The flow range of turbine meters is reduced considerably when metering viscous liquids. Under certain conditions, the rotation speed of blade will be in direct proportion to the flow. Turbine flow meter installation and operation guide. The flow meter is designed to work in any orientation, but the preferred orientation is to have the meter installed in horizontal piping. Blancett 1100 turbine flow meter turbine flow meters. Oct 07, 2016 watch turbine flow meters advantages and disadvantages. The ftb1400 series turbine meter repair kit is designed for easy field service of a damaged flow meter, rather than replacing the entire flow meter. We provide best solutions that will meet the extreme conditions. The lt turbine flow meter with frequency output provides a precision solution to the flow measurement of hydraulic systems on test stands, machine tools and other fixed or mobile applications.
Turbine flowmeters measure volumetric flow, where fluid passing through the meter body is measured by the mean velocity of the flowing fluid media. Ftb790 series turbine meters with microprocessorbased electronics offers a durable, compact, highprecision fluid measurement device, with total and rate indication. Turbine flow meter manual 0514 072 518 page 7 section 2. It is a closely held company owned and operated by erik and lars rosaen. A turbine meter consists of a practically frictionfree rotor pivoted along the axis of the meter tube and designed in such a way that the rate of rotation of the rotor is proportional to the rate of flow of fluid through the meter. Our turbine meters are available in a range of materials including pvc, pvdf, nylon, stainless steel, aluminium and bronze. Fml250 user manual universal flow monitors flow meters. Turbine flow meter use a freespinning turbine wheel to measure fluid velocity, much like a miniature windmill installed in the flow stream turbine flow meter. The fundamental design goal of a turbine flow meter is to make the turbine element as freespinning as possible, so no torque will be required to sustain the turbines rotation. Flow technology ft series turbine flowmeters for gas applications.
The blancett 1100 turbine flow meter is designed to withstand the demands of the most rigorous flow measurement applications. The fundamental design goal of a turbine flow meter is to make the turbine element as freespinning as possible, so no torque will be required to sustain the turbine. Turbine flowmeters are used for the measurement of natural gas and liquid flow. The standard fmtlx turbine meter is suitable for custody transfer gas measurement of all noncorrosive gases such as natural gas, propane, butane, air, nitrogen. What links here related changes upload file special pages permanent link page. Flow vanes figure 1nomenclature for easy reference, the meter specifications to include part number, serial number, maximum working pressure, and minimummaximum operating temperature are imprinted on a stainless steel tag figure 2, page 6 or engraved on the meter body figure 3, page 6. Any display equipment ordered with the meters, will be packed. Series turbine meter, the included factory calibration will provide dependable and accurate flow information.
Ftb700 series turbine flow meters pvc flange mount. Data based on h 2o for liquidsair for gases model description chart lc 14 mbnla4htx gross pressure drop psid min. We provide fullservice maintenance, calibration and rebuilding of turbine flow meters at very competitive prices. The magnetic pickoff is located directly above the turbine, near the downstream end of the flow meter. Turbine flow meter b1500 series product data sheet shown with blancett b000 description blancett b1500 turbine flow meters have exceptional mechanical linearity, resulting in minimizing, or negating, temperature induced viscosity influence. Turbine flow meters use the mechanical energy of the liquid to rotate a rotor in the flow stream. Flow measurement, turbine flowmeters, flow meter, turbine created date.
Unlike turbine flow meters, paddled wheel flow meters use frequency to calculate water flow. Media in category flow meters the following 104 files are in this category, out of 104 total. Turbine flow meter axial turbine meter altm altm turbine flow meters hereinafter referred to as turbines are used for the precise measurement of instantaneous flow rates of low viscosity fluids as. Flow meters with flanged end connections typically do have the 1 nipple. Halliburton turbine flow meters indicate flow rate halliburton liquid turbine flow meters and measure total throughput of a liquid line. Ultralink allows you to view the wave forms, configure, calibrate and troubleshoot your dynasonics device. Each model presents a unique solution for a wide variety of precise flow.
Install the nuflo liquid turbine flowmeter as follows. The flow meter must be installed with the flow direction arrow pointing in the direction of fluid flow. These features make the turbine meter an ideal device for measuring flow rate. Turbo pro multivariable flowmeter vortek instruments. The flow direction arrow can be found on the side of the flow meter. Omega ftb700 series turbine meters have a unique system of preciselymachined helical rotors and highquality jewel bearings. Unpacking turbine flow meters are generally shipped in one package unless optional hardware or equipment is ordered. Under certain conditions, the rotation speed of blade will be in direct proportion to the flow velocity.
Turbine flowmeter series f7002 general f7002 turbine flow meters f7002 turbine flow meters hereinafter referred to as turbines are used for the precise measurement of instantaneous flow of lowviscosity fluids rates and flow. Align the meter bore with the pipe, ensuring that the direction of flow corresponds with the direction of the arrow engraved on the meter. Flow measurement solutions flow meter manufacturer. Over 30 years experience in the flow measurement industry and previously manufactured under the brand names, efm, aot, hydrial aot, gh flow automation thermo electron and thermo fisher. Each daniel turbine meter is comprised of a cylindrical housing that contains a precise turbine rotor assembly. Blancett flow meters, division of racine federated inc. For dongyang turbine flow meters, you should provide a backpressure downstream pressure of at least 1.
