Overview
The Rosemount 8712C magnetic flow transmitter is part of Rosemount’s Smart Family of process instrumentation and provides reliable flow measurement for a wide range of industrial applications. The 8712C operates with all Rosemount magnetic flow meters, making it a compatible solution for retrofit and upgrade projects. This transmitter generates standard 4-20 mA analog output signals suitable for direct connection to PLCs, DCS systems, and industrial control networks.
Key Features
- Operates with all Rosemount magnetic flow meter tubes
- Standard 4-20 mA output for universal process control integration
- Local Operator Interface (LOI) for configuration and diagnostics
- Compatible with HART and FOUNDATION Fieldbus communication protocols
- Diagnostic capabilities accessible via 375 Handheld Communicator and AMS Device Manager
- Proven performance in chemical processing, water/wastewater, oil & gas, and pharmaceutical applications
Technical Specifications
The 8712C transmitter features configurable power options and output scaling to match specific flow measurement requirements. Power connections must meet the requirements outlined for Transmitter Input Power, and the unit supports pulse output options with external power where needed. Pulse output scaling operates between 0 and 1000 Hz, with electronics that will not accept conversion factors resulting in pulse frequencies outside that range.
Typical Applications
- Water and wastewater treatment facilities
- Chemical and petroleum refining processes
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Food and beverage production
- HVAC and district heating/cooling systems
- General industrial flow monitoring and metering
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- All Rosemount magnetic flow meter tubes (8700 Series)
- 4-20 mA analog input modules on PLCs and DCS systems
- HART field communicators (375, 875, etc.)
- AMS Device Manager software and PlantWeb diagnostics
- Local Operator Interface (LOI) configuration tools
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering to confirm the specific flowtube calibration matches your process requirements. The 8712C is calibrated for Rosemount flowtube tubes; units calibrated for alternative equipment may require recalibration.
Works With
- HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer) protocol
- FOUNDATION Fieldbus communication
- Standard 4-20 mA analog loops
- Rosemount flowtube coil configurations (series-connected)
- AMS Device Manager and PlantWeb Alerts ecosystem
