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CHAPTER 2.
FLOW METERING
Flow Meters, Loggers, Monitors, and Flumes
Bluetooth Capability
Features
The AK1500 Bluetooth Adaptor was de- • Compact, self-powered and easy to use
signed to eliminate the need for custom • Over 81,000 flow, velocity, level, and
PDA cables to communicate between your temperature readings
PDA and the FL16. The adaptor connects
• Free user-friendly Windows™ and Win-
to the FL16’s serial port using the same in-
dows™ CE-based PDA software included
terface cable provided with the software-
cable kit. • USB or serial communications
Features
(from over 20 pre-defined tables) using the • Easy to use interface with user
unit’s four front panel push buttons. User selectable flow tables
programming does not require you to open
• Simple four button programming
the unit’s enclosure. The unit’s manual in-
cludes programming information, includ- • Digital LCD screen
ing depth-to-flow tables for all standard • Highly accurate depth sensor
flumes and weirs. In the event that our
preprogrammed tables do not meet your • Output signal for recorders or displays
Description
The FC200-S Sewer Flow Meter provides a has a flow-proportional pulse output signal
reliable and accurate way for you to measure for triggering water samplers or flow pacing
flows in stormwater, wastewater, and other chemical feed pumps.
partially filled, gravity-flow pipelines without
Powerful Digital Flow Computer
the need for a flume or weir. Based on our
The FC200-S’s powerful flow computer
popular FC200 Open Channel Flow Meter
Features calculates and totalizes flow based on your
(see page 26), the FC200-S Sewer Flow Me-
selection of desired engineering units and
• Unique sensor can be installed without ter includes 24 lookup tables that have been
entering confined space depth-to-flow relationships from easy-to-
preprogrammed for the most common grav-
use, preprogrammed lookup tables. You
• Quick, easy programming with user ity-fed sewer pipes with diameters from 6 to
can make selections quickly from the front
selectable flow tables 12 inches and slopes of 0.5% to 8%.
of the unit with four push buttons, so you
• Output signal for recorders or displays
Unique Rugged Sensor never need to open the enclosure to modify
and samplers
Our unique FC200-S sensor resists foul- the unit’s settings.
Specifications ing and the effects of velocity changes. It
Customize for your Application
Power 120 VAC to 240 VAC, Optional is designed so that you can place it in a
battery power available In the event that our preprogrammed tables
pipe without having to enter a manhole or
Current Draw 60mA typical, 100mA max do not meet the needs of your application,
when the output relays are on, other confined space. The sensitive 0 to 3
and 100uA in sleep mode custom tables can be factory-programmed
Enclosure NEMA 4X (IP67)
ft depth sensing element provides highly ac-
into the FC200-S by providing Global Wa-
Rate Display 5 digits + decimal place, LCD curate measurements in flow depths as low
Totalizer Display 6 digit
ter with your pipe’s diameter, slope, and
as three quarters of an inch. Since the sensor
Totalizer Related to flow units construction material. Please contact Global
Outputs Flow rate display, total flow is a 2-wire, 4-20 mA transmitting device, the
Water regarding this option (Order No.
display, scalable 4-20 mA output,
FC200S flow computer may be mounted up
scalable pulse and relay output FC200-SC).
Accuracy Pressure transducer: ±0.2% full to 1,000 feet away from the sensor location.
scale; Flow Monitor: ±0.1% + the
The sensor and flow computer can be con- What’s in the Box
depth flow table error
Engineering Units cfs, gpm, m³s, mgd nected with inexpensive signal wire, which The FC200-S Sewer Flow Meter includes the
Weight 3.8 lbs (1.72 kg) flow computer in a NEMA 4X enclosure, a
allows you to mount the FC200-S in a safe
Dimensions 4-3/4x8x3 inch (12x20x7.5 cm)
(WxHxD) and convenient location. sewer flow sensor with 25 ft of heavy duty
Pre-Defined VCP Roughness Factor: 0.014 vented cable, and built-in lookup tables with
Sanitary Sewer Pipe
Tables
Pipe Diameter: 6", 8", 12" Capable Displays and Outputs
Pipe Slope: 1/2%, 1%, 1-1/2%, pipe material, diameter, and slope informa-
2%, 3%, 4%, 6%, and 8% The FC200-S displays the 5-digit flow rate
tion (please verify your pipe requirements
Please see flow sensor and cable specifications for the on an LCD screen and the totalized output
FL16 Flow Logger (page 24). when placing your order). To add datalog-
on a second LCD display. You can choose
ging capabilities, select the FC200-SD, which
the displayed units of flow: mgd, cfs, gpm,
Ordering & Options includes the FC200-S as well as an internal
or m³s. The proportional analog 4-20 mA
Sewer Flow Monitors¹ serial version of Global Water’s GL500-2-1
output signal can be used for chart record-
Order No. Description Global Logger (see specifications on page
FC200-S Sewer Flow Meter ers, dataloggers, or telemetry and process
123). For remote sites or temporary flow
FC200-SC2 FC200-S with Custom Programming control systems. In addition, the FC200-S
FC200-SD FC200-S with Internal Serial Global studies, we also offer the FCBAT Battery &
Logger
Applications Enclosure Option, which includes a heavy
1) Please specify sewer pipe information when placing
order. duty weather-resistant enclosure and a 12V,
2) Please contact Global Water for customization. 4.5Ah rechargeable battery.
