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Description
Specs at a Glance
Measuring range:
0 to 2 200 000 kg/h (0 to 80 840 lb/min)
Max. process pressure:
PN 100, Class 600, 63K
Max. measurement error:
Mass flow (liquid): ±0.10 % (standard), 0.05 % (option)
Volume flow (liquid): ±0.10 %
Mass flow (gas): ±0.25 %
Density (liquid): ±0.0005 g/cm³
Volume flow (liquid): ±0.10 %
Mass flow (gas): ±0.25 %
Density (liquid): ±0.0005 g/cm³
Medium temperature range:
Standard: –50 to +150 °C (–58 to +302 °F)
Option: –50 to +240 °C (–58 to +464 °F)
High temperatur option: –50 to +350 °C (–58 to +662 °F)
Option: –196 to +150 °C (–320 to +302 °F)
Option: –50 to +240 °C (–58 to +464 °F)
High temperatur option: –50 to +350 °C (–58 to +662 °F)
Option: –196 to +150 °C (–320 to +302 °F)
Wetted materials:
Measuring tube: 1.4539 (904L); 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022)
Connection: 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022); 1.4301 (F304)
Connection: 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022); 1.4301 (F304)
Field of application
The Promass F 8F3B** is a Coriolis flowmeter that offers premium accuracy and robustness. It features a compact, easily accessible transmitter, making it user-friendly and efficient. This device delivers the highest measurement performance for both liquids and gases, even under demanding and varying process conditions.
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Specifications
Brand
Product Family
- Promass
Density
Product Headline
- Flowmeter with premium accuracy, robustness and a compact, easily accessible transmitter.
- Highest measurement performance for liquids and gases under varying, demanding process conditions.
Sensor features
- Highest process safety – immune to fluctuating and harsh environments. Fewer process measuring points – multivariable measurement (flow, density, temperature). Space‐saving installation – no in-/outlet run needs.
- Mass flow: measurement error ±0.05 % (PremiumCal). Medium temperature: –196 to 350 °C (–320 to 662 °F). Nominal diameter: DN 8 to 250 (³⁄₈ to 10").
Transmitter features
- Full access to process and diagnostic information – numerous, freely combinable I/Os and fieldbuses. Reduced complexity and variety – freely configurable I/O functionality. Integrated verification – Heartbeat Technology.
- Compact dual-compartment housing with up to 3 I/Os. Backlit display with touch control and WLAN access. Remote display available.
Nominal diameter range
- DN 8 to 250 (⅜ to 10")
Wetted materials
- Measuring tube: 1.4539 (904L); 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022)
- Connection: 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022); 1.4301 (F304)
Measured variables
- Mass flow, density, temperature, volume flow, corrected volume flow, reference density, concentration
Max. measurement error
- Mass flow (liquid): ±0.10 % (standard), 0.05 % (option)
- Volume flow (liquid): ±0.10 %
- Mass flow (gas): ±0.25 %
- Density (liquid): ±0.0005 g/cm³
Measuring range
- 0 to 2 200 000 kg/h (0 to 80 840 lb/min)
Max. process pressure
- PN 100, Class 600, 63K
Medium temperature range
- Standard: –50 to +150 °C (–58 to +302 °F)
- Option: –50 to +240 °C (–58 to +464 °F)
- High temperatur option: –50 to +350 °C (–58 to +662 °F)
- Option: –196 to +150 °C (–320 to +302 °F)
Ambient temperature range
- Standard: –40 to +60 °C (–40 to +140 °F)
- Option: –50 to +60 °C (–58 to +140 °F)
Sensor housing material
- Standard: 1.4301 (304)
- Option: 1.4404 (316/316L)
Transmitter housing material
- AlSi10Mg, coated; 1.4409 (CF3M) similar to 316L; stainless steel for hygenic transmitter design
Degree of protection
- Compact version: IP66/67, type 4X enclosure.
