Barton 242 User Manual
Barton 242 User Manual
Barton 242 User Manual
TEMPERATURE/PRESSURE
RECORDER-RECEIVER
User Manual
Manual No. 9A-10135, Rev. 02
March 2009
Contents
Safety Information.......................................................................................... 2
Section 1—Introduction.................................................................................. 3
General.......................................................................................................... 3
Main Components.......................................................................................... 3
Section 2—Theory of Operation..................................................................... 5
General.......................................................................................................... 5
Static Pressure Element................................................................................ 5
Temperature Element.................................................................................... 6
Section 3—Installation.................................................................................... 9
General.......................................................................................................... 9
Standard Practice Considerations................................................................. 9
Mounting........................................................................................................ 9
Chart Installation.......................................................................................... 10
Calibration Check.........................................................................................11
Piping........................................................................................................... 12
Operation..................................................................................................... 12
Section 4 - Maintenance and Calibration.................................................... 13
Maintenance................................................................................................ 13
Temperature Pen Calibration....................................................................... 13
Static Pressure Pen Calibration................................................................... 15
Static Pressure Element Replacement........................................................ 16
Temperature System Replacement............................................................. 17
Chart Drive Replacement............................................................................ 17
Linkage Adjustments.................................................................................... 18
Section 5—Troubleshooting......................................................................... 19
Section 6—Installation/Dimensional Drawings.......................................... 21
Section 7—Assembly Drawings and Parts Lists........................................ 25
242E Assembly............................................................................................ 25
Instrument Specifications............................................................................. 34
Product Warranty......................................................................................... 35
Safety Information
Before installing this instrument, become familiar with the installation in-
structions in Section 3.
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Section 1—Introduction
General
The Barton Model 242E Temperature and Pressure Recorder-Receiver is a
versatile and rugged instrument designed for general temperature and pres-
sure applications. It records monitored temperature and pressure on a 12-inch
diameter chart. Up to four elements or bellows-type receiver elements may be
used in any combination to operate up to four individual recording pens.
Main Components
Static Pressure Systems
The static pressure system consists of a helical bourdon tube connected to
system piping. The static pressure element measures the static pressure in a
piping system. Elements are available for measuring pressures ranging from
30 in. of vacuum (mercury) to 30,000 psi. For a list of elements and ranges,
see Table 7.3—Static Pressure Elements on page 31.
Thermal Systems
The thermal systems consist of a spiral bourdon tube, a capillary, and a bulb.
All parts are made of stainless steel. The bulb is fitted with a bendable exten-
sion, and the capillary is protected with stainless steel armor.
Receiver Bellows
The 242E recorder may be connected to a pneumatic transmitter to record the
3-15 or 6-30 psi output signal of the transmitter. The instrument may also be
connected to record the output of a pneumatic transmitter simultaneously with
the direct system pressure.
Recording Mechanism
The recording mechanism is a linkage and pen system that permanently re-
cords data. It converts mechanical inputs from the pressure, temperature, and
receiver elements to link lines on a revolving chart. All operative parts of the
recorder mechanism are made of stainless steel for a long field life. The pen
mount is exceptionally rugged. All lines are adjustable. Screw adjustments for
zero, range, and linearity assure fast and accurate calibration.
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Chart Drive
A variety of chart drives are available. Both electrical and spring-wound chart
drives fit a wide variety of chart speeds and time intervals that reduce main-
tenance time (see Section 5—Troubleshooting on page 19). All chart drives are
interchangeable and fitted with a recorder hub clip that features a simple yet
secure method of locking the chart in place. Explosion-proof electrical chart
drives are available.
Case
The 242E is housed in an aluminum case with a hinged door providing access
for chart changes and calibration adjustment. The case is finished in a black,
polyurethane electrostatic powder paint that is highly resistant to weathering,
scratches, marring, and industrial fumes. The Model 242E connects to the
system or transmitter through fittings in the bottom of the case.
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General
Pressure, temperature, and receiver elements in the 242E are connected by
tubing or pipe to measure system pressure, system temperature, and transmit-
ter output (Figure 2.1).
The capillary tubes from the static pressure element and receiver element
connect directly to the piping system and are filled with the process system
fluid. Two thermal systems are available: a Class V mercury-filled system and
a Class I hydrocarbon-filled system. See Instrument Specifications on page 34
for details.
A chart drive mechanism turns the chart at a selected speed. The chart is
driven by either an electrical motor or a mechanical, spring-wound type motor
(see Table 7.2—Chart Drives on page 30).
Receiver
Bellows
Capillary
Tubing
Static pressure introduced through the tubing into the static pressure element
causes the element to unwind. Conversely, a reduction of pressure within the
tubing causes the element to wind up more tightly. This motion is transmitted
through the lever arm assembly and its intermediate linkage to the pen shaft,
which controls the movement of the recorder pen. The pen transcribes the mo-
tion onto a rotating chart to permanently record changes in static pressure.
