. All Cox Precision Turbine Flow Meters are designed to provide a high frequency output voltage at the maximum of their flow range . This high frequency signal improves resolution and standardized output permits several overlapping range flow meters to be connected in series to one indicating instrument .
The installation of the Cox Precision Turbine Flow Meters must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and codes . Failures to read and follow these instructions can lead to misapplication or misuse of the Cox Precision Turbine Flow Meters, resulting in personal injury and damage to equipment .
Piping Recommended layout for Cox Precision Turbine Flow Meters specifies a straight section of pipe or tube in the same size as the flow meter and equal in length to 10 diameters on the upstream side, and a similar section equal in length to 5 diameters in order to retard the formation of swirls in the liquid, which can cause incorrect flow meter output .
#1400-63 . Flow meter serial number must be provided when ordering parts . Figure 2: Cox Precision LoFlo turbine flow meter Figure 3: Cox precision turbine flow meter DO NOT INTERCHANGE FLOW METER PARTS OTHER THAN BEARINGS AND RETAINING RINGS. THIS PRECAUTION IS NECESSARY TO PRESERVE LINEARITY AND REPEATABILITY.
User Manual REASSEMBLY Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly except for the following: • On Precision Turbine Flow Meters where shaft bearings are provided with a retainer, always install with the retainer flange facing upstream . • Inspect rotor for markings as shown in Figure 4 to indicate flow direction before assembly .
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Precision Meters, Turbine Flow Meters TROUBLESHOOTING Issue Possible Cause Remedy Meter indicates higher flow than actual . Cavitation . Increase back pressure . Meter indicates high flow . Dirt blocking flow area rotor . Clean meter; add filter . Meter indicates low flow . Dirt dragging rotor .
The maximum deviation from the corresponding data points taken from repeated tests under identical conditions . Linearity This is defined as the deviation from the mean calibration factor (K) and is expressed as being within a certain tolerance . Cox Precision Turbine Flow Meters are linear to ± 0 .5% over the range shown .
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The instrument referenced above was calibrated using standards traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Calibration reports for references maintained by Badger Meter, Inc. are available upon request to the customer of this calibration report. The volumetric flow rates reported are within a best uncertainty of +/- .037% of reading (Represents an expanded uncertainty using a coverage factor, k = 2, at an approximate level of confidence of 95%) and applies to...
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Materials listed in Table 3 are recommended and used for most turbine flow meter applications . For unusual requirements— such as those outside the range of –300…350° F or those with extremely corrosive liquids—consult the Badger Meter Sales Department . Part...
Precision Meters, Turbine Flow Meters DIMENSIONS (LIQUID) Dimension B specifies the most common pickoff type . Actual size may vary depending on pickoff choice . Consult factory for details . AN End Fitting HEX BODY SQUARE BODY Figure 7: AN end fitting End Fitting B (RF) B (MAG)
CX12SAXXCB 3.56 1.77 1-1/4" CX16SAXXCB 3.56 1.99 1-1/2" CX20SAXXCB 4.59 2.17 1-1/2" CX24SAXXCB 4.59 2.38 1-1/2" CX32SAXXCB 6.06 3.18 2" Precision Meters, Turbine Flow Meters Tri-Clamp End Fitting 2X TRI-CLAMP END FITTINGS (PER ASME BPE) Figure 11: Tri-clamp end fitting End Fitting B (RF) B (MAG)
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User Manual LoFlo The dimension from the center of bore to top of pickoff represents the most common pickoff types . Length may vary depending on pickoff choice . Consult factory for details . OTEE: Dimensions below are shown in inches . 2X AN END FITTINGS (PER AS4395) 1.00...
Precision Meters, Turbine Flow Meters DIMENSIONS (GAS) Dimension B specifies the most common pickoff type . Actual size may vary depending on pickoff choice . Consult factory for details . AN End Fitting HEX BODY SQUARE BODY Figure 14: AN end fitting End Fitting Size in.
User Manual FACTORS AFFECTING LINEARITY There are many factors affecting the linearity of turbine flow meters . The following enumerates some of these factors and their effect . Size The size of the meter selected is determined by the flow range required and the fluid characteristics . Standard flow ranges are listed in the Product Data Sheet .
. Turbine flow meters calibrated at one temperature and operated at another require correction of their K-Factor . Cox Precision Turbine Flow Meters can operate from –350…500° F, and up to 800° F using a special high temperature pickoff .
User Manual RECALIBRATION • Recalibration is not necessary following a cleaning operation or the replacement of bearings, snap rings, springs or spacers . • Recalibrate the flow meter if the rotor hub, or rotor and flow straightener assembly is replaced . •...
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