- External WLAN antenna: IP67
- IP69
Display/Operation
- 4-line backlit display with touch control (operation from outside)
- Configuration via local display and operating tools possible
- Remote display available
Outputs
- 3 outputs:
- 4-20 mA HART (active/passive)
- 4-20 mA WirelessHART
- 4-20 mA (active/passive)
- Pulse/frequency/switch output (active/passive)
- Double pulse output (active/passive)
- Relay output
Inputs
- Status input
- 4-20 mA input
Digital communication
- HART, PROFIBUS DP, PROFIBUS PA, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, Modbus RS485, PROFINET, PROFINET over Ethernet-APL, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA
Power supply
- DC 24 V
- AC 100 to 230 V
- AC 100 to 230 V / DC 24 V (non-hazardous area)
Hazardous area approvals
- ATEX, IECEx, cCSAus, NEPSI, INMETRO, EAC, UK Ex, KC
Density/Concentration
Product headline
- Flowmeter with premium accuracy, robustness and a compact, easily accessible transmitter.
- Highest measurement performance for liquids and gases under varying, demanding process conditions.
Sensor features
- Highest process safety – immune to fluctuating and harsh environments. Fewer process measuring points – multivariable measurement (flow, density, temperature). Space‐saving installation – no in-/outlet run needs.
- Mass flow: measurement error ±0.05 % (PremiumCal). Medium temperature: –196 to 350 °C (–320 to 662 °F). Nominal diameter: DN 8 to 250 (³⁄₈ to 10").
Transmitter features
- Full access to process and diagnostic information – numerous, freely combinable I/Os and fieldbuses. Reduced complexity and variety – freely configurable I/O functionality. Integrated verification – Heartbeat Technology.
- Compact dual-compartment housing with up to 3 I/Os. Backlit display with touch control and WLAN access. Remote display available.
Nominal diameter range
- DN 8 to 250 (⅜ to 10")
Wetted materials
- Measuring tube: 1.4539 (904L); 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022)
- Connection: 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022); 1.4301 (F304)
Measured variables
- Mass flow, density, temperature, volume flow, corrected volume flow, reference density, concentration
Max. measurement error
- Mass flow (liquid): ±0.10 % (standard), 0.05 % (option)
- Volume flow (liquid): ±0.10 %
- Mass flow (gas): ±0.25 %
- Density (liquid): ±0.0005 g/cm³
Measuring range
- 0 to 2 200 000 kg/h (0 to 80 840 lb/min)
Max. process pressure
- PN 100, Class 600, 63K
Medium temperature range
- Standard: –50 to +150 °C (–58…+302 °F)
- Option: –50 to +240 °C (–58…+464 °F)
- High temperatur option: –50 to +350 °C (–58…+662 °F)
- Option: –196 to +150 °C (–320 to +302 °F)
Ambient temperature range
- Standard: –40 to +60 °C (–40 to +140 °F)
- Option: –50 to +60 °C (–58 to +140 °F)
Sensor housing material
- Standard: 1.4301 (304)
- Option: 1.4404 (316/316L)
Transmitter housing material
- AlSi10Mg, coated; 1.4409 (CF3M) similar to 316L; stainless steel for hygenic transmitter design
Degree of protection
- Compact version: IP66/67, type 4X enclosure.
