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Oval gear monitors

Oval gear monitors

Oval gear monitors

Product catalog summary
Description
Oval type flow meters are designed for measuring and monitoring flow in re-circulating oil systems. They operate by using oval-shaped gears whose rotation speed is proportional to the oil flow, providing both a visual flow rate indication and electrical pulse signals for electronic monitoring.

Benefits
The flow measurement is independent of oil viscosity, ensuring accurate readings across temperature variations. The design minimizes pressure drop and allows for a small flow even if gears are obstructed by solid particles, preventing oil starvation.

Operation
The gears' rotation is influenced by the oil flow and differential pressure within the meter. A proximity sensor generates two pulses per gear operation. An adjustable needle valve, sensitive to viscosity, allows flow rate adjustments, particularly useful during cold start-ups.

Specification
Flow meters are available in various sizes, with maximum flow rates ranging from 1 to 100 litres per minute. Each model has a specific pulse per litre ratio. The meters can handle momentary flow rates 2-3 times the maximum specified. They have an accuracy of ±5% and a pressure loss typically under 0.5 bar, depending on oil viscosity. Maximum pressure and temperature are 10 bar and 80°C, respectively. The electrical sensor is a proximity switch operating at 10-30 V DC.

Installation
Installation requires horizontal alignment of gear shafts and ensuring all oil and connections are impurity-free.
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Catalog excerpts

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Oval Type Flowmeter - 10/A/01-A - October 2005 DELIMON Cooling, Ramsden Court, Ramsden Road, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford, HR2 6LR, UK. Tel: +44 Oval Type Flowmeters Description Oval type flow meters are a complete flow measurement and monitoring system for re-circulating oil systems. The method of measurement is based on the rotation of special oval designed gears – the speed of which changes in proportion to the flow of oil through the meter. This gives a visual indication of the flow rate through the transparent cover and also sends electrical pulse signals to an electronic monitor or PLC to provide actual flow figures. This also provides information to allow either low or high flow monitoring to be provided. Benefits Measurement is independent of viscosity and therefore a real flow will be indicated throughout the temperature range. Pressure drop through the flow meter is relatively low. The flow meter is designed to pass a small flow even if the gears are prevented from turning due to solid particles contained in the oil. This prevents complete starvation of oil to bearings etc. Operation Their oval design and the flow of oil passing through the meter affect the rotation of the gears. The differential pressure within the meter produces a rotational force A/B = F1/F2 (0)1432 365000. Fax +44 (0)1432 365001. Web: www.delimon.co.uk. Where: A = the largest radius of the oval gear B = the smallest radius of the oval gear F1 = the force caused by radius A F2 = the force caused by radius B Oil flows around the outside of the two gears that mesh in the centre. The proximity sensor produces two pulses per operation of the gear. An adjustable needle valve is incorporated into the design to allow the flow rate to be set. This valve is viscosity sensitive so that during cold start-up conditions, there will be a reduced oil flow through the meter.

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Oval Type Flowmeter - 10/A/01-B - October 2005 DELIMON Cooling, Ramsden Court, Ramsden Road, Rotherwas Industrial Estate, Hereford, HR2 6LR, UK. Tel: +44 (0)1432 365000. Fax +44 (0)1432 365001. Web: www.delimon.co.uk. Specification The flow meters are available in different sizes to cover a wide range of flows. The smallest sizes (up to 6 litres per minute) can be supplied in combination blocks with 2, 4, 6 or 8 outlets from a common supply connection. Model Maximum Flow Rate Litres Per Minute Pulses Per Litre SRx - 1 1 1965 SRx - 2 2 1200 SRx - 6 6 300 SR - 10 10 125 SR - 20 20 74.5 SR - 30...

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