Analysis on the fault of electromagnetic flow meter caused by bubbles in the medium

The shell protection level of the ordinary electromagnetic flowmeter sensor is IP65 (the dustproof and anti-splash level stipulated by GB4208), and the requirements for the installation site are:

Electromagnetic flowmeters can achieve remote communication through various digital communication protocols. These protocols allow flowmeter data to be transmitted to remote monitoring systems, control rooms, or other devices for real-time monitoring, analysis, and control. Some common digital communication protocols used for remote communication with electromagnetic flowmeters include:

Size: DN3-DN3000mm
Nominal Pressure: 0.6-1.6Mpa(2.5Mpa/4.0Mpa/6.4Mpa…Max 42Mpa)
Accuracy: +/-0.5%(Standard), 0.3% or 0.2% (Optional)
Liner: PTFE, Neoprene, Hard Rubber, EPDM, FEP, Polyurethane, PFA
Output Signal: 4-20mA/Pulse

When measuring waste acid using an electromagnetic flowmeter, it’s crucial to choose electrodes that are suitable for the corrosive nature of the acid and that can withstand the specific conditions of the application. Common electrode materials for electromagnetic flowmeters used in corrosive environments include:

Electromagnetic flowmeter is a speed meter to measure the volume flow of conductive media. While carrying out on-site monitoring and display, it can output standard current signals for recording, adjustment and control, realizing automatic control of detection, and realizing long-distance transmission of signals. It can be widely used in water, chemical, coal, environmental protection, textile, metallurgy, paper and other industries in the flow measurement of conductive liquid. The structure of the instrument has one type and one type.

Performance Technical parameter
Size DN3-DN3000mm
Nominal Pressure 0.6-1.6Mpa(2.5Mpa/4.0Mpa/6.4Mpa…Max 42Mpa)
Accuracy +/-0.5%(Standard)     +/-0.3% or +/-0.2%(Optional)
Liner PTFE, Neoprene, Hard Rubber, EPDM, FEP, Polyurethane, PFA
Electrode SUS316L, Hastelloy B, Hastelloy C       Titanium, Tantalum, Platinium-iridium
Structure Type Integral type, remote type, submersible type, ex-proof type
Medium Temperature -20~+60 degC(Integral type)
Remote type ( Neoprene ,Hard Rubber ,Polyurethane ,EPDM) -10~+80degC
Remote type(PTFE/PFA/FEP) -10~+160degC
Ambient Temperature -20~+60deg C
Ambient Humidity 5-100%RH(relative humidity)
Measuring Range Max 15m/s
Conductivity >5us/cm
Protection Class IP65(Standard); IP68(Optional for remote type)
Process Connection Flange (Standard), Wafer, Thread, Tri-clamp etc (Optional)
Output Signal 4-20mA/Pulse
Communication RS485(Standard), HART(Optional),GPRS/GSM (Optional)
Power Supply AC220V (can be used for AC85-250V)
DC24V (can be used for DC20-36V)
DC12V (optional), Battery Powered 3.6V (optional)
Power Consumption <20W Alarm Upper Limit Alarm / Lower Limit Alarm Self-diagnosis Empty Pipe Alarm, Exciting Alarm Explosion Proof ATEX

The insert type electromagnetic flowmeter is an instrument used to measure conductive liquids, especially for large diameter pipe measurements.

1. The role of the electromagnetic flowmeter grounding ring: the grounding ring is directly in contact with the medium through the grounding electrode, and then grounded with the flange of the electromagnetic flowmeter through the grounding ring to achieve equal potential with the ground to eliminate interference.

Notes for electromagnetic flowmeter selection:

Electromagnetic flowmeter is a kind of instrument to measure the flow of conductive fluid by using Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction according to the electromotive force generated by the flow cutting magnetic field line. The common faults of electromagnetic flowmeter are: no display, inaccurate flow measurement, air traffic control alarm, system alarm, upper and lower limit alarm, etc.

With the continuous acceleration of industrialization, the problem of environmental pollution is becoming more and more serious, and the call of society for sustainable development is getting higher and higher, so the control of pollution is more urgent.

Electromagnetic flow meters offer several advantages, making them a popular choice in various industrial applications. Here are some of the key advantages of electromagnetic flow meters:

Suitability of electromagnetic flowmeters in chlor-alkali measurement chlor-alkali occupation measurement of brine and caustic soda, both of which have the same characteristics:

Dealing with a weak signal issue in an intelligent electromagnetic flowmeter is crucial to ensure accurate and reliable flow measurements. Weak signals can be caused by various factors, and addressing them requires a systematic troubleshooting approach. Here are some steps to help you diagnose and resolve the weak signal phenomenon:

According to different working conditions, split electromagnetic flowmeters can be divided into the following types:

In the electromagnetic flowmeter installation and debugging stage there will be some failures, below, we will understand the specific causes of the failure at this stage and their elimination methods.

