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Type 2581 FlowtraMag® Meter

Product description
The type 2581 FlowtraMag is a full-bore plastic PVC in line style magnetic flowmeter. The
PVC body with Titanium or Hastelloy® C electrodes has no moving parts, and is two to three
times lighter in weight compared to traditional metal magmeters on the market. It is desi-
gned for high accuracy flow measurement in short pipe runs, making it an ideal solution for
industrial applications where performance and ease of use are important.
The FlowtraMag design is factory calibrated with certificate at ±1% of reading accuracy. It is
offered in corrosion resistant materials to provide long-term reliability with minimal main-
tenance costs. The LED indicators show at-a-glance system status, including normal
operation, zero flow and partially filled pipe detection.
The flow meter provides three different outputs;
field selectable frequency or digital (S3L) as well as analog 4 to 20 mA in both passive and
active configuration. The GF Config Tool Bluetooth® app supports iOS and Android for simple
on-the-fly user configuration with in with instantaneous flow reading.
These versatile, easy-to-install meters deliver accurate flow measurement in pipe sizes of
DN25 (1 in.), DN40 (1.5 in.), DN50 (2 in.), DN80 (3 in.) and DN100 (4 in.), optimized for perfor-
mance in short pipe runs often associated with final effluent lines, well heads and water
treatment skids.

Features
• No moving parts
• Lighter in weight compared to traditional metal magmeters FM
APPROVED
• Reduced straight run requirements, ideal for final effluent lines, wellheads and skids
• Factory calibrated with certificate (±1% of reading accuracy)
• Partially filled pipe detection status indicator
• Reverse flow direction configurable with 0252 Configuration Tool or GF Config Tool
Bluetooth® App
• One device with three different outputs: field selectable Frequency or Digital (S³L), (Titanium only)
and analog 4 to 20 mA in both passive and active configuration
• On-the-fly configuration with GF Config Tool Bluetooth® App
• Bluetooth® 4.2 capable, support iOS and Android for simple user configuration with
instantaneous flow reading

* Patent #: US 10,712,184 B1. Other U.S. and International Patents Pending.

Hastelloy® is a registered trademark of Haynes International.

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Applications
• Chemical Processing/Production
• Cooling Tower
• Filtration Systems
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Municipal and Industrial Water Distribution
• Pool and Aquatics
• Process Control, Water Process Flow
• Reverse Osmosis
• Scrubber Systems
• Metal Recovery and Landfill Leachate
• Mining

Specifications
General
DN25, DN40, DN50, DN80,
Pipe Size Range 1 in., 1.5 in., 2 in., 3 in., 4 in.
DN100
Flow Range Titanium or
0.02 to 10 m/s 0.07 to 33 ft/s
Hastelloy C
DN25 (1") 0.53 LPM to 266.35 LPM 0.14 to 70.36 GPM
DN40 (1.5") 1.36 LPM to 662.34 LPM 0.36 to 174.97 GPM
DN50 (2") 2.23 LPM to 1112.60 LPM 0.59 to 293.92 GPM
DN80 (3 in.) 5.11 LPM to 2493.75 LPM 1.35 to 658.78 GPM
DN100 (4") 8.72 LPM to 4357.83 LPM 2.30 to 1151.22 GPM
Minimum Conductivity 20 µS/cm – water based
Power Cable Wire 7.6 m (25 ft) 2-conductor shielded
Output Cable Wire 7.6 m (25 ft) 5-conductor shielded
Cable wires may be extended up to 305 m (1,000 ft), field splice or special order

Wetted Materials
Flow Tube Body PVC
Electrode Titanium, grade 2 or Hastelloy C-276
O-rings FKM or EPDM

Performance
Accuracy ± 1% of reading plus ± 0.01 m/s (0.033 ft/s), reference condition 50 µS/cm and water based
Repeatability ± 0.5% of reading @ 25 °C (77 °F)
Low Flow Cutoff 0.02 m/s (0.07 ft/s) (adjustable via GF Config Tool App or 0252 Configuration Tool)

Electrical
DC Power (Functional Rating) 24 VDC, max 24 W (12 to 32 VDC)
Reverse Polarity Protected Up to 35 VDC
Over-Voltage Maximum Rating 35 VDC

Current Output
Passive (low power) 4 to 20 mA per ANSI-ISA 50.00.01 Class H
Active Output 4 to 20 mA
Passive / Active User selectable
Passive Loop Voltage 12 to 32 VDC
Loop Accuracy ±32 µA (@ 25 °C @ 24 VDC)
Loop Resolution 5 µA
Loop Span 3.8 mA to 21 mA
Error Condition None, 3.6 mA or 22 mA
Max. Cable 305 m (1'000 ft)
Max. Loop Resistance 600 Ω @ 24 VDC
Compatible with PLC, PC or similar equipment

Frequency Output
Frequency 5 to 24 VDC, 50 mA max.

