Choose flow meter, need to know what?

(1) The horizontally installed sensor of the turbine flowmeter requires that the pipe should not have a visually perceptible tilt (within 5°). The vertical deviation of the vertically installed sensor pipe should be less than 5°, and the fluid direction should be down and up.

Another important requirement of the electromagnetic flowmeter: how to accurately select the lining material, the lining material of the electromagnetic flowmeter should be selected according to the erosion, wear and temperature of the measured medium.

With the continuous development of industrialization, flowmeters are more and more trusted by various industries, it is inevitable that customers will have some doubts about the installation requirements of flowmeters, Aister gives you a brief overview.

The thermal gas mass flowmeter is an instrument for measuring fluid flow by using the principle of heat conduction. The instrument uses constant temperature difference method to accurately measure the gas mass flow.

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

Vortex steam flowmeter is one of the main flowmeter products, widely used in petroleum, chemical industry, metallurgy, heating and other departments. Test and measure the flow of liquid, gas and steam.

Ultrasonic flowmeter in the industrial automation more and more wide range of use, many owners in the purchase of ultrasonic flowmeter, will encounter some easy to ignore in the selection of parameters, in view of this phenomenon, Aister instrument to give you a few ultrasonic flowmeter selection needs some parameters.

Nominal diameter: DN15-DN200mm
Accuracy level: ±1%R、±0.5%R、±0.2%R (to be customized)
Instrument type: Field display type, pulse output type, 4-20mA output type, split remote display type
Applicable medium: No impurities, low viscosity, no strong corrosive liquid

Electromagnetic flowmeter mainly has two kinds of pipe segment type and plug-in type, and is divided into two types of body type and sub-body type, of which the plug-in electromagnetic flowmeter is suitable for DN300 or more pipelines.

Electromagnetic flowmeter, with high precision, long life characteristics, in chemical industry, environmental protection, metallurgy and other fields and industries have been applied. However, in the process of use, due to the influence of many factors, it is easy to cause the inaccurate measurement results of the electromagnetic flowmeter. So what are the reasons for the error of the electromagnetic flowmeter?

vortex flow meter is a specialized instrument designed for measuring the flow rate of liquids, gases, or steam in various industrial processes. It operates on the principle of the Von Kármán effect, where a bluff body (typically a shedder bar or a blunt object) is placed in the flow stream. As the fluid passes by the bluff body, vortices are formed alternately on either side, creating a pattern. The frequency of these vortices is directly proportional to the velocity of the flowing fluid, allowing the vortex flow meter to accurately determine the flow rate.

Measuring medium：Liquid, gas, saturated steam, superheated steam
Accuracy：Liquid ±1.0%, gas (steam) ±1.5%, plug-in ±2.5%
Working pressure：1.6MPa，2.5MPa，4.0MPa，6.4MPa
Medium temperature：Ordinary type -40 ~ 150℃
Medium temperature type -40 ~ 250℃
High temperature type -40 ~ 350℃
Output signal：Three-wire voltage pulse, low level 0 ~ 1V,
high level > 4V, duty cycle 50%;
Two-wire system standard current 4 ~ 20mA;
Three-wire system standard current 0 ~ 10mA
Working environment：-35℃～+60℃，Humidity ≤95%RH
Working power supply：DC12V；DC24V
Material：Carbon steel, stainless steel
Explosion-proof type：Intrinsically safe ExibIICT6

In order to solve the problem of leakage caused by poor measurement accuracy or inability to measure below the lower limit of the instrument, a new type of thermal gas mass flowmeter is developed based on the theory of forced convection heat transfer and the principle of hot wire anemometer. The sensitivity of the instrument is greatly improved and the dead zone of the instrument is reduced by using microfilament structure in the sensitive element and the velocity measuring heating element.

Gas flowmeter is a general term for many measurable gas flows. Today, we mainly explain the installation conditions of vortex flowmeter.

There are many things to pay attention to in the installation of the temperature and pressure compensation gas turbine flowmeter, such as: the need for good grounding, the need to install filters during installation and the requirements of the installation environment, etc., only we really understand its installation precautions, can effectively ensure the measurement accuracy and service life of the gas turbine flowmeter.

Vortex flowmeter is a commonly used flow meter, the use of any instrument is inseparable from daily maintenance and maintenance, whether it is its own failure or interference by external factors, we calmly respond to the occurrence of failure.

Thermal gas mass flowmeter is a high-end gas measuring instrument, with many advantages, wide range ratio, plug-in connection mode can be selected when large diameter, convenient for subsequent disassembly and maintenance, various power supply modes, 24V or 220V can be used, ground pipe local display, high altitude pipe separate display, etc. However, thermal gas mass flowmeters are not suitable for all occasions.

