Paddle Wheel Flow Meter
Paddle wheel flow meter measure flow by using fluid to drive the rotation of blades, with the rotational speed proportional to the flow rate. Suitable for measuring low-viscosity liquids like water, oil, and chemicals, these meters are characterized by moderate accuracy, quick response, and easy installation and maintenance. Due to direct contact with the liquid, regular cleaning and inspection are required.
Wider Detection Range
Traditional paddle wheel flow meter often have significant errors or cannot detect flow at low flow rates in the fluid inside the pipe. Upgrade your flow measurement capabilities with LORRIC's AxleSense technology! No more worries about inaccurate readings or missed low flow rates. Our advanced innovation ensures enhanced accuracy and a broader measurement range, spanning from 0.15 m/s to 10 m/s—double that of competing brands.
Bi-Directional Flow Detection
AxleSense's patented technology enables bidirectional flow detection by measuring paddlewheel rotation direction, overcoming the limitations of other brands that use Hall effect sensors, which can detect rotation but not direction. This technology also provides fluid flow direction information, positive/negative/net flow calculations, and a 14-day history of daily accumulations, optimizing operations and enhancing on-site management efficiency.
Real-Time Smart Detection
Provides clear paddle anomaly alerts, essential for Industry 4.0 integration. It quickly resolves flow issues by syncing with factory management systems. Built-in magnetic sensing checks paddlewheel magnet strength, ensuring consistent flow accuracy through regular monitoring and scheduled replacements.
Premium-grade pipe fitting: Built to last and leak-free perfection
Experience the pinnacle of durability with LORRIC's precision-turned pipe fittings. Crafted from extruded rod material, these fittings offer unwavering size consistency and a flawless, wave-free inner surface. The result? Reduced disturbances and higher measurement precision. With superior strength compared to injection-molded alternatives, our machined plastic pipe fittings eliminate concerns like flash, short shots, and weld lines. Say goodbye to compromises and embrace the reliability and quality you deserve.
Traditional plastic injection molding methods often result in uneven surfaces and wave-like patterns on the inner walls of tee fittings. This is because the melted plastic is compressed, causing greater shrinkage in thicker areas. As a consequence, the pipe's cross-sectional area becomes inconsistent, leading to unstable fluid flow and inaccurate calculations. Additionally, injection-molded fittings are prone to issues like flash, short shots, and weak weld lines, making them more susceptible to damage over time. In contrast, LORRIC's tee fittings are manufactured using a different approach, ensuring smooth and reliable performance while overcoming the limitations of conventional techniques.
Dual LCD/LED screens for easy traffic and equipment status monitoring
- High-brightness large LED screen for easy long-distance flow number reading.
- LCD screen backlight with three-color warning light signal for visual monitoring of flow meter's normal and abnormal conditions.
Screen can be switched according to vertical or horizontal piping
Adjust the viewing direction of the screen according to the piping direction, which is convenient for flow monitoring in different piping situations.
Learn more: How to Install Paddle Wheel Flow Meter
Multiple Communication Outputs
FU-ES supports various communication modes like Analog output with self-powered 16-bit 4-20mA, Modbus RTU RS485, 2-wire photoelectric switch signal (compatible with NPN/PNP). No need for additional communication modules – we've got you covered!
Learn more:
•What is Analog Output
•What is Modbus RTU RS485
•What is Switch Signal
Pulse 2.0 Technology
Traditional pulse output paddle wheel flow meter use a constant K-value across the entire range, leading to higher errors, especially at varying flow rates. For instance, a conventional paddle wheel flow meter in a DN15 pipe outputs one signal every 90 degrees, with 106.55 pulses equaling 1L, regardless of flow speed.
LORRIC’s exclusive Pulse 2.0, powered by AxleSense technology, outputs one pulse per 0.01L, reducing errors by adjusting for different flow speeds.
