DURABILITY & PRECISION

FLAT gLASS gAUgES & vALvES FOR PROCESS LEvEL MEASUREMENT by KENCO

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FlAt GlASS GAUGeS

KENCO Flat Glass Gauges are used where direct visual observation of process fluids is required. These gauges are suitable for a wide range of applications with pressures up to 4000psig @ 100F, and temperatures up to 750F @ 2300psig. KENCO gauges are available in a wide variety of construction materials, connections and other options to meet most specifications.

There are five main components common to all flat glass gauges:

Chamber

Center of the gauge, and is the part that primarily contains the process fluid. It is machined from bar stock. The gasket seat is recessed for lateral support, and easy positioning.

2 Glass Provides the visual interface between the process fluid and the outside. 3 Cover Protects the glass, and provides the compression surface for sealing the gauge. The cushion seat is surfaced for lateral support and easy positioning. 4 Gasket/Cushion Provides for a seal between the chamber and glass (gasket), and protects the glass from mechanical stresses from the cover (cushion). For a given gauge, the gasket and cushion are normally the same material. 5 Bolts/Studs/Nuts Provides a uniform compression load to the gauge for pressure sealing.

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Transparent Gauge cut-away

Reflex Gauge cut-away

REFLEX & TRANSPARENT STYLES

Reflex gauges have a single piece of glass, mounted on one side of the chamber. This piece of glass is flat on the outside, and has a series of prisms on the inside, facing the process fluid. When light strikes the portion of the glass covered by a liquid, the light is reflected from the back of the chamber. This area appears black. When light strikes the glass where no liquid is present, the prisms reflect the light directly out of the gauge. This area appears silvery. Reflex gauges provide an excellent way to measure clear, or difficult to see fluids. The silvery / black interface is easy to see from several feet away. Transparent gauges have two pieces of glass on opposite sides of the chamber. Light enters the gauge from one side, and the level is viewed from the other. Transparent gauges are useful when the actual liquid characteristics need to be seen. They are also commonly used for liquid-liquid interfaces. Mica shields can be used in transparent gauges to protect the glass in steam environments. Kel-F shields should be used in corrosive environments.

WhY USE FLAT GLASS GAUGES

Flat Glass Gauges have been in use for over 100 years. They give you the ability to directly view the process fluid under temperature/pressure conditions that would render most other level technologies useless. Their construction is very robust, and reliable. They define the term simple to use. . . after installation, the only tool you will need is your eyes. Flat Glass Gauges are relatively inexpensive as compared to most other level technologies. Other features:  Theydonotneedelectricalpowertooperate.Thiscanbeagreatadvantageinthecaseofapoweroutage. Simpletoinstall...nocalibrationisnecessary. Canbeusedasareferencetocheck,orcalibrate,otherleveltechnologies. Pressureratingfromvacuumto4000 psig. Temperatureratingfrom-50F750F(CarbonSteel)/-150F750F316(StainlessSteel)  otaffectedbythechemicalorelectricalpropertiesoftheprocessliquid.Specificgravity,dielectric,conductivity, N surface turbulence, vapor, foam, etc. no longer needs to be considered.

FLAT GLASS GAUGES vs. TUBULAR GLASS GAUGES

KENCO offers a wide range of Flat Glass and Tubular Gauges. With all of those choices, one of the basic questions is: Should I use Flat Glass or Tubular Glass Gauges? The answer is fairly simple. If the process pressure is under 500psig and the process temperature is under 400F, tubular style gauges should be considered. KENCO tubular gauges shield the glass on all four sides to virtually eliminate glass breakage, and tubular gauges are even more cost effective than flat glass gauges. Regardless of the style chosen, KENCOs high quality gauges will provide you with many years of reliable service.

MeDiUM pReSSURe FlAt GlASS GAUGeS

KENCO Medium Pressure Flat Glass Gauges are versatile enough for most common process conditions. StandardcarbonsteelgaugesmeettherequirementsofNaCeMR0175.Unlikeothermanufacturers,there is no additional charge for NACE. allmaterialsmeetorexceedaSTMspecifications. ModelKMRReflexGaugescanreachprocesspressures up to 3000psig. Model KMT Transparent Gauges can handle pressures up to 2000psig. See the Ratings tables below for specific information about a particular gauge size. While these gauges are not specifically designed for steam service, the Model KMR gauges will perform at saturatedsteampressuresupto300WSP.TheModelKMTwillperformatsaturatedsteampressuresupto 600WSP, dependingupongaugesize.MicashieldsarerecommendedforModelKMTwhenusedinsteam.  ShieldscannotbeusedwithReflexGauges.

