Gas Turbine Flowmeter
Precision volumetric gas measurement for custody transfer, process control, and energy monitoring
Our Gas Turbine Flowmeter is a high-performance solution designed specifically for the custody transfer and process control of clean gases. By combining aerospace-grade rotor technology with advanced flow rectification, it delivers exceptional precision even in turbulent conditions. Whether you are monitoring natural gas consumption for billing or optimizing nitrogen usage in a chemical plant, this meter provides the stable, repeatable data you need to reduce energy waste and ensure regulatory compliance."
- Trade-Grade Accuracy: Up to ±0.5%
- Pipe Size: DN25 – DN300 (1" – 12")
- Rangeability: 1:10 to 1:30
- Pressure: Up to 10 MPa (1450 psi)
- Compensation: Temperature and pressure corrected
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Precision Gas Metering for Demanding Applications
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Measurement Principle | Volumetric (precision rotor turbine) |
Application | Natural gas, compressed air, nitrogen, CO₂, biogas, argon, helium, industrial gases |
Pipe Size Range | DN25 – DN300 (1" – 12") |
Accuracy | ±0.5% of reading (custody transfer) | ±1% of reading (standard) |
Repeatability | ±0.1% to ±0.2% |
Rangeability | 1:10 (standard) | 1:20 to 1:30 (high turndown models) |
Velocity Range | 0.5 – 40 m/s (optimal 3-25 m/s) |
Operating Pressure | 0.6 – 10 MPa (87-1450 psi) |
Gas Temperature | -40°C to +80°C (standard) | -196°C to +200°C (cryogenic/high-temp optional) |
Rotor Material | Aluminum alloy (standard), stainless steel (corrosive gases), titanium (high-speed) |
Bearing Type | Ceramic ball bearings (long life, low friction) |
Body Material | Aluminum alloy, carbon steel, stainless steel 304/316L |
Output Signal | Pulse (magnetic pickup or Hall effect), 4-20mA with flow computer |
Flow Computer | Built-in or external: T&P compensation, totalizers, diagnostics, communication |
Protection Rating | P65 (standard) | IP67, Ex d IIB+H2 (hazardous area) |
Display | LCD: volumetric flow, mass flow, standard volume, totals, T&P values |
Calibration | Traceable to national standards, certificate included |
Quality Certifications | CE |
Why Choose Turbine Over Other Gas Measurement Technologies
vs. Ultrasonic Gas Flowmeters:
- lower equipment cost
- Proven technology (60+ years field experience)
- Simpler diagnostics
- Has pressure drop (though minimal)
- Moving parts (bearings)
- Requires periodic calibration
vs. Coriolis Mass Flowmeters:
- lower equipment cost
- Larger pipe size range
- Lower pressure drop
- olumetric vs. direct mass measurement
- Requires T&P compensation
- Larger footprint
vs. Vortex Flowmeters:
- Better low-flow accuracy
- Lower pressure drop
- Higher rangeability
- Not affected by pipeline vibration
- Requires filtration
- More sensitive to gas cleanliness
vs. Orifice Plate Meters:
- 10x better rangeability (1:20 vs. 1:3)
- 70-85% lower pressure drop
- Higher accuracy (±0.5% vs. ±2-3%)
- No square-root extraction complexity
- Higher initial cost
- Moving parts require maintenance
Best Applications:
- Natural gas custody transfer (industry standard)
- Compressed air with stable cleanliness
- Process gases requiring ±0.5-1% accuracy
- Budget-conscious projects needing proven technology
- Applications with available straight pipe runs
Precision Gas Measurement Across Critical Industries
Natural Gas Custody Transfer & Distribution
- Pipeline custody transfer metering
- City gate stations
- Industrial gas billing
- Gas processing plant allocation
- LNG vaporization measurement
- Gas storage facility metering
Industrial Compressed Air Monitoring
- Plant-wide compressed air consumption
- Department/cost center allocation
- Energy efficiency optimization
- Wash water and cleaning circuit monitoring
- Thermal fluid circulation tracking
- Inter-plant water transfer metering
Upstream Oil & Gas Production
- Wellhead gas production metering
- Gas lift injection measurement
- Flare gas monitoring
- Associated gas allocation
- Gathering system measurement
- Gas-to-oil ratio calculation
Chemical & Industrial Process Gases
- Specialty gas delivery systems
- Large irrigation laterals
- Water district allocation monitoring
- Pump station discharge
- Water rights verification
- Agricultural water delivery
Precision Gas Flow Measurement Starts Here
Optimize your sanitary gas applications with accurate, maintenance-free thermal mass flow measurement. Contact our engineers today to configure the right tri-clamp solution for your system.
info@hbmeter.cc
(+86) 152-3780-0315
1 Jingsan North Road, Xiangfu District, Kaifeng, Henan 475004 China
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AFT Instruments is a high-tech manufacturer delivering precision flow instrumentation for water, chemical, power, industrial automation, and process industries.
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(+86) 152-3780-0315
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