Inline Pneumatic Flow Meter - Manual

User ManualVariable Area Flow MetersInline Pneumatic Flow MeterVAM-UM-00593-EN-02 (August 2014)CONTENTSIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Operating Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Compressibility of Gases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Installation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Installing the Flow Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Installing the Test Kit Flow Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Multi-Pressure Flow Scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Single Pressure Flow Scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Application Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Removal of Dust Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Quick Recoupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Test Kit Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Fluid Selection Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Flow vs . Pressure Drop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Air/Compressed Gases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Air/Compressed Test Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Air/Caustic and Corrosive Gases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Materials of Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Standard Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Test Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Variable Area Flow Meters, Inline Pneumatic Flow MeterPage ii August 2014VAM-UM-00593-EN-02INTRODUCTIONThe Inline Pneumatic Flow Meter is a rugged industrial class flow rate indicator and is offered in aluminum, brass, T303 and T316 stainless steel models to monitor pressurized air lines and a wide range of other compressed gases . Available in seven port sizes from 0 .25…3 inch for flow ranges from 0 .5…5 scfm (0 .2…2 .2 l/sec) through 200…2200 scfm (75…1130 l/sec), meters are calibrated at 1 .0 specific gravity . In addition to the basic model, the aluminum, brass and T303 stainless steel models are offered in three configurations: an extended inlet cap fitted with a pressure gauge, an extended inlet cap with a 0 .25 inch NPTF plugged gauge port, and a test kit with an extended inlet cap fitted with a 160 psi pressure gauge and control valve on the outlet .The Flow Meter is equipped with a 360° rotatable guard/scale which allows the meter to be installed in any orientation without regard to scale direction . Once the meter is permanently installed, the guard/scale can be rotated 360° to optimize readability .The unique spring loaded design of this variable area flow meter allows it to be installed in any position, including inverted, without affecting accuracy . An optional inverted scale is available for these applications .Aluminum models are offered as a rugged, low cost flow meter for monitoring noncorrosive pneumatic systems under operating pressures up to 1000 psi (69 bar), 250 psi (17 bar) for 3" models, and 600 psi (41 bar) for test kits .Brass meters are recommended for applications with operating pressures up to 1000 psi (69 bar) without corrosion inhibitors .Stainless Steel is available for monitoring systems operating at pressures up to 1500 psi (103 bar) . The T316 stainless steel models are recommended for monitoring caustic or corrosive gases, such as hydrogen chloride or sulfur dioxide . The T303 stainless steel test kit is rated to 600 psi (41 bar); pressure rating is limited by the valve . For further construction material information, see "Materials of Construction" on page 15 .IntroductionPage 3 August 2014 VAM-UM-00593-EN-02OPERATING PRINCIPLEThe Flow Meter is a variable area instrument . A sharp-edged orifice?, located within the piston assembly?, forms an annular opening with the contoured metering cone? . The piston assembly carries a cylindrical PPS/ceramic magnet? that is magnetically coupled to an external indicating magnet?, which moves precisely in direct response to movement of the piston . A calibrated spring? opposes flow in the forward direction .The Hedland variable area flow meters are the most readable products in their class . Brightly colored