REFLEX GAUGE (MODEL KMR)

Pressure / Temperature Ratings
GlaSSSize

F 100 200 300 400 500 600

1
3000 2735 2660 2565 2425 2215

2
2875 2620 2550 2460 2325 2125

3
2750 2505 2440 2355 2225 2030

4
2625 2395 2325 2245 2120 1940

5
2500 2280 2215 2140 2020 1845

6
2375 2165 2105 2035 1920 1755

7
2250 2050 1995 1925 1820 1660

8
2125 1940 1885 1820 1720 1570

9
2000 1825 1775 1715 1620 1480

Chamber Gasket

Cushion Cover

SaTURaTeDSTeaMRaTiNG:300WSP

TRANSPARENT GAUGE (MODEL KMT)

Pressure / Temperature Ratings
Cover

GlaSSSize
Glass

F 100 200 300 400 500 600

1
1825 1775 1715 1620 1480

2
1710 1665 1610 1520 1385

3
1750 1595 1555 1500 1415 1295

4
1625 1480 1445 1395 1315 1200

5
1500 1370 1335 1285 1215 1110

6
1375 1255 1220 1180 1115 1015

7
1250 1140 1110 1070 1010 925

8
1125 1025 995 960 910 830

9
1000 910 885 855 810 735

2000 1875

Cushion Chamber Cushion Glass Cover Gasket

SaTURaTeDSTeaMUSiNGMiCaShielDS 600 600 600 600 550 500 450 400 350

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hiGh pReSSURe FlAt GlASS GAUGeS

KeNCOhighPressureFlatGlassGaugeshaveasuperiorruggeddesignforthemostdemandingprocessconditions.  StandardcarbonsteelgaugesmeettherequirementsofNaCeMR0175.Unlikeothermanufacturers,thereisno additional charge for NACE. allmaterialsmeetorexceedaSTMspecifications.ModelKhRReflexGaugescanreachprocesspressuresupto 4000psig.ModelKhTTransparentGaugescanhandlepressuresupto3000psig.SeetheRatingstablesbelowfor specific information about a particular gauge size. Whilethesegaugesarenotspecificallydesignedforsteamservice,theModelKhRgaugeswillperformatsaturated steampressuresupto300WSP. TheModelKhTwillperformatsaturatedsteampressuresupto750WSP.Mica shieldsarerecommendedforModelKhTwhenusedinsteam.ShieldscannotbeusedwithReflexGauges.

REFLEX GAUGE (MODEL KhR)

Pressure / Temperature Ratings
GlaSSSize

F 100 200 300 400 500 600 750

1
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

2
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

3
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

4
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

5
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

6
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

7
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

8
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

9
4000 3890 3790 3700 3470 3080 2300

Chamber Gasket

Cushion Cover

SaTURaTeDSTeaMRaTiNG:300WSP

TRANSPARENT GAUGE (MODEL KhT)

Pressure / Temperature Ratings
Cover

GlaSSSize
Glass

Cushion Chamber Cushion Glass Cover Gasket

F 100 200 300 400 500 600 750

1
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

2
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

3
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

4
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

5
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

6
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

7
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

8
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

9
3000 2920 2850 2780 2600 2310 1700

SaTURaTeDSTeaMUSiNGMiCaShielDS
750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750

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GAUGe inFoRMAtion
GAUGE LENGThS (Inches)
# of Visible Gauge Section Length / Glass Sections 11 12 13 14 1 15 16 17 18 19 23 24 25 2 26 27 28 29 3.750 4.750 5.750 6.750 7.875 9.125 10.250 11.875 12.625 13.000 15.000 17.250 19.750 22.000 25.250 26.750 Overall Length 5.250 6.250 7.250 8.250 9.375 10.625 11.750 13.375 14.125 14.500 16.500 18.750 21.250 23.500 26.750 28.250 Minimum Side C-C Connection Length
Includes Model KMVR Valves

# of Gauge Section /Glass Sections 36 3 37 38 39 47 4 48 49 57 5 58 59 6 7 8 9 68 69 78 79 88 89 98 99

Visible Length 30.375 33.750 38.625 40.875 45.500 52.000 55.000 57.250 65.375 69.125 78.750 83.250 92.125 97.375 105.500 111.500 118.875 125.625

Overall Length 31.875 35.250 40.125 42.375 47.000 53.500 56.500 58.750 66.875 70.625 80.250 84.750 93.625 98.875 107.000 113.000 120.375 127.125

