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    Flow Transmitters with Sight

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flow Transmitters. Flow Transmitters with Sight.
    Send flow rate data using these transmitters while also being able to visually confirm liquid is flowing. They measure flow by counting how many times the turbine turns as the liquid moves through it. To prevent clogging the turbine and other damage, use them only with clean, low-viscosity liquids. These transmitters, also known as transducers, convert the flow measurement to an electrical signal that can be interpreted by receiving devices, such as remote displays and programmable logic controllers (PLCs), to monitor flow or control equipment. Mount them directly inline with your system. They measure accurately in any mounting orientation.
    These transmitters are calibrated with water. You can use them with other liquids, but they may not measure accurately if the liquid’s viscosity differs from water.
    Analog Transmitter Output—Transmitters with an analog output increase their output signal as flow increases. For your receiving device to interpret the signal, you will need to calibrate it for the measurement range and output signal of the transmitter. They only give accurate readings within the rated measurement range.
    Digital Pulse Output—Transmitters with a digital pulse output send flow data using spikes of voltage that match the input voltage of the transmitter. The higher the flow, the more pulses they send.
    Flow Measurement
    Type
    Pipe
    Connections
    Flow Range,
    gpm
    End-to-End
    Lg.
    Accuracy
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal Material
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Mounting
    Position
    Field
    Recalibratable
    Pulse Freq.,
    Hz
    Each
    One 4-20 mA Analog Transmitter Output—Wire Lead Connection
     
    316 Stainless Steel Body with 316 Stainless Steel Fitting
    Turbine3/4 NPT Female1.5 to 155 1/4"-2% to 2%500 psi @ 70° F20 to 212Buna-N12 to 24Any AngleNo00000000000000000
    Turbine3/4 NPT Female5 to 505 1/4"-2% to 2%500 psi @ 70° F20 to 212Buna-N12 to 24Any AngleNo0000000000000000
     
    One 0-5V DC Analog Transmitter Output—Wire Lead Connection
     
    316 Stainless Steel Body with 316 Stainless Steel Fitting
    Turbine3/4 NPT Female1.5 to 155 1/4"-2% to 2%500 psi @ 70° F20 to 212Buna-N12 to 24Any AngleNo0000000000000000
    Turbine3/4 NPT Female5 to 505 1/4"-2% to 2%500 psi @ 70° F20 to 212Buna-N12 to 24Any AngleNo0000000000000000
     
    One Digital Pulse Output—Wire Lead Connection
     
    316 Stainless Steel Body with 316 Stainless Steel Fitting
    Turbine3/4 NPT Female5 to 303 15/16"-15% to 15%200 psi @ 70° F33 to 212Fluoroelastomer4.5 to 24Any AngleNo15 to 2250000000000000
     

    Flow Transmitters

    Image of Product. Back orientation. Flow Transmitters. Flow Transmitters, Variable Area Flow Measurement.

    Variable Area

    Flow

    Measurement

    Image of Product. Back orientation. Flow Transmitters. Flow Transmitters, Turbine Flow Measurement.

    Turbine Flow

    Measurement

    Send flow rate measurements to monitor and control equipment. Also known as transducers, these transmitters convert flow rate measurements to an electrical signal that can be interpreted by receiving devices, such as remote displays and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). As flow increases, the output signal increases. For your receiving device to interpret the signal, you will need to calibrate it for the measurement range and output signal of the transmitter. They only give accurate readings within the rated measurement range. Mount them directly inline with your system. They measure flow correctly no matter their mounting orientation.
    These transmitters are calibrated with water. You can use them with other liquids, but they may not measure accurately if the liquid’s viscosity differs from water.
    Variable Area Flow Measurement—Variable-area transmitters determine flow rate by tracking where the liquid pushes an internal piston.
    Turbine Flow Measurement—Turbine transmitters measure flow by counting how many times their turbine turns as liquid passes through. To avoid clogging the turbine and other damage, use them only with clean, low-viscosity liquids. The digital output sends flow data with a pulse, which is a spike of voltage. The higher the flow, the more pulses they send. The voltage of the pulse output matches the input voltage sent to the transmitters. These transmitters meet NSF/ANSI 61 for use with drinking water.
    Flow Measurement
    Type
    Pipe
    Connections
    Flow Range,
    gpm
    End-to-End
    Lg.
    Accuracy
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal Material
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Mounting
    Position
    Field
    Recalibratable
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Pulse Freq.,
    Hz
    Each
    One 4-20 mA Analog Transmitter Output—4-Pole Micro M12 Connection Plug
     
