1. Catalogs
  2. Pulsar Measurement
  3. FlowPulse Flow Sensor and Flow Monitor

FlowPulse Flow Sensor and Flow Monitor

FlowPulse Flow Sensor and Flow Monitor

FlowPulse Flow Sensor and Flow Monitor

Product catalog summary
Overview: The FlowPulse sensor is a non-invasive, clamp-on flow monitor designed to provide reliable flow measurement across various pipe materials and sizes without the need for pipe intrusion. This reduces installation costs and process downtime.
Technology & Features: FlowPulse utilizes a novel spread spectrum analysis technique with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) for exceptional repeatability. It emits a wide ultrasonic beam that interacts with the pipe wall and flowing media, capturing reflections from bubbles, particles, and vortices.
Application Suitability: Best suited for applications with bubbles, particles, or vortices. For clean water applications, the Greyline TTFM 6.1 is recommended.
Signal Analysis: The sensor uses Refracted Spread Spectrum Analysis (RSSA) to analyze returned signals, providing real-time flow rate calculations. It offers customizable features like damping and response time.
Measurement Range & Requirements: Operates from 300 mm/s to 10 m/s with a minimum particle size of 100 µm and concentration of 200 ppm. Compatible with rigid plastic, stainless steel, mild steel, or cast iron pipes.
Options & Integration: Functions as a stand-alone device with options for integration via RS232, RS485, and Modbus RTU. Additional controllers and handheld devices are available for varied applications.
Real-Life Application: Demonstrated efficiency improvement at a pumping station by identifying issues with a non-return valve using FlowPulse sensors and a Quantum 3 pump controller.
Technical Specifications:
  • Dimensions: 120 mm x 65 mm x 65 mm
  • Weight: 1.5 kg
  • Material: Type 316 stainless steel
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Temperature Range: -20 °C to +70 °C
  • Accuracy: ±5%
  • Resolution: 3 mm/s
  • Power Supply: 18-28 V DC
Support & Contact: Pulsar Measurement offers global support with offices in the UK, USA, Canada, and Malaysia. For more information, visit www.pulsarmeasurement.com.
See more

Catalog excerpts

FlowPulse Flow Sensor and Flow Monitor-1

FLOWPULSE SENSOR Non-invasive clamp-on flow monitor FlowPulse delivers reliable results across an amazing range of pipe materials and sizes. FlowPulse is a major leap forward in flow measurement, with no need to break into a pipe, reducing the need for expensive installation costs and downtime to the process. The sensor simply clamps to the outside of a pipe and provides reliable, repeatable flow monitoring straight away. Virtually no installation costs, no interruption to service, clean and simple. FlowPulse is simply fixed in place by a band with a screwdriver. A silicone coupling pad makes sure that the FlowPulse makes good acoustic contact with the pipe. Technology & Features FlowPulse uses a novel spread spectrum analysis technique, incorporating new Digital Signal Processing (DSP) that gives exceptional repeatability. The sensor produces a wide ultrasonic beam that is refracted by the pipe wall or reflected by suspended particles in the flowing media. Ultrasound is fired through the pipe wall at 90 degrees to the flow via a tangentially mounted high output ceramic, then refracted at angles across the axis of the flow and subsequently reflected from bubbles, particles, and vortices in all directions and at a wide range of frequencies. The wide, refracted, ultrasonic beam maximizes the ultrasound energy captured from flowing particles. These I N F O @ P U L S A R M E A S U R E M E N T . C O M THE RIGHT METER FOR • Pipe Flow Monitoring • Influent Pipe Flow • Process Effluent • Leachate Pipe Monitoring • Pump / Process Efficiency & Asset Monitoring multiple reflections are received back into the unit via a second high-performance ceramic. Does My Application Need to Be Clean or Dirty Liquid? Because of the nature of the technology that FlowPulse uses, this sensor works best on applications where there are a lot of bubbles, particles, or vortices. For clean water applications, Pulsar Measurement’s Greyline TTFM 6.1 would be best suited. Please see website or product literature for more information. PUL SAR ME A SUR

 Open the catalog to page 1
FlowPulse Flow Sensor and Flow Monitor-2

FLOWPULSE SENSOR Returning Signal Analysis The returned signal is analyzed using FlowPulse’s Refracted Spread Spectrum Analysis (RSSA) digital signal processing platform to derive flow information. RSSA analyzes and integrates the received signals over a wide frequency range, then slices them for real-time analysis and flow rate calculation. The digital platform also offers robust performance in the repeatability of measurement, as well as the flexibility to adapt to application requirements. For example, features such as damping and response time can be easily customized to suit. FlowPulse Measurement...

 Open the catalog to page 2
FlowPulse Flow Sensor and Flow Monitor-3

Technical Specifications PHYSICAL Sensor Body Dimensions: Enclosure Material/ Description: Type 316 stainless steel casting Maximum Separation: Cable Entry Detail: Max. & Min. Temperature (Electronics): CE Approval: 1 cable entry M20 x 1.5 mm (0.06 in) gland IP68 (Optional versions of the sensor can be supplied, fitted with factory potted cable) -20 °C to +70 °C (-4 °F to +158 °F) Listed in the Certificate of Conformity within the manual Accuracy / Repeatability: ±5% typical subject to installation and pipe conditions Velocity Range: • 300 mm/s to 4 m/s (11.8 in/s to 13.1 ft/s) standard version...

 Open the catalog to page 3
FlowPulse Flow Sensor and Flow Monitor-4

FlowPulse Drawing Side and Back Delivering the Measure of Possibility Pulsar Measurement offers worldwide professional support for all of our products, and our network of global partners all offer full support and training. Our facilities in Malvern, UK and Largo, USA are home to technical support teams who are always available to answer your call or attend your site when required. Our global presence, with direct offices in the UK, USA, Canada, and Malaysia, allows us to create close relationships with our customers and provide service, support, training, and information throughout the lifetime...

 Open the catalog to page 4

All Pulsar Measurement catalogs and technical brochures

  1. MICROFLOW

    2  Pages

  2. FLOW PULSE

    2  Pages

  3. Radar Sensors

    4  Pages

  4. Model DFM 6.1

    4  Pages

  5. AVFM 6.1

    4  Pages

  6. OCF 6.1

    4  Pages

  7. TTFM 6.1

    4  Pages

*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.