Vortex flowmeters are versatile instruments commonly used in various industries for fluid flow measurement. Here are some applications of vortex flowmeters in different industries:

Electromagnetic flowmeter has very good characteristics, can solve other flowmeter is not easy to apply problems, such as dirty flow, corrosion flow measurement, so the application of electromagnetic flowmeter is more and more extensive. To choose a suitable electromagnetic flowmeter for yourself, you must have an understanding of it.

In the energy sector, particularly in power generation plants, electromagnetic flowmeters play a critical role in measuring cooling water flow. The accuracy and stability of these flowmeters help power plants maintain optimal operating conditions and monitor the efficiency of their cooling systems. Additionally, electromagnetic flowmeters are used in the oil and gas industry for measuring the flow of hydrocarbons, providing crucial data for production and transportation processes.

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

Electromagnetic flow meters, like any complex instrumentation, require effective fault diagnosis methods to ensure their optimal performance and reliability. One common approach to diagnosing issues with electromagnetic flow meters involves the analysis of the sensor signals. Any deviation from the expected output can be indicative of potential problems within the system. Advanced diagnostic algorithms can be employed to detect abnormalities in the induced voltage or electromagnetic field, allowing for the identification of faults such as sensor drift, signal noise, or electrode fouling.

Intelligent precession vortex flowmeter is a new type of gas flow meter developed by our company. The flowmeter integrates the function of flow, temperature and pressure detection, and can automatically compensate the temperature, pressure and compression factor. It is an ideal instrument for gas measurement in petroleum, chemical industry, electric power, metallurgy and other industries.

Nominal diameter： DN15-DN200mm
Accuracy： 1.0/1.5
Body material: Aluminum alloy, 304 stainless steel
Applicable media: Compressed air, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, natural gas, argon, liquefied gas, etc., corrosion, moisture can not be measured, such as chlorine, hydrogen, steam, ammonia.

The reason why the thermal gas mass flowmeter is so popular is mainly due to its many advantages and wide application scenarios. Here’s a breakdown of why it’s popular:

Vortex flow meters find diverse applications across industries where accurate measurement and monitoring of fluid flow are critical. One prominent use is in the oil and gas sector, where vortex flow meters are employed to measure the flow rates of various hydrocarbons. These meters excel in handling the challenges posed by the varying viscosities and temperatures of oil and gas, providing reliable measurements for custody transfer, production monitoring, and process optimization.

Precession vortex flowmeter fault phenomenon and treatment:

The thermal gas flowmeter has many remarkable characteristics, which make it widely used in the field of gas flow measurement. The following are the main features of thermal gas flowmeters:

The installation direction of the electromagnetic flowmeter is not particularly strict requirements, generally horizontal, vertical or inclined can be unlimited. However, it must be reminded that in order to ensure that the pipeline is full of the measured medium, that is, the “full tube” state, it is recommended to install vertically, flow from bottom to bottom, especially for liquid-solid two-phase fluids, it must be installed vertically. If the site only allows horizontal installation, it must be ensured that the two electrodes are in the same horizontal plane, and the axis of the electrode must be approximately horizontal, because the electrode at the bottom is easily covered by sediment, and the top electricity is easily wiped by the occasional bubble in the liquid, covering the electrode surface and making the output signal fluctuate. The following lists the matters that need attention in the installation of electromagnetic flowmeters:

One of the defining features of electromagnetic flowmeters is their exceptional precision and accuracy in measuring fluid flow rates. The utilization of Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction ensures that the induced voltage is directly proportional to the flow rate of the conductive liquid passing through the magnetic field. This inherent accuracy makes electromagnetic flowmeters a go-to choice in applications where precise measurements are critical, such as in pharmaceutical manufacturing, chemical processing, and water treatment.

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

One of the key advantages of thermal mass flow meters is their quick response time, enabling real-time monitoring and control of gas flow in dynamic processes. Moreover, these meters are known for their low pressure drop, minimizing energy consumption and preserving the efficiency of the overall system. With no moving parts, thermal mass flow meters also offer low maintenance requirements, reducing downtime and operational costs for industries relying on precise gas flow measurements.

Response speed: 1s
Output signal: 4-20mA (Photoelectric isolation, large load 500Ω)、
pulse、RS-485 (photoelectric isolation)、HART agreement
Alarm: 1-2 relay normally open contact、10A/220V/AC、*/30V/DC
Type of supply: Separate structure, integrated structure
Pipe material: Carbon steel, stainless steel, plastic, etc
Field display: Four lines of Chinese liquid crystal display
Display content: Mass flow, standard volume flow, cumulative flow, standard time, cumulative running time, standard flow rate, etc
Protection grade: IP65
Sensor material: Stainless steel Stainless steel, carbon steel

Pipe Size: DN25-DN1200mm (1”~48”)
Fluid: Single medium liquid
Temperature: -40℃~80℃ (standard), -40℃~130℃ (optional)
Accuracy: ±1% of measured value
Flow Range: ±0.01 m/s~ ±12 m/s