- External WLAN antenna: IP67
- IP69
Display/Operation
- 4-line backlit display with touch control (operation from outside)
- Configuration via local display and operating tools possible
- Remote display available
Outputs
- 3 outputs:
- 4-20 mA HART (active/passive)
- 4-20 mA WirelessHART
- 4-20 mA (active/passive)
- Pulse/frequency/switch output (active/passive)
- Double pulse output (active/passive)
- Relay output
Inputs
- Status input
- 4-20 mA input
Digital communication
- HART, PROFIBUS DP, PROFIBUS PA, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, Modbus RS485, PROFINET, PROFINET over Ethernet-APL, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA
Power supply
- DC 24 V
- AC 100 to 230 V
- AC 100 to 230 V / DC 24 V (non-hazardous area)
Hazardous area approvals
- ATEX, IECEx, cCSAus, NEPSI, INMETRO, EAC, UK Ex, KC
Product safety
- CE, C-tick, EAC marking
Functional safety
- Functional safety according to IEC 61508, applicable in safety-relevant applications in accordance with IEC 61511
Metrological approvals and certificates
- Calibration performed on accredited calibration facilities (acc. to ISO/IEC 17025)
- Heartbeat Technology complies with the requirements for measurement traceability according to ISO 9001:2015 – Section 7.1.5.2 a (TÜV SÜD attestation)
- MI-005 (Liquids other than water, Hydrocarbons, LPG, cryogenic liquids)
- NTEP (Liquids other than water, LPG, cryogenic liquids)
- MC (Liquids other than water, gases, cryogenic liquids)
- MI-002, PTB
Marine approvals and certificates
- LR approval, DNV approval, ABS approval, BV approval, CCS approval
Pressure approvals and certificates
- PED, CRN, AD 2000
Material certificates
- 3.1 material
- NACE MR0175/MR0103, PMI; welding test acc. to EN ISO, ASME, NORSOK
Hygienic approvals and certificates
- 3-A, EHEDG, cGMP
Gas
Product headline
- Flowmeter with premium accuracy, robustness and a compact, easily accessible transmitter.
- Highest measurement performance for liquids and gases under varying, demanding process conditions.
Sensor features
- Highest process safety – immune to fluctuating and harsh environments. Fewer process measuring points – multivariable measurement (flow, density, temperature). Space‐saving installation – no in-/outlet run needs.
- Mass flow: measurement error ±0.05 % (PremiumCal). Medium temperature: –196 to 350 °C (–320 to 662 °F). Nominal diameter: DN 8 to 250 (³⁄₈ to 10").
Transmitter features
- Full access to process and diagnostic information – numerous, freely combinable I/Os and fieldbuses. Reduced complexity and variety – freely configurable I/O functionality. Integrated verification – Heartbeat Technology.
- Compact dual-compartment housing with up to 3 I/Os. Backlit display with touch control and WLAN access. Remote display available.
Nominal diameter range
- DN 8 to 250 (⅜ to 10")
Wetted materials
- Measuring tube: 1.4539 (904L); 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022)
- Connection: 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022); 1.4301 (F304)
Measured variables
- Mass flow, density, temperature, volume flow, corrected volume flow, reference density, concentration
Max. measurement error
- Mass flow (liquid): ±0.10 % (standard), 0.05 % (option)
- Volume flow (liquid): ±0.10 %
- Mass flow (gas): ±0.25 %
- Density (liquid): ±0.0005 g/cm³
Measuring range
- 0 to 2 200 000 kg/h (0 to 80 840 lb/min)
Max. process pressure
- PN 100, Class 600, 63K
Medium temperature range
- Standard: –50 to +150 °C (–58 to +302 °F)
- Option: –50 to +240 °C (–58 to +464 °F)
- High temperatur option: –50 to +350 °C (–58 to +662 °F)
- Option: –196 to +150 °C (–320 to +302 °F)
Ambient temperature range
- Standard: –40 to +60 °C (–40 to +140 °F)
- Option: –50 to +60 °C (–58 to +140 °F)
Sensor housing material
- Standard: 1.4301 (304)
- Option: 1.4404 (316/316L)
Transmitter housing material
- AlSi10Mg, coated; 1.4409 (CF3M) similar to 316L; stainless steel for hygenic transmitter design
Degree of protection
- Compact version: IP66/67, type 4X enclosure.