Minimum Side C-C Connection Length

Includes Model KMVR Valves

1/2 NPT 3/4 NPT 3.500 4.500 5.500 6.500 7.625 8.875 10.000 11.625 12.375 12.750 14.750 17.000 19.500 21.750 25.000 26.500 3.875 4.875 5.875 6.875 8.000 9.250 10.375 12.000 12.750 13.125 15.125 17.375 19.875 22.125 25.375 26.875

1/2 NPT 30.125 33.500 38.375 40.625 45.250 51.750 54.750 57.000 65.125 68.875 78.500 83.000 91.875 97.125 105.250 111.250 118.625 125.375

3/4 NPT 30.500 33.875 38.750 41.000 45.625 52.125 55.125 57.375 65.500 69.250 78.875 83.375 92.250 97.500 105.625 111.625 119.000 125.750

GAUGE VOLUMES
Glass Size #
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

KMR & KMT Gauges

REFLEx TRANSPARENT

KHR & KHT Gauges

REFLEx TRANSPARENT

in3
2.20 2.82 3.44 4.05 4.75 5.51 6.21 7.21 7.67

cm3
36 46 56 66 78 90 102 118 125

in3
2.97 3.79 4.61 5.43 6.34 7.36 8.29 9.63 10.26

cm3
49 62 76 89 104 121 136 158 168

in3
2.13 2.75 3.37 3.98 4.61 5.37 6.07 7.07 7.53

cm3
35 46 55 65 76 88 100 116 123

in3
2.78 3.60 4.42 5.24 5.96 6.98 7.71 9.05 9.68

cm3
46 59 73 86 98 115 127 149 159

C = 0.373 in 3 C = 6.1 cm 3

C = 0.373 in 3 C = 6.1 cm 3

C = 0.373 in 3 C = 6.1 cm 3

C = 0.161 in3 C = 2.64 cm 3

To find the volume of multiple sections, multiply the number of sections by the volume of the single section in proper units, then add the constant C times the number of sections minus one.

ORDERING SYSTEM Flat Glass Level Gauge

REQUESTED By: ADDRESS: PHONE: FAX: CITy: COMPANy: STATE: EMAIL : zIP:

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K=KENCO Flat Glass Gauge Gauge Type M=Medium Pressure H=High Pressure Gauge Style R=Reflex T=Transparent Gauge Sections 1 2 3 4 5 Glass Size 1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9

6 7 8 9

Material of Construction C=Carbon Steel W=Stainless Steel (Wetted) A=Stainless Steel X= Special (Please Specify Above)

Connection Location E=End R=Side (Right) L=Side (Left B=Back

Process Connection Size 50=1/2 75=3/4 1=1 15=1-1/2 2=2 3=3 4=4 6=6 8=8

Process Connection Type N=FNPT S=Socket Weld (Female) A=150# ANSI Flange B=300# ANSI Flange C=600# ANSI Flange D=900# ANSI Flange E=1500# ANSI Flange F=2500# ANSI Flange

GAUGE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS Flat Glass Level Gauge

Part Carbon Steel (NACE) Construction Code C Carbon Steel SS Wetted Construction Code W Carbon Steel SS Construction Construction Code A 316 SS Optional Materials Construction Code S 304/304L Duplex SS Alloy 20 304/304L Duplex SS Alloy 20 Monel Hastelloy-C Hastelloy-B Monel Hastelloy-C Hastelloy-B

Cover

Chamber

Carbon Steel

316/316L SS

316/316L SS

Glass

Borosilicate

Borosilicate

Borosilicate

Aluminosilicate (Transparent Only) PCTFE (Kel-F) Teflon (25% glass filled, virgin) Grafoil w/ 316 SS insert PCTFE (Kel-F) Teflon (25% glass filled, virgin) Grafoil w/ 316 SS insert Galvanized Steel

Gasket

Non-Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

Cushion

Non-Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

U-Bolt / Stud

Alloy Steel

Alloy Steel

316 SS

Nut

Alloy Steel

Alloy Steel

316 SS

Galvanized Steel

GAUGe illUMinAtoRS
To improve the visibility of fluid contained in a KENCO Transparent Level Gauge, a specially sized illuminator can be used. The illuminationisprovidedbyextrabrightGreenleDs(lightemittingDiodes).Thislightisbrighterthanordinaryincandescentlight bulbs, consume less power, and can last 200 times longer, with an estimated life of 100,000 hours. The Illuminator mounts directly onto the transparent gauge without the need for loosening the bolts on the gauge. The power supply is contained inside a NEMA 4X enclosure. The unit is 115Vac/230Vac powered and draws less than 150mA of current.
The Model KLI Illuminator is UL Listed and CSA Certified for Class I, Division 1, Group B, C & D defined hazardous areas.

