Paddlewheel Flow Sensors

FP-5100 and FP-5300

^£307.67 FP-5300

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Accurate to ±0.2 fps
Repeatability at ±0.1 fps
Simple and Accurate Flow Measurement

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Description

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Streamline your flow measurement operation with the FP-5100 Series flow sensor. Using this compact flow sensor, a matched sensor installation fitting, an OMEGA™ flow meter or controller, and ordinary handtools, you can assemble a complete flow monitoring or controlling system in minutes. Accurate to ±0.2 fps, with repeatability at ±0.1 fps, this insertion sensor operates on a simple electromechanical principle, proven in thousands of liquid flow applications worldwide. It all adds up to precision, dependability, and convenience– basic advantages that are quickly surpassing its in-line competition.

Convert your maintenance hours into minutes with the FP-5300. Should a sensor, rotor, or O-ring need to be replaced, it takes only seconds. Reduce your system downtime substantially with a stand-alone FP-5300 sensor, or simply add a Wet Tap Assembly and eliminate downtime completely. Combined with the FP-5300 during initial installation, the Wet Tap allows sensor removal without system shut-down. Optional local or remote capability lets you place your meter up to 200 feet away without signal amplification, and you can install the FP-5300 in pipe sizes ranging from 1/2 inch to 36 inches without a lot of additional cost, because the price of the FP-5300 increases only slightly for larger pipe sizes.

Available in a choice of chemically resistant, non-contaminating housing materials, the FP-5300 stands up to the harshest environments. The glass-filled polypropylene housing version is lightweight but strong, which makes it ideal for handling a wide range of liquids, including corrosive fluids in chemical processing. For processes involving acids and solvents, the PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) housing version is a tough fluorocarbon that is highly resistant to more severe fluids.

The sensor works on a simple but precise electromechanical principle based on measuring the rate and volume of flow in your pipe. Four permanent magnets, imbedded in the rotor blades, spin past a coil in the sensor body. As the fluid flow causes the rotor to move, a sine wave signal is produced, directly proportional to the flowrate. The patented “open cell” feature of the rotor ensures a linear, repeatable output, up to 20 fps, with accuracy of ±0.2 fps. The result is minimal head loss and no cavitation.

Designed to allow optional conduit installation, the FP-5300 easily lets you comply with local codes requiring conduit protection. For instance, pry off the plug on top of the sensor: underneath, you’ll find a 1/2 FNPT thread. Using an optional conduit adaptor fitting kit, you can connect your conduit FPM-5000-SCAK conduit adaptor kit), and an optional instrument back-cover kit will provide everything you need for quick conduit connection to a meter or controller. Additionally, you can adapt to both rigid and flexible liquid-tight conduits, protecting your system hookup from harsh elements and mechanical damage.

Flow Range

Pipe
Size

½"

¾"

1¼"

1½"

2½"

10"

12"

Range
(gpm)

1
to
19

1.7
to
34

2.7
to
54

4.7
to
94

6.4
to
127

10.6
to
210

15
to
300

24
to
461

40
to
794

63
to
1247

91
to
1801

156
to
3119

246
to
4915

349
to
6977

SPECIFICATIONS
Accuracy: ±1% full scale
Output Signal: 1 V p-p/fps
Output Frequency: 6 Hz/fps nominal
Flow Rate Range: 1 to 20 fps
Source Impedance: 8 kΩ
Maximum Pressure:
   FP-5300 Series: 180 psig max @ 20°C (68°F)
   FP-5100 Series: 200 psig max @ 20°C (68°F)
Minimum Temperature: 0°C (32°F)
Maximum Temperature: See chart on spec sheet for complete temperature and pressure rating
Pressure Drop: Equal to 2.5 m (8') of straight pipe
Material:
   Transducer Housing: glass-filled polypropylene or PVDF
   O-Rings: FKM
   Shaft: Titanium or Hastelloy C(PVDF optional)
   Rotor: PVDF
Maximum % Solids: 1% of fluid volume, non-abrasive, nonmagnetic, <100 micron diameter and length
Standard Cable Length: 7.5 m (25')
Max Viscosity: 1 centipoise (water); up to 5 cp above 5 fps velocity

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Part Number/ Desc.

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Description

Paddlewheel Flow Sensors (Fitting Required)

FP-5300

£307.67

Availability: 2 weeks

Titanium shaft polypropylene housing, for pipe sizes 1/2 to 4"

FP-5301

£334.66

Availability: 2 weeks

Titanium shaft polypropylene housing, for pipe sizes 5 to 8"

FP-5302

£363.75

Availability: 8 weeks

Titanium shaft polypropylene housing, for pipe sizes 10 or larger

FP-5100

£558.56

Availability: 2 weeks

Hastelloy C shaft, PVDF housing, for pipe sizes 1/2 to 4"

FP-5101

£608.89

Availability: 8 weeks

Hastelloy C shaft, PVDF housing, for pipe sizes 5 to 8"

Wet Tap Units

FP-3193

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Availability:

Titanium shaft polypropylene housing, for pipe sizes 1/2 to 4" Wet Tap Assembly

FP-3194

Consult Sales

Availability:

Titanium shaft polypropylene housing, for pipe sizes 5 to 8" Wet Tap Assembly

FP-3195

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Availability:

Titanium shaft polypropylene housing, for pipe sizes 10" and up Wet Tap Assembly

Popular Fittings

FP-5307

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Availability:

3/4" PVC

FP-5307CU

£346.20

Availability: 10 weeks

3/4" Copper

FP-5310M

£202.55

Availability: 2 weeks

1" molded PVC

FP-5320GI

£147.79

Availability: 10 weeks

2" Galvanized Iron

FP-5340CS

£169.49

Availability: 10 weeks

4" Carbon Steel Weldolet

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Accessories

FPM-5000-SCAK

£60.82

Availability: 8 weeks

Sensor Conduit Adapter Kit

FMK-1538-2

£60.43

Availability: 5 weeks

Replacement Rotor/Paddlewheel

FMK-1546-1

£47.33

Availability: 8 weeks

Replacement titanium rotor pin

FMK-51545-1

£115.32

Availability: 8 weeks

Replacement PVDF rotor and rotor pin

† All amounts shown in EUR, GBP, or USD
Note: Comes complete with operator's manual.

(OPTIONS SHOWN IN THIS "NOTE" ABOVE ARE PRICED IN US$)

Ordering Example: (1) FP-5300 Paddlewheel sensor for 1/2 to 4, £307.67

Product Manuals:

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