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Inline Liquid Flow Meter
VAM-UM-00551-EN-02 (November 2013)
User Manual
Inline Liquid Flow Meter
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CONTENTS
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operating Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Materials of Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the Flow Meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Test Procedures for Test Kit Flow Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Application Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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INTRODUCTION

The Inline Liquid Flow Meter is a rugged industrial class inline flow rate indicator, offered in aluminum, brass or stainless steel models to monitor a wide variety of liquids. Available in seven port sizes from 1/4" to 3" for flow ranges from 0.02…0.20 (0.1…0.75) through 20…300 gpm (100…1100 lpm), the meters are calibrated at 0.876 specific gravity for oil or other petroleum-based fluids, 1.0 for water or other water-based fluids, or 1.18 for phosphate ester liquids.
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.
In addition, the unique spring-loaded design of this variable area flow meter decreases viscosity sensitivity and allows it to be installed in any position, including inverted, without affecting accuracy. An optional inverted scale is available for these applications.
The standard flow meter is a unidirectional device. If required, a reverse flow bypass option is available for the oil, phosphate ester and water-based fluid models. Note that flow is measured in the forward direction only.
• Aluminum models are offered as a rugged, low cost flow meter for monitoring noncorrosive water-based or petroleum-based fluids under operating pressures up to 3500 psi (241 bar).
• Brass meters are recommended for water monitoring applications or other systems where corrosion inhibitors are not present.
• Stainless Steel is available for monitoring hydraulic systems operating at pressures up to 6000 psi (414 bar) or other corrosive caustic fluids, such as acetic acid. For further construction material information, see
"Fluid selection chart" on page 16.
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OPERATING PRINCIPLE

The 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.
16
FLOW
15
5
13
14
1
8
9
10
11
12
3
2
4
7
6
1 Orifice 9 Spider Plate
2 Piston Assembly 10 Retaining Spring
3 Metering Cone 11 Pressure Seal
4 Internal Magnet 12 End Fitting
5 Flow Indicator 13 End Cap
6 Spring 14 Body
7 Flow Scale 15 Guard
8 Retaining Ring 16 Guard Seal/Bumper
Table 1: Meter components

