Before Use

<Operation> (The illustration shows PFMB7201, when not using the reversed display function.)
Direct mounting Wiring
Summary of Product parts •Refer to the diagram and table below for mounting details.
•Refer to the dimension from SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com) for mounting Connection
1 Press the S button once in measurement mode. Other Functions
[P_1] or [n_1] and [the current set value] are displayed in turn.
Digital Flow Switch Body hole size. •Connections should only be made with the power supply turned off. Peak/Bottom value display
•Use a separate route for the product wiring and any power or high voltage wiring. Displayed The maximum (minimum) flow from when the power was supplied to this moment is
PFMB7201/7501/7102/7202 PFMB7201 PFMB7501/7102/7202 Otherwise, malfunction may result due to noise.
•Ensure that the FG terminal is connected to ground when using a commercially
S S in turn detected and updated. In peak/bottom display mode, the maximum (minimum) flow is
displayed
H OUT available switch-mode power supply. When a switch-mode power supply is connected
G
OUT A Set value •For peak display, when the △ button is pressed for 1 second or longer,
Thank you for purchasing an SMC PFMB7 series Digital Flow Switch. to the product, switching noise will be superimposed and the product specification can [the maximum flow] and [Hi] are displayed in turn.
A B
Please read this manual carefully before operating the product and make sure you no longer be met. This can be prevented by inserting a noise filter, such as a line noise To release holding the display of the maximum flow, press the △ button for 1 second or
understand its capabilities and limitations. Please keep this manual handy for filter and ferrite core, between the switch-mode power supply and the product or by 2 Press the △ or ▽ button to change the set value.
B longer again to return to measurement mode.
future reference. using a series power supply instead of a switch-mode power supply. The △ button is to increase and the ▽ button is to decrease the set value. •For bottom display, when the ▽ button is pressed for 1 second or longer,
D
D
Connecting/Disconnecting [the minimum flow] and [Lo] are displayed in turn.
F S Press the △ button continuously
C E
•When mounting the connector, insert it straight into the socket, holding the lever and To release holding the display of the minimum flow, press the ▽ button for 1 second or
IN
E
to keep increasing the set value.
To obtain the operation manual about this product and C
D connector body, and push the connector until the lever hooks into the housing, and locks. S longer again to return to measurement mode.
IN
IN D
•When removing the connector, press down the lever to release the hook from the If the △ and ▽ buttons are pressed simultaneously for 1 second or longer while the flow
control unit, please refer to the SMC website Screw is prepared by customer. S Press the ▽ button continuously value is being held, the peak (bottom) values are reset.
Symbol Name Description housing and pull the connector straight out.
(URL http://www.smcworld.com) or contact SMC directly. to keep decreasing the set value.
A Display See below. Direct mounting Direct mounting Socket
Model Model Reset operation
B Connector Connector for electrical connections. Screw Tightening torque Screw Tightening torque The accumulated flow value can be reset, when displaying the accumlated flow.
C Lead wire with connector Lead wire for power supply and outputs. PFMB7501
Self tapping screws
PFMB7201 M3 screws (2 pcs.) 0.35 to 0.45 Nm Lever The reset the accumulated flow, press the △ and ▽ buttons simultaneously for
3 Press the S button to complete the setting. 1 second or longer.
Safety Instructions D Piping port
For piping connections. Connected to the fluid inlet at IN and to the fluid outlet at
OUT.
PFMB7102
PFMB7102
( Nominal size:
3.0 x 4 pcs. ) 0.5 to 0.7 Nm
Return to measurement mode. The peak/bottom value can be reset, when displaying the peak value (bottom value).
E Body The body of the product. To reset the peak/bottom value, press the △ and ▽ buttons simultaneously for 1 second
These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or S S S or longer.
F Through hole Used to mount the product on a DIN rail or directly to a panel. DIN rail mounting (Only PFMB7201) DIN rail is prepared by customer.
equipment damage. G Lock ring ∗ Used to lock the flow adjustment valve. •Refer to the diagram and table below for DIN rail is not suitable for port size F02 (G1/4).
Key lock function
These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of mounting details. Connector body
H Flow adjustment valve ∗ Orifice mechanism to adjust the flow rate. ∗: For models with switch outputs for both OUT1 and OUT2, [P_2] or [n_2] will be displayed too. To use each of these functions, refer to the operation manual from SMC website
"Caution", "Warning" or "Danger". They are all important notes for safety and must Set as above. (URL http://www.smcworld.com) or contact SMC.
∗: The table lists the parts when a flow adjusting valve is included. 1 2
be followed in addition to International standards (ISO/IEC) and other safety Connector pin numbers (lead wire) ∗: If a mode other than Hysteresis Mode is selected, refer to the operation manual from SMC website
Bracket (Tapped) (URL http://www.smcworld.com) or contact SMC.
regulations. Display 1 ∗: Note that the set value and hysteresis settings are limited by each other.

