
Measurement of gases, liquids and steam.
Fields of application
Measures the flow of gas or smoke discharged into the atmosphere
Can be installed on all types of chimney (brick, sheet metal, cement, etc.) up to 1600 mm diameter
Biogas flow measurement
Measurement of aeration tank oxygenation in wastewater treatment plants
Air and gas measurement on aerocombustion burners
High-temperature combustion air flow measurement
Air flow measurement on compressed air and air conditioning networks
Benefits
Flow measurement is performed by measuring maximum velocity. The probe is positioned in the center of the pipe. The shape of the velocity profile depends on the Raynolds number. The velocity is equal to ±2% of the maximum velocity x 0.84 (this coefficient can also be calculated using the Vennard and Blasius formulas), provided the flow is turbulent. The Pitot tube measures this flow by generating a differential pressure proportional to the dynamic pressure of the fluid when placed in the flowing fluid. The differential pressure generated is a function of axial velocity, fluid density and probe geometry (probe coefficient K0).
This differential pressure is measured by an FCX series pressure transmitter connected to the HP and BP connections. 5RB series Pitot tubes are available for all circular pipes from Ø50 mm to Ø1600 mm and for rectangular ducts. These are single-point pitot tubes for flow measurement using differential pressure. Ideal for difficult conditions. Pitot tubes are speed/flow probes that deliver a differential pressure proportional to the square of the speed. Inserted into a pipe, these probes measure fluid velocity at any point in the pipe. Thanks to their design, they generate a differential pressure > 20% of the dynamic pressure. Series 5RB pitot tubes are suitable for measurements in gases, with low pressure drop. Their robust construction guarantees rigidity and longevity, and installation is easy and economical.
Accuracy | ± 1% of actual flow |
Measurement repeatability | ± 0,1 % |
Drift | Zero drift for long-term stability |
Reynolds number | Re midi: 12,000 |
Rangeability | 10:01 |
Fluid type | Liquid, gas or vapour |
Drive type | Circular duct from ø 50 to ø 1,500 mm or rectangular duct |
Operating pressure | 50 bar maximum |
Operating temperature | 350° C (higher on request) |
Viscosity | 500 centipoises maximum |
Long-term accuracy | Wear-independent |
Nameplate | Stainless steel as standard |
Material | Stainless steel 316 L |
Mounting | Via cable gland or flange |
Certificate: EU declaration of conformity pitot tubes series 5RD Moyennée and 5RB Monopoint
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