    316L Stainless Steel/Aluminum/Brass/Plastic Body with 316 Stainless Steel/Brass Fitting
    Variable Area3/4 NPT Female0.2 to 42 15/16"-5% to 5%580 psi @ 212° F14 to 212Fluoroelastomer18 to 32Any AngleNoIP65, IP67000000000000000
    Variable Area3/4 NPT Female0.2 to 62 15/16"-5% to 5%580 psi @ 212° F14 to 212Fluoroelastomer18 to 32Any AngleNoIP65, IP6700000000000000
    Variable Area3/4 NPT Female0.2 to 102 15/16"-5% to 5%580 psi @ 212° F14 to 212Fluoroelastomer18 to 32Any AngleNoIP65, IP6700000000000000
     
    One 4-20 mA Analog Transmitter/Digital Pulse Output—Wire Lead Connection
     
    Nylon Body with Nylon Fitting
    Turbine3/4 NPT Male1.32 to 17.172 15/16"-3% to 3%362 psi @ 212° F-4 to 2125 to 24Any AngleNo17 to 22700000000000000
     

    Flow and Temperature Transmitters

    Image of Product. Back orientation. Flow Transmitters. Flow and Temperature Transmitters, Variable Area Flow Measurement.

    Variable Area Flow

    Measurement

    Image of Product. Back orientation. Flow Transmitters. Flow and Temperature Transmitters, Vortex Flow Measurement.

    Vortex Flow

    Measurement

    Send flow rate and temperature measurements simultaneously to a programmable logic controller (PLC), data logger, or other receiving device. Used to monitor status or control equipment, these transmitters, also known as transducers, convert measurements to an electrical signal that is interpreted by receiving devices. As flow or temperature increases, the output signal increases. For your receiving device to interpret the signal, you will need to calibrate it for the measurement range and output signal of the transmitter. They only give accurate readings within the rated measurement range. Mount them inline with your pipe system. They’ll measure flow correctly in any mounting orientation.
    A digital display makes it easy to view readings and adjust settings at the source. To change settings and receive error messages remotely from your PLC or computer, program one of the outputs to use IO Link. You’ll need an IO Link controller (not included) to connect to your interface.
    Variable Area Flow Measurement—Variable-area transmitters determine the flow rate by tracking where the liquid pushes the piston. They have two configurable outputs. One can be wired as an analog output or a digital switch. The other one can be wired as a digital switch, digital pulse output, or IO Link. Pulse outputs send flow data using spikes of voltage that match the input voltage of the transmitter. The higher the flow, the more pulses they send. These transmitters are calibrated with water, glycol solutions, and coolants but can be recalibrated in the field for other liquids.
    Vortex Flow Measurement—Vortex transmitters determine the flow rate by measuring the size of the vortex created as liquid flows through them. They don’t have any moving parts that can break or get stuck. Use them only with liquids that are at least 95% water. They have one analog output for flow and another for temperature. The output for temperature can also be wired for IO Link.
    Flow Measurement
    Type
    Pipe
    Connections
    Flow Range,
    gph
    End-to-End
    Lg.
    Accuracy
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Seal Material
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Mounting
    Position
    Field
    Recalibratable
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    One Digital Switch/Pulse Output and One 4-20 mA Analog Transmitter/Digital Switch Output—4-Pole Micro M12 Connection Plug
     
    316 Stainless Steel Body with 316 Stainless Steel Fitting
    Variable Area3/4 NPT Female5 to 2405 9/16"-5% to 5%580 psi @ 70° F14 to 212Fluoroelastomer18 to 30Any AngleYesIP65, IP6700000000000000
    Variable Area3/4 NPT Female7 to 3605 9/16"-5% to 5%580 psi @ 70° F14 to 212Fluoroelastomer18 to 30Any AngleYesIP65, IP670000000000000
    Variable Area3/4 NPT Female10 to 6005 9/16"-5% to 5%580 psi @ 70° F14 to 212Fluoroelastomer18 to 30Any AngleYesIP65, IP670000000000000
     
