Common sanitary flow meters are sanitary magnetic flow meters and sanitary turbine flow meters. Composed of 304/316 stainless steel. A Sanitary flowmeter with Tri-Clamp fittings is easier to install and disassemble. Suitable for the food hygiene industry.
The sanitary flowmeter uses a new sanitary lining material and lining technology. At the same time, a stainless steel casing and a stainless steel clamp connection are used to facilitate the quick disassembly and cleaning of the sanitary flowmeter. It is not easy to be polluted, and can effectively prevent the accumulation of measuring fluid residue in the measuring tube. It is used in the production process of mineral water, soy sauce, jam, beer, fruit juice, rice wine, milk and other foods and in the fields of hygiene and chemical industry.
Sino-Inst offers a variety of Sanitary flow meters for flow measurement. If you have any questions, please contact our sales engineers.
Featured Sanitary Flow Meters for Sale
In this article, except for the sanitary magnetic flow meter and sanitary turbine flow meter. We will fully analyze the sanitary flow meter for you. And introduce other types of sanitary flow meters. This is the best Sanitary Flow Meters Buyer’s Guide.
Sanitary Turbine Flow Meter
Sanitary turbine flow meters have stainless steel bodies and come standard with Tri-Clover fittings. A Sanitary flow meter is suitable for measuring liquid without impurities. It can output pulse frequency signals. It is used to detect instantaneous flow and total integrated flow. A Sanitary flow meter can be used in food, sports drink, liquor, and other beverage industries, in preprocess applications.
Sanitary Turbine Flow Meter reference price: DN50. USD 300-700/pc.
- Meets the requirements of 3-A Sanitary Standard number 28-04
- 316L stainless steel body and internal wetted parts
- Consistent, reliable gas flow measurement
- Wafer mounting configuration for limited space requirements
- Anti-corrosion and anti-rust materials, suitable for the health industry;
- Quick-load structure, easy to install and maintain;
- High precision and good repeatability;
- High-quality turbine, beyond the conventional range;
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Sanitary Magnetic Flow Meter
Sanitary Flow Meter uses a new type of sanitary lining material and lining technology, which meets the sanitary requirements of the food industry. It uses a stainless steel shell and stainless steel clamp connection. It is convenient for the quick disassembly and cleaning of the electromagnetic flow meter. Magnetic flow meter in a sanitary version which meets the strict requirements of the food-processing and bio-technology/ pharmaceutical industries.
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- The sensor adopts new sanitary lining material. Prevent the accumulation of measuring medium residues in the measuring tube.
- The sensor adopts a quick connection scheme. The electromagnetic flowmeter is easy to disassemble, maintain and clean.
- The converter uses a 16-bit embedded microprocessor for signal processing. It has high integration and fast calculation speed. The calculation accuracy is high. Fully digital signal processing. Strong anti-interference ability. Features such as reliable measurement.
- The intelligent converter can simultaneously display measurement data such as volume flow percentage, instantaneous flow, and cumulative flow.
- The flowmeter is a two-way measuring system with three totalizers inside. Forward total, reverse total, and difference total. It can display positive and negative flow.
- With digital communication signal output such as current, pulse, RS485, RS232, Hart and Modbus.
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Sanitary Metal Rotameter
The sanitary metal tube float flowmeter has local display type and intelligent remote transmission type. With pointer to display the instant / cumulative flow liquid crystal display. Upper and lower limit alarm output, cumulative pulse output, batch control, standard two-wire 4-20mA current output and other forms. Provides a very broad choice for users to use. In addition, the instrument uses advanced micro-processing central chip and high-quality industrial components. Ensure the excellent performance of the flowmeter in various applications.
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- Suitable for flow measurement of small-diameter and low-velocity media;
- Reliable work, small maintenance, and long life;
- The requirements for straight pipe sections are not high, and the wider flow ratio is 10:1
- Double-line large LCD display, optional on-site instantaneous/accumulated flow display, with backlight;
- Single-axis sensitive indication;
- All-metal structure, suitable for high temperature, high pressure, and strong corrosive media;
- It can be used in flammable and explosive hazardous situations.
Sanitary Differential Pressure Flowmeter
The left part of the sanitary differential pressure flowmeter is a sanitary stainless steel shell, and the right part is the electronic component cavity. The stainless steel shell is a straight-through pipe, and the interior is designed with no gaps and no dead ends. The internal surface of the straight-through pipeline is sanitary polished.