indicators move over the graduated, linear flow scale? which contains bold, easy-to-read numeral and gauge marks . The enhanced resolution virtually eliminates parallax problems associated with competitive direct reading flow meters .Figure 1: Inline pneumatic flow meterOperating PrinciplePage 4 August 2014VAM-UM-00593-EN-02INSTALLATIONTHIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A TECHNICALLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL TRAINED IN MAINTAINING INDUSTRIAL CLASS FLOW INSTRUMENTATION AND PROCESSING EQUIPMENT.READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING PRODUCT INSTALLATION OR MAINTENANCE, CALL YOUR LOCAL SUPPLIER FOR MORE INFORMATION.THIS METER MAY CONTAIN RESIDUAL AMOUNTS OF TEST FLUID AT THE TIME OF SHIPMENT. THIS FLUID SHOULD BE REMOVED PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AS THE FLUID MAY BE INCOMPATIBLE OR HAZARDOUS WITH SOME LIQUIDS OR GASES. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.THIS STANDARD METER IS UNIDIRECTIONAL. ATTEMPTS TO FLOW FLUIDS IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION OF THE FLOW ARROW WILL RESULT IN THE METER ACTING AS A CHECK VALVE, CREATING A DEADHEADING SITUATION. IF THE DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE MAGNITUDE IS GREAT ENOUGH, DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE METER WILL RESULT.A LINE SNUBBER IS RECOMMENDED FOR APPLICATIONS IN WHICH RAPID VALVE ACTUATION OR PULSATION IS ANTICIPATED. THIS NOT ONLY REDUCES THE RISK OF DECOUPLING THE FLOW METER'S MAGNETIC PISTON, IT ALSO REDUCES EXCESSIVE WEAR ON OTHER COMPONENTS IN THE SYSTEM.Compressibility of GasesGases are significantly compressible so the density of any compressed gas will vary according to changes in operating pressure levels . In other words, volumetric flow rates will vary significantly with changes in line pressure . Therefore, pneumatic flow meters should be installed with a pressure gauge located as close as possible to the inlet port . The psig range capacity of this pressure gauge should be at least 125% of the anticipated pressure in the system, or be suitable for the maximum expected line pressure (if higher) . For example, if the anticipated operating pressure is 100 psig, a pressure gauge with a capacity of at least 125 psig should be installed as close as possible to the inlet port .InstallationPage 5 August 2014 VAM-UM-00593-EN-02Installation RecommendationsThe inline flow meter is a simple device to install . However, the following measures are recommended for reliable, trouble-free operation:1 . Piping should be accurately aligned and of correct length . The high pressure body of the flow meter can withstand shock and flow/pressure pulsation . However, the piping should be firmly supported by external mounting brackets, both upstream and downstream of the meter, to avoid any pipe flexing actions that could reduce meter life .2 . If the flow meter inlet or outlet are to be rigidly mounted, and the opposing port is to be connected to a flexible hose, the end connected with the flexible hose must be rigidly mounted .3 . Use Teflon® tape for sealing NPT fitting .4 . Install a union near the inlet or outlet of the meter for quick, easy meter removal and inspection during periodic maintenance procedures .5 . Mount the meter either horizontally or vertically (flow arrow pointing to either side or straight up) . If the meter must be mounted inverted, special inverted scales are available .6 . Ensure the fluid is traveling in the direction of the flow arrow (see Figure 2) .7 . Systems that do not have filtration should be equipped with at least a 200 mesh (74 micron) filter . Most systems already have much finer filtration . The meter will allow particulate to pass that would jam most valves and flow controls . Dirt, ferrous metal or sealing agents, such as Teflon® tape may lodge and cause malfunction . If the meter is jammed at a fixed position, see "Removal of Dust Guard" on page 11 .8 . Don not use thread locking compounds as thread sealant .9 . Do not install the flow meter near turbulence producing fittings such as elbows, reducers and close coupled valves for maximum reliability . The inline flow meter does not require flow straighteners or special lengths of straight inlet/outlet piping to stabilize turbulent flow patterns . 