The Sitrans FX300 vortex flowmeter series (photo) is equipped with a temperature sensor and an optional pressure sensor. Through the combination of these sensors into one unit, the vortex principle is used to measure the temperature, pressure and flow of steam, gases and liquids. The Sitrans FX300 with Hart communication is designed for applications requiring reliable flow measurement independent of dynamic pressure, temperature, viscosity and density variations. The sensor is fully welded and does not require wear-prone internal gaskets. The operating temperature range is from –40 to 464ºF. For flowrates of 2 – 80 m/s, the accuracy is 1.0%, and for flowrates of 0.4 – 10 m/s, it is 0.75%. The nominal internal diameter range is DN15 to DN300 (0.5 – 12 in.). — Siemens Energy and Automation, Inc., Atlanta, Ga.
A combined vortex flowmeter for steam, gas and liquids
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