Options
Order No. Description
FCBAT Battery & Enclosure Option Ideal for inflow and infiltration studies, treatment
WLEXE Extra Sensor Cable (up to 500 ft (152.4 plant discharge, collection system flow monitoring,
m))
gravity-fed raw water intakes, gravity-fed backwash
discharge, and more.
Description
The WMX101-104 Series flanged mag- cannot be changed in the field. However,
netic flow meters offer the perfect replace- you may request flowmeter displays in the
ment for your old industrial mechanical following units:
turbine or propeller flow meters. Because • Rate: mgd, cfm, lpm
the WMX meters have no rotor to stop
• Total: c³, m³, Ml
turning or bearings to wear out, they are
virtually maintenance free, especially in Flexible Output and Power
applications where debris or sand would
Features
The meters have a solid state pulse out-
foul most industrial mechanical flowme- put that allows connection to a variety of • Simple and economical mechanical
meter
ters. The WMX101-104 meters are also devices, such as a PLC, telemetry system,
• No moving parts for low maintenance
designed to work with minimal straight datalogger, or the FT420W wall mounted
and a long life
pipe run requirements, which is ideal display. The AO55W pulse-to-analog con-
• Minimal straight pipe required
when you have very little space between verter can be added if a 4-20 mA signal is
• Pulse output for loggers, PLC’s, telemetry
the meter and an elbow. required.
• Solar power compatible
Rugged Housing and Display You can power the WMX101 meters from
Applications
The WMX’s electronics are housed in a 12-24 VDC power supplies. Their low
Ideal for municipal
rugged NEMA 4X aluminum enclosure power requirements make them ideal for and industrial water,
with a 2-line LCD that clearly displays the solar powered applications. The WMX104 wastewater effluent,
cooling tower water,
flow rate and totalizer values. The hous- meters are battery powered. A shielded well usage reporting,
ing is fitted with tamper-evident features. power/pulse output cable with DIN con- irrigation water, and
more.
The display units are in US gallons and nection is included.
Description
The EX80-Series Insertion Magmeters have the EX80-series meters have a current-
a low-flow performance and accuracy su- sinking pulse output that you can inte-
perior to any mechanical flow sensor. The grate with an appropriate transmitter or
meters have no moving parts, so they are indicator depending on your application.
highly suitable for corrosive environments For a scaled pulse and 4-20 mA output
and difficult applications such as those in- display, you can use the FT420M meter
volving changing viscosities and pulsating mounted display or the FT420W wall
flows. They are particularly well-suited mounted display. For a 4-20 mA analog
Features for metering the output of air-driven dia- output only, you can mount the AO55M
• Ideal for wastewater and turbid water phragm pumps. blind 4-20 mA converter directly onto the
applications meter. If you are using the EX80 meter
Select EX81 units for pipe sizes from 1 to
• Low flow performance and accuracy with a programmable controller, the out-
4 inch, EX82 units for pipe sizes from 6
superior to any mechanical flow sensor put signal can be fed directly with no other
to 10 inch, and EX83 units for 12 inch
conditioning required.
• Retainer clip automatically sets correct pipes. Meters are available in PVC (EX81P
depth and EX82P) and stainless steel (EX81S, Simple Installation Fittings
EX82S, and EX83S) materials. We offer a range of special installation fit-
• Meter extends into the pipe about 1/8 of
the pipe diameter, minimizing potential tings for the fixed depth meters that will au-
Versatile Output
for clogging with debris tomatically ensure correct depth placement
Designed for modularity and versatility,
in the pipe. Fittings are available in PVC,
Applications stainless steel, bronze and ductile iron.