10 . Do not install the meter near fast-acting valves . Fast-acting valves have the potential to create high magnitude hydraulic pressure spikes . These spikes can damage the internal components of the meter, resulting in inaccuracies or malfunction .11 . Do not allow unidirectional meters to be operated against the direction of the flow arrow . The standard flow meter is an unidirectional flow meter . The piston acts as a check valve to block flow in the reverse direction . This causes an excessive pressure differential, which can result in damage to internal meter components .Installing the Flow Meter1 . Mount the meter so fluid is traveling in the direction of the flow arrow . See Figure 1 on page 4 .Flow DirectionArrowAIRFigure 2: Flow direction arrow2 . Select a mounting location that is suitable for viewing and product service . To connect the flow meter into the piping system, place an open-ended wrench onto the flow meter wrench flats adjacent to the pipe connection being installed . DO NOT wrench on the opposite end of the flow meter or leakage may result . See Figure 3 on page 7.InstallationPage 6 August 2014VAM-UM-00593-EN-02Place wrench on meter ?ats on the same sideplumbing is being tightenedNever place wrench on meter ?ats oppositeplumbing being tightenedFigure 3: Installing meter3 . After installation, rotate the meter by hand to the view flow scale . See Figure 4.Rotate meter by hand to view ?ow scaleNever use wrench to rotate meterbody when viewing ?ow scaleFigure 4: Rotating meterInstallationPage 7 August 2014 VAM-UM-00593-EN-02Installing the Test Kit Flow Meter1 . Mount the VA High Pressure Test Kit Flow Meter so fluid is traveling in the direction of the flow arrow . See Figure 2 on page 6 .2 . Install the test kit at any location in the pneumatic circuit that is suitable for viewing . To connect the test kit into the piping system, place an open-ended wrench onto the test kit extended cap on the inlet side or on the test kit wrench flat on the outlet side adjacent to the pipe connection being installed . Do not wrench on the opposite end of the test kit or leakage may result . See Figure 5 . Place wrench on valve bodyon the same side plumbing is being tightenedNever place wrench on valve bodyopposite plumbing being tightenedFigure 5: Installing test kitOr, use quick disconnect couplings for easy connections and to keep the test kit sealed and clean when not in use .3 . After installation, rotate the meter by hand to the view flow scale . See Figure 6 .Rotate meter by hand to view ?ow scaleNever use wrench to rotate meterbody when viewing ?ow scaleFigure 6: Rotating test kitInstallationPage 8 August 2014VAM-UM-00593-EN-02OPERATIONMulti-Pressure Flow ScalesThe inline pneumatic flow meter is offered with a multi-pressure flow scale to visually indicate air flow rates in standard cubic feet per minute (scfm) at 1 .0 s .g . (70° F at 100 psi) or liters per second (l/sec) at 1 .0 s .g . (21° C at 6 .9 bar) . The multi-pressure scale design allows for use at line pressures from 40…130 psi in 10 psi increments (3 .0…9 .0 bar in 1 bar increments) . This configuration requires that a pressure gauge be installed at the meter inlet .Read the inlet gauge pressure then select the appropriate vertical line or interpolated value closest to the gauge reading and follow the line until it intersects the brightly colored horizontal indicator bar . The flow rate is read by taking the intersection points, following the slope of the closest diagonal line to a scale value and interpolating the scfm (l/sec) flow rate . No further calculations are required . See Figure 7 .5040302010512013011010090 80 70 60 50 40SCFM @ 70°FINLET PRESSURE (PSIG)HORIZONTALINDICATOR BARAIRFigure 7: Multi-pressure flow scaleSingle Pressure Flow ScalesAn optional single pressure flow scale is available in U .S . or metric units . This graduated scale is calibrated for air in standard cubic feet per minute (scfm) at 1 .0 s .g . (70° F at 100 psi), or liters per second (l/sec) at 1 .0 s .g . (21° C at 6 .9 bar) . See Figure 7 . A standard cubic foot of air is defined as a cubic foot of air at 70 °F at atmospheric pressure 