+ 2 1 -
DIN rail
PFMB7201 PFMB7501/7102/7202 mounting
2
Maintenance
Caution: CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. I J Mounting hole
bracket
3
4
I
K
Bracket (Mounting hole) Function Setting How to reset the product after a power cut or when the power has been
unexpectedly removed
Warning: WARNING indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
L
J
K
M
S L
Spring washers
Joint screws
Connector pin numbers
1
Wire colour
Brown DC(+)
Description
Function selection mode
The settings of the product are retained from before the power cut or
de-energizing.
M DIN rail mounting screws The output condition also recovers to that before power cut or de-energizing, but
Danger: DANGER indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, In measurement mode, press the S button for 2 seconds or longer, to display [F 0].
2 White OUT2/Analogue output/External input
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. O N 3 Black OUT1 The [F ] indicates the mode for changing each Function Setting. may change depending on the operating environment. Therefore, check the safety
Bracket DIN rail mounting bracket of the whole installation before operating the product.
Model 4 Blue DC(-) Press the S button for 2 seconds or longer in function selection mode to return to
Symbol Name Description Screw Tightening torque Screw Tightening torque measurement mode.
Operator I LED display Displays the flow, the status of setting mode and error indication. (2-colour display) PFMB7201 Joint screws 0.35 to 0.45 Nm DIN rail mounting screws 0.35 to 0.45 Nm
Displays the output status of OUT1 and OUT2. Function selection mode
The operation manual is intended for those who have knowledge of machinery
using pneumatic equipment, and have sufficient knowledge of assembly,
J Indicator LED When the accumulated pulse output mode is selected, the LED will turn OFF.
LED is ON when the output is ON. Piping Outline of settings Specifications / Dimensions
operation and maintenance of such equipment. Only those persons are K UP (△) button ∗ Selects the mode and increases the ON/OFF set value. •Never mount the product upside down. Measurement
Refer to the product catalogue or operation manual from SMC website
allowed to perform assembly, operation and maintenance. L SET (S) button Press this button to change the mode and to set a value. •The straight piping length shall be 8 cm or longer. Power is supplied mode S S S
(URL http://www.smcworld.com) for more information about the product specifications and
Otherwise, if a straight section of piping is not installed, the accuracy varies by Press the S button
Read and understand the operation manual carefully before assembling, M DOWN (▽) button ∗ Selects the mode and decreases the ON/OFF set value.
approximately ±2%F.S. for 2 seconds Setting Setting Setting dimensions.
operating or providing maintenance to the product. N Unit display Indicates the unit currently selected. or longer. F0 F1 F99
•Avoid sudden changes in the piping size on the IN side of the product. The output will not operate for 3 seconds after supplying power.
O
Reference condition Indicates the reference condition selected. LED is ON (red) when standard •Do not release the OUT side piping port of the product directly to the atmosphere The identification code of the product is displayed.
indicator condition is selected. without the piping connected. To change setting, refer to the operation manual from SMC website
∗: When the reversed display is used, the function of the △ and ▽ buttons is reversed. If the product is used with the piping port released to atmosphere, the accuracy may vary. (URL http://www.smcworld.com) or contact SMC.

Safety Instructions IN side OUT side

Default settings
Mounting and Installation Flow direction [Measurement mode] Troubleshooting
Warning Measurement mode is the condition where the flow is detected and displayed, and
the switch function is operating. This is the basic mode; other modes should be
Item Default setting