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Frequency Output
Frequency Range 0 to 1500 Hz
Max. Cable 305 m (1'000 ft)
Max. Pull-up Voltage 30 VDC, 10k pull-up recommended
Compatible with type 9900, 9950, and 0486 Profibus Concentrator

Digital (S3L) Output

Digital (S3L) 4.5 to 5.5 VDC
Serial ASCII, TTL level 9600 bps Compatible with type 9900, 9950 and 0486 Profibus
Concentrator
Max. Cable Length Application dependent

Environmental Requirements
Enclosure NEMA 4X / IP65
Relative Humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing
Storage Temperature -10 °C to 60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)
Operating Temperature
Ambient -10 °C to 60 °C 14 °F to 140 °F
Media 0 °C to 60 °C 32 °F to 140 °F
UL Environmental Rating UL 50, type 6P Storage
Altitude 4,000 m 13,123 ft

Pressure/Temperature Ratings
Maximum Operating Pressure 10 bar @ 23 °C (145 psi @ 73 °F)
DN25 (1"), DN40 (1.5"), DN50 (2") 3.5 bar @ 60 °C (51 psi @ 140 °F)
DN80 (3"), DN100 (4") 2.27 bar @ 60 °C (33 psi @ 140 °F)

Shipping Weight -Titanium or Hastelloy C

DN25 (1") 3.4 kg 7.5 lbs
DN40 (1.5") 4.1 kg 9.1 lbs
DN50 (2") 4.5 kg 9.9 lbs
DN80 (3") 7.5 kg 16.5 lbs
DN100 (4") 8.3 kg 18.3 lbs

Standards and Approvals

CE, UKCA, FCC, NSF (Titanium only, does not include flange gaskets)
UL, CUL Recognized Component
RoHS compliant, China RoHS
Manufactured under ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

Pressure-temperature diagram
Note:
The pressure/temperature graphs are specifically for the GF sensor. During system design
the specifications of all components must be considered.
In the case of a metal piping system, a plastic sensor will reduce the system specification.

(psi) (bar)
150 10.3
140 9.7
130 9.0
120 8.3
110 7.6 DN25 (1”)
100 6.9 DN40 (1.5”)
90 6.2
DN50 (2”)
80 5.5
70 4.8
60 4.1
50 3.4
DN80 (3”) @ 3,5 bar
DN100(4”) (51 psi)
40 2.8
@ 2,27 bar
30 2.1
(33 psi)
20 1.4
10 0.7
0
°C -20 0 20 40 60 80 100
°F -4 32 68 104 140 176 212

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Dimensions
DN25 1 in.
Metric Union ends and union nuts shown ASTM Union ends and union nuts shown
99.2 mm 3.91 in.

249.4 mm 9.82 in.

2X 5.5 mm 35.8 mm 2X 0.22 in. 1.41 in.

Ø 138.7 mm Ø 5.46 in.

25.5 mm 1.00 in.
2X 28.8 mm 2X 1.13 in.
199.6 ±1.6 mm 7.86 ±0.062 in.
213.7 ±1.8 mm 8.41 ±0.10 in.
Pipe Cutout dimension Pipe Cutout dimension

DN40 1.5 in.

Metric Union ends and union nuts shown ASTM Union ends and union nuts shown

99.2 mm 3.91 in.

249.4 mm 9.82 in.

43.7 mm 1.72 in.

2X 6.6 mm 2X 0.26 in.

Ø 138.7 mm 33.3 mm Ø 5.46 in. 1.31 in.

2X 35.1 mm 2X 1.38 in.
226.6 ±1.6 mm 8.92 ±0.062 in.
232.6 ±1.8 mm 9.53 ±0.10 in.
Pipe Cutout dimension Pipe Cutout dimension

DN50 2 in.
Metric Union ends and union nuts shown ASTM Union ends and union nuts shown
3.91 in.
99.2 mm

9.82 in.
249.4 mm
2X 0.28 in. 1.88 in.
2X 7.1 mm 47.8 mm

Ø 138.7 mm Ø 5.46 in.

38.9 mm 1.53 in.