14 .7 psia at sea level . Since it is impossible to flow air at “standard” conditions, the scale is calibrated for an inlet condition of 100 psi (6 .9 bar) at 70° F (21° C) . A correction factor must be calculated to determine the actual air volume . Each meter is supplied with the Conversion Chart, see “Conversion Chart” on page 10 .AIR252015105325201510532520151053SCFM100 PSIG @ 70 ºFFigure 8: Single pressure flow scaleOperationPage 9 August 2014 VAM-UM-00593-EN-02Application InformationCompressibility of GasesGases are significantly compressible so their density varies with pressure and temperature . Use Table 1 to convert indicated scfm flow rates to actual scfm flow rates for your application .Effects of Specific GravityStandard scales are calibrated for air with a specific gravity of 1 .0 . Use Table 3 of the conversion chart ito calculate “actual” scfm flow rates of gases with a specific gravity other than 1 .0 .Conversion ChartThe conversion chart provides a series of simplified mathematical formulas to adjust the graduated scale for changes in pressure (see Table 1), temperature (see Table 2), or specific gravity (see Table 3) . Special scales can be made to accommodate other pressures, temperatures and specific gravity .The conversion chart can also be used to adjust the multi-pressure flow scale to indicate flow rates in applications beyond the parameters stated on the scale .To adjust for pressures beyond (above or below) scale limits:1 . Locate point at which the brightly colored indicator line intersects the vertical 100 psig pressure line .2 . Divide this reading by the pressure correction factor (f1) indicated in the conversion chart .To adjust for changes in temperature:1 . Divide the 100 psig flow rate reading by temperature correction factor (f2) .To adjust for changes in specific gravity:1 . Establish the square root of the new specific gravity .2 . Divide the 100 psig flow rate reading by the specific gravity correction factor (f3) .psig 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250bar 1 .7 3 .5 5 .2 6 .9 8 .6 10 .4 12 .1 13 .8 15 .5 17 .2kPa 172 345 517 689 862 1034 1207 1379 1551 1724f1 1 .700 1 .331 1 .131 1 .000 0 .902 0 .835 0 .778 0 .731 0 .692 0 .658fpsig1114 714 7=+..fBAR17 9141 014=+..fkPa1790 857101 357=+..Table 1: Pressure correction factor°F +10 +30 +50 +70 +90 +110 +130 +150 +170 +190°C –12 .2 –1 .1 +909 +21 .0 +32 .1 +43 +54 +65 +76 +88f2 0 .942 0 .962 0 .981 1 .000 1 .018 1 .037 1 .055 1 .072 1 .090 1 .107fF2460530=+ °fC2273293=+ °Table 2: Temperature correction factorf Sp Gr3 = . .Table 3: Specific gravity correction factorOperationPage 10 August 2014VAM-UM-00593-EN-02MAINTENANCEBEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE THE FLOW METER FROM THE LINE, CHECK THE SYSTEM TO CONFIRM THAT LINE PRESSURE HAS BEEN REDUCED TO ZERO PSI. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.1 . Remove the flow meter from the line . Remove excess piping from meter .OTEE:N It is not necessary to remove the transparent dust guard from the meter to remove the meter from the line . If you choose to remove the dust guard assembly, see "Removal of Dust Guard" on page 11 .2 . Thoroughly wipe off the entire flow meter surface using mild detergent or isopropyl alcohol .DO NOT USE AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS, HALOGENATED HYDROCARBONS, KETONES OR ESTER BASED FLUIDS ON POLYCARBONATE LENS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE METER.3 . Remove the inlet cap from the flow meter, noting the sequence of disassembly for later reference .4 . The internal parts are secured with a retaining ring . Remove the retaining ring and the internal wetted parts from the flow meter .OTEE:N If internal parts do not slide freely from flow meter, use a wooden dowel inserted into the outlet port of the meter to push parts out .5 . Place all parts on a clean work surface . Clean and inspect all parts . Replace any that appear worn or damaged .6 . Check inlet port O-ring for damage and replace if required .7 . Reassemble the spring, the piston/magnet assembly and the retaining ring into the flow meter .8 . Install the metering cone/spider plate assembly and the retaining spring . Secure with inlet cap .9 . Reinstall