6.3 Calculating the insertion depth
Generally, the sensor tip must be placed in the centre of the pipe. To
facilitate this, the sensor is designed with a scale engraved on its shaft.
To determine the right position, calculate the insertion depth as
described below.
Note:
If the pipe diameter is greater than the shaft length, it is feasible
to install the sensor out of centre of the pipe. For more information,
please contact the manufacturer.
6.3.1 Centre installation
Centre installation is the default and recommended installation type.
Insertion depth
=
x
+
y
x
=
OD
2
; OD
=
Outer diameter of pipe
Example for a 2” pipe and a 87 mm ball valve:
y
=
87 mm
; OD
=
60.3 mm
x
=
OD
2
=
60.3 mm
2
=
30.15 mm
Insertion depth
=
30.15 mm
+
87mm
=
117.15 mm
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