Can a vortex flow meter be installed vertically?
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Hello everyone, I have a question regarding the installation of a flow meter and would appreciate your advice: A vortex flow meter needs to be installed on the production pipeline. The medium is steam at 6 bar pressure, and it is planned to install the meter vertically (with the steam flowing from top to bottom). Will this configuration meet the requirements? Thank you!
Yes, but it is necessary to ensure there are no bubbles
Vortex flowmeters can be installed vertically, but it is necessary to ensure that the lengths of the upstream and downstream pipe sections meet the requirements specified in the manufacturer’s calculation documents, with these lengths being greater than the specified values.
Sure! Install as required by the manufacturer
Yes, as long as the straight pipe section meets or exceeds the required length. Personally, I recommend a vertical setup for gas testing
6 kilograms of steam – there should be no bubbles
You can also consult the manufacturer of the flow meter you purchased
For vortex flowmeters, if measuring gases or dry steam, they can be installed vertically. However, for measuring liquid media, vertical installation is not advisable, as the number of vortex streets and the vibration patterns can suffer from significant errors due to the influence of gravity on the medium.
If it’s steam, does it not really matter the direction of flow of the medium? For liquids, when installed vertically, should the liquid flow from bottom to top?