Liquid Flow Meters and Switches

As technology advances and new industries are developed, the need for precise and exact measurements only increases. Liquid flow meters are one such innovative tool created to meet this need. Continuous development of these instruments has served the advancement of many different industries and an ever-increasing range of applications.   True to its name, liquid flow meters measure liquid or gas flow through a pipe and its rate of change. Different types exist with varying construction to serve a wide range of purposes; however, each are built to the best possible fluid dynamic principles. Important technical features and type of meter used generally depend on the viscosity, temperature, etc. of a liquid and the area of application. Benefits through Wide-Range Applications Today, liquid flow meters have cemented themselves as essential instruments used in many different industries. Some of these industries are: ·        ...

The use of liquid flow measurement is important is a number of different industries which include power, oil, water and waste treatment. These industries need to know the accurate amount of liquid being flowed through a point. Liquid flow meters are utilized to determine the volume of liquid flowing through in order to determine the amount that needs to be billed or the quantity of product being produced. A liquid flow meter is an instrument utilized to gauge linear, non-linear, mass or volumetric rate of a liquid flow. It is used in a number of different application such as natural sources, pipelines, chambers, tanks, industry usable chambers, etc. Available with diverse technical features and mechanisms, the particular application defines the capacity and type of the liquid flow meter. The distinction in the functional method and technical aspects is based on their areas of applications, operational values and nature of liquid that is being measured by them. Liquid ...

Water flow meters are used to measure the volume of water used in commercial and residential buildings. The water is supplied to homes and offices via a public water supply system. Water meters may also be used at water sources or throughout the water system to calculate the flow rate of a part of the system. Water flow meters may also measure the flow rate of slurries or fluids in closed pipes. The flow rate of water is measured in cubic metres (m3) or litres on an electronic or mechanical register. Water flow meters can measure hot water, cold water, clean water, dirty water and slurries. Two common methods are used in water flow meter measurement: velocity and displacement flow meters. Each type takes advantage of a variety of technologies. Paddlewheel Sensors The Paddlewheel sensor is a cost effective and most commonly used water flow meter. It may also be used to measure flow rates of water-like fluids. Many paddlewheel sensors are sold with inse...

A Series of Articles designed to help customers in their liquid flow system applications using Proteus Industries liquid flow products. Q: What are some general tips and guidance on fittings/connector selection and options when using my Proteus paddlewheel  type  flow sensor? A: There are many considerations when selecting fittings for a Proteus  paddlewheel type flow sensor . (Proteus also offers Vortex type flow sensors, which are covered in a separate note.) In this discussion we find that such a seemingly simple issue can become very complicated indeed. The purpose here is to highlight the many nuanced considerations which the customer may then investigate further depending on their level of interest.  Key subjects are: ·          connection/fitting types: NPT, SAE ·          connection form: elbows, straight pipes ·        ...