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Revision A
INSTRU-
MENTA-
TION
MUDWATCH SYSTEM
(with Spectrum I/F PCB)
All product, brand, or trade names used in this publication are the trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Proper service and repair is important to the safe, reliable operation of all M/D TOTCO equipment.
The service procedures recommended by M/D TOTCO and described in the technical manuals are
recommended methods of performing service operations. When these service operations require
the use of tools specially designed for the purpose, those special tools should be used as recom-
mended. Warnings against the use of specific service methods that can damage equipment or
render it unsafe are stated in the manuals. These warnings are not exclusive, as M/D TOTCO
could not possibly know, evaluate and advise service people of all conceivable ways in which ser-
vice might be done or of all possible associated hazardous consequences. Accordingly, anyone
who uses service procedures or tools which are not recommended by M/D TOTCO must first sat-
isfy themselves thoroughly that neither personnel safety nor equipment safety will be jeopardized
by the method selected.
M/D TOTCO warrants to Buyer (“Purchaser”) of new products manufactured or supplied by M/D
TOTCO that such products are, at the time of delivery to the Purchaser, free of material and work-
manship defects, subject to the following exceptions: (a) Any product that has been repaired or
altered in such a way, in M/D TOTCO’s judgment, as to affect the product adversely, including any
repairs, rebuilding, welding or heat treating outside of an M/D TOTCO-authorized facility, (b) Any
product that has, in M/D TOTCO’s judgment, been subject to negligence, accident or improper
storage, (c) Any product that has not been installed, operated and maintained in accordance with
normal practices and within the recommendations of M/D TOTCO, (d) For all items of special
order by Purchaser that are not manufactured by M/D TOTCO, Purchaser should submit warranty
claims directly to the manufacturer thereof.
M/D TOTCO’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or, at its option, replacing any
products which, in its judgement, proved not to be as warranted within the applicable warranty
period. All costs of transportation of products claimed not to be as warranted and of repaired or
replacement products to or from authorized M/D TOTCO service facility shall be borne by Pur-
chaser. M/D TOTCO may, at its sole option, elect to refund the purchase price of the products, and
M/D TOTCO shall have no further obligation under the Sales Agreement.
The cost of labor for installing a repaired or replacement part shall be borne by Purchaser.
Replacement parts provided under the terms of this warranty are warranted for the remainder of
the warranty period of the product upon which installed to the same extent as if such parts were
original components thereof.
The warranty periods for various products are: a) Hydraulics and Mechanical Equipment: one (1)
year from date of installation or fifteen (15) months from date of shipment from M/D TOTCO,
whichever occurs first, b) All Elastomer Diaphragms: six (6) months from date of shipment from
M/D TOTCO, c) Electronic Equipment: six (6) months from date of shipment from M/D TOTCO.
CHAPTER 1
1-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1-2 SCOPE OF MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1-3 INTENDED AUDIENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1-4 PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
1-5 NOTES, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
1-6 RELATED DOCUMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
CHAPTER 2
2-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2-2 FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2-3 MAIN COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
2-3-1 DAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
2-3-2 MUDWATCH Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
2-3-3 Display Barrier Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
2-3-4 I.S. Alarm Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
2-3-5 Connecting Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
2-4 OPTIONAL COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
2-4-1 Sensor Barrier Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
2-4-2 Basic Cable Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
2-4-3 Quick Rig-Up Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
2-4-4 Laptop PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
2-4-5 VIP Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
2-5 SENSORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
2-5-1 Pit Level Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
2-5-1-1 PIT LEVEL SENSOR P/N 272819-SERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
2-5-1-2 PIT LEVEL SENSOR P/N H10924A-SERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
2-5-2 Mud Flow Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
2-5-2-1 MUD FLOW SENSOR P/N MFTX4A-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
2-5-2-2 MUD FLOW SENSOR P/N 270700-116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
2-5-3 Pump Stroke Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
2-6 MUDWATCH Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
CHAPTER 3
3-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
3-2 INSTALLATION LOCATION REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
3-3 DAQ INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
3-3-1 Mount the DAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
3-3-2 Ground the DAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
3-3-3 Connect ac Power Cable to DAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
3-4 DISPLAY PANEL INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
3-5 DISPLAY BARRIER BOX INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
3-5-1 Mount the Display Barrier Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
3-5-2 Ground the Display Barrier Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9
3-6 ALARM HORN INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
3-6-1 Mount the Alarm Horn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
3-6-2 Adjust Alarm Horn Tone and Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
3-7 CONNECT THE DAQ, DISPLAY BARRIER BOX, DISPLAY PANEL & ALARM HORN . . . . . . . .3-12
3-8 SENSOR BARRIER BOX INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15
CHAPTER 4
4-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
4-2 MUDWATCH CHANNELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
4-3 CONFIGURATION & CALIBRATION SOFTWARE START-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
4-4 LOADING THE MUDWATCH CONFIGURATION FROM FLOPPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
4-5 CONFIGURATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
4-6 CALIBRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
4-6-1 Mud Pit Volume Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
4-6-2 Analog Sensor Channel Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14
4-6-3 Digital Sensor Channel Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-21
4-7 SAVE CONFIGURATION/CALIBRATION TO FLOPPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-23
CHAPTER 5
5-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5-2 MUDWATCH DATA DISPLAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
5-2-1 Active Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
5-2-2 Field Names and Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
5-2-3 Function Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
5-3 KEYPAD OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4
5-3-1 Zero Field Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5
5-3-2 Change Field Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5
5-3-3 Change/View Alarm Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
5-3-4 Activate/Deactivate Fields. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
5-3-4-1 ACTIVATE/DEACTIVATE PUMP STROKES/PUMP SPM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
5-3-4-2 ACTIVATE/DEACTIVATE TANKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
5-3-5 Specify Drill, Trip-In or Trip-Out Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
5-3-6 Set Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
5-3-7 Switch Backlighting ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
5-4 DISPLAY PANEL FIELDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
5-4-1 KEYBOARD Fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
5-4-2 RETURN FLOW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
5-4-2-1 Function Code 54: SET HIGH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
5-4-2-2 Function Code 55: SET LOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
5-4-3 TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME/ACTIVE TANKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
5-4-3-1 Function Code 63: SET HIGH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
5-4-3-2 Function Code 64: SET ACTIVE TANKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
5-4-4 GAIN/LOSS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
5-4-4-1 Function Code 6: SET ZERO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
CHAPTER 6
6-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
6-2 PERIODIC INSPECTION OF MUDWATCH DEVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
6-3 PERIODIC INSPECTION OF MUDWATCH SENSORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
6-4 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE: MUDWATCH SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
6-4-1 DAQ Power Supply Checkout Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
6-4-2 Spectrum I/F Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8
6-4-3 Display Panel Controller Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-12
6-4-4 DAQ Digital Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-13
6-4-5 VIP Workstation Communications Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-14
6-5 INIT CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
CHAPTER 7
7-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
7-2 ILLUSTRATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
7-3 PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
7-3-1 Figure & Index Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
7-3-2 Part Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
7-3-3 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
7-3-4 Units Per Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
7-3-5 Use On Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
7-4 ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
APPENDIX A
SHIELDED CABLE GUIDELINES A-1
A-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
A-2 GUIDELINES FOR PREVENTING CABLE DAMAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
A-3 ELECTRICAL INTERFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
A-4 SHIELDED CABLE SPLICING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
A-5 CONNECTING TWO DEVICES WITH SHIELDED CABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
APPENDIX B
CONVERSION DATA B-1
B-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
B-2 TEMPERATURE CONVERSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
B-3 CONVERSION FACTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
APPENDIX C
WORKSHEET DRAWINGS C-1
C-1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
C-2 HOW TO DOCUMENT A SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
C-3 CONTENTS OF THIS APPENDIX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
CHAPTER 2
DESCRIPTION
CHAPTER 3
INSTALLATION
CHAPTER 4
CONFIGURATION & CALIBRATION
CHAPTER 5
OPERATION
CHAPTER 6
MAINTENANCE
CHAPTER 7
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN
APPENDIX A
SHIELDED CABLE GUIDELINES
CHAPTER 2
DESCRIPTION
CHAPTER 3
INSTALLATION
CHAPTER 4
CONFIGURATION & CALIBRATION
CHAPTER 5
OPERATION
CHAPTER 6
MAINTENANCE
CHAPTER 7
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN
APPENDIX B
CONVERSION DATA
This manual contains installation, operation, maintenance, configuration, calibration and parts
information for the MUDWATCH system, a mud-monitoring system manufactured by M/D TOTCO.
Information in this manual should enable qualified personnel to install, operate, calibrate and main-
tain a MUDWATCH system.
This manual is intended for use by field engineering, maintenance, operation and repair personnel.
The procedures described in this manual should be performed only by persons who have read the
safety notice on Page B of this manual and who are fully qualified and trained to perform the proce-
dures herein.
Notes, cautions and warnings are presented, when applicable, to aid in understanding and operat-
ing the equipment or to protect personnel and equipment. Examples and explanations follow.
NOTE
CAUTION
Provides information to prevent equipment malfunction or damage that
could result in interruption of service.
WARNING
Provides information to prevent equipment malfunction or damage that
could result in serious or fatal injury to personnel or major property loss.
M/D TOTCO documents related to the use of this manual are listed below:
• Manual 60-10: Data Acquisition Unit (DAQ) and Sensors
• Manual 60-40: TOTAL System Configuration and Calibration-
software
• Manual 28-31: VIP (Visulogger Interface Program)
• Manual TW1022: Pit Level Sensors H10924A-series
• Manual TW658: Mud Flow Sensor MFTX4A-5
• Manual 27-45A: Mud Flow Sensor 270700-series
• Manual 27-44A: Mud Flow Sensor 270700-series Illustrated
Parts Breakdown
FIGURE 1
TABLE 1
This chapter describes the MUDWATCH system, including its main components, optional compo-
nents and sensors. Figure 2-1 is a typical MUDWATCH system. System specifications are listed in
Table 2-1.
2-2 FUNCTION
MUDWATCH is a mud-monitoring system that collects, processes, displays and monitors the fol-
lowing data:
• active mud tank volume, trip tank volume, and gain/loss
• return mud flow
• pump rate and pump strokes
• customer-selected optional channel
If alarm conditions are reached, MUDWATCH alerts the operator via audible and visual alarms.
MUDWATCH data can be output to a VIP Workstation for real-time and historical data display and
hardcopy printouts.
FIGURE 2
The main components of a MUDWATCH system are listed below and described in the paragraphs
that follow. These components are required in all MUDWATCH configurations.
• Data Acquisition Unit (DAQ)
• MUDWATCH display panel
• Display barrier box
• I.S. alarm horn
• Cable for connecting the DAQ and to a laptop PC for configuration
and calibration
WARNING
WARNING
M/D TOTCO
PUMP STROKE
SENSOR
JUNCTION
BOX SENSOR
BARRIER BOX VIP WORKSTATION
Page 2-2
MUDWATCH SIF Chapter 2
MANUAL 60-27 DESCRIPTION
2-3-1 DAQ
The DAQ (Figure 2-2) is the data acquisition and processing device for MUDWATCH. Its functions
are summarized below.