SPECIFICATIONS

Temperature Range
• Standard: –20…240° F (–29…116° C)
• High temperature and hostile environment
◊ –20…400° F (–29…205° C) continuous
◊ 400…500° F (205…260° C) intermittent
• See "Flow vs Pressure Drop*" on page 18
Pressure Rating (3:1 safety factor)
• Aluminum/brass models: 3500 psi (241 bar) maximum
• Stainless steel models:
◊ 1/4" & 1/2" sizes: 6000 psi (414 bar) maximum
◊ 3/4" thru 1-1/2" sizes: 5000 psi (345 bar) maximum
Pressure Drop
• See "Application Information" on page 16 for specific meter information
Accuracy
Repeatability
• ±1%
Threads
• SAE J1926/1, NPTF ANSI B2.2, BSPP ISO1179, Code 61 and Code 62: SAEJ518
Test Kit Pressure Gauge, Glycerin Dampened
• Aluminum/brass models: 0…3500 psi (0…240 bar)
• Stainless steel models: 0…6000 psi (0…400 bar)
Test Kit Load Valve
• 1/2", 3/4" and 1" sizes: needle valve
• 1-1/4" and 1-1/2" sizes: ball valve
• Produce ΔP up to 3500 psi (241 bar) PSID and 6000 psi (414 bar) PSID
Dimensions
• See "Dimensions" on page 22
• ±2% of full scale
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Materials of Construction
Basic Flow Meters and Test Kits
User Manual
Meter Model Body Piston Cone
Spider
Plate
Spring Fasteners
Pressure
Seals
Guard
Retaining
Ring
Retaining
Spring
Indicator
& Internal
Magnet
2024-T351 Anodized
Oil Basic &
Test Kit
T303SS
Aluminum
C360 Brass
2024-T351
Anodized
1
T316SS T302SS T303SS Viton®Polycarbonate
SAE
1070/1090
Carbon
Steel
SAE
1070/1090
Carbon
Steel
PPS/Ceramic Buna N
Aluminum
2024-T351 Anodized
PE Basic &
Test Kit
T303SS
Aluminum C360 Brass
2024-T351
Anodized
T316SS T320SS T303SS EPR Polycarbonate
SAE
1070/1090
Carbon
Steel
SAE
1070/1090
Carbon
Steel
PPS/Ceramic EPR
Aluminum
2024-T351 Anodized
WBF Basic &
Test Kit
Aluminum
C360 Brass
T303SS
1
2024-T351
Anodized
T316SS T302SS T303SS Viton®Polycarbonate T316SS T316SS PPS/Ceramic Buna N
Aluminum
Water Basic
Only
1
3" Models have Celcon® piston/piston ring
C360 Brass
T303SS C360 Brass
1
T316SS T302SS T303SS Viton®Polycarbonate T316SS T316SS PPS/Ceramic Buna N
API Oil/Caustic and Corrosive Liquids
Meter Model Body Piston Cone
Spider
Plate
Spring Fasteners
Pressure
Seals
Guard
Retaining
Ring
Retaining
Spring
Standard T316SS T316SS T316SS T316SS Viton®Polycarbonate T316SS T316SS PPS/Ceramic Buna N
Hostile
Environment
T316SS T316SS T316SS T316SS Viton
®
Cylindrical
Pyrex Glass
T316SS T316SS
Indicator
& Internal
Magnet
Indicator:
T415S
Magnet:
Teflon® Coated
Alnico 8
Guard
Seal/
Bumper
Guard
Seal/
Bumper
Scale
Support
6063-T6
Aluminum
6063-T6
Aluminum
6063-T6
Aluminum
6062-T6
Aluminum
Scale
Support
6063-T6
Aluminum
End
Caps
Nylon ST
Nylon ST
Nylon ST
Nylon ST
End
Caps
Nylon ST
T316SS T316SS T316SS
High Temp Flow
Meter
Model
1 3" Models have Celcon1 piston/piston ring
Body Piston Cone
2024-T351 Anodized Aluminum
C360 Brass
Oil
2024-T351 Anodized
T303SS
2024-T351 Anodized Aluminum
C360 Brass
PE
2024-T351 Anodized
T303SS
2024-T351 Anodized Aluminum
C360 Brass
WBF
2024-T351 Anodized
T303SS
C360 Brass
Wate r
T303SS C360 Brass
Aluminum
Aluminum
1
Aluminum
1
Spider
Plate
Spring Fasteners
Pressure
Seals
T316SS T302SS T303SS Viton
T316SS T320SS T303SS EPR
T316SS T302SS T303SS Viton
T316SS T302SS T303SS Viton
®
®
®
Guard
Cylindrical
Pyrex®
Glass
Cylindrical
Pyrex®
Glass
Cylindrical
Pyrex®
Glass
Cylindrical
Pyrex®
Glass
Retaining
Ring
Retaining
Spring
SAE
1070/1090
Carbon
Steel
1070/1090
Carbon
Steel
SAE
1070/1090
Carbon
Steel
1070/1090
Carbon
Steel
T316SS T316SS
T316SS T316SS
SAE
SAE
Indicator
& Internal
Magnet
Indicator:
Nickel-plated
Carbon Steel
Magnet: Teflon® Coated Alnico 8
Indicator:
Nickel-plated
Carbon Steel
Magnet: Teflon® Coated Alnico 8
Indicator:
Nickel-plated
Carbon Steel
Magnet: Teflon® Coated Alnico 8
Indicator:
Nickel-plated
Carbon Steel
Magent: Teflon® Coated Alnico 8
Guard
Seal/
Bumper
Buna N
EPR
Buna N
Buna N
Scale
Support
Scale:
Polymide
Scale
Support:
T316SS
Scale:
Polymide
Scale
Support:
T316SS
Scale:
Polymide
Scale
Support:
T316SS
Scale:
Polymide
Scale
Support:
T316SS
End Caps
2011-T3
Anodized
Aluminum
2011-T3
Anodized
Aluminum
2011-T3
Anodized
Aluminum
2011-T3
Anodized
Aluminum
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Inline Liquid Flow Meter

