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PITOBAR Averaging Pitot Tube for Direct Transmitter Mounting (Type DK203, DK204, DK205, DK253, DK254, DK255)

Description

The PITOBAR Averaging Pitot Tube is used to measure the flow of liquid and gasses in horizontal or vertical pipe lines. Its working principle  is derived from the classic or single point pitot tube. However, as opposed to the single point pitot tube, the PITOBAR Averaging Pitot Tube has a number of holes depending on pipe size pointing towards the upstream side. One port pointing downstream measures the static pressure. The main advantages of this flow element are its low installation costs and low pressure loss compared to other flow elements, especially in larger pipe sizes.

Features


Specifications


Construction

Design and calculation standards
VDE/VDI 2640, ASME, DIN, EN 13480
Types
DK203 & DK253 with mounting flange. DK204 & DK254 with 3 valve manifold. DK205 & DK255 with 5 valve manifold
Pipe sizes
DK20X: DN80 - DN 1000, 3" - 40" | DK25X: DN80 -DN 2000, 3" - 80"
Probe sizes
DK20X: 20 x 20 mm | DK25X: 25 x 25 mm
Pressure rating
PN 16 - 400, 150 - 2500 lbs, ISO PN 20, 50
Temperature range
-100°C - +350 °C
Material PITOBAR
Stainless steel AISI 316, other stainless grades on request
Material mounting part
Carbon steel, stainless steel AISI 316, other on request
Process connection
Flange according to pressure rating
Flange standards
DIN, ANSI
Bottom support
For larger pipe sizes and high velocities
Mounting
Welding to the pipe
Instrument connection
IEC 61518
Mounting neck
Standard lengths, 130, 180, 250 mm, other lenghts available


Technical Data

Accuracy
± 1% accuracy of actual flow
Repeatability
± 0,1%
Reynolds no.
Minimum 100.000 at full flow
Rangeability
10:1
Max. fluid velocity
liquids 5 m/s, gasses 80 m/s


Required Straight Pipe Lengths

Certain installation requirements for straight pipe lines must be fulfilled in order to achieve the most accurate flow measurement. See table below.

Upstream (x D)
Downstream (x D)
Single 90° bend
9
3
Two or more 90° bends in the same plane
14
3
Two or more 90° bends in in different planes
24
4


Maximum Allowable Differential Pressure

Without bottom support, with reference to mechanical bend. Pressure is measured in bar. See table below. 

Length
DK200 @ 20°C
DK200 @ 400°C
DK250 @ 20°C
DK250 @ 400°C
200
3,75
1,81
300
1,66
0,81
2,52
1,19
400
0,94
0,45
1,42
0,67
500
0,60
0,29
0,91
0,43
600
0,42
0,20
0,63
0,30
700
0,31
0,15
0,46
0,22
800
0,23
0,11
0,35
0,17
1000
0,15
0,07
0,23
0,11

Design

The PITOBAR Averaging Pitot Tube is constructed and designed with a diamond shaped strut with several ports spaced centrally within concentric rings of equal area pointing towards the upstream side. This is done in order to get the best averaging measurement of the dynamic pressure, resulting in a more
accurate flow reading. 
The pitot tube creates a differential pressure signal which is proportional to the flow rate: Differential Pressure = ( Pstatic + Pdynamic) – Pstatic.

Installation

For optimal installation, the pitot tube should be placed in a straight cylindrical pipe with consistent cross-sectional area and free from obstructions. The inner pipe diameter must not deviate by more than 0.3% for accurate differential pressure calculations. To ensure accurate measurements, it is recommended to use full bore valves upstream of the primary element. The inner pipe wall roughness should meet specific limits depending on the material used. For steam flow, a horizontal mounting with a 5-degree slope is advised to facilitate condensate flow. Purge connections are available for fluids with impurities, and regular maintenance is suggested to maintain accurate readings. For proper instrument connection, the differential pressure transmitter should be positioned below the pitot tube for liquid and steam flow, and above it for gas flow, with impulse lines sloped to allow air escape.

Download the installation guide above for more detailed information. 

Drawing of liquid flow measurement in horizontal pipe

Who to contact?

Christoffer Thrane
Sales & Marketing Manager

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