Ordering & Options
Insertion Magmeters Installation Fittings for EX82
Order No. Material Pipe Diameter
Order No. Material Fitting Type Pipe
Ideal for metering pipe flows, wastewater effluent, indus- EX81P PVC 1" to 4" Diameter
trial water processing, and other difficult environments. EX81S Stainless Steel 1" to 4" (Inch)
EX82P PVC 6" to 10" EF82S-P-600² PVC Saddle 6
Specifications EX82S Stainless Steel 6" to 10" EF82S-P-800² PVC Saddle 8
EX83S Stainless Steel 12" EF82S-F-600 Ductile Iron Saddle 6
Flow Range 0.2 to 20 ft/sec (.06 to 6.09
m/sec) EF82S-F-800 Ductile Iron Saddle 8
Installation Fittings for EX81
Accuracy 1% full scale EF82S-F-1000 Ductile Iron Saddle 10
Order No. Material Fitting Pipe
Output Square wave pulse, opto iso- EF82S-F-1200 Ductile Iron Saddle 12
lated, 500 Hz @ 20 ft/sec Type Diameter
(Inch) EF82W-S-600 316 SS Weld 6
Bi-Directional Direction output, opto isolated EF82W-S-800 316 SS Weld 8
EF81T-P-100 PVC Tee 1
Empty Pipe Flow defaults to zero
EF81T-P-150 PVC Tee 1½ EF82W-S-1000 316 SS Weld 10
Detection
EF81T-P-200 PVC Tee 2 EF82W-S-1200 316 SS Weld 12
Maximum Pipe 200 psi (13.8 bar)
Pressure EF82S-P-300-16¹ ² PVC Saddle 3 2) PVC saddle is supplied with Buna-N O-rings only.
For chemical service, the O-ring must be removed
Maximum PVC: 130°F (55°C) EF82S-P-400² PVC Saddle 4 and the saddle glued on to the pipe with PVC ce-
Temperature EF81T-S-100 304 SS Tee 1 ment.
Stainless Steel: 200°F (93°C)
Minimum 20 microsiemens/cm EF81T-S-150 304 SS Tee 1½
Conductivity EF81T-S-200 304 SS Tee 2 Optional Output Displays & Converters
Power 12 to 24 VDC, 250 mA EF82S-B-300 Bronze Saddle 3 Order No. Description
minimum EF82S-B-400 Bronze Saddle 4 FT420M Pulse to 4-20 mA Output and Meter
Materials Mechanical: 316 SS/PVC EF82W-S-400 316 SS Weld 4 Display
Electrodes: Hastelloy 1) Installed on 16 inch long pipe stub. FT420W Pulse to 4-20 mA Output and Wall
Electrode plate: PVDF 2) PVC saddle is supplied with Buna-N O-rings only. Mounted Display
Housing cast: Powder-coated For chemical service, the O-ring must be removed AO55M Blind 4-20 mA Converter
and the saddle glued on to the pipe with PVC ce-
aluminum ment. AO55W Blind 4-20 mA Converter
O-rings: EPDM and Wall Mounted Display
Dimensions 4 inch square; 6 to 7 inch total
length (10.2 cm square; 15.2 to
17.8 cm total length)
Weight 2 lbs (907g)
Description
The EX100-200 Electromagnetic Flow Sen- which allows these meters to be easily in-
sors are highly reliable adjustable depth in- serted into or removed from the pipe while
sertion flow sensors. The meters have no it is under pressure.
moving parts, no rotors to stop turning in
Versatile Output
dirty water, and no bearings to wear out.
Designed for modularity and versatility, the
How it Works EX100-200 sensors have a current-sinking Features
The sensor produces a rapidly reversing pulse output that you can integrate with • Ideal for turbid water applications
magnetic field in the lower housing. As an appropriate transmitter or indicator de-
fluid moves through this field, a voltage is pending on your application. For a scaled • Depth adjustable sensors
generated. This voltage is measured and pulse and 4-20 mA output display, you can • EX101 fits any 1½ inch pipe fitting (stan-
translated into a frequency signal that is use the FT420M meter mounted display or dard saddle, for instance) and adjusts to
proportional to flow rate. This square wave the FT420W wall mounted display. For pipe sizes 3-10 inch
signal can then be sent directly to a PLC or a 4-20 mA analog output only, you can
other control system, or it can be converted mount the AO55M blind 4-20 mA convert- • EX201 adjusts to pipe sizes 10 to 48
using optional output displays and convert- er directly onto the meter. If you are using inch
ers. The EX115-215 Hot Tap meters incor- an EX100-200 meter with a programmable • Meter extends into the pipe about 1/8 of
porate an isolation valve and a longer tube, controller, the output signal can be fed di- the pipe diameter, minimizing potential
rectly with no other conditioning required. for clogging with debris
Applications
Easy Installation • Optional 4-20 mA flow rate and totalizer
The installation fitting included with the display
EX100-200 sensors is standard male NPT,
• Alternatively, signal can be sent directly
which can be directly threaded into ordi-
Ideal for metering pipe flows, wastewater effluent, to a PLC or other controller
industrial water processing, and other difficult
nary saddles or threaded weld fittings.
