This small, lightweight mechanical current velocity meter has a measuring range of approximately 0.1 m/sec. to 7.9 m/sec. The meter is used for current velocity measurements in rivers, channels, sewage systems, pipes, etc. Suspended from a wire the meter can be applied at great depth. The meter is balanced in such a way that it will remain in a horizontal position even if the meter for instance is pulled at speed by a line. The propeller is linked directly to a six digit counter that registers and visualizes every single rotation of the propeller, similar to the mileage counter in a car. The counter is placed within the instrument. After retrieval it is possible to read the overall number of rotations of the propeller on the counter through a clear synthetic window. The meter can be mounted to a wire as well as to a telescopic rod (with an extended length of 2.4 meter).
Benefits Mechanical current meter
- Small and lightweight.
- Corrosion proof.
- Can be applied at great depth.
- Balanced for dynamic stability.
Remarks
- Not for professional measurements in slow running waters
Technical Specifications
Diameter (D) and /or size (L*W*H) |
dm |
Measured parameters |
meter / second |
Product material |
stainless steel |
Registration type |
manual |
Rod or Cable length |
2.4 m |
Rod or cable operated |
rod |
Package size |
30 x 11 x 25 cm |
Standard propeller diameter |
70 mm |
Velocity measurement |
0.2 - 7.9 m/s |
Weight |
1 kg |
Applications
- Irrigation research
- Water quantity research
- Monitoring water quantity
- Discharge measurements