Patent ID: 8256304
Filing Date: 2012-09-04
Classification: G01F

Abstract:
1. A float type flow meter, said flow meter including a housing, a tubular guard extending downwardly from the housing, a tubular sight glass contained within the confines of said guard; a float rod assembly axially movable within said tubular sight glass responsive to fluid flow; said float rod assembly including: a float rod having a first end and a second end; an indicator located on the first end; and a float stop body located intermediate of said first end and said second end; a magnet attached to said indicator and being cooperatively coupled with one another to move in unison with one another responsive to fluid flow; a magnetic base flow sensor having a magnetic sensing rod for electrical feedback of fluid flow rate; and means for visually viewing relative fluid flow rate and comprising a scale plate positioned adjacent said tubular sight glass and for relative location with said indicator.