Radiant heat from the sun seems to be causing the output of our HI 2151/30WC to fluctuate. This problem can be seen on our calculated flow. The flow is calculated using old data, fifteen minutes prior, minus current data multiplied by four to bring it to an hourly rate, then multiplied by one thousand to display in klbs/hr. The fluctuation is not as readily seen on the 4-20mA signal, but is definitely noticeable on the calculated flow. Does the HI 2151/30WC controllers have any history of heating problems in the electronics?
We might install a heat shield to shade the instrument with a two inch air gap and increase the air flow if this will help?