Handheld tablet-based, ultrasonic clamp-on flow meter with pressure prediction software

The Portasonic® PRO is a handheld tablet-based ultrasonic clamp-on flow meter with built-in pressure prediction software for calculating internal pipe pressure from measured flow rates. It combines the functionality of the non-invasive flow measurement of the Portasonic® with the pressure prediction capability of the Portasonic® CALCULATOR, to form the first instrument capable of predicting the internal pressure within pipes, using non-invasive, externally measured flow sensors.

P/N: 2618949-PSOPRO

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Overview

Combined ultrasonic clamp-on flow meter with internal pressure calculator

The Portasonic® PRO integrates the Portasonic® flow rate measurement with the Portasonic® CALCULATOR, a groundbreaking tool for determining internal pipe pressure using external flow technology.

  • Accurate Flow Measurement: Users can measure liquid flow rates non-invasively with industry-leading precision of 0.5%.
  • ISO 17025 Verified: Flow measurement accuracies are independently verified at an ISO 17025 laboratory, ensuring reliability and trustworthiness.
  • Pressure Calculation: Activating pressure calculation displays both flow rate and calculated internal pipe pressures.
  • Advanced Algorithms: The device utilizes empirical equations derived from fluid dynamics laws to calculate pressure with 5% accuracy.
  • Fluid and Material Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of 19+ different fluids and 23 common pipe materials ensures accurate pressure calculations across various scenarios.

 

 

 

Advantages of Non-Invasive Ultrasonic Flow Measurement and Pressure Monitoring

Choose non-invasive ultrasonic transit time technology over inline flow meters for its versatility and cost-effectiveness.

  • The clamp-on, portable nature eliminates installation costs and downtime, as it doesn’t require drilling into pipes.
  • With no contact with the fluid, there’s no risk of pressure loss or damage to the flowmeter, ensuring a longer lifespan and lower maintenance costs compared to inline meters.
  • Monitoring internal pipe gauge pressure is crucial to prevent pipe failure, property damage, and risks to personnel.

 

Main Features of the Portasonic® PRO

  • Full Portasonic® CALCULATOR integration: Streamlined workflow, perform pipe pressure calculations without the need for additional applications, with real-time calculations
  • Datalogging capabilities: Capture and store millions of flow and pressure data points
  • Heat Flow Rate Calculation: Simple to achieve with user-inputted inlet/outlet temperatures
  • Totaliser Capability: Keep track of cumulative flow measurements effortlessly
  • Extensive Database: Database of 15+ pipe materials and fluid types
  • Wide range of pipe diameter: Works up to a maximum pipe diameter of 750mm
  • Improved, fully customised user interface and user experience layers

What's In The Box

  Portasonic PRO 7” tablet:Handheld, ruggedised, rechargeable 7-inch touchscreen tablet
  Processing Unit with Pair of DM10 Standard Sensors for pipes DN15 – DN700:Compact, ultrasonic flow measurement sensors combined with processing unit
  Pair of Beaded Chain Clamps (set of 2) :Metallic chain clamps for mounting flow measurement sensors with ease
  Measuring Tape :For measuring the distance between flow measurement sensors during set-up process
  Ultrasonic Couplant:For ensuring good contact between sensors and pipe wall
  USB Type-C to USB Type-A adaptor:To allow direct connection between the flow sensors to table and to allow direct plug-in of a USB stick for exporting data
  USB Type-C Cable:For charging and data transfer
  Power adaptor:For charging the tablet
  USB Stick:To save your data on
  User Manual:Contains further information regarding functionality of the instrument and how-to-use
  Installation Manual :Contains further guidance on how to install the flow measurement sensors on the pipe
  Calibration Certificate:As evidence that the unit has been tested and shown to be working before dispatch
  Robust Carrying Case:For portability and ease of carrying the equipment

Technical specifications

Technical Specification
Dimensions

Tablet – 216mm (L) x 136mm (W) x 19mm (D)

Processing Unit – 105mm (L) x 40mm (W) x 21mm (D)

Sensors – Standard Model DM10: 40mm (L) x 20mm (W) x 25mm (D)

Weight

Tablet – 558g

Processing Unit & Sensors – 400g

Pipe Diameter Range

Standard Sensor (Model No. DM10): DN15 – DN750 (1/2” – 30”) for 12+ pipe materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, PVC, or “other” for materials not in our database.

Liquid Types

Preloaded database with 14+ fluid options, including water, petrol, fuel oil, and “other” for fluids not in our database.

Accuracy

Flow Rate: +/- 0.5% of measured value under ideal conditions

Pressure Calculation: +/- 5% of the internal pipe pressure

Flow Velocity

0.01m/s - 25m/s

Resolution

0.25 mm/s

Repeatability

0.15% of measured value

Turn down ratio

1/100

Measurement Rate

1 Hz as standard

Measurement Unit

Flow Velocity, Volumetric Flow Rate, Mass Flow Rate, Energy Flow Rate (Heat Quantity), Volume, Pressure

Sensor Material

Housing: Stainless Steel

Front Face: PEEK (Polyetheretherketone)

Cable Length

1.5m as standard (additional lengths available upon request)

IP Rating

Tablet - IP67

Sensors - IP66

CPU

MT6762 Cortex A53 octa core, 2.0GHz; GPU: PowerVR GE8320, 650MHz

OS

Android 9.0

Battery

Built-in 8000mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery

Continuous operation minimum of 10 hours

Standby time

Up to 200 hours

Data Transfer

USB Type-C

Speaker

φ23 loudspeaker, 1 watt

Display

7.0 inch HD IPS capacitive touch screen, 1280*800px

RAM

4 GB

ROM (Storage)

64GB, capable of saving millions of flow and pressure records

Camera

Double cameras, front 2.0MP camera, 13.0MP back camera with flashlight

Sensor

Geomagnetic sensor, light sensor, proximity sensor, gravity sensor, gyro sensor

I/O Ports

1 x Micro USB port

1 x 3.5mm earphone jack

Certifications

CE, Coltraco is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001 approved

Warranty

Main Unit: 3 years

Sensor: 1 year

Lifetime customer support

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Frequently asked questions

Pressure gauges are invasive and costly to install in pre-existing systems which are not already pre-installed with one. The Portasonic® PRO can assist by measuring the flow rate of your liquid and obtaining hassle-free pressure measurements at the same time.
The pressure in a pipe varies from a maximum value at the input to a minimum value at the output. It is this pressure differential that drives the fluid through the pipe. The Portasonic® PRO calculates this maximum value based on the measured flow speed. Thus, the value obtained is the maximum pressure at any point in the pipe system, not including added complications such as valves.
The temperature of a fluid can affect its flow and pressure, which is why the Portasonic® PRO instructs the user to input the temperature. As long as the substance remains a fluid, the calculations remain valid over a temperature range of -50°C to 150°C. Accuracy, however, decreases with more extreme temperatures.
The flow rate measurement of the Portasonic® PRO is accurate to within 1%, under ideal conditions that is verified independently by an external ISO 17025 laboratory. Excepting the following caveats, the calculated pressure is always accurate to within ±5%. This accuracy holds for clean pipes, free of internal corrosion and residue build-up. It is also valid for temperatures between 10°C and 30°C. Temperatures outside of these bounds will, for the most part, still yield results of a similar accuracy, but these are as yet unverified. Finally, some graded liquids are listed under a general name, for example, crude oil. These take median values for the liquid properties, which will not necessarily be accurate for all grades.

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