Often referred to as “rotameters”, the Basic Inline VA meter is a low-cost alternative to other flow meters, and are available in brass, aluminum, and stainless steel to meet system and fluid requirements. The rugged, weather-proof design allows for outdoor installation and wash-downs, unrestricted mounting (horizontal, vertical, and inverted), as well as years of maintenance-free performance. The meter allows for operation up to 6,000 psi, and is offered in NPT, SAE, and BSPP ports, eliminating the need for adapters.

Applications include:

  • Pump performance monitoring
  • Hydraulic circuits
  • Cooling systems
Unit of Measure

Manufacturer Name

N/A AW-LAKE COMPANY

UOM

N/A EA

Type

N/A Variable Area Flow Meter

Style

N/A Basic Inline Liquid

Port Size Range

N/A 1/4" - 1/2"

Material

N/A Aluminum

Operating Pressure [Max]

N/A 240 bar3500 psi

Fluid Media

N/A Oil

Porting/Thread Type

N/A 1/2" NPTF, dry seal

Flow Ranges

N/A 1 to 10 gpm5 to 37.5 L/min

Optional Flow Directions

N/A Reverse Flow

Measuring Accuracy

N/A ±2.0% of Full Scale

Repeatability

N/A ±1% of full scale

Flow Measuring Range

N/A 0.1 to 150 gpm0.5 to 550 L/min

Operating Temperature [Max]

N/A 240 ºF116 ºC

Standard Calibration Fluids

N/A Oil meters: DTE 25® at 110°F (43°C), 0.873 sg Water meters: tap water at 70°F (21°C), 1.0 sg

Filtration Requirements

N/A 74 micron filter or 200 mesh screen minimum

Viscosity

N/A Standard viscosities up to 110 cSt. For viscosities between 110 to 430 cSt contact factory.

Process Port Type

N/A 1/2" NPT

Window Tube Material

N/A Polycarbonate

Window Seals Material

N/A Buna-N® (STD), PTFE

Casing & End Ports Material

N/A Anodized Aluminum

Seals Material

N/A Buna-N® (STD), EPR, FKM or FFKM

Transfer Magnet Material

N/A PTFE coated Alnico

All Other Internal Parts Material

N/A Stainless Steel

A

N/A 1-7/8 in48 mm

B

N/A 6-9/16 in167 mm

N/A

    Choice of Materials
    Select from aluminum, brass or stainless steel to meet system and liquid requirements.

    Unrestricted Mounting
    Allows for horizontal, vertical or inverted installation and does not require straight plumbing on inlet or outlet.

    Superior Exterior Design
    Weather-tight for use outdoors and/or on systems where wash downs are required.

    Rugged and Reliable
    These meters are constructed with all metal pressure vessels that allow safe and permanent installation.

    High Pressure Operation
    The magnetically coupled follower design allows operation to 6000 PSIG.

    Multiple Ports Available
    Standard selection of NPT, SAE and BSPP ports reduces the amount of adapters required for installation.