Original Endress+Hauser Proline Promag P 500 Electromagnetic Flowmeter
Overview of Proline Promag P 500 Electromagnetic Flowmeter
The Proline Promag P 500, also known as model 5P5B, is a high-temperature electromagnetic flowmeter developed by Endress+Hauser for demanding process industries—particularly chemical and process applications involving corrosive liquids and high media temperatures
Key Specifications at a Glance
- Measurement Accuracy
- Standard: ± 0.5 % of reading ± 1 mm/s
- Optional Flat Spec: ± 0.2 % of reading ± 2 mm/s
- Flow Range
- 4 dm³/min to 9600 m³/h (approx. 1 gal/min to 44,000 gal/min)
- Media Temperature Compatibility
- PFA liner: – 20 °C to + 150 °C (– 4 °F to + 302 °F)
- PFA high-temp liner: – 20 °C to + 180 °C (– 4 °F to + 356 °F)
- PTFE liner: – 40 °C to + 130 °C (– 40 °F to + 266 °F)
- Process Pressure Resistance
- Up to PN 40 (Class 300, 20K)
- Nominal Size Range
- DN 15 to DN 600 (½″ to 24″ diameter)
Wetted Materials & Construction
- Liner Options: PFA or PTFE
- Electrode Materials: 316L stainless steel (1.4435), Alloy C22 (UNS N06022), Tantalum, Platinum, Titanium, and Duplex (UNS S31803)
- Sensor Housing:
- For DN 15–300: AlSi10Mg (coated)
- For DN 350–600: Carbon steel with protective varnish
- Optional sensor connection housing: 1.4409 (CF3M) similar to 316L
Key Features & Benefits
- Bidirectional Measuring Principle – Minimally affected by pressure, density, temperature, and viscosity
- No Moving Parts – Maintenance-free design; minimal pressure loss due to full bore
- Remote Transmitter with Up to 4 I/Os – Enhances installation flexibility and safety
- Advanced Diagnostics & Smart Compliance – Equipped with Heartbeat Technology for built-in verification and operational transparency
- User-Friendly Display – Four-line backlit touchscreen display; includes WLAN access for configuration and monitoring
- Robust Communication – Compatible with a wide set of digital protocols: HART, WirelessHART, PROFIBUS DP/PA, Foundation Fieldbus, Modbus RS-485, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, and even Ethernet-APL in some environments
- Protection & Certifications:
- Enclosures: Standard IP66/67 (Type 4X); optional IP69 for extreme duties
- Hazardous-area Approvals: ATEX, IECEx, cCSAus, INMETRO, NEPSI, EAC, plus others depending on region
- Functional Safety Compliant (IEC 61508 / IEC 61511), traceable calibration (ISO/IEC 17025), and Heartbeat verification meets ISO 9001:2008 traceability
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Specification
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Details
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Nominal Diameter
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DN 15 to 600 (½″ to 24″)
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Measured Variables
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Volume flow, conductivity, mass flow
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Measurement Accuracy
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Standard: ± 0.5 % of reading ± 1 mm/s; Option (Flat Spec): ± 0.2 % ± 2 mm/s
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Measuring Range
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4 dm³/min to 9600 m³/h (1 gal/min to 44,000 gal/min)
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Process Pressure
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PN 40, Class 300, 20K
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Medium Temperature Range
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- PFA: –20 °C to +150 °C (–4 °F to 302 °F)
- PFA High-Temp: –20 °C to +180 °C (–4 °F to 356 °F)
- PTFE: –40 °C to +130 °C (–40 °F to 266 °F)
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Ambient Temperature
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Carbon steel flange: –10 °C to +60 °C (+14 °F to +140 °F)
Stainless steel flange: –40 °C to +60 °C (–40 °F to +140 °F)
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Wetted Materials
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Liner: PFA, PTFE
Electrodes: 316L (1.4435), Alloy C22 (UNS N06022), Tantalum, Platinum, Titanium, Duplex (UNS S31803)
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Key Features
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No moving parts; full-bore design; remote transmitter with up to 4 I/Os; Heartbeat diagnostics; touch-controlled backlit display with WLAN; supports fieldbuses and I/Os
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Operating Principle
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Electromagnetic, bidirectional, largely independent of pressure, density, temperature, and viscosity
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Summary: Ideal Use Cases
The Proline Promag P 500 is engineered for demanding chemical and industrial processes, particularly where:
- High corrosion resistance is needed
- Elevated temperatures are common
- Real-time diagnostics and smart maintenance (Heartbeat Technology) are valued
- Remote operation and advanced communication protocols are required
Its robust design, flexible I/O and communication options, and maintenance-free operation make it a top-tier solution for continuous, accurate flow measurement.