Turbine type flow meter can measure wide range medium with low flow,size from dn4dn200,accuracy can be up to 0. Ftb690 series turbine meters with microprocessorbased electronics offers a durable, compact, highprecision fluid measurement device, with total and rate indication. The cornerstone of our cryogenic measurement systems is the sponsler precision turbine flowmeter. As liquid flows through the meter and over the rotor, the. Originally developed for the secondary oil recovery market, the model 1100 is an ideal meter for liquid flow measurement on or off the oil field. Pdf turbine flowmeter and viscosity effects of liquid hydrocarbons. The output of the meter is taken by an electrical pickoffs mounted on the meter. Dynamics of turbine flow meters technische universiteit eindhoven. Utilizing a wide range of meter sizes the in line turbine flowmeters give continuous, reliable flow measurement with high levels of accuracy and repeatability. Most times the relationship between water current frequency and volume is not linear, and complex math must be used to derive the flow rate.
These meters are very accurate and the flow measurement is independent of density, temperature and pressure of the medium. Cox precision flow meters have been an icon of turbine flow meters since their development in the early 1940s. This rotational speed is sensed by means of an electric pickoff coil fitted to the outside of the meter housing. Nuflo liquid turbine flowmeter controls and meters. The unique fmts turbine meter is suitable for custody transfer gas measurement of all noncorrosive gases such as natural gas, propane, butane, air, nitrogen. Sentry series turbine meters utilize both an upstream and downstream stator and have tungsten carbide bearings with a hydro. The unit has optional temperature compensation which makes adjustments to the flow. Ftb100 turbine flowmeters with economical ball bearing. Linear flow for estimating pressure drop on liquids other than water at room temperature. The model 1100 turbine flow meter is designed to withstand the demands of the most rigorous flow measurement applications. A turbine flow meter is a liquidgas velocity measurement device the turbine flow meter contains a free spinning turbine rotor that turns at a speed that is proportional to the flow velocity.
A ferritic, stainless steel rotor revolves within a non magnetic housing on the outside of which is located a pick off coil containing a permanent magnet. Pdf the article presents the results of tests carried out in turbine meters to investigate the effects of different viscosities in the curves, and to. This package may contain up to two complete meters along with the optional installation kits. Total flow value kept for 10 years after power off. Microturbine flow meters, also described as axial or pelton wheel flow meters, are devices used to measure low flow levels of clean gas or liquid flow rates, and are ideal for measuring consistent flow rates if your searching for a product that can measure flow rates that vary, consider a thermal mass flow meter. Flow monitors highly accurate cryogenic flow measurement the tmc series cryogenic turbine flow meter is specifically engineered for extreme temperature applications. To download the file, right click and choose save target as. Turbine flow meters are designed to maximize throughout and minimize pressure drop, maintain high flow rates over an extended flow range and offer pulse output that is linear to the flow. It consists of a flow tube with end connections and a magnetic multi bladed free spinning rotor impeller mounted inside. Ftb790 series turbine flowmeters with local digital. It features a rugged 316 stainless steel housing and rotor support assemblies, cd4mcu stainless steel rotor, and abrasiveresistant tungsten carbide rotor shaft and journal bearings.
Pdf in the modern age of industrialization measuring the flow of fluid in an industry is a major issue for controlling the production process. The nonmetallic bearing retainers minimize friction, thereby allowing these meters. A magnetic pickup senses the rotor blades as they pass and generates an electrical sine wave signal. Keep in mind when going to individual product pages you will have to select the size youre interested in to see the appropriate pricing. Historically, turbine flow meters figure 1 were preferred for clean, filtered, low viscosity fluids.
One of the limitations of turbine flow meters is the fact that they have to be used only with clean, lowviscosity, noncorrosive fluids. Turbine flow meter axial turbine meter smartmeasurement. Insertion turbine flow meters measure flows of liquid, gas, and steam by detecting the frequency of rotation of the turbine blades. Turbine flow meters troubleshooting instrumentationtools. Generally, it is common practice to install a strainer upstream to a turbine flow meter for protection against particulates. With comparatively low pressure drop for inline meters, turbine flow meters deliver unprecedented accuracy. The working principles and design of turbine flow meters are well documented. Flow meters with threaded end connections typically do not have the 1 nipple. The flow meter mounts directly in the flow line and consists of a cylindrically bored housing, a flow straightener and turbine assembly, and a magnetic pickoff, as shown in figure 1. Installation drawing grooved victaulic tm male tm 2 inch female tm turbine. The rotational speed of the rotor is directly proportional to the velocity of the fluid travelling through the meter. This familyowned business started out making variable flow switches for the. Combined p, t and q measurement possible with additional sensors.
