Performance
The McCrometer V-Cone is an innovative
flowmeter that takes differential
pressure-type flow measurement to another
level. Designed for the harshest operating
environments and for the widest variety of
fluids, this advanced flowmeter consistently
outperforms traditional DP devices and other
major flow technologies. The V-Cone offers
better accuracy and repeatability, wider
rangeability, installation flexibility and
reduced maintenance. Its performance is so
outstanding, some users say it deserves a
technology name all its own. The key benefit
to the V-Cone's unique design is its ability
to provide repeatable accuracy of up to +/-
0.5% of rate under even the most difficult
flow conditions, and over a wide range of
Reynolds numbers. Whether measuring swirling
fluids or low pressure flows, the V-Cone
delivers the accuracy and reliability other
devices only achieve under lab conditions.
Operation
The V-Cone's enhanced performance is due to
the shape and position of the cone in relation
to the measurement ports. This allows the
V-Cone to act as its own flow conditioner,
fully conditioning and mixing the flow prior
to measurement. The result is a low amplitude,
high frequency signal with little "signal
bounce." Readings are always precise and
reliable, including in low pressure flow
situations.
Maximum
Installation Flexibility
The
V-Cone's ability to condition the flow prior
to measurement results in another significant
benefit : installation flexibility. Because
the V-Cone can accurately measure disturbed
flow, it doesn't require the upstream or
downstream straight pipe runs of many other
flowmeters. This key feature means the V-Cone
can be installed virtually anywhere in a
piping system or easily retrofit into an
existing piping layout. The result can be
significant cost savings. It also means the
V-Cone can fit where other flowmeters can't
due to limited-space or weight requirements
Low-to-No
Operating Costs
The V-Cone assures long-term performance. It
has no moving parts to replace and maintain.
In addition, the contoured shape of the cone
directs the flow without impacting it against
an abrupt surface. Instead, a boundary layer
forms along the cone, directing fluid away
from the beta edge. Because the beta edge
remains unchanged, the calibration of the
meter is accurate for a much longer time,
possibly indefinitely.
Flexible
Design Meets Range of Needs
The V-Cone Flowmeter offers exceptional sizing
flexibility. It can be sized for a line
diameters of 1/2" to over 120". It
also comes in two standard configurations: a
precision flow tube or insertion weld-on
saddle meter. A variety of construction
materials is also available.
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