Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meters
Unlike mechanical flow meters (e.g., turbine meters), ultrasonic meters have no moving parts, reducing wear and maintenance. They operate by transmitting ultrasonic pulses through the gas stream and analyzing how the flow affects these pulses.
Advantages of Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meters
- High Accuracy and Repeatability: Modern ultrasonic meters achieve accuracies of ±0.5%, ideal for custody transfer and billing.
- Bidirectional Flow Measurement: Capable of measuring flow in both directions, useful in complex pipeline systems.
- Wide Turndown Ratio: Accurately measure flow rates from very low to high velocities.
- Low Maintenance: No moving parts reduce wear and calibration needs.
Ideal Gases Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meters
- Long transportation line of natural gas;
- City gas;
- For well head gas in oilfield;
- Boiler gas;
- Large gasification process;
- Industrial waste gas and torch gas.
How to Choose the Right Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meter
Selecting the best meter involves evaluating:
- Gas Properties: Cleanliness, humidity, and corrosiveness.
- Pipe Size and Material: Clamp-on vs. inline installation.
- Accuracy Needs: Custody transfer vs. general monitoring.
- Environmental Conditions: Temperature, pressure, and hazardous area certifications.
- Budget: Balancing upfront costs with long-term savings.