environments. Ordering & Options • Available in brass or 316 stainless steel
Bi-Directional
Square wave pulse, opto isolated,
500 Hz @ 20 ft/sec
Direction output, opto isolated
EX201B
EX201S
Brass
Stainless Steel
10 to 48
10 to 48
“When the well is
Empty Pipe Detection
Maximum Pipe
Pressure
Flow defaults to zero
200 psi (13.8 bar)
Hot Tap Electromagnetic Flow Sensors
Order Material Pipe Dia.
dry, we learn the
Temperature Ambient: 0° to 180°F (-17 to 82° C)
Fluid: 32° to 212° F (0° to 100°C)
No.
EX115B Brass Unit/Bronze Ball Valve
(Inch)
3 to 10 worth of water.”
Minimum 20 microsiemens/cm EX115S 316 SS Unit/Bronze Ball 3 to 10
Conductivity Valve − Benjamin Franklin
Power 12 to 24 VDC, 250 mA EX215B Brass Unit/Bronze Ball Valve 10 to 48
Installation Fitting 1-1/2 inch Male NPT EX215S 316 SS Unit/Bronze Ball 10 to 48
Materials Mechanical: 316 SS/Brass Valve
Electrodes: Hastelloy
Electrode plate: PVDF Optional Output Displays & Converters
Housing Cast: Powder-coated Order No. Description
aluminum
FT420M Pulse to 4-20 mA Output, Meter You may also like . . .
O-rings: EPDM Mounted Display
Weight EX101: 3 lbs (1.36 kg) FT420W Pulse to 4-20 mA Output, Wall GL500 Global Logger
EX201: 3.4 lbs (1.54 kg) Mounted Display Datalogger for recording flow sensor data.
Dimensions EX101: 4 inch square x 12 in long AO55M Blind 4-20 mA Converter, Meter Includes powerful Global Logger software,
(10cm square x 30.5cm long) Mounted Display
weatherproof enclosure, and 12V battery.
EX201: 4 inch square x 17 in long AO55W Blind 4-20 mA Converter, Wall
(10cm square x 43.2cm long) Mounted Display Page 122
Description
The TX80-Series Turbine Insertion Flow This signal can be connected directly to
Meters are turbine-type insertion flow PLC’s, counters, and computer cards.
meters designed for use in pipes from 1½
Versatile Output and Displays
to 8 inch in diameter. They are available
in brass, 316 stainless steel, and polypro- For rate and total flow display, as well as
pump pacing, you can mount the FT415M
pylene.
or FT420M flow indicator directly onto
Precision Design the sensor. For a wall-mounted display,
Features
The TX80 meters have high quality jewel select the FT420W. For a 4-20 mA analog
• Easy to install bearings and nickel bound tungsten car- output only, you can mount the optional
• No spool pieces required bide shafts that ensure maximum life and AO55 blind 4-20 mA converter directly
extreme low friction. The meter bodies onto the meter.
• High-quality ruby bearings for excellent
are machined from solid rod for maxi-
low-flow performance and long life Range of Installation Fittings
mum precision and superior low flow
• One easily replaced moving part performance. The precision design makes We offer a range of special installation fit-
the meters ideal for chemical proportion- tings for the fixed depth meters that will
• Pickup exerts no magnetic drag on the
rotor ing applications. automatically ensure correct depth place-
ment in the pipe. Fittings are available in
• Square wave frequency output can con- How it Works
PVC, brass, and stainless steel.
nect directly to PLC’s or counter controls The rotation of the meter’s rotor is de-
Applications
• Indicator or transmitter can be mounted tected by a non-drag Hall effect sensor. Ideal for metering
on the flowmeter or remotely The meter’s output is a pulse-type square clean water flows
and chemical
• Fittings are available in a wide variety of wave, which can be sent long distances proportioning.
materials and sizes (up to 2,000 feet) without a transmitter.
Description
The TX100-200 Turbine Flow Sensors are Versatile Output and Displays
highly reliable adjustable depth insertion Designed for modularity and versatility, the
turbine flow sensors. The sensors use ruby TX100-200 sensors have a current-sinking
bearings and a non-drag pick off to achieve pulse output that you can integrate with
a wide flow range and a long life. A depth an appropriate transmitter or indicator de-
adjustment system allows two basic sizes to pending on your application. For a battery
powered pulse output, select the FT415M
cover pipes from 3 to 48 inch in diameter.
meter display or FT415W wall display. For
How it Works a scaled pulse and 4-20 mA output display, Features
As fluid moves the TX100-200 turbine, a sen- you can use the FT420M meter display or the • Easy installation through 1.5 inch NPT
sor detects the passage of miniature magnets in FT420W wall display. For a 4-20 mA analog • Two sizes fit entire pipe range: 3 to 10
the rotor blades (magnets are in 2 or 4 blades output only, you can mount the AO55 blind inch and 10 to 48 inch
only.) The resulting square wave signal can be 4-20 mA converter directly onto the meter.
