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 Volumetric Flow Measurement & Control: V and VC Series
Using a volumetric flow meter or volumetric flow controller can result in modest cost savings. In addition, there are
occasional applications where the actual volume of flow is critical. These devices are appropriate for
applications where the following conditions exist:
1) Gas line conditions near to atmospheric conditions (10 - 15 PSIG maximum recommended).
2) The operating temperature of the gas is between - 10°C and 50°C.
3) Venting to atmosphere or very low backpressure.
4) Relatively consistent temperature.
5) Flow quantification not critical.
6) Comparison with other devices is not required.
7) The gas is clean (20 -50 micron filter), non-corrosive, and dry.
8) Avoid snap action valves as they may damage a unit with a full-scale range of less than 5SLPM (a dampener upstream solves this issue).
9) The pressure available is greater than the pressure drop associated with the device at the required flow rate.
Mass Flow Measurement & Control: M,MC and MCR Series
Using a mass flow meter or mass flow controller is recommended in most applications. These devices measure
and display temperature, absolute pressure, and volumetric flow rate in addition to the mass flow rate.
These devices are appropriate for applications where the following conditions exist:
1) The operating pressure is less than 125 PSIG.
2) The operating temperature of the gas is between -10°C and 50°C.
3) The gas is clean (20 - 50 micron filter), non-corrosive and dry.
4) Avoid snap action valves as they may damage a unit with a full-scale range of less than 5SLPM (a dampener upstream solves this issue).
5) The pressure available is greater than the pressure drop associated with the device at the required flow rate.
Pressure Measurement & Control: P and PC Series
Using a mass flow meter or controller is recommended in most applications. These devices measure
and display temperature, absolute pressure, and volumetric flow rate in addition to the mass flow rate.
These devices are appropriate for applications where the following conditions exist:
1) The gas is clean, dry and non-corrosive.
2) The flow requirements don.t exceed the capacity of the device.
3) The pressure available is greater than the pressure drop associated with the device at the required flow rate.
If you need assistance choosing the right Alicat flow device please click here to contact us or
click here to request application assistance.
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WHAT'S NEW |
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| We've moved! |
Alicat Scientific moved to its new facility on June 11th 2009.
Our new address is:
7641 N. Business Park Drive
Tucson, AZ 85743
Please update your address books.
New communication protocols!
Alicat flow and pressure instruments can now be ordered with RS-485 or PROFIBUS.
Now quoting units with DeviceNet communications. |
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Technical Info. |
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| Technical FAQ |
 Get answers to common technical questions.
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| Theory of Operations |
Learn how our devices work.
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| Documents |
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