Crowcon Vortex FP Compact Control Panel
Gas Detection Control Panels
Crowcon Vortex FP
The Vortex FP and Vortex FP Compact, manufactured by Crowcon, are ATEX certified Ex d Flameproof control panels for use in Zone 1 or Zone 2 hazardous areas such as on offshore production platforms or within refineries.
Both offer all of the standard Crowcon Vortex features, as well as a display fitted with magnetic switches which enable the system to be interrogated or inhibited without opening the system enclosure.
Crowcon Vortex FP
Gas Detection Control Panel Features
- All the day-to-day operations can be completed via push buttons on the front panel – removing the requirement for hot-work permits to complete everyday tasks
- Fault and alarm LEDs on the front panel – providing instant indication of system status
- Alarm and channel settings can be adjusted at the panel
- Available in two sizes, including a compact format – for use in areas where space is a limiting factor
- Uses Vortex PC software – customisation is easy and user-friendly
- Uses industry standard Modbus RTU (or optionally Profibus) communications links – simple to integrate with PLC, DCS or SCADA control systems
Crowcon Vortex Specification
| Crowcon Vortex Part Numbers | Vortex Rack/Panel | Vortex FP | |||
| Size | Rack display: standard 19” 3UPanel display: 441 x 128mm (cut-out 366 x 84.5mm)Modules, PSU and batteries are supplied separately for fitting within a cabinet. |
440 x 640 x 332mm (17.3 x 25 x 13 ins) |
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| Weight | Dependant on configuration | 70Kgs (154lbs) approx. | |||
| Enclosure material | Not applicable | LM25 aluminium with polyester powder coating | |||
| Ingress protection | Cabinet dependent | IP66 | |||
| Channels | Up to 12 (1 to 3 4-way input modules) | ||||
| Inputs | Gas | 2 or 3 wire 4-20mA (sink or source), 0-5V | |||
| Fire – smoke & heat detectors, manual call-points | Up to 3 loops, Up to 20 devices per loop | ||||
| Outputs | External audible/visual alarm drive | Via relays, four 24Vdc 0.5A supplies provided. | |||
| Relays | Type | Up to 32 SPCO with bus extension module | |||
| Assignment – Common | Mains fail, battery low, battery fail | Battery back-up not available | |||
| Assignment – Voting | Alarms, faults and system events | ||||
| Relay modes | Energised/de-energised, latched/non-latched, time-delayed, pulsed | ||||
| Digital communications | DCS/PLC/PC | RS-485 Modbus or Profibus | |||
| Local configuration link | RS-232 (configuration software and lead supplied) | ||||
| Logging | Up to 300 alarm, power, fault, system events are stored in Non-Volatile Memory | ||||
| Panel indication | Channel number | 2-digit 7-segment Green LED | Indications as per Vortex. Displayed information can be altered and outputs can be inhibited during calibration using a magnetic key |
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| Gas reading | 4-digit 7-segment Red LED | ||||
| Measurement units | % LEL, ppm, % Vol, Fire | ||||
| Power | Green LED | ||||
| Battery OK | Green LED | ||||
| Run/hold indication | Green LED | ||||
| Channel test mode | Flashing Amber LED | ||||
| System fault – integrity watchdog | Amber LED | ||||
| Alarm indication | Audible – internal sounder | Piezo | |||
| Visual – Alarm | Level 1 & 2, Red LED | ||||
| Visual – Fault | Per channel, Amber LED | ||||
| Visual – Inhibit | Per zone, Amber LED | ||||
| Power | AC mains | 110/120V & 220/240Vac (switchable) 50-60hz 3.2A max | 110Vac or 240Vac 3.2A max 150W PSU 20 – 30Vdc |
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| DC | 20-30Vdc | ||||
| Battery back-up | 2Ah internal | Battery back-up not available | |||
| Approvals | Low voltage directive | EN61010-1 | |||
| EMC | EN50270, FCC, ICES | ||||
| Hazardous area | Not applicable | ATEX Ex 112G, IECEx optional | |||
| Operating temperature | -10 to +40°C (14 to 104°F) | ||||
| Humidity | 0-95% RH non-condensing | ||||
| Functional safety | Validated to IEC61508 | ||||
Crowocn Vortex FP Flameproof Control System
Control Panels
Visit hazardous area gas detectors for explosion and flameproof gas monitoring and detection instruments with certification for potentially explosive atmospheres, including Zone 1 and Zone 2 (according to ATEX and IECEx) and Class/Division categories (according to North American standards).
T&D Sales Team are Certificated by Crowcon to support the specification and supply of their flammable and toxic gas detectors. Additionally, T&D are CompEx Certificated and competent in understanding hazardous area classifications and site requirements for the sale of explosion and flameproof equipment.
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Crowcon Vortex FP Compact Control Panel – Data Sheet
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