A flow meter is an instrument used to measure the flow rate or quantity of a fluid moving through a pipe or conduit. There are various types of flow meters, including:
- Differential Pressure Flow Meters: Measure the pressure drop across a restriction to calculate flow rate.
- Positive Displacement Flow Meters: Measure the actual volume of fluid passing through by counting the number of times a chamber fills and empties.
- Electromagnetic Flow Meters: Use electromagnetic fields to measure the velocity of conductive liquids.
- Ultrasonic Flow Meters: Utilize sound waves to determine flow rate by measuring the time it takes for the waves to travel through the fluid.
Flow meters are essential in various industries, including water treatment, oil and gas, chemical processing, and HVAC systems, providing critical data for monitoring and controlling fluid movement.