239.3 ±1.6 mm 9.42 ±0.062 in.
2X 38.3 mm 10.16 ±0.10 in. 2X 1.51 in.
258.1 ±1.8 mm
Pipe Cutout dimension Pipe Cutout dimension

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DN80 3 in.
Flange bolt kits and gaskets not shown (Sold separately) Flange bolt kits and gaskets not shown (Sold separately)
99.2 mm 3.91 in.

327.6 mm 12.90 in.

Ø 217.5 mm Ø 8.56 in.

Ø 203.2 mm Ø 8.00 in.

273.06 ± 3.2 mm 10.75 ±0.125 in.

DN100 4 in.
Flange bolt kits and gaskets not shown (Sold separately) Flange bolt kits and gaskets not shown (Sold separately)
99.2 mm 3.91 in.

328.5 mm 12.93 in.

Ø 228.6 mm Ø 9.00 in.

Ø 216.7 mm Ø 8.53 in.

276.86 ±3.2 mm 10.90 ±0.125 in.

System Overview
Stand-Alone Panel Mount Pipe, Tank, Wall 4 to 20 mA Output Automation System
Type 2581 FlowtraMag GF Instruments GF Instruments -C  ustomer Supplied Chart -0
 486 Profibus Concentrator and
- 9900-1P - 9900-1 with 3-8050-1 Universal Recorder, Programmable Customer Supplied Programmable
- 9900-1BC Mount Kit Logic Controller or Logic Controller or
- 9950 - 9900-1BC with Rear Enclosure - Programmable -P
 rogrammable Automation
Automation Controller Controller

+
ENTER

PLC

OR
N/C

L OUT-

L OUT+

N/C

L IN-

L IN+

GND

DATA

+5V OUT

L IN-

L IN+

GND

DATA

+5V OUT

L IN-

L IN+

+
Profibus USB Out In S3 L Loop S3 L Loop
Channel 7 Channel 6 Channel 5

PLC
Valve

+
Address Signet 3-0486 Profibus Concentrator

Power Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4

24 VDC
0.40A Max S3L Freq S3 L Freq S3 L Freq S3L Freq
+5V OUT

+5V OUT

+5V OUT

+5V OUT
Freq IN

Freq IN

Freq IN

Freq IN
PWR+

PWR+

PWR+

PWR-

PWR-

PWR-

DATA

DATA

DATA

DATA
GND

GND

GND

GND

Type 2581
FlowtraMag
- 3-2581PTXX-10X
- 3-2581PHXX-10X

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GF Configuration Tool Bluetooth® App

On-the-fly configuration, sensor Information at your

fingertips

• Bluetooth® 4.2 capable, support iOS and Android

for simple user configuration

• Application setup
 Set Averaging, Sensitivity, Low Flow Cut Off,
Config Tool Direction of Flow, Flow Units and Totalizer
Unit

• Name files

• Share and/or Save files

• Monitor flow and totalizer

• Loop adjustment is a live update

 Set 4 mA, 20 mA, Error condition of the
current output alarm (3.6 or 22 mA), adjust
your 4 to 20 mA setting and select output
mode

• Calibration
 Custom Calibration of Rate, Volumetric, Zero
Flow Calibration

(example shows Menu)

Live Logging while connected Sensor Information when you

to mobile / tablet device, set need it
1 sec or more increments. Sensor information, Bluetooth
Device Tag, Permanent Totalizer,
Resettable Totalizer, Calibration
Adjustment Factor, Zero Offset
Adjustment.

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Ordering information
Mfr. Part No. Code Description
3-2581-PT01-101 159 001 970 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, FKM O-Ring, Union, DN25 (1 in.)
3-2581-PT15-101 159 001 971 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, FKM O-Ring, Union, DN40 (1.5 in.)
3-2581-PT02-101 159 001 972 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, FKM O-Ring, Union, DN50 (2 in.)
3-2581-PT03-101 159 001 973 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, FKM O-Ring, Flange, DN80 (3 in.)
3-2581-PT04-101 159 001 974 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, FKM O-Ring, Flange, DN100 (4 in.)

3-2581-PH01-101 159 001 975 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, FKM O-Ring, Union, DN25 (1 in.)
3-2581-PH15-101 159 001 976 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, FKM O-Ring, Union, DN40 (1.5 in.)
3-2581-PH02-101 159 001 977 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, FKM O-Ring, Union, DN50 (2 in.)
3-2581-PH03-101 159 001 978 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, FKM O-Ring, Flange, DN80 (3 in.)
3-2581-PH04-101 159 001 979 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, FKM O-Ring, Flange, DN100 (4 in.)