the meter to the line .Removal of Dust GuardTo remove the dust guard for cleaning or replacement, simply loosen the end fitting located at the bottom of the meter and slide the end cap, dust bumper, and the dust guard off the bottom of the meter, taking care to avoid damaging the O-ring seal between the end cap and the dust gland .Quick RecouplingThis piston type variable area flow meter is inherently less sensitive to shock and vibration than other variable area designs . The unique magnetic coupling also eliminates the need for mechanical linkages that can wear or loosen over the functional life of the meter .However, on occasion, a pressure spike or extreme flow surge can cause the piston to move at such rapid speed that it disconnects the piston magnet and the external indicator ring . If this occurs, use one of these procedures to re-couple the magnet and the external indicator ring:• If the system permits, simply change flow rate from “no flow” to “full flow” allowing the moving piston to magnetically re-couple to the indicator ring .• For rigorous cyclical applications where decoupling may occur frequently, consult the technical services .Test Kit MaintenanceLoad ValveIf the valve fails to load the system, remove the valve body and check for foreign material, worn parts or seals .FlowThe absence of any flow reading may indicate a seized piston assembly . Remove any material that may be preventing the piston to slide . If the Test Kit still fails to indicate flow, return the Test Kit to the factory . MaintenancePage 11 August 2014 VAM-UM-00593-EN-02FLUID SELECTION CHARTFluid Specific GravityCorrection Factor of Standard ScaleInternal Body MaterialExternal Pressure SealsDust GuardsAluminumBrassT316SST303SSViton®EPRPolycarbonateNylonPyrexAir 1 .00 1 .000 R R R R R R R R RArgon (A) 1 .38 1 .175 R R R R R R R R RCarbon Dioxide (CO2) 1 .53 1 .237 R R R R R R R R RFreon 11 (CCI3F) 4 .92 2 .218 R R R R R R R R RFreon 12 (CCI2F) 4 .26 1 .060 R R R R R R R R RHelium (HE) 0 .14 0 .374 R R R R R R R R RHydrogen (H2) 0 .07 0 .265 R R R R R R R R RNatural Gas 0 .60 0 .775 C C R C R N C R RNitrogen (N2) 0 .97 0 .985 C C R R R R R R ROxygen (O2) 1 .10 1,049 R R R R R R R R RPropane (C3H8) 1 .57 1 .253 R R R R R R N R RR = Recommended N = Not Recommended C = Consult FactoryTable 4: Fluid selection chart70006000500040003000200010000MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE, PSITEMPERATURE, DEGREES FTEMPERATURE DERATING CURVESCONTINUOUS TEMPERATUREINTERMITTENT TEMPERATUREAluminumBrassStainless SteelStainless Steel0 100 200 300 400 500Figure 9: Pressure vs. temperature chartFluid Selection ChartPage 12 August 2014VAM-UM-00593-EN-02FLOW VS. PRESSURE DROPAir/Compressed GasesFLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ¼" 3-302-201-100.5-5FLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ½" 10-1005-503-2515-150FLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ¾" / 1" 15-15010-1003-255-5025-250FLOW, SCFM 1-¼" / 1-½"20-20060-60080-800100-1000PRESSURE DROP, PSIFLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI 3" 100-1400 200-220040-400Figure 10: Air and compressed gases flow vs pressure change1 . The pressure drop curves are valid for fluids with density and viscosity similar to factory test fluids . Fluids, especially with higher viscosity than these test fluids, will yield a higher pressure drop through the flow meter and piping system per a given flow volume .2 . A system must have adequate fluidic horsepower available to move the system fluid at a prescribed rate at a pressure adequate to overcome all pressure reducing devices, including the flow meter .Flow vs. Pressure DropPage 13 August 2014 VAM-UM-00593-EN-02Air/Compressed Test KitsFLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ¼" 3-302-201-100.5-5FLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ½" 10-1005-503-2515-150FLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ¾" / 1" 15-15010-1003-255-5025-250FLOW, SCFM 1-¼" / 1-½"20-20060-60080-800100-1000PRESSURE DROP, PSI40-400Figure 11: Air and compressed gasses flow vs pressure drop test kitsAir/Caustic and Corrosive GasesFLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ¼" 3-302-20FLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ½" 