Gas volume correctors
ELCOR and ELCORplus
Highlights
§ High accuracy and stability of measurement
§ Embedded modem 2G/3G/4G/NB
§ Robust design
§ Modular technology
§ MID and ATEX approved
§ Long battery life
§ Designed for the future upgrades
§ Tamper proof
...get the best from ELGAS longtime experience
Introduction
The latest Elgas technology ELCORplus and ELCOR Both models are designed as compact devices integrating
represent powerfull solution applicable either like electronic measuring metrological part together with communication
volume corrector for billing purposes or like universal unit and with telemetry features as well.
datalogger for station control and monitoring.
ELCORplus
The most powerfull model is ELCORplus. Its robust design
together with tremendous modularity covers all known
demands of gas segment over EVC ( ELCORplus)
and datalogger installation ( DATCOMplus).
Battery powered ELCORplus converts gas volume under
operating conditions to gas volume at base conditions,
according to state equation. Information about primary
volume can be received from all types of gasmeters through
LF pulses (reed contact or wiegand sensor), HF pulses and
absolute encoders (NAMUR, SCR+). The meter can be
connected through mechanical index with Elgas relative
encoder. EVC calculates the conversion factor C based
on actual value of gas pressure, gas temperature and
based on compressibility factor according to all known
methods.
The basic concept enables to use device either as a single
Any configuration can be individually customised
or dual channel EVC with possibility to add non-
by parameter file locally or remotely.
metrological channel. Modular architecture enables
All data (instantaneous, archived data, diagnostics) can be
to create various configurations up to 6 pressure
visible on backlit graphical LCD display with using
or temperature transducers, 12 digital inputs, 4 digital
6-buttons keypad. This keypad and LCD combination
outputs, 6 analogue inputs and 4 analogue outputs, based
enables simple parameters setup as well.
on customer requirements.
All measured and calculated data can be optionally stored
at 11 different archieves with sufficient memory capacity
covering couple of years without overwriting of old records.
Generation
4you
In addition to metrological measuring part ELCORplus can
handle two independent communication modems,
internal and external. There are selectable modem
modules for 2G, 3G, 4G and 4G NB. Modular design
is suitable for easy replacement with future generation
of modems without interruption of functioning. All versions
even with internal modem are approved for installation
in hazardous areas Ex Zone 0, 1, 2.
Lifetime of modem battery with regular calling once a day
is guaranteed at least 6 years in defined mode of working.
For more frequent communication (or permanent) the
external power supply module (AC or solar) can be applied
for powering EVC and modem separately.
Except modems there are paralelly usable two selectable
serial interfaces RS232 and RS485 and local infrared
interface.
The data can be transferred independently to data
collection system (billing) or monitoring and control system
(Scada). Various communication protocols are available.
The protocol can be selected by enduser for each
communication channel independently. The data transfer
ELCOR
is equipped with access protection, encryption tools and ELCOR is simplified version of bigger ELCORplus.
system of certified firmware remote download. The versatility is limited comparing the bigger model.
ELCORplus is designed in robust polycarbonate housing It is designed as single channel EVC with only one RS485
suitable for indoor or outdoor installation. This cabinet is (or RS232) serial port and with optional embedded modem
fully resistant against external tampering and disturbances both powered by batteries. ELCOR is suitable
with massive locking lever. for standard projects where reliable and smart EVC
is required.
Datalogger DATCOM and DATCOMplus
For telemetry projects where dataloggers are required
DATCOM and DATCOMplus are available. They use
identical HW and FW features as EVC series enhanced
with functionality typical for dataloggers installations.
Advantages of open architecture together with flexible
internal structure of ELGAS dataloggers series brings
unlimited solution for any project in gas segment.
Technical specifications
ELCOR ELCORplus
Housing The housing was designed for use in outdoor with focus on robustness and
resistance against tampering. It can be sealed and secured by a suitable lock.
The housing is equipped with a closing mechanism keeping the lid closed tightly
even without securing the lid by screws.
