FME30 Vortex Flowmeter

The Transparent Vortex Flow Meter, "FME30", designed by EDIBON allows to perform studies and experiments of different volumetric and mass flow measurement methods, as well as the comparison of continuous and discontinuous methods.

This unit includes two continuous and two intermittent methods to carry out the experiments.

The continuous methods include a vortex flowmeter and a variable-area flowmeter (or rotameter). A series of oscillating vortices, where the oscillating frequency is proportional to the flow velocity, are generated in the vortex flowmeter.

The vortex flow meter included is transparent so that the measuring principle can be observed inside. The voltage proportional to the number of vortices generated is measured through an electric console.

Intermittent methods include the measurement of volumetric and mass flows. A precision scale is used to measure the mass flow and compare the measurements.

The water supply may be provided either from the Hydraulics Bench (FME00) or the Basic Hydraulic Feed System (FME00/B).