• Powers rig sensors
• Receives and processes rig sensor data and transmits this data to the
MUDWATCH display panel.
• Receives and processes data entered by the operator using the dis-
play panel keypad.
• Transmits data to the optional VIP Workstation for real-time and his-
torical data display and hardcopy printouts
• Configures the system and calibrates sensor channels, when con-
nected to a laptop PC running configuration/calibration software
Two DAQ models are available: one with internal safety barriers for applications requiring UL-certi-
fication and one without internal safety barriers for applications requiring CENELEC certification. If
a barrierless DAQ is used, then a sensor barrier box (Paragraph 2-4-1) is required.
The MUDWATCH display panel (Figure 2-3) is an intrinsically safe device that receives and dis-
plays rig sensor data from the DAQ.
The display panel is powered by the DAQ. It contains a keypad that enables the operator to view
and set alarm limits, zero channel values, temporarily silence the alarm horn and set functions on
and off. When alarm conditions exist, the panel alerts the operator by activating the attached I.S.
alarm horn and flashing the data value of the channel in alarm.
O PT IO N K E Y B O A RD E N T R Y
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COUNTE R A 6 4 -S E T
A CT I V E T A NK S
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LI G H T-SE LE C TE D
CO UNT ER B 2 -S E T Z E R O COUNTE R B T O T A L A CT I V E V O L UM E
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0 ENT
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STRO KES BA RRE LS
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SPM S P M BA RRE LS
T O T A L R A T E P U MP 3 R A T E
T A N K T AN K VO L
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0
LI GH T -S E L E C T E D S P M S P M
N O BARRELS T RI P
The display barrier box (Figure 2-4) ensures a safe energy level for all electrical connections
between the DAQ and display panel. The box contains six barriers, which are used for communica-
tion (2), display panel power (1), display panel backlighting (2) and alarm horn power (1).
The dual-tone I.S. alarm horn (Figure 2-5) is connected to the display panel and sounds when
alarm conditions are reached. During an alarm, the horn can be silenced by pressing the "alarm
acknowledge" (ALARM ACK) key on the display panel keypad.
All MUDWATCH systems include the following cable assembly shown in Figure 2-1.
• CAL/CONFIG cable assembly - a 5-foot, 9-pin cable assembly that connects
the DAQ to a laptop PC for configuration and calibration
Additional cables required for MUDWATCH installation may be supplied by the customer or by
M/D TOTCO as a basic cable kit (Paragraph 2-4-2).
Optional components for alternate MUDWATCH configurations are listed and described below.
• Sensor barrier box
• Basic cable kit
• Quick rig-up kits
• Laptop PC
• VIP Workstation
For CENELEC certification requirements, a sensor barrier box (Figure 2-6) is required to ensure
safe energy levels of all power supplied to sensors by the barrierless DAQ. The box contains up to
16 barriers that can be used for pit level and flow sensors and up to 3 barriers that can be used for
pump stroke sensors.
The MUDWATCH basic cable kit (P/N 220452-005) consists of the following:
• Cable - one 260-foot, 12-conductor 18-gauge shielded cable for con-
necting the DAQ, display barrier box and display panel
• Cable - one 70-foot, 3-conductor 18-gauge cable for supplying ac
power to the DAQ and for connecting the alarm horn to the display
panel
• Grounding assemblies - two 5-foot #8 AWG cables with clamps for
grounding the DAQ and display barrier box
Two MUDWATCH rig-up kits are available for expediting rig-up/rig-down. The contents of each kit
are described below.
Quick rig-up kit (P/N 220452-006) is used instead of the basic cable kit. The kit consists of the
following components:
• Cable assembly - a 250-foot, 12-conductor, 18-gauge shielded cable
with 16-socket plug for connecting the display barrier box and display
panel
• Cable assembly - a 5-foot, 12-conductor, 18-gauge shielded cable
with 16-pin receptacle for connecting the display barrier box and dis-
play panel
• Grounding assemblies - two 5-foot #8 AWG cables with clamps for
grounding the DAQ and display barrier box
• Cable - a 10-foot, 12-conductor, 18-gauge shielded cable for connect-
ing the DAQ and display barrier box
• Cable - a 70-foot, 3-conductor, 18-gauge cable for supplying ac
power to the DAQ and for connecting the alarm horn to the display
panel
• Quick disconnects - a 16-socket in-line plug and 16-pin in-line
receptacle that can be inserted into the cable assembly connecting
the display barrier box and display panel
Quick rig-up kit P/N 220452-004 can be used to marshall the many sensor cables into one multi-
core cable to the DAQ. Two or three of these kits are often used in a typical MUDWATCH system.
Each kit contains the following:
• Junction box - a pre-wired junction box with eight input connectors,
wired to a 36-pin terminal block and a 37-pin output receptacle
(Figure 2-7)
• Cable assembly - connects the junction box to the DAQ; a 250-foot
12-pair shielded cable with 37-socket receptacle which connects to
the junction box for easy rig-up/rig-down
• Quick-disconnects - a 37-socket in-line plug and 37-pin in-line
receptacle that can be inserted into the cable assembly to speed rig-
up/rig-down
M / D TO TC O
I N S TR U ME N TA TI ON
2-4-4 Laptop PC
A laptop PC is used to calibrate MUDWATCH sensor channels and modify the MUDWATCH
system configuration using configuration and calibration software (Chapter 4). It connects to
the DAQ via the nine-pin CAL/CONFIG cable assembly supplied with all MUDWATCH systems
(Figure 2-1).
The VIP Workstation is used to run VIP (Visulogger Interface Program). It consists of an IBM-com-
patible personal computer, color monitor and printer/plotter.
2-5 SENSORS
Pit level sensors are used to measure the volume in surface mud tanks so that volume increases
or decreases can be detected. They are powered by +5 VDC from the DAQ and output a voltage
signal that is proportional to the mud level in the tank. The DAQ uses this signal to calculate indi-
vidual tank volume, total volume and gain/loss for all active mud tanks and trip tanks.
Two types of pit level sensors are available. They are described in the following paragraphs.
These pit level sensors (Figure 2-8) are used in MUDWATCH systems containing a DAQ with inter-
nal barriers.
A tubular stainless steel probe containing a staggered series of switches that make up a voltage
divider is mounted vertically in the tank and is connected to the DAQ. A float attached to the probe
moves with the mud level. Magnets in the float cause the switches to close. Thus, as mud level var-
ies, a voltage proportional to the mud level is supplied to the DAQ.
These pit level sensors (Figure 2-9) are used in MUDWATCH systems containing an external sen-
sor barrier box.
A tubular stainless steel probe containing a slider is mounted vertically in a bracket attached to the
tank bottom. The slider is connected to the drive gear of a potentiometer, located in a housing at
the top of the probe. A float attached to the probe moves with the mud level, and a magnet inside
the float attracts the slider. Thus, as mud level varies, the slider moves, and the potentiometer out-
put varies proportionally.
Mud flow sensors are used to measure the amount of mud exiting the well bore so that gas kicks,
invasion of formation fluid or loss of circulation can be detected. They are powered by dc voltage
from the DAQ and output a voltage signal proportional to the amount of mud exiting. The DAQ
uses the mud flow sensor signal to calculate% return flow.
A flow sensor mounts on the return flow pipe between the well head and mud pits, with a paddle
extending through a cut-out in the pipe. As mud flows through the pipe, the paddle is deflected.
The angle of deflection is proportional to the volume of mud flowing and the rate of flow. The sen-
sor outputs a signal proportional to the paddle deflection.
Two flow sensors are available for use with MUDWATCH. They are described in the following
paragraphs.
This sensor (Figure 2-10) is approved for use in all MUDWATCH systems. The paddle on this sen-
sor drives a potentiometer, which outputs a dc analog signal proportional to the angle of deflection
of the paddle.
This sensor (Figure 2-11) is approved for use in MUDWATCH systems containing a DAQ with inter-
nal safety barriers. The sensor contains an electric transmitter whose output signal is proportional
to the angle of deflection of the paddle.
Pump stroke sensors are used to detect individual strokes of the mud pump. The MUDWATCH
pump stroke sensor (Figure 2-12) is powered by +10 VDC from the DAQ and is designed to be
mounted through the mud pump inspection plate. It is metal-sensitive and produces a signal pulse
whenever a metal plate (i.e., pump crosshead or collar) passes within 10 mm of the sensor head.
Each pulse typically represents one pump stroke. The DAQ uses these signal pulses to calculate
strokes per minute and total strokes for each pump, as well as for all pumps collectively.
Specifications for MUDWATCH system components are listed in Table 2-1. For certification infor-
mation not listed, contact M/D TOTCO Engineering.