3-2581-PT01-102 159 001 980 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, EPDM O-Ring, Union, DN25 (1 in.)
3-2581-PT15-102 159 001 981 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, EPDM O-Ring, Union, DN40 (1.5 in.)
3-2581-PT02-102 159 001 982 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, EPDM O-Ring, Union, DN50 (2 in.)
3-2581-PT03-102 159 001 983 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, EPDM O-Ring, Flange, DN80 (3 in.)
3-2581-PT04-102 159 001 984 FlowtraMag, PVC, Titanium, EPDM O-Ring, Flange, DN100 (4 in.)

3-2581-PH01-102 159 001 985 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, EPDM O-Ring, Union, DN25 (1 in.)
3-2581-PH15-102 159 001 986 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, EPDM O-Ring, Union, DN40 (1.5 in.)
3-2581-PH02-102 159 001 987 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, EPDM O-Ring, Union, DN50 (2 in.)
3-2581-PH03-102 159 001 988 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, EPDM O-Ring, Flange, DN80 (3 in.)
3-2581-PH04-102 159 001 989 FlowtraMag, PVC, Hastelloy C, EPDM O-Ring, Flange, DN100 (4 in.)

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Accessories
Mfr. Part No. Code Description
3-0252 159 001 808 0252 Configuration Tool (optional for configuring with PC)
5523-0222 159 000 392 Cable (per foot), 2 cond. w/shield, 22 AWG
5523-0224 159 855 034 Cable (per foot), 6 cond. w/shield, 22 AWG
3-2581-PX01-10X Accessories
857 375 010 857 375 010 PVC 80 type 375 Union FKM (SxS) 1 in. (ASTM)
1220-0218 159 812 039 1.234IDX.139 FKM O-ring RMS 1071 (1 in.) (2 required per unit)
897 375 010 897 375 010 PVC 80 type 375 Union EPDM (SxS) 1 in. (ASTM)
1224-0218 159 812 044 NSF 1.234IDX.139 EPDM O-ring (1 in.) (2 required per unit)
161 375 904C 161 375 904C Union End, PVC, PN16, d32DN25 (Metric)
3-2581-PX15-10X Accessories
857 375 015 857 375 015 PVC 80 type 375 Union FKM (SxS) 1.5 in. (ASTM)
1220-0327 159 812 040 1.725IDX.210 FKM O-ring RMS1071 (1.5 in.) (2 required per unit)
897 375 015 897 375 015 PVC 80 type 375 Union EPDM (SxS) 1.5 in. (ASTM)
1224-0327 159 812 045 NSF 1.725IDX.210 EPDM O-RING (1.5 in.) (2 required per unit)
161 375 906C 161 375 906C Union End, PVC, PN16, d50DN40 (Metric)
3-2581-PX02-10X Accessories
857 375 020 857 375 020 PVC 80 type 375 Union FKM (SxS) 2 in. (ASTM)
1220-0331 159 812 041 2.225X.210 FKM O-RING RMS1071 (2 in.) (2 required per unit)
897 375 020 897 375 020 PVC 80 type 375 Union EPDM (SxS) 2 in. (ASTM)
1224-0331 159 812 046 NSF 2.225X.210 EPDM O-RING (2 in.) (2 required per unit)
161 375 907C 161 375 907C Union End, PVC, PN16, d63DN50 (Metric)
3-2581-PX03-10X Accessories
854-030 854-030 3 in. PVC80 Van-Stone Flange (S)
37X 002 117 37X 002 117 FKM Full Face Flange Gasket - 150# ANSI Bolt Pattern - 3 in.
37X 002 008 37X 002 008 EPDM Full Face Flange Gasket - 150# ANSI Bolt Pattern - 3 in.
37Z 000 068 37Z 000 068 Van Stone Flange 316SS Bolt Kit, 4-hole, 3 in. ASTM
721 790 113 721 790 113 DN80 Flange Adapter, PVC-U, Metric (Use with backing flange 721 700 013)
721 700 013 721 700 013 DN80 Backing Flange, PVC-U, Metric
749 440 713 749 440 713 DN80 FKM Profile Flange Gasket, Metric
748 440 713 748 440 713 DN80 EPDM Profile Flange Gasket, Metric
3-2581-PX04-10X Accessories
854-040 854-040 4 in. PVC80 Van-Stone Flange (S)
37X 002 118 37X 002 118 FKM Full Face Flange Gasket - 150# ANSI Bolt Pattern - 4 in.
37X 002 009 37X 002 009 EPDM Full Face Flange Gasket - 150# ANSI Bolt Pattern - 4 in.
37Z 000 069 37Z 000 069 Van Stone Flange 316SS Bolt Kit, 8-hole, 4 in. ASTM
721 790 114 721 790 114 DN100 Flange Adapter, PVC-U, Metric (Use with backing flange 721 700 014)
721 700 014 721 700 014 DN100 V-Flange Ring PVC-U, Metric
749 440 714 749 440 714 DN100 FKM Profile Flange Gasket, Metric
748 440 714 748 440 714 DN100 EPDM Profile Flange Gasket, Metric

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Wiring Information
When wiring the 2581 FlowtraMag output cable to a 9900/9950, use the red wire for
Frequency/DATA and the white wire as ground. 3-2581

Power cable Red + + 24 VDC @ 1A min.

