INTEGRATION GUIDEBubbler Sensor with 9210 Datalogger Series

Bubbler with 9210 Datalogger Series

Prepared by:Sutron ISD

October, 2013

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INTEGRATION GUIDEBubbler Sensor with 9210 Datalogger Series

ContentsIntroduction.................................................................................................................................................3

Bubbler Options.......................................................................................................................................3

Part Number............................................................................................................................................3

Mounting Solutions.....................................................................................................................................4

Panel Version Accessories.......................................................................................................................4

Non-Panel Version Accessories...............................................................................................................4

Wiring Diagram............................................................................................................................................5

Common Configurations..............................................................................................................................6

Summary.....................................................................................................................................................7

INTEGRATION GUIDEBubbler Sensor with 9210 Datalogger Series

IntroductionThe constant flow bubble gauge is one of Sutron’s most commonly used water level sensors. This guide will describe the proper method of connecting the sensor with the 9210 datalogger. This will apply to all dataloggers in the 9210 series. The configuration of the software will be the same for the Xpert datalogger series, but the wiring diagrams will be different.

Bubbler OptionsThere are several types of bubbler gauges that Sutron manufactures. The differences are the psi range, enclosure, orifice line size, and the number of orifice lines it can measure. When selecting which bubbler to use based on psi, keep in mind that 1 psi allows for 2.307ft of fresh water and 2.25ft of salt water. This means that a 25 psi bubbler can be submerged in up to 57.67ft of fresh water and 56.25ft of salt water.

Part Number 56-0133-25-1 Accubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage/Recorder 25 psi range

56-0133-25-1CAccubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage/Recorder 25 psi range, 6mmOrifice Lines for Canadian users

56-0133-25-1-TAccubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage/Recorder 25 psi range withWater Temperature Sensor Port

56-0133-25-1P Accubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage 25 psi range - no enclosure56-0133-50-1 Accubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage/Recorder 50 psi range

56-0133-50-1CAccubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage/Recorder 50 psi range , 6mmOrifice Lines for Canadian users

56-0133-50-1-TAccubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage/Recorder 50 psi range , 6mmOrifice Lines for Canadian users

56-0133-50-1C-TAccubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage/Recorder 50 psi includes Water Temp Sensor Port, 6mm Orifice Lines

56-0134-25-2 Dual Orifice Accubar® Constant Flow Bubble Gage/Recorder 25 psi range

INTEGRATION GUIDEBubbler Sensor with 9210 Datalogger Series

56-0133-25-1 56-0134-25-2

Mounting SolutionsThere are two primary methods of installation for Sutron bubble gauge. One is using the bubblers with a complete system and having the bubbler placed in the enclosure. To do this you will need the panel type of bubbler listed above as 56-0133-25-1P. This option will require the enclosure to have certain parts in order to allow the bubbler tube to pass through and increase the size of the enclosure vent to allow more air to the bubbler. The non-panel version bubblers all come with their own NEMA rated enclosures and vents. These stand alone non-panel bubblers can be mounted on a wall or tower using mounting bolts. The most important aspect to keep in mind is that the bubbler tubing must be always on a continuously downward slope and not horizontal or elevated when installed.

Panel Version Accessories2911-1176 Vent 2"2171-1056 O-ring2131-1041 1.5" conduit nut3121-1533 CONN .375" BLKHD6661-1314-1 Orifice Termination2911-1266 Spare seal fittings (qty: 2)2911-1183 Polyurethane Tubing (order by the foot)

Non-Panel Version Accessories2911-1266 Spare seal fittings (qty: 2)2911-1183 Polyurethane Tubing (order by the foot)

INTEGRATION GUIDEBubbler Sensor with 9210 Datalogger Series

Wiring DiagramThe wiring shown below describes the most common connection of the bubbler sensor using SDI-12. Physically connecting the bubbler to the datalogger requires a three wire conductor. Typically, the sensor will be mounted in the station and pre-wired, but if just the sensor is purchased then view the diagram below.

INTEGRATION GUIDEBubbler Sensor with 9210 Datalogger Series

Common ConfigurationsThe 9210 utilizes a graphical setup in order to configure the sensors that are connected. The graphical setup is a series of blocks connected to depict a diagram showing how the data is managed. A typical series of blocks would be an Input, Display, Coms Tag, Measurement, and then a Log block. With this series the sensor would be measured based on the parameters of the input block, then the value would be visible on the front display of the logger, the data tab in the graphical setup would be updated, the measurement interval is defined, and then the value is logged in the log file. Alarms can also be added to the data management series by placing an alarm block before the Coms Tag block. For more detail on how to program a 9210, use the 9210 Operations and Maintenance Manual. The descriptions below will provide a concise description of common measurement setup for the bubbler sensor measured every 15 minutes.

INTEGRATION GUIDEBubbler Sensor with 9210 Datalogger Series

SummaryThis guide has described the detailed options of the constant flow bubbler as well as how to connect it to the 9210 datalogger. If you have any questions about this integration guide, or if additional guidance is needed getting started or troubleshooting then please contact Sutron’s Integrated Systems Division at 703-406-2800.