NOTE
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
TABLE 2
Table 2-1. MUD WATCH Specifications
Parameter Requirements/Limits
Electrical:
DAQ
Primary Power 85 to 265 Vac Universal input
Frequency 47 to 63 Hz, single phase, < 5% THD
Current 2.0 amperes, typical at 120 Vac
Primary Power Fuse Time-delay fuse, FLM, 250 Vac, 3 amp
DC Power (Internal) Two fused supplies: +5, +/- 15 VDC 40 Watt and +28 VDC 50
Watt
Output +14VDC (nominal) to power display panel
+24VDC (nominal) to operate alarms, display panel backlighting
Display Panel
Primary Power +8 VDC (nominal)
Current 50 mA, typical
Backlighting Power +12 VDC (nominal)
Current 140 mA, typical
Alarm Horn Power +12 VDC (nominal)
Display Barrier Box
Display Panel Power +14 VDC Input, +8 VDC Output (nominal)
Display Panel Backlighting +24 VDC Input, +12 VDC Output (nominal)
Alarm Horn +24 VDC Input, +12 VDC Output (nominal)
Alarm Horn
Primary Power +12 VDC input (nominal)
Current 36 mA maximum
Sensor Barrier Box
Pit Level Sensor Power +5 VDC Input, +4 VDC Output
Mud Flow Sensor Power +5 VDC Input, +4 VDC Output
Pump Stroke Sensor Power +12 VDC Input, +8 VDC Output (from power barrier output)
Parameter Requirements/Limits
Environmental:
DAQ
Operating Temperature -20oC to +60oC (-4oF to +140oF)
Storage Temperature -30oC to +85oC (-22oF to +185oF)
Internal Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing
Display Panel
Operating Temperature -20oC to +65oC (-4oF to +149oF)
Storage Temperature -30oC to +70oC (-22oF to +158oF)
Internal Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing
Display Barrier Box:
Operating Temperature -20oC to +60oC (-4oF to +140oF)
Storage Temperature -40oC to +80oC (-40oF to +176oF)
Internal Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing
Alarm Horn
Operating Temperature -25oC to +40oC (-13oF to +104oF)
Storage Temperature -40oC to +70oC (-40oF to +158oF)
Internal Humidity 95% maximum at 40oC (104oF)
Sensor Barrier Box:
Operating Temperature -20oC to +60oC (-4oF to +140oF)
Storage Temperature -40oC to +80oC (-40oF to +176oF)
Internal Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing
(Continued)
Parameter Requirements/Limits
Mechanical:
DAQ
Enclosure Stainless steel, NEMA 4X (IP 65)
Dimensions - inches (mm) 21.5 L x 19.0 W x 8.5 D (546 mm x 482 mm x 216 mm)
Mounting Hole Separations 19.5 L x 13.8 W (495 mm x 351 mm)
Mounting Hole Diameter 0.40 (10.2 mm) diameter
Door Clearance Area 21.5 L x 28 D (546 mm x 711 mm) @ 90 o arc
Weight 57 lb (126 kg)
Display Panel
Enclosure Stainless steel, NEMA 4X (IP 56)
Dimensions - inches (mm) 18.14 L x 24.52 W x 5.20 D (460.7 mm x 622.8 mm x 132.0 mm)
Mounting Hole Separations 19.40 L x 15.02 W (492.8 mm x 381.5 mm)
Mounting Hole Diameter 0.44 (11.2 mm)
Weight 47 lb (21.3 kg)
Display Barrier Box
Enclosure Sheet steel, zinc-sprayed and painted, NEMA 4 (IP67)
Dimensions - inches (mm) 9.38 L x 6.00 W x 5.70 D (238.2 mm x 152.4 mm x 145.0 mm)
Mounting Hole Separations 5.90 L x 7.00 W (149.9 mm x 177.8 mm)
Mounting Hole Diameter 0.39 (10.0 mm)
Weight 13 lb (5.9 kg)
Alarm Horn
Enclosure Molded ABS, NEMA 4 (IP55)
Dimensions - inches (mm) 5.27 L x 5.27 W x 5.04 H (133.9 mm x 133.9 mm x 128.0 mm)
Mounting Hole Separations 6.02 (153 mm)
Mounting Hole Diameter 0.31 (8 mm)
Weight 1.5 lb (0.7 kg)
Parameter Requirements/Limits
Sensor Barrier Box
Enclosure Sheet steel, zinc-sprayed and painted, NEMA 4 (IP67)
Dimensions - inches (mm) 18.50 L x 15.00 W x 5.68 H (469.9 mm x 381.0 mm x 144.3 mm)
Mounting Hole Separations 12.00 L x 16.00 W (305.0 mm x 407.0 mm)
Mounting Hole Diameter 0.39 (10.0 mm)
Weight 33 lb (15 kg)
Junction Box
Enclosure Stainless steel, NEMA 4X (IP66)
Dimensions - inches (mm) 12.00 L x 10.30 W x 6.15 H (304.8 mm x 261.6 mm x 156.2 mm)
Mounting Hole Separations 12.75 L x 8.00 W (323.8 mm x 203.2 mm)
Mounting Hole Diameter 0.31 (7.8 mm)
Weight 12 lb (5.4 kg)
Suitable for Area:
DAQ NEC Class 1 Div 2, IEC Zone 2
MUDWATCH Display Panel CENELEC Zone 0, 1, 2
Display Barrier Box Non-hazardous
Alarm Horn CENELEC Zone 0, 1, 2
Sensor Barrier Box Non-hazardous
Junction Box Hazardous area
Pit Level Sensor NEC Class 1 Div 1, IEC Zone 0, 1, 2
(P/N 272819-series)
Pit Level Sensor NEC Class 1 Div 1, IEC Zone 0, 1, 2, CENELEC Zone 0, 1, 2
(P/N H10924A-series)
Mud Flow Sensor NEC Class 1 Div 1, IEC Zone 0, 1, 2
(P/N 270700-116)
Mud Flow Sensor NEC Class 1 Div 1, IEC Zone 0, 1, 2
(P/N MFTX4A-5)
Pump Stroke Sensor NEC Class 1 Div 1, IEC Zone 0, 1, 2, CENELEC Zone 0, 1, 2
Figure 3-1 shows location requirements for MUDWATCH main components, optional components
and sensors.
WARNING
TABLE3
FIGURE 3
Mount the DAQ in a non-hazardous area, using four 3/8-16 UNC (or M8) mounting bolts
(Figure 3-2). The DAQ can be bolted directly to a rigid structure or bolted to mounting brackets and
then clamped securely to a rigid structure. Allow a clearance of approximately 30 inches
(762 mm) in front and on the hinged side so that the door and case can swing fully open. Allow
adequate clearance below the DAQ for service loops which allow opening of the case to access
the rear compartment.
NOTE
Grounding requirements may vary. Consult local electrical codes for
specific requirements.
CAUTION
All earth ground connections must be made in non-hazardous areas.
Ensure that all connecting surfaces are bare metal and completely free of
grease, paint or oxidation. Do not solder earth ground connections.
For onshore installation, drive grounding rod into ground, leaving just
enough of rod exposed for attachment of cable assembly ground clamp.
Then make secure compression connection between grounding rod and
1/2-inch ground clamp.
To connect the ac power cable to the DAQ, follow the steps below.
CAUTION
Ensure ground wire is properly installed before connecting ac power cable
2. Ensure that DAQ ON/OFF switch is set to OFF position; then remove power
supply cover as shown in Figure 3-3.
NOTE
No changes are needed in the DAQ when wiring either 120V/60Hz or 220V/
50Hz as the main power source.
3. Route end of 3-conductor ac power cable with ring terminals through DAQ cable
gland (Figure 3-4).
4. Observe wire color coding and connect terminals to terminal block as follows: line
to black, neutral to white, and ground to ground lug.
5. Tighten cable gland nut to secure cable; then replace power supply cover.
7. Roll and tie excess cable away from rig traffic and working space.
Consider the following when selecting a rig floor mounting location for the display panel:
• Panel data displays must be clearly visible to the operator.
• The operator must be able to use the panel keypad during normal rig operations.
• The panel must not hinder normal rig floor activities.
• The panel location must permit proper routing of all cables.
• There must be adequate clearance below the panel for connecting cables.
• There must be adequate clearance in front of the panel to allow removal of the
cover for maintenance.
Mount the panel using four 3/8-16 (or M8) mounting bolts (Figure 3-5). The panel can be bolted
directly to a rigid structure or to mounting brackets and then clamped securely to a rigid structure.
OP TION K E Y BO A R D EN T R Y
9 9- S E T TI ME
0
R E T U RN F L O W G AI N/ L OS S KE Y BOA RD
COUNTE R A 6 4 - S ET
A CT IV E TA NK S
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 3
18.14
19.40 L IG H T - S E L E C T E D
C O U NT E R B 2- S E T Z E R O
ST RO KE S
COUNTE R B
7 8 9 10
T O T A L A C T IV E V O L U M E
11 12 4
7
5
8
6
9
(460.7 mm)
(492.8 mm) S T RO K E S
0
CL R 0 ENT
B AR R EL S
8 20 8 21 A
SPM S P M B A RR E L S
TOTAL RATE PU MP 3 RA T E
T A N K T A NK V O L
8 2 08 2 1 A
0
0.87
4.75 (22.1 mm) 5.20
(120.6 mm) (132.0 mm)
15.02
(381.5 mm)
24.52
(622.8 mm)
Mount the display barrier box in a non-hazardous area, using four 1/4-20 (or M6) mounting bolts
(Figure 3-6). The barrier box can be bolted directly to a rigid structure or bolted to mounting brack-
ets and then clamped securely to a rigid structure. Allow ample clearance above and below box for
cable connections and in front of box for door to swing fully open.
M/D TOTCO
INSTRUMENTATION
5.90
(149.9 mm)
9.38
(238.2 mm)
0.50
(12.7 mm)
6.00 5.70
(152.4 mm) (145.0 mm)
7.00
(177.8 mm)
To ground the display barrier box, you will need the following:
• Grounding cable assembly or equivalent
• For onshore installation only: 1) copper-clad grounding rod that is 8
feet long and 1/2-inch in diameter, and 2) 1/2-inch copper-clad ground
clamp
NOTE
Grounding requirements may vary. Consult local electrical codes for
specific requirements.
CAUTION
All earth ground connections must be made in non-hazardous areas.
Ensure that all connecting surfaces are bare metal and completely free of
grease, paint or oxidation. Do not solder earth ground connections.
Follow the steps below to earth ground the display barrier box.
1. Connect one end of grounding cable assembly, or equivalent, to display barrier
box ground lug (Figure 3-7).
For onshore installation, drive grounding rod into ground, leaving just
enough of rod exposed for attachment of cable assembly ground clamp.
Then make secure compression connection between grounding rod and
1/2-inch ground clamp.
The alarm horn must be mounted within 20 feet of the display panel and must be easily heard by
the operator and rig floor personnel during normal rig operations. Mount the alarm horn using two
1/4-20 UNC (or M6) mounting bolts (Figure 3-8). The horn may be bolted directly to a rigid struc-
ture or bolted to mounting brackets and then clamped securely to a rigid structure.
The tone-selection DIP switch and volume control knob are identified in Figure 3-8. The recom-
mended tone is a “fast whoop”, but any other may be used (Table 3-1). The maximum volume is
101 dB(A).
6.02
(152.9 mm)
5.27
M /D TO TCO
I NS TRUM E NTATI O N
(133.9 mm)
5.04
5.27 (128.0 mm)
(133.9 mm)
VOLUME CONTROL
TONE SELECTION
DIP SWITCH
3-7 CONNECT THE DAQ, DISPLAY BARRIER BOX, DISPLAY PANEL & ALARM HORN
Refer to Figure 3-9 & Figure 3-10 and use the cable assemblies listed below to connect the DAQ,
display barrier box, display panel and alarm horn.
• 12-conductor, 18 gauge shielded cable to connect the DAQ to the dis-
play barrier box
• 12-conductor, 18 gauge shielded cable or cable assemblies to con-
nect the display barrier box to the display panel
• 3-conductor, 18 gauge cable to connect the alarm horn to the display
panel
14
TB3
SCREW CLAMP
PLUG-IN
CONNECTORS
EXANE JACKET
AND SHIELD
STRIPPED OFF
Figure 3-10. View of Internal DAQ Wiring: 12 conductor cable to SIF PCB
Install the sensor barrier box in a non-hazardous location using four 3/8-16 UNC (or M8) mounting
bolts (Figure 3-11). The barrier box can be bolted directly to a rigid structure or bolted to mounting
brackets and then clamped securely to a rigid structure. Allow adequate clearance above and
below box for cable connections. Allow adequate clearance in front of box for door to swing fully
open.