INSTALLATION

THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY 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.
OIL METERS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR WATER MONITORING APPLICATIONS. IF METER IS TO BE SUBJECTED TO BOTH OIL AND WATER, WATER METERS (BRASS) ARE SUGGESTED. CONSULT FACTORY FOR DETAILS.
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.
The inline flow meter is a simple device to install. However, the following measures are recommended for reliable, trouble­free operation:
• Align pipe accurately. 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.
• Use rigid mounting. If the flow meter inlet or outlet are to be rigidly mounted, and the opposing port is to be connected to flexible hose, the end connected with the flexible hose must be rigidly mounted.
• Use Teflon® tape for sealing NPT fitting.
• Install unions. Install a union near the inlet or outlet of the meter. This will facilitate quick, easy meter removal and inspection during periodic maintenance procedures.
• 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 from the factory.
• Ensure the fluid is traveling in the direction of the flow arrow (Figure 1).
• Use at least a 200 mesh (74 micron) filter. The meter will allow particulate to pass that would jam most valves and flow controls. Systems that do not have filtration should be equipped with at least a 200 mesh (74 micron) filter. Most hydraulic systems already have much finer filtration.
• Dirt, ferrous metal or sealing agents, such as Teflon® tape may lodge and cause malfunction. If the meter is jammed at a fixed position, follow cleaning and maintenance instructions.
• Do not use thread locking compounds as thread sealant.
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• Do not install the flow meter near turbulence producing fittings such as elbows, reducers, close coupled valves, etc. The inline flow meter does not require flow straighteners or special lengths of straight inlet/outlet piping to stabilize turbulent flow patterns. However, to assure maximum operational reliability, avoid installation of elbows, valves and/or reducers immediately adjacent to the meter inlet.
• 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.
• 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. The flow meter is also available in a modified design, which offers a reverse flow bypass feature to accommodate bidirectional flow.
OTE:N Inline meters with a reverse flow bypass feature are available. Consult factory for details.

Installing the Flow Meter

1. Mount the meter so uid is traveling in the direction of the ow arrow.
Flow Direction
Arrow
GPM LPM
OIL
Figure 1: Flow direction arrow
2. Select a mounting location that is suitable for viewing and product service. To connect the ow meter into the piping system, place an open-ended wrench onto the ow meter wrench ats adjacent to the pipe connection being installed. DO NOT wrench on the opposite end of the ow meter or leakage may result.
Place wrench on meter ats on the same side plumbing is being tightened
Never place wrench on meter ats opposite plumbing being tightened
Figure 2: Installing the meter
3. After installation, rotate the meter by hand to view the ow scale.
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Rotate meter by hand to view ow scale
Never use wrench to rotate meter
body when viewing ow scale
Figure 3: Rotating the meter

Installing the Test Kit Flow Meter

1. Mount the VA High Pressure Test Kit Flow Meter so uid is traveling in the direction of the ow arrow. See Figure 1.
2. Install the test kit at any location in the hydraulic circuit that is suitable for viewing. To connect the test kit into the piping system, place an open-ended wrench onto the test kit valve on the inlet side or on the test kit wrench at 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 4.
Place wrench on valve body on the same side
plumbing is being tightened
Never place wrench on valve body opposite
plumbing being tightened
Figure 4: Installing the test kit
3. Or, use quick disconnect couplings for easy connections and to keep the test kit sealed and clean when not in use. Diagrams illustrating Typical Test Placements for the test kits are located in the Test Procedures section beginning on
page 11.
4. After installation, rotate the meter by hand to view the ow scale.
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Rotate meter by hand to view ow scale
GPMxPSI
1714
LPMxbar
447 4.
LPMxbar
600
Never use wrench to rotate meter
body when viewing ow scale
Figure 5: Rotating the test kit
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OPERATION

General Information

See “Application Information” on page 16.

