Innova-Sonic® Model 206 In-Line Transit-Time Ultrasonic Flowmeter Continuing Sierra’s Innovative Tradition
Sierra’s Innova-Sonic® Model 206 In-Line is a state-of-the-art Digital Correlation Transit-Time Ultrasonic flowmeter designed to give the end-user high performance at an affordable price. The Innova-Sonic features advanced PicoFly™ measurement technology representing an order-of-magnitude improvement in transit-time measurement technology allowing far superior response to changes in flow (with much greater resolution) and outstanding low flow detection.
Innova-Sonic Model 206 Taking Proven Technology to the Next Level:
The Model 206 In-Line features patented ultra-precise PicoFly™ measurement technology. An industry first, this advanced technology allows the ultrasonic transit time-of-flight to be measured in picoseconds 10 -12 (one trillionth of a second) for superb resolution and extreme low flow detection rather than the typical nanoseconds
10 -9 (one billionth of a second).
In addition, Innova-Sonic® In-Line is designed primarily as a great alternative for magnetic flowmeter applications, with several clear advantages. The +/- 0.5% of reading accuracy is as good as a typical magnetic flowmeter, but the ability to measure down to zero flow and the ability to measure virtually any clean liquid regardless of conductivity sets Innova-Sonic® In-Line apart.
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Magnetic Flow Meters |
Innova-Sonic® In-Line Flow Meter |
| Accuracy |
+/- 0.5% to +/- 1.0% of reading. |
+/- 0.5% of reading. |
| Turndown |
Down to approx. 0.1 fps. |
Measure down to ZERO flow due to patented PicoFly™ Technology. (No loss of accuracy) |
| Applicability |
Conductive Liquids Only. Cannot measure hydrocarbons, distilled water or many non-aqueous solutions. |
Any clean liquid. Can tolerate small amounts of suspended solids and air bubbles. |
| Economy |
Medium cost. Coriolis much higher cost, Turbine meters lower cost. |
Lower cost…typically 15% to 20% less than common magnetic flow meters.
Price comparable to high-end turbine meters, yet with higher accuracy and less maintenance (no moving parts). |
Outstanding Operating Characteristics Over Traditional Ultrasonic Flow Meters:
With distinctive features such as high precision, high reliability, high capability and low cost, Innova-Sonic In-Line offers low power consumption, digital signal processing with advanced noise filtering capability and outstanding applicability. Our Innova-Sonic® In-line features both accuracy and repeatability of -40°F to +176°F (-40°C to 80°C), and wide bi-directional flow range of 0.0 to 23 fps liquids (0-7 mps). The instrument is ideal for clean liquid applications and is tolerant of liquids with the small amount of air bubbles or suspended solids commonly found in most industrial flow applications. Innova-Sonic® In-Line offers excellent zero tracking with no damping and will measure down to zero flow.
Sierra’s Innova-Sonic® In-Line is designed using SLSI technology (Super Large Scale Integration) allowing ten times the component population compared to the typical Integrated circuit. The unique patented in-line spool piece design features a carbon steel flow body available with both ANSI and DN 16 flanges. The Innova-Sonic® In-line is easy to program and includes an easily readable 16 character by 2 line backlit display.
Improving The Way You Measure Flow
There are many ways to measure the flow of water for irrigation or other applications, but none has the combination of reliability, accuracy and ease of use of Sierra’s Model 206 In-Line. Traditional flow measurement devices have extra piping requirements, need a minimum flow to work, or require moving parts to do flow measurement. Innova-Sonic® In-Line improves the irrigation flow measurement process by:
Reduced upstream/downstream piping requirements
Innova-Sonic® In-Line measures velocity across the entire pipe diameter and thus is relatively immune to these disturbances, requiring very little upstream pipe run. This saves you $$$!!
Measure down to Zero flow with Innova Sonic and reduce leaks
The Innova-Sonic® can measure down to zero flow with no damping, enabling you to capture leaks that might otherwise go unnoticed. This saves you $$$.
No moving parts, no expensive repairs or replacements
The Innova-Sonic® uses solid state electronics and sound energy to make its measurements…there are no moving parts to wear out and no sensor to replace/recalibrate. This saves you $$$.
A variety of outputs
Innova-Sonic® has a programmable pulse, 4-20ma DC analog output and RS 232 to make connecting to a control system easy. This saves you $$$.
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