Ground the barrier box according to the procedure in Paragraph 3-5-2 before connecting the box to
sensors and to the DAQ. Instructions for connecting sensors through the sensor barrier box to the
DAQ are described in the installation procedure for each sensor in this chapter.
18.50
(469.9 mm) M/D TO TC O
I N S T R U ME N T A T I O N
12.00
0.39 (10.0 mm)
(304.8 mm)
5.68
(144.3 mm)
0.50
(12.7 mm) 15.00
(381.0 mm)
16.00
(406.4 mm)
Install the junction box using four 1/4-20 UNC (or M6) mounting bolts (Figure 3-12). The junction
box can be bolted directly to a rigid structure or bolted to mounting brackets and then clamped
securely to a rigid structure. Allow ample clearance on the sides and bottom for cables.
The junction box is pre-wired. This internal wiring is illustrated in Figure 3-13.
10.30
(261.6 mm)
12.75
(323.8 mm)
M / D T O TC O
IN ST RU MEN TA TI ON
12.00
(304.8 mm)
6.15
(156.2 mm)
J2 J1
J111 J103
C RED 23 5 RED C
D GRA 24 6 GRA D
A BLK 25 7 BLK A
B WHT 26 8 WHT B
27 9
J113 J105
A BLK 28 1 0 BLK A
B WHT 29 1 1 WHT B
D GRA 30 1 2 GRA D
C RED 31 1 3 RED C
J115 J107
C RED 32 W H T /B L K /R E D 14 RED C
D GRA 33 15 GRA D
O R N /G R N
B L U /W H T
W H T /R E D
BLK 34 16 BLK
B L U /R E D
A A
B WHT 35 17 WHT B
R E D /W H T
B L K /W H T
O R N /B L K
R E D /B L K
36 18
W HT
BLU
GRN
R E D /B L K /W H T
B L K /W H T /R E D
R E D /G R N
O R N /R E D
G R N /W H T
B L K /R E D
G R N /B L K
W H T /B L K
B L U /B L K
RED
ORN
BLK
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
GRA
36 34 32 30 28 26 24 22 20 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18
J1
35 33 31 29 27 25 23 21 19 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17
The VIP Workstation is pre-configured for MUDWATCH and automatically initializes VIP upon
power-up. Follow the steps below and refer to Figure 3-14 to install a VIP Workstation. This
procedure assumes that the keyboard and monitor are already connected according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Connect 75 ohm BNC tee fitting to BNC connector on DAQ base
(Figure 3-14) - OPTIONAL.
2. Connect RG59/U coaxial cable assembly (or equivalent) to BNC tee and to T-POT
modem.
4. Plug T-POT modem 9-pin connector into DCM communications board installed in
PC.
All MUDWATCH sensors supply input to the DAQ. In systems using a DAQ with internal safety
barriers, sensor cables can be routed through a junction box (optional) and then connected to the
DAQ field termination board. In systems using a barrierless DAQ, sensor cables can be routed
through a junction box (optional), then through a sensor barrier box (required) and connected to
the field termination board. Tables 4-4 and 4-5 list the default analog and digital connectors for
each sensor.
CAUTION
Be sure to connect each sensor to its default connector. Otherwise, the
MUDWATCH configuration must be modified to identify the connectors
used.
All sensor cables are connected to the DAQ field termination board. The main features of this
board are summarized below and identified in Figure 3-15. To connect sensor cables, use DAQ
sensor cable screwdriver mounted in the DAQ to open the connector slot; then insert the wire.
Procedures for installing MUDWATCH pit level sensors are presented in the following paragraphs.
1. Refer to Table 3-2 to ensure pit level sensor is correct length for tank.
NOTE
Probe length does not equal the maximum measurable tank depth.
2. If float is not already installed, loosen set screws in retaining collar, remove collar
from end of probe and slide float on. Replace retaining collar, as follows: if 8-inch
spherical float is used (Figure 3-16), align top of collar with lowermost line etched
on probe; if 20-inch disk float is used, align top of collar with upper etched line.
3. Identify area of least turbulence in tank. Attach mounting clamp to tank edge or on
cross-member over tank.
WARNING
Pit level probe must not contact mud pit agitator. Severe equipment
damage could result.
5. Place probe assembly in area of least turbulence in tank and, with probe vertical,
move probe assembly in circular pattern to ensure float movement will not be
hampered as mud level changes.
6. Place probe in clamp and tighten clamp bolts, keeping probe vertical.
7. Remove sensor cover; run sensor cable through strain relief connector.
8. Refer to Figures 3-15, 3-16 and 3-17 to connect sensor cable to sensor and to
DAQ. Replace cover. Ensure cable is not in walkways, wet areas or close proxim-
ity to power cables.
Table 3-2. Measurable Tank Depths: Pit Level Sensors P/N 272819-series
Figure 3-17. Pit Level Sensor Wiring (P/N 272819-2XX) DAQ with Barriers Only
1. Refer to Table 3-3 to ensure pit level sensor is correct length for tank.
NOTE
Probe length does not equal the maximum measurable tank depth
3. Identify area of least turbulence in tank. Position bracket on tank bottom so that
probe is vertical when seated in bracket; ensure float movement will not be ham-
pered as mud level changes. Secure bracket in place on tank bottom by welding
or bolting.
WARNING
Pit level probe must not contact mud pit agitator. Sever equipment damage
could result.
5. Place probe assembly in bracket on tank bottom. Adjust extension bracket over
tank so that probe is vertical.
6. Place probe in clamp and tighten clamp bolts, keeping probe vertical.
7. Remove sensor cover (Figure 3-18) and run sensor cable through strain relief
connector.
8. Refer to Figures 3-15 and 3-19 to connect sensor cable to sensor and to DAQ.
Replace cover. Ensure cable is not in walkways, wet areas or close proximity to
power cables.
Table 3-3. Measurable Tank Depths: Pit Level Sensors P/N H10924A-series
Sensor Part Number Probe Length (feet) Maximum Measurable Tank Depth
Procedures for installing MUDWATCH flow sensors are presented in the following paragraphs.
Follow the steps below to adjust and install this mud flow sensor.
1. Remove transmitter top cover (Figure 3-20). Disconnect and remove signal cable.
• 1.4 - 1.5 K ohms across terminals 1 and 2 with sensor paddle in posi-
tion "A" and
• 3.5 - 4.5 K ohms across terminals 1 and 2 with sensor paddle in posi-
tion "B"
3. If resistance from position “A” to “B” is out of tolerance, loosen bell crank set screw
and connect digital resistance meter to terminals 1 and 2. With sensor paddle in
position “A”, adjust drive shaft for reading of 1.4 - 1.5 K ohms across terminals 1
and 2 and tighten set screw.
4. Raise paddle from position “A” to position “B”; if reading decreases, swap posi-
tions of wires connected to terminals 1 and 3. Then raise paddle from position “A”
to “B” and ensure that reading increases to 3.5 - 4.5 K ohms.
5. Ensure that mud pumps are shut down. Then proceed to Step 6.
6. Select a location on the flow line for installing the mud flow sensor. This location
must meet the following criteria:
NOTE
If a base is mounted to the flow line from a previous rig-up and meets the
above requirements, use it. Otherwise, proceed to Step 7.
WARNING
7. Cut a 7.5 x 4.00 (190.5 mm x 101.6 mm) hole lengthwise in the flow line (Figure 3-
21) and weld sensor base squarely onto flow line.
9. Measure from top of flow flange to bottom of flow line to determine where on sen-
sor to mount paddle; attach using furnished screws. Ensure locking nuts for
screws are on downstream side of paddle. Place paddle through hole in pipe, with
concave side facing upstream.
10. Ensure that when no mud is flowing and paddle is in down position, there is a
0.25 - 0.75-inch gap (6.3 - 19 mm) between paddle and base of pipe and there is
no blockage (cement/cuttings) when sensor is mounted in its base. Bolt sensor
squarely to base.
11. Position counterweights along counterweight shaft so that paddle returns to posi-
tion “A” with no mud flow. Rotate counterweight support several times to ensure
mechanism moves freely and returns to position “A”.
12. Remove transmitter cover and refer to Figures 3-15, 3-20, and 3-22 to connect
sensor cable to sensor and to DAQ. Replace cover. Ensure cable is not in walk-
ways, wet areas or near power cables.
Figure 3-22. Flow Sensor Wiring: P/N 270700-116 (DAQ with Internal Barriers)
Follow the steps below to install and calibrate this mud flow sensor.
1. Select a location on the flow line for installing the mud flow sensor. This location
must meet the following criteria:
NOTE
If a base mounted to the flow line from a previous rig-up meets the above
requirements, it can be used. Otherwise, proceed to Step 2.
WARNING
2. Cut a 9.25" x 2.50" (235 mm x 63.5 mm) hole lengthwise in return flow line
(Figure 3-23) and weld sensor base squarely onto flow line. Be sure base is
oriented so that end containing three holes is upstream from other end.
4. Measure from top of flow flange to bottom of flow line to determine where on sen-
sor to mount paddle; then attach using furnished screws. Ensure locking nuts for
screws are on downstream side of paddle arm. Place paddle through hole in pipe,
with concave side facing upstream.
5. Ensure that when no mud is flowing and paddle is in down position, there is a
0.25 - 0.75-inch gap (6.3 - 19 mm) between paddle and base of pipe and there is
no blockage (cement/cuttings) when sensor is mounted in its base; adjust paddle
using holes in paddle arm, if necessary.
6. Ensure base has sufficiently cooled from welding; then position neoprene gasket
on face of base.
7. Rotate flow sensor approximately 90o to place paddle through opening; then
rotate it back to align body with base and bolt to base.
8. Remove potentiometer housing cover (Figure 3-24). Set sensor zero point by
holding paddle in down position. Loosen two screws and slide potentiometer
assembly until 150-250 ohms is present between terminals 1 and 2 on TB1.
Tighten screws.
9. Connect sensor cable to TB1 and then either directly to DAQ (Figures 3-15 and
3-25) or through sensor barrier box to DAQ (Figure 3-26). Replace cover. Ensure
cable is not in walkways, wet areas or near power cables.
Figure 3-25. Mud Flow Sensor MFTX4A-5 Wiring to DAQ with Internal Barriers
The pump stroke sensor assembly is designed to be mounted in the crosshead inspection plate of
the mud pump. Sensor mounting dimensions are shown in Figure 3-27. Follow the steps below to
install this sensor.
1. Remove crosshead inspection plate and gasket, if possible, from mud pump hous-
ing.
CAUTION
Be careful not damage crosshead inspection plate gasket.
5. Drill a 7/8-inch (22.2 mm) mounting hole in inspection plate, locating hole so that
sensor will be in best position for detecting pump strokes.
NOTE
A pilot hole approximately 3/8-inch (10 mm) provides accuracy for larger
drill.
8. Screw threaded pipe through bulkhead union until enough pipe extends through to
connect adapter and sensor.
