In today’s demanding industrial environments, accurate and reliable flow measurement is paramount for process control, resource management, and operational efficiency. IFLO range of ultrasonic flow meters, with a particular focus on the highly versatile and efficient Clamp on type flow meter. This technology offers businesses a sophisticated solution for measuring liquid flow without the need for pipe alteration, ensuring uninterrupted operations and significant cost savings.
Ultrasonic flow meters are designed to measure liquid flow in closed pipelines and are recognized for their accuracy and reliability, making them exceptionally suitable for various industrial applications. The IFLO series encompasses several converter forms, including handheld, portable, wall-mounted, and modular designs, with sensor options such as plug-in, inline, and the advantageous clamping type.
The Superiority of the Clamp on Type Flow Meter
The IFLO Clamp on type flow meter stands out due to its non-invasive measurement principle. The sensors are simply installed on the outer wall of the pipeline to complete the flow measurement. This “clamping” approach eliminates the need to cut pipes or halt processes for installation, drastically reducing downtime and installation costs. This method is ideal for existing pipelines and applications where fluid contamination or pressure drop is a concern.
Key Advantages for Your Business:
- Non-Contact Measurement: The handheld ultrasonic flow meter, a variant of the clamp-on design, exemplifies this by achieving non-contact liquid flow measurement. This principle extends across various IFLO clamp-on models.
- Versatility: IFLO Clamp on type flow meters are compatible with a wide array of pipe materials, including Steel, stainless steel, copper, PVC, aluminum, fiberglass, and even pipes with lining. They accommodate a broad range of pipe diameters, from DN15 to DN6000.
- Accuracy and Reliability: These meters provide high accuracy, typically ±1% for flow measurement, ensuring dependable data for critical processes.
- Ease of Use and Portability: Models like the handheld version are noted for their small size, convenient carrying, and accurate measurement capabilities. Portable versions also offer convenience and accuracy, often including features like built-in printers and SD card memory.
IFLO Clamp on Type Flow Meter Solutions
Valvelink offers a comprehensive suite of IFLO Clamp on type flow meters tailored to diverse operational needs:
- Handheld Ultrasonic Flow Meter: Perfect for spot-checking and verification tasks, offering portability and quick, non-contact measurements.
- Portable Ultrasonic Flowmeter: Designed for temporary installations or when measurements are needed at multiple points, these units are convenient, accurate, and often feature data logging capabilities.
- Wall Mounted Clamp-on Ultrasonic Flowmeter: Ideal for permanent installations, these can be mounted on walls or in instrument boxes, offering continuous monitoring with a protection level for the host up to IP67.
- Modular Clamp-on Ultrasonic Flowmeter: Characterized by its small size and full functionality, this Clamp on type flow meter is suitable for batch use and installation in instrument boxes or power distribution cabinets, often installed on a guide rail.
- Fixed Mounting Ultrasonic Flow Meter: This system allows for permanent pipeline installation, where the sensors can be clamp-on, providing a lasting measurement solution.
Advanced Clamp-on Transducer Technology
The IFLO Clamp on type flow meter systems utilize a range of transducers designed for various pipe sizes and operating temperatures:
- Standard Clamp-on Transducers:
- TS-2 (Small): For pipe sizes DN15~DN100, temperature range −30∼90∘C.
- TM-1 (Medium): For pipe sizes DN50~DN700, temperature range −30∼90∘C.
- TL-1 (Large): For pipe sizes DN300~DN6000, temperature range −30∼90∘C.
- High Temperature Clamp-on Transducers:
- TS-2-HT (Small): For pipe sizes DN15~DN100, temperature range −30∼160∘C.
- TM-1-HT (Medium): For pipe sizes DN50~DN700, temperature range −30∼160∘C.
- TL-1-HT (Large): For pipe sizes DN300~DN6000, temperature range −30∼160∘C.
Similar transducer options are available for portable, wall-mounted, modular, and fixed Clamp on type flow meter configurations.
Key Technical Specifications
IFLO Clamp on type flow meters deliver robust performance across several parameters:
- Accuracy: Typically ±1% for flow. Some models offer ±2% for energy measurement.
- Pipe Diameter: DN15-DN6000.
- Flow Rate: Generally 0−±10m/s, with some models up to 0−12m/s.
- Medium Temperature: Can accommodate temperatures from −30∘C up to 160∘C, depending on the model and transducer selection.
- Turbidity: Suitable for liquids with turbidity up to 10000ppm with small bubble content.
- Signal Outputs & Inputs: Comprehensive options including 1-way 4-20mA output, OCT output (pulse), relay output, and 3-way 4-20mA input.
- Communication Protocols: Support for MODBUS, M-BUS, HART, RS485, and RS232 interfaces ensures seamless integration with existing control systems.
- Data Recording: Features like built-in memory (e.g., 32K or 32MB), external SD card support, and options for thermal printers facilitate data storage and analysis.
Partner with Valvelink for Your Flow Measurement Needs
Valvelink Company is committed to providing businesses with cutting-edge flow measurement solutions. The IFLO Clamp on type flow meter series represents a leap forward in operational efficiency, offering unparalleled ease of installation, accuracy, and versatility. By choosing IFLO, you are investing in a technology that minimizes disruption, adapts to a wide range of applications, and delivers reliable data to optimize your processes.
Contact Valvelink today to learn more about how the IFLO Clamp on type flow meter can revolutionize your liquid flow measurement.