Temperature Element
The thermal system senses temperature changes, using the thermal expansion
priciple. Temperature changes cause thermal expansion and contraction of
mercury in the bulb. When heated mercury expands, it increases in volume,
causing the bourdon tube to exert mechanical force. The bourdon tube move-
ment is transmitted through mechanical linkage to a recording pen (Figure
2.2—Temperature element on page 7).
Thermal Bulb
The thermal bulb acts as the sensing element. Its physical and dimensional
characteristics determine response time of the system. Large surface area to
volume, minimum wall thickness, and high heat conductivity are desirable for
high speed temperature response. The metal used in thermal bulb fabrication
should have a minimum coefficient of expansion and low specific heat fac-
tor—stainless steel is used in the Model 242E thermal bulb.
Capillary Tubing
The capillary tubing provides a thermal seal between the temperature bulb
and bourdon tube. The tubing, fabricated from thick-walled stainless steel,
minimizes the internal volume for mercury. The capillary is provided with
1/4-inch spiral armor to assure a strong and pliable transmission line between
the primary element and the secondary mechanism (bourdon tube).
Filling Fluid
Mercury's thermal properties make it highly sensitive to temperature changes
and suitable for use with a wide range of temperatures.
Secondary Mechanism
The measuring element is a precision-wound stainless steel bourdon tube,
which converts the volumetric expansion and contraction of the mercury-fill
to an angular output of 17 degrees nominal for the full temperature range.
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Section 3—Installation
General
Inspect the instrument as it is removed from packing and report any damage
that may have occurred during shipment.
Distances—The distances between the temperature bulb and the recorder case
should be minimized. Maximum allowable distances are:
VA (fully compensated system): 100 feet
VB (case compensated system): 20 feet
Elevation—Maximum elevation of the temperature bulb with respect to the
recorder must not exceed 30 feet. The percent of zero shift can be calibrated
by the following:
Mounting
IMPORTANT: Mount the instrument as level as possible. Limit drill penetration and
remove chips. Temperature bulb capillary must precede the recorder
case through the panel cutout. Do not apply wrench or bar pressure to
the recorder case, when using a thread mount.
3. Attach two flush mounting brackets to bottom of case using the enclosed
self-tapping screws.
4. Pass instrument through the panel cutout.
5. Attach remaining flush mounting bracket and install panel mounting
screws.
Pipe Mounting
To mount the recorder to a 2-in. pipe, perform the following steps:
1. Place a suitable length of 2-inch pipe into a well-secured floor or wall
flange; or if preferred, attach the 2-inch pipe to existing pipe with a
saddle that is fitted with a 2-inch pipe.
2. Attach the recorder to the pipe, orient the instrument, and tighten retain-
ing screws.
Bulb Mounting
IMPORTANT: When locating the thermal bulb within a furnace, tank, line, etc., avoid
dead spots where fluid circulation is sluggish and temperature is not re-
sponsive. Elevation of the temperature bulb, with respect to the recorder,
will cause a slight zero shift.
Chart Installation
Perform the following steps to install the chart:
1. Open the recorder door.
2. Release the chart hub lock (located on the chart drive hub).
3. Raise the pen lifter arm.
4. Slide the chart between the pen(s) and the chart plate. Insert the chart in
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the chart guides in the chart plate, position the hole in the chart over the
chart hub. and press the chart onto the hub.
5. Lower the pen lifter arm and position the chart to place the pen(s) on the
desired chart time line.
6. Secure the chart in place with the chart hub lock.
Calibration Check
Pressure System
Check the calibration of the pressure system prior to placing the recorder into
service. Refer to the illustration and photo on the next page.
1. Connect the recorder to the calibration equipment as shown in Figure 3.1.
2. Apply zero pressure (3 or 6 psi for pneumatic transmitter output
pressure recording) and adjust the pen to the zerocircle on the
chart using the zero adjust screw.
3. Apply 100% pressure. (For example, 100% pressure for an element with
a standard range of 0 to 1500 psi is 1500 psi; 50% pressure is 750 psi.)
Verify that the pen moves across scale to the 100% pressure indication.
4. Apply 50% pressure. Verify that the pen indicates 50% pressure on the
chart.
5. If the pen does not accurately indicate the pressure being applied, recali-
brate the static pressure pen (see Static Pressure Pen Calibration on page
15).
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Temperature System
All instruments are calibrated at the factory and normally do not require more
than a check before startup. The Model 242E has been calibrated at 0, 25, 50,
75, and 100% of full temperature range and checked for proper overtravel.
Because of the extensive procedure and elaborate test stand requirements
needed to simulate operating conditions, it is recommended that only a zero
check be performed. If the temperature system appears to be out of calibra-
tion, recalibrate the temperature pen (see Temperature Pen Calibration on
page 13).