• Turbine rotor to optimize minimum flow
If you are using a TX100-200 sensor with a
sent over unshielded cable for hundreds of feet limits
programmable controller, you can feed the
without a transmitter. This signal can be sent • High quality ruby bearings for long life
output signal directly with no other condi-
directly to a PLC or other controller, or it can
tioning required. • One easily-replaced moving part
be converted using a blind 4-20mA output or
a flow rate and totalizer display. The TX115- Easy Installation • Uses standard NPT threaded pipe fittings
The installation fitting included with the or saddles
215 Hot Tap meters incorporate an isolation
TX100-200 sensor is standard 1½ inch male • Optional 4-20 mA flow rate and totalizer
valve and a longer tube, which allows these
NPT, which can be directly threaded into or- display
meters to be easily inserted into or removed
dinary saddles or threaded weld fittings.
from the pipe while it is under pressure. • Signal can be sent directly to controller
Ordering & Options
Specifications Adjustable Depth Turbine Flow Sensors Applications
Order No. Material Pipe Dia. (Inch) Ideal for metering
Accuracy ±1% full scale
TX101B Brass 3 to 10 clean water flows
Flow Range 0.2 to 30 ft/sec (.06 to 9.14 m/sec)
TX101S Stainless Steel 3 to 10 and chemical
Sensor/Output Hall Effect Sensor: 12 VDC current
sinking pulse TX201B Brass 10 to 48 proportioning.
Maximum Pipe 200 psi (14 bar) TX201S Stainless Steel 10 to 48
Pressure
Maximum 200°F (93°C) Hot Tap Adjustable Depth Turbine Meters
Temperature
Order No. Material Pipe Dia.
Pipe Size TX101: 3 to 10 inch (50 to 250mm)
TX201: 10 to 48 in (250 to 1200mm)
TX115B Brass Unit/Bronze Ball Valve
(In)
3 to 10
“Water links us to our
Fitting Size 1-1/2 inch NPT
Insertion Force 0.44 x pressure in pipe
TX115S
TX215B
316 SS Unit/Bronze Ball Valve
Brass Unit/Bronze Ball Valve
3 to 10
10 to 48
neighbor in a way more
Power 5 to 24 VDC, 1.5 mA
Materials Sensor Body: Brass, 316 stainless steel
TX215S 316 SS Unit/Bronze Ball Valve 10 to 48 profound and complex
Rotor: Polypro
Shaft: Nickel-bound tungsten carbide Optional Output Displays & Converters than any other.”
Bearings: Ruby Order No. Description
Cable: #22 AWG 3-con 18' (6m) − John Thorson, Indian Water Rights
FT415M Battery Powered Pulse Output and
Maximum Cable 2,000 ft (650m) Meter-Mounted Display
Weight TX101: 3 lbs (1.36 kg) FT415W Battery Powered Pulse Output and
TX201: 3.4 lbs (1.54 kg) Wall-Mounted Display
Dimensions TX101: 4 inch square x 12 inch long FT420M Pulse to 4-20 mA Output and Meter- You may also like . . .
(10cm square x 30.5cm long) Mounted Display
TX201: 4 inch square x 17 inch long FT420W Pulse to 4-20 mA Output and Wall- GL500 Global Logger
(10cm square x 43.2cm long) Mounted Display
Datalogger for recording flow sensor data.
TX115: 15-3/4 inch (40 cm) tall w/ 2 AO55M Blind 4-20 mA Converter
inch male NPT Includes powerful Global Logger software,
Meter-Mounted Display
TX215: 21-3/4 inch (55 cm) tall w/ 2 weatherproof enclosure, and 12V battery.