- External WLAN antenna: IP67
- IP69
Display/Operation
- 4-line backlit display with touch control (operation from outside)
- Configuration via local display and operating tools possible
- Remote display available
Outputs
- 3 outputs:
- 4-20 mA HART (active/passive)
- 4-20 mA WirelessHART
- 4-20 mA (active/passive)
- Pulse/frequency/switch output (active/passive)
- Double pulse output (active/passive)
- Relay output
Inputs
- Status input
- 4-20 mA input
Digital communication
- HART, PROFIBUS DP, PROFIBUS PA, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, Modbus RS485, PROFINET, PROFINET over Ethernet-APL, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA
Power supply
- DC 24 V
- AC 100 to 230 V
- AC 100 to 230 V / DC 24 V (non-hazardous area)
Hazardous area approvals
- ATEX, IECEx, cCSAus, NEPSI, INMETRO, EAC, UK Ex, KC
Product safety
- CE, C-tick, EAC marking
Functional safety
- Functional safety according to IEC 61508, applicable in safety-relevant applications in accordance with IEC 61511
Metrological approvals and certificates
- Calibration performed on accredited calibration facilities (acc. to ISO/IEC 17025)
- Heartbeat Technology complies with the requirements for measurement traceability according to ISO 9001:2015 – Section 7.1.5.2 a (TÜV SÜD attestation)
- MI-005 (Liquids other than water, Hydrocarbons, LPG, cryogenic liquids)
- NTEP (Liquids other than water, LPG, cryogenic liquids)
- MC (Liquids other than water, gases, cryogenic liquids)
- MI-002, PTB
Marine approvals and certificates
- LR approval, DNV approval, ABS approval, BV approval, CCS approval
Pressure approvals and certificates
- PED, CRN, AD 2000
Material certificates
- 3.1 material
- NACE MR0175/MR0103, PMI; welding test acc. to EN ISO, ASME, NORSOK
Hygienic approvals and certificates
- 3-A, EHEDG, cGMP
Liquids
Product headline
- Flowmeter with premium accuracy, robustness and a compact, easily accessible transmitter.
- Highest measurement performance for liquids and gases under varying, demanding process conditions.
Sensor features
- Highest process safety – immune to fluctuating and harsh environments. Fewer process measuring points – multivariable measurement (flow, density, temperature). Space‐saving installation – no in-/outlet run needs.
- Mass flow: measurement error ±0.05 % (PremiumCal). Medium temperature: –196 to 350 °C (–320 to 662 °F). Nominal diameter: DN 8 to 250 (³⁄₈ to 10").
Transmitter features
- Full access to process and diagnostic information – numerous, freely combinable I/Os and fieldbuses. Reduced complexity and variety – freely configurable I/O functionality. Integrated verification – Heartbeat Technology.
- Compact dual-compartment housing with up to 3 I/Os. Backlit display with touch control and WLAN access. Remote display available.
Nominal diameter range
- DN 8 to 250 (⅜ to 10")
Wetted materials
- Measuring tube: 1.4539 (904L); 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022)
- Connection: 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022); 1.4301 (F304)
Measured variables
- Mass flow, density, temperature, volume flow, corrected volume flow, reference density, concentration
Max. measurement error
- Mass flow (liquid): ±0.10 % (standard), 0.05 % (option)
- Volume flow (liquid): ±0.10 %
- Mass flow (gas): ±0.25 %
- Density (liquid): ±0.0005 g/cm³
Measuring range
- 0 to 2 200 000 kg/h (0 to 80 840 lb/min)
Max. process pressure
- PN 100, Class 600, 63K
Medium temperature range
- Standard: –50 to +150 °C (–58 to +302 °F)
- Option: –50 to +240 °C (–58 to +464 °F)
- High temperatur option: –50 to +350 °C (–58 to +662 °F)
- Option: –196 to +150 °C (–320 to +302 °F)
Ambient temperature range
- Standard: –40 to +60 °C (–40 to +140 °F)
- Option: –50 to +60 °C (–58 to +140 °F)
Sensor housing material
- Standard: 1.4301 (304)
- Option: 1.4404 (316/316L)
Transmitter housing material
- AlSi10Mg, coated; 1.4409 (CF3M) similar to 316L; stainless steel for hygenic transmitter design
Degree of protection
- Compact version: IP66/67, type 4X enclosure.