Comparison with other principle flowmeters on the market
|
Variable area flowmeter |
Paddle wheel flowmeters |
LORRIC's Paddle wheel flowmeter |
Electromagnetic flowmeter |
Ultrasonic flowmeters |
Pipeline loss
|
Low
|
Low
|
Low
|
No |
No |
| Non-invasive install |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Yes123 |
| Precision |
Middle |
Middle |
Middle |
High |
High |
Bidirectional flow detectable
|
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes123
|
Yes |
| Blockages |
Possible |
Possible |
Possible |
Not possible |
Not possible |
| Applicable fluid |
Air / Liquid |
Liquid |
Liquid |
Conductive liquid |
Liquid |
| Cost |
Lowest-costs in small diameter pipe, cost increases with pipe diameter |
Low-costs, cost increases with pipe diameter |
Low-costs, cost increases with pipe diameter |
High-costs, cost increases with pipe diameter |
Middle-costs Cost does not increase with pipe diameter |
|
FP-P015 |
FP-P020 |
FP-P025 |
FP-P032 |
FP-P040 |
FP-P050 |
FP-P065 |
Installation method
|
in-line
|
Applicable pipe
diameter |
d 20 (mm)
DN 15
(mm)
DN 1/2
(inch) |
d 25 (mm)
DN 20
(mm)
DN 3/4
(inch) |
d 32 (mm)
DN 25
(mm)
DN 1
(inch) |
d 40 (mm)
DN 32
(mm)
DN 1-1/4
(inch) |
d 50 (mm)
DN 40
(mm)
DN 1-1/2
(inch) |
d 63 (mm)
DN 50
(mm)
DN 2
(inch) |
d 76 (mm)
DN 65
(mm)
DN 2-1/2
(inch) |
T-connector material
|
UPVC / PPH / PVDF (Made to order)/ 316L Stainless Steel |
Paddle material
|
PVDF or PPH with embedded magnet + ceramic bearing and shaft |
Applicable fluid
|
Various fluid with less impurities (<1%)
|
Applicable fluid maximum
dynamic viscosity
|
300cSt ** |
| Fluid in pipes temperature |
UPVC ：0~45°C (32~122°F)
PPH： 0-80
PVDF：0-100
ss316L：0-100 ** |
Device working environment temperature
|
-10~60°C (14~140°F)
|
| Velocity range |
± 0.3~10m/s Can extend to ± 0.15m ~ 10m/s
(Please note that the minimum flow value may vary slightly due to flow field factors specific to individual models.) |
| Flow range |
1.8-120.6
LPM |
2.9-188.5
LPM |
4.4-294.5
LPM |
6.8-452.9
LPM |
11.3-754.0
LPM |
18.4-1225.7
LPM |
32.7-2179.0
LPM |
0.47-28.4
gpm |
0.83-49.86
gpm |
1.35-80.81
gpm |
2.33-139.86
gpm |
3.17-190.36
gpm |
5.23-313.77
gpm |
8.77-526.29
gpm |
| Language |
English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese (Others customizable)
|
| Unit |
Metric: Liter, cubic meters, meters
Time: second, minute, hour, day
Imperial: foot, Cubic foot, Uk gallon, US gallon |
| Display |
Double screen display :Large 5-Digit LED, 16x3 3-Color Backlight LCD display |
| Display update cycle |
0.5s、1s
|
| Display resolution |
Maximum resolution 0.0001 (fineest) |
| Measurement accuracy |
±2.5% OR***
|
| Linearity |
± 0.5 % FS (>0.3m/s) |
Reproducibility
|
± 0.4 % |
Power supply
|
DC 12V to 36V 100mA |
Power I/O Connector
|
M12 8-pin connector (2 meters long)
|
| Input/Output |
Analog output with self-powered 16-bit 4-20mA
Modbus RTU RS485
Two-wire optocoupler switch signal (with 2 meters long signal line) |
| Consumption current |
<200mA@12V when starting up and working stably (not included in the communication current) |
Protection circuit
|
Power reverse connection protection, Power surge protection |
Waterproof level
|
IP66 **** |
| Transient data |
Instantaneous flow rate, instantaneous flow rate
|
| Cumulative data |
Volume accumulation (positive flow\negative flow\net flow)
Accumulated daily volume in the past 14 days (enable the date function after installing the date battery) |
Display digits
|
ED 5 Digits (4 digits when negative value)
LCD 10 Digits (Not including sign and decimal point) |
| Operation button |
4 Key touch buttons |
| Calendar function battery |
CR2032 |
* The device is calibrated with water at normal temperature before leaving the factory. Using fluids with viscosities different from water may result in inaccurate calibration values and could affect the minimum and maximum flow rates.