AO55W Blind 4-20mA Converter
inch male NPT Wall-Mounted Display Page 122
the reading is more critical than ab- FT420W Pulse to 4-20 mA Output and Display
Cover: Acrylic
solute accuracy. You may find that Rotor: PVDF AO55W Blind 4-20 mA Converter
you can get excellent results without Shaft: Nickel tungsten carbide
Description
The Micro-Flo Paddlewheel Flowmeter is tion. A handy open collector alarm output
designed to measure very low flows down is included for use with an autodialer, PLC,
to 1 oz./min, in tubing sizes down to 1/8 or telemetry system.
inch. The Micro-Flo’s chemical resistant
Rugged Design Features
wetted materials make it suitable for many
The Micro-Flo’s rugged sensor body is
chemical feed applications. (More chemi- • No external power required
constructed of chemical-resistant PVDF
cal feed products are presented starting on
and includes a clear PVC window so that • Quick and easy to install
page 96.)
you can observe the liquid flow past the • LCD rate and totalizer display
Easy Digital Display and Calibration impeller.
• No programming required
The Micro-Flo’s easy to read, 6-digit LCD
display indicates both rate and total accu- Options to Meet Your Needs • Measure very low flows (to 1 oz./min)
mulated flow, with user selectable or cus- The Micro-Flo models listed below are of-
tom programmable scale factors in units fered with 1/8 inch NPT(F) or 3/8 inch OD Applications
of US gallons, liters, ounces, and millili- connections, a sensor-mounted display, Ideal for low flow and small pipe
diameter flow metering applications.
ters. Time units are selectable in minutes, and a 115 VAC to 15 VDC power sup-
hours, or days. The Micro-Flo meter also ply. Additional process connections are
features a volumetric field calibration pro- available by special order— please contact
gramming system, which allows the user to Global Water regarding this option.
Micro-Flo Installation Notes
fine tune the meter for a particular applica-
When installing your Micro-Flo me-
Specifications ter, please note the following instal-
Accuracy ±6% full scale Input Power 9 to 28 VDC
lation tips:
Description
The DIGI-FLOW™ F-1000 paddlewheel version fits any pipe with a wall thickness
meters are easy to install, battery-powered, equal to schedule 40 or schedule 80 pipe,
and a great value for many full pipe water with model diameters from 1½ to 6 inch.
flow applications. The F-1000 features high
quality, durable materials that provide for a Easy Installation
long operational life in a variety of applica- You can quickly and easily install a meter by
tions, including mildly corrosive liquids. simply drilling a 1-1/8 inch hole in the pipe
Features With simple strap-on saddle or T-mount in- and strapping the unit on with the included
stallation fittings, you can install the F-1000 hardware. Each F-1000 is pre-calibrated for
• No external power required
quickly on most standard pipe sizes and a specific pipe size and wall thickness, so it is
• Quick and easy to install mount it in virtually any position. The easy ready to install right out of the box. All nec-
to read, 6-digit LCD display indicates both essary mounting hardware and batteries are
• LCD rate and totalizer display
rate of flow and total flow, and includes a re- included.
• No programming required set button for the totalizer. Once the F-1000
• Battery powered is installed, its meter head and mechanical Additional Notes
portion may be quickly removed for mainte- In addition to the gpm units presented be-
• Rugged design
nance or replacement. low, F-1000 Models are available in lpm and
metric pipe sizes– please contact us regard-
Applications Options to Meet Your Needs ing availability. Remember to always check
Ideal for full pipe water flow metering The T-mount F-1000 meters are available in for chemical compatibility before using this
in pipes sizes from 3/8 to 2 inch,
sizes from 3/8 to 2 inch and come with stan- or any other flowmeter with a liquid other
including in mildly corrosive liquids.
dard male pipe threads. The saddle-mount than clean to slightly turbid water.
