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Digital and Analog Flow Meters Catalog
Digital and Analog Flow Meters Catalog
Aalborg® is a leading manufacturer of precision instrumentation for flow measurement and control, established in 1972. It operates two divisions: the Electronics Division, producing mass flow meters and controllers, and the Variable Area Division, manufacturing rotameters and other flow meters.
Aalborg® is ISO 9001 certified since 1995, ensuring high manufacturing standards and product reliability. Technical assistance is available, and all flow calibration equipment is traceable to NIST standards.
The AALFA-KAL Metrology Laboratory, accredited by A2LA, performs gas flow calibrations up to 50L/min and offers services for other manufacturers' products. It uses state-of-the-art practices for accuracy.
GFM mass flow meters are designed for accurate gas flow rate readings, featuring a rugged design, built-in LCD readout, and available in aluminum or stainless steel. They provide output signals of 0 to 5Vdc and 4 to 20mA.
GFM meters offer accuracy of ±1.0% to ±1.5% of full scale, with repeatability of ±0.25% and a response time of 2 seconds. They operate within a temperature range of 32°F to 122°F and a maximum pressure of 1000 psig.
The laboratory is accredited for technical competence in calibration, meeting international standards, ensuring high-quality management and technical proficiency.
GFM models have flow ranges from 10 mL/min to 1000 L/min N2, with maximum pressure drops detailed in tables. XFM models support up to 10 L/min to 100 L/min with specified pressure drops.
Accessories for GFM include power supplies, battery packs, cables, and mounting kits. XFM models offer digital interfaces and optional LCD displays.
XFM meters support up to 23 engineering units, store calibration data for 10 gases, and have programmable totalizers and alarms. They offer analog outputs and digital interfaces.
The operation involves splitting gas flow through a sensor tube and primary conduit, ensuring laminar flow. Heat transfer in the sensor tube is used to measure flow rates.
XFM meters can store calibration data for multiple gases and have conversion factors for 32 gases. They feature automatic zero adjustment and programmable relay outputs.
The meters are designed for clean gases, with calibrations at standard conditions. They are made from materials like anodized aluminum and stainless steel.
The document lists 23 units of measure for flow rate and totalizer data, including liters, cubic meters, grams, and user-defined units.
The document provides comprehensive details on the specifications, operation, and features of GFM and XFM mass flow meters, emphasizing their versatility and compliance with industry standards.
- Flow Capacities: XFM models offer varying flow capacities, with maximum flows of 10, 50, and 100 L/min respectively.
- Dimensions: Detailed dimensions are provided for each model.
- Ordering Information: Options include material, digital interface, display type, power requirements, output signal, seals, and fittings.
- Design Features: Multi-gas/multi-range functionality, high accuracy, universal power supply, and extensive user programmability.
- Flow Ranges: Covers flow ranges from 0.003125 to 10 sL/min with high turndown ratios.
- User Features: Rescalable instruments, easy configuration via software, and multiple output signal options.
- Principles of Operation: Utilizes a laminar flow path and a capillary sensor tube to measure flow rates.
- Design Features: Rigid construction, high pressure tolerance, leak integrity, and built-in LCD readout.
The document includes detailed accessory options for power supplies, cables, and communication ports, along with specific ordering codes for each model and configuration.
- Accuracy: Varies by model and flow range, with standard accuracy at ±1.0% FS and enhanced accuracy options available.
- Flow Range: Models cover low to high flow rates, from 0-10 mL/min to 0-1000 L/min.
- Materials: Options include anodized aluminum and stainless steel, with various O-ring materials.
- Leak Integrity: Maximum leak rate of 1 x 10-9 mL/sec of helium.
- Output Signals: Linear 0-5 Vdc and 4-20 mA options available.
- Display: Shows instantaneous, total, and accumulated flow rates with a graphical LCD.
- Programmable Features: Includes flow totalizers, alarms, and pulse outputs.
The DFCs are programmable and microprocessor-driven, allowing for digital signal processing and control via RS-485 or optional RS-232 interfaces. They support various functions such as flow set point, totalizer operations, and auto zero.
The DFCs operate by dividing metered gases into laminar flow paths, using a capillary sensor tube to measure flow rates. A Wheatstone bridge monitors temperature-dependent resistance changes, which are proportional to flow rates.
Key features include simultaneous digital and analog modes, multi-drop capability, auto-tune for control response optimization, and conversion factors for up to 256 gases.