** The working temperature range for each material is provided as a reference. Please use your design experience to make the final material selection.
*** The measurement accuracy is determined through laboratory testing with clean water at a controlled room temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. Actual usage conditions may introduce errors.
**** IP66 stands for 'Ingress Protection,' which signifies the degree of protection an electrical device's enclosure offers against foreign object intrusion. The IP rating format consists of two digits, expressed as IPXX. The first digit denotes the level of protection against solid objects, particularly dust resistance, while the second digit indicates the waterproof protection level. A higher number signifies better protection. In the case of IP66, the first '6' indicates full dust protection, while the second '6' means no harm from high-pressure water splashes.
| FP-P015 |
| Size |
Connector |
Spec |
Material |
| 1/2" |
Male Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
Female Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Socket
|
CNS |
UPVC |
| JIS |
UPVC |
| ANS |
UPVC
|
| DIN |
UPVC
|
| Butt Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| Socket Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| FP-P020 |
| Size |
Connector |
Spec |
Material |
| 3/4" |
| Male Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Female Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
Socket
|
CNS |
UPVC |
| JIS |
UPVC |
| ANS |
UPVC
|
| DIN |
UPVC
|
| Butt Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| Socket Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| FP-P025 |
| Size |
Connector |
Spec |
Material |
| 1" |
| Male Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Female Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Socket
|
CNS |
UPVC |
| JIS |
UPVC |
| ANS |
UPVC
|
| DIN |
UPVC
|
| Butt Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| Socket Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| FP-PO32 |
| Size |
Connector |
Spec |
Material |
| 1-1/4" |
| Male Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Female Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Socket
|
CNS |
UPVC |
| JIS |
UPVC |
| ANS |
UPVC
|
| DIN |
UPVC
|
| Butt Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| Socket Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| FP-P040 |
| Size |
Connector |
Spec |
Material |
| 1-1/2" |
| Male Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Female Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Socket
|
CNS |
UPVC |
| JIS |
UPVC |
| ANS |
UPVC
|
| DIN |
UPVC
|
| Butt Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| Socket Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| FP-P050 |
| Size |
Connector |
Spec |
Material |
| 2" |
| Male Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Female Thread
|
BSPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| NPT |
UPVC / PVDF |
| Socket
|
CNS |
UPVC |
| JIS |
UPVC |
| ANS |
UPVC
|
| DIN |
UPVC
|
| Butt Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| Socket Fusion |
ISO |
PPH / PVDF |
| flange |
JIS 10K |
UPVC
|
| FP-P065 |
| Size |
Connector |
Spec |
|
Material |
| 2-1/2" |
| Butt Fusion |
ISO |
|
PPH / PVDF |
| Socket Fusion |
ISO |
|
PPH / PVDF |
| Socket |
CNS |
|
UPVC |
| JIS |
|
UPVC |
| ANS |
|
UPVC
|
| DIN |
|
UPVC
|
| flange |
JIS 10K |
|
UPVC |
⚠Safety instructions:
1. After the warranty, the electronic components of the product will age due to time and operating environment. Under long-term use, please replace the new product according to the condition of the product.
2. Do not operate the product under an Orange or Red LCD Backlight for a long time. Product damage and related losses may occur.
Conditions and Disclaimer:
CONDITIONS: Equipment sold by LORRIC is not intended to be used, nor shall it be used:
(1) As a "Basic Component" under 10 CFR 21 (NRC), used in or with any nuclear installation or activity; or (2) In medical applications or used on humans. Should any product(s) be used in or with any nuclear installation or activity, medical application, used on humans, or misused in any way, LORRIC assumes no responsibility as set forth in our basic WARRANTY/ DISCLAIMER language, and, additionally, purchaser will indemnify LORRIC and hold LORRIC harmless from any liability or damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the product(s) in such a manner.
DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that magnetic fields or residual magnetism may cause interference to the flowmeter which may result in damage if they are used near the installation site. The purchaser must determine the applicability of the product for its desired use and assumes all risks in connection therewith. LORRIC assumes no responsibility or liability for any omissions or errors in connection with the use of its products.