    Two 4-20 mA Analog Transmitter Outputs—4-Pole Micro M12 Connection Plugs
     
    316 Stainless Steel Body with 316 Stainless Steel Fitting
    Vortex3/4 NPT Female80 to 1,5855 15/32"-2% to 2%172 psi @ 70° F14 to 190Fluoroelastomer18 to 30Any AngleNoIP65, IP670000000000000
     

    Noncontact Flow Transmitters

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Flow Transmitters. Noncontact Flow Transmitters.
    Using ultrasonic waves, these transmitters measure the flow rate of your liquid from outside your pipe. They're a good choice for applications where you need to retrofit your system or avoid liquid coming into contact with the transmitter. Also known as transducers, these transmitters convert measurements to an electrical pulse that can be interpreted by receiving devices, such as remote displays and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). The pulse outputs match the input voltage of the transmitter. The higher the flow, the more pulses they send. For your receiving device to interpret the signal, you will need to calibrate it for the measurement range and output signal of the transmitter. They only give accurate readings within the rated measurement range. Configure them for either a 4-20mA or digital pulse output when installing.
    A digital display makes it easy to check flow rate and configure settings. Clamp these transmitters onto your pipe with the included mounting hardware and gel pads. They measure flow no matter the mounting orientation.
    These transmitters are calibrated with water but can be used with other liquids and will generally measure accurately, even if they differ in viscosity and density. You can recalibrate them in the field for accurate readings on pipe and operating conditions.
    Flow Range for
    Pipe Size, gpm
    Input
    Voltage
    Flow Measurement
    Type
    For Pipe
    Size
    3/4
    2
    4
    End-to-End
    Lg.
    Accuracy
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Min.,
    V DC
    Max.
    Mounting
    Position
    Field
    Recalibratable
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    One Digital Pulse Output and One 4-20 mA Analog Transmitter Output—Wire Lead Connection
     
    Polycarbonate Body
    Ultrasonic3/4 to 40 to 450 to 3200 to 1,2859 3/4"-3% to 3%32 to 1851224V AC/24V DCAny AngleYesIP54
    0000000000000000
     

    High-Accuracy Flow and Temperature Transmitters

    Image of Product. Back orientation. Flow Transmitters. High-Accuracy Flow and Temperature Transmitters.
    Also known as magmeters, these transmitters use a magnetic field to measure flow rate and temperature with high accuracy. Because they use a magnetic field, they only work with conductive liquids, such as water. These transmitters, also known as transducers, convert measurements to an electrical signal that can be interpreted by receiving devices, such as remote displays and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to monitor flow or control equipment. For your receiving device to interpret the signal, you will need to calibrate it for the measurement range and output signal of the transmitter. As flow or temperature increases, the output signal increases. These transmitters have one analog output for flow and another for temperature. They only give accurate readings within the rated measurement range. A digital display makes it easy to view readings and adjust settings at the source. Mount these transmitters inline with your pipe system. They measure flow correctly in any mounting orientation.
    These transmitters are calibrated with water. They can only be used with liquids with a conductivity of at least 20 µS/cm.
    Flow Range
    Flow Measurement
    Type
    Pipe
    Connections
    Gallons per
    Minute, gpm
    Liters per
    Minute, L/min
    End-to-End
    Lg.
    Accuracy
    Max. Pressure
    @ Temp.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Mounting
    Position
    Field
    Recalibratable
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Two 4-20 mA Analog Transmitter Outputs—4-Pole Micro M12 Connection Plugs
     
    316 Stainless Steel/Plastic/Polybutylene Body with 316 Stainless Steel Fitting
    Magnetic Induction3/4 NPT Female0.02 to 13.220.2 to 502 1/8"-2% to 2%225 psi @ 70° F0 to 17520 to 30Any AngleNoIP67
    000000000000000
     
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