The document provides detailed specifications such as accuracy, repeatability, response time, temperature and pressure coefficients, and maximum gas pressure.
Various cables and power supplies are available for different regions, with options for analog and digital interfaces.
Designed to control gas flow rates with electromagnetic valves. Available in models AFC26, AFC36, and AFC46, supporting flow ranges from 10 mL/min to 100 L/min.
Microprocessor-driven modules for controlling mass flow controllers. Available in configurations supporting 1 to 4 channels, with RS-232 and optional Ethernet interfaces.
Used for liquid flow applications, offering features like low minimum flow rates, multiparameter measurements, and digital interfaces.
AFC controllers maintain set flow rates using closed-loop control circuits. SDPROC modules allow for remote and programmable control of flow rates.
- Ensure proper selection of materials for construction as per application requirements.
- Regularly calibrate devices to maintain accuracy.
- Utilize the Ethernet interface for remote monitoring and control to enhance operational efficiency.
- Flow Ranges: Detailed in tables, specifying flow rates for different AFC models.
- Pressure Drop: Tables outline maximum pressure drops for various flow rates.
These devices are designed for measuring liquid flow rates with high accuracy and reliability.
- Flow Medium: PWE meters are designed exclusively for liquids, while VX meters can handle steam, gas, and liquids.
- Calibration: Standard conditions are 14.7 psia and 70°F, with a viscosity calibration of 1 cSt for water.
- Totalizers: PWE meters include two programmable flow totalizers with options to reset, start at a preset flow, and assign actions at preset volumes.
- Units of Measure: PWE meters support 29 different engineering units for flow rate and totalizer data.
- PWE Models: Available in Polypropylene and PVDF with various wetted materials.
- VX Models: Constructed with 316 stainless steel, featuring no moving parts and dual signal processing technology for noise reduction.
- Optional LCD/keypad for local programming and display.
- Various power supply options for different regions.
- PWE Meters: Utilize a digital paddle wheel for flow measurement, storing data in non-volatile memory.
- VX Meters: Operate on the principle of vortex shedding, with dual signal processing for enhanced accuracy.
These meters are designed for measuring volumetric and mass flow rates of steam, gas, and liquid in various industrial applications.
- Wide range of insertion diameters and easy installation without line lengthening.
- Optional removal and servicing without shutting off the line.
- No moving parts, reducing wear and failure risks.
- Materials: 316 SS for shedder bar, electrodes, and metering tube; epoxy-coated aluminum for electronics housing.
- Mounting: Vertical, horizontal, or angled positions.
- Flow Accuracy: 1% of rate.
- Flow Repeatability: 0.25% of rate.
- Size: Based on pipe ID and maximum insertion depth.
- Material: 316 SS.
These devices are used for precise measurement and control of gas and liquid flow rates in various industrial applications.
- Design Features: Leak integrity of 1 x 10-9 mL/sec, rigid metallic construction, suitable for gases and liquids.
- Operation: The valve uses a variable stroke electromagnetic mechanism to control flow rates proportionally to input power.
- Functionality: Regulates power to PSV valves using a pulse width modulated signal.
- Design Features: High precision two-way metering valves available in aluminum or 316 stainless steel.
The document includes tables for converting various units of pressure, flow, and temperature, providing essential reference data for users.
Detailed ordering codes for PSV and SMV models, including material, fittings, and seals options, are provided to assist in product selection.
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Founded in 1972, AALBORG® is well-known throughout the world as a primary manufacturer of precision instrumentation for flow measurement and control. We operate two divisions: The Electronics Division produces analog and digital mass flow meters and controllers, as well as a diverse line of wafer and insertion type vortex flow meters for steam, liquid or gases. In addition a line of peristaltic pumps, stepping motor driven valves made in this department are highly useful in processing and OEM applications. The Variable Area Division manufactures a complete line of glass tube rotameters. These...