Test Kit Information

ALWAYS START WITH THE LOADING VALVE OPEN.
ALL TEST KITS ARE SHIPPED WITH THE LOADING VALVE IN THE CLOSED POSITION. THE LOADING VALVE MUST BE OPENED FULLY BEFORE INITIATING FLOW AND TESTING OF THE HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT. TURN THE LOADING VALVE HANDLE COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO THE FULLY OPEN POSITION. FAILURE TO OPEN THE LOADING VALVE FULLY CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.

TEST PROCEDURES FOR TEST KIT FLOW METERS

THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS FOR GENERAL APPLICATION ONLY. ANY INFORMATION FURNISHED BY THE MANUFACTURER OF THE MACHINE’S HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS SHOULD BE REQUIRE SPECIFIC TEST PROCEDURES.
FOLLOWED. SPECIFIC SYSTEMS MAY

General Information

The VA High Pressure Test Kits are designed to measure flow and pressure. Power measurements are derived from the product of flow and pressure. When using a Test Kit, power can be calculated using the following formulas:
HP
=
HP
=
kW
=
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Standard Test Conditions

1. Install the Test Kit as described in one of the following test procedures:
a. Pump Test
b. Tee Test
c. Relief Valves in Separate Housings
d. Relief Valves
5. Open the loading valve fully by turning the handle counterclockwise.
6. Start the pump and adjust it to rated speed.
7. Open the Test Kit loading valve fully and proceed with the required test procedure.
8. The Test Kit will indicate ow and pressure.

Pump Test

See Figure 6.
A tee must be installed between the pump discharge port and the return line to the tank. Be sure the fluid path is only through the pump, the hydraulic test unit, and back to the tank.
TEE
PUMP
IN
RELIEF
TANK
Figure 6: Pump test
OUT
1. Plug the line to the control valve.
2. Open the Test Kit loading valve fully to read maximum pump ow at zero pressure.
3. Close the loading valve to increase pressure from zero pressure to rated or maximum pump pressure to determine pump condition.
4. The pump ow at rated pressure can now be checked against the pump manufacturer’s specications. A decrease in ow from zero pressure to maximum pressure indicates the pump condition. A pump that delivers a constant low ow at zero
pressure and at maximum pressure suggests suction problems.

Tee Test

See Figure 7.
A tee must be installed between the pump and control valve and connected to the inlet of the Test Kit. The outlet port of the Test Kit is connected to the tank. Pumps and relief valves can be isolated from the system and checked with the Tee Test.
1. Pump Test
a. Plug the line to the control valve.
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HYDRAULIC
MOTOR
CONTROL
VALV E
TEE
PUMP
IN
RELIEF
TANK
Figure 7: Tee test
b. Open the Test Kit loading valve fully to read maximum pump flow at zero pressure.
c. Close the loading valve to increase pressure from zero pressure to rated or maximum pump pressure to determine
pump condition.
d. The pump flow at rated pressure can now be checked against the pump manu fac turer’s specifications. A decrease
in flow from zero pressure to maximum pressure indicates the pump condition. A pump that delivers a constant low flow at zero pressure and at maximum pressure suggests suction problems.
2. Relief Valve Test
a. Put a control valve into a power output mode with the output flow blocked, such as a cylinder at the end of its stroke.
b. Close the Test Kit loading valve while viewing the pressure. Pressure will increase until the relief valve opens. Record
the pressure at this point. Repeat to check the relief valve adjustment.

Relief Valve in Separate Housing

1. Install the Test Kit in a Tee Test conguration to the line connecting the pump and relief valve. Plug any extra outlets.
2. Close the Test Kit loading valve and watch the pressure and ow.
a. Reconnect the control valve to the tee. Put a control valve into a power output mode with the output flow blocked,
such as a cylinder at the end of its stroke.
b. Close the Test Kit loading valve while watching the pressure. Pressure will increase until the relief valve opens. Record
the pressure at this point. Repeat to check the relief valve adjustment.

