Critical Technical Advantages
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Conductivity-Independent Measurement: Unlike electromagnetic flowmeters, the t-mass T 150 does not require the liquid to be conductive. This allows it to monitor demineralized water, oils, and other non-conductive fluids with the same ease as standard process water.
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Direct Mass Flow for Liquids: The thermal measuring principle provides direct mass flow data. This is particularly useful for trending and monitoring applications where the mass balance of a liquid system is more critical than mere volume.
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Massive Installation Range: As an insertion device, the T 150 is compatible with pipe diameters ranging from DN 40 to 1000 (1 1/2 to 40 inches). This makes it a highly cost-effective solution for monitoring flow in large-diameter water lines where an inline meter would be cost-prohibitive.
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Hygienic and Standard Options: The sensor is available in both standard industrial and hygienic versions. The hygienic design supports SIP (Steam-In-Place) cleaning at temperatures up to 130 °C (266 °F), making it suitable for utility lines in the food, beverage, and life sciences industries.
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Integrated Temperature Compensation: To ensure high repeatability and linearity, the device features integrated temperature compensation. This maintains measurement accuracy even as the process liquid temperature fluctuates.
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Data Portability: All customer-specific settings are saved directly to the display module. This allows settings to be transferred seamlessly from one device to another, facilitating rapid servicing and consistent configuration across multiple monitoring points.
Technical Performance Matrix
| Feature | Details |
| Measuring Principle | Thermal Dispersion (Direct Mass Flow) |
| Fluid Types | Conductive and non-conductive liquids |
| Pipe Diameters | DN 40 to 1000 (1 1/2 to 40 inches) |
| Cleaning Capability | SIP up to 130 °C (266 °F) |
| Power Supply | DC 24 V (4-wire technology) |
| Output Signal | 4-20 mA HART, Pulse/Frequency/Switch |
Primary Applications
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Water Monitoring and Trending: Tracking usage in process water, cooling water, and demineralized water loops.
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Non-Conductive Liquid Flow: Monitoring the flow of hydrocarbons, distilled water, or alcohols where magmeters cannot function.
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Leak Detection in Large Pipes: Utilizing the high sensitivity of the thermal sensor at low flow velocities to identify losses in distribution networks.
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Utility Monitoring in Hygienic Zones: Measuring water or cleaning agents in utility lines supporting food or pharmaceutical production.