Piping
Connect the pressure element to the system pressure or transmitter output
using tubing or pipe. The pressure connection on the outside of the recorder
case is 1/4-in. NPT, female.
Operation
To place the instrument into operation, proceed as follows:
1. Verify that the pen has ink an d is in contact with chart. Replace the pen,
if necessary.
2. Turn on the drive.
3. Turn on the pressure to the recorder.
To remove the instrument from service:
1. Turn off the pressure to the recorder.
2. Turn off the chart drive.
3. Lift the pen from the chart.
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Maintenance
Generally, Barton recorders require no maintenance other than replacement of
the chart, replacement of pens, winding of the spring-wound chart drives, and
occasional calibration. In addition, the operator should periodically check the
door seal for wear and the pressure fittings for tightness. See Table 4.1 for a
list of tools required for routine maintenance.
Periodic Maintenance
Periodically inspect and clean the thermal well. In services where the temper-
ature bulb or thermal well is in contact with semisolids, sludge build up can
appreciably affect the heat conductivity of the sensing element. Inspect and
clean the temperature bulb or well in the following manner:
1. Carefully remove the temperature bulb from the thermal well by loosen-
ing the packing nut and slipping it back on the bulb extension. Loosen
the jam nut and remove the temperature bulb.
2. Remove the thermal well from the socket.
3. With a fine-grade steel wool, remove excess residue from the temperature
bulb and thermal well.
4. Examine the capillary tubing for damage or kinking.
IMPORTANT: Verify that all linkage is free. Adjust the range arm and the drive arm so
that they are parallel in the same plane (at the same distance from back
of the case). Adjust the lever arm and pen zero adjust screws to their
midpoints, and make sure that all midscale linkage angles are 90°.
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Calibrate the temperature pen after replacing the thermal element. The com-
plete calibration procedure is as follows:
1. Apply a temperature equal to 50% of the total temperature range.
2. Adjust the drive arm and the driven arm until they form an approximate
90° angle with the intermediate arm.
3. Reduce the temperature to zero or the starting point of the temperature
range. Fine-tune the zero adjustment with the zero adjusting screw.
4. Apply 100% temperature and set the pen to full scale by turning the
adjusting screw.
5. Reduce the temperature to zero or the starting point of the temperature
range and check the zero reading. If the reading is correct, proceed to
step 7.
6. If zero adjustment is required, repeat steps 3 through 5 until desired ac-
curacy is achieved.
7. Apply 50% temperature and observe the pen indication.
a. If the pen indicates high or low, adjust the drive link to make a cor-
rection approximately 40 times the error — in the direction of the
error.
b. Reset the pen to the 50% line by slipping the pen at the range arm
pivot point.
8. Reduce the temperature to zero or the starting point of the temperature
range and reset the zero point.
a. If the zero offset is minor, reset the zero point with zero adjust screw.
b. If the zero offset is major, reset the zero point by loosening the
bourdon mounting screws and rotating the connecting linkage to ap-
proximately zero. Fine-tune the zero adjustment with the zero adjust
screw.
9. Repeat steps 3 through 8 until desired accuracy is maintained.
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To calibrate the static pressure pen and associated linkage, proceed as fol-
lows:
1. Adjust the static range arm and drive arm at precisely the same distance
from the back of the case.
2. Place the static drive link in the fourth hole from the pen shaft of the
range arm.
3. Adjust the static pressure linkage to form 90° angles between the drive
link (see above illustration) and the pivot points of the associated linkage,
as follows:
a. Apply 50% static pressure, center the thumb nut on the drive arm,
and arrange the static linkage as illustrated in Figure 4.1.
b. Set a 90° angle between the drive arm and the link. Tighten the
clamp block screw.
c. Vary the length of the link to get a 90° angle between the range arm
and the link.
d. Slip the range arm on the pen shaft to 50% on the chart.
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4. Release the pressure and reset the pen to zero indication, using the pen
zero adjust screw for fine adjustment (10% or less). For major adjust-
ments (more than 10%), loosen the range arm lock screw, slip the pen to
zero on the chart, and retighten the lock screw.
IMPORTANT: It may be necessary to raise or lower the pivot point of the drive link on
the range arm, as in step 3. If counterclockwise movement of the thumb
nut (step 5) does not increase the span sufficiently, move the pivot pin up
to the next pivot hole; if clockwise movement of the thumb nut does not
decrease the span sufficiently, move the pivot pin down to the next pivot
hole.
5. Apply 100% pressure and observe the pen. If the pen is slightly un-
derranged, turn the drive arm thumb nut counterclockwise; if the pen is
slightly overranged, turn the drive arm thumb nut clockwise.
6. Repeat zero and 100% adjustment until calibration at these two points is
achieved.