A differential pressure sensor diaphragm is arranged in the straight-through pipeline to form a throttling device. The front side of the diaphragm of the differential pressure sensor faces the direction of fluid flow. The negative side of the diaphragm of the differential pressure sensor is parallel to the flow direction of the fluid. When fluid flows through this straight-through pipeline, due to the throttling effect of the differential pressure sensor capsule inside the pipeline, a pressure difference is formed on the positive and negative sides of the differential pressure sensor capsule.
The differential pressure sensor capsule is provided with a Swiss ROCKSENSOR differential pressure measurement chip, a static pressure measurement chip and a temperature measurement chip. It can measure and obtain the differential pressure signal on the positive and negative side of the differential pressure sensor capsule, the static pressure signal of the pipeline and the temperature signal of the fluid.
Sanitary Slurry Flow Meter
Flow measurement of Slurry and Solids is one of the most challenging applicaiton for magmeters. In wide industrial slurry pipelines, Magnetic Flow meters are ideal choice. Mag flow meters are ideal for any dirty liquid which is conductive or water based. Some types Ultrasonic flow meters can also measure flow rate of slurry, but the cost is too high. So, if you need to measure the flow of slurry or solids, We recommend using an electromagnetic flowmeter.
Extended reading: Stainless steel flow meters|304-316 optional
Tri Clamp Flow Meter
Tri Clamp Flow Meter’s clamp-type quick couplings are also called Tri-Clamp fittings.
The clamp is a connecting device for connecting grooved pipe fittings, valves and pipeline fittings. Used to tighten the connection between the quick connectors. Generally the joints are provided with gaskets, rubber, silicone and PTFE. It has good performance, high sealing and easy installation.
Advantages of Tri Clamp Flow Meter:
- Fast. There is no need for welding and re-galvanizing, and the installation speed is more than 3 times faster than flange connection.
- Simple. It is lighter than the flange, the locking mechanism is cleverly designed, the number of bolts is small, and there is no need to lock the holes.
- Reliable
①The clamp, washer and pipe end groove are compressed on the whole circumference, and the pipe end tensile strength is high, the test pressure reaches 4.2MPa, the temperature is -30℃～100℃, and the vacuum degree can reach 0.08MPa;
②The gasket is designed as type C, which can form triple leakage prevention. The greater the pressure in the pipe, the better the seal;
③The gasket material can be selected appropriately according to the fluid medium, pipe material and temperature. - Vibration isolation and shock absorption
①Because the gap at the end of the pipe can effectively cut off the transmission of noise and vibration, the pipeline will not be affected during thermal expansion and contraction;
②The sealing gasket can also absorb noise and vibration. - Economy and safety are convenient for project budget, and it can save 20% of total project cost compared with flange connection. Construction does not require power, oxygen, or open flames.
- Zero pollution. Because there is no welding slag and damage to the galvanized layer and the plastic layer in the original installation, the pipeline can be guaranteed to be unblocked. The connected pipeline, especially the fire sprinkler system, will not rust and block the equipment, sprinkler heads, etc. in the pipeline due to other connections.
- Take up less space
①Flange installation space is 3:2 compared with clamp joint.
②The clamp joints and accessories can be installed first, and can be adjusted in any direction and angle, and the piping is free. - Easy maintenance.
Disassembly, washing and replacement only need to remove two clamps and four bolts, which is convenient for pipeline extension, replacement and rotation direction. Even wear.
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3A Sanitary Flow Meters
The “3-A” standard is recognized as an important international health standard, and people in the industry will often mention it. Since 1956, the 3-A mark has become a registered mark used to prove that the materials, hygienic design, and production and assembly procedures of the equipment affixed to the label meet the requirements of the 3A standard. In order to improve the credibility of the 3-A mark, in 2003, under the leadership of the 3-A SSI, the third party verification (TPV) was implemented.
With the continuous development and progress of the certification, the 3-A symbol far exceeds a symbol. Based on decades of cooperation and recognition of key stakeholders such as dairy products, food health experts, equipment manufacturers, etc., the 3-A brand has been widely recognized in the food processing equipment market. The value of 3A is manifested in many aspects of stakeholders:
1) The value of 3A to food processors
As leading manufacturers, processors and USDA and FDA regulatory health experts have participated in the development of the 3A standard. Users of dairy processing equipment can ensure that their equipment complies with all applicable hygiene regulations and can achieve effective cleaning. And it can be expected that the inspection by the regulatory agency can be successfully completed.
2) The value of 3A to equipment manufacturers
Because of the high recognition of 3A in the sanitary equipment range. It has now become a passport to enter the US food, dairy, and pharmaceutical and sanitary equipment markets. It is also a symbol of global quality products. It is well-known in various markets around the world. Because the 3A symbol has been recognized by almost all health experts and regulatory officials. Products affixed with the 3A logo can be widely accepted worldwide.
