Ultimate Guide to Orifice Plate Flow Meters & DP Transmitters

Orifice Plate Flow Meter

Technical Guide

Comprehensive operational manual for industrial measurement systems

Flow meter components
Installation diagram
Transmitter details

Throttling device narrows flow, causing Δp=P₁-P₂. Measure Δp ∝ flow rate. Max velocity at min pressure.

Design Parameters

  • Beta ratio: 0.2-0.7
  • Pressure loss: 30-40% ΔP
  • Material: SS316 standard

Installation Requirements

  • 10D upstream piping
  • 5D downstream piping
  • 0.1° alignment tolerance

Performance Metrics

  • Accuracy: ±0.5-1% rate
  • Repeatability: ±0.2%
  • Rangeability: 3:1

Maintenance Schedule

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Post time: Apr-11-2025