Misunderstanding of metal rotor flowmeter installation

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In practical applications, misunderstandings about the installation method of metal rotameter flowmeters often occur. One of the typical misunderstandings is that metal rotameter flowmeters can only be installed vertically. In fact, this perception is not entirely accurate. The installation methods of metal rotameter are far more flexible and diverse than we think.

Although the metal rotor flowmeter does need to be installed vertically in some application scenarios to ensure that the fluid passes through the flowmeter from bottom to top to obtain more accurate measurement results, this does not mean that it is The only way to install it. In fact, the metal rotor flowmeter can be installed vertically or horizontally. The key is to ensure that the relative position between the flowmeter and the pipe is correct during installation and there is no obvious tilt angle.

Applicable scenarios for vertical installation

When the fluid contains a small amount of solid particles or bubbles, vertical installation is recommended. This is because gravity can help solid particles settle, reduce wear on the rotor and measuring tube wall, and at the same time facilitate the rise and discharge of bubbles, reducing measurement errors. In addition, for high-viscosity fluids, vertical installation helps reduce fluid retention in the pipeline and ensures measurement accuracy.

Advantages of Horizontal Installation

In many cases, especially when space is limited or the fluid is a clean liquid, horizontal installation becomes a better choice. Horizontal installation allows efficient use of space and facilitates maintenance and observation of flow meter readings. For low viscosity fluids, horizontal installation will not significantly affect measurement accuracy and can avoid potential interference with measurement results due to fluid stratification during vertical installation.

Therefore, we should break the misunderstanding that "metal rotameter can only be installed vertically" and fully realize the diversity and flexibility of its installation methods. Only in this way can the important role of metal rotameter in fluid measurement be better utilized and more accurate and reliable data support be provided for industrial automation and process control.