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Alicat Scientific Product Catalog
Alicat Scientific Product Catalog
Alicat Scientific, Inc. specializes in flow and pressure solutions, emphasizing total cost of ownership. Their products are known for affordability, quick delivery, technical support, and a lifetime warranty.
Alicat holds a patent for their laminar flow element and all products are NIST traceable and CE marked, complying with relevant directives. The company is ISO 9001:2000 certified.
Recent advancements include new communication options like PROFIBUS DP-V1 and RS-485, expanded product ranges, and ATEX and CSA approvals for hazardous environments.
Products feature a digital display with a push-button interface, quick response times, and the ability to select from 30 pre-calibrated gases.
Alicat's controllers are used in demanding environments like NASA's systems, showcasing their precision and reliability.
The document details specifications for mass flow meters, controllers, and pressure gauges, including communication and customization options.
Controllers feature adjustable PID loops for process customization.
Instruments offer analog output and RS-232 I/O, with optional additional outputs.
Flow meters include a tare function to zero the meter, with automatic tare for controllers.
Controllers manage pressure or volumetric flow, reducing costs by serving dual functions.
Product modifications are available to meet specific customer needs.
Products offer rapid response, integrated displays, and versatile output options.
Features include solid-state sensors, multi-gas selectivity, and comprehensive documentation.
Devices are ideal for clean, dry gases and pressures below 145PSIG.
Allows use with 20 common gases and 10 gas mixtures, with custom calibrations available.
RS-232 communication is standard, with LabVIEW support and Flow Vision™ SC software.
Units feature a local display for process parameters and control setup.
Standard on all products for digital communication.
Complemented by analog capabilities with various signal types.
PROFIBUS compatibility is available, with DeviceNet support coming soon.
Software interface supports multiple device connections and enhances test efficiency.
M Series meters offer rapid response, high accuracy, and multi-gas selectivity.
High flow meters range from 0 to 500 SLPM up to 4000 SLPM, with customization options.
Accuracy is ± (0.8% of reading + 0.2% of full scale), with high accuracy options available.
Include standard features without a display, with specific pin configurations.
Offer fast response times and field-adjustable PID controls.
Designed for vacuum applications with a pneumatic shut-off valve.
Include digital and analog communication, ISO certification, and a lifetime warranty.
Detailed specifications for mass flow controllers and digital pressure controllers.
Available in various ranges with digital and analog I/O signals.
Constructed with durable materials and minimal pressure drop.
High accuracy and repeatability with a typical response time of 100 milliseconds.
Designed for precise pressure measurement and control.
Include a lifetime warranty and engineering support.
Information on pressure and flow control devices, including specifications and applications.
Mechanical specifications for different series, including accuracy and response time.
Measure and control various pressure types with options for portable gauging.
Versatile controllers for various pressure types with fast response.
Designed for high flow applications with efficient control.
Custom-built for OEM applications with precise pressure control.
Manage pressure within closed systems, minimizing gas loss.
Low power gauges with a wide range of measurement capabilities.
Include gas blanketing, biomedical research, and vacuum coating.
Detailed data for each series, including pressure ranges and material compatibility.
Technical specifications and features of flow meters and controllers.
L series meters measure flow rates with a turndown ratio of 50:1.
Devices require no special plumbing and offer multiple parameter measurements.
Support digital and analog communication, maintaining settings after power outages.
Various customization options and accessories are available.
Devices are certified for hazardous environments and compatible with PROFIBUS.
Include fuel cell monitoring and industrial processes.
Lifetime warranty and quick recalibration turnaround.
Technical specifications and options for flow and pressure devices.
Devices connect via DB9 connectors and are powered through a terminal block.
Various fittings and filters are available with different specifications.
Various cables are available for connecting devices.
Devices can be tailored for specific applications.
Include bi-directional flow readings and totalizers.
LRV valves are designed for high flow and low pressure drop applications.
Method for leak checking using mass flow meters and pressure controllers.
Applications and advantages of mass flow controllers and meters.
Maintaining proper partial pressures is crucial, with fast response times and low flow resolution.
Enhances reliability and speed in leak tests with precise pressure control.
Provides precise control of extreme vacuum conditions.
Ensures constant flow rates for maintaining quality.
Accurate control over air flow for spray pattern consistency.
Verifies critical aspects of gas chromatograph performance.
Precise fluid delivery through head pressure control.
Measures air flow to and from a furnace, providing safety checks.
Measures fuel flow to burners for real-time development and testing.
Regulates the flow of shielding gas for clean welds.
Versatile range of flow instruments with multiple functionalities.
- Four-in-one functionality: Mass flow, volumetric flow, pressure, and temperature measurement.
- Fast response time and high accuracy.
- Gas Select™ feature with 30 field-selectable gases.
- RS-232 and analog input/output capabilities.
- Lifetime warranty on all products.
ISO 9001:2000 certified, ensuring high-quality standards.
Wide network of distributors for global availability.
Innovative and reliable solutions with a focus on versatility, accuracy, and ease of use.
Catalog excerpts
I N N O V A T I V E F L O W & P R E S S U R E S O L U T I O N S Complete product & technical guide
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Alicat Scientific, Inc. tel. 888. 290. 6060 7641 N Business Park Drive fax. 520. 290. 0109 Tucson AZ 85743 USA www.AlicatScientific.com Alicat Scientific, Inc.’s Wide-Range Laminar Flow Element Patent: The wide-range laminar flow element and products using the wide-range laminar flow element are covered by U.S. Patent Number: 5,511,416. Manufacture or use of the wide-range laminar flow element in products other than Alicat Scientific products or other products licensed under such patents will be deemed an infringement. Have You Considered Cost of Ownership? Before purchasing anything, you need...
