Three installation methods of ultrasonic flowmeters

Jun 09, 2025

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The split-type ultrasonic flowmeter is classified into three types based on the different installation methods of the selected sensor: external clamp type (external application type), insertion type, and pipe section type. The external clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter is a highly advanced and convenient flow measurement device. It adopts advanced ultrasonic technology and can efficiently and accurately measure the flow of various media. Not only that, the clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter also has the advantage of non-contact measurement, which greatly reduces the interference of the parameters of the measured medium and ensures the accuracy of the measurement.


This flowmeter has a wide range of applications and is particularly suitable for flow measurement in high-pressure pipelines, highly corrosive, non-conductive, radioactive and flammable and explosive fluid media. Its installation is extremely simple. There is no need to cut off the pipeline. Just directly attach the magnetic sensor to the outer wall of the pipeline and fix it with professional fixtures to complete the installation. It truly achieves non-destructive installation, which not only saves time and effort but also reduces operating costs.
In addition, the external clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter has almost no effect on the change of pipe diameter and is suitable for various pipe sizes. Moreover, after the sensor is wired and filled with glue, its protection level can reach IP68, enabling it to operate stably in harsh environments with high reliability.


Overall, the clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter is an economical, efficient and accurate flow measurement device with broad application prospects. It is hoped that more industries can adopt this advanced technology to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of flow measurement and promote the development and progress of the industry.


The insertable ultrasonic flowmeter is a high-precision flow measurement device, suitable for pipes with a diameter greater than DN100. Its installation requires drilling holes in the pipeline and welding the sensor base. It is suitable for situations where there is severe scaling or uneven structure in old pipelines. The insertable ultrasonic flowmeter is suitable for various pipe materials, such as cast iron, fiberglass reinforced plastic, etc., and can solve the problem of insufficient signal strength or unstable measurement of the external clamp-on ultrasonic sensor.


The installation requirements for insertable ultrasonic flowmeters are relatively high, especially the selection of measurement points is very important. When choosing measurement points, it is necessary to ensure that the measurement area is not in a state of water accumulation for a long time to guarantee the accuracy of flow measurement.


Overall, the insertable ultrasonic flowmeter is a reliable flow measurement device, suitable for flow measurement requirements in various complex situations. Through reasonable installation and selection of measurement points, the accuracy and stability of flow measurement can be effectively improved. Let's adopt the insertable ultrasonic flowmeter with confidence to help us better monitor the pipeline flow and ensure the smooth progress of the process production.


The pipe section ultrasonic flowmeter fixes the sensor parameters on a straight pipe section when leaving the factory. This installation method avoids the improper operation or incorrect parameter input that may occur during the installation of the external clamp type and insertion type ultrasonic flowmeters, thereby reducing errors and impacts.


Compared with the external clamp-on and insertion type ultrasonic flowmeters, the sensor cost of the pipe section ultrasonic flowmeter will increase with the increase of the pipe diameter. Moreover, installing a pipe section ultrasonic flowmeter requires cutting off the pipeline. Compared with the other two installation methods, the workload and complexity of construction and installation are slightly higher.


Although the installation of the pipe section ultrasonic flowmeter may increase some workload, it can ensure more accurate flow measurement, thereby providing more reliable data support for industrial production operations. Therefore, choosing a pipe section ultrasonic flowmeter is a worthy option to consider. It can enhance the accuracy and stability of process control and ensure the normal operation of the production process.

 

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