Electromagnetic flow meters operate based on a fundamental principle of electromagnetic induction, providing an accurate and reliable method for measuring the flow of conductive fluids. The working principle involves Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction. As a conductive fluid flows through a pipe, it cuts across the magnetic field generated by coils or electrodes mounted on the flow meter. According to Faraday’s law, an electromotive force (EMF) is induced in the fluid perpendicular to both the magnetic field and the flow direction. The induced EMF is directly proportional to the flow velocity of the fluid.

In addition to signal analysis, real-time monitoring is a crucial aspect of fault diagnosis for electromagnetic flow meters. Continuous assessment of key parameters, such as fluid conductivity and temperature, can help detect anomalies that may impact meter accuracy. For instance, sudden changes in conductivity might signal issues like fluid contamination or changes in fluid composition, prompting the need for further investigation.

Measuring medium: Conductive liquid
Diameter range: DN3mm～DN3000mm
Accuracy: ± 0.5% of the indicated value, optional ± 0.3% or ± 0.2%
Measuring range (Flow rate): 0.01m/s～15m/s

According to the composition of the sensor and the converter, the electromagnetic flowmeter can be divided into two types: separation type and one type. The separation type is to set the sensor and the converter independently, and the middle is connected with a cable, so the cable length is limited by the conductivity of the measured current body. One type is the sensor and converter as a whole set, so it is related to the fluid temperature and the ambient temperature, compared with the separation type, the applicable temperature range will be limited.

Environmental monitoring is another domain where electromagnetic flowmeters prove valuable. In applications related to ecological studies and environmental research, these flowmeters aid in measuring water flow in rivers, streams, and other natural water bodies. The data obtained contributes to a better understanding of ecosystems, water resource management, and environmental conservation efforts.

Measuring Range： Max 15m/s
Conductivity： >5us/cm
Protection Class： IP65(Standard); IP68(Optional for remote type)
Process Connection： Flange (Standard), Wafer, Thread, Tri-clamp etc (Optional)
Output Signal： 4-20mA/Pulse
Communication： RS485(Standard), HART(Optional),GPRS/GSM (Optional)
Power Supply： AC220V (can be used for AC85-250V)
DC24V (can be used for DC20-36V)
DC12V (optional), Battery Powered 3.6V (optional)
Power Consumption： <20W Alarm： Upper Limit Alarm / Lower Limit Alarm Self-diagnosis： Empty Pipe Alarm, Exciting Alarm Explosion Proof： ATEX

Electromagnetic flowmeter is a kind of induction instrument to measure the volume flow of conductive medium in tubes. It has been used in many fields. It is popular for its intuitive display and convenient operation. Here is to introduce the electromagnetic flowmeter according to the use.

The use of electromagnetic flowmeters is very wide, and this measuring instrument is used in many industries. Electromagnetic flowmeter is different from the general flowmeter, it follows the principle of electromagnetic induction, can measure the flow of liquid in the pipeline and its velocity.

Electromagnetic flowmeter in use, we need to pay attention to what? Today for you to do a simple description, I hope you pay attention to the following points about the maintenance of electromagnetic flowmeters:

The electromagnetic flow meter consists of a non-conductive pipe lined with a conductive material, typically made of metal. The meter contains coils or electrodes positioned opposite each other on the pipe’s inner walls. A magnetic field is then generated by passing a current through these coils, creating a measurable voltage across the fluid. The induced voltage, or EMF, is directly proportional to the fluid’s velocity, allowing the flow meter to accurately determine the flow rate. Importantly, this principle remains effective regardless of the fluid’s conductivity, making electromagnetic flow meters suitable for a wide range of applications, including water, wastewater, and various industrial processes.

Electromagnetic flowmeter is designed for the measurement of conductive liquid instrument, its high accuracy, wide range ratio, internal no moving parts, open flow parts, no pressure loss. Excellent corrosion resistance, high pressure resistance, strong adaptability, has been widely used in various production fields.

Electromagnetic flowmeters, also known as magmeters or magnetic flowmeters, typically generate electrical output signals proportional to the flow rate of a conductive fluid passing through a pipe. The most common output signals from electromagnetic flowmeters include:

Electromagnetic flowmeter is composed of two parts: sensor and converter. It is based on Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction, used to measure the volume flow of conductive liquid with an electrical conductivity greater than 5μS/cm, is a kind of induction instrument to measure the volume flow of conductive medium.

1, structure method: different electromagnetic flowmeter structure its price is very different, Aister instrument electromagnetic flowmeter is divided into a type electromagnetic flowmeter, component type electromagnetic flowmeter;

Electromagnetic flowmeter selection principle:

Installing electromagnetic flowmeters correctly is essential for ensuring accurate and reliable flow measurement. Here are some precautions to consider when installing electromagnetic flowmeters: