FLEXI-DIP Gauging Tapes (Restricted and Open) Restricted and Open Gauging Tapes provide a convenient and accurate means for measuring ullage, product temperature and the oil-water interface. The units are configured to operate in the trimode, bimode, interface or temperature mode. Each instrument is designed to maximize ease of use. A single penetration of each tank can provide comprehensive data about internal tank conditions. When the electronic probe senses hydrocarbon, a steady tone is heard; when sensing water, it emits an intermittent tone. Temperature is shown on an LED display in the hub of the instrument. SPECIFICATIONS Accuracy of Tape: +/- 1/8" (+/- 3mm), +/- 0.01% of F.S. tape LGT (F.S. = Full Scale). of Temperature Display: +/- 0.5° F (+/- 0.2° C) +/- 1 digit error. of Calibration Range: 32° F (0° C) to 176° F (88° C). of Probe: For dryness to within 3/8 inch (10mm) of bottom. Ambient Temperature Limits LCD: same as above. Sensor: same as above. Application: Open gauging ("O" type) (Safe product vapors only). Restricted gauging ("R" type) via MMC vapor-control valve. Battery: 9-Volt Duracell MN1604. Operation: U-Ullage, I-Interface (oil/water), T-Temperature. Tape Length ⦁ Single-Sided: 50 ft. (15m), 65 ft. (20m), 75 ft. (25m), 100 ft. (30m), *SPECIAL: (50m) & (70m) 1 Single-Sided: Special 100 ft. engineering scale. Typical Weights: ⦁ 50 ft/15m - "R" 8 lbs (3.6kg) "F" 7 lbs. (3.2kg). ⦁ 100 ft/30m - "R" 9 lbs (4.1 kg) "F" 8 lbs. (3.6kg). 1 50m - (special) "R" 11 lbs. (5kg) "F" 10 lbs. (4.5 kg). Approvals: Intrinsically safe--FM, BASEEFA, CSA, NKK (Japan), ATEX (SIRA).
	Flexi-Dip RESTRICTED Sampling Tape Systems (Minimal Gas Leakage) The Flexi-Dip (FIPS) system is designed for use with a wide range of standard MMC vapor-control valves such as the B, MB, MMB and F/C50 styles. The system is specifically designed for applications areas where the escape of tank vapors during gauging or sampling is prohibited. Once the (FIPS) sampling system is attached to any existing MMC vapor-control valve, it can extract a sample in place but then requires valve closure, removal from the valve and manual dumping of the collected product. Standard sounding and tank bottom dryness checks can also be performed by attaching sampling bobs to the snap hook on the tape end header. CLOSED SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Accuracy of Tape Reading:+/- 1/8 inch (3mm), +/- 0.01% of F.S. tape LGT (F.S. = Full Scale). Tape Lengths: 50 ft. (15m), 75 ft. (25m), 100 ft. (30M), 120 ft. (37M) stainless steel, or up to 30M Tefzel coated anti-static treated type, for chemical applications. Typical Weights: 14 lbs. (6.4 KG). Pressure Limits: 3 psi working, 7.5 psi maximum.
	FLEXI-DIP Closed Trimode Gauging Tape The Portable Closed Flexi-Dip measuring tape is a battery-operated electronic unit that is totally gas-tight. When installed in a vapor-control valve mounted on a storage (cargo) tank, it forms a tightly sealed system that prevents toxic vapors from escaping and creates a closed gauging system for that tank. The tape is marked in metric or english units and is anti-static coated (as is the sensor). In addition, the tape is color marked to make tape direction and motion easily seen and to ensure full rewind position. A coiled grounding cable with large alligator clip is standard. This closed system is recognized by many worldwide regulatory bodies as equivalent to a fixed gauging system as long as the tape remains in the valve from the beginning until the end of loading or discharging of the tank. SPECIFICATIONS Accuracy of Tape Reading: Fluid level +/- 1/8 inch (3mm), +/- 0.01% of F.S. tape LGT (F.S. = Full Scale). of Temperature Display: +/- 0.5° F (+/- 0.2° C), +/- 1 digit error. Ambient Temperature Limits: -20° F (-7° C) to 120° F (49° C). Product Temperature Limits: -40° F (-40° C) to 190° F (88° C). Battery: 9-Volt Duracell MN1604. Tape Lengths: 50 ft. (15m), 65 ft. (20m), 75 ft. (25m), 100 ft. (30m), 35m. Typical Weights: 14 lbs. (6.4 KG). Pressure Limits: 3 psi working, 7.5 psi maximum. Approvals: Intrinsically safe--FM, BASEEFA, CSA, NKK (Japan).
	Fixed-In-Place (FIP) Version The Flexi-Dip Fixed-In-Place (FIP) sampling system, valve and "closed" sampling tape are shown above, left. Above, right is the unique MMC Model MBS fixed-in-place vapor-control valve with its built-in sampling port. The S series of valves (including BS, MBS and MMBS) are simple to install, easy to keep clean and convenient to use. The valves and Flex-Dip FIP system will support the collection of 1/2- and 1/3-liter samples. (2" Model MBS and BS valves for 1/2-liter sampler and 1 1/2" Model MMBS valve for 1/3-liter sampler). The FIP system, valve and sampling tape is a gas-tight system. When it’s closed tape is attached to any S series valve, it can extract and bottle a sample in place without exposing the sample to the atmosphere. The sample bottle twists off easily for capping, labeling and transportation to the lab. Designed to meet or exceed all existing vapor-control regulations, the system is totally gas-tight. It employs a unique vapor return hose assembly which directs the sample bottle's vapors back to the tape housing to maintain the system's gas-tight integrity. The Flexi-Dip FIP sampling system also includes a sturdy, molded plastic carrying case for convenient transportation and safe storage with a spare battery and instruction manual. Laboratory grade, non-breakable sampling bottles are also available along with convenient sample bottle carrying racks for 4, 6, 8 or 12 bottles.