Meriam MFC 5150 HART Portable Handheld Communicator

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Meriam MFC 5150 HART Portable Handheld Communicator
Meriam MFC 5150 HART Portable Handheld Communicator
Meriam MFC 5150 HART Portable Handheld Communicator
Meriam's MFC 5150 portable HART handheld communicator with fast startup time for commissioning, configuring, and maintaining field devices. It's the first Class I, Div 1 intrinsically safe device available to read the complete library of HART device descriptions (more than 1200 distinct devices) with no translation required (per HART Communication Foundation SDC-625 infrastructure). The 5150 runs on Lithium Ion rechargeable batteries, with a 1 GHz processor, 256MB RAM, 512MB flash memory, and support for an 8GB SD card. No more "managing DD files" on your handheld

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What is the Meriam MFC 5150 HART Communicator used for?
It's a portable handheld HART communicator for configuring, diagnosing, and calibrating HART-enabled field instruments — transmitters, control valves, and positioners — without disconnecting them from the process loop. Used by instrument technicians for commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting in process control environments.
How does the MFC 5150 communicate with HART devices?
It connects to the instrument's 4–20 mA signal loop using clip leads and communicates digitally over the analog loop using the HART FSK protocol. No interruption to the process signal is required during communication.
MFC 5150 vs. Emerson 475 Field Communicator — what are the practical differences?
Both are HART handheld communicators with device descriptor (DD) libraries. Differences include DD library size, user interface, battery type, and manufacturer support ecosystem. For a rental deployment, both cover most common HART devices — choose based on your technicians' familiarity and which DD library best covers your specific instrument models.
What HART Device Description (DD) library does the MFC 5150 use?
It uses a built-in DD library covering a wide range of HART devices. Confirm that your specific instrument model and revision are covered before deploying — if a device isn't in the library, full menu-driven configuration may not be available.
What should I confirm before ordering?
That your HART instrument models are covered in the MFC 5150's DD library, and that your technicians are familiar with HART communicator operation for the specific configuration or troubleshooting tasks planned.
What does it cost to rent the Meriam MFC 5150 HART Communicator?
Contact RAECO Rents for current daily and weekly rates. For planned maintenance or commissioning shutdowns covering multiple HART instruments, the weekly rate is typically more economical than daily — most turnaround events extend beyond a single day.

Features & Capabilities

Datalogging: ✓ Yes
Intrinsically Safe: ✓ Yes

Equipment Specifications

Device Description (DD) Library: Preloaded with 1,400+ device descriptions covering HART-compatible transmitters; supports HART revisions 5, 6, and 7
Connectivity: HART (two banana-plug leads, FSK over 4-20mA loop), USB Type-B (up to 921.6 kbps), microSD card slot
Display: 4.3in transmissive anti-glare touchscreen, 24-bit TFT color, 480 x 272 pixels, white LED backlight, no stylus required
Operating Temperature Range: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C), 0-95% RH non-condensing
Water/Dust Ingress Rating: IP51
Data Logging Capacity: microSD card, 4 GB minimum
Battery Life: 10 hours minimum at 100% backlight (rechargeable Li-ion); 30 days minimum powered off; 1 year minimum in storage with battery removed
Power Supply: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery; AC adapter input 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz, output 15 VDC / 1600 mA
Size / Weight: 11.9 x 5.6 x 1.9 in (303 x 142 x 48 mm); approx. 2.1 lbs (0.95 kg) with battery
Certifications: Intrinsically safe: Class I Division 1 Group IIC (US/Canada), ATEX Zone 0 Group IIC (Europe), IECEx Zone 0 Group IIC (Asia/South America/Africa); tested to 1m concrete drop

Kit Contents

Carrying case, molded banana plug test communication leads, wrist strap, USB cable, CD-ROM with documentation, drivers and PC utility.

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