Relief Valves

Often relief valves will start to open before they reach their full pressure flow settings. This can be noted by comparing the pressure and flow rate readings made in Step 3 under Tee Test. Any great decrease in flow rate from tests made in Step 3 under Tee Test indicates a faulty relief valve.
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MAINTENANCE

BEFORE 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 ow meter from the line. Remove excess piping from meter.
OTE: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 14.
2. Thoroughly wipe o the entire ow 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 ow meter, noting the sequence of disassembly for later reference (during reassembly).
4. The internal parts are secured with a retaining ring. Remove the retaining ring and the internal wetted parts from the ow meter.
OTE: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. Check inlet port O-ring for damage and replace if required.
FIELD REPLACEMENT OF THE SPRING, METERING CONE AND/OR PISTON/MAGNET ASSEMBLY MAY RESULT IN CHANGES TO THE CALIBRATION OF THE FLOW METER.
6. Reassemble spring, then piston/magnet assembly and retaining ring into ow meter.
7. Install metering cone/spider plate assembly, retaining spring, and secure with inlet cap.
8. Reinstall meter to the line.

Removal of Dust Guard

To 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 Re-Coupling

This 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 re­couple to the indicator ring.
• For rigorous cyclical applications where de-coupling may occur frequently, consult the technical services staff for further recommendations.
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Test Kit Maintenance

Load Valve
If the valve fails to load the system, remove the valve body and check for foreign material, worn parts or seals.
Flow
The 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, it is recommended to return the Test Kit to the factory.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Viscosity Eect (SUS/cSt)
The design uses a precision machined, sharp-edged orifice and biasing calibration spring that assures operating stability and accuracy over the wide viscosity range common to many fluids. Generally, high flow models of each meter size provide good accuracy over a viscosity range of 40…500 SUS (4.2…109 cSt).
Correction Factor
Fluid
Acetic Acid (Air Free) 1.06 0.909 0.971 C N R R R R C N R
Acetone 0.79 1.053 1.125 R R R R N R N R R
Alcohol Butyl (Butanol) 0.83 1.027 1.098 C C R R C R R R R
Alcohol Ethyl (Ethanol) 0.83 1.027 1.098 C C R R C R R N R
Ammonia 0.89 0.992 1.060 R C R R N R N C R
Benzine 0.69 1.127 1.204 C R R C R N N R R
Carbon Disulphide 1.26 0.834 0.891 R N R R R N N R R
Castor Oil 0.97 0.950 1.015 C R R C R N C C R
Cotton Seed Oil 0.93 0.970 1.037 C R R R R N R R R
Ethylene Glycol 50/50 1.12 0.884 0.945 R R R R R R R C R
Freon II 1.46 0.774 0.828 R R R R R N R R R
Gasoline 0.70 1.119 1.195 R R R R R N C R R
Glycerin 1.26 0.834 0.891 R R R R R R R C R
Kerosene 0.82 1.033 1.104 R R R R R N R R R
Liquid Propane (LPG) 0.51 1.310 1.400 R R R R R N N R R
Mineral Oil 0.92 0.976 1.042 R N R R R N R R R
Naphtha 0.76 1.074 1.147 R N R R R N C R R
Perchloroethylene 1.62 0.735 0.786 C N R R R N N N R
Petroleum Oil 0.876 1.000 1.068 R R R R R N R R R
Phosphate Ester 1.18 0.862 0.921 R R R R N R N R R
Phosphate Ester Base 1.26 0.833 0.891 R R R R N R N R R
Phosphoric Acid (Air Free) 1.78 0.701 0.749 N N R N R N R N R
Sea Water 1.03 0.922 0.985 N N C C N R R R R
Synthetic Petroleum Base 1.00 0.936 1.000 R C R R R N R R R
Water 1.00 0.936 1.000 N R R R N R R R R
Water Glycol 50/50 1.07 0.905 0.967 R R R R R N R R R
Water-in-oil 0.93 0.970 1.037 R R R R N R R R R
R–Recommended
N–Not Recommended
C–Consult Factory
Specific
Gravity
Oil Water
Table 2: Fluid selection chart
Aluminum
Brass
T16 SST
T303 SST
Viton®
EPR
Nylon
Polycarbonate
Pyrex®
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User Manual
Density Eect (Specic Gravity)
Any fluid density change from stated standards has a proportional effect on meter accuracy. Special scales can be supplied if actual specific gravity decreases accuracy beyond application limits. Corrections for more or less dense fluids can be made to standard scales using the following correction factors:
10.
Specific Gravity
0 876.
Specific Gravity
for water/water-based meters
for petroleum-based meters
7000
6000
5000
4000
3000
2000
1000
MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE, PSI
0
0 100 200 300 400 500
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
TEMPERATURE DERATING CURVES
Brass
Aluminum
TEMPERATURE, DEGREES F
CONTINUOUS TEMPERATURE
INTERMITTENT TEMPERATURE
Figure 8: Pressure vs temperature
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Inline Liquid Flow Meter