Do not disassemble, modify (including changing the printed circuit board) or repair.
Mounting
•Never mount the product in a place where it will be used as a mechanical support. selected for set-point changes and other function settings. [F 0]
[ r EF] Reference condition
[ Un i] Unit selection function ∗1
[Anr ] Standard condition
[ L] L/min
Error indication
An injury or failure can result. Restrictor Error name Error display Description Measures
•Mount the product so that the fluid flows in the direction indicated by the arrow on the side 8 cm or longer [ oU1] Output mode of OUT1 [HYS] Hysteresis mode
of the body. Press the The flow has exceeded the upper limit of the
Do not operate the product outside of the specifications. Press the [ 1ot] Switch operation of OUT1 [1_P] Normal output Reduce the flow.
Do not use for flammable or harmful fluids. S button for Instantaneous flow display range.
Piping for the metal attachment S button [ 100] 100 L/min (PFMB7201)
2 seconds flow error
Fire, malfunction or damage to the product can result.
Verify the specifications before use. Installation •Tighten to the specified torque. Refer to the table below for the required torque values. once.
or longer. [ 250] 250 L/min (PFMB7501)
Fluid is flowing in the reverse direction by at
least -5% of the maximum rated flow value.
Connect the fluid flow in the
correct direction.
•Use a suitable spanner for the appropriate torque. Do not use a spanner 40 cm or [ P_1] Set value of OUT1
Panel mounting (Only PFMB7201) longer. [ 500] 500 L/min (PFMB7102) OUT1 over The switch output (OUT1) load current has Turn the power OFF and
Do not operate in an atmosphere containing flammable, explosive or corrosive gas. current error exceeded 80 mA.
Fire, explosionor corrosion can result. •Refer to the diagram and table below for mounting details. •If the tightening torque is exceeded, the product can be broken. Flow setting Function setting Other functions [F 1] [1000] 1000 L/min (PFMB7202) remove the cause of the over
•Refer to the dimension from SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com) for panel OUT2 over The switch output (OUT2) load current has current. Then turn the power
This product is not designed to be explosion proof. If the tightening torque is insufficient, the fitting may become loose. (3 step setting mode) (Function selection mode) [ 10] 10 L/min (PFMB7201) ON again.
thickness and panel mount cut-out dimensions. current error exceeded 80 mA.
Do not use the product for flammable fluid. •Avoid any sealing tape getting inside the flow path. [ 25] 25 L/min (PFMB7501)
Fire or explosion can result. 1 2
•Ensure there is no leakage after piping. ∗: The outputs will continue to operate during setting. [ H_1] Hysteresis of OUT1
[ 50] 50 L/min (PFMB7102)
Only air, N2, are applicable. •When mounting the fitting, a spanner should be used on the metal part (attachment) of ∗: If a button operation is not performed for 30 seconds during the setting, the display will flash.
the fitting only. (This is to prevent the setting from remaining incomplete if, for instance, an operator were to leave during setting) [ 100] 100 L/min (PFMB7202)
Do not use the product in a place where static electricity is a problem. ∗: 3 step setting mode and Function selection mode are reflected on each other. Turn the power OFF and turn
Holding other parts of the product with a spanner may damage the product. [ CoL] Display colour of OUT1 [SoG] Green when ON, Red when OFF System error An internal data error has occurred.
Otherwise it can cause failure or malfunction of the system. Insert it ON again.
Specifically, make sure that the spanner does not damage the connector. [ oU2] Output mode of OUT2 ∗2 [HYS] Hysteresis mode
If using the product in an interlocking circuit: [ 2ot] Switch operation of OUT2 ∗2 [2_P] Normal output

