How To Choose The Right Flow Meter
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How To Choose The Right Flow Meter Simply defined, a flow meter is a device that measures how much fluid is flowing through a pipe and at what rate. In practice, however, flow meters are a little more complicated. They vary depending on the application and the degree of precision you expect, among other things. Here are a few important points to keep in mind before purchasing a flow meter. 1. Choosing a flow meter for basic necessities 2. Choosing a flow meter based on the type of fluid A simple way to find the right device is by looking at a flow meter's Reynold's number. Different Reynold's values correspond to fluids of different viscosity, enabling you to pick the right flow meter for the fluid at hand. 3. Choosing a flow meter based on its measurement range 4. Choosing a flow meter based on accuracy 5. Choosing a flow meter based on type Each type of flow meter is best suited for a certain type of application or fluid. Choosing the right type is critical because the accuracy of measurement depends heavily on this factor. Here are a couple of examples. Coriolis flow meters are great for measuring the mass (not volume) of viscous fluid flowing through a line. Electromagnetic flow meters, meanwhile, can take measurements across a wide range. Besides viscosity and flow range, a few other factors also need to be taken into consideration while selecting a flow meter. These are:
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