9. Thread sensor cable through pipe and out terminal housing; then connect adapter
to pipe.
10. Ensure sensor head is within 3/8-inch (10 mm) of crosshead. Adjust sensor by
loosening locknut and turning threaded pipe as follows: each 1-1/8 turn of the pipe
moves the sensor 1/16-inch (1.6 mm).
11. Connect sensor cable to sensor terminal strip and either directly to DAQ (Figures
3-15 and 3-30) or through sensor barrier box to DAQ (Figure 3-31). Ensure cable
is not in walkways, wet areas or close proximity to power cables.
Figure 3-30. Pump Stroke Sensor Wiring to DAQ with Internal Barriers
12. Use a voltmeter to ensure that sensor pulses when crosshead completes one full
stroke. Supply power to sensor and connect meter to sensor as shown in Figure
3-32.
13. When no metal is within sensing range (i.e., further than 3/8-inch, or 10 mm, from
sensor head), meter should read < 3.4 VDC.
14. Bump the pump with the switch or mechanically operate the pump until the sensor
senses the crosshead; meter should read > 7.5 VDC.
15. If the required voltage is not observed, or if sensor does not respond to metal,
remove signal cable, loosen locknut and turn threaded pipe until sensor responds
as required. This procedure may have to be repeated several times until sensor is
correctly positioned.
The DAQ can be used to drive other instruments, such as chart recorders or meters, via the field
termination board digital connectors (Figure 3-15). This output can be in the form of a 10 VDC
alarm signal or it can operate an analog device with a 0-10 VDC pulse-width modulated level. Fig-
ure 3-33 shows typical digital output wiring.
NOTE
Each digital connector can be used for input or output, but not both.
2. Ensure ac power cord is plugged in to ac source and source is energized; then set
power ON/OFF switch to ON position (Figure 3-4).
3. Ensure that main processor LED and analog processor LED on DAQ digital board
are blinking (Figure 6-4).
• The red LED’s D1 and D2 on the SIF PCB should flash continously.
• Data should be displayed on MUDWATCH display panel
5. Close DAQ rear door.
6. If a VIP Workstation is present, turn on power to PC and to printer. Verify that data
displayed on workstation monitor is consistent with that on display panel.
Configuration and Calibration Software is used to load the MUDWATCH configuration, edit the
configuration (if necessary) and calibrate sensor inputs and digital output channels (if used). This
chapter contains the following:
• Description of standard MUDWATCH configuration channels
• Procedures for starting up the Configuration & Calibration software
and loading the MUDWATCH configuration
• Procedures for editing the MUDWATCH configuration
• Procedures for calibrating analog and digital sensor channels and outputs (if used)
• Procedures for saving the configuration/calibration to floppy
Figure 4-1 shows the recommended configuration and calibration procedure.
The standard MUDWATCH configuration contains 42 channels that either represent display fields
(i.e., the RETURN FLOW channel represents the RETURN FLOW field) or are used to calculate
display field values (i.e., MUD PIT 1 is used to calculate the value displayed in the TOTAL ACTIVE
VOLUME field). Each channel is assigned a logical channel number, which the software uses to
identify the channel.
Table 4-1 describes each MUDWATCH channel and Table 4-2 lists the default sensor type and
required configured channels for each. Table 4-3 lists default MUDWATCH outputs, which can be
used to drive other devices, such as chart recorders or meters. Tables 4-4 and 4-5 list calibration
defaults for standard MUDWATCH systems.
* If the display panel presents volume in cubic meters, the MUDWATCH configuration must be modified.
Refer to Paragraph 4-5 for instructions on modifying the configuration.
Channel Name DAQ Connector Output Type Low Scale High Scale
SPM1 J6D ANALOG (CHART) 0 300
SPM 2 J7D ANALOG (CHART) 0 300
SPM 3 J8D ANALOG (CHART) 0 300
TOTAL SPM J9D ANALOG (CHART) 0 300
GAIN/LOSS J10D ANALOG (CHART) -50 50
TOTAL VOLUME J11D ANALOG (CHART) 0 1000
RETURN FLOW J12D ANALOG (CHART) 0 100
TRIP VOLUME J13D ANALOG (CHART) 0 100
OPTION J14D ANALOG (CHART) 0 100
The Configuration & Calibration software is downloaded from floppy via a laptop PC connected to
the DAQ. Follow the steps below to connect the laptop PC to the DAQ and initialize the software.
1. Connect the calibration cable assembly between the laptop 9-pin serial port and
the DAQ connector labeled “CAL.CONFIG” (Figure 4-2).
2. Turn the laptop PC on. The current date and time are displayed, followed by the
C> prompt.
3. Insert the Configuration and Calibration software disk into the A: drive.
4. Change from drive C: to drive A: by typing A: and then pressing ENTER. The A>
prompt is displayed.
5. To initialize the software, type CALCONF and press ENTER. The floppy disk is
accessed and checked for configuration units (Figure 4-3), and the Configuration
and Calibration Main Menu is displayed (Figure 4-4).
The Configuration & Calibration floppy disk contains the MUDWATCH system configuration files.
These files provide a complete description of all system components, including sensors, algo-
rithms and numerical constants used by MUDWATCH software.
For standard MUDWATCH systems (i.e., those that contain only the channels listed in Table 4-1),
the system configuration files are named MUDWATCH. For non-standard MUDWATCH systems,
the files are assigned a unique name, typically related to the rig or customer.
Upon initial start-up, follow the steps below to load the configuration files from floppy.
1. Select FLOPPY: [LOAD ALL] from the Configuration and Calibration Main Menu
screen (Figure 4-4). A submenu listing the configuration file(s) is displayed
(Figure 4-5).
2. Highlight the name of the appropriate configuration and then press ENTER.
Downloading begins and a series of messages like those shown below is dis-
played.
4-5 CONFIGURATION
NOTE
The MUDWATCH configuration must be edited if it differs in any way from
the actual rig configuration. Erroneous data may result if the configuration
is not updated to reflect the rig configuration.
The following procedure summarizes how to edit the system configuration if the first or second
condition listed above exists. To configure the option channel or for a thorough explanation of how
to edit configurations, refer to Manual 60-40.
4. Select the name of the channel to edit. The Channel Configuration screen is dis-
played (Figure 4-8).
6. When all edits have been made, press the [Esc] key, or highlight QUIT and press
ENTER. The SYSTEM/DAQ CONFIGURATION screen is displayed. To edit
another channel, repeat Steps 4 and 5.
To exit Configuration mode, press the [Esc] key; the submenu is closed.
Press the [Esc] key again. The following message is displayed:
7. To send the changes to the DAQ and overwrite the previous DAQ configuration,
select SEND. The Main Menu screen is displayed when the new configuration has
been sent to the DAQ.
NOTE
If ABORT is selected, the configuration edits made in Step 5 are still stored
in the calibration laptop, even though they have not been sent to the DAQ.
4-6 CALIBRATION
In standard MUDWATCH systems, the following sensor channels require analog calibration:
• All active MUD PIT channels
• All active TRIP TANK channels
• The RETURN FLOW channel
• The OPTION channel, if a sensor is connected
The sensor channels listed below require digital calibration:
• All active SPM channels
• All active STROKES channels
The following paragraphs explain how to calculate pit volume and perform analog and digital cali-
bration.
Before calibrating the MUD PIT and TRIP TANK channels, follow the steps below to calculate the
volume of rectangular mud pits with constant cross-section.
1. Determine height of mud column that sensor can measure as follows:
CAUTION
If it is determined that pipes or other objects in the pit occupy a large enough
volume to significantly reduce the volume of mud that the pit can hold,
subtract the object(s) dimensions from the pit dimensions before calculating
pit volume. Erroneous MUD PIT and TOTAL VOLUME values may result
if objects of significant size are ignored
mud column height (ft.) x pit length (ft.) x pit width (ft.) x 0.178 = volume in barrels
or
mud column height (m) x pit length (m) x pit width (m)= volume in m3
The output from pit level and mud flow sensors is continuous and proportional to the quantity being
measured. Analog calibration defines the relationship between sensor output and data values in
engineering units. This is accomplished by specifying the four values listed below:
• Raw Minimum - the number of sensor counts when the sensor is at minimum output
• Value Minimum - the engineering units value corresponding to Raw Minimum
• Raw Maximum - the number of sensor counts when the sensor is at maximum output
• Value Maximum - the engineering units value corresponding to Raw Maximum
In the following procedure, Raw Minimum is determined first, then Value Minimum, then Raw Max-
imum, then Value Maximum. However, these values may be determined in any order.
Table 4-4 lists the default DAQ connector number and default Raw/Value Minimum and Raw/Value
Maximum values for each analog sensor channel. Refer to this table before beginning calibration.
MUDWATCH Defaults
Follow the steps below to calibrate the MUD PIT, TRIP TANK and RETURN FLOW sensor chan-
nels.
1. Ensure sensor wires are connected to the default MUDWATCH DAQ connectors;
if not, either reconnect the wires to agree with the defaults or modify the configura-
tion (Paragraph 4-5).
2. From the Configuration & Calibration Main Menu (Figure 4-4), select TOOLS:
[CALIBRATION] and press ENTER. The SYSTEM CALIBRATION SOFTWARE
screen (Figure 4-9) is displayed.
4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the channel name and press ENTER. The Chan-
nel Calibration screen is displayed (Figure 4-11), with default minimum and maxi-
mum values listed.
The current sensor reading in raw counts and in engineering units is pre-
sented on the line labeled CURRENT READING. The CALIBRATION MIN
and CALIBRATION MAX values are used to calculate the current sensor
reading in engineering units.
5. Set the sensor to minimum output. For pit level sensors, this is where the float
rests when the pit is empty. For the mud flow sensor, this is with no mud flowing
and the paddle down (position “A”, Figure 3-20).
6. With the sensor at minimum output, view the raw counts displayed next to CUR-
RENT READING. When the reading stabilizes, or you have a good estimate of
what the minimum raw counts should be, highlight RAW MIN and press ENTER.
The “Raw Minimum” Calibration screen is displayed (Figure 4-12).
The CURRENT RAW MINIMUM VALUE field lists either raw counts from
the previous calibration or the default minimum raw counts. The NEW
RAW MINIMUM VALUE field lists the sensor output, in raw counts, at the
time RAW MIN was selected.
8. Select VALUE MIN from the Channel Calibration screen and press ENTER. The
“Value Minimum” Calibration screen is displayed (Figure 4-13). The CURRENT
MINIMUM VALUE lists either the value minimum from the previous calibration or
the default value minimum. The NEW MINIMUM VALUE field lists the current
value sent from the DAQ, in engineering units, that corresponds with the
raw minimum.
To enter a different NEW MINIMUM VALUE, type in the new value and
then press ENTER.
The Channel Calibration screen is displayed and the specified Value Min-
imum is displayed on the CALIBRATION MIN line.