Sponsler precision turbine flowmeters are constructed with a unique combination of alloys that ensure rotor reliability and flowmeter accuracy. These are provided in hdpe for simplifying the installation of wafer style turbine flow meters. The able range of turbine flow meters offer high accuracy and reliability. Turbine flowmeters with economical ball bearing design. As liquid flows through the meter and over the rotor, the rotor turns at a speed that is directly proportional to the flow rate. Liquid turbine flow meters ikm laboratorium, rental. Cad drawings for typical installation, piping and applications for flow meters and btu meters. This includes working on other companies equipment, and customtailoringupgrading meters to fit your application. Transit time flow meters transit time flow meters consist of electronics with remote or integral transducer options to measure bidirectional flow of clean liquids. Blancett turbine flow meters badger meter europa flow. Flow monitors turbine inline meters for liquids the tm series liquid turbine flow meter is a highlyversatile product line that offers all stainless steel, precisionmachined components with cd4mcu steel rotors. Maintenance and service tools, flow computers and other accessories for flow measurement.
The access instrumentation model a 6500 turbine flowmeter is intended for the highly accurate measurement. Archived pdf from the original on 25 september 2015. User manual pn 39008515, rev af march 2019 daniel series 1500 liquid turbine meter nps 3 through 24. Turbine flow meters we offer a variety of turbine flow meters suitable for low to medium viscosity lubricating fluids, nonlubricating fluids and dry gas. Pickoff selection reasons to choose a rf pickoff use on ft24 and smaller meters. Our selection of electronic and mechanical registers allow you to assemble a cryogenic measurement. Publishers pdf, also known as version of record includes final page, issue and. A flow meter is an instrument used to measure linear, nonlinear, mass or volumetric flow rate of a liquid or a gas. Flow measurement is the quantification of bulk fluid movement. Imported items will be accepted against following import documents. Our turbine line of flow meters include both axial and paddle wheel designs, that range in size and budget and handle flows from. The frequency is a representation of the water current traveling through the flow meter. Turbine flow meters are designed to maximize throughout and minimize pressure drop, maintain high flow rates over an extended flow range and offer pulse output that is linear to the flow rate.
Turbine flow meters are easy to maintain, durable and versatile. Daniel parity turbine meter and preamplifier assembly. Flow meters rugged and accurate, these tsoc44a qualified turbine flowmeters are designed to be mounted directly on an aircraft engine within a highpressure fuel loop. Nuflo turbine flow meters indicate flow rate and measure total throughput.
These meters are used in multiple industries to reliably measure the velocity of a variety of liquids, gases and vapors. One or two magnetic pickoffs are mounted in a boss on the meter. Daniel series 1200 and 1500 liquid turbine flow meter systems combine turbine meters and electronic instrumentation to measure volumetric total flow andor flow rate. Flow meter manuals, drawings, certifications, and other. Pdf design and fabrication of a turbine flow meter researchgate. Ftb690 series economical turbine flow meters with local. Electromagnetic flow meters electromagnetic flow meters are ideally suited for flow measurement of all liquids with a minimum conductivity of 5 scm 20 scm for demineralized water. A flying lead pickoff with smooth body are used on flow meters that do have the 1 mnpt nipple. Turbine flow meter is the most popular equipment to measure flow electronically.
Fixed restriction variable head type flow meters using different sensors like orifice plate, venturi tube, flow nozzle, pitot tube, dall tube, quan. Universal flow monitors fml250 user manual revision a page 1 description the fml250 flow monitor is a microcontroller based rate totalizer designed for liquid applications. Turbine meters are simple to operate and maintain, and in service worldwide as a reliable, costeffective method for achieving accurate flow measurement. Tfx ultra flow meter supporting the widest range of pipe. The hlwgy series turbine flow meters have a simple structure, high accuracy, good repetitiveness, fast response time and easy maintenance. Introduction flocleantm 2 the floclean sanitary turbine flow meter. When choosing flow meters, one should consider such intangible factors as familiarity of plant personnel, their experience with calibration and maintenance, spare parts availability, and mean time between failure history, etc. Hoffer oval gear positive displacement flow meters.
Here youll find all of our meters that are offered in 38 size. They offer a wide flow and application rangeability. The blade will rotate as the friction moment and the fluid resistance are overcome andit willreachastable speedwhen themomentsare at balance. The flow meter may be installed in any orientation vertical, horizontal, etc.
Blancett b1500 flow meters are precisely manufactured and calibrated instruments used in accurate rateof flow and total flow measurement. It is widely used for liquids which are not corrosive to stainless steel, and do not have fibre or particles. Turbine flow meters for flow measurement of fuels, marine engine fuel monitoring, light fuel oil, thermal oil, solvents, tap and demineralised water as well as special models for refrigerants, pharmaceutical fluids, cryogenic fluids, liquefied gases and highpressure applications. From costeffective mechanical indicators to very advanced flow instrumentation.