Flow vs Pressure Drop*

1. The pressure drop curves are valid for uids with density and viscosity similar to factory test uids. Fluids, especially with higher viscosity than these test uids, will yield a higher pressure drop through the ow meter and piping system per a given ow volume.
2. A system must have adequate uidic horsepower available to move the system uid at a prescribed rate at a pressure adequate to overcome all pressure reducing devices—including the ow meter
Petroleum Fluids
1/4"
.05-.50
.02-.20
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1/2" Reverse Flow
0.2-2.0
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.1-1.0
.10-1.0
FLOW, GPM
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
.20-2.0
1-1/4"/1-1/2"
5-50
3-30
FLOW, GPM
1-10
1-15
10-75
10-100
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1/2"
0.1-1.0
0.2-2.0
0.5-5.0
0.2-2.0
FLOW, GPM
10-150
3/4"/1" Reverse Flow
2-20
1-10
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
1-10
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
3-30
3.0"
1-15
4-40
3/4"/ 1"
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
10-200
FLOW, GPM
1-1/4"/1-1/2" Reverse Flow
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
3-30
2-20
FLOW, GPM
20-300
10-75
5-50
FLOW, GPM
10-100
3-30
4-40
10
0.5-5.0
5
0.2-2.0
0
0 10
5-50
1-10
10-150
Petroleum Test Kits
Reverse Flow
10-100
10-150
10-150
Standard
Test Kit
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.1-1.0
0.1-1.0
1/2"
0.2-2.0
0.2-2.0
Reverse Flow
0.5-5.0
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
1-10
1-10
Standard Test Kit
1-15
1-15
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.2-2.0
0.5-5.0
0.5-5.0
0.2-2.0
3/4" / 1"
1-10
1-10
Reverse Flow
2-20
2-20
FLOW, GPM
4-40
3-30
3-30
Standard Test Kit
4-40
5-50
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1-1/4"/ 1-1/2"
5-50
3-30 3-30
FLOW, GPM
5-50
10-100
10-75
10-75
* The pressure drop curves are valid for fluids with density and viscosity similar to factory test fluids. Fluids, especially with higher viscosity then these test fluids, will yield a higher pressure drop through the flow meter and piping system per a given flow volume.
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.
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Phosphate Ester
FLOW, GPM
FLOW, GPM
FLOW, GPM
User Manual
1/2" Reverse Flow
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.2-2.0
0.1-1.0
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
1/4"
0.10-1.0
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
FLOW, GPM
3/4"/ 1"
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1-10
2-20
1-10
FLOW, GPM
1-15
0.20-2.0
.02-.20
6
.05-.50
4
2
0
0.50.0
5-50
4-40
3-30
6
4
2
0
0 1 2 3 54
0.5-5.0
0.2-2.0
3/4"/1" Reverse Flow
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.2-2.0
0.5-5.0
2-20
1-10
FLOW, GPM
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1-1/4" / 1-1/2"
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
3-30
1/2"
3-30
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
10-100
10-75
5-50
FLOW, GPM
4-40
1-15
1-10
0.2-2.0
4
0.1-1.0
2
0
0 1 2 2.5
10-150
1-1/4"/1-1/2" Reverse Flow
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
