The ISA 1932 Nozzle is used as primary elements in flow measurement of steam, liquid and gas according to the differential pressure principal and in accordance with ISO 5167-3. In the ISO 5167-3 standard the geometry and method of use are specified for nozzles to determine the flow rate of the flowing liquid in the conduit when the nozzles are inserted in a conduit. The ISA 1932 nozzle is made from a solid bar welded into a pipe section. This construction makes it less material intensive compared to a Venturi Nozzle which is made from solid bar. Providing high accuracy and inducing little permanent pressure loss, the ISA 1932 nozzle has certain advantages which makes it particulerly well suited for the following:
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Design and calculation standards |
ISO 5167-3 |
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Sizes |
DN 50 - DN 500 |
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Pressure rating |
PN 10 - 640, 150 - 2500 lbs |
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β (d/D) |
Preferred range 0,3 < β < 0,8 |
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Material |
Carbon steel P250GH, AISI 316, 16Mo3, 13CrMo4-5, 10CrMo9-10, WB 36, X20CrMoV121, P91, P92, other materials on request |
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Mounting style |
Weld ends according to DIN 2559 or ANSI B16.25 |
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Pressure taps |
Ø 21.3 mm, 24 mm, 26.9mm, 3/8", 1/2" BSP, 1/2" NPT |
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Tappings |
Single pressure tappings or annular ring (Type DRS) |
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Accuracy |
0,8 % for β < 0,6, (2β - 0,4) % for β > 0,6 (according to ISO 5167-3) |
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Pressure loss |
Depending on β, for β equal to 0,6 : ca. 60 % of the differential pressure measured |
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Limits for Reynolds No |
2*10^4 < ReD < 1*10^7 according to ISO 5167-3 |
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Shut-off valves |
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Condensing chamber unit for steam flow |
The ISA 1932 must be stored carefully to avoid corrosion and damage. Installation requires centering the nozzle in the pipeline and welding it properly. The pressure tappings should be correctly oriented, and impulse lines need to be sloped for air escape. Safety measures are crucial to prevent exceeding the maximum allowable pressure. The nozzle has minimal maintenance requirements but should be free from deposits. With references to ISO 5167, DIN standards, and flow measurement handbooks, the EMCO ISA 1932 nozzle offers accurate flow measurement when installed and maintained correctly.
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EMCO ISA 1932 nozzle with condensing chambers
for steam flow measurement in a horizontal or vertical pipe line