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What’s New at Alicat? MORE COMMUNICATION OPTIONS You can now order any Alicat instrument with PROFIBUS DP-V1 compatible communications! RS-485 is also available as an option for all standard devices! DeviceNet: coming soon! See pages 9 and 10. 4000 SLPM MASS FLOW METER and 4000 SLPM MASS FLOW CONTROLLERS Alicat’s versatile 16 Series mass fl ow meters and controllers are now available in a 4000 SLPM full scale range. See pages 12 and 20. ATEX & CSA CLASS 1 DIVISION 2 Alicat has attained ATEX and CSA approval for the use of our Mass Flow Meters, Mass Flow Controllers and Pressure Equipment in Class...
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www.AlicatScientific.com 2 Alicat Scientific is ISO 9001:2000 certified •• lifetime warranty Alicat’s PC Series Pressure Controller Alicat Scientifi c, Inc. 7641 N Business Park Drive Tucson, AZ 85743 USA Phone: 888 290 6060 Fax: 520 290 0109 Payload sections of some NASA rockets are required to achieve pointing accuracies fi ner than one arc second (1/3600 degree). Conventional attitude control systems introduce too much shock and vibration to be used with delicate instruments. Alicat Scientifi c was asked to help solve this problem. The solution utilizes modifi ed Alicat PC Series absolute...
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www.AlicatScientific.com 4 Alicat Scientific is ISO 9001:2000 certified •• lifetime warranty ALICAT TECHNOLOGY Theory of Operation: Volumetric Flow Base The operating principle of the volumetric unit is based on the physics of the Poiseuille Equation (Equation 1). The Poiseuille Equation quantifi es the relationship between pressure drop and fl ow. In its simplifi ed form (Equation 2), K is a constant factor determined by the geometry of the restriction. It shows the linear relationship between volumetric fl ow rate (Q), differential pressure (ÄP), and absolute viscosity (ç). To use the Poiseuille...
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5 Alicat Scientifi c, Inc. tel: 888 290 6060 7641 N Business Park Drive fax: 520 290 0109 Tucson AZ 85743 USA www.AlicatScientifi c.com Theory of Operation: Mass Flow Conversion Alicat mass fl ow devices start with the volumetric fl ow rate calculation as previously described. Additional measurements and calculations are incorporated to determine the actual mass fl ow rate of the gas. Ideal gas laws show us that the density of a gas is affected by its temperature and absolute pressure. Using ideal gas laws requires a reference to a standard temperature and pressure (STP) condition for “normalizing”...
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www.AlicatScientific.com 6 Alicat Scientific is ISO 9001:2000 certified •• lifetime warranty Warm-Up Time Less than one second, ready in an instant! Speed of Response & Control 10 milliseconds to read! 100 milliseconds to control! Gas Select™ You can use your device with any of 30 precalibrated gases from the gas select menu on the display or via RS-232 communication. You no longer need to purchase a different meter for each gas (page 8). Dynamic Digital Display w/ Push Button Interface All Alicat instruments include a display with a push button membrane switch. All process parameters that the...
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Alicat Scientifi c, Inc. tel. 888. 290. 6060 2045 N Forbes Blvd. Bldg 103 fax. 520. 290. 0109 Tucson AZ 85745 USA www.AlicatScientifi c.com 7 Technology Comparison SPECIFICATION ALICAT PRODUCTS COMPETITOR PRODUCTS Sensor Solid-State Silicon Based Differential Pressure (allows nearly instantaneous response times) RTD or Thermocouple Response Speed 10 milliseconds (time constant) (no software corrections required—reduces over & undershooting of fl ow) 0.5-3.0 seconds (no software), 500 milliseconds (software corrections predict fl ow) Display Standard, Integrated (no extra cost for stand alone...
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www.AlicatScientific.com 8 Alicat Scientific is ISO 9001:2000 certified •• lifetime warranty THIRTY GAS SELECT™ STANDARD All Alicat gas fl ow meters and controllers come with Gas Select™ and can be used with any of 20 common gases and 10 gas mixtures! Selectable Gases Selectable Gas Mixtures Acetylene 75% Argon / 25% CO2 Air 90% Argon / 10% CO2 Argon 92% Argon / 8% CO2 iso-Butane 98% Argon / 2% CO2 normal-Butane 75% CO2 / 25% Argon Carbon Dioxide 75% Argon / 25% Helium Carbon Monoxide 75% Helium / 25% Argon Ethane 90% Helium / 7.5% Argon / 2.5% CO2 Ethylene (Praxair - Helistar® A1025) Helium...
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Alicat Scientifi c, Inc. tel. 888. 290. 6060 2045 N Forbes Blvd. Bldg 103 fax. 520. 290. 0109 10 Tucson AZ 85745 USA www.AlicatScientifi c.com Analog Communication Along with the standard digital communications, all Alicat instruments include analog capabilities. The standard is 0-5Vdc for both the input and output signal. A 0-10Vdc. You may also request a 1 to 5Vdc signal or if you prefer current, Alicat can provide a 4-20mA signal. Secondary Analog Output Option In some applications, a second analog output signal may be required. The Alicat mass fl ow meters and controllers are measuring multiple...
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www.AlicatScientific.com Alicat Scientific is ISO 9001:2000 certified 11 •• lifetime warranty Flow Vision™ SC is an intuitive software interface to help your test cycles run smoother and shorten your engineering time! Flow Vision™ SC lets you connect to and communicate with multiple Alicat units simultaneously. Now you can view virtual displays, control tabs, charts and data lines from every connected Alicat device on the same screen. Flow Vision™ SC supports all RS-232 Serial communication functions, including: gas selection, tareing, set-point control, valve tuning and fl ow averaging. Session...
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