3-30
5-50
10-150
10-100
10-75
FLOW, GPM
Phosphate Ester Test Kits
1/2"
0.5-5.0
0.2-2.0
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.1-1.0
0.2-2.0
0.1-1.0
Reverse Flow
0.5-5.0
1-10
1-10
Standard Test Kit
1-15
1-15
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.2-2.0
0.2-2.0
3/4" / 1"
0.5-5.0
0.5-5.0
1-10
1-10
Reverse Flow
2-20
2-20
3-30
3-30
Standard Test Kit
4-40
4-40
5-50
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1-1/4"/ 1-1/2"
5-50
3-30 3-30
5-50
Reverse Flow
10-75
10-75
10-100
10-100
10-150
10-150
Standard
Test Kit
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Inline Liquid Flow Meter
API Oil
Water-Based Fluids
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1/4"
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
.10 -1.0
1/4"
3/4" / 1"
0.2-2.0
FLOW, GPM
2-20
FLOW, GPM
.20-2.0
.05-.50
.10-1.0
3-30
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
.20-2.0
4-40
1/2"
0.5-5.0
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1-10
1/2"
0.2-2.0
1-1/4"/ 1-1/2"
3-30
1-15
0.1-1.0
0.2-2.0
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
5-50
FLOW, GPM
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1-10
10-75
3/4" / 1"
10-100
1-15
2-20
3-30
4-40
0.5-5.0
5-50
1-10
0.2-2.0
1/2" Reverse Flow
0.2-2.0
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.1-1.0
FLOW, GPM
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
1-1/4"/ 1-1/2"
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1-10
3-30
10-75
5-50
FLOW, GPM
1-15
10-100
3/4"/1" Reverse Flow
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.5-5.0
0.2-2.0
10-150
1-10
FLOW, GPM
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
2-20
FLOW, GPM
3-30
FLOW, GPM
3"
20-180
20-275
FLOW, GPM
4-40
1-1/4"/1-1/2" Reverse Flow
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
3-30
5-50
10-100
10-75
10-150
FLOW, GPM
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Water-Based Test Kits
User Manual
Water
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.1-1.0
0.1-1.0
1/4"
1/2"
0.2-2.0
0.2-2.0
Reverse Flow
0.5-5.0
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
FLOW, GPM
1-10
1-10
Standard Test Kit
.10 -1.0
0.2-2.0
1-15
.20-2.0
.05-.50
1-1/4"/ 1-1/2"
1-15
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
0.2-2.0
0.2-2.0
3/4" / 1"
0.5-5.0
0.5-5.0
1/2"
1-10
10-150
Reverse Flow
2-20
1-10
FLOW, GPM
0.5-5.0
FLOW, GPM
2-20
3-30
3-30
1-10
4-40
Standard
Test Kit
0.1-1.0
3"
4-40
0.2-2.0
1-15
5-50
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1-1/4" / 1-1/2"
3-30
3-30
3/4" / 1"
15-150
Reverse Flow
10-75
5-50
10-75
5-50
FLOW, GPM
3-30
2-20
FLOW, GPM
10-100
10-100
4-40
Standard
0.5-5.0
0.2-2.0
10-150
10-150
Test Kit
5-50
1-10
Caustic and Corrosive Liquids
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
1/4"
3/4" / 1"
3-30
FLOW, GPM
2-20
10-75
5-50
FLOW, GPM
.10 -1.0
3-30
10-100
4-40
0.5-5.0
.20-2.0
0.1-2.0
10-100
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
5-50
FLOW, GPM
1/2"
0.5-5.0
1-15
1-10
0.2-2.0
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
FLOW, GPM
1-1/4"/ 1-1/2"
10-100
1-10
PRESSURE DROP, PSI
3-30
5-50
10-75
FLOW, GPM
FLOW, GPM
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Inline Liquid Flow Meter

