LineGuard 2100

Electronic Linebreak
Detection System
Operating Principle
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Description
The Lineguard 2100 samples pressure and calculates
a Rate of Pressure Drop (ROD) from the pressure sam-
ples. The LineGuard 2100 samples readings taken every
5 seconds and calculates an average pressure. The num-
ber of pressure samples, or averaging rate, contained in
the moving pressure average can be congured from 1 to
12 readings and denes the window used to lter instan-
taneous variations of the analog readings.
The Lineguard continuously monitors pipeline pressure
and detects static pressure conditions and ROD condi-
tions. These congurable conditions are classied as
Major and Minor event conditions. The Lineguard
keeps a log of pressure and ROD at regular congurable
intervals when these events are detected. It also initiates
valve closure if the Major event persists for a pre-deter-
mined length of time, exceeding an Event Duration set
point. The valve closure may be selectively disabled,
depending on the source of the major event. A date and
time stamped Event and Alarm log is also kept in
memory.
Minor Event A Minor Event is active when the pres-
sure being measured exceeds the H press set point or
the L press set point congured in the control, or when
the Rate of Pressure Drop being calculated exceeds the
H ROD set point congured in the control.
Major Event A Major Event is active when the pres-
sure being measured exceeds the HH press set point or
the LL press set point congured in the control, or when
the Rate of Pressure Drop being calculated exceeds the
HH ROD set point congured in the control.
Valve closure after a major event requires a system
reset to re-open the line valve and resume data logging.
This can be done by either a site visit or remote com-
mand using SpectraCom software and the DIP switch.
The solenoid to close or open (when applicable) can
be energized by command from a remote location in
order to change the pipeline valve position. This event is
recorded in the audit log. If required, the solenoid(s) can
be de-energized at the end of each actuator stroke, as is
the case for Gas/Hydraulic operators. The LineGuard
2100 can be congured to provide a solenoid lockout fea-
ture to safeguard against remote manual re-opening of
the valve after a major event. For further protection the
LineGuard 2100 does not have any automatic opening
capability.
The LineGuard 2100 includes safeguards to prevent
unwarranted pipeline valve movement due to internal cir-
cuit faults, power faults, power surges or unnatural
destruction such as lightning or immersion.
The LineGuard 2100 Electronic Linebreak Detection Sys-
tem is a self-contained pipeline monitoring and linebreak
protection device intended to be installed at a pipeline
valve site and is designed to provide data acquisition and
supervisory control of a single valve actuator. The Line-
Guard 2100 guards your pipeline in three ways rate of
pressure drop, low pressure protection and high pressure
protection. Further, it records data for future analysis.
Archival Data Storage
Six types of archival logs are stored in the battery
backed 128-K memory of the Lineguard.
Audit Logs This log contains old and new values for
changes to any congurable item including time of change
of parameter and date of changed parameter. The Line-
Guard 2100 can store up to 100 operator/audit logs
Alarm Logs This log contains a complete summary
of all alarm or error conditions affecting measurement,
including each alarm type and the date and time of the
alarm, and the alarm status i.e. active or cleared, current
value and the limit value exceeded. The LineGuard 2100
can store up to 200 alarm logs.
Minor Pressure Log A minor pressure log consists of
date and time at the start of a Minor Event followed by 60
pressure values. A minor pressure log proceeds until all 60
values have been recorded even if the condition returns to
normal. This log can store up to 100 records before data is
overwritten.
Minor ROD Log Same as previous log except rate of
pressure values are logged.
Major Pressure Log The major pressure log consists
of date and time at the start of a Major Event followed by
30 pressure values before the major event and 30 pressure
values after the event. A major pressure log proceeds until
all 60 values have been recorded. The Lineguard stores
one Major Pressure log.
Major ROD Log Same as previous log except rate of
pressure values are logged.
Time Delay
The LineGuard 2100 has a selectable Event Duration
period, congurable from 30 seconds to 5 minutes. The
Event Duration delay safeguards against false closure due
to intermittent pressure surges or drops.
The LineGuard 2100 offers selectable solenoid deactiva-
tion control at end of stroke. This is available for both the
valve open or valve close commands and is congurable up
to 5 minutes.
Hardware
Pressure Transducer
A temperature compensated transducer, which will corre-
spond with the line pressure ranges to 5,000 psig, is mount-
ed inside the enclosure. An optional pressure transducer is
available for the Lineguard but must be externally mounted
away from the enclosure.
Solenoid Valve
The standard LineGuard 2100 is supplied with one intrin-
sically safe solenoid valve, manifold mounted with the coil
and valve body inside the enclosure. As an option, the Line-
guard 2100 may be specied with an additional solenoid
valve for local or remote opening commands. The solenoid
is rated for a uid and ambient temperature range of -40C
to +60C (-40F to +140F)
CPU
The polyurethane-coated main CPU board offers the fol-
lowing features:
Plugable terminals for external connections of 24 to 12
AWG
A backup battery to maintain volatile memory
Battery voltage status monitor and alarm
A DIP switch array to allow for control reset
Protection from false closures due to lightning strikes
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Pressure Logs
Design Features
Minor Pressure
Record 1 = 13:20:55 10/30/98
Major Pressure
Record 31 = 13:20:55 10/30/98
Time (30 Second Intervals)
Time (30 Second Intervals)
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Flash Memory The ash ram has a minimum total of
256-KB memory for storing code and non-volatile data.
Static Ram The static ram has a minimum total of
256-KB memory for storing code, programmed data and log
data. This data is backed up by a battery with a 10 year
service life.