NOTE
Zero is the recommended Value Minimum for MUD PIT, TRIP TANK and
RETURN FLOW sensor channels.
10. Set the sensor to its maximum output. For pit level sensors, this is where the float
rests when the pit is full. For the mud flow sensor, this is when the paddle is up
90o from the down position, as illustrated by position “B” in Figure 3-20.
11. With the sensor at maximum output, view the raw counts displayed next to CUR-
RENT READING. When the reading stabilizes, or you have a good estimate of
what the maximum reading should be, highlight RAW MAX and press ENTER.
The “Raw Maximum” Calibration screen is displayed (Figure 4-14).
The CURRENT RAW MAXIMUM VALUE field lists either the maximum
raw counts from the previous calibration or the default maximum raw
counts. The NEW RAW MAXIMUM VALUE field lists the sensor output, in
raw counts, at the time RAW MAX was selected.
13. Select VALUE MAX from the Channel Calibration screen and press ENTER. The
“Value Maximum” Calibration screen is displayed (Figure 4-15).
The CURRENT MAXIMUM VALUE field lists either the value maximum
from the previous calibration or the default. The NEW MAXIMUM VALUE
field lists the current value sent from the DAQ (in engineering units) that
corresponds to the Raw Maximum.
To enter a NEW MAXIMUM VALUE, type in the new value and press ENTER.
The Channel Calibration screen is displayed and the specified Value Max-
imum is displayed on the CALIBRATION MAX line.
NOTE
For MUD PIT and TRIP TANK channels, Value Max should be the mud pit
volume calculated in Paragraph 4-6-1. For the RETURN FLOW channel,
Value Max should be 100%.
15. When the channel is calibrated, highlight QUIT and press ENTER. The SYSTEM
CALIBRATION SOFTWARE [CHANNELS] submenu is displayed (Figure 4-10).
16. Repeat Steps 4 through 15 to calibrate each analog sensor channel. Then pro-
ceed to either digital calibration (Paragraph 4-6-3) or exit calibration and save the
configuration/calibration to floppy (Paragraph 4-7).
All standard MUDWATCH digital channels measure pump strokes. For each channel, one digital
sensor output (pulse) represents one measured event (i.e., pump stroke). Table 4-5 lists the
default DAQ connector number and units for each MUDWATCH digital sensor channel. Refer to
this table before beginning calibration.
2. From the CALIBRATION [CHANNELS] submenu (Figure 4-10), select the channel
name and press ENTER. The Channel Calibration screen is displayed
(Figure 4-11).
On this screen, the CURRENT CALIBRATION RATE and the NEW CALI-
BRATION RATE fields list either:
• the default number of pulses per unit, which is "1", or
• the previous number of pulses per unit, if the channel was
previously calibrated
MUDWATCH Defaults
3. To accept the NEW CALIBRATION RATE, press ENTER and proceed to Step 4.
To enter a rate different from the NEW CALIBRATION RATE, type-in the
new value and press ENTER. Then proceed to Step 4.
If the NEW CALIBRATION RATE (pulses per unit) is unknown, follow
Steps a through d below.
a.Verify that the CURRENT CALIBRATION RATE is one pulse per
unit.
b.Run the monitored device at a known rate and record the channel
value displayed, in engineering units.
c.Divide the value displayed by the rate at which the device is running
to obtain the number of pulses per unit for the channel.
For example: If the device is running at a rate of 100 and the
channel value displayed is 200, then the NEW CALIBRATION
RATE is two pulses per unit.
d.Type-in the calculated value from Step c for NEW CALIBRATION
RATE and press ENTER.
4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to calibrate each digital sensor channel. Then proceed to
either analog calibration (Paragraph 4-6-2) or exit calibration and save the config-
uration/calibration to floppy (Paragraph 4-7).
Follow the steps below to save configuration and calibration data to floppy.
1. Select FLOPPY: [SAVE ALL] from the Configuration and Calibration Main Menu
screen (Figure 4-4). A message similar to the following is displayed, where MUD-
WATCH is the name of the configuration loaded from floppy:
2. Type in the new name (maximum of eight characters) to assign to the data file and
press ENTER. The rig name is the recommended file name.
NOTE
Always assign a new name to the modified data file.
3. When all data is copied to floppy, the Configuration and Calibration Main Menu
screen is redisplayed.
4. Highlight [QUIT] and press ENTER to exit the Configuration and Calibration soft-
ware.
The data display portion of the MUDWATCH display panel is shown in Figure 5-1. Data is pre-
sented in two ways:
• Numerically - Up to six digits can be displayed for each field.
• Graphically - Vertical bar graphs display data ranging from 0% to
125% of the user-specified high alarm limit. In the example below,
the user-specified high alarm limit is 200 and the high bar scale value
is 125% of 200, or 250.
FIGURE 4
TABLE 4
0 62-SET
RETURNS PERCENT LOSS
BARRELS C OD E
COUNT E R A
1-SET ZERO CO UNT E R A 10-PRESET 64-SET ACTIVE TANKS
1 1- P U M P 1 1 2 3 4 5 6
1 2 - P UM P 2
63-SET
1 3- P U M P 3 15-SET COUNTER
STROKES H IG H
LIGHT-SELECTED ALARM 7 8 9 10 11 12
COUNTER B
2-SET ZERO COUNT E R B 20-PRESET TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME
2 1 - P UM P 1
2 2 - P UM P 2
2 3- P U M P 3 0
STROKES 25-SET COUNTER BARRELS
LIGHT-SELECTED ALARM
4 3 - P UM P 3
0
LIGHT-SELECTED
SPM 46-SET HI SPM NO BARRELS TRIP
69-SELECT
47-SET LOW FLOW ALARM DISABLE
Active fields are those whose data values are used to calculate the value of a derived field. For
example, if MUD PIT 1, MUD PIT 2 and MUD PIT 3 are the only active mud pits, then the value dis-
played in the TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME field represents the volume in pits 1, 2 and 3 only, even if
additional mud pits are present.
The name of each display field is etched above the field and the engineering units of each field are
etched below. For example, BARRELS are the units for the TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME field.
Each display panel field has one or more associated function codes. A function code is a one- or
two-digit code entered by the user to perform a specific action affecting a specific field. Function
codes are used to:
• Zero field values
• Change field values
• Set high and low alarm limits
• Activate/deactivate fields
• Specify drill, trip-in or trip-out mode
• Set time and date
• Turn backlighting on/off
Function codes are etched on the display next to their associated field. Refer to Paragraph 5-3 for
instructions on entering function codes and to Paragraph 5-4 for descriptions of each code.
The display panel keypad is located to the right of the data display. It is shown in Figure 5-3 and
the keys are summarized in Table 5-1. The following paragraphs explain how to use the keypad to
execute function codes.
Key Function
0-9, (.) Press these keys to specify function codes, field values, alarm limits,
etc.
ENT Press this key after specifying field values, alarm limits, etc., to imple-
ment the values.
CLR Press this key to disregard a data entry or cancel a function code.
ALARM ACK Press this key to temporarily disable the alarm horn for a field in
alarm. Note that pressing this key does not prevent the alarm horn
from sounding if the field in alarm returns to normal and then later
exceeds its alarm limits, or if a different field goes into alarm.
Follow the steps below to change or view a field’s high/low alarm limits.
1. Key in the function code for the affected field. The following occurs:
If the current alarm limit is not satisfactory, key-in the new value. The
KEYBOARD ENTRY field displays the new value.
3. Press the ENT key. The following occurs:
The procedures for activating/deactivating PUMP STROKES, PUMP SPM and TANKS fields are
presented in the following paragraphs.
3. Press the ENT key to toggle the active status. The following occurs:
A dashed line located next to DRILL, TRIP IN or TRIP OUT in the MODE field indicates the current
mode. Follow the steps below to change the mode from drill, trip in or trip out.
1. Key in function code 66. The following occurs:
2. Press the ENT key. Backlighting is changed from on to off, or vice versa.
The following paragraphs describe each display panel field and its related indicators and function
codes. The fields are grouped by function, so that all fields related to tank volume are described
as one group, all those that relate to SPM are described as another group, and so on.
There are two KEYBOARD fields (Figure 5-4). The KEYBOARD CODE field displays the function
code entered by the operator. The KEYBOARD ENTRY field typically displays the following:
• Data regarding the status of the channel affected by the function
code, at the time the code was entered. This may be the channel
value, high or low alarm limit, tank number, etc.
• New values entered by the operator for the affected channel. This
may include new channel values, high or low alarm limits, etc.
• The current time
KEYBOARD ENTRY
61-SET
GAIN
6-SET KEYBOARD
ZERO
CODE
RETURN FLOW is used during drilling to monitor the rate of mud leaving the hole, in units of per-
cent of the flow line fill volume. Under normal drilling conditions, RETURN FLOW should remain
fairly constant.
RETURN FLOW is displayed numerically and graphically (Figure 5-5). The indicator field labeled
RETURNS lights up whenever the RETURN FLOW exceeds 3%.
Enter this code to specify the maximum allowed RETURN FLOW. This value will depend upon
whether the rig is in drill, trip in or trip out mode. If RETURN FLOW reaches this value, the
RETURN FLOW bar graph and numerical display flash and the alarm horn sounds. Refer to Para-
graph 5-3-3 to set the high limit.
Enter this code to specify the minimum allowed RETURN FLOW. This value will depend upon
whether the rig is in drill, trip in or trip out mode. If RETURN FLOW reaches this value, the
RETURN FLOW bar graph and numerical display flash and the alarm horn sounds, unless it is dis-
abled (Paragraph 5-4-7-3). Refer to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the low limit.
54-SET
HIGH
55-SET
LOW
RETURN FLOW
0
RETURNS PERCENT
COUNTER A
1-SET ZERO COUNTER A 10-PRESET
11-PUMP1
12-PUMP2
TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME/ACTIVE TANKS are used during drilling to monitor the total volume of
mud in active tanks. Under normal drilling conditions, the TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME should remain
fairly constant. TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME is also used to calculate GAIN/LOSS.
TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME is displayed numerically and graphically (Figure 5-6). Active tanks are
designated by a dash in the tank number field of the ACTIVE TANKS indicator.
Enter this function code to specify the maximum allowed TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME. If the TOTAL
ACTIVE VOLUME reaches this value, the bar graph and numerical display flash and the alarm
horn sounds. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the high limit.
Enter this function code to change the status of any mud tank from active to inactive, or vice versa.
When a tank is active, a dash is displayed in its numbered field on the ACTIVE TANKS display and
its volume is included in TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-4-2 for instructions on
changing the active status of mud tanks.
62-SET
LOSS
63-SET
HIGH
7 8 9 10 11 12
0
BARRELS
5-4-4 GAIN/LOSS
GAIN/LOSS is used during drilling to monitor increases or decreases in the total volume of all
active mud pits. Under normal drilling conditions, GAIN/LOSS should be close to zero. Increases
(gains) or decreases (losses) in total mud volume may indicate abnormal conditions. GAIN/LOSS
is displayed numerically and graphically (Figure 5-7).
