[eBook] 7 Overlooked features that deserve more attention when choosing a flow meter

When selecting a flow meter, the first things that probably come to your mind are specifications like, flow, pressure, temperature, medium, etc. However, there are more important features to pay attention to than the ones that meet the eye. We set up seven features that deserve attention as well when selecting the right flow meter for you and your factory.

1. Safety First

Safety always comes first. Working with compressed air means thinking about your safety, especially when installing insertion flow meters. Insertion flow meters can shoot out of the pipe when safety measures are not taken. Hence, a safety cable is crucial. Always use the original safety devices as supplied by the manufacturer. Only a certified technician should install the flow meter. Safety measures not only ensure your employees are safe, but also decrease the possibility of damaged equipment and unexpected downtime.

2. Measure flows bi-directional

In compressed air networks, bi-directional flow may occur more often than you would think. This can happen, for instance, in large ring networks, in factories…