VistaII

Model 2000 Process Gas Chromatograph

ABB Analytical
ABB Process Analytics
 A better gas chromatograph...built on a foundation of leadership
ABB Process Analytics manufactured and sold the first on-line process gas chromatograph in 1957. In the
decades since, ABB Process Analytics has continually advanced its process GC technology leadership. Now,
ABB Process Analytics leads the way into the 21st Century with the Vista II Model 2000 series of Process Gas
Chromatographs.

The Model 2000 is the second generation of Vista on-line Process GC's. ABB Process Analytics' Vista II
Analyzers have set a new standard for ease of use, quality and reliability. The Model 2000 also raises process
GC technical standards, with more compact size, improved serviceability, superior connectivity and digital
analytical control.

A More Compact Design for Greater Space Savings

The Model 2000 has a significantly smaller foot print than competitive
designs. The Model 2000 is only 19.5 inches (496 mm) wide. All tubing
and wiring connections are on the right side. There are no components,
tubing or wiring on the left side. That saves even more
space in installation. Analyzer to analyzer spacing
has been reduced by over 19 inches (482 mm),
significantly reducing the required shelter
space for multi-analyzer systems.

Vista Model 2000

(Vista Model 3100
Dimensions Shown
With Shading)

Vista II Model 2000

19.500
(496 mm)

46.250
(1175 mm)

Recommended Spacing
37 inches (0.94 M)
 Improved Serviceability

The Model 2000 uses an integrated backplane

which eliminates wiring harnesses and terminal
strips. All sub-systems such as temperature con-
trollers, detector amplifiers, sensors, and options
are assigned specific, clearly labeled plug locations.
This self-documenting concept greatly improves
serviceability and upgradeability. It also improves
quality and reliability by eliminating loose wiring
connections and allowing components and mod-
ules to be tested before system installation.

Superior Connectivity
The Model 2000 can function as a stand alone analyzer or be integrated into a small, medium or large ana-
lyzer network. Analyzer networking is achieved through VistaNET, ABB Process Analytics’ own Analyzer
Local Area Network Architecture. VistaNET supports data interchange from Gas Chromatographs or other
analyzers, to the Distributed Control System (DCS), in a dedicated and secured manner. VistaNET provides
analyzer maintenance personnel a Windows™ Graphical User Interface (GUI) for each analyzer. This GUI
enables remote monitoring and editing of all analyzer functions.

VistaNET uses industry standard network proto-

cols. This allows data consumers, such as analyzer
technicians, engineers, control room personnel,
maintenance and lab personnel, to access and con-
trol any Model 2000 connected to the VistaNET,
from any PC connected to the plant-wide LAN or
WAN.

Modem capability allows secure remote access for

maintenance personnel and ABB Process Analytics
service experts, if the customer desires. Security is
maintained with built-in multilevel controls that
may be configured to each plant’s needs.
 Digital Analytical Control Functions
The Model 2000 offers digital, electronic Temperature and Pressure Control. Digital temperature control is a
standard feature. Digital pressure control is optional. With digital controls, temperature and pressure can be
set directly at the analyzer keypad or remotely via VistaNET. Digital control reproduces temperature and
pressure settings far more precisely than analog temperature controls or mechanical pressure regulators.

Optional Electronic Pressure Control

Electronic pressure control improves chromatography by providing bet-
ter resolution, exceptional retention time stability, and faster
analysis time. Ambient temperature, carrier supply, and barometric
pressure effects are reduced, greatly improving analyzer stability.
Analytical flows can vary for different methods within the same ana-
lyzer, enabling a wider range of on-line and at-line applications.
Carrier gas consumption can be minimized by turning carrier flow off
when not needed and by reducing or eliminating split flows and flows
to vent during portions of the analysis. In some cases, analytical valv-
ing can be reduced by switching flows without valves.

EPC Reduces Analytical Valving By

Pressure Switching

EPC Improves Cycle Times

EPC Improves Stability – Prevents

Interference From Valve Transients
 Ease of Operation
The Vista II Model 2000 offers a fast learning curve with minimal training. Analyzers can be placed on-line
and kept on-line with a minimum amount of time spent learning the programming. The Model 2000’s menu
driven interface, front panel keypad and 5.6 inch (142 mm) diag-
onal graphics display, allow users to easily change, modify or
edit all analysis parameters. All front panel functions are also
available at any network PC, via VistaNET. This allows operat-
ing personnel to concentrate on the analytical aspects of the
application instead of electronic/programming concerns.