Model Configuration
KLI -N-N-N Size(SeeTableBelow) PowerSupply Options

input Power
description
115Vac 230Vac

Options
Code
115AC 230AC

description
None Remote P.S.

Code
0 1

Provide Cable length for Option #1

MOdEL
KLI-15 KLI-16 KLI-17 KLI-18 KLI-19 KLI-23 KLI-24 KLI-25 KLI-26 KLI-27 KLI-28 KLI-29 KLI-36 KLI-37 KLI-38 KLI-39 KLI-47 KLI-48 KLI-49

Overall Length A inches

10.8 12.1 13.2 14.8 15.6 15.9 17.9 20.2 22.7 24.9 28.2 29.7 33.3 36.7 41.6 43.8 48.4 54.9 57.9

mm
274 306 335 376 395 405 455 513 576 633 716 754 846 932 1055 1113 1230 1395 1471

Technical Specifications
Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115/230Vac @ 50/60 Hz Power Consumption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <150 mA @ 115Vac Supply Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4 NPT Ambient Temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . 40 F (40 C) to 150 F (65 C) LED Estimated Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100,000 hours Certification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UL1203, UL913, CSA 22.2 CL I, DIV 1, Groups B, C, & D NEMA 4X & 8

Other GauGe accessOries

Frost ProoF ExtEnsion
The KENCO Frost-proof Extension is used in low temperature applications where frost has a tendency to build up on the gauge. This extension prevents frost from covering the window, maintaining visibility at all times. The Frost-proof Extension consists of a clear, plastic block that is in direct contact with the glass, and extends beyond the cover so that frost build-up does not block the glass. Mounting is easy, and can be added to any Reflex or Transparent gauge in the field. The extension can be installed or removed for cleaning while the gauge is in service.

GauGE Glass oPtions

KENCO supplies tempered borosilicate glass as standard in all Flat Glass Gauges. Borosilicate glass is suitable for most chemicals, and is good for temperatures ranging from -425F to 600F. The tempering process improves the thermal shock resistance of the glass. Aluminosilicate glass is offered as an option in Transparent gauges for higher temperature applications. It offers less thermal expansion, as compared to borosilicate glass. Aluminosilicate glass is good for temperatures ranging from -425F to 750F. However, due to the added cost, it is only recommended for temperatures between 600F to 750F.

Frost-prooF extension

Glass shiElds
For corrosive or steam applications, KENCO offers shields to extend the life of the glass in Transparent gauges. The shields are made from either PCTFE (Kel-F) or Mica. Mica shields are recommended for steam service. Kel-F shields should be used in corrosive fluid applications. The shield is placed on the process side of the glass. This would interfere with the optical effect of Reflex glass. Shields can only be used with Transparent gauges.

Borosilicate glass

thErmal insulators and GauGE scalEs

KENCO offers a wide variety of methods to heat or cool gauges in order to maintain the temperature of the process in the gauge. Internal & external heating/cooling tubes, and insulation blankets are available. Gauge scales can be supplied to provide a numerical reference to the level being measured. Contact KENCO for more information.

mica glass shields

Flat Glass GauGe ValVes (GauGe CoCks)

KENCO Gauge Cocks are designed for use with KENCO Flat Glass Gauges, or gauges from any other manufacturer. All valves are Offset Pattern design. This provides for gauge connections that are offset 0.875 from the centerline of the vessel connections. This allows the gauge to be cleaned by removing vent/ drain plugs from the valve. All materials meet or exceed ASTM specifications.

Pressure/TemPeraTure raTings:

Model KMVx Valves are rated to 2500psig @ 100F; 1400psig @ 750F. Model KHVx Valves are rated to 4000psig @ 100F; 1500psig @ 750F; KHVx valves also carry a steam rating of 600 WSP.