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Calibrations, Services and Certificates Mass Flow Meters Digital Mass Flow Meters Digital Mass Flow Meters Mass Flow Controllers Totalizer Input/Output Flow Monitor/Controller Digital Mass Flow Controllers Multi-Parameter Digital Mass Flow Meters Analog Mass Flow Controllers www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected] - ( 845.770.3000 - fax 845.770.3010 - Toll Free in U.S.A. and Canada 1.800.866.3837
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Microprocessor Driven Command Modules Paddle Wheel Flow Meters Digital Paddle Wheel Flow Meter Vortex Flow Meters Liquid and Gas Flow Regulators Stepping Motor Valves Conversion Factors www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected] - ( 845.770.3000 - fax 845.770.3010 - Toll Free in U.S.A. and Canada 1.800.866.3837
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES NIST Traceable Calibrations Our laboratories are fully equipped to perform NIST traceable flow calibrations for Rotameters, Mass Flow Meters and Mass Flow Controllers. We offer calibration services on meters and controllers of other manufacturers’ products as well. AALFA-KAL laboratory is equipped to calibrate Molboxes. Our technicians are trained and certified by the manufacturer of Molboxes and Moblocs. For fast cost effective service please contact our customer service department. A2LA Accredited Calibrations AALFA-KAL Metrology Laboratory, division of...
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES Close-up view of Molbox/Molblocs equipment supported by COMPASS software for calibrating GFM flow meters. Link for an explanation how to use Molbox/Molblocs method of calibrations of flow meters and controllers. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVDqrW5y70A www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected] - ( 845.770.3000 - fax 845.770.3010 - Toll Free in U.S.A. and Canada 1.800.866.3837
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES Pressure Limits Of Calibrations Up to 500 PSIG for routine gases (Air, N2, He and Ar) with a maximum flow of 250 L/min. Up to 80 PSIG for Air, with a maximum flow of 1000 L/min. n Customer calibrations are represented by primary SI flow units. n Gas calibrations for up to 1000 L/min and water calibrations up to 4 L/min available. n Calibrated to NIST traceable standards. www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected] - ( 845.770.3000 - fax 845.770.3010 - Toll Free in U.S.A. and Canada 1.800.866.3837 Bell prover used by technician in calibrating high flow capacity...
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES Terminal shown for low-flow Flow Controller calibration supported by Aalborg SDPROC software. www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected] - ( 845.770.3000 - fax 845.770.3010 - Toll Free in U.S.A. and Canada 1.800.866.3837
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES Piston Gauge, model 7601 with gas operated, gas lubricated piston-cylinder module. It supports definition of pressure against a vacuum reference. OPERATING MODES: Gauge, Absolute and Differential. OVERALL SPECIFICATION FOR PRESSURE MEASUREMENT: Sensitivity: 0.02Pa +0.5 ppm Reproducibility: +/-4 ppm Measurement Uncertainty (k=2): +/-(0.5Pa + 20 ppm) www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected] - ( 845.770.3000 - fax 845.770.3010 - Toll Free in U.S.A. and Canada 1.800.866.3837
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES Our gas calibration laboratory has NIST traceable approved in-house equipment to certify our calibration devices. Molbox/Molblocs based calibration for GFC Flow Controller. Our technicians are trained and certified and our Laboratory is equipped to calibrate Molboxes. In addition, our laboratory can calibrate NIST traceable approved “In-House” equipment to certify our primary calibration devices. We also calibrate and certify customers’ Molboxes. For fast cost effective service please contact our customer service department. www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected]...
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES CAL Gas flow calibration laboratory is capable of performing calibrations from 1 mL/min to 1000 L/min at 21.1 FC /101.325 kPa (70 FF, 14.69 PSI abs). www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected] - ( 845.770.3000 - fax 845.770.3010 - Toll Free in U.S.A. and Canada 1.800.866.3837 According to “state of the art” calibrating practices, calibrations are performed based on 4 to 1 uncertainty rat
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES Specialized software applied to calibration of Flow Meter. www.aalborg.com - e-mail ౧ [email protected] - ( 845.770.3000 - fax 845.770.3010 - Toll Free in U.S.A. and Canada 1.800.866.3837
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CALIBRATION, SERVICES AND CERTIFICATES EUROPEAN SERVICE FACILITY Authorized Repair and Service Facility for Aalborg Thermal Mass Flow Systems aalborg MESSTECHNIK GMBH Klosterrunsstraße 18 P.O. Box 1321 Müllheim D-79379 Germany Telefon: +49 (0)7631 5545 Fax: +49 (0)7631 14740 Website: www.analyt-mtc.de e-mail: [email protected] 175, avenue d’Alsace 68000 COLMAR Tel: 03 89 41 47 78 Fax: 03 89 41 59 88 e-mail: [email protected] ASIAN SERVICE FACILITY Authorized Repair and Service Facility for Aalborg Thermal Mass Flow Systems aalborg - Beijing Comity MEASURE & CONTROL CO. Floor 1 Tower B Jindayuan...
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