WELMEC 11.
6: 2018
2. Scope
This document provides guidance to the technical implementation of the modular
approach as described in WELMEC 8.8, for parts of gas meters and volume conversion
devices.
This guide covers the following:
- electronic volume conversion devices (EVCD’s) type 2, as described in definition
3.1.18.2 of the EN 12405-1/A2, with the parts pressure transducers, temperature
transducers and calculators;
- calculating devices or calculators including indicating devices (see 3.1.5, 3.1.6
and 6.3 of OIML R 137-1&2) of electronic gas meters, which are intended to be
connected via a physical connection to the measuring part.
- measuring parts of a gas meter consisting of the measuring element/transducer,
the gas containing meter body and the interface to the calculator. The measuring
transducer may include electronics, which calculates a measuring signal for the
interface to the calculator/ indicating device or may be purely a mechanical device
Parts of electronic volume conversion devices type 1 or parts of mechanical conversion
devices are not under the scope of this document. Also parts of mechanical indicating
devices are not under the scope of this document.
Even if modular evaluation is used, the manufacturer shall apply for a conformity
assessment procedure for the complete measuring instrument.
It should be noted that it is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the complete
instrument to be able to demonstrate the conformity to all applicable requirements of the
MID even in case the modular evaluation is used.
This guide covers only issues related to the MID. A part may bear the CE marking
according to European directives other than the MID and the EC or PC number, but it
cannot bear the supplementary metrology marking and Notified Body number relating to
the MID.
Only a complete measuring instrument (or sub-assembly if foreseen in the MID) may
bear the supplementary metrology marking and Notified Body number relating to the
declaration of conformity to the MID.
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3. Definitions, abbreviations and symbols
The definitions of the EN 12405-1/A2 and OIML R 137-1&2 apply to this guide together
with the definitions given in WELMEC guide 8.8 and 7.2.
Abbreviations:
MI Measuring Instrument
Part A part of a MI which performs a specific function and can be
evaluated separately.
Checking facility incorporated in a measuring instrument which enables
facility significant faults to be detected and acted upon
MID MID, directive 2014/32/EU
NB Notified Body
TEC Type- or Design examination certificate
EC Evaluation Certificate as defined in WELMEC guide 8.8
PC Parts Certificate as defined in WELMEC guide 8.8
EN 12405-1/A2 EN 12405-1:2005+A2:2010 “Gas meters – Conversion
devices – Part 1: volume conversion”
OIML R 137-1&2 “Gas meters”, Edition 2012,
Part 1: Metrological and technical requirements,
Part 2: Metrological controls and performance tests
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4. Evaluation procedure of the parts
For the evaluation the following procedure should be followed.
4.1 Application
There shall be a written application from the producer of the part for an EC or PC. The
application shall contain the following:
• Producers name and address;
• A declaration that the part cannot be disturbed or fraudulently manipulated
through its interfaces without being made evident;
• A declaration that the producer is aware of his obligations as specified in
WELMEC guide 8.8, specifically related to the availability of the technical doc-
umentation;
• Complete technical documentation in accordance with article 18 of the MID,
for example but not limited to:
o General description of the type, and explanations necessary to under-
stand the functioning of the part;
o Technical documentation to ensure consistent production;
o Description and characteristic data of the part;
o Description of the checking facilities of the part;
o Information on compatibility in respect to interfaces, power supply etc.
o Software description, communication protocols, means for securing the
software;
o Information concerning special cases (if applicable), such as but not
limited to:
▪ Special operating conditions;
▪ Reaction of the part to significant faults;
▪ Functioning of the part after switch on.
o A declaration of conformity stating that the hardware of the part com-
plies with the relevant parts of the applicable directives, in particular
with the EMC directive.
4.2 Test requirements
4.2.1 Technical requirements
The part shall comply with the technical requirements as specified in relevant Annexes
A, B, C and D.
4.2.2 Requirements concerning software
The legally relevant software running on the part shall be tested in accordance with
WELMEC guide 7.2: Software Guide (Measuring Instruments Directive 2014/32/EU),
risk class C.
The correct functioning of the checking facilities may be tested by means of simulation.
In the case that the part is not equipped with a display, the software identification should
be transmitted to another part of the measuring instrument that has a display and can
indicate the software identification on request.
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With respect to the reliability of volume conversion devices, chapter 6.6 of EN 12405-
1/A2 applies.
4.2.3 Requirements concerning markings
The part should either be inscribed with the following markings or these marking should
be permanently visible on the display or a combination of both:
• EC or PC number of the device
• Producers identification mark, trademark or name
• Type designation
• Year of manufacture
• Serial number
The EC should state the position of the markings or refer to drawings that indicate the
position.
4.3 Evaluation
The test institute shall evaluate whether
• the documentation is confirmed to be in accordance with article 18 of the MID;
• the part is confirmed to be constructed in accordance with the documentation, in
particular if the part is equipped, when applicable, with a clearly readable display,
a properly operating legally relevant software, and the necessary checking facili-
ties;
• the part is confirmed to be in accordance with the test requirements as specified
in chapter 4.2.
The test institute shall issue an Evaluation Report (ER) that specifies the examinations
and tests that have been performed and what the outcome of the examinations and
tests were.
If the part complies with all the applicable requirements of this guide an EC or PC can
be issued.
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