Series KMV Valve Standard Features:

Safety Shut-off Ballchecks (Horizontal) Integral Bonnet Gauge Connection Model KMVR Rigid Model KMVU Union Union Vessel Connection Integral Seat

Series KHV Valve Standard Features:

Safety Shut-off Ballchecks (Horizontal) Union Bonnet Gauge Connection Model KHVR Rigid Model KHVU Union Union Vessel Connection Threaded Renewable Seat

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VALVE CONNECTION OPTIONS

KMVR

KMVU

KHVR

KHVU

Feature
Bonnet
Integral Union

Std
X N/A

Opt
N/A

Std
X N/A X

Opt
N/A

Std
N/A X

Opt

Std
N/A

Opt

N/A

X X

N/A

Gage Connection
Union (1/2 FNPT) Union (1/2 MNPT) Union (3/4 FNPT) Union (3/4 MNPT) Rigid (1/2 FNPT) Rigid (3/4 FNPT) Socketweld (1/2 Female) Socketweld (1/2 Male) Socketweld (3/4 Female) Socketweld (3/4 Male) Flanged X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X N/A X X N/A X X N/A N/A X X N/A N/A X X N/A N/A X X X X N/A X X X X X X X X X X N/A X N/A N/A X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X N/A N/A N/A X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X N/A X X X X X X X X N/A X X X

Vessel Connection
Union (1/2 FNPT) Union (1/2 MNPT) Union (3/4 FNPT) Union (3/4 MNPT) Socketweld (1/2 Male) Socketweld (3/4 Male) Socketweld (1 Male) Flanged

Vent/Drain Connection
1/2 FNPT 3/4 FNPT

Ball Check
Horizontal (Both Valves)

Seat
Integral Renewable

Handwheel
Standard Threads Quick Closing Threads

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ROUGHING DIMENSIONS
To determine the maximum end connected gauge length for a given center-tocenter dimension:

Max. Gauge Length =

Center to Center Dimension

( Dimension A + Connection Nipples)

VaLVE MOdEL # KMVR KMVU KHVR KHVU a diMENSiON 3.500 5.875 3.500 5.875 CONNECTiON NiPPLES 1.500 1.500 1.500 1.500

This calculation is valid for End Connected Gauges with NPT connections. For side connected gauges, refer to the section on Gauge Length. Then add 1.75 if the gauge offset is outside the vessel center-to-center dimensions, or subtract 1.75 if the gauge offset is inside the vessel center-to-center dimensions.

ORDERING SYSTEM Flat Glass Level Gauge Valves

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K=KENCO Flat Glass Gauge Valves Valve Type MV=Medium Pressure HV=High Pressure Gauge Connection Style R=Rigid U=Union Material of Construction C=Carbon Steel W=Stainless Steel (Wetted) A=Stainless Steel X=Special (Please Specify Above)

Gauge Connection Size 50=1/2 75=3/4

Gauge Connection Type N=FNPT M=Union (MNPT) W=Union (FNPT) T=Socket Weld (Male) A=150# ANSI Flange B=300# ANSI Flange C=600# ANSI Flange D=900# ANSI Flange E=1500# ANSI Flange F=2500# ANSI Flange

Vessel Connection Size 50=1/2 75=3/4 1=1 15=1-1/2 2=2 3=3 4=4 6=6 8=8

Process Connection Size M=Union (MNPT) W=Union (FNPT) T=Socket Weld (Male) A=150# ANSI Flange B=300# ANSI Flange C=600# ANSI Flange D=900# ANSI Flange E=1500# ANSI Flange F=2500# ANSI Flange

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ApplicAtion DAtA Sheet

FLAT GLASS GAUGE
Gauge Type: Connection Size: l Connection Type: l Reflex l Transparent l l 1 l 1 l 2 Style: l 3 l 4 l Medium Pressure l 6 l 8 l High Pressure

Connection Location: l End

l NPT

l Socketweld l Side (Left)

l Side (Right)

l Flange*

l Back

Additional Conn:

l Vent

l Drain

Vessel C-C Dimension: __________________________________________ Chamber Material: ______________________________________________ Gasket/Cushion Material: ________________________________________ Options: l Illuminator l Frost-proof Extension* l Shield* Cover Material: ___________________________________________ Glass: ___________________________________________________ l Internal Heating*

Design Rating: _________________________________________________F ______________________________________________________ @ psig ______________________________________________________ l External Heating* l Off Shore Paint l Thermal Blanket* l Gauge Scale*

Other Requirements: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ * Additional information is required

GAUGE VALVES
l Assembled to Gauge Connection Size: Vent/Drain ______________________________________________________ Material: Body _______________________________ Vessel Connection: Style: Gauge Connection: Style: Bonnet: l Integral l NPT l Male Union l l Socketweld l l Flange* Trim _____________________________ Packing___________________________________

l Female Union

Vessel Connection Size:

l NPT

l Male Union l Union l

l Socketweld l

l 1 l 1

l Female Union

l Flange*

l 2

l 3

l 4

l 6

l 8

Gauge Connection Size: Quick Closing:

l Lever

l Handwheel

Other Requirements: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ * Additional information is required

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