Datasheet AMS2106

AMS2106 Digital Gas Mass Flow Meter

Key Features:
Intergrated Mass flow and temperature measurement
⚫ Measurement Range 0~200L/min
⚫ Good repeatability
⚫ Support multiple gas measurement
⚫ Configurable parameters

⚫ Standard Modbus-RTU communication

⚫ Segment code screen display
⚫ Battery or 9~24V DC power supply
⚫ Default NPT 1/2 connection, interface can be customized according to customer needs

Product Summary
AMS2106 is a thermal mass flow sensor that calculates the mass flow of the measured gas by
measuring the change in resistance. The sensor adopts the self-developed MEMS mass flow chip,
which is intuitive, accurate, stable, and has features of high and low temperature resistance, good
linearity, and fast response time.

The relevant performance and parameters of AMS2106 are strictly tested and calibrated before
delivery.

Applications
AMS2106 is used to monitor the mass flow of air, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, Carbon Dioxide and
other dry, clean and non-corrosive gases (except flammable and explosive gases). It can be widely
used in university scientific research, fire protection, environmental monitoring, tobacco, smart
agriculture, food, medicine and other industries.

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1 AMS2106 Outlook and Pinout

1.1 Outlook and Working Interface

Figure 1 shows the appearance and working interface of AMS2106, including the sensor air duct.
The working interface includes a segment code screen and operation buttons. The content shows on
the segment code screen includes the Modbus communication address of the flowmeter, gas
temperature, battery, cumulative flow and instantaneous flow. The buttons include up, menu and
down buttons. The sensor air duct is below the working interface, including the air in and air out.
The arrows on the air ducts indicate the direction of gas flow required by the sensor.

Figure 1 AMS2106

1.2 Pinout

Figure 2 Pinout

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Pinout name and

Color
definition
Black(thick) Shielded wire
White RS485 B-
Red VCC(9～24V DC)
Green RS485 A+
Black(thin) GND
Table 1 Pinout definition

2 Technical Parameters

Specifications Description
Measurement range 0～200L/min（Standard）
Accuracy ±3%FS
Repeatability 0.5%FS
Response time ≤ 2s
3pcs AA batteries or external power supply 9～
Power supply
24V DC
Output signal RS485
Display segment code screen
Cumulative flow: SL (L, standard condition)）
Unit Instantaneous flow: SLPM (L/min, standard
condition)
Max work pressure 0.8MPa
Pressure loss ≤2000Pa
Standard
Air (standard condition)
calibration gas
Pinout Type-C
Power consumption ≤50mW
Connector NPT 1/2
Weight 280g
Note: Standard condition means 25℃，1atm
Table 2 Technical Parameters

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3 Dimension

Figure 3 Dimension (unit:mm tolerance:±0.2 mm)

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4 Communication Protocol

4.1 Protocol Description

AMS2106 is equipped with a Modbus communication interface with Type-C wire, and uses the
Modbus-RTU protocol to provide rules for bidirectional communication between the master unit and
one or more units (AMS2106), allowing the master unit to access and get AMS2106 data
information. The main unit is the computer that can read and write data through Modbus Poll
software.

After the master-slave unit establishes communication, the master unit can read and write from the
internal register of the slave unit by addressing, that is, the master unit can obtain the measured value
and status information by reading the register, and can also respond to the data contained in the
register by writing back.

4.2 Communication Protocol

4.2.1 Protocol Parameters
Modbus-RTU uses the RS-485 interface as the hardware carrier. Please refer to Table 3 for detailed
communication parameters.

Parameters
Protocol format RTU
Communication speed 9600bps
Initial bits 1bit
Data bits 8bits
Stop bits 1bit
Even or Odd number
No
check
Max bits 255
Table 3 Modbus Parameters

The sending and receiving format of each character is shown in Figure 4 (initial with D0, total 10
bits).

Figure 4 Modbus format

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4.2.2 Function Code

The device address of the Modbus message contains 8 bits (in RTU mode), and the function code
length is also 8 bits. The function code in the message frame can realize the read and write operation
of the digital quantity and analog quantity of the slave unit by the master unit. The two most
commonly used function codes in AMS2106 are 03 and 06. For the data types and functions
corresponding to the 03 and 06 function codes, see Table 4.

Function
Name Data format Function
Code
Read holding
03 Integer Read the value of a holding register
register
Preset Single Write a specific hexadecimal value to a
06 Integer
Register holding register
Table 4 03 and 06 function code

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5 Register
There are multiple registers in AMS2106, information such as instantaneous flow, accumulated flow,
and sensor temperature can be obtained by reading the value of the register. Please refer to Table 5
for the register value corresponding to each parameter.

Register
Name Description Modbus(hex) Magnification
(decimal)
Instantaneous Instantaneous flow
0 0x0000 100
flow of AMS2106(r)
0x0001(high
Accumulated Accumulated flow 16 bits)
1～2 1000
flow of AMS2106 (r) 0x0002 (low
16 bits)
Temperature of
Temperature sensor in 3 0x0003 1
AMS2106 (r)
0x0004～
4～47、 0x002F、
Reserved
\ 51～52、 0x0033 1
register
54 0x0034、
0x0036
Flow meter Model Number of
48 0x0030 1
model this flow meter(r)
Software Software version
49 0x0031 1
version of AMS2106(r)
Flow unit of
Flow unit 50 0x0032 1
AMS2106(w/r)
Flow meter
Flow meter
address of 53 0x0035 1
address
AMS2106(w/r)
Write 1 to clear
Accumulated the total
55 0x0037 1
flow reset accumulated
flow(w)
Table 5 Register format

Note: The accumulated flow register is high byte first and low byte last; (r) means to read register
data with 03 function code, (w) means to use 06 function code to write register data; when the flow
unit address is 0, it means the unit is m3, when it is 1, the unit is L.

