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| CiDRA's SONARtrac Flow Monitoring System is a breakthrough in full-bore, non-invasive flow measurement technology. By installing on existing process lines, SONARtrac clamp-on flow monitoring systems eliminate the process disruptions associated with installing other types of flowmeters. |  |
The SONARtrac Flow Monitoring System is not an ultrasonic meter; it utilizes patented array processing techniques to listen to, and interpret, acoustic fields generated by pipe flows. This passive listening approach enables the SONARtrac Flow Monitoring System to measure single phase and multiphase flows as well as slurries, with the same level of accuracy and performance.
Sonar Technology
CiDRA's SONARtrac flow technology represents an innovative new class of industrial flowmeters. This "sonar" flow technology utilizes array processing techniques related to those used in the field of sonar processing. CiDRA's patented "sonar" flow technology was initially developed for flow measurement in one of the world's most demanding environments: downhole, offshore oil and gas production.
CiDRA has taken the proven reliability of its SONARtrac flow technology to address the challenging flow measurement needs of industrial processes.
The SONARtrac Flow Monitoring System utilizes an array of sensors that are wrapped around the pipe. Flow rate is determined using CIDRA's array processing techniques to measure the rate at which turbulent "eddies" inherent in virtually all industrial process flows, convect past the array of sensors. The flow rate is calculated directly from the velocity of the turbulent eddies.
The advantages and features of CiDRA's SONARtrac flow monitoring system enable the industry to realize the following measurable benefits:
- Low installations and life cycle costs
- Increased process uptime
- Increased equipment utilization
- Lower operating costs
- Increased product quality
Industries:
- Oil Sands Processing
- Minerals Processing
- Power Generation
- Chemical
- Pulp and Paper
- Consumer Products
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Pharmaceutical
- Food and Beverage
Features:
Entirely non-intrusive, "wrap-around" flow sensor design
Transmitter with integrated flow processor
- Programmable by keypad or PC interface
- Self-diagnostics capability
Data logging capabilities
- Volumetric flow
- Flow Velocity
- Sensor Temperature
USB Port and memory stick
- Remote data logging retrieval
- Flow diagnostic reporting to CiDRA technical support
Analog /Digital Outputs
- Two (2) 4-20 mA current outputs
- Pulse/Frequency output alarm
- HART protocol
Options:
- FOUNDATION FieldbusTM
- Quality factor output
- Entrained Air/Gas Software Upgrade
Benefits:
Accurate and reliable operation for multiphase and single phase flows
- Ideal for high percent solids and bubbly flows
- No need to recalibrate when process or densities change
Quick, simple installation with no alignment or coupling gels required
- Installs while process is running
Full bore flow measurements; no pressure drops or potential for leaks
No moving parts, no inherent drift mechanism
- Requires no recalibration
Maintenance free operation
Indifferent to pipe material or liners
- Measurements on Teflon®, urethane, rubber, HDPE, double-pass chromium, ceramic and concrete-lined pipes
SONARtrac Flow Monitoring System VF-100 Data and Specifications
Interested in learning more about how our product can help you with your application?
Click on the link below and submit details about your application. A CiDRA Representative will review your needs and contact you shortly, or contact us directly to discuss your requirements.
SONARtrac Application Information Form
For inquiries about CiDRA's Flow Monitoring Solutions, contact Wendy Erickson at 203-626-3421 Email: customersupport@cidra.com
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