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FLEXI-FLOW Compact

FLEXI-FLOW Compact

FLEXI-FLOW Compact

Product catalog summary
Introduction
Bronkhorst introduces the FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact, a new line of mass flow and pressure meters and controllers for gases, designed for precision and reliability in various industries. The product leverages TCS Technology for accurate mass flow measurement, independent of temperature and pressure variations.
TCS Technology
The Through Chip Sensor (TCS) combines a fast chip flow sensor with a proven by-pass construction, allowing real-time corrections based on actual process conditions. This enables accurate conversion to other gases using on-board gas properties.
Unique Features
  • Fast Response: Ultra-thin sensor tube ensures quick reaction to gas flow changes, achieving settling times under 150 ms.
  • Multi-Parameter Measurement: Integrated sensors for mass flow, temperature, and pressure provide comprehensive process insights.
  • On-board FLUIDAT® Gas Database: Supports 22 gases, facilitating easy switching and real-time corrections.
  • Compact Design: 35% smaller footprint, suitable for limited spaces.
  • Connectivity: USB-C and Bluetooth for easy setup and monitoring.
  • Sustainability: Low power consumption and reduced environmental impact.
  • Predictive Maintenance: Datalogging and configurable alarms for health status monitoring.
Models and Ranges
The FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact series includes 'Built-to-Order', 'Preconfigured Advanced', and 'Preconfigured Standard' variants, with ranges from 0…5 mln/min to 0…500 ln/min. Multi-channel versions support up to 8 channels.
Technical Specifications
  • Accuracy: ±0.5% Rd plus ±0.1% FS for N2, Air, O2.
  • Repeatability: < ±0.2% Rd.
  • Operating Conditions: Pressure 0.8…17 bar(a), Temperature 0…50 °C.
  • Materials: Aluminium, stainless steel, silicon nitride, epoxy.
  • Power Supply: 24 Vdc ± 10%.
  • Communication: Modbus-RTU, FLOW-BUS, EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP, etc.
Applications
Suitable for bioreactors, fuel cells, high-end burners, plasma spray, leak testing, and analytical equipment like TEA, GC, ICP-OES, MS, and AAS. The instruments offer excellent repeatability, long-term stability, and compact design for desktop equipment.
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Catalog excerpts

FLEXI-FLOW Compact-1

FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact Mass Flow & Pressure Meters and Controllers for Gases

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Bronkhorst, the low-flow specialists At Bronkhorst, we develop and manufacture smart, sustainable and customer-specific low flow instruments and solutions. Our precise and reliable mass flow and pressure meters and controllers find their way in laboratories, test-benches, machinery and a wide variety of industries. By continuous improvement and applying the latest techniques we succeeded in developing a new, revolutionary product line, the FLEXI-FLOW Compact. TCS Technology Bronkhorst has created a completely new concept for measuring mass flow using the thermal measuring principle. The unique...

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FLEXI-FLOW Compact-3

> The new standard in measurement & control of Mass flow and pressure ♦ 3 control types in one compact instrument ♦ Multi parameter output ♦ Actual mass flow ♦ Simple and secure connection through Bluetooth or USB-C ♦ Advanced diagnostics functionalities ♦ High accuracy through on-board gas database and real-time conversion The FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact series comprises 3 variants: ♦ 'Built-to-Order (BtO)', Mass Flow Meters (MFM) and Controllers (MFC) with free selection of ranges from 0.. .5 mln/min up to 0.. .500 ln/min, turndown up to 1:1000; including multi-channel versions up to 8 channels. ♦...

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Measurement / control systemFlow Accuracy (N2, Air, O2) up to ±0.5% Rd plus ±0.1% FS For other gases see multi gas table Settling time (T98) in control <150 ms typical; Long term stability <0.5% FS over period of 3 years, Control stability < ± 0.1% FS (typical for 1 ln/min N2) Control range / measurement range up to 1:1000; models < 20 mln/min: up to 1:500 Multi Gas / Multi Range embedded gas data for 22 unique gases plus any mixture of these gases Temperature sensitivity zero 0.015 % FS/°C Pressure sensitivity standard: < 0.15% Rd/bar typical N2; with pressure correction: typical factor 5 improved...

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> Model number identification 9-pin D-sub male RJ45 modular jack connectors S with integrated shut-off valve* * Available for 0.5-20 ln/min N2-equivalent range Multi-parameter functionality

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Typical markets Reactive sputtering Increased deployment of a flow instrument by Air, N2, O2, CO2 - multi-gas functionality and availability of multiple flow ranges in a single instrument. Fast follow-up of setpoints for layer thickness and transparency control. Compact for desktop equipment. Large dynamic range for flexibility within the application. Fuel cell Analytical equipment Very accurate and repeatable over short-term and long-term for H2, Air, O2 and CO2 flow measurement and control. Fast response flow measurement and control for accuracy at any time. Trace Elemental Analysis (TEA) Gas...

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