The selection of ultrasonic flowmeter should pay attention to several problems

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.

Ultrasonic flowmeters are instruments that measure flow by detecting the effect of fluid flow on an ultrasonic beam (or ultrasonic pulse). The ultrasonic flowmeter is mainly composed of an ultrasonic transducer (or an ultrasonic flow sensor composed of a transducer and a measuring tube) and a transducer mounted on the measuring pipe.

Ultrasonic flowmeter is a non-contact flow measuring instrument, which has developed rapidly in the past 20 years and has become an indispensable flowmeter in flow measuring instruments.

The pharmaceutical and chemical industries also benefit significantly from ultrasonic flow meters. In these sectors, where precise measurement of liquid chemicals is crucial for manufacturing processes, ultrasonic flow meters offer a reliable and contamination-free solution. Their non-invasive nature is particularly advantageous when dealing with sensitive or hazardous substances, ensuring the integrity of the product while maintaining operational efficiency.

Ultrasonic flow meters have become integral tools across various industries due to their versatility and non-intrusive nature. One prominent application of ultrasonic flow meters is in the field of water and wastewater management. Municipalities and water treatment plants employ these meters to measure the flow rates of water in pipes without disrupting the flow itself. The non-contact nature of ultrasonic technology minimizes the risk of contamination and allows for accurate measurement, contributing to efficient water distribution and conservation efforts.

Advantages of ultrasonic flow meter

Measuring medium: single sound conducting liquid medium
Measuring range: ± 0.03ft /s~ ± 40ft /s (± 0.01m /s~ ± 12m /s)
Accuracy class: ±1%
Pipe diameter range: 1″~48″(25mm~1200mm)
Handheld (portable) ultrasonic flowmeter with external clip-on sensing to measure liquid flow. The installation process is extremely simple, and the all-Chinese man-machine interface makes it easier to operate.

The selection of ultrasonic flowmeter should pay attention to several problems

Ultrasonic flowmeters are widely used for measuring the flow of liquids in various industrial applications. Like any other equipment, they may experience common faults in practical applications. Some of the common fault situations with ultrasonic flowmeters include:

Correction methods for ultrasonic flowmeters are essential to ensure accurate and reliable measurements. Here are some specific correction methods commonly used in practice:

ultrasonic flow meters find applications in HVAC systems for measuring the flow of heating or cooling fluids. Their non-intrusive installation makes them an ideal choice for retrofits and upgrades to existing systems, allowing for accurate measurement without disrupting the infrastructure. This application contributes to the efficient operation of HVAC systems, optimizing energy consumption and ensuring optimal environmental conditions in buildings.

Ultrasonic flowmeter is a non-contact flow measuring instrument, which has developed rapidly in the past 20 years and has become an indispensable flowmeter in flow measuring instruments.

Many times when we measure the flow, we often use a more convenient handheld ultrasonic flowmeter, because the handheld flowmeter has a high accuracy and belongs to the contact measuring instrument, so we should also pay attention to the operating specifications when operating, and a lot of precautions, so today, what are the precautions for using the handheld flowmeter?

Measuring medium: single sound conducting liquid medium
Measuring range: ± 0.03ft /s~ ± 40ft /s (± 0.01m /s~ ± 12m /s)
Accuracy class: ±1%
Pipe diameter range: 1″~48″(25mm~1200mm)
Handheld (portable) ultrasonic flowmeter with external clip-on sensing to measure liquid flow. The installation process is extremely simple, and the all-Chinese man-machine interface makes it easier to operate.