Enter this code when steady drilling conditions are established. When this code is entered, the
total volume of mud in all active mud pits (TOTAL ACTIVE VOLUME) is recorded and GAIN/LOSS
is zeroed. As drilling continues, increases in mud volume are displayed as gains and decreases
are displayed as losses. Gains are always positive numbers; losses always negative. Refer to
Paragraph 5-3-1 to zero a field.
Enter this code to specify the maximum allowed increase in total mud volume (gain). If the total
mud volume reaches the gain value, the GAIN/LOSS bar graph and numerical display field flash
and the alarm horn sounds. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the gain.
Enter this code to specify the maximum allowed decrease in total mud volume (loss). If the total
mud volume reaches the loss value, the GAIN/LOSS bar graph and numerical display field flash
and the alarm horn sounds. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the loss.
KEYBOARD ENTRY
61-SET
GAIN
6-SET KEYBOARD
GAIN/LOSS ZERO
62-SET
LOSS
BARRELS CODE
63-SET
HIGH
The fields and function codes displayed in Figure 5-8 are described below.
The TRIP VOL field displays the total volume of all active trip tanks. A dash next to the tank num-
ber (1 or 2) in the TANK NO. field indicates that the tank is active. TRIP VOL is displayed numeri-
cally.
The TANK VOL field displays the volume in any one selected mud tank or trip tank. A dash in the
top half of the ACTIVE/TRIP TANK indicator field (Figure 5-8) indicates that TANK VOL represents
a mud tank volume; a dash in the bottom half of the field indicates that TANK VOL represents a trip
tank volume. The number of the tank whose volume is displayed is presented in the field labeled
TANK, to the left of TANK VOL. TANK VOL is displayed numerically and graphically.
5-4-5-3 MODE
The MODE indicator field identifies the current rig mode (i.e., DRILL, TRIP OUT or TRIP IN mode).
In DRILL mode, the pump stroke counters (COUNTERS A and B) count continuously. In either of
the TRIP modes, the pump stroke counters count only when the RETURN FLOW is less than 3%;
when 3% is reached, the counters stop counting (Paragraph 5-4-6). A dash next to the mode
name identifies the selected mode.
Enter this function code to change modes from DRILL to TRIP OUT to TRIP IN to DRILL. Refer to
Paragraph 5-3-5 to set modes.
Enter this function code to specify which trip tank volume(s) to include in TRIP VOL. Refer to Para-
graph 5-3-4-2 to select trip tanks.
Enter this function code to specify which active mud tank volume to display in the TANK VOL field.
When this code is entered, a dash is displayed in the upper half of the ACTIVE/TRIP indicator field
and the tank number is displayed in the TANK field. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-4-2 to select an active
mud tank.
Enter this function code to specify the trip tank volume to display in the TANK VOL field. When this
code is entered, a dash is displayed in the lower half of the ACTIVE/TRIP indicator field and the
tank number is displayed in the TANK field. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-4-2 to select a trip tank.
Enter this code to specify the maximum volume allowed in the mud tank or trip tank displayed in
the TANK VOL field. If the total mud volume reaches this value, the TANK VOL bar graph and
numerical display field flash and the alarm horn sounds. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the high
limit.
0
NO BARRELS TRIP
69-SELECT
COUNTER A and COUNTER B (Figure 5-8) are used during drilling to continuously monitor pump
strokes. The value displayed in the COUNTER A field represents the total number of strokes
made by the pump(s) designated as "active" in the COUNTER A indicator field. Likewise, the
value displayed for COUNTER B represents the total number of strokes made by the pump(s) des-
ignated as "active" in the COUNTER B indicator field.
During tripping, these counters are used to monitor the number of pump strokes required to fill all
or a part of the hole or to perform a particular task. They do this by counting strokes only while the
RETURN FLOW is less than 3% (i.e., the RETURNS indicator is on).
Enter these codes to zero the number of strokes counted by Counters A and B, respectively.
When either code is entered, the corresponding counter is zeroed and then starts counting. Refer
to Paragraph 5-3-1 to zero a field.
Enter these codes to specify a starting number of strokes for Counters A and B, respectively; sub-
sequent strokes will be added to this value. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-2 to preset (change) the field
value.
Enter these codes to specify the maximum number of strokes allowed for the pump(s) being moni-
tored by Counter A and Counter B, respectively. If the number of strokes reaches this value, the
COUNTER field flashes and the alarm horn sounds. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the alarm
value.
5-4-6-4 Function Codes 11, 12, 13, 21, 22, 23: PUMP 1, 2, 3
Enter codes 11, 12, or 13 to change the "active" status of pumps 1, 2, or 3 for COUNTER A. Like-
wise, enter codes 21, 22, or 23 to change the "active" status of pumps 1, 2, or 3 for COUNTER B.
The strokes of active pumps are included in the associated COUNTER field. For example, if
COUNTER B is currently counting strokes for pump 2 and function code 22 is entered, COUNTER
B will stop counting strokes for pump 2 and the PUMP 2 indicator field will darken. Refer to Para-
graph 5-3-4-1 to change the "active" status of pumps.
0
RETURNS PERCENT
COUNTER A
1-SET ZERO COUNTER A 10-PRESET
11-PUMP1
12-PUMP2
COUNTER B
2-SET ZERO COUNTER B 20-PRESET
21-PUMP1
22-PUMP2
The PUMP RATE fields (Figure 5-10) are used during drilling to monitor the rate of each mud
pump. The TOTAL RATE field is used during drilling to monitor the combined rate of all mud pumps
designated as "active" in the TOTAL RATE indicator field. Individual and total pump rates should
remain fairly constant during drilling.
Enter function code 44, 45 or 46 to set the maximum allowed pump rate for pumps 1, 2 and 3,
respectively. If the rate of any pump reaches this value, the corresponding PUMP RATE field
flashes and the alarm horn sounds. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the high limit.
Enter function code 41, 42, or 43 to change the "active" status of pumps 1, 2 or 3 for the TOTAL
RATE field. When a pump is active, its TOTAL RATE indicator light is on and its rate is included in
TOTAL RATE. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-4-1 to change the pump "active" status.
Use this function code to enter a TOTAL RATE value below which the RETURN FLOW low alarm is
disabled. This prevents the RETURN FLOW low alarm from sounding due to low or 0% RETURN
FLOW when the pumps are slowed or stopped. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the LOW FLOW
ALARM DISABLE pump rate.
41-PUMP1
TOTAL RATE PUMP 3 RATE
42-PUMP2
43-PUMP3
LIGHT-SELECTED 46-SET HI
SPM SPM
47-SET LOW FLOW ALARM DISABLE
5-4-8 OPTION
The OPTION field is used to monitor the output of a customer-supplied sensor. No units are spec-
ified for the OPTION field. The OPTION field is shown in Figure 5-11.
Enter this code to specify the minimum allowed value of the OPTION field parameter. If the mini-
mum value is reached, the OPTION numerical display flashes and the alarm horn sounds. Refer
to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the low limit.
Enter this code to specify the maximum allowed value of the OPTION field parameter. If the maxi-
mum value is reached, the OPTION numerical display flashes and the alarm horn sounds. Refer
to Paragraph 5-3-3 to set the high limit.
Enter this code to specify a starting value for the OPTION field; subsequent increases/decreases
will be added to/subtracted from this value. Refer to Paragraph 5-3-2 to preset (change) the field
value.
54-SET
HIGH
55-SET
LOW
RETURN FLOW
This chapter contains periodic inspection procedures for MUDWATCH devices and sensors, a
troubleshooting table and list of initialization codes for the MUDWATCH system. For parts lists and
illustrations depicting component locations, refer to Chapter 7 or to the related device manual.
Perform the following checks weekly. Always complete these checks before performing more
extensive repairs.
• Verify that primary power is supplied to all units and that it is the
power required by the unit (Table 2-1).
• Check for loose, crushed, frayed, cut or otherwise damaged cables.
• Check wiring connections for loose or broken leads.
• Ensure that all ground connections are secure and free of corrosion.
• Ensure all component mounting bolts are securely fastened.
• Verify that all components are properly interconnected and seated in
their mating connector or socket.
• Check all enclosures for moisture ingression; correct as needed.
Table 6-1 lists problems that might be observed in a MUDWATCH system. For each problem, the
table lists the probable cause(s) and corrective action(s), in order of most likely to least likely. The
paragraphs following Table 6-1 contain information needed to perform the corrective action(s).
TABLE 6
FIGURE 5
DAQ not functioning 1. No power to system 1. Check and correct ac power source.
Display panel blank, dim, 1. Defective DAQ power 1. Check power supply according to
or displays blinking 8’s supply. procedure in Paragraph 6-4-1..
Display panel displays 11. Display panel control- 11a.Check controller board SW1
dashes or bars (Con’t) ler board malfunction settings (Figure 6-3); correct if
needed.
Display panel values are 1. Incorrect TIM device 1. Check to see if TIM device I.D.
erratic or incorrect, or one I.D. designated by jumper JP3 of
field shows dashes. SIF(Figure 6-2) is same as that
assigned to SIF in DAQ configura-
tion software. Correct jumpers if
needed (see Table 6-2).
No backlighting on display 4. Faulty wiring between 4. Check wiring per Figure 3-9 and
panel DAQ and display panel correct if needed.
Follow the steps below to test both DAQ power supply outputs and associated wiring. Figure 6-1 is a schematic of
DAQ dc power distribution, including interfaces, connector pins, signal names and wire color coding.
1. Open DAQ and remove power supply cover (Figure 3-3).
2. Using digital voltmeter (DVM), measure voltages from power supply connectors to chassis ground as
follows:
Connector/Pins Volts DC
From (+) To (-)
P4-6 Gnd -15
P4-1 Gnd +15
P14-1 Gnd +28
P4-2 Gnd +5
3. If required voltages are not present, replace associated power supply. If required voltages are
present, measure voltages as follows:
Connector/Pins Volts DC
From (+) To (-)
P8-1 Gnd +5
P8-2 Gnd +15
P11-1 Gnd +28
P11-5 Gnd +15
P11-8 Gnd -15
Connector/Pins Volts DC
From (+) To (-)
P8-1 Gnd +5
P11-8 Gnd -15
5. If required voltages are not present, repair or replace wiring between power supply and associated
connector
The Spectrum I/F (SIF) board is shown in Figure 6-2. Jumper settings from MUDWATCH are listed
in Table 6-6.
1 X
2 X
3 X X
4 X
5 X X
6 X X
7 X X X
9600
31K X
42.8K X
125K X X
1-2 2-3
+12V X
+24V X
1-2 2-3
+10V X
+16V X
MUDWATCH
Jumper Default Jumper General Description
Setting
JP2 Installed between Used to select the T-Pot network baud rate
pins 15 and 16 for (default = 42.8K).
