MU801 Plus Multi-channel Ultrasonic Flow Meter

▍Introduction

 

In the field of liquid measurement, ultrasonic flow meter is a non-contact measuring instrument with high accuracy. Among them, the two commonly-used types are multi-channel ultrasonic flow meters and single-channel ultrasonic flow meters. Obviously, MU801 Plus from Flo-Instruments is a such multi-channel ultrasonic flow meter.

MU801 Plus is an ultrasonic flowmeter based on transit-time schematic design. The multi-channel ultrasonic flow meter uses the combination of multi pairs of transducers, which are installed on both sides of the pipe to form multi sound channel paths. Flow velocity and flow rate are calculated by measuring the time difference in ultrasound propagation along the multi acoustic channel paths. Therefore, the multi-channel ultrasonic flow meter has higher measurement accuracy and stability.

The multi-channel ultrasonic flow meter is suitable for situations with a wide pipe size range, such as large pipe diameters, high flow rates, high viscosity, etc. Since the multi-channel ultrasonic flow meter uses multi-channel paths, the error can be reduced and the measurement accuracy can be improved. In addition, the multi-channel ultrasonic flow meter also has better signal processing capabilities and can resist noise interference.

 

 

◆ Features

 

 

High-accuracy measurement:

Multi-channel ultrasonic flowmeter uses multiple pairs of ultrasonic sensors, which can simultaneously obtain flow rate information at multiple points in the pipeline section. By averaging or fiting these points, the more accurate average flow rate can be obtained. This minimizes errors and compensates for variations in flow conditions, ensuring more reliable results.

Wide range of applications:

Multi-channel ultrasonic flow meters can be applied in a variety of pipe diameters and fluid types, including regular water, pure water, cooling/hot water, diesel oil, peanut oil, alcohol etc. At the same time, because of its non-contact measurement method, it is suitable for various corrosive, viscous, dirty and other complex liquids.

High-efficiency measurement:

Multi-channel ultrasonic flowmeter can complete the flow velocity measurement of the pipeline cross-section in a short time, including turbulent or non-uniform flow conditions, so it can provide higher measurement efficiency, especially beneficial for the measurement of large-diameter pipes and large-flow fluids.

High fault tolerance:

The presence of multiple channels provides higher fault tolerance, ensuring that the meter remains operational even if one channel is compromised. This enhances fault tolerance and overall system reliability.

Easy to install: 

Multi-channel ultrasonic flowmeter requires sensors to be installed on both sides of the pipeline, but does not require any modification or insertion of any measuring components inside the pipeline, so installation is relatively easy.

High cost performance: 

Compared with the single channel ultrasonic flowmeters, multi-channel ultrasonic flowmeters require more ultrasonic transducers and more complex signal processing technology so as to bring more stable and accurate measurement.

Visiable Display Interface: 

Each parameter interface containes both various flow data and parameter details. Colorful digital display screen makes every data reach optimal visual effects. In addition, the clear and obvious operation interface allow users to master and operate it more proficiently so as to input related data more fastly and accurately.

 

 

 

 

▍Wiring Diagram

 

 

 

 

 

◆ Product Dimension

 

 

 

▍Technical Data

 

◆ Technical Parameter

 

Velocity Range

0.03~40ft/s (0.01~12m/s)

Accuracy

±0.5%

Repeatability

0.1%

Pipe Size

1" ~ 200" (DN25 ~ DN5000)

Liquid

Water, sea water, oil, alcohol...

Pipe Material

PVC, stainless steel, carbon steel, copper...

Output

Analog output: ModBus RS485,OCT,4~20mA, max load 750Ω.

