FDT-25-Flow-Meter – Portable Digital Ultrasonic Flow Meter Kit
FDT-25: This handheld portable ultrasound transit line flow meter kit contains all components needed to measure the velocity of a fluid traveling through a full or closed pipe. An ultrasonic pulse is sent through the liquid, and its transit time is measured with two transducers placed on opposite sides of the pipe. Flow velocity is shown on a digital display in units selected by the user. Batteries, transducers, acoustic gel, and charging and transducer cables are included.
How it works:
- Identify a straight run section of pipe to mount the flow meter.
- Ensure that no electrical interference is present and there’s no paint or exterior coating on the pipe.
- Program the meter to specify the pipe size and thickness as well as the type of lining in the pipe.
- Identify the type of fluid the ultrasound transmission will be traveling through if other than water.
- Read mounting method and transducer placement determination provided by the meter.
- Apply gel to the pipe to facilitate a tight seal and then mount the transducer.
- Read and record flow volume results on the meter.
- Move the flow meter from pipe to pipe as needed until leak is identified.
Results:
This method enables operators to identify through a non-invasive process the section of pipe with abnormal flow volume. Tracing this pipeline from end to end should reveal the exact location of the leak.