The alarm used to detect paddle damage or loss is intended to assist on-site operators to find out what is causing equipment abnormalities. Because there are a myriad of variables involved with on-site operation and magnetic fields that come from other equipment, the alarm function is liable to fail. Please do not take the alarm function as a single source for monitoring your flow system. Please contact LORRIC for advanced help.
Please place your order according below information.
-
Paddle wheel flowmeter contains: Device, Paddle set, T-connector. Users need to check the material and size of the T-connector and paddle set. • Please refer to following order example for placing order to LORRIC.
-
Please refer to following order example for placing order to LORRIC.
- T-connector + paddle set (T-connector is generally shipped with a paddle set.)
| Order example and corresponding description of paddle wheel flowmeter |
Serial Number
|
Description |
| FP-P020CSJV |
3/4" UPVC T-connector JIS Spigot fitting，Viton oring + UPVC paddle base，PVDF paddle，Viton oring + FP-W010CFV |
FP-P050CUTV
|
2" UPVC T-connector Union Taiwan CNS fitting，Viton oring + UPVC paddle base，PVDF paddle，Viton oring + FP-W010CFV
|
FP-P020CUEE
|
3/4" UPVC T-connector Union DIN fitting，EPDM oring + UPVC paddle base，PVDF paddle，EPDM oring + FP-W010CFE
|
Size
| UPVC pipe - union diameter size(mm) |
|
A |
B
|
C
|
D
|
E
|
F
|
G
|
H
|
| ½" |
164 |
100 |
27.6 |
36 |
62.3 |
46.2 |
115.7 |
86.2 |
¾"
|
168 |
100 |
32.6 |
41.9 |
62.3 |
50.5 |
115.7 |
&85.7 |
1"
|
168 |
100 |
40.6 |
50 |
62.3 |
60 |
115.7 |
85.7 |
1¼"
|
210 |
114 |
50.2 |
59.6 |
65 |
75.6 |
127 |
89.2 |
1½"
|
218 |
120 |
56 |
65.7 |
70 |
83 |
134 |
92.5 |
2"
|
269.5 |
133.3 |
72 |
81 |
81 |
99.7 |
148.8 |
99 |
| UPVC pipe - spigot pipe diameter size(mm) |
|
A |
B
|
C
|
D
|
E
|
F
|
| 2½" |
160 |
70 |
76 |
92 |
106.5 |
152.5 |
| Device size(mm) |
| I |
J |
| 63 |
63 |
| Connector (mm) |
| K |
L |
| 47.8 |
30.0 |
Applications
반도체
유량계는 화학 액체와 순수한 수처리 유체의 공급을 모니터링하고, 노즐은 화학 액체의 분사를 제어하여 공정의 순도와 안정성을 보장합니다.
PCBs
유량계는 도금, 현상, 식각 등 습식 공정에서 화학 약품의 사용량을 측정하는 데 사용됩니다. 노즐은 도금액 도포와 수세, 그리고 습식 공정의 현상 및 식각 과정에서 화학 약품을 정확하게 분사합니다.
폐수 처리
유량계는 유입수와 유출수의 흐름을 모니터링하여 처리 효율과 정확성을 높입니다. 노즐은 폐수 처리에서 화학 물질을 분사하여 환경 기준을 충족시킵니다.
정제수
유량계는 순수 공정의 각 단계에서 물 사용량을 모니터링해 효율을 관리합니다. 노즐은 물 분사를 최적화해 정수 효율을 높이고 비용을 절감합니다.
세차
유량계는 수류를 제어하여 세척 효율을 보장하고, 수자원 낭비를 줄여 환경 보호와 에너지 절감 목표를 달성합니다. 노즐은 세차 과정에서 물을 고르게 분사하여 세척 효과를 높이고, 동시에 물 소비를 줄입니다.
AC
유량계는 냉각수와 온수의 흐름을 모니터링하고 제어하며, 냉수기의 에너지 사용률을 관리합니다. 노즐은 냉각수와 온수 시스템에서 수류를 균형 있게 조절하여 시스템 성능과 에너지 효율을 향상시킵니다.
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