Inputs The CPU board has 4 digital inputs. These are
congured to accept up to 4 SPDT limit switch contacts for
actuator position indication.
Auxiliary Analog Inputs Two auxiliary analog inputs
(1 to 5 VDC) are provided suitable for remote mount pres-
sure transducer interfaces.
Outputs The CPU board has 4 digital outputs. Two
outputs are congured with open drain FETs to provide
contact closure to operate 2 solenoid valves. One optically
isolated output is available to drive a low power relay or
annunciator panel.
Power Supply
Main Battery An internal battery pack can be sup-
plied in the event commercial line power is not available.
For non-rechargeable applications the battery pack is a dual
Alkaline 6V DC lantern type designed for a service life of 12
months, based on an internal transducer and a maximum of
24, two minute solenoid operations. A low battery voltage
condition is logged in the operator change log as a warning
for replacement.
Backup Battery A special non-rechargeable 3.6 V
Lithium battery is included for memory backup. This battery
can be replaced without memory loss if the primary power
source is active.
Solar Panel In the event that a solar panel is supplied
for rechargeable battery applications, a 12V DC or 6V DC
lead-acid or Gel cell battery pack will be supplied.
Commercial Line Power, Communication Power
Source or TEG The LineGuard 2100, as an option, will
accept external power at 24 VDC, when available. An inter-
nal non-rechargeable main battery will also be optional with
a switchover to maintain control in the event that the hard
wire power source is interrupted or lost. All external power
sources must be suitably protected for Class 1, Div. 2,
Group D intrinsically safe.
ROD Logs
Minor R.O.D.
Record 1 = 13:20:55 10/30/98
Major R.O.D.
Record 31 = 13:20:55 10/30/98
Time (30 Second Intervals)
Time (30 Second Intervals)
Design Features
The LineGuard 2100 is housed in a lockable epoxy coat-
ed corrosion resistant NEMA 4X (IP65) aluminum enclosure
to provide protection for dependable operation in polar,
saline and tropical environments from -40C to +85C
(-40F to +185F) and humidity of 0% to 95%, non-con-
densing. The front panel LCD display is operational from
-20C to +70C (-4F to +158F).
Front Panel User Interface The front panel interface
consists of a at, vinyl-sealed, touchpad type 3-key set. The
keys pause and scroll the display data and allow manual
adjustment of the display contrast.
Display The 2 line, 16 characters per line, reective
LCD display can be congured to scroll programmed and
live data including current line pressure and rate of pres-
sure change (ROD). The scrolling rate is controlled by the
rmware. Automatic contrast adjustment is provided.
Entries The enclosure is provided with individual
electrical entries on the bottom surface for solenoid valves,
limit switches, pressure transducer, solar panel cable, exter-
nal power cable, remote communication port, and local
communication port (Cannon connector).
Enclosure
Communication
The LineGuard 2100 has two RS232 serial communica-
tion ports, one of which is on a CPU mounted terminal
block for hard wire tie-in to a remote host computer and
the other wired to a Cannon connector mounted on the
enclosure. A 9-pin D type connector and 25 foot cable is
supplied, suitable for hooking up a local portable device to
the Cannon connector. Either of these communication
ports is suitable for loading or collecting conguration or
stored data or moving the pipeline valve. The data transfer
rate is congurable with a default minimum of 9600 Baud.
Communication may be accepted at any time and will not
interfere with normal operations.
The standard communication protocol is DANIEL/ENRON
MODBUS ASCII. Operation with alternate protocols may
be available by request. The LineGuard 2100 has full
RTS/CTS handshaking functionality on the remote or
telemetry port.
Multidrop Application A device to allow multidrop
application using the RS-232 serial communication port is
available as an optional piece of equipment.
Software
The standard software supplied with the LineGuard
2100 is Daniel SpectraCom, compatible with any Windows
95 or Windows NT 4.0, IBM compatible 486 computer,
VGA 600 X 800. This software is designed for conguring
the LineGuard 2100 and allows easy sorting and viewing
of collected data.
Remote and Local Data Uploads The LineGuard
2100 allows a host device to upload live and logged data
and accept conguration commands via the serial commu-
nication ports.
Positive Unit Identication The LineGuard 2100
allows for programming of a unique, numeric identication
number such as the location ID and unit ID. An identier,
such as the Modbus designation 1 to 254, can be used to
conrm a particular unit before data is transferred or valve
movement commands are accepted.
Password Protection and Security Password pro-
tection security for conguration and data uploads with up
to 15 levels of authorization will be provided only with the
SpectraCom software. End user-provided software
(SCADA) must be provided with all password protection
and authorization.
Live and Test Inputs The LineGuard 2100 can be
congured to read pressure inputs from Live inputs or
Test inputs, for testing of the unit without a pressure
transducer.
Data Transfer
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Dimensions
Height: 30.48 cm (12 in.)
Width: 30.48 cm (12 in.)
Depth: 16.51 (6.5 in.)
Weight: 4.0 to 7.4 kg (8.5 to 16.2 lb),
depending on transducer selected.
Certication and Contracts
The complete LineGuard 2100 is tested (certication
pending) to the latest ULC standard for intrinsically safe
electrical equipment for use in Class I, Division 2, Group
D hazardous locations. The LineGuard 2100 will also
maintain FCC Part 15 compliance.
Documentation
The LineGuard 2100 will be supplied with documenta-
tion including:
Field wiring diagram, component parts list and interface
cable assembly drawing
Comprehensive installation and maintenance manual
Installation procedure system commissioning checklist
Detailed software instructions and a troubleshooting
guide
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