Description

Turbine flowmeters are a precision measurement device that allow high accuracy with minimal cost and configuration.
Gauges North West can offer a range of materials from low cost nylon and aluminium bodies to specialist options such as PVDF or stainless steel for more aggressive, higher temperature applications.
Remote flow rate indication, alarms, totalising and batch control functions are available enabling the flow meter to be located some considerable distance from the associated secondary instrument.Advantages for turbine flow meters
 High accuracy and good repeatability
 Fast response time – typically a few milliseconds
 High pressure and temperature capabilities
 Wide flow range options for both liquids and gases
 Good flexibility with associated digital readout devices including flow control options for both PC and PL
Disadvantages for turbine flow meters
 Require upstream straightener and filter for best results
 May over-read in pulsating flows
 Turbine flow meters for liquid can require regular re-calibration due to bearing wear
 Particulates can cause line blockage
 Has rotating parts that could clog from larger suspended solids in the liquid stream.
 Most turbine meters need a straight section of pipe upstream from the flowmeter in order to reduce turbulent flow. This may make installation a challenge in small areas.
Typical Application for turbine flow meters
 Pilot plants
 Research and development facilities
 Cooling water monitoring
 Inventory control metering applications
 Test stands
 Water consumption