A World Class Analyzer Meets World Standards

The Model 2000 Series is designed from the ground up to meet current and emerging international standards
such as CE/CENELEC, CSA, and NEC. ABB Process Analytics has extensive facilities for testing to the
European Community’s Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directives and safety criteria. In most cases,
the standard configuration meets all required international standards, minimizing analyzer variants and
assuring consistent performance and safety.

Real-Time VistaBASIC

Flexibility and integration are critical to a process chromato-

graph. Our VistaBASIC language provides additional flexi-
bility in meeting customer application requirements. Real-
time VistaBASIC allows the chromatograph controller to be
used in a supervisory capacity to monitor sample systems
and interface with other devices in more complex remote-
controlled systems.

Real-time VistaBASIC virtually eliminates the need for PLC’s

in complex discrete sampling systems. VistaBASIC provides
inter-analyzer communications, where measurement values
from one analyzer are used in calculations on another, via
VistaNET.

While VistaBASIC can be used for these more sophisticated analyzer solutions, BASIC programming skills
are not required for typical analyzer applications. VistaBASIC provides the tools for custom extensions to the
chromatograph controller’s capabilities and provides full access to the extensive I/O of the Vista controller.
 Specialized Vista II Series Models
In addition to the standard Model 2000, the Vista II Series offers several specialty
process gas chromatographs:
• Model 2001 - Process Supercritical Fluid Chromatograph
• Model 2002 - Process Distillation Analyzer
• Model 2003/2004 - PNA/PINA Analyzer
• Model 2005 - Temperature Programmed GC
• Model 2007 - Fuel Sulfur Analyzer
• Model 2008 - Olefins Analyzer

Analytical Oven
• More efficient oven layout
• Valves oriented for easy access
• PFA Teflon replaces S.S. tubing for air lines
• Model 791 Liquid Injection Valve
• Model 799 Flame Ionization Detector

The Model 791 Liquid Sample Valve

The field proven, Model 791 Liquid Sample Valve with wear compensat-
ing seals, yields longer life.

The Model 799 Flame Ionization Detector

The smaller Model 799 Flame Ionization Detector
provides 5 times the sensitivity, compared to the
previous Flame Ionization Detector.
 Technical and Performance Features
The Vista II 2000 series of Process Gas Chromatographs offer a
broad range of features. Some of these are outlined here.

***** Reprocess Saved Raw Chromatograms *****

Chromatogram Storage The Model 2000
Type:
Stream: 1
• Analysis may be saved on
Cal Bench Last In Out Typ Controller Front
Process calibration, benchmark, Panel Keyboard / LCD
As: Cal Bench Last
Method Table: 1 typical, alarm, last • 5.6 inch (142 mm) diagonal LCD graphic
Report to VWS: No Yes
Update Trends and Digitals: analysis and
No Yes
user interface
current analysis. • 320 x 240 dot monochrome (white on blue
Escape
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chromatograph storage is • 50 key touch pad
available. • plain language menus
• The controller monitors the amount of memory
available for the storage of raw data
and takes appropriate action when the saved analysis
would exceed the limit. Digital Temperature Controller
• The user can save raw chromatograms manually or • Allows full visibility of all analyzer
automatically. temperatures and settings.
• The operator can view the chromatogram at the 2000 • Up to five independently controlled heated
controller or on a PC connected to the VistaNET. zones.
• The chromatogram can be reprocessed as if it were • Temperature setpoints may be varied as
being taken from the detector. dictated by the analytical methods.
• Zones can control external sample system
heaters at user’s option.
• Reproduces temperature settings more
precisely than analog temperature controller.

System Maintenance SQC Support Outputs

• Written alarm messages access to. . . Analog trend outputs for component
• Integral diagnostics • peak area concentrations. . .
• Help menus • baseline noise
• 32 each, 4-20 ma isolated outputs
• Integral chromatogram display • analyzer status
• 96 each, 0-5 or 1-5 volt outputs
• “Resume On Power Interrupt” • other data
• 0-10 volt recorder output
feature • printer for hard copy reports

Inputs Serial outputs. . . Other Support Functions

• 12 each, stream select inputs or • 1 each, RS232 printer, write only Program supports up to. . .
additional VistaBASIC inputs • 8 each, analyzer oven valves
• 4 each, VistaBASIC inputs • 8 each, methods
• up to 8 each, sensor inputs • 50 components
• remote start Digital Outputs. . .
• 2 each, 13-bit differential
VistaBASIC analog inputs • Up to 32 each, remote streams (10 each, standard)
• Up to 96 each, concentration alarms