Power Supply

24~36V DC

Keypad

Four touch keys

Display

3.5 inch TFT LCD 480*320

Temperature

Transmitter: -40℉~140℉ (-40℃~60℃)

 

Clamp-on transducer: -40℉~248℉ (-40℃~120℃)
  Insertion transducer:-40℉~176℉ (-40℃~80℃)

 

PT1000 Temp. Sensor: 32℉~212℉ (0℃~100℃)

Humidity

0 to 95% RH,non-condensing

Transmitter

IP54

Transducer

Encapsulated design, IP68

 

Standard cable length: 10m

 

◆ Ordering Information

 

MU801

Plus

Code

Specification

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 A Ultrasonic Flow Meter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Code

Transmitter enclosure area classification

1

IP65, die-cast aluminum machined enclosure

2

Explosion-proof enclosure , Ex dia II BT4

 

 

 

 

 

 Code Transducer
CT011

(standard) 2-channel clamp-on

Liquid Temp.: -40℉~+248℉(-40℃~+120℃)
CT013

(optional) 4-channel clamp-on

Liquid Temp.: -40℉~+248℉(-40℃~+120℃)
IT216

(optional) 2-channel Insertion

Liquid Temp.: -40℉~+176℉(-40℃~+80℃)
IT217

(optional) 4-channel Insertion

Liquid Temp.: -40℉~+176℉(-40℃~+80℃)
 

Code

Cable Length

L

Standard cable length: 33ft(10m)

L+

On request other lengths

 

 

Code

Temperature Sensor

PT1000

Temperature: 35.6℉~221℉ (2℃~105℃)
 

MU801

Plus

 A 1 CT011 L PT1000 Complete ordering information

 

 

 

◆ Package Content

 

 

 

▍Installation

 

 

V Method

 The V method is considered as the standard method. It usually gives a more accurate reading and is used on pipe diameters ranging from 25mm to 400mm (1～16”)approximately. Also,it is convenient to use, but still requires proper installation of the transducer, contact on the pipe at the pipe's centerline and equal spacing on either side of the centerline.

Z Method

 The V method is considered as the standard method. It usually gives a more accurate reading and is used on pipe diameters ranging from 25mm to 400mm (1～16”)approximately. Also,it is convenient to use, but still requires proper installation of the transducer, contact on the pipe at the pipe's centerline and equal spacing on either side of the centerline.

N Method

 With the N method, the sound waves traverse the fluid twice and bounce three times off the pipe walls. It is suitable for small pipe diameter measurement. The measurement accuracy can be improved by extending the transit distance with the N method
(uncommonly used).

W Method

 As with the N method, the measurement accuracy can also be improved by extending the transit distance with the W method. The sound wave traverses the fluid four times and bounces four times off the pipe walls. It is suitable for very small pipe(diameters less than 50mm,2")

 

 

▍Application Industry

 

 

Cooling Tower

  • Cooling water circulation systems

  • Inlet and outlet pipelines

  • Monitoring and control systems

  • Water quality monitoring
Water Circulation Industry

  • Water output from water treatment plants

  • Pipeline flow monitoring

  • Energy efficiency monitoring

  • Water resource recycling and utilization

Chemical Industry

 

  • Inbound and outbound raw materials

  • Reaction and separation process control

  • Utility engineering and environmental monitoring

  • Special conditions and media measurement

HVAC

  • Automated process control

  • Large scale metering projects

  • School, shopping mall, museum, university, office building
Swimming Pools
  • Monitoring of drainage flow
  • Leak detection
  • Energy-saving management

 

 

 

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Velocity Range: 0.03~±40ft/s (0.01~±12m/s)
Accuracy: ±0.5%
Pipe Size: 1'' ~ 200'' (25mm ~ 5000mm)
Liquid: water, sea water, diesel oil, alcohol...
Pipe Material: PVC, stainless steel, carbon steel, copper...
Output: 4-20mA
Power Supply: 24-36V DC
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  • Office

    Floor 15, Building F, Bantian International Center, No.5 Huancheng South Road, Bantian Street, Longgang District, Shenzhen, 518129

     

    Factory

    Xinjianxing Science and Technology Park, Fengxin Road, Guangming Street, Guangming New District, Shenzhen, 518107

    TEL

    +86-0755-28285391

    E-mail

    flo@flo-instruments.com