Material Glass fiber polycarbonate
Dimensions 210 x 190 x 93 mm 263 x 201 x 111 mm
Weight (depends on configuration) 1.5 kg 2.2 kg
Protection class (EN 60529) IP 66, outdoor environment
Working temperature -25°C to +70°C (optionally from -40°C)
Control panel The new ELCOR series brings even better capacitive keypad very well known
from picoELCOR series.
6 button capacitive keypad
Display Local reading of all measured instantaneous and archived data.
Standard variant Graphic backlit LCD 128 x 64
Optional Alphanumeric segment backlit LCD (working from -40 °C; always ON)
Digital transducers The new generation of digital transducers offers traditional high stability and
accuracy of ELGAS pressure and temperature transducers.
Up to 2 digital transducers Up to 6 digital transducers
Pressure transducer type EDT 96
Standard MID approved ranges - absolute
(accuracy 0.25% of measured value) 0.8 - 5.2; 2 - 10; 4 - 20; 7 - 35; 14 - 70; 25 - 130 bar
Extended MID approved ranges - absolute
0.8 - 10; 0.8 - 20; 4 - 70 bar
(accuracy 0.25% of measured value)
Non MID ranges - absolute
0.8 - 35; 0.8 - 70; 0.8 - 130 bar
(accuracy 0.2% full scale)
Non MID ranges - gauge
(accuracy 0.4% full scale - below 1 bar) 0 - 0.2; 0 - 1; 0 - 1.6; 0 - 4; 0 - 6; 0 - 10; 0 - 25; 0 - 40; 0 - 70 bar
(accuracy 0.2% full scale - above 1 bar)
Temperature transducer type EDT 101
Measuring range standard -25°C to +70°C
Measuring range extended -40°C to +70°C
Power supply The device is designed as battery power supplied (ELCOR) with an option of
external power supply (ELCORplus) either from solar pannel or from mains
120V/230V AC (using external modules placed in non-hazardous area).
EVC battery packs B-03 (17Ah) lithium battery - up to 11 years
- battery life (in defined conditions) B-03 (17Ah) lithium battery B-03D (30Ah) lithium battery - up to 18 years
- up to 11 years B-03A alkaline battery - up to 6 years
Modem battery packs HB-03 (GSM/GPRS modem, lithium battery, 12Ah) - up to 6 years
- battery life (in defined conditions) HB-03D (GSM/GPRS modem, lithium battery, 20Ah) - up to 11 years
HB-04 (LTE modem, lithium battery, 12Ah) - up to 6 years
External power supply PS-E external module (EVC)
not available
PS-M external module (MODEM)
Communication with the device Both models supports various communication interfaces allowing local or
remote communication.
Serial communication interface 1x RS232 or RS485 2x RS232 or RS485
Optical communication interface optical interface (EN 62056-21)
Wireless communication (modem) GSM/GPRS
LTE Cat1
LTE M1
LTE-NB (preliminary)
Technical specifications
ELCOR ELCORplus
Inputs/Outputs The device provides digital inputs and outputs fully configurable by end user.
Digital inputs 3x (LF or binary) up to 12x (LF, 2x HF, binary)
Digital outputs 2x (LF or binary) 4x (LF or binary)
Analog inputs (4-20mA) not available up to 6x (optional)
Analog outputs (4-20mA) 2x (using external module CLO) up to 4x integrated (optional)
up to 4x (using external module CLO)
Encoder interface Various encoders are supported
Encoder types supported NAMUR
SCR+
ELGAS
Extension internal modules ELCOR and ELCORplus series was developed as modular device enabling full
customization.
M2G: 2G modem
M4G: 2G/3G/4G - LTE Cat1 modem
Modems M4GM1: LTE M1 modem
Communication
LTE-NB (preliminary)
Serial interface integrated S1-COM: RS232/RS485 serial interface
S0-SCR: SCR+ encoder interface
Gas meter encoder interface S0-NAM: NAMUR encoder interface
Inputs not available S1-2AI: 2x input
Analog 4 - 20mA
input/output Outputs not available S1-2AO: 2x output
(externally via CLO module)
External power EVC S3-PWR1
not available
supply Modem S4-PWR2
Multipurpose extension board not available S0-EXT1:
2x HF NAMUR input
6x LF/Binary digital input
2x Analog input (4 - 20 mA)
2x Digital transducer EDT