42.8K baud
JP4 Installed between Used to select the TIM processor baud rate
pins 1 and 2 for (default = 42.8K).
42.8k baud
JP5 Installed between Used to select relay power: 24V for IS sys-
pins 1 and 2 for 24V tems and 12V for non-IS systems
relay power.
JP6 Installed between Used to select display power: 16V for IS sys-
pins 2 and 3 for 16V tems and 10V for non-IS systems.
display power.
The controller board attached to each panel display board contains a DIP switch labeled SW1 (Fig-
ure 6-3). For each board, SW1 is used to set the controller board address so that the correct data
is displayed in the correct fields on that board. For controller board 1, which is connected to the
keypad, all SW1 positions should be open (up). For controller board 2, position 1 should be closed
(down) and all other positions open.
C LO S E D
OPEN
O P EN
O P EN
OPEN
O PE N
OPEN
OPEN
1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4
SW1
CONTROLLER SW1
BOARD 1
CONTROLLER
BOARD 2
FTB1
DISPLAY
BOARD 2
DISPLAY
BOARD 1
The DAQ digital board is shown in Figure 6-4. As shown, this board contains two DIP switches,
SW2 and SW3. Positions 5 and 6 of SW2 are used to specify the DAQ device I.D. For most MUD-
WATCH systems, which contain only one DAQ, positions 5 and 6 should both be set to ON. All
other SW2 positions should be set to ON during normal operation. SW3 is currently not used.
The DCM communications board is shown in Figure 6-5. This board contains three DIP switches,
which should be set as follows:
NOTE
Baud rate must be the same for all network devices.
During MUDWATCH system initialization, one of six initialization codes (INIT codes) may be dis-
played in the display panel KEYBOARD DATA field. These codes inform the operator of SIF initial-
ization conditions and are typically displayed for 2-5 seconds. Table 6-7 summarizes each INIT
code. The T-Pot communications LED is the red LED on the SIF PC board labeled D1.
CAUTION
If any INIT code is displayed for longer than ten seconds, reset the SIF
board by pressing push button switch S1.
NOTE
Always check for faulty wiring and power before replacing the SIF board.
This chapter contains an Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB) and recommended spare parts inven-
tory for MUDWATCH. The IPB consists of component illustrations and accompanying parts lists.
IPBs of the DAQ, pit level sensor P/N H10924A-series and both mud flow sensors are presented in
their respective manuals. Features of the IPB are described below.
7-2 ILLUSTRATIONS
On the illustrations, stand-alone parts and assemblies are assigned index numbers. If an assem-
bly is detailed in a separate figure, its index number is circled.
This column lists the figure and index number of each illustrated item.
This column lists the M/D TOTCO part number of each item.
7-3-3 Description
This column contains the name and description of each item. If an assembly may be disassem-
bled in the field, its component part descriptions are indented to the right one period ( . ) from its
description.
This column lists the number of items required for one next higher assembly (NHA).
This column is used only when the illustrated assembly has more than one configuration. Each
configuration is assigned a Use On Code (A, B, etc.) and, thereafter, only its constituent parts are
assigned the same Use On Code. For example, in the parts list for Figure 7-1, a MUDWATCH sys-
tem containing a DAQ with internal barriers is assigned a Use On Code of “A”, whereas a system
containing a barrierless DAQ is assigned a Use On Code of “B”. Thereafter, all MUDWATCH com-
ponents that are used only in systems containing a DAQ with internal barriers (for example, the
junction box) are assigned a Use On Code of "A"; components used only in systems containing a
barrierless DAQ (for example, the sensor barrier box) are assigned a Use On Code of "B"; and
components used in both systems are assigned a Use On Code of "A, B".
7-4 ABBREVIATIONS
MTG Mounting
6
4
21
11
15
14
16,17
5
8
12
13
20
12
2
1
9
11
18,19
10
22
6
7
5
26
22
8
13
27
9
19
1
20
4
17, 18
10
16
3
15
2
12
11
14
21, 23, 24, 25
6, 8
14, 15
14, 18, 19
9, 10
2
4
16, 17
11, 12, 13
* Not shown
5 13 14
15
6, 7, 8
10
12
18, 19, 20
6, 7, 8 11
16
9
21 2
1
17
3, 4
* Not shown
MANUAL/FIG- PART
URE & INDEX NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
NO
Use shielded cable whenever signal cables must be run in cable trays or otherwise located next to
electrical power cables. This prevents induced noise from causing erratic sensor channel values.
Sensor cables must typically be spliced in the field. Figure A-1 shows the recommended method of
using butt splices to join two pieces of shielded cable or a length of shielded cable and a shielded
cable pigtail assembly.
WARNING
Plan each rig-up so that splices are not located in hazardous areas.
Follow the guidelines below when connecting two devices with shielded cable.
• Connect shield to ground at only one end of cable. When connecting
a DAQ and sensor, connect shield to ground only at DAQ end.
CAUTION
If the shield is connected to ground at both ends of the cable, the shield will
attract electrical interference, rather than shield against it.
To convert from degrees Fahrenheit (oF) to degrees Centigrade (oC), subtract 32 from the degrees
Fahrenheit, then multiply by 0.556, as shown below:
oC = [ oF - 32 ] x 0.556
To convert from degrees Centigrade (oC) to degrees Fahrenheit (oF), multiply the degrees Centi-
grade by 1.7985, then add 32, as shown below:
o
F = [ oC x 1.8 ] + 32
Conversion factors for commonly used units are presented in Table B-1.
MULTIPLY BY TO OBTAIN
atmospheres (atm) 101.325 kiloPascal (kPa) absolute
atmospheres (atm) 14.7059 pounds per square inch (psi)
barrels (bbl) of petroleum 5.615 cubic feet (ft3)
barrels (bbl) of petroleum 0.159 cubic meters (m3)
barrels (bbl) of petroleum 42 gallons, U.S. liquid
barrels of petroleum per inch (bbl/in) 0.626 cubic meters per centimeter (m 3/cm)
bars 14.5138 pounds per square inch (psi)
centimeters 0.394 inches (in)
centimeters per second (cm/sec) 0.0328 feet per second (ft/sec)
3
cubic feet (ft ) 7.4805 gallons, U.S. liquid
3)
cubic feet (ft 28.32 liters
3)
cubic feet (ft 0.178 barrels (bbl) of petroleum
3
cubic meters (m ) 6.289 barrels (bbl) of petroleum
3
cubic meters (m ) 264.2 gallons, U.S. liquid
3/cm)
cubic meters per centimeter (m 1.597 barrels of petroleum per inch (bbl/in)
decaNewtons (daN) 2.248 pounds
feet (ft) 0.3048 meter (m)
feet per hour (ft/hr) 0.3048 meters per hour (m/hr)
feet per minute (ft/min) 0.01829 kilometers per hour (km/hr)
feet per minute (ft/min) 0.3048 meters per minute (m/min)
feet per second (ft/sec) 30.48 centimeters per second (cm/sec)
feet per second (ft/sec) 18.29 meters per minute (m/min)
foot-pound 1.4882 kilogram-meter (kg-m)
foot-pound 1.3558 Newton-meter
gallons, U.S. liquid 0.0238 barrels (bbl) of petroleum
gallons, U.S. liquid 0.13368 cubic feet (ft3)
gallons, U.S. liquid 0.003785 cubic meters (m3)
gallons, U.S. liquid 3.7854 liter
3)
grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm 8.345 pounds per U.S. liquid gallon (lb/gal)
inch (in) 2.54 centimeter (cm)
inches Hg (Mercury) 0.4912 pounds per square inch (psi)
inches H20 (Water) 0.0361 pounds per square inch (psi)
kilograms (kg) 2.2046 pounds
kilogram-meters (kg-m) 0.67196 foot-pound
3)
kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m 0.00835 pounds per U.S. liquid gallon (lb/gal)
kilograms per meter (kg/m) 0.672 pounds per foot
3
kilograms per square centimeter (kg/cm ) 14.2227 pounds per square inch (psi)
kilometers (km) 0.6215 miles
(Continued)
MULTIPLY BY TO OBTAIN
kilometers per hour (km/hr) 54.6747 feet per minute (ft/min)
kiloPascals (kPa) 0.0099 atmospheres (atm)
kiloPascals (kPa) absolute 0.145 pounds per square inch (psi)
liters (l) 0.0353 cubic feet (ft3)
liters (l) 0.2642 gallon, U.S. liquid
liters per minute (lpm) 2.1186 standard cubic feet per hour (scfh)
meters 3.281 feet (ft)
meters per hour (m/hr) 3.2808 feet per hour (ft/hr)
meters per minute (m/min) 3.2808 feet per minute (ft/min)
meters per minute 0.0547 feet per second (ft/sec)
miles 1.609 kilometers (km)
Newtons 0.2284 pounds
Newton-meters 0.7376 foot-pounds
pounds (lb) 0.4448 decaNewtons (daN)
pounds (lb) 0.4536 kilograms (kg)
pounds (lb) 0.000454 metric tons
pounds (lb) 4.448 Newtons (N)
pounds (lb) 0.0005 U.S. tons
pounds per foot (lb/ft) 1.488 kilograms per meter (kg/m)
pounds per gallon (lb/gal) 0.119826 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm3)
pounds per gallon (lb/gal) 119.826 kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m 3)
pounds per square inch (psi) 0.0680 atmospheres (atm)
pounds per square inch (psi) 0.0689 bars
pounds per square inch (psi) 2.0358 inches of Hg (Mercury)
pounds per square inch (psi) 27.6778 inches of H20 (Water)
pounds per square inch (psi) 0.0703 kilograms per square centimeter (kg/cm2)
pounds per square inch (psi) 6.895 kiloPascals (kPa)
2) square inch (in2)
square centimeters (cm 0.155
square feet (ft2) 0.0929 square meter (m2)
square inch (in2) 6.4516 square centimeter (cm2)
square meter (m2) 10.764 square feet (ft2)
standard cubic feet per hour (scfh) 0.472 liters per minute (lpm)
tons, metric 2205 pounds
tons, metric 1.1025 U.S. tons
tons, U.S. 0.907 metric tons
tons, U.S. 2000 pounds
metric ton-kilometers (tonne-km) 0.6853 U.S.ton-miles
U.S.ton-miles 1.4593 metric ton-kilometers (tonne-km)
This appendix contains instrument block diagram drawings for the five most common MUDWATCH
configurations. Use these drawings to document a MUDWATCH system.
To document a system, combine the first three general information and schedule sheets with the
appropriate block and interconnect drawing sheets. Then edit the drawings as needed to correctly
represent the system (i.e., mark out inapplicable equipment, etc.). Finally, copy the drawings and
place them in the “DRAWINGS” section of the supplied binder.