Flow Meters and Switches for Liquid Measurement
Common types of liquid flow meters include:
- Magnetic flow meters: measure the velocity of a liquid by detecting the changes in a magnetic field caused by the liquid.
- Ultrasonic flow meters: measure the velocity of a liquid by detecting the changes in the frequency of sound waves caused by the liquid.
- Coriolis flow meters: measure the velocity of a liquid by detecting the changes in the momentum of the liquid caused by the Coriolis effect.
- Turbine flow meters: measure the velocity of a liquid by detecting the changes in the rotational speed of a turbine caused by the liquid.
- Variable area flow meters: measure the velocity of a liquid by detecting the changes in the area of a constriction caused by the liquid.
- Vortex flow meters: measure the velocity of a liquid by detecting the changes in the frequency of vortices caused by the liquid.
InnovaMass 240i Inline
Sierra Instruments
InnovaMass 241S Insertion
Sierra Instruments
Pro-V M22/M23
Vortek Instruments
What is Liquid Measurement?
Liquid flow measurement is the process of determining the rate at which a liquid is flowing. It is used in a variety of applications, including:
- Chemical processing
- Oil and gas production
- Water treatment
- Food and beverage production
- HVAC
- Environmental monitoring
There are many different types of liquid flow meters available, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Some of the most common types of liquid flow meters include:
- Turbine flow meters
- Ultrasonic flow meters
- Vortex flow meters
- Magnetic flow meters
- Orifice plate flow meters
The type of liquid flow meter that is best for a particular application will depend on a number of factors, including the flow rate, the viscosity of the liquid, the size of the pipe, and the accuracy required.