Specifications Ordering & Options Saddle Mount Models - Schedule 40 Pipe Walls
Order No. Pipe Size (Inch) Flow Range (gpm)
Accuracy ±2% full scale T-Mount Models
RT-150S4-GPM1 1½ 15 to 150
Order No. Pipe Size (Inch) Flow Range
Display 6-digit LCD, rate and total RT-200S4-GPM1 2 30 to 300
(gpm)
RT-300S4-GPM1 3 60 to 600
Maximum Pressure 300 psig (20.7 bar) @ 70°F RT-375MI-GPM1 3/8 0.8 to 8
RT-400S4-GPM1 4 100 to 1000
(20.7°C) RT-375MI-GPM2 3/8 0.4 to 4
RT-600S4-GPM1 6 250 to 2500
Maximum Fluid T-mount: 200°F (93°C) RT-500MI-GPM1 ½ 2 to 20
Temperature @ RT-800S4-GPM1 8 400 to 4000
Saddle-mount: 140°F (60°C) RT-500MI-GPM2 ½ 0.5 to 5
0 psi RT-1000S4-GPM1 10 600 to 6000
RT-750MI-GPM1 ¾ 3 to 30
Materials Sensor body/paddle/axle: PVDF RT-1200S4-GPM1 12 800 to 8000
RT-750MI-GPM2 ¾ 0.8 to 8
Mounting T: Polypropylene RT-100MI-GPM1 1 5 to 50 Saddle Mount Models - Schedule 80 Pipe Walls
Mounting saddle: 1-1/2 to 3 RT-100MI-GPM2 1 2 to 20 Order No. Pipe Size (Inch) Flow Range (gpm)
inch: PVDF, 6 to 10 inch: PVC RT-150MI-GPM1 1½ 4 to 40
RT-150S8-GPM1 1½ 15 to 150
O-Rings: Viton® RT-150MI-GPM2 1½ 6 to 60
RT-200S8-GPM1 2 30 to 300
Power Two AAA batteries (included) RT-150MI-GPM3 1½ 10 to 100
RT-300S8-GPM1 3 60 to 600
RT-200MI-GPM1 2 4 to 40
Battery Life 1-year minimum RT-400S8-GPM1 4 100 to 1000
RT-200MI-GPM2 2 6 to 60
RT-600S8-GPM1 6 250 to 2500
Enclosure NEMA 4X, ABS RT-200MI-GPM3 2 10 to 100
RT-800S8-GPM1 8 400 to 4000
RT-200MI-GPM4 2 20 to 200
Dimensions See illustrations RT-1000S8-GPM1 10 600 to 6000
RT-1200S8GPM1 12 800 to 8000
Weight 2 lbs (907 kg)
Description
The Global Water FM500 ultrasonic flow protected configurations for multiple user
meters provide accurate and trouble free flow and portable applications, an easy to read
metering for a wide range full pipe applica- 320 x 240 pixel backlit LCD display, data
tions including: potable water, raw wastewa- logging to standard SD Card format (user
ter, effluent, well water, slurries, or virtually configurable to time interval, flow rate and
any sound conducting liquid. The FM500 total set-point triggers), isolated 4-20mA
incorporates the latest ultrasonic technology analog and 0-1000Hz pulse outputs.
to give you an accurate, easy to use hybrid
Optional features include: three configu-
Features flow meter with selectable Doppler or tran-
sit-time operating modes. With its quick rable relay outputs and a communications
• Clean or dirty water applications with package that allows the meter to connect
and easy clamp-on transducer installation,
selectable modes to your computer via RS-232, RS-485, USB
factory pre-configuration and user program-
• Quick and easy setup and operation mable menu driven interface, the meter is a or Ethernet. The communication package
snap to commission in the field. The reliable also permits remote access and control of all
• Clamp-on transducers never contact
ultrasonic flow meters use custom algorithms functions including real-time display, sys-
process liquid
and DSP technology to ensure high accuracy tem configuration, data logging, remote data
• Built in data logger downloads to flow metering, and the proprietary AGC (Au- capture and process control functions. The
standard SD card tomatic Gain Control) algorithm eliminates software included with the meter’s communi-
• Fully configurable analog and pulse the need for manual gain adjustments. cation package allows remote internet access
outputs through a local network set-up.
Loaded with the features, the FM500 in-
cludes: five programmable and password
Description
The F-400N Series Variable Area Flowme- Easy Reading
ters, including the F-400N and F-410N Permanent scales are screen printed onto
versions, have long been two of the most the meter body directly in front of the
popular lines. These flowmeters feature float for easy reading. The F-400’s also
superior styling and quality materials. include back reflectors for easy reading.
Max. Fluid Polypropylene adapters: 150°F F-40050LN-4 0.050 to 0.500 0.2 to 2.0 1/4" PVC 316 SS
Temperature (65°C) @ 0 psi
F-40375LN-8 0.1 to 1.0 0.4 to 4.0 1/2" Polypropylene PVC
PVC adapters and floats: 120°F
(49°C) @ 0 psi
F-40376LN-8 0.2 to 2.0 1.0 to 7.5 1/2" Polypropylene 316 SS
Full Scale ± 5%
Accuracy F-40377LN-8 0.3 to 3.0 1.5 to 11.0 1/2" Polypropylene 316 SS
Calibration Fluid Water, specific gravity 1.0 F-410N Standard Models for Liquid
Order No. Flow Range (gpm) Flow Range (lpm) F/NPT Adapter (Inch) Connector Float
F-40750LN-12 1.0 to 10 4 to 38 3/4 Polypropylene 316 SS
Maximum Pressure 2 psi F-41017LN-12 1.0 to 17 4 to 64 3/4 Polypropylene 316 SS
Drop
F-41000LN-12 2.0 to 20 8 to 80 3/4 Polypropylene 316 SS
Description
Global Water’s RF-Series Ramp Flumes tion equipment for lifting and site prepa-
are low cost flumes built for easy installa- ration. However, surveying and compli-
tion and high accuracy. cated excavation are not required, so the
cost of installation will be minimal. When
Rugged Design
Features installing, simply ensure that the flume
The Ramp Flumes are built from high
• Low investment for accurate water mea- is level from end to end and side to side.
grade 16 gauge galvanized steel and will
surement Only a nut wrench and screw driver are
resist most corrosive environments. The
• Wide flow rate ranges available necessary for assembly, but gloves should
design utilizes rigid flanges and bracing to
be used for safety during installation.
