FLP 8-16 Channel Data Logger (AI-800D/1600 FLP)

Applications

LPG and CNG Bottling Plant Environmental Logging
Temperature, pressure and humidity recorded together across bottling and filling areas classified as hazardous, on a single time-stamped, multi-channel record.
Pharma & Life Sciences
The logger supports solvent recovery plant temperature and pressure logging, multi-point temperature mapping across API reactor bays, and hazardous-area warehouse temperature mapping for GDP compliance.
Oil & Gas
The logger covers wellhead and gas gathering station monitoring, multi-point temperature logging across tank farms and terminals, and offshore platform equipment room monitoring.
Chemical & Petrochemical
The logger handles temperature profiling of batch reactor jackets and vessels, multi-point temperature logging along distillation columns, and hazardous chemical storage monitoring.

Why Universal Inputs Matter in Multi-Parameter Processes

Universal inputs allow different measurement types to be handled by one data logger rather than requiring a separate recorder for every parameter. This can simplify panel requirements when temperature, pressure, humidity, vacuum, flow, pH, conductivity, or other signals need to be monitored together, particularly valuable in hazardous-area installations, where each additional instrument means another certified enclosure, another set of hazardous-area wiring, and another point of maintenance. Consolidating multiple parameters into one 8 or 16 channel logger reduces all of that to a single instrument.

Choosing Between the 8-Channel and 16-Channel Version

Choose the 8-channel AI-800D FLP when the application requires up to eight measurement channels. The AI-1600 FLP is suitable when up to sixteen independent inputs need to be monitored and recorded. The required sensor types should also be specified for each channel, since input configuration (RTD, 4-20 mA, thermocouple, voltage, current) is set channel by channel rather than fixed for the whole instrument. If your current process needs fewer channels than the 16-channel model provides, unused channels can simply be disabled rather than forcing an unnecessary upgrade to the larger unit.

AI-800D FLP · 8 Channel

For applications needing up to eight independently configurable universal inputs.

AI-1600 FLP · 16 Channel

For applications needing up to sixteen independently configurable universal inputs.

Software & Reporting

The included software provides an online tabular view of all active channels, data graphing for trend review, and Excel sheet reporting for further analysis or documentation. This gives facility and quality teams a direct path from raw logged data to the kind of trended, exportable records regulated manufacturing environments typically need for batch review or audit purposes, without needing separate third-party software to interpret the logger's output.

Parameter	Specification
Channel Configurations	8-channel (AI-800D FLP) or 16-channel (AI-1600 FLP)
Supported Inputs	RTD Pt-100, 4-20 mA (pressure/humidity), temperature transmitters, thermocouples, voltage signals, current signals
Measurable Parameters	Temperature, pressure, humidity, vacuum, flow, pH, conductivity, and other compatible signals
Recording/Print Interval	Programmable, 5 to 9999 seconds
Printout Content	Date, time, channel number, measured value
Communication	RS232/RS485 for computer connectivity
Software	Online tabular view, data graphing, Excel sheet reporting
Channel Management	Individual channels can be enabled or disabled
Enclosure	Flameproof, CIMFR certified (Dhanbad), Gas Group Areas I, II, IIA, IIB

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FLP 8-16 Channel Data Logger (AI-800D/1600 FLP)?

The AI-800D/1600 FLP is a flameproof universal-input data logger designed to measure and record multiple process parameters. It's available in 8-channel and 16-channel configurations and can accept different types of inputs on different channels.

What types of inputs can the data logger accept?

The data logger can be configured for RTD Pt-100 temperature sensors, 4-20 mA pressure signals, 4-20 mA humidity signals, temperature transmitters, thermocouples, voltage signals, and current signals. This allows the same instrument to handle different process parameters.

Can different types of sensors be connected to the same data logger?

Yes. Each channel can be independently configured for the required input type. For example, one channel can be used for temperature, another for pressure, another for humidity, and another for flow. This provides flexibility when several process parameters need to be recorded in one system.

What is the difference between the AI-800D FLP and AI-1600 FLP?

The main difference is the number of available input channels. The AI-800D FLP is the 8-channel version, while the AI-1600 FLP provides 16 channels. Both are designed around universal input functionality for multi-parameter process recording.

Can unused channels be disabled?

Yes. The universal-input design allows channels to be configured according to the application. The underlying AI-800 series documentation also describes configurations where individual channels can be enabled or disabled, allowing the instrument to operate with only the required number of active inputs.

What parameters can be recorded with the FLP data logger?

Depending on the selected input configuration, the instrument can record parameters such as temperature, pressure, humidity, vacuum, flow, pH, conductivity, and other compatible voltage or current signals.

How frequently can the data logger record or print readings?

The recording or print interval can be programmed from 5 seconds to 9999 seconds. This allows the logging interval to be selected according to the process and data-recording requirements.

What information is included in the printout?

The printout includes the date, time, channel number, and corresponding measured value. This provides a time-associated record of the monitored process parameters.

Can the data logger print data without a computer?

The product information confirms programmable printing of all 8 or 16 channels. The related AI-800/AI-1600 data logger documentation also describes direct printer connectivity for printing recorded values without using a computer.

Does the FLP data logger support computer communication?

Yes. The instrument provides RS232/RS485 computer communication options. These interfaces allow the data logger to communicate with a computer-based monitoring or data-recording system.

What software is provided with the data logger?

The data logger is supplied with software that provides an online tabular view, data graphing, and Excel sheet reporting. This allows recorded process information to be viewed and analyzed electronically.

Can the data logger be used for process trend analysis?

Yes. The software's data graphing capability allows recorded measurements to be viewed as trends. This can help users review changes in temperature, pressure, humidity, flow, or other monitored parameters over time.

Why is universal input useful in a multi-parameter process?

What does flameproof construction mean for this data logger?

The AI-800D/1600 FLP belongs to ACE Instruments flameproof instrumentation range. ACE Instruments states that its flameproof instruments use enclosures certified by CIMFR, Dhanbad, for specified Gas Group Areas I, II, IIA and IIB. The suitability of the particular configuration must be confirmed against the hazardous-area classification of the installation.

Where is the FLP data logger commonly used?

The instrument is intended for process applications where multiple parameters need to be recorded and a flameproof instrument configuration is required. Depending on the selected inputs, it can be used for temperature, pressure, humidity, vacuum, flow, pH, conductivity, and similar process measurements.

Can the data logger monitor both temperature and pressure at the same time?

Yes. Because each channel can be independently configured, temperature can be connected to one channel while pressure, humidity, or another compatible process signal is connected to another channel.

Can the AI-800D/1600 FLP be used with 4-20 mA transmitters?

Yes. The logger can accept 4-20 mA inputs from compatible pressure, humidity, and temperature transmitters. Other current and voltage signal inputs are also supported according to the selected configuration.

How do I select between the 8-channel and 16-channel version?

What should I provide when ordering the FLP data logger?

Provide the required number of channels, input type for each channel, measurement ranges, required communication interface, printing or reporting requirements, and the hazardous-area requirements of the installation. This information helps determine the appropriate AI-800D/1600 FLP configuration.

How can ACE Instruments help with a customized data logging application?

ACE Instruments can help determine the appropriate channel configuration based on the parameters to be measured, sensor or transmitter outputs, communication requirements, and installation conditions. For applications involving multiple process signals, providing the channel-wise input details helps simplify configuration and selection.