of congealed material and contaminants (e.g. dust, dirt, grease) to ensure transmitter accuracy.
If gelled or solidified material is likely to accumulate at the bottom of the vessel, the tip of the sensor should be
elevated above the level at which the vessel will be drained and cleaned.

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Wiring

WARNING

Electrical shock hazard

Hazardous voltage can cause death or serious injury.

Remove power from all wires and terminals before working

on this equipment.

1. Remove power from all wires and terminals to eliminate any electrical shock hazard.
2. Route the transmitter cable through the cable hanger and into the junction box.
3. Connect the transmitter cable to the junction box. See Figures 3 and 4.
Blue wire to Terminal 1 (-)
Brown wire to Terminal 2 (+)
Shield wire to Ground

MG00417a
Controller,
Recorder, or
Junction Box other process
Blue 1 _ 1 _ instrument _
User-Supplied
Screen GND
Transmitter 10-36 Vdc
Brown 2 + 2 + Power Supply
+

Vent Pipe
To Atmospheric Pressure

FIGURE 4 Electrical Connections

4. Clamp the cord between the two screws provided in the box.
5. Find the end of the vent pipe. This end of the pipe must be open and exposed to atmospheric pressure.
6. Connect a user-supplied 10-36 Vdc power supply to terminals 1 and 2 in the junction box. The resistance value
for the maximum load depends on the voltage UB. It is determined by the following equation:

UB - 10 V
R max = ————— (kOhm)
20 mA

Calibration
The transmitter has been calibrated at the factory to the user-specified measuring range. It cannot be re-calibrated.

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Maintenance
The transmitter requires no periodic or scheduled maintenance.

Transmitter accuracy and responsiveness can be degraded should gelled or solidified material plug or partially plug
the holes in the protective cap or accumulate within the cap and coat the diaphragm. To remove this material, lift the
transmitter from the vessel. Apply a low-pressure stream of clean water to unplug the holes and wash material from
inside the cap. A mild detergent that will not leave a residue may be added to the water.

The protective cap may be unscrewed from the transmitter body for cleaning. If the cap is difficult to unscrew and
additional leverage is needed, carefully insert a 1/8" (3.2mm) diameter metal rod through two opposing holes in the
cap. Do not scratch the diaphragm while inserting the rod.

When installing the cap, be careful not to damage the threads in the cap. Use your hands, no tools, and feel for
proper thread engagement.
CAUTION

Do not scratch the transmitter diaphragm.

Harsh solvents may damage the protective cap.

Do not use the transmitter without the protective cap.

Model Designation
Each transmitter has a nameplate with the transmitter’s model designation printed on it. The following table lists the
available transmitter models. If ordering, select the desired measuring range, read across the table to the Range
Character (*) and insert that character into the model number at the head of the column.

Example: 7MF1570-1MA01

SITRANS P Pressure Transmitter, MPS Series (Submersible Sensor),

7MF1570-1*A01
Two-Wire System
Measuring Range Cable Length (L) * Range Character
0-6 ft WC 32.8 ft (10 m) K
0-12 ft WC 32.8 ft (10 m) L
0-20 ft WC 82.0 ft (25 m) M
0-30 ft WC 82.0 ft (25 m) N
0-60 ft WC 82.0 ft (25 m) P
Accessories
Junction Box (to connect transmitter cable to field wiring) 7MF1570-8AA
Cable Hanger (to mount/hand the transmitter) 7MF1570-8AB

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Specifications

Input
Measured variable Pressure
Measuring range Overload limit
0-6 ft WC 47 ft WC
0-12 ft WC 47 ft WC
0-20 ft WC 100 ft WC
0-30 ft WC 100 ft WC
0-60 ft WC 200 ft WC
Output
Output signal 4-20 mA
Accuracy
Error in measurement (includes non-linearity, 0.3% of full scale value
hysteresis and repeatability, at 25°C (77°F))
Zero and span temperature effect
Temperature compensation 0° to +70°C (+32° to +158°F) referenced to +35°C (+95°F)
Between 6 and 12 ft H2O 0.3%/10°C of full scale value
20 ft H2O and greater 0.2%/10°C of full scale value
Zero and span long term stability
Between 6 and 12 ft H2O 0.25% of full scale value/year
20 ft H2O and greater 0.2% of full scale value/year
Vibration effect 0.05% of full scale / g from 10-500 Hz in any axis
Power supply effect 0.01% of full scale / V
Rated operating conditions
Ambient conditions
Operating temperature -30° to +85°C (-22° to +185°F)
Storage temperature -50° to +100°C (-58° to +212°F)
Degree of protection to DIN EN 60 529 IP68 (EN 60529)
Explosion Protection ATEX II 2G Eex ia IIC T4, FM, and CSA1
Electromagnetic compatibility
Noise immunity2 To DIN EN61326, NAMUR NE21
Design
Weight
Transmitter 0.4 kg (0.9 lbs)
Cable 0.1 kg/m (0.073 lbs/ft)

1
Pending. Certifications had not been received at the time this manual was printed. Contact the factory for latest
information.
2
1.25% deviation with HF-conducted disturbance between 20-30 MHz
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Electrical connection Cable with 2 conductors with shield, vent pipe, and cord (max 65
lbs (300 N))
Material
Sensor Stainless Steel, AISI 316Ti
Housing Stainless Steel, AISI 316Ti
Cable HFFR (non-halogen) sheath
Power Supply
Terminal voltage on transmitter UB 10-36 Vdc
Polarity reversal protection Yes
Over voltage protection Yes
Load (UB - 10V) / 0.02A in Ohms

Junction Box
The optional junction box (PN 7MF1570-8AA) is shown below. It serves as the electromechanical interface between
the transmitter cable and the cables to receiving instrument and the user-supplied power supply. It contains a
terminal block for wire connections and cable clamping connectors. Since the box is non-conductive, the ground
terminal on the terminal block must be connected to an external ground. See Figure 4 for connections.