7. Apply 50% pressure and observe the pen indication.
a. If the pen indicates high or low, adjust the drive link to make a cor-
rection approximately 40 times the error — in the direction of the
error.
b. Reset the pen to the 50% line by slipping the pen shaft at the range
arm pivot point.
c. Reapply 50% pressure and observe the pen indication.
d. Repeat this step (7), as necessary.
8. Release pressure and reset the pen to zero indication, using pen zero
adjust screw for precise adjustment.
9. Repeat steps 4 through 8 until calibration of zero, linearity, and span (0%,
50%, and 100% indication) is achieved.
10. Assure that range arm lock screws, thumb nut lock screw, and link screws
are tight.
11. Unlock the recorder hub clip and remove the temporary calibration chart.
12. Replace the chart plate by sliding it into the chart plate retainer brackets
and engaging each side into the chart plate latches.
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5. Remove the mounting screws from the static pressure element and dis-
card the damaged element.
6. Install the new element, using the old mounting screws.
7. Connect the tubing to the element at the tubing connection.
8. Assemble the lever arm assembly onto the static pressure element shaft;
do not tighten the clamp block screw.
9. Connect the drive link to the drive arm by engaging the pivot pin and
locking the link tab into place.
10. Align the static pressure linkage (range arm, drive link, and drive arm) so
that it lies in the same plane without binding or bending.
11. Tighten the clamp block screw.
12. Calibrate the static pressure pen in accordance with the procedure out-
lined in Static Pressure Pen Calibration on page 15.
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7. Disconnect the linkage for the second pen arm from the chart so that the
arm moves freely. Make sure the pen follows the timeline on the chart.
8. Reattach the linkage and make sure that the second pen arm is on the
zero line of the chart.
9. Verify calibration.
Linkage Adjustments
Finger-tightening the range arm and drive arm lock screws can leave the
screws too loose; tightening them more than a full turn can break them.
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Section 5—Troubleshooting
Table 5.1 provides a description of problems, common causes, and recom-
mended corrections. For further assistance, contact your local Cameron field
representative.
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242E Assembly
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Instrument Specifications
General:
Case (242E) ����������������������������������� Die-cast aluminum, black polyurethane electrostatic
powder paint, hinged glass-front door, neoprene
gasket seal
Chart Drive ������������������������������������� Spring-wound or battery-operated
Chart Size ��������������������������������������� 12-inch diameter
Chart Rotation �������������������������������� 60 minutes to 31 days
Number of Pens ����������������������������� 1 to 4 (one for each element)
Pen Style ���������������������������������������� Disposable
Element:
Type ������������������������������������������������ Pressure: Helical (bourdon)
Output: Bellows (capsule)
Temperature: Helical (bourdon), Class V
mercury-filled
Number ������������������������������������������� 1 to 4 (any combination)
Range ��������������������������������������������� Bellows: (3-15 or 6-30 psi)
Helical: (0-30" Hg vacuum to 0-30,000 psi)
Accuracy ����������������������������������������� Static Pressure: ±1% of full scale
Temperature: ±1% of full scale
Material ������������������������������������������� Bellows: Stainless steel
Helical: Stainless steel and K-Monel
Class V Thermal System (Ambient Temperature Compensated):
Class VA ����������������������������������������� Fully compensated
-40° to 600°F (-40° to 315°C)
Class VB ����������������������������������������� Case compensated
-40° to 600°F (-40° to 315°C)
Class I Thermal System: (Ambient Temperature Compensated):
Class IA ������������������������������������������ Fully compensated
Class IB ������������������������������������������ Case compensated
Class I Range Limits:
Ethyl-Benzene (EB) ������������������������ -125° to 350°F (-87° to 177°C)
Kerosene (KER) ����������������������������� -20° to 500°F (-29° to 260°C)
Alcohol (ALC) ��������������������������������� -200° to 150°F (-129° to 66°C)
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Product Warranty
A. Warranty
Cameron International Corporation ("Cameron") warrants that at the time of shipment, the
products manufactured by Cameron and sold hereunder will be free from defects in mate-
rial and workmanship, and will conform to the specifications furnished by or approved by
Cameron.
B. Warranty Adjustment
1. If any defect within this warranty appears, Buyer shall notify Cameron immediately
2. Cameron agrees to repair or furnish a replacement for, but not install, any product
which within one (1) year from the date of shipment by Cameron shall, upon test and
examination by Cameron, prove defective within the above warranty.
3. No product will be accepted for return or replacement without the written authoriza-
tion of Cameron. Upon such authorization, and in accordance with instructions by
Cameron, the product will be returned shipping charges prepaid by Buyer. Replace-
ments made under this warranty will be shipped prepaid.
Product Brand
Barton® is a registered trademark of Cameron International Corporation ("Cameron").
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