Flow Setting (set value only) of OUT1 · OUT2

•Provide a double interlocking system, for example a mechanical system
Caution [ 100] 100 L/min (PFMB7201)
•Check the product regularly for proper operation
Caution [ 250] 250 L/min (PFMB7501)
Otherwise malfunction can result, causing an accident.
Panel [ P_2] Set value of OUT2 ∗2
The following instructions must be followed during maintenance: 3 step setting mode [F 2]
[ 500] 500 L/min (PFMB7102)
[1000] 1000 L/min (PFMB7202)
The accumulated flow has exceeded the
accumulated flow range.
•Turn off the power supply In this mode, only the set values can be input, in just 3 steps. Accumulated (For count up display)
•Stop the air supply, exhaust the residual pressure and verify that the air is released before performing [ 10] 10 L/min (PFMB7201) flow is displayed
Bracket Reset the accumulated flow.
maintenance work [ 25] 25 L/min (PFMB7501) (Flashing)
Default settings Accumulated (Press the △ and ▽ buttons
Otherwise an injury can result. [ H_2] Hysteresis of OUT2 ∗2
Attachment [ 50] 50 L/min (PFMB7102) flow error simultaneously for 1 second
Bracket mounting The default settings are shown below. or longer)
Caution •Refer to the diagram and table below for mounting details.
•Refer to the dimension from SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com) for bracket
Attachment When the flow exceeds the set value [P_1], the switch will be turned ON.
When the flow falls below the set value by the amount of hysteresis [H_1] or more, the
[ 100] 100 L/min (PFMB7202)
The accumulated flow has reached the set
[F 3] [ r ES] Response time [1.0] 1 second accumulated flow value.
Do not touch the terminals and connectors while the power is on. thickness and mounting hole dimensions. Accumulated
switch will turn OFF. [F10] [ FLo] Display mode [ inS] Display instantaneous flow
(For count down display)
Otherwise electric shock, malfunction or damage to the product can result. Model Required torque Model Nominal thread size Width across flats of attachment flow is displayed
If the operation shown in the diagram below is acceptable, then keep these settings. (Flashing)
1 2 PFMB7201 12 to 14 Nm Rc1/4, NPT1/4 17 mm [F13] [ r Ev] Reversed display mode [oFF] Unused
After maintenance is complete, perform appropriate functional inspections and leak tests. PFMB7201
For more detailed settings, set each function in the function selection mode.
PFMB7501 G1/4 21 mm [F20] [ inP] External input ∗3 [r AC] Accumulated flow external reset ∗: If the error cannot be reset after the above measures are taken, then please contact SMC.
Stop operation if the equipment does not function properly or there is a leakage of fluid. Mounting screws Screw is prepared by customer.
When leakage occurs from parts other than the piping, the product might be faulty. PFMB7102 28 to 30 Nm PFMB7501 [F22] [ F rE] Setting of analogue output ∗4 [oFF] Variable range OFF
Set value Refer to the operation manual from SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com) for more
Disconnect the power supply and stop the fluid supply. 1/2 30 mm Hysteresis
PFMB7202 PFMB7102 [P_1] [F30] [ SAv] Accumulated value hold [oFF] Not held information about troubleshooting.
Do not apply fluid under leaking conditions.

Flow [L/min]
[H_1]
Safety cannot be assured in the case of unexpected malfunction. PFMB7202 3/4 35 mm [ PoS] Orientation [Hor ] Horizontal mounting
[F31]
[ Pr S] Supply pressure [m id] 0.4 MPa minimum, 0.6 MPa maximum
Piping for the One-touch fitting
NOTE •Insert the tube all the way into the fitting
[F80] [ dSP] Display OFF mode [ on] Display ON
[F81] [P in] Security code [oFF] Not used
The direct current power supply used should be UL approved as follows. so that it cannot be pulled out.
Switch ON [F90] [ ALL] Setting of all functions [oFF] Not used
Circuit (class 2) of maximum 30 Vrms (42.4 V peak) or less, with UL 1310 •Insertion with excessive force can cause
class 2 power supply unit or UL 1585 class 2 transformer. damage. Switch OFF
[F98] [ tESt] Output check [ n] Normal output
•Ensure there is no leakage after piping. Time [s] [F99] [in i] Reset to the default settings [oFF] Reset OFF
The product is a UL approved product only if it has a mark on the body. •Use the product within the specified ∗1: This setting is only available for models with the unit selection function.
Mounting bracket Mounting to equipment operating pressure and temperature range. Item PFMB7201 PFMB7501 PFMB7102 PFMB7202 ∗2: This setting is only available for models with switch outputs for both OUT1 and OUT2.
Model
Mounting screws Tightening torque Screw ∗3: This setting is only available for models with the external input.
[P_1] Set value of OUT1 100 250 500 1000
∗4: This setting is only available for models with the analogue output. URL http://www.smcworld.com
PFMB7201 0.45 to 0.55 Nm M3 screws (4 pcs.) [H_1] Hysteresis of OUT1 10 25 50 100
PFMB7501 Akihabara UDX 15F, 4-14-1, Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021, JAPAN
[P_2] Set value of OUT2 ∗ 100 250 500 1000
Accessory Phone: +81 3-5207-8249 Fax: +81 3-5298-5362
PFMB7102 0.5 to 0.7 Nm M4 screws (4 pcs.) [H_2] Hysteresis of OUT2 ∗ 10 25 50 100
Note: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice and any obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
PFMB7102 ∗: Only available for models with switch outputs for both OUT1 and OUT2. [L/min] © 2011-2015 SMC Corporation All Rights Reserved PF※※-OMP0003-A