• Easy to install allow the use of soil as a backfill during
• Self cleaning approach section installation. High Accuracy and Low Maintenance
“Solid stone is just straightforward. The flume can be trans- that provides long intervals for debris-free
ported to the installation site by hand, operation and consistent accuracy. This
sand and water . . . horse, truck, or ATV. The large ramp allows for long periods of operation be-
Sand and water and a flumes are heavy and will require excava- tween cleanings and maintenance.
Global Water’s Parshall, Palmer Bowlus, and In general, you should select the
“H” Flumes are constructed of high quality smallest flume of adequate capac-
polyester resin and fiberglass. These flumes ity for your application. The sizing
are durable, highly accurate, and easy to of flumes is based on anticipated
install. normal and maximum flows. Before
installing your flume, you should con-
These primary device flumes constrict an sider the following attributes:
open channel’s flow either horizontally,
vertically, or both horizontally and verti- • Upstream Conditions and Effects:
cally. Once the flow is backed up behind Upstream conditions should pro-
relationship between the upstream water the flume inlet. Channel turns,
tees, elevation drops, or other ob-
level and the open channel flow through
structions should be avoided. The
the constriction. This relationship can be
upstream channel slope should
determined either by an equation or a look- Features
not allow excessive velocity at the
up table.
• High quality polyester resin and fiber- flume. A slope of almost flat to 3%
Global Water’s three standard molded glass materials maximum is ideal for very small
flumes include: • Highly durable and accurate flumes, and 2% maximum is ideal
for larger flumes. A 1:4 sloping
• The Parshall flume, which constricts • Easy to install
ramp upstream should be provid-
primarily horizontally, and is design for
Ordering & Options ed for flumes that must be installed
rectangular or trapezoidal channels.
Flumes* above the channel floor. Since a
• The Palmer-Bowlus, which constricts the Order No. Flume Type Size (Inch) flume will restrict your channel, you
flow vertically and horizontally and can 01-006 Parshall 1 Width should also consider the influence
01-007 Parshall 2W
be molded to be inserted into an existing that backwater may have on up-
01-008 Parshall 3W
half-round pipe. 01-009 Parshall 6W stream drains and channel walls.
01-010 Parshall 9W
• “H” flumes, which attach to the ends of 01-011 Parshall 12 W • Crest of the Flume: The crest of the
pipes where the water is free-falling. 01-014 Palmer-Bowlus 4 Dia. flume (the floor of the converging
01-015 Palmer-Bowlus 6D
section where depth measurements
Diagrams of these flumes, dimensions, and 01-016 Palmer-Bowlus 8D
01-017 Palmer-Bowlus 10 D are made) must be level both longi-
flow data are available on Global Water’s
01-018 Palmer-Bowlus 12 D tudinally and transversely.
website at www.globalw.com. 01-027 “H” 0.5 H
01-028 “H” 0.75 H • Downstream Channel: The down-
Applications 01-029 “H” 1.0 H stream channel should not permit
* Larger sizes are available, please call for more in-
formation. Please contact Global Water regarding submerged flow conditions to
your selection. Diagrams and dimension/flow data occur. Long, narrow, flat, or un-
for all flumes are at www.globalw.com.
dersized channels can result in a
Accessories backwater effect at the flume and
Parshall Flume: Ideal for rectangular channels, includ-
Order No. Description
ing many irrigation, environmental, and industrial should be avoided. A large fall
channels. Flume-SW8 Attached 8 inch Stilling Well
Flume-SWP2 2 inch Stilling Well Port
or steep slope immediately down-
Palmer Bowlus: Ideal for monitoring sewer flow, efflu-
ent, influent, and other flows in round channels such
Flume-SW2 2 inch Stilling Well stream of the metering station can
Flume-SG Staff Gauge eliminate the possibility of sub-
as pipes.
Flume-BT Bubbler Tube
“H” Flume: Ideal for measuring runoff from small agri-
Flume-WW Wingwalls (pair)
merged flow conditions.
cultural wetlands, feedlots, infiltration areas, as well as
Flume-CAC Concrete Anchor Clips FIND OUT MORE AT WWW.GLOBALW.COM
flows in streams and sewage systems.