HR-E Int Orion – High Resolution Encoder Integral Orion Configuration

The ORION HR-E Integral Assembly is available for ORION Fixed Network, Migratable and Classic endpoints in which the endpoint and encoder are connected in one assembly.  The endpoint has a 3-foot length of wire stored inside the bottom of the assembly housing The endpoint can be removed from the housing, if necessary, and mounted away from the encoder Once removed, the endpoint cannot be reassembled into an integral configuration

Description

Applications: The High Resolution Encoder (HR-E) is designed for use with all current Recordall® Disc, Turbo, Compound, Combo and Fire Series meters and assemblies. The HR-E provides connectivity with Badger Meter ORION®.

Electronic Resolution: Encoder output from the HR-E includes eight-dial resolution to AMR/AMI endpoints and the option of six-dial resolution for touch applications. Refer to tables on the next page for details. Mounting: The HR-E in its shroud assembly uses a bayonet mount compatible with all Recordall Disc, Turbo, Compound and Fire Series meters and assemblies. The bayonet mount allows positioning of the register in any of four orientations for visual reading convenience. The HR-E can be removed from the meter without disrupting water service.

Magnetic Drive: A direct-drive, high-strength magnetic coupling, through the meter body to the wetted magnet, provides reliable and dependable register coupling.

Local Indication: The HR-E face features an eight-dial mechanical odometer wheel stack and a flow finder with a calibrated test circle.

Tamper-Resistant Features: Unauthorized removal of the HR-E is inhibited by the option of a tamper detection seal wire screw, tamper-resistant TORX® seal screw, or the proprietary tamperresistant keyed seal screw. Each can be installed at the meter site or at the factory.

Construction: The housing of the HR-E is constructed of a strengthened glass lens top and a corrosion-resistant metal bottom. Internal construction materials are thermoplastic for long life and high reliability. The encoder gearing is self-lubricating thermoplastic to minimize friction and provide long, reliable life. The shroud assembly is thermoplastic.

Temperature: The operating range of the HR-E is – 40…140° F (– 40…60° C ). The water meter should not be subjected to temperatures below freezing.

Sealing: The HR-E encoder is permanently sealed to eliminate the intrusion of moisture, dirt or other contaminants. The HR-E achieves true water resistance due the unique adhesive technology used to seal the glass dome to the corrosion-resistant metal bottom. Due to this sealing process, the HR-E exceeds all applicable requirements of AWWA Standard C707. With leak rates less than 10-6 cc/sec, as tested by a helium mass spectrometer, the HR-E is suitable for installation in all environments, including meter pits subject to continuous submergence.

Electrical: The electronic circuitry is designed to provide immunity to electrical surges and transients per IEC1000-4-2, IEC1000-4-4.

Additional information

Encoder Type

Straight reading, permanently sealed,
magnetic drive

Unit of Measure

U.S. Gallons, Cubic Feet, Cubic Meters, clearly
identified on encoder face

Test Circle

360° circle with ten major increments, ten
divisions each

Weight

10 ounces

Humidity

0…100% condensing when equipped with
potted lead wire, 0…95% non-condensing with
screw-terminal wire connections

Temperature

– 40…140° F (– 40…60° C )

Signal Output

Industry Standard ASCII Format

Visual Resolution

1/100th of Test Circle

Electronic Resolution

8-dial resolution for AMR/AMI; 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8-dial
resolution for BadgerTouch

Signal Type

3-wire synchronous for AMR/AMI solutions
(red=clock/power, black=ground, green=data)
2-wire asynchronous for Touch solutions

Power Source

External