What is clamp on ultrasonic flow meter? Ultrasonic clamp on flow meters is a non-contact flow measurement device. By installing a pair of sensors on the outside of the pipe, the flow of liquid fluid is measured using the transmission and reception of ultrasonic waves.
There are two types of non-contact ultrasonic flowmeter technology, including Doppler technology and transit time technology.
Ultrasonic clamp on flow meters have become increasingly popular due to their non-invasive nature, quick installation, and ease of use.
Sino-Inst supplies various types of Ultrasonic Clamp on Flow Meters. Including wall-mounted hosts, handheld portable hosts. You can also choose a Doppler flow meter or a heat meter.
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Working Principle of Ultrasonic Clamp-on Flow Meters
Sino-Inst supplies mainly transit-time ultrasonic flowmeters. Here we briefly introduce the time difference method and Doppler ultrasonic flowmeter.
Time of Flight (ToF) Method
The most common method used in ultrasonic clamp-on flow meters is the Time of Flight (ToF) technique. This method involves transmitting ultrasonic signals from one transducer to another, mounted on opposite sides of the pipe. The time difference between the transmitted and received signals are used to calculate the flow rate.
Doppler Method
The Doppler method is another technique used in ultrasonic clamp-on flow meters. It relies on the Doppler effect, where the frequency of the transmitted ultrasonic signal changes as it reflects off particles or bubbles within the fluid. This frequency shift is used to determine the flow rate.
Benefits of clamp on ultrasonic flow meter: A Quick & Easy Solution for Flow Measurement
Advantages of clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter:
- Non-contact measurement. Will not interfere with fluid flow. Nor will it be corroded or abraded by fluids.
- It can be used for flow measurement of media with large diameter, high flow rate, high viscosity, strong corrosiveness, non-conductivity and other media.
- High measurement accuracy, good stability, and wide range ratio, which can reach 100:1.
- With reverse flow measurement function. Two ultrasonic flow meters can be installed at both ends of the pipeline to achieve accurate measurement of bidirectional flow.
- No pressure loss. Since there is no need to insert anything into the pipe, there is no pressure loss in the clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter.
- Has a variety of output interfaces, including RS485, 4-20mA, etc. Can be easily connected with host computer or other equipment.
- Thermal energy measurement: Clamp-on ultrasonic flow meters can be used in the field of thermal energy measurement to accurately measure the flow of heat transfer media such as hot water and steam to help energy conservation and metering management.
- The external clamp sensor can cover more pipe diameters. Achieve maximum flow measurement of pipes of different sizes at the lowest cost.
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In conclusion, ultrasonic clamp on flow meters offer a quick and easy solution for flow measurement in various industries and applications. With their non-invasive design, accurate measurements, and minimal maintenance requirements, they can significantly improve process efficiency and reduce operating costs.
As an experienced manufacturer and supplier, Sino-Inst is dedicated to providing customizable, high-quality ultrasonic clamp on flow meters that meet your unique requirements. Contact us today to discuss your flow measurement needs and discover how our ultrasonic clamp on flow meters can help optimize your processes.