Krohne has introduced the IFC 400, a new signal converter for electromagnetic flowmeters (EMF)
The IFC 400 is a 4-wire signal converter for use with the sensors of the Optiflux and Waterflux ranges. Areas of application include water and wastewater applications, chemical and petrochemical industries, the food and beverage industry, and mining and energy.
The new signal converter is designed for demanding processes that require the highest measurement accuracy, advanced process and device diagnostics, and wireless device verification. In addition to the enhanced self- and process diagnostics provided by the integrated Opticheck technology, it provides Namur NE 107 status indication and a range of communication options.
Parametrisation, monitoring and verification of the field devices can be performed via Bluetooth. For example, using the Opticheck Mobile App or a DTM, Level 0 or Level 1 verification can be conducted during operation.
Another feature is the integrated Multi-Phase Operation (MPO) technology. In many applications, process conditions do not meet the requirements for electromagnetic flow measurement. Gas entrainment, solids content, or electromagnetic disturbance can often result in signal instability or measurement failure.
IFC 400’s MPO technology uses intelligent signal processing algorithms to stabilise the measurement process and enable continuous measurement with stable, repeatable readings, even under challenging process conditions.
The IFC 400 is SIL2/3-certified for use in safety instrumented systems and is available in compact and remote versions. The integrated Automated Partial Proof Testing functionality enables the device to be partially tested by the safety system in SIL mode up to a test coverage of 75%, significantly extending proof test intervals.
With the IFC 400, Krohne emphasises its ambition to drive innovation in process instrumentation. The combination of high measurement stability, advanced diagnostic capabilities and the new MPO technology represents an advancement in electromagnetic flow measurement.