- External WLAN antenna: IP67
- IP69
Display/Operation
- 4-line backlit display with touch control (operation from outside)
- Configuration via local display and operating tools possible
- Remote display available
Outputs
- 3 outputs:
- 4-20 mA HART (active/passive)
- 4-20 mA WirelessHART
- 4-20 mA (active/passive)
- Pulse/frequency/switch output (active/passive)
- Double pulse output (active/passive)
- Relay output
Inputs
- Status input
- 4-20 mA input
Digital communication
- HART, PROFIBUS DP, PROFIBUS PA, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, Modbus RS485, PROFINET, PROFINET over Ethernet-APL, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA
Power supply
- DC 24 V
- AC 100 to 230 V
- AC 100 to 230 V / DC 24 V (non-hazardous area)
Hazardous area approvals
- ATEX, IECEx, cCSAus, NEPSI, INMETRO, EAC, UK Ex, KC
Product safety
- CE, C-tick, EAC marking
Functional safety
- Functional safety according to IEC 61508, applicable in safety-relevant applications in accordance with IEC 61511
Metrological approvals and certificates
- Calibration performed on accredited calibration facilities (acc. to ISO/IEC 17025)
- Heartbeat Technology complies with the requirements for measurement traceability according to ISO 9001:2015 – Section 7.1.5.2 a (TÜV SÜD attestation)
- MI-005 (Liquids other than water, Hydrocarbons, LPG, cryogenic liquids)
- NTEP (Liquids other than water, LPG, cryogenic liquids)
- MC (Liquids other than water, gases, cryogenic liquids)
- MI-002, PTB
Marine approvals and certificates
- LR approval, DNV approval, ABS approval, BV approval, CCS approval
Pressure approvals and certificates
- PED, CRN, AD 2000
Material certificates
- 3.1 material
- NACE MR0175/MR0103, PMI; welding test acc. to EN ISO, ASME, NORSOK
Hygienic approvals and certificates
- 3-A, EHEDG, cGMP
Steam
Product headline
- Flowmeter with premium accuracy, robustness and a compact, easily accessible transmitter.
- Highest measurement performance for liquids and gases under varying, demanding process conditions.
Sensor features
- Highest process safety – immune to fluctuating and harsh environments. Fewer process measuring points – multivariable measurement (flow, density, temperature). Space‐saving installation – no in-/outlet run needs.
- Mass flow: measurement error ±0.05 % (PremiumCal). Medium temperature: –196 to 350 °C (–320 to 662 °F). Nominal diameter: DN 8 to 250 (³⁄₈ to 10").
Transmitter features
- Full access to process and diagnostic information – numerous, freely combinable I/Os and fieldbuses. Reduced complexity and variety – freely configurable I/O functionality. Integrated verification – Heartbeat Technology.
- Compact dual-compartment housing with up to 3 I/Os. Backlit display with touch control and WLAN access. Remote display available.
Nominal diameter range
- DN 8 to 250 (⅜ to 10")
Wetted materials
- Measuring tube: 1.4539 (904L); 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022)
- Connection: 1.4404 (316/316L); Alloy C22, 2.4602 (UNS N06022); 1.4301 (F304)
Measured variables
- Mass flow, density, temperature, volume flow, corrected volume flow, reference density, concentration
Max. measurement error
- Mass flow (liquid): ±0.10 % (standard), 0.05 % (option)
- Volume flow (liquid): ±0.10 %
- Mass flow (gas): ±0.25 %
- Density (liquid): ±0.0005 g/cm³
Measuring range
- 0 to 2 200 000 kg/h (0 to 80 840 lb/min)
Max. process pressure
- PN 100, Class 600, 63K
Medium temperature range
- Standard: –50 to +150 °C (–58 to +302 °F)
- Option: –50 to +240 °C (–58 to +464 °F)
- High temperatur option: –50 to +350 °C (–58 to +662 °F)
- Option: –196 to +150 °C (–320 to +302 °F)
Ambient temperature range
- Standard: –40 to +60 °C (–40 to +140 °F)
- Option: –50 to +60 °C (–58 to +140 °F)
Sensor housing material
- Standard: 1.4301 (304)
- Option: 1.4404 (316/316L)
Transmitter housing material
- AlSi10Mg, coated; 1.4409 (CF3M) similar to 316L; stainless steel for hygenic transmitter design
Degree of protection
- Compact version: IP66/67, type 4X enclosure.