Black - – Power Supply
Shield (EMC enhancement)
Red
Output cable White
S3L / Frequency
Brown
4 to 20 mA
Black
Shield
Blue used for
GF Config App password
reset only

Power Wiring
Black
Power cable – 24 VDC @ 1A min.
Red
+ Power Supply

Shield (EMC enhancement)

4 to 20 mA Loop Output Wiring

2581 Active 4-20mA Output Wiring
Black
–
24 VDC @ 1A min.
Power cable 4-20 mA Loop +
4 to 20 mA + (Brown) 2581
monitor 4 to 20 mA – (Black) Output cable
Power Supply Red (Max 300 Ω) –
+
Blue not used
Shield (EMC enhancement)
Red
White Not used
Shield
4 to 20 mA + (Brown) 2581

4 to 20 mA - (Black) Output cable

Passive 4-20mA Output Wiring
24 VDC + 4 to 20 mA + (Brown)
Choose Passive or Active Blue not used ± 10%
– 2581
in Bluetooth App Red
White Not used Output cable
4-20 mA Loop + 4 to 20 mA – (Black)
Shield monitor
(Max 300 Ω) –
Blue not used
Red
White Not used
Shield

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Frequency Output Wiring

Compatible with all POWERED GF Flow Instruments.
• When choosing Frequency in the Bluetooth® App, the 2581 outputs an open collector
frequency signal that can be connected to any powered GF flow meter (Types 9900,
9900-1BC or 9950).
• 24 VDC power at 1 amp should always be connected.
NOTE: The frequency output will be displayed as positive flow regardless of the flow direction.

2581
Black
– Power cable
24 VDC @ 1A min.
Power Supply + Red

Shield (EMC enhancement)

Data (Red) 2581

Ground - (White) Output cable

Choose Frequency in
Blue not used
Bluetooth® App
Brown
Black Not used
Shield

2581 Wiring to type 9900

Flow Meter Wiring Details for 2581 FlowtraMag Meter
Digital (S3L) Output (Compatible with 9900 and 9950)
• To select (S3L), use Bluetooth® App.
• 24 VDC power at a minimum of 1 amp should always be connected to the 2581.
• The 9900 and 9950 will display negative numbers to indicate reverse flow
• The maximum cable length from the 2581 to the 9900 or 9950 depends on the 9900 or
9950 configuration.
2581 Wiring to GF 9900
Data (Red) 2581

Ground (White) Output cable

S3L/Freq
9900 S3L Blue not used
Terminal
Brown
V+
DATA
GND
SHLD

Black Not used GF Config Tool App

Shield set to (S3L)
9900
Transmitter

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2581 Wiring to type 9950

GF Config Tool App set to (S3L) Refer to the 0486 Profibus Concentrator manual for Frequency
wiring and programing instructions.

9950 9950
Digital (S3L) Frequency
DC POWER DC POWER

PWR+ PWR+
PWR– PWR–

Loop1+ Loop1+
Loop1– Loop1–
Loop2+ Loop2+
Loop2– Loop2–

No connection X +V +V
2581 No connection X +V +V Frequency (Red) 2581
No connection X FREQ FREQ Data (Red) FREQ FREQ
DATA Output cable No connection X DATA
Ground (White) Output cable
CH1

CH1
DATA DATA
GND GND GND GND
+V Ground (White) +V
CH2

CH2
FREQ FREQ
DATA
Blue not used DATA Blue not used
GND GND
Brown Brown
Black Not used Black Not used
Shield Shield

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The information and technical data (altogether “Data”) herein are not binding, unless explicitly confirmed in writing. The Data
neither constitutes any expressed, implied or warranted characteristics, nor guaranteed properties or a guaranteed durability. All
Data is subject to modification. The General Terms and Conditions of Sale of Georg Fischer Piping Systems apply.
3-2581.099 Rev F
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© Georg Fischer Piping Systems Ltd, 8201 Schaffhausen/Switzerland
Tel. +41 52 631 11 11 • www.gfps.com • E-Mail: [email protected]

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