Measuring medium: single sound conducting liquid medium
Measuring range: ± 0.03ft /s~ ± 40ft /s (± 0.01m /s~ ± 12m /s)
Accuracy class: ±1%
Pipe diameter range: 1″~48″(25mm~1200mm)

Measuring range ±0.03 ft/s ~ ±40 ft/s (±0.01 m/s~ ±12 m/s)
Accuracy ±1%
Diameter range 1″~48″(25mm~1200mm)
Measuring medium Single conducting liquid medium
Measurable pipe Carbon steel, stainless steel, PVC pipe or other dense sound conductive pipe
Output Analog output: 4~20mA, maximum load 750Ω, Modbus: RS485
SD card storage 16G
Set the storage interval 1 ~ 99999 s
Keyboard Digital film keying
Display screen  240*128 LCD display (with backlight)
Power source Rechargeable lithium battery with 3000mAh battery capacity. Under normal use, a full charge can be used for 16 hours.
Operating temperature Transmitter: -40℃~ 60 ℃, sensor: -40℃~80℃, standard type; The range from -40 ° C to 130 ° C is optional
Measure the ambient relative humidity 0-99%
Protection class Transmitter IP65, sensor IP68
Cable Twisted pair shielded cable, standard length of 5 meters

Measuring medium: single sound conducting liquid medium
Measuring range: ± 0.03ft /s~ ± 40ft /s (± 0.01m /s~ ± 12m /s)
Accuracy class: ±1%
Pipe diameter range: 1″~48″(25mm~1200mm)

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

1, ultrasonic flowmeter probe used for a period of time, there will be irregular alarm. Especially when there are more impurities in the conveying medium, this problem will be more common.
Solution: Clean the probe regularly (cleaning once a year is recommended).

In the energy sector, particularly in the oil and gas industry, ultrasonic flow meters are widely used to measure the flow rates of hydrocarbons in pipelines. These meters offer a non-intrusive solution for accurately monitoring oil and gas flows, ensuring precise measurement without the need for cutting into pipelines. The ability to operate in challenging environments, such as high-pressure pipelines, makes ultrasonic flow meters suitable for upstream and downstream applications, providing essential data for process control and optimization.

Ultrasonic flowmeters are well-suited for measuring the flow of clean liquids in a variety of industrial applications. Clean liquids, such as water, chemicals, or other non-viscous fluids, allow ultrasonic signals to propagate through the medium more effectively, resulting in accurate flow measurements. Here are some considerations for using ultrasonic flowmeters with clean liquids:

Measuring medium: single sound conducting liquid medium
Measuring range: ± 0.03ft /s~ ± 40ft /s (± 0.01m /s~ ± 12m /s)
Accuracy class: ±1%
Pipe diameter range: 1″~48″(25mm~1200mm)
Handheld (portable) ultrasonic flowmeter with external clip-on sensing to measure liquid flow. The installation process is extremely simple, and the all-Chinese man-machine interface makes it easier to operate.

Measuring medium: single sound conducting liquid medium
Measuring range: ± 0.03ft /s~ ± 40ft /s (± 0.01m /s~ ± 12m /s)
Accuracy class: ±1%
Pipe diameter range: 1″~48″(25mm~1200mm)
Handheld (portable) ultrasonic flowmeter with external clip-on sensing to measure liquid flow. The installation process is extremely simple, and the all-Chinese man-machine interface makes it easier to operate.

Measuring range ±0.03 ft/s ~ ±40 ft/s (±0.01 m/s~ ±12 m/s)
Accuracy ±1%
Diameter range 1″~48″(25mm~1200mm)
Measuring medium Single conducting liquid medium
Measurable pipe Carbon steel, stainless steel, PVC pipe or other dense sound conductive pipe
Output Analog output: 4~20mA, maximum load 750Ω, Modbus: RS485
SD card storage 16G
Set the storage interval 1 ~ 99999 s
Keyboard Digital film keying
Display screen  240*128 LCD display (with backlight)
Power source Rechargeable lithium battery with 3000mAh battery capacity. Under normal use, a full charge can be used for 16 hours.
Operating temperature Transmitter: -40℃~ 60 ℃, sensor: -40℃~80℃, standard type; The range from -40 ° C to 130 ° C is optional
Measure the ambient relative humidity 0-99%
Protection class Transmitter IP65, sensor IP68
Cable Twisted pair shielded cable, standard length of 5 meters

Ultrasonic flowmeters are instruments that measure flow by detecting the effect of fluid flow on an ultrasonic beam (or ultrasonic pulse). The ultrasonic flowmeter is mainly composed of an ultrasonic transducer (or an ultrasonic flow sensor composed of a transducer and a measuring tube) and a transducer mounted on the measuring pipe.