Product Literature

Datasheets
Model Datasheet   FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X FC20 VF3 VF4
Data Logger Datasheet       FT3          
Power Supply Datasheet          
Manuals
Instruction Manual   FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X   VF3 VF4
FC20 Installation Instructions         FC20   
Profibus-DP / DeviceNet / Modbus TCP Ethernet Manual    FT2A        
Data Logger Manual     FT3      
Product Literature
Fox Thermal Full Line Brochure          
Comparison of Fox Thermal Flow Meters          
Industry Product Summary          
Sun Shade Accessory   FT1   FT3 FT4A FT4X    
Theory of Operation          
Frequently Asked Questions          
Flowmeter Features   FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X   VF3 VF4
Procurement Specifications (.pdf)   FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X   VF3 VF4
Procurement Specifications (.docx)   FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X   VF3 VF4
Model Codes   FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X   VF3 VF4
Display Configuration Codes    FT2A FT3      
Discontinued Products          

White Papers

“Monitoring and Minimizing Packing Leakage from Natural Gas Compressors”

Packing leaks can be costly and impact emissions reporting requirements. This white paper is a review of the emissions flow measurement implications of regulations effecting the oil and gas industry.

  • Methane Emissions Regulations
  • Packing Leakage
  • Flow Meter Requirements
  • Overcoming challenges
  • Choosing the right technology
  • Choosing the right manufacturer

“6 Things to Consider in Flare and Combustor Gas Measurement: Applications, Regulations, and Challenges”

Measuring gas from flares and combustors can be a challenging and complex issue for professionals working in the Oil & Gas Industry. This technical white paper helps operators choose the right technology and manufacturer for their flare gas application.

  • Type of flare gas measurement
  • Common flare gas applications
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Overcoming challenges
  • Choosing the right technology
  • Choosing the right manufacturer

“Reduce Energy Costs and Enhance Emissions Monitoring Systems”

Improve accountability, reduce waste, and enhance emissions monitoring processes with thermal flow meters. Direct mass flow monitoring of fuel gases is key to optimizing combustion processes and streamlining accounting procedures.

  • Analyze Demand
  • Improve Efficiency
  • Reduce Waste
  • Provide accurate reports for submetering
  • Facilitate custody transfer
  • Help resolve billing disputes

“Greenhouse (GHG) Environmental Monitoring Guide”

Information on accurate measurement of greenhouse gases using thermal mass flow technology for applications including natural gas, flare gas, vent gas, biogas, landfill gas recovery, and wastewater digester gas monitoring.

Application and Industry Guides

Applications Document Title Download
NEW! Hydrogen Gas Monitoring
  Industries & Applications Where Fox Thermal Flow Meters Can Be Used
Natural Gas Natural Gas Applications
Boiler & Furnace Applications
Reduce Energy Costs in Process Heating
Advantages in Gas Applications
Combustion Process Optimization
Air Compressed Air Monitoring
Air Monitoring
Env/Emissions Monitoring Environmental Monitoring Guide
Digester Gas Monitoring
Biogas Monitoring
Coal Applications
Meeting Air Quality Management Requirements
EPA Title 40 CFR Part 98 Compliance
Oil and Gas Flare Gas Flow Rates
Vent Gas (Flash Gas) Flow Rates
Energy Accounting & Custody Transfer
Allocation
Wastewater Wastewater Gas Monitoring
Coal Coal Applications
Mining Mining Applications
Landfills Landfill Gas Applications
Other Mixed Gas Applications
Pure Gas Applications
Aluminum Plant Applications

Application Optimizers

Flares

Fox Thermal flow meters are a proven technology and common solution to monitor flares. Download this Application Optimizer to learn how thermal mass flow meters can be used in flares across industries like oil and gas, wastewater, landfills, and more.


Gas Compressors

Identify key flow measurement points on gas compressors to optimize your process. Download to learn how to avoid packing failures and understand relationships between flow rates and potential failures.

Case Studies

Application Document Title Download
Natural Gas Thermal Flow Meter Calibration for Natural Gas Service
Wastewater FT1 Flowmeter Resolves Recalibration Issue for Wastewater Treatment Operator
Oil & Gas Monitoring VOC Emissions from Oil and Condensate Storage Tanks

Dimensional Drawings

THERMAL MASS - Insertion Models
Local electronics, probe without retractor FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X
Local electronics, probe with retractor FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X
Remote electronics, probe without retractor   FT2A FT3   FT4X
Remote electronics, probe with retractor   FT2A FT3   FT4X
THERMAL MASS - Inline Models
Local electronics, NPT end connections FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X
Local electronics, 150 lb. flange end connections FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X
Local electronics, 300 lb. flange end connections     FT4A FT4X
Remote electronics, NPT end connections   FT2A FT3   FT4X
Remote electronics, 150 lb. flange end connections   FT2A FT3   FT4X
Remote electronics, 300 lb. flange end connections      FT4X
THERMAL MASS - Crank Retractors
Crank Retractor (local)      FT4X
Crank Retractor (remote)      FT4X
VORTEX SHEDDING - Insertion Models
Local electronics, compression models VF3     
Local electronics, packing gland models VF3     
Local electronics, packing gland with retractor VF3     
VORTEX SHEDDING - Inline Models
Local electronics, flanged models VF4     
Local electronics, flanged, reduced bore models VF4     
Local electronics, wafer style models VF4     
VORTEX SHEDDING - Remote Models
Remote electronics VF3 VF4    

Software Downloads

Title/Description FT1/FT4A/FT4X
Modbus View Software (v 1.0.0)
Modbus View Informational Datasheet
Modbus View Software Manual

Title/Description All Meters FT1 FT2A FT3 FT4A FT4X
FT View Software   (v 2.1.1) (v 3.0.1) (v 5.0.1) (v 3.0.4) (v 3.3.2)
FT View Software Informational Datasheet  
FT View Software Manual  
FT View VCP Driver*      
HART DD       

*Note regarding VCP Driver: When downloading FT View software, if the PC is connected to the Internet and running Windows® 7, 8, or 10, the PC will try to automatically load the VCP driver. If the driver does not load automatically, use the link above.

Other Brochures

Tech Tips Download
Advantages of Sensor Technology
The Importance of Straight Pipe Runs
CAL-V™ Calibration Validation Test
Calibration Brochures
Calibration Brochure
Other Brochures
Frequently Asked Questions