ABB Variable Area Flowmeter (Rotameter)
Model: D10A32… (Series)
Order No.: 0005172115 / X002
1. General Description
This is a robust, all-metal variable area flowmeter (also known as an armored rotameter) from ABB. It is designed for the reliable measurement of liquid and gas flow rates in industrial environments.
The device operates on the float principle, where the flow of the medium (gas or liquid) pushes a float upwards in a tapered metal tube. The float’s position is magnetically coupled to the local indicator, which displays the flow rate on a clear, analog scale. This specific unit is calibrated for measuring Air (Luft).
Key Features 🎯
- All-Metal Construction: Provides high resistance to pressure, temperature, and difficult process media.
- Local Indication: Clear analog dial shows the flow rate as a percentage of the maximum.
- Reliable Operation: Operates without the need for auxiliary power.
- Hazardous Area Use: Certified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres (II 2G).
2. Technical Specifications
Performance & Calibration Data (from label)
| Parameter | Value |
| Medium | Luft (Air) |
| Full Scale (100%) | 160.000 m³/h |
| Operating Pressure | 2.500 bar |
| Operating Temperature | 20.0 °C |
| Indicator Scale | 10 … 100 (percentage) |
Mechanical & Environmental Data
| Parameter | Value |
| Process Connection | Flanged (Inferred from design) |
| Housing Material | Stainless Steel (Typical) |
| Pressure Rating (PN) | PN 16 (or higher) |
| Ambient Temperature (Tamb) | -20 °C to +40 °C |
| Media Temperature (Tmed) | Refer to Manual |
Hazardous Area Certification
| Parameter | Value |
| ATEX (Gas) | II 2G (Suitable for Zone 1) |
3. Operation
The analog dial on this device indicates the flow rate as a percentage of its calibrated maximum.
- When the pointer is at “10”, the flow rate is 10% of 160 m³/h = 16.0 m³/h.
- When the pointer is at “60”, the flow rate is 60% of 160 m³/h = 96.0 m³/h.
- When the pointer is at “100”, the flow rate is 100% = 160.0 m³/h.
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