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<p>Flow sensors or flow indicators are flow meter devices used to measure the amount of liquid, gas or vapour that passes through them. They can also be known as flow gauges or liquid meters. Flow sensors are available as time measuring units (these measure flow rates over a set time period) or they can be totalising flow meters that continually measure the medium passed through.</p> <p>Flow sensors consist of a primary medium connection device, transducer and transmitter. The transducer senses the fluid that passes through the primary device. The transmitter produces an output signal from the raw transducer signal.</p> <h2>Types of Flow Sensor</h2> <p>Paddlewheel Flow Sensors or Turbine: One of the most common types of flow sensor. The sensors are connected to a pipe with liquid passing through and turning a paddle wheel, the primary device calculates the speed as the paddle is turned. This simple structure is compact and can perform a large-capacity measurement. Disadvantages are clogging and maintenance is required to cope with the axial wear otherwise the paddle needs replacing.</p> <p>Variable Area Flow Sensors also known as Rotaflow meters: identified by their tapered tube and float designs. Widely used for gases and liquids flow measurement because of its low cost, simplicity, low-pressure drop and linear output.</p> <p>Magnetic-Inductive Sensors: This type of sensor detects three process categories, volumetric flow quantity, consumed quantity and medium temperature.</p><h3>Applications for Flow Sensors</h3> <p>Each type of flow sensor has its own specific applications and installation constraints. There is no one size fits all flow meter. The way to select the right flow meter is to think about the application as a guide, not the technology. Many of the technologies work well on many applications. Starting with the application will help to select the technology based on accuracy, cost, durability and reliability, rather than trying to make the technology fit the application you have. Can include the following applications:</p> <ul><li>Water treatment</li><li>Cooling systems</li><li>Industrial Washing Systems</li><li>Irrigation</li></ul> <h4>Things to consider:</h4> <ul><li>What is the fluid being measured, if not water what is its viscosity?</li><li>Rate measurement or summation?</li><li>Display or signal output?</li><li>What is the minimum and maximum flow rate, process pressure and process temperature?</li></ul>

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<p> Argon Flow Meters are used in a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. Argon Flow Meters are one of the most common types of Flow Sensors used in industry today. They are a popular choice as they last longer, function better, and are incredibly reliable</p><p>RS offer an extensive selection of high-quality Argon Flow Meters from industry-leading brands including Baumer, Gems Sensors, Honeywell, Omron, Parkers, Sick, Siemens, SMC, and of course RS PRO.</p><h2>How does an Argon Flow Meters work?</h2><p> Argon Flow Meters measure argon that passes through them over a set time period or continually measure the medium going through it. Argon Flow Meters possess some key features including</p><ul><li>Extremely long life</li><li>High efficiency</li><li>Low power requirements</li><li>Easy to install and maintain</li><li>Safe and convenient</li></ul><p>Browse the broad range of Argon Flow Meters RS have to offer and order today for free next day delivery</p>

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<p>Gas Flow Meters are used in a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. Gas Flow Meters are one of the most common types of Flow Sensors used in industry today. They are a popular choice as they last longer, function better, and are incredibly reliable</p><p>RS offer an extensive selection of high-quality Gas Flow Meters from industry-leading brands including Gems Sensors, Honeywell, Omron, Siemens, SMC, and of course RS PRO.</p><h2>How does a Gas Flow Meters work?</h2><p> Gas Flow Meters measure water that passes through them over a set time period or continually measure the medium going through it. Gas Flow Meters possess some key features including</p><ul><li>Extremely long life</li><li>High efficiency</li><li>Low power requirements</li><li>Easy to install and maintain</li><li>Safe and convenient</li></ul><p>Browse the broad range of Gas Flow Meters RS have to offer and order today for free next day delivery</p>

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<p>Honeywell flow sensors are a cutting edge technology that can accurately and effectively measure the flow of air and non-corrosive gases. Honeywell Flow sensors offer customers a variety of different flow sensors with varying features such as a wide supply voltage range from 3V-15V and operating temperatures ranging from -25C to +85C.</p><h2>How do Honeywell Flow Sensors work?</h2><p>Honeywell Flow Sensors are available as time measuring units that measure flow rates over a certain amount of time or totalising flow meters that continually measure the medium passed through for customers with different application methods. They both consist of a primary detection device, transducer and transmitter. The transducer senses the fluid that passes through the device and the transmitter then produces an output signal.</p><p>Honeywell Flow Sensors can benefit customers in a number of industries such as:</p><ul><li>Medical</li><li>Water Treatment</li><li>Cooling Systems</li><li>Industrial Washing Systems</li><li>Irrigation</li></ul>

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