- External WLAN antenna: IP67
- IP69
Display/Operation
- 4-line backlit display with touch control (operation from outside)
- Configuration via local display and operating tools possible
- Remote display available
Outputs
- 3 outputs:
- 4-20 mA HART (active/passive)
- 4-20 mA WirelessHART
- 4-20 mA (active/passive)
- Pulse/frequency/switch output (active/passive)
- Double pulse output (active/passive)
- Relay output
Inputs
- Status input
- 4-20 mA input
Digital communication
- HART, PROFIBUS DP, PROFIBUS PA, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, Modbus RS485, PROFINET, PROFINET over Ethernet-APL, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA
Power supply
- DC 24 V
- AC 100 to 230 V
- AC 100 to 230 V / DC 24 V (non-hazardous area)
Hazardous area approvals
- ATEX, IECEx, cCSAus, NEPSI, INMETRO, EAC, UK Ex, KC
Product safety
- CE, C-tick, EAC marking
Functional safety
- Functional safety according to IEC 61508, applicable in safety-relevant applications in accordance with IEC 61511
Metrological approvals and certificates
- Calibration performed on accredited calibration facilities (acc. to ISO/IEC 17025)
- Heartbeat Technology complies with the requirements for measurement traceability according to ISO 9001:2015 – Section 7.1.5.2 a (TÜV SÜD attestation)
- MI-005 (Liquids other than water, Hydrocarbons, LPG, cryogenic liquids)
- NTEP (Liquids other than water, LPG, cryogenic liquids)
- MC (Liquids other than water, gases, cryogenic liquids)
- MI-002, PTB
Marine approvals and certificates
- LR approval, DNV approval, ABS approval, BV approval, CCS approval
Pressure approvals and certificates
- PED, CRN, AD 2000
Material certificates
- 3.1 material
- NACE MR0175/MR0103, PMI; welding test acc. to EN ISO, ASME, NORSOK
Hygienic approvals and certificates
- 3-A, EHEDG, cGMP
Why Choose Endress+Hauser Promass F
Why Choose Endress+Hauser Promass F
Value Elements
- High-Accuracy Coriolis Measurement
- The Promass F delivers premium Coriolis mass flow measurement for demanding liquid and gas-related applications.
- It measures mass flow directly, helping maintain accuracy even when process conditions such as pressure, temperature, density, or viscosity change.
- More Process Data From One Meter
- Promass F can measure mass flow, density, and temperature from a single device.
- This gives operators better visibility into the process while reducing the need for separate instruments.
- Strong Fit for Tight Installations
- No straight inlet or outlet runs are required, making Promass F a good option for compact skids, plant upgrades, and retrofit projects.
- This is especially helpful in gas plants, compressor stations, and packaged systems where available piping space is limited.
- Heartbeat Technology
- Heartbeat Technology provides built-in diagnostics and meter verification.
- This helps operators confirm device health, support maintenance planning, and reduce unnecessary downtime without removing the meter from service.
Comparison vs. Next Best Alternative
- Promass F vs. Traditional Turbine Meters
- A practical upgrade path when replacing mechanical turbine meters with a diagnostic-rich Coriolis meter that provides direct mass flow measurement and no rotating measuring element.
- Promass F vs. Basic Flow Measurement Devices
- Basic flow meters often only provide volumetric flow.
- Promass F provides mass flow, density, and temperature, giving operators a more complete picture of the process.
- Heartbeat Technology adds diagnostic confidence that standard flow devices may not provide.
Where Do I Use This Product and Why?
- Canadian Natural Gas Applications
- Use Promass F for accurate measurement of hydrocarbons, condensate, and process liquids where reliable flow data is critical.
- Compressor stations and fuel gas systems
- A strong fit for compact installations where dependable flow measurement is needed with limited straight-run piping.
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