Flow Measurement
Flow Nozzles
A flow nozzle offers excellent long term accuracy.
Overview
High velocity flow measurement, built to last.
The flow nozzle is used for high velocity flow measurement where erosion or cavitation would wear or damage an orifice plate.
It does not rely on a sharp edge (which can degrade over time) for accuracy, therefore offering excellent long-term accuracy and it is often used for flow testing on steam-raising plant.
The discharge coefficient of a flow nozzle is such that a nozzle can measure approximately 55% higher flow rates than an orifice plate with a similar beta ratio and design differential pressure.
In the case of steam measurement, the pressure loss may not be significant as the effect is to beneficially heat the steam slightly.
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Special Features
No sharp edge to degrade.
- Maximum working pressure and temperature is limited by the application and material selection
- Tappings ½ in. NPT as standard. Also available as ½ in. BSPT, ½ in. socket weld connection, ½ in. NB Nipolet, ½ in. NB Nipoflanges, etc.
- Produced to the following design standards: ISA (1932); Long Radius (High and Low Rates) ASME throat tap nozzles; PTC6
- Available in designs for clamping between flanges (within the bolt circle) or as a weld-in unit
Applications
Where flow nozzles excel.
- Steam
- Power
- Dry Gas Measurements
- Reference Flow Meters
- High Velocity applications
Pipeline Size Range (Standard)
25 to 600 mm (1 in. to 24 in.)
Fittings for larger pipelines are available to special order.
Gallery
Precision-machined flow nozzles.
Documentation
Data sheets & selection guide
Download the FPD320 flow nozzle data sheet (DS/FPD320–EN), plus the Selection & Practice guide, or contact our sales team for help specifying what you need.
Need help specifying?
Need a DP flowmeter for your application? McMenon can size your flowmeter and provide a complete specification. Send us your requirements or speak with our team.