10-1005-503-2515-150FLOW, SCFMPRESSURE DROP, PSI ¾" / 1" 15-15010-1003-255-5025-250FLOW, SCFM1-¼" / 1-½"20-20060-60080-800100-1000PRESSURE DROP, PSI40-400Figure 12: Caustic air and corrosive gas flow vs pressure dropFlow vs. Pressure DropPage 14 August 2014VAM-UM-00593-EN-02SPECIFICATIONSTemperature RangeStandard -20…240° F (-29…116° C)Hostile environment: -20…400° F (-29…205° C) Continuous 400…500° F (205…260° C) IntermittentSee "Pressure vs. temperature chart" on page 12 for more information .Pressure Rating (10E:1 safety factor)Aluminum/brass models 1000 psi (69 bar) maximum 3" Sizes; 250 psi (17 bar) maximumStainless steel models 1500 psi (103 bar) maximumTest kit models (Aluminum/brass/SS) 600 psi (41 bar) maximumPressure Drop See "Flow vs. Pressure Drop" on page 13 for specific meter informationAccuracy ±2% of full scaleRepeatability ±1%Threads SAE J1926/1, NPTF ANSI B2 .2, BSPP ISO1179, BSPT (BS21)Test Kit Pressure Gauge (Glycerin Dampened) 0…160 psi (0…10 bar)Test Kit Load Valve Ball valve with chrome plated brass ball and Teflon® sealsMaterials of ConstructionBasic Flow Meters and Test KitsBody Piston ConeSpider PlateSpring FastenersPressure SealsGuardRetaining RingRetaining SpringIndicator & Internal MagnetGuard Seal/BumperScale SupportEnd Caps2024 T351 Anodized AluminumT316SS T302SS T303SS Viton®Poly-carbonateT316SS T316SSPPS/CeramicBuna N6063-T6 AluminumNylon STC30 Brass1T303SS22024-T351 Anodized Aluminum1 3" Models have Celcon piston/piston ring2 3" Models not available in T303SS®Table 5: Basic flow meters and test kitsCaustic and Corrosive Air and Gases (Standard Model)Body Piston ConeSpider PlateSpring FastenersPressure SealsGuardRetaining RingRetaining SpringIndicator & Internal MagnetGuard Seal/BumperScale SupportEnd CapsT316SS T316SS T316SS T316SS VitonPoly-carbonateT316SS T316SSPPS/CeramicBuna N6063-T6 AluminumNylon STTable 6: Caustic and corrosive air and gases (standard)Caustic and Corrosive Air and Gases (Hostile Environment Model)Body Piston ConeSpider PlateSpring FastenersPressure SealsGuardRetaining RingRetaining SpringIndicator & Internal MagnetBumperScale SupportEnd CapsT316SS T316SS T316SS T316SS VitonCylindrical Pyrex Glass®T316SS T316SSIndicator: T416SSMagnet: Teflon® Coated Alnico 8T316SS T316SS T316SSTable 7: Caustic and corrosive air and gases (hostile)SpecificationsPage 15 August 2014 VAM-UM-00593-EN-02DIMENSIONSStandard MetersA Nominal Port SizeB Length in. (mm)B1 Length in. (mm)C Width in. (mm)D Depth in. (mm)E Offset in. (mm)F Flats in. (mm)G Height in. (mm)1/4 (SAE 6) 4 .80 (122) 6 .12 (155) 1 .68 (43) 1 .90 (48) 0 .82 (21) 0 .88 (22) 5 .00 (127)1/2 (SAE 10) 6 .60 (168) 8 .00 (203) 2 .07 (53) 2 .40 (61) 1 .04 (32) 1 .25 (32) 5 .40 (137)3/4 (SAE 12) 7 .20 (183) 8 .90 (226) 2 .48 (63) 2 .85 (72) 1 .24 (32) 1 .50 (38) 5 .90 (150)1 (SAE 16) 7 .20 (183) 8 .90 (226) 2 .48 (63) 2 .85 (72) 1 .24 (32) 1 .75 (44) 5 .90 (150)1-1/4 (SAE 20) 12 .20 (310) 13 .80 (351) 4 .12 (105) 4 .72 (120) 2 .06 (52) 2 .75 (70) 7 .20 (183)1-1/2 (SAE 24) 12 .20 (310) 13 .80 (351) 4 .12 (105) 4 .72 (120) 2 .06 (52) 2 .75 (70) 7 .20 (183)Table 8: Standard metersStandard MeterStandard Meterwith EP & EG OptionGB1FCBEDAFigure 13: 1/4 to 1-1/2 inch models3 inch; SAE, NPTF, BSPT models—inches (mm)16.18 (411) 5.75 (146.0)Dia.4.50 (114.3)Across Flats3" PortsFigure 14: Three inche SAE, NPTF, BSPT models (measurements in inches [mm])DimensionsPage 16 August 2014VAM-UM-00593-EN-02Test KitsA Nominal Port SizeB Length in. (mm)B1 Length in. (mm)C Width in. (mm)D Depth in. (mm)E Offset in. (mm)F Flats in. (mm)G Height in. (mm)1/4 (SAE 6) 4 .80 (122) 6 .12 (155) 1 .68 (43) 1 .90 (48) 0 .82 (21) 0 .88 (22) 5 .00 (127)1/2 (SAE 10) 6 .60 (168) 8 .00 (203) 2 .07 (53) 2 .40 (61) 1 .04 (32) 1 .25 (32) 5 .40 (137)3/4 (SAE 12) 7 .20 (183) 8 .90 (226) 2 .48 (63) 2 .85 (72) 1 .24 (32) 1 .50 (38) 5 .90 (150)1 (SAE 16) 7 .20 (183) 8 .90 (226) 2 .48 (63) 2 .85 (72) 1 .24 (32) 1 .75 (44) 5 .90 (150)1-1/4 (SAE 20) 12 .20 (310) 13 .80 (351) 4 .12 (105) 4 .72 (120) 2 .06 (52) 2 .75 (70) 7 .20 (183)1-1/2 (SAE 24) 12 .20 (310) 13 .80 (351) 4 .12 (105) 4 .72 (120) 2 .06 (52) 2 .75 (70) 7 .20 (183)Table 9: Test kit dimensionsGCBB1 (Ref. 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