Steam flow meter installed in industrial boiler utility system

Steam Flow Meter for Saturated and Superheated Steam

SFMc-150 | Saturated & Superheated Steam

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SFMc-150 compact steam flow meter product

Product Description

Engineered steam mass flow measurement for closed pipelines

Manas Microsystem Pvt. Ltd. manufactures, supplies and exports SFMc-150 Steam Flow Meters from Pune, Maharashtra, India for saturated steam, superheated steam and thermic fluid applications. The engineered orifice-based DP system is built with no moving parts and designed for easy installation.

The system measures differential pressure across an orifice plate and combines it with instantaneous density from online pressure and temperature inputs. This allows compensated steam mass flow measurement in closed pipelines where standards-based design and maintainable field instrumentation matter.

Working Principle

Online density compensation for saturated and superheated steam

Steam density changes with operating pressure and temperature. The compact steam flow meter measures these inputs online so mass flow can be compensated at the instrument.

The DP signal across the orifice plate, line pressure and temperature are combined to calculate compensated mass flow rate, density, temperature and transmitter output on the local display.

The system supports ASME-based mass flow calculation, steam status indication, user-friendly programming and practical field serviceability for industrial steam users.

Key Features

Suitable for saturated and superheated steam in closed pipes.

Online density compensation using pressure and temperature measurement.

Mass flow calculation based on ASME algorithm.

Steam status indication for saturated or superheated steam.

RS232 / RS485 communication with MODBUS RTU.

Data logging facility with optional higher reading capacity.

Configuration Assistant

Shortlist the right SFMc-150 package

Choose service condition, line size and logging needs to see the specification points that usually matter first during selection.

Steam service

Pipe size band

Data logging required

For shift reports and steam consumption audits.

Recommended selection notes

Flow element

3-6 inch differential orifice assembly

Compensation

Online density compensation

System option

IBR option review

Output package

4900 / 9800 reading data logging, RS485 / MODBUS RTU, optional RS232

Principal Advantages

Thirteen engineering reasons to choose SFMc-150

The compact steam flow meter combines standards-based orifice measurement with density compensation, diagnostics and serviceable field instrumentation.

Advantage 1

Online density compensation

Pressure and temperature are measured online, making steam density compensation possible for compensated mass flow.

Advantage 2

Accurate orifice calculations

Orifice assemblies are available in multiple sizes with accurate design calculations, with or without IBR approval as required.

Advantage 3

Live compensated display

The system displays compensated mass flow rate, density, temperature and DP transmitter output, with LED indication for saturated or superheated steam status.

Advantage 4

Intelligent calculation engine

Operators do not need to feed complicated orifice constants because the system handles the calculation logic.

Applications

Where steam measurement protects energy cost

Use compact steam flow meters for utility monitoring, process accounting and heat-transfer applications.

Boiler steam monitoring steam flow measurement

Boiler steam monitoring

Track saturated or superheated steam consumption from boilers to process areas.

Process energy accounting steam flow measurement

Process energy accounting

Measure mass flow to allocate steam cost by department, equipment or production line.

Superheated steam lines steam flow measurement

Superheated steam lines

Use pressure and temperature inputs to support compensated readings in superheated service.

Thermic fluid and oil steam flow measurement

Thermic fluid and oil

The same platform can support thermic fluid or thermic oil heat-transfer measurement applications.

Selection Guide

Orifice type vs vortex type steam flow meter

Why the engineered orifice package fits steam

The compact steam flow meter uses a differential flow element with online pressure and temperature measurement for density-compensated mass flow.

High pressure and temperature
Most suitable for demanding steam lines.
Installation
Easy to install as an engineered package.
Pressure and temperature changes
Handled through online density compensation.
Low velocity measurement
Suitable for low velocity steam measurement.
Durability
No moving parts, low wear and virtually maintenance-free.

Technical Data

Compact Steam Flow Meter Specifications

Standard specifications are listed below. Final configuration can be engineered around application, steam condition and approval requirements.

Model
SFMc-150 Steam Flow Meter System
Service
Saturated, superheated steam and thermic fluid in closed pipes
Size
1 inch to 10 inch
Type of flow element
Differential flow element
MOC of flow element
SS 316
End connection
SORF flange
MOC of flanges
M.S / C.S / S.S
Flange rating
Class 150; others on request
Orifice flange assembly
WNRF Class 300
DPT
With display
Data logging
4900 readings or 9800 readings optional
Communication port
RS485, RS232 optional
Communication protocol
MODBUS RTU
Design standard
BS 1042 / ISO 5167
Accuracy
+/- 2.5% to 3% of actual reading
Typical turndown
10:3 standard; 10:1 on request
Density compensation
Online monitoring and compensation of density
Temperature
Up to 70 deg C
Power supply
85 to 265 VAC at 50 Hz

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct answers for boiler, utility and process teams evaluating compact steam flow meters.

Why is accurate steam flow measurement important?
Accurate steam flow measurement is important for energy efficiency, process optimization and cost control. It helps industries monitor steam consumption, identify losses and keep equipment operating efficiently.
How does the compact steam flow meter calculate mass flow?
The mass flow rate of saturated and superheated steam is calculated by measuring differential pressure across the orifice plate and instantaneous density. Online density compensation is possible through pressure and temperature measurement.
What is the SFMc-150 steam flow meter used for?
The SFMc-150 steam flow meter is used to measure saturated steam, superheated steam and thermic fluid flow in closed conduits.
What are the advantages of this steam flow meter?
It offers online density compensation, easy installation, no moving parts, no wiring connections required during installation, data logging, MODBUS communication and engineered orifice assemblies.
Can this system measure fluids besides steam?
Yes. It can also be configured for thermic fluid or thermic oil flow measurement for heat-transfer applications.
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ISO 9001:2015 steam instrumentation with BS1042 / ISO5167 design basis