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6 Interface operation

6.1 Set Modbus Communication Address

Set the communication address of the flow meter. Press the Menu key to enter the menu page
(CH01), press the menu key again to enter the subpage, press the up key or the down key to set the
corresponding communication address of the flow meter, and press the menu key to return to the
menu page (CH01).

6.2 Set Baud Rate

When in the menu page (CH01), press the down key to jump to the menu page (CH02), press the
menu key to enter the subpage, press the up key or the down key to set the corresponding baud rate
of the machine. Press the menu key to return to the menu page (CH02). The default baud rate of
AMS2106 is 9600bps.

6.3 Set Temperature Unit

When in the menu page (CH02), press the down key to jump to the menu page (CH03), press the
menu key once to enter the sub-page, press the up key or the down key to set the corresponding
temperature unit of the machine. Press the menu key to return to the menu page (CH03). The
AMS2106 currently only supports Celsius display and does not support Fahrenheit.

6.4 Set Flow Unit

When in the menu page (CH03), press the down key to jump to the menu page (CH04), press the
menu key once to enter the subpage, press the up key or the down key to set the corresponding flow
unit of the machine. Press the menu key to return to the menu page (CH04). The factory default
setting is SLPM (L/min).

6.5 Setting to Clear the Accumulated Flow

When in the menu page (CH04), press the down key once to jump to the menu page (CH05), press
the menu key once enter the subpage, press the up key or the down key to display the cumulative
flow: 00000.000, press the menu key to return Menu page (CH05), clear the accumulated flow.

6.6 Exit Parameter Setting

Menu page (CH05), press the down key once to jump to the menu page (End), press the menu key
once to exit to the working interface.

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7 Operation and Maintenance

7.1 Precautions
In order to achieve high accuracy and the best working state, it is recommended to follow the battery
power indicator at the upper right corner. When icon appears with only one battery, it means that the
power is very low and the battery must be replaced in time. Also, be careful not to turn the display
above the sensor air duct more than 180° to avoid damage to the sensor.
Before and after the sensor is installed, a straight pipe of more than 30cm must be ensured. Do not
install the sensor in an elbow to avoid affecting the measurement accuracy.

7.2 Normal Problems

Problems Reasons Solutions

1. The battery is out of power
1. Use new battery
2. The battery is installed
The main interface 2. Reinstall the batteries correctly
wrongly
is not displayed 3. Check if any damage on the display
3. Display failure
4. Change adapter
4. Damaged adapter

Instantaneous flow 1. The valve of the installation 1. Check whether the valve of the
display before pipeline is not closed tightly installation pipeline is tightly closed
measurement is not 2. The installed pipeline is 2. Check whether the installed pipeline is
zero leaking leaking

1. Check whether there is any foreign

1.The installed pipe is
body blockage in the installed pipeline
blocked
No flow record 2. Confirm whether the valve of the
2. There is no airflow in the
installation pipeline is open and whether
installed pipeline
there is air flow in the pipeline

1. Check whether the air inlet and outlet

Traffic record 1. Blocking
are blocked or any other objects
reduction 2. The sensor is contaminated
2. Clean or replace the sensor

1. Wiring error 1. Correct wiring according to the manual

2. The baud rate setting is 2. Correctly set the baud rate of the host
Communication is
incorrect computer to 9600bps
abnormal
3. RS485 does not work 3. Confirm that the RS485-RS232
properly converter is working properly

Table 6 Normal problems

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8 Warning and Personal Injuiry

Do not use this product in safety protection devices or emergency stop equipment, and in any other
application where personal injury may result from failure of this product unless there is a specific
purpose or authorization for use. Refer to the product data sheet and application guide before
installing, handling, using or maintaining this product. Failure to follow the recommendations could
result in death or serious personal injury. Aosong will not be liable for all compensation for personal
injury and death arising therefrom, and exempts any claims that may arise from Aosong’s managers
and employees, as well as affiliated agents, distributors, etc., including: various costs, claims fees,
attorney fees, etc.

9 Packing List

Name Quantity
AMS2106 1
Type-C cable 1
User Manual 1
Certificate 1
Adapter(12.6V/1A) (optional) 1
Table 7 Packing List

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10 Warranty

Guangzhou Aosong Electronics Co., Ltd. Offers warranty for its products as shown in Table 8 (from
the date of delivery), based on the technical specifications in the datasheet published by the company.

Name Warranty
AMS2106 mass flow meter 12 monthes
Cable and other accessories 6 monthes
Table 8 Warranty Description

Guangzhou Aosong Electronics Co., Ltd is only responsible for products that are defective when
used in applications that meet the technical conditions of the product. Aosong does not make any
guarantees and warranties for the application of the product in special scenarios that are not
recommended. At the same time, Aosong does not make any commitment to the reliability of the
product applied to other non-company supporting products or circuits.

This manual is subject to change at any time without notice.

The final interpretation right of this product belongs to Guangzhou Aosong Electronics Co., Ltd.

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