DIMENSIONS

Standard Meter

E
A
C
E
F
B
D
A
Nominal Port
Size
B
Length
in. (mm)
C
Width
in. (mm)
D
Depth
in. (mm)
E
Offset
in. (mm)
F
Flats
in. (mm)
1/4" (SAE 6) 4.80 (122) 1.68 (43) 1.90 (48) 0.82 (21) 0.88 (22)
1/2" (SAE 10) 6.60 (168) 2.07 (53) 2.40 (61) 1.04 (26) 1.25 (32)
3/4" (SAE 12) 7.20 (183) 2.48 (63) 2.85 (72) 1.24 (32) 1.50 (38)
1" (SAE 16) 7.20 (183) 2.48 (63) 2.85 (72) 1.24 (32) 1.75(44)
1-1/4" (SAE 20) 12.20 (310) 4.12 (105) 4.72 (120) 2.06 (52) 2.75 (70)
1-1/2" (SAE 24) 12.20 (310) 4.12 (105) 4.72 (120) 2.06 (52) 2.75 (70)
3.125
4.12
(104.6)
2.06
(52.3)
1.563 (39.7)
(79.4)
4.44
(112.8)
2.65 (67.3)
0.719 (18.3)
1.438 (36.5)
5/8-11 UN-2B
Typ. (4 pl)
5.75
(146.0)
4.50
(114.3)
Across Flats
3" Ports
6.00
(152.4)
4.18
(106.3)
4.50
(114.3)
Across Flats
2.44
(61.9)
15.8
(401.3)
Figure 9: 1-1/2 inch; C62 Flange
Inches (mm)
Figure 10: 3 inch; SAE, NPTF, BSPP
Inches (mm)
16.18 (411)
Figure 11: 3 inch; C61 Flange
Inches (mm)
16.18 (411)
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High Temp Meter

User Manual
DC
B

Test Kit

E
GPM LPM
30
25
20
15
10
5 3
OIL
C
A
A Nominal Port Size
B
Length
in. (mm)
C
Width
in. (mm)
D
Flats
in. (mm)
1/4" (SAE 6) 6.60 (168) 2.01 (53) 1.25 (32)
1/2" (SAE 10) 6.60 (168) 2.01 (53) 1.25 (32)
3/4" (SAE 12) 7.20 (183) 2.48 (63) 1.50 (38)
1" (SAE 16) 7.20 (183) 2.48 (63) 1.75 (44)
1-1/4" (SAE 20) 12.20 (310) 4.20 (105) 2.75 (70)
115
100
80
60
40
20
10
A
F
1-1/2" (SAE 24) 12.20 (310) 4.20 (105) 2.75 (70)
A Nominal Port Size
D
1/2" (SAE 10) 6.60 (168) 9.60 (245) 2.07 (53) 2.40 (61) 1.04 (26) 1.25 (32)
B
Length
in. (mm)
B1
Length
in. (mm)
C
Width
in. (mm)
D
Depth
in. (mm)
E
Offset
in. (mm)
F
Flats
in. (mm)
3/4" (SAE 12) 7.20 (183) 10.70 (272) 2.48 (63) 2.85 (72) 1.24 (32) 1.50 (38)
1" (SAE 16) 7.20 (183) 10.70 (272) 2.48 (63) 2.85 (72) 1.24 (32) 1.75 (44)
1-1/4" (SAE 20) 12.20 (310) 20.50 (521) 4.12 (105) 4.72 (120) 2.06 (52) 2.75 (70)
1-1/2" (SAE 24) 12.20 (310) 20.50 (521) 4.12 (105) 4.72 (120) 2.06 (52) 2.78 (70)
B
B
1
(Ref. Dim.)
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