At the same time, because each standard details the hygienic aspects of materials, design and manufacturing. Therefore, the equipment meets the requirements of processors and health experts. Standards also reduce mold, tooling costs, and the expected delivery time due to the lack of uniform standards. At the same time, 3A certification has also formed a huge marketing advantage.
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Clamp-on flowmeter for sanitary industry
Clamp on flow meter (Model: 2000) is composed of an integrated host and ultrasonic clamp on sensor. Clamp on flow meter is widely used in online flow measurement of various liquids. Just stick the external clamp sensor on the pipe surface. Compared with the traditional flowmeter, it does not need to cut off the pipe and flow. The installation is convenient and quick, and the non-destructive installation is truly realized.
Clamp on Flow Meter Reference price: USD 470.00/pc
Handheld Ultrasonic Flow Meter ( Model:2000H) has been successfully applied to measurement work in various industries. The measuring range is 20-6000mm (0.5-20 inches). A non-contact measurement method is adopted. Flexible operation and easy to carry. Conductive or non-conductive, corrosive or non-corrosive liquids can be measured. Various fluids: water, pure water, sewage, sea water, chemical fluids, river water, fuel Oil etc. can be measured.
Handheld Ultrasonic Flow Meter Reference price: USD 470.00/pc
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Application of sanitary flow meters
Typical applications include measuring or batch controlling water, WFI, USP water, deionized water, vaccines, clean pharmaceuticals, milk, cream, vegetable oil, wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, juices (without pulp), and any other clean, consumable liquid.
Application Examples:
- Sanitary
- Food Processing
- Pharmaceutical
- Industries Process or Industrial
- Pharmaceutical industry:
- filling and metering of infusion products such as saline and glucose water;
- Food and beverage industry:
- filling and metering of liquid foods such as vegetable juice, juice, beer, and refined oil.
- brewery
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FAQ
Where should a flow meter be placed?
Different types of flow meters have different requirements for the choice of installation location. Where to install the specific flowmeter, you need to decide according to the product you purchase.
Such as electromagnetic flowmeter.
1. Choice of installation site:
·Choose a place where there is no negative pressure in the measuring tube;
·Avoid installing in strong electric equipment accessories such as motors, transformers, etc., to avoid electrical interference;
·Avoid places with strong corrosive gas around the installation location;
·When measuring mixed-phase fluids, avoid places that cause phase separation;
·The ambient temperature should generally be within the range of -25℃～60℃, avoid direct sunlight as much as possible;
·Installed in a vibration-free or small vibration environment, if the vibration is too large, fixed supports should be added to the pipes before and after the sensor;
·The relative humidity of the environment should be within the range of 10%～90%;
·Avoid installing in a place that can be directly drenched or submerged by rain;
2. Requirements for the length of straight pipe section: (D is the inner diameter of the flowmeter)
The electromagnetic flowmeter has relatively low requirements for the front and rear straight pipe sections. Generally for 90° elbows, T-shaped tees, reducers, fully open valves and other flow resistance parts. There should be a 5D straight pipe section away from the center line of the electrode axis of the electromagnetic flowmeter (not the end face of the sensor).
For valves with different opening degrees (such as valves with adjustable opening degrees), the length of the upstream straight pipe section needs to be 10D. One
Generally, the straight pipe downstream of the sensor only needs 3D to meet the requirements. When measuring mixed liquids of different media, the distance between the mixing point and the flowmeter must be at least 30D.
3. Installation position and flow direction:
The electromagnetic flowmeter can be installed on the pipeline horizontally, vertically and obliquely
What does a flow meter control?
The flow meter itself does not have a control function. The flowmeter can output signals according to the requirements of your control system. Such as 4-20mA, pulse signal, etc. And HART or, RS485, etc.
If you need a flow meter with a switch output function, it should be a flow switch.
What is the most accurate flow meter?
Generally speaking, the accuracy of mass flow meters is the highest. What is measured is mass quantity, which is a flow meter often used as a trade settlement.
The flowmeter can generally reach 1.0 level, and 0.5 level is considered high accuracy. The accuracy of liquid flow meters is generally 0.2%-0.5%.
Of course, the accuracy of the flowmeter still depends on the site conditions. If the measurement of temperature and pressure is not very difficult, the accuracy of the flowmeter must be relatively high. In addition, to ensure the accuracy of the flowmeter, correct installation and use are also very important.
How do you clean a flow meter?
The cleaning method of the flowmeter should be determined according to the type of the flowmeter and the measured medium. It can be rinsed with water, or a cleaning solution can be used according to specific conditions. It is best to remove and clean.
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