The ultrasonic sensors are simply clamped on the exterior pipe surface. This is how our flowmeters can be installed without the need to break into pipelines. The sensors are fixed to the pipe using metal chains, straps or mounting rails. Additionally, coupling paste is applied to the bottom of the sensors to ensure an acoustically conductive connection to the pipe.
While particularly rough or pitted pipe surfaces may need cleaning with a file or suitable abrasive material, the sensors of our Katronic flowmeters can usually be installed without the need for surface preparation. Every instrument of the KATflow series is equipped with a Setup Wizard and an Audible Sensor Positioning Assistant, which guide you step-by-step through the installation process. As a result, it only takes minutes to install and set up the flowmeter and to obtain correct measurement data.