Katronic Technologies FLUXUS ADM 6725, Operating Instruction

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Selection of the Measuring Point
Select the measuring point so that the sound waves from the transducers
propagate the pipe horizontally.
(Solid particles are deposited on the bottom of the pipe, gas pockets can develop at the top.)
Correct Incorrect
Free inlet or outlet pipe sections
Select the measuring point at a location where the pipe cannot drain out.
Correct Disadvantageous
Correct Disadvantageous
Vertical pipe
Select the measuring point at a location where the liquid flows up.
(Pipe completely filled)
Correct Incorrect
3.4 Distances between Measuring Point and
Disturbance Source
In the following examples, recommended
straight inlet and outlet pipe lengths are
given for different types of flow disturbance
sources to assist in selecting the correct
measuring point.
D = Nominal pipe diameter at measuring point
L = Recommended distance
Disturbance source : 90 °-elbow