Terminal Block, 19 mm
for wires 28 to 18 AWG 0.75 in.
(0.09mm2 to 0.96mm2)
Mounting Hole 30 mm
Clearance 50 mm 1.18 in.
for metric, # 8 1.97 in.
or what?
MG00418a

Vent
Pipe
175 mm
79 mm 94 mm 6.83 in.
3.11 in. 3.7 in. Transmitter
Cable

22 mm
Pg 13.5 65 mm 0.87 in. 30 mm
2 Places 2.56 in.
1.18 in.
57 mm MG00419a
Polycarbonate Housing 2.24 in.
IP54 per DIN EN 60 529 48 mm
1.89 in.
Hanger Weight - 0.16 kg (0.35 lbs)
Materials - Galvanized Steel, Polyamide

FIGURE 5 Junction Box FIGURE 6 Cable Hanger

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Cable Hanger
The optional cable hanger (PN 7MF 1570-8AB) is shown in Figure 6. It supports the transmitter by the its cable.
The transmitter cable is routed through the hanger and the hanger is fastened to or hung on an overhead structure.

Product Support
Product support can be obtained from Process Instrumentation Technical Support or
a Technical Information Center (TIC). Each region has a customer service center
that provides direct telephone support on technical issues related to the functionality,
application, and integration of products supplied by Siemens Energy & Automation,
Process Industries Division. Regional contact information is provided in Table 1-2.

Your regional Process Instrumentation Technical Support or TIC is the first place to
call when seeking product support information. When calling, you may be asked for
the following information.

• Your name and title and your company’s name, mailing address, phone number, e-mail address, and other
contact information as may be needed
• Product part number or model number and version (on the housing of the transmitter)
• If there is a problem with product operation:
- Whether or not the problem is intermittent
- The steps performed before the problem occurred
- Any status message, error messages, or LED indications displayed
- Installation environment

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TABLE 1-2 Contact Information

Telephone +1 215 646 7400, extension 4993
Fax +1 215 283 6358
E-mail MandCTechSupp@sea.siemens.com
NORTH AMERICA Hours of Operation 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. eastern time
Monday – Friday (except holidays)
Public Internet Site www.sea.siemens.com/ia/
Repair Service +1 215 646 7400 extension 4993

Telephone +011 65 299 6051

Fax +011 65 299 6053
E-mail TICGroupAP@sea.siemens.com
ASIA Hours of Operation 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Singapore time
Monday – Friday (except holidays)
Public Internet Site www.sea.siemens.com/ia/
Repair Service +011 65 299 6051

Telephone +44 (0) 1935 470172

Fax +44 (0) 1935 470137
EUROPE E-mail TICGroupEurope@sea.siemens.com
Hours of Operation 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. GMT/BST
Monday – Friday (except holidays)
Public Internet Site www.sea.siemens.com/ia/
Repair Service +44 (0) 1935 470172

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Warranty
(a) Seller warrants that on the date of shipment the goods are of the kind and quality described herein and
are free of non-conformities in workmanship and material. This warranty does not apply to goods
delivered by Seller but manufactured by others.

(b) Buyer's exclusive remedy for a nonconformity in any item of the goods shall be the repair or the
replacement (at Seller's option) of the item and any affected part of the goods. Seller’s obligation to repair
or replace shall be in effect for a period of one (1) year from initial operation of the goods but not more
than eighteen (18) months from Seller’s shipment of the goods, provided Buyer has sent written notice
within that period of time to Seller that the goods do not conform to the above warranty. Repaired and
replacement parts shall be warranted for the remainder of the original period of notification set forth above,
but in no event less than 12 months from repair or replacement. At its expense, Buyer shall remove and
ship to Seller any such nonconforming items and shall reinstall the repaired or replaced parts. Buyer shall
grant Seller access to the goods at all reasonable times in order for Seller to determine any nonconformity
in the goods. Seller shall have the right of disposal of items replaced by it. If Seller is unable or unwilling
to repair or replace, or if repair or replacement does not remedy the nonconformity, Seller and Buyer shall
negotiate an equitable adjustment in the contract price, which may include a full refund of the contract
price for the nonconforming goods.

(c) SELLER HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT
THAT OF TITLE. SPECIFICALLY, IT DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, COURSE OF DEALING AND
USAGE OF TRADE.

(d) Buyer and successors of Buyer are limited to the remedies specified in this article and shall have no
others for a nonconformity in the goods. Buyer agrees that these remedies provide Buyer and its successors
with a minimum adequate remedy and are their exclusive remedies, whether Buyer's or its successors’
remedies are based on contract, warranty, tort (including negligence), strict liability, indemnity, or any
other legal theory, and whether arising out of warranties, representations, instructions, installations, or non-
conformities from any cause.

(e) Note: This article 1 does not apply to any software which may be furnished by Seller. In such cases,
the attached Software License Addendum applies.

Warranty repair or replacement requires the equipment to be returned to the following address.

Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.

1201 Sumneytown Pike
P.O. Box 900
Spring House, PA 19477-0900 USA

Warranty will be null and void if repair is attempted without authorization by a member of the Service Department
or Product Support Group, Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.

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