Flow Probe

The Flow Probe is a highly accurate water velocity instrument for measuring water flow in open channels and partially filled pipes. It can be used to measure the true average water velocity with one reading per second so a continuous average water velocity is displayed.

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Advantages

  • Accurate digital display in ft/sec or m/sec
  • Records 30 data sets for later analysis
  • Unique Turbo-Prop propeller sensor, which uses the most accurate positive displacement technique available for velocity sensing
  • Rain-proof digital computer that receives an electrical signal from the propeller, amplifies the signal, and converts the reading to meters per second.
  • LCD screen displays average, minimum, and maximum water velocity readings.
  • Up to 30 sets of data readings can be stored and can be reviewed on the computer screen for later analysis.
  • Highly accurate easy flow monitoring
  • Debris shedding turbo-prop
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Flow Probe

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Flow Probe Equipment Options:

Applications

  • Storm water runoff studies
  • Sewer flow measurements
  • Measuring flows in rivers and streams
  • Monitoring water velocity in ditches and canals

Accessories

  • Optional Alignment Fin
  • Optional Swivel Head

Specifications

Specifications
Range
0.3-19.9 FPS (0.1-6.1 MPS)
Accuracy
0.1 FPS
Averaging
True digital running average. Updated once per second
Display
LCD, Glare and UV Protected
Control
4 button
Datalogger
30 sets, MIN, MAX, and AVG
Features
Timer, Low battery warning
Sensor Type
Protected Turbo-Prop propeller with magnetic pickup
Weight
Instrument: 0.9 kg (FP111), 1.4 kg (FP211), 1.3 kg (FP311)
Expandable Length
1.1 to 1.8 m (FP111), 1.7 to 4.6 m (FP211), 0.76 to 1.7 m (FP311)
Materials
Probe: PVC and anodized aluminum with stainless steel water bearing
Computer: ABS/Polycarbonate housing with polyester overlay
Power
Internal Lithium Battery, Approx 5 year life with typical use
Auto Shutoff
After 5 minutes of inactivity
Operating Temperature
-20° to